H3 Rocket Success! Japan's Space Transport Enters a New Chapter
With today's successful launch of the H3 Rocket Flight 6, the booster-less '30 configuration' is proven. Japan's flagship rocket is ready for the global market and Mars exploration.
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Japan Cannot Be Underestimated! The Marvel of Speech Recognition Models Izanami + Kushinada + BERT
A deep dive into AIST's Japanese speech foundation models, 'Izanami' and 'Kushinada'. With BERT, they rival Whisper large-v3. We explore the benchmarks and the future of domestic AI.
Apple WWDC26 is Imminent: The Completion of AI Strategy and Farewell to Intel Mac
WWDC26 marks the culmination of Apple's AI strategy. We preview Apple's present and future, including Siri 2.0, the end of Intel Mac support, and expectations for the M6 chip.
Preparing for Record Heat This Summer: Surviving 40°C+ 'Extreme Heat Days' with the Uniqlo Thanks Festival
With a record-hot summer expected in 2026, learn how to build your cooling infrastructure to protect your life using the Uniqlo Thanks Festival starting May 22.
Legacy of the King of Pop: In 2026, the Film 'Michael' and the Largest Catalog Deal Open a New Legend
From his 1958 birth to solo stardom. In 2026, the biopic 'Michael' and a historic Sony deal make Michael Jackson's legacy immortal. We explore his life and business value.
The Ideals and Realities of AI Manga Production: The New Burden of AI Direction
While AI manga has become technically feasible in 2026, creators face new challenges in directing AI models. The subtle nuances of human emotion remain a high barrier for AI tools.
Inside NVIDIA, the Heart of AI: Specs Comparison and Deep Ties to Japan
An in-depth analysis of NVIDIA, the leader of the AI revolution. Features a spec comparison from H100 to DGX Spark and its surprising history with Japan.
The Future of Welfare Changed by "Voice": AI Model Comparison and Accuracy Requirements
AI voice recognition changes caregiving. Revealing benchmark results showing the high accuracy of OpenAI Whisper and the challenges of Kotoba-Whisper.
2026 Golden Week Sale Guide: Amazon, Uniqlo, and More
A complete guide to 2026 Golden Week sales in Japan, covering Amazon, Uniqlo, Geo, Bic Camera, and Sofmap.
Eliminating Information Leakage Risks: Anonymization Unique to Local LLMs
Eliminate the risk of sending PII to the cloud. We explain practical methods for utilizing AI while protecting privacy via a local LLM '3-stage anonymization pipeline'.
April 2026: A Giant Leap Toward Removing the 1.3 Million Yen Income Barrier
MHLW's package evolves in April 2026. A shift to base-pay criteria allows part-timers to maintain dependent status despite sudden overtime, boosting labor supply.
A New Mythos of Banking Security Powered by AI
The impact and security challenges of Anthropic's autonomous AI 'Mythos' on Japanese development and banking. The role of engineers evolves from 'logic' to 'guardianship'.
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Subsidy Deadline April 30! The Key to Application is the Chamber of Commerce
The 19th call for the Small Business Sustainability Subsidy closes on April 30. Learn about the maximum subsidy of 2.5 million yen and crucial steps like securing a plan from the Chamber of Commerce.
Bluesky Official Events in Tokyo! Meetup and Hackathon
Join the user exchange 'Meetup in Tokyo Vol.4' on April 13 and the developer hackathon on April 18 in Osaki, Tokyo. Rare opportunities to experience the decentralized social media forefront!
A 3-Minute Guide to Getting Started with BlueSky
A must-see for anyone starting Bluesky! We cover everything from account creation steps to precautions for enjoying it safely and how it compares to X and Threads.
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Tariffs, Iran, and Crude Oil: Three Looming Storms
With tariff wars compounded by a US-Iran conflict and a Hormuz Strait blockade, oil prices soared. Despite a 15% auto tariff cap for Japan, combined risks hit the economy.
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The Impact of the Mandatory Application of IFRS 18 in 2027
IFRS 18, replacing IAS 1, becomes mandatory from January 2027. Redefining operating profit and mandating MPM disclosures will widely impact listed Japanese firms.
The Reality of the New Moped Rules and the 50cc Successor
A summary of the April 2025 road traffic law change in Japan. Certain 125cc bikes are now classifiable as mopeds under strict power output limits.
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Japan's Deep-Sea Rare Earth Extraction off Minamitorishima: Progress and Challenges
A summary of Japan's progress in extracting rare earth mud from the deep sea off Minamitorishima, and the challenges to commercialization.
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AI Implementation Subsidy 2026 Starts on March 30
Details on Japan's AI Implementation Subsidy 2026 for small businesses, starting March 30, with support caps of 4.5 million to 30 million yen.