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Tokyo-based Precious Metal Plating Experts MITSUYA launches US Market Expansion
EIN Presswire
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August 11, 2025
Now Offering Precision Plating Services for US-based Semiconductor, Medical Device and Aerospace Manufacturers LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, August 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Simulcasting today from the Company HQ in Tokyo and US Agency...
UPCX KOL Tour Sets Sail in Tokyo: Official WebX 2025 Side Event
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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August 13, 2025
TOKYO, Aug. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In the vibrant heart of Japan’s Web3 scene, UPCX is charting its next course. As the Title Sponsor of WebX Tokyo 2025, UPCX will host an exclusive side event — a luxury evening cruise in Tokyo Bay — in...
rYojbaba Co., Ltd. Announces Pricing of $5 Million Initial Public Offering of Japanese Common Shares and Listing on Nasdaq
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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August 13, 2025
FUKUOKA, Japan, Aug. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- rYojbaba Co., Ltd. (“rYojbaba” or the “Company”), a Japanese labor consulting and health services company, today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 1,250,000 Japanese common...
Japanese Astronaut Takuya Onishi Docks Back on Earth
MENAFN
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August 10, 2025
(MENAFN) Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi, alongside American and Russian colleagues, safely returned to Earth on Saturday after spending close to five months aboard the International Space Station (ISS), according to media reports on Sunday....
Japanese Premier Dismisses Calls to Resign
MENAFN
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August 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Japan’s head of government, Shigeru Ishiba, dismissed fresh appeals to quit on Friday, following his ruling alliance’s failure to maintain control of the upper chamber in the July 20 ballot. Ishiba responded to internal criticism during a...
Oriental Artisan Unveils a Masterpiece of Japanese Artistry: A Deep Dive into the Legacy of Edo Kiriko Whisky Glasses
EIN Presswire
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August 11, 2025
Oriental Artisan Showcases Authentic Edo Kiriko Glasses, Highlighting Centuries of Japanese Craftsmanship. HONG KONG, August 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Oriental Artisan, the e-commerce destination for exceptional, handcrafted treasures from...
Japanese F-2A Fighter Crashes in Pacific
MENAFN
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) A Japanese combat aircraft plunged into the Pacific Ocean on Thursday amid a scheduled training operation, according to the nation’s air force. The single-seat F-2A fighter, operated by the Self-Defense Forces, went down off the eastern...
Japanese Military Jet Goes Down in Pacific During Training
MENAFN
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) A Japanese F-2A fighter jet crashed into the Pacific Ocean on Thursday during a routine training mission, the country’s air force confirmed. According to media, the single-engine jet from Japan’s Self-Defense Forces went down off the...
Two Japanese boxers pass away from brain injuries during Tokyo boxing event
MENAFN
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August 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Two Japanese fighters tragically passed away due to brain injuries sustained during different matches held at the same Tokyo event, according to reports from the World Boxing Organization (WBO) and local news sources. Shigetoshi Kotari,...
Tokyo Stocks Close Higher for Second Consecutive Day
MENAFN
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August 6, 2025
(MENAFN) Tokyo's stock market rallied for a second consecutive session on Wednesday, lifted by strong corporate earnings and a declining yen that energized export-driven sectors. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average ended the day up 245.32 points,...
Japanese officials call for nuclear-free world on Hiroshima eightieth anniversary
MENAFN
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August 6, 2025
(MENAFN) On the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japanese officials reiterated their commitment to a world without nuclear weapons. Speaking at a commemorative event on Wednesday, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba emphasized...
Tokyo’s market witnesses rise in shares amid hopes for US rate cuts
MENAFN
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August 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Tokyo’s stock market saw a notable rebound on Tuesday, as rising hopes for a potential interest rate reduction by the U.S. Federal Reserve lifted investor confidence, according to reports. The Nikkei 225, Japan’s main stock index, ended...
Two Japanese Boxers Die from Brain Injuries
MENAFN
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August 10, 2025
(MENAFN) A second professional boxer from Japan has passed away due to a brain injury sustained during a sporting event in Tokyo. Hiromasa Urakawa, 28, died on Saturday after being knocked out in the eighth round of his match against Yoji Saito on...
Japanese Scientists Pioneer Novel Skin Cancer Treatment
MENAFN
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August 4, 2025
(MENAFN) Scientists from the University of Tokyo and Shinshu University have pioneered a novel skin cancer treatment utilizing a genetically engineered virus, according to a report by a public broadcaster on Thursday. This innovative cancer "viral...
Tokyo Stocks Plummet on U.S. Economic Slowdown Fears
MENAFN
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August 4, 2025
(MENAFN) Tokyo’s stock market extended losses on Monday, mirroring Wall Street’s sharp declines fueled by growing fears of a slowing U.S. economy after weaker-than-expected job data sparked widespread selling. The Nikkei 225 index closed at...
Japan to Evaluate Legal, Capability Limits on Ukraine Security
MENAFN
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August 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba stated on Tuesday that Tokyo intends to review the legal boundaries and its ability to support Ukraine’s security. His comments followed remarks from NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, who noted the...
Pilot gets saved after Japanese fighter jet crashing
MENAFN
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) A Japanese fighter aircraft went down in the Pacific Ocean on Thursday while conducting a routine training mission, according to the country's air force. The F-2A single-engine jet, part of Japan’s Self-Defense Forces, crashed off the...
Medical Simulation Market to Surpass US$ 13.1 Bn by 2034, Growing at 16.4% CAGR from US$ 2.6 Bn in 2023
EIN Presswire
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August 19, 2025
Medical Simulation Market to surpass US$ 13.1 Bn by 2034, advancing at 16.4% CAGR, driven by tech adoption in medical training and education. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The global medical simulation...
Tokyo Stocks End Thursday with Gains
MENAFN
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July 31, 2025
(MENAFN) Tokyo’s stock market closed higher Thursday, driven by gains in major technology shares fueled by strong earnings reports from leading U.S. tech firms. Japan’s Nikkei 225 index climbed 415.12 points, or 1.02%, finishing at 41,069.82,...
BTCC Exchange Sets Sail for Exclusive Tokyo Summer Festival 2025 Aboard Traditional Yakatabune
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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August 6, 2025
A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link. VILNIUS, Lithuania, Aug. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BTCC, the world’s longest-serving crypto exchange, is elevating the crypto networking experience with its...