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Japan: Electronics Unions Win Pay Hike
Electronics unions in Japan are set to accept pay scale increases of ¥12,000 or more. This move aims to sustainably realize robust pay increases that outpace inflation.
Source: The Japan Times
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Nuclear Waste Plan Briefing on Ogasawara Islands
The Japanese government held a briefing for Ogasawara islanders regarding potential nuclear waste disposal plans. This is related to the possible selection of Minamitorishima Island as a final disposal site.
Source: The Japan Times
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Nissan & Honda Revive Classic Japanese Sports Cars
Nissan and Honda are expanding restoration services for 80s and 90s sports cars. This means easier access to parts and refurbishment for iconic models.
Source: Nikkei Asia
Transport•
Hitachi & GE Vernova Plan Nuclear Reactors in SE Asia
Hitachi and GE Vernova are considering building small nuclear reactors in Southeast Asia. This initiative follows their ongoing project of constructing a 300-megawatt unit in Ontario, Canada.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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ASEAN economic ministers look to deepen integration as Iran war toll mounts
Bloc's foreign ministers also hold a conference call to discuss response to conflict
Source: Nikkei Asia
Food•
Eating With the Seasons: 12 Japanese Spring Foods to Try
Beautiful weather is right around the corner, and with it comes all the Japanese spring foods you’ve been waiting for. From fish to fish-shaped cakes and plenty more in between, there are lots of deli
Source: Tokyo Cheapo
Culture•
The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
From covers of classics to altogether newer songs, these are the melodies that Japanese youth associate with graduation in this current Reiwa age. March is graduation season in Japan. Thousands of stu
Source: SoraNews24
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COSCO's Hong Kong shipping arm wary of Mideast after stormy year of tariffs
2025 net profit drops over 40%; trade war respite short-lived as Iran conflict fogs forecasts
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Panasonic's AI tech helps drones inspect Singapore buildings
Japanese consumer electronics group pushes more into software and services
Source: Nikkei Asia
Culture•
Japan moves to cover full cost of child delivery with public health insurance
The measure, aimed at tackling the nation’s declining birth rate, was approved in a Cabinet meeting on Friday, with implementation eyed by fiscal 2028.
Source: The Japan Times
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