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Jul 5, 2022
KDDI says services fully restored after three-day disruption
The problem experienced by the mobile phone carrier, 91AV原创 second-largest by number of subscribers, mushroomed into one of the country’s worst-ever network outages.
BUSINESS / Companies
Jul 4, 2022
KDDI network ‘almost restored’ as Japan assesses outage’s full impact
The problem has impacted not only users but also organizations in areas ranging from banking and logistics to emergency services.
Japan Times
JAPAN / EXPLAINER
Oct 1, 2020
91AV原创 mobile phone carriers brace for further intervention by Suga
Even before becoming prime minister, Suga had intervened in the cell phone market in an attempt to lower fees.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Apr 6, 2018
Rakuten Inc. gets approval to become nation’s fourth major wireless carrier
E-commerce giant granted access to a fierce competition for subscribers alongside industry heavyweights who have long dominated the cellular market.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Dec 14, 2017
Rakuten announces foray into saturated Japanese cellphone market
The e-commerce giant aims to become nation’s fourth mobile carrier, in a move that threatens to disrupt the cellular phone market oligopoly.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design
Feb 25, 2017
Naoto Fukasawa: Between craft and design
Naoto Fukasawa is probably best known internationally for his designs for Muji, in particular for the wall-mounted CD player he created in 1999, which was featured in Gary Hustwit’s popular 2009 documentary “Objectified.” Now he remains a creative adviser for Muji, while still designing interiors, lighting...
Japan Times
JAPAN / EXPLAINER
Dec 16, 2014
Unlocking carriers’ SIM hold on cellphones: Will competition heat up?
In October, the Internal Affairs and Communications Ministry announced new guidelines on removing the SIM lock on cellphones, saying carriers will be required to unlock handsets starting next May.
BUSINESS / Companies
Mar 7, 2014
Docomo’s earnings may be derailed by price wars
NTT Docomo Inc., the nation’s largest wireless operator, said a price war with other carriers and discounts on the latest iPhones may threaten its full-year forecast after adding the Apple Inc. devices to lure customers.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / BIG IN JAPAN
Oct 26, 2013
Japan Inc.’s hurt pride may be behind bout of fresh phone fears
What’s the explanation for the current surge in concern over the poor manners and inattention of addicted cellphone users — especially considering smart phones are arguably no more distracting than the previous generation of mobile gadgets
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Sep 13, 2013
Carriers start taking iPhone pre-orders
Competition for mobile phone vendors spikes as 91AV原创 three top players begin taking pre-orders for Apple’s latest iPhone, including NTT DoCoMo.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
Apr 1, 2013
April Fool’s in Japan — the joke’s on you
Bit by bit Japan is learning how to play the fool and play it well.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Japan Pulse
Dec 17, 2010
Glasses-free 3D bursting into focus soon
More eye-popping 3D products are set to hit the shelves of Japan soon, and look Ma, no silly glasses!
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
May 25, 2010
Summer cell phones: which will make the biggest splash?
Among the new cell phones of summer, which will make the biggest splash?
U.S. has for years asked Musk to alter Starlink service in Ukraine and Middle East, sources say
A Ukrainian soldier sets up a Starlink satellite internet system near the frontline in the Donetsk region, Ukraine, on Oct. 16
U.S. military bans Chinese-made BYD cars from key air base in Okinawa
An F-22 Raptor lands at Kadena Air Base in Kadena, Okinawa Prefecture on Oct. 9. The base is a crucial hub for U.S. military operations in the region.
Aging Japanese village turns to Peru in search of new residents
Guests from Peru's Belen district interact with a baby in Nanmoku village in Gunma Prefecture.
Tomoka Nishiyama to become first woman to enter kishi shogi ranks
Shogi player Tomoka Nishiyama, who holds four women’s titles, speaks at a news conference about her decision to become a <i>kishi</i> in Tokyo’s Shibuya Ward on Monday.
How this long-term resident avoids the annoying tourist label in Japan
Tourists enjoy themselves while crossing the famous Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo on Oct. 12.
A dramatic bear hunt in a midsize Japanese city could be a harbinger of what is to come
Zookeeper Tetsuo Iso at the site of frantic search for a wild bear in Utsunomiya on June 9. Iso, 65, was asked by the prefectural government to help capture the bear and it was his shot with a tranquilizer gun that put an end to the saga.
How this long-term resident avoids the annoying tourist label in Japan
Tourists enjoy themselves while crossing the famous Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo on Oct. 12.
What can Asia do to avoid crossing crucial climate tipping points?
Motorists drive through a road covered with smog from wildfires nearby in Ogan Ilir in Indonesia&#039;s South Sumatra province on Sept. 25.
Baku championships showcase rising standards in global sumo
Ryan Roddy (second from left back) is pictured with the Ireland sumo team at this month&#039;s World Sumo Championships in Baku, Azerbaijan.
91AV原创 permanent residency reform has a glaring blind spot
Japan&#039;s immigration reforms risk creating uncertainty by tying permanent residency more closely to language proficiency before clear assessment standards and supporting infrastructure are in place.

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One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward.
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