Hitachi's Physical AI strategy targets a roughly $125 billion market by 2030. Learn how Japan's manufacturing giant is using AI to preserve skilled workers' tacit knowledge and address labor shortages in social infrastructure.
Exploring the automated explosive loading system developed by Obayashi Corporation and Keio University using Real Haptics technology. A task that once required 5 workers in dangerous conditions can now be performed remotely by 1 operator from 50 meters away. This revolutionary haptic feedback technology dramatically improves safety and efficiency at construction sites.
ZIPAIR's Boeing 787-8 becomes the first ZIPAIR aircraft to receive the riblet coating technology inspired by shark skin. Learn how this biomimetic innovation reduces air resistance; estimates for the earlier JAL 787-9 point to roughly 154 tons of fuel saved annually. Discover Japan's approach to sustainable aviation developed by JAL, JAXA, and Orwell.
Generative AI doubles computing demand every 5.5 months. Far from a 'bubble,' this is a structural transformation of the semiconductor industry. Explore NVIDIA's dominance, Japan's strengths in equipment and materials, and how Rapidus and TSMC Kumamoto are shaping the future of Japanese semiconductors.
Analysis of Japan's latest cancer 5-year survival rate data from the National Cancer Center. While prostate (94%) and thyroid (92%) show high survival rates, pancreatic cancer remains at only 10%. Examining the importance of early detection and 30-year survival trends.
A Ritsumeikan University and POLA Chemical Industries study showed scientifically that resistance training can improve skin ageing. In a four-month trial with 61 women in their 40s and 50s, the strength training group saw thicker dermis. Here is how myokines and inflammatory factors may explain improved skin elasticity.
Explore Fujitsu's groundbreaking explainable AI "Kozuchi XAI" for solar flare impact prediction. Learn how this collaborative research with Nagoya University and JAXA aims to protect astronauts and critical infrastructure from space weather hazards.
Japan's National Treasure "Prince Shotoku Illustrated Biography" (1069 CE) is now free to view online with ultra-high-definition 3.6 billion pixel images. Available in Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean. This groundbreaking digital archive project launched in January 2026 lets you explore details invisible to the naked eye from anywhere in the world.
In January 2026, quadruped robot dogs made their debut at Japan's annual parachute training exercise, capturing public attention. Explore the capabilities of the Ghost Robotics Vision 60, its disaster relief applications during the Noto earthquake, and how Japan's Self-Defense Forces are modernizing amid personnel shortages. How does your country view military robotics?
Ruby creator Yukihiro Matsumoto (Matz) warns against the "juniors are unnecessary" narrative in the AI era. If training opportunities for young engineers disappear, technical knowledge transfer will cease, leaving the IT industry a "scorched earth." Exploring Japan's IT talent challenges and global trends.
Japan Post launched "Digital Address" in May 2025, a revolutionary service that converts complex Japanese addresses into 7-character alphanumeric codes. Discover how Rakuten and GMO are adopting this new address infrastructure, and what Japanese people think about it.