New sensor technology to be included in next-gen weather satellites
The Japan Meteorological Agency announces it plans to include the latest in observational sensors in its next weather sa...
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Tokyo toy show features evolving toys
The International Tokyo Toy Show features longstanding toys that have evolved over the years.
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Honda startup Striemo unveils new three-wheeled electric kickboard
Startup company Striemo unveils a new three-wheeled electric kickboard.
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Research shows Northern Elephant Seals use whiskers to hunt prey underwater
Researchers at the National Institute of Polar Research and other affiliated institutions find Northern Elephant Seals u...
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Researchers develop finger robot with live skin
A research team at the University of Tokyo develops the world's first finger robot with live skin cultured from human sk...
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Novavax COVID-19 vaccine roll-out begins in Tokyo
Vaccinations using the COVID-19 vaccine developed by US bio-drug maker Novavax begin in Tokyo.
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Amino acids found in sand from asteroid Ryugu
Researchers find amino acids in sand samples brought to Earth from the asteroid Ryugu in 2020 by Japan's Hayabusa2 explo...
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First look at maglev station in Kanagawa Prefecture
A maglev station which is under construction in Kanagawa Prefecture is opened to the press for the first time.
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Weather agency to improve forecasts for heavy rain
The Japan Meteorological Agency will work on improving forecasts for heavy rain from linear precipitation belts in colla...
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Smartphone app for wheelchair users celebrates fifth anniversary
Smartphone app WheeLog! celebrates the fifth anniversary since its release at an event in Tokyo on May 28.
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