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METI and NEDO
The Japanese government’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) will hold the 11th Annual Meeting of the Innovation for Cool Earth Forum (ICEF2024) during a 2-day period of October 9-10 (Wednesday-Thursday) at The Westin Tokyo, Japan and online. The ICEF Annual Meeting has been held every year since 2014 wit...
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Toyama City
This exhibition is an international, open-submission triennial that showcases outstanding works of contemporary glass art from around the world. Bringing together the latest achievements in glass art, it contributes to that art’s further development, throughout the world. The first competition and exhibition were held in 2018, and the second was held in 2021. This year, the third of these compe...
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Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)
Japan Tourism Topics by JNTO -2024 July Vol.1-
1. Explore Hokkaido and Its Many Wonders at OMO5 Hakodate by Hoshino Resorts Opening on July 6 The city of Hakodate in southern Hokkaido is famous for its delicious seafood, retro townscape, and glittering night views. Located only a 5-minute walk from JR Hakodate Station, the new OMO5 Hakodate by Hoshino Resorts is a prime hub for sightseeing around the city. The hotel offers a free shutt...
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Meiji University
7/11 17:30-19:00「紛争復興と支援活動」パネルディスカッション、「基調講演」スーダン共和国財務・経済計画大臣@明治大学（英語）
This press release is published only in Japanese version.
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Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)
Japan Tourism Topics by JNTO -2024 June Vol.2-
1. Sample the Best of Kochi Culture All in One Place at OMO7 Kochi by Hoshino Resorts, Opens June 13 Concentrating the appeals of Kochi Prefecture in one place, the new OMO7 Kochi by Hoshino Resorts builds a space that is both exciting and relaxing, perfect for pampering and entertaining guests. Just a short 5-minute taxi ride from Kochi Station, the hotel is conveniently located to explore th...
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Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)
Japan Tourism Topics by JNTO -2024 June Vol.1-
Plunge into an Extraordinary World and Become the Main Character in a Story at Immersive Fort Tokyo Immersive Fort Tokyo, which opened in March, is claimed as the world’s first interactive theme park, located in the neighborhood of Odaiba, that lets visitors delve into exhilarating attractions, bringing extraordinary narratives and fantasies to life. Here, visitors are not merely onlookers...
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The Asahi Glass Foundation
2024 BLUE PLANET PRIZE: ANNOUNCEMENT OF PRIZE RECIPIENTS
This year marks the 33rd awarding of the Blue Planet Prize, the international environmental award sponsored by the Asahi Glass Foundation, chaired by Takuya Shimamura. Every year, the Foundation selects two recipients, individuals or organizations who have made significant contributions to the resolution of global environmental problems. The Board of Directors has selected the following 2024...
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Inamori Foundation
The 2024 Kyoto Prize Laureates Announced
The Inamori Foundation (President: Shinobu Inamori-Kanazawa) is pleased to announce the laureates of the 2024 Kyoto Prize, an international award presented to individuals who have contributed significantly to the scientific, cultural, and spiritual betterment of humankind. ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY (Prize Field: Materials Science and Engineering) John Pendry (Theoretical Physicist) Pr...
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FOOMA JAPAN 2024
Japanese cuisine is more popular than ever worldwide, from traditional dishes like onigiri and ramen to favorites like curry rice, katsudon, and gyoza. FOOMA JAPAN 2024 is set to be an exciting B2B exhibition, featuring around 1000 companies and 5000 innovative solutions related to food manufacturing technologies and equipment. As global travel resumes post-pandemic, FOOMA JAPAN 2024 ant...
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Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG)
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) is proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), one with Startup Island TAIWAN and another with the National Innovation Agency (NIA), Thailand, both of which have participated in SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024. These agreements aim to promote startup ecosystems and initiatives such as mutual collaborative support. Based on TMG’s “...
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The National Theatre
Bunraku, one of the most sophisticated puppet theatres in the world The National Theatre has been dedicated to preserving and promoting traditional Japanese performing arts since its opening in 1966. After closing at the end of October 2023, we continue to offer performances at other theaters mainly in Tokyo. "Bunraku," with a history spanning over 300 years, is one of Japan's ...
