Seven-Eleven Japan trials delivery robots to tackle driver shortage

Autonomous sidewalk robots begin test runs in Tokyo suburb.As Japan faces an ongoing shortage of truck drivers, Seven-Eleven Japan has launched a pilot program to test autonomous delivery robots on public roads.  The trial began this week in Hachioji, a …

“Morgan Morse’s Debut” – The Wales hopefuls for Summer Tour of Japan

Wales are set for a far east tour this Summer as they take on Japan in a two match Test Series. The last time Wales was in the Land of the Rising Sun, they were competing for silverware at the 2019 Rugby World Cup as they took on South Africa in the semi- …

“Macs Page set for debut” – Matt Sherratt remains Interim head coach and names Wales squad for Japan Tour

Wales men’s interim head coach Matt Sherratt has named a 33-man squad that will assemble at the Vale Resort to prepare for a two match Test Series against Japan in July.  After being handed the role back in February, Sherratt has been given the opportunity …

Japan to implement prescreening for visa-exempted travellers in 2028

JAPAN will implement a prescreening system in 2028 for visa-free travellers before their arrival, as part of efforts to boost tourism. The prescreening system will be modelled on the United States’ Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA), …

Itasha Tengoku: Discover Japan’s Boldest JDM Car Culture At This Underrated Tokyo Event

Itasha cars are elusive. You will stumble upon a few cars in Akihabara, parked in underground parking lots but unlike supercar owners and JDM owners who frequently drive to the Daikoku Parking Area or popular areas in Tokyo, itasha owners tend to hang out …

Japanese Amb.: Japan is committed to supporting development in Egypt

Egyptian and Japanese flags - SIS CAIRO - 20 May 2025: During the inauguration of the new factory of SE Wiring Systems Egypt S.A.E., a subsidiary of Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems Europe, a subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation, which was attended Tuesday …

Matt Sherratt returns as interim coach as Wales confirm squad for Japan tour

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Singaporean man arrested in Japan for allegedly committing indecent acts in hot spring

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Japan’s long-term borrowing costs hit record high on demand fears

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Yields on the longest-dated Japanese government bonds surged to record highs on Tuesday after a dismal debt auction added to …

Japan, the U.S.'s biggest creditor, faces a Greece-like fiscal crisis as borrowing costs hit a 20-year high; here's how ...