Noteworthy Press Releases from Japan

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This page introduces noteworthy press releases for the foreign press.

The FPCJ helps build connections between foreign press researching stories about specific topics and regions in Japan, and organizations including businesses, universities, and government at the local and national level.

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  • Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)

    [JNTO] The Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo Extends its Line to Beautiful Fukui Prefecture Starting March 16th

    The Hokuriku region is located on the northwestern part of Japan’s main island of Honshu and is known for its all-seasons appeal - spectacular cherry blossoms destinations, pleasant summers, vibrant autumn colors and snowy winters. The Hokuriku Shinkansen’s current terminus is historical Kanazawa City, known for its well-preserved Edo-era districts, traditional tea houses, and beautifully lands...

  • Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG)

    [TMG] Invitation for “GINZA SKY WALK 2024,” an event to explore Tokyo from above and experience pedestrian spaces of the future

    The Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) has been promoting walkable urban development, focused on creating people-centered spaces that are easy to enjoy on foot and that people will want to use on a regular basis.    A key element of this project is the transformation of the Tokyo Expressway (KK Line) into the “Tokyo Sky Corridor”; turning the traffic artery running through the heart of ...

  • The National Theatre

    [The National Theatre, Tokyo] Performances in March: “BUNRAKU 1st SESSION” and “Discover NIHONBUYO” (Enjoy theatergoing in Blooming Season!)

    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 in Tokyo. As the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, we have two recommended performances, “BUNRAKU 1st SESSION” and “Discover NIHONBUYO”. We invite you to visit us for y...

  • Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)

    [JNTO] Japan Tourism Topics

    1.    Bold and Beautiful Ginza-Pop Designs at The Royal Park Hotel Ginza 6-chome, Opening May 30, Tokyo In the heart of Tokyo's upscale Ginza district, the vibrant and modern the Royal Park Hotel Ginza 6-chome is set to open its doors on May 30th. Weaving the iconic willow trees and ginkgo-lined streets of Ginza into the traditional color schemes and motifs of the Kabuki-za theater, it creates...

  • Dentsu Lab Tokyo

    Project Humanity at SXSW 2024 (The technology for ALS※1 symbiotes to rekindle physicality in digital space through the use of electromyography signals)

    Project Humanity, the latest project of Dentsu Lab Tokyo (DLT)'s ALL PLAYERS WELCOME*2, which is being promoted in collaboration with Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (NTT) and WITH ALS, will be held in Austin, Texas, USA. ALL PLAYERS WELCOME and WITH ALS will present a 15-minute performance with artist Vulva Voce at UK House, an event sponsored by the UK government’s Department for B...

  • Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)

    [JNTO] Amuse Yourself at Japan’s Immersive, One-of-a-Kind Theme Parks

    Enter worlds of wonder at Japan’s many exciting theme parks. Whether you want to experience the latest cutting-edge technology, ride roller coasters that provide magnificent views, or become a samurai for a day, there’s a park in Japan that can give you exactly what you want. Enhance your next trip to some of the most popular tourist centers and hidden gems around the country by swinging by a o...

  • Hiroshi Koike Bridge Project (Japan), Grotowski Inst. (Poland)

    Mar.  21 – 24: Int’l Coproduction of W. Gombrowicz’s novel Kosmos@Tokyo Metropolitan Theater

    Artists from Poland and Japan collaborate in a multidisciplinary and bilingual performance of Witold Gombrowicz’s Kosmos March 21 (Thu) - 24 (Sun) 2024 at Tokyo Metropolitan Theater ︎■Cross Cultural Art Project of Japan x Europe x Asia x South America Hiroshi Koike has directed 85 theatrical productions in 18 countries and toured in 42 countries. He collaborates with performers, musicians ...

  • Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG)

    [TMG] Date decided for 2024 RAINBOW BRIDGE RIDE and MULTISPORTS! Cycle across the Rainbow Bridge again this year!

    The Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) is pleased to announce that we have decided to hold the RAINBOW BRIDGE RIDE and MULTISPORTS for the third year in a row. Cyclists can ride across the Rainbow and Tokyo Gate bridges in the RAINBOW BRIDGE RIDE, and everyone can enjoy experiencing various sports, such as cycling, in the interactive MULTISPORTS event.   RAINBOW BRIDGE RIDE / MULTISPORT...

  • Hiroshima University

    Unveiling Connections: Networking Event Hosted by the World Premier International Research Center on Knotted Chiral Meta Matter, Hiroshima University(March 11th)

    Hiroshima University's "International Institute for Sustainability with Knotted Chiral Meta Matter (SKCM²)" is pleased to announce a networking event aimed at fostering deeper engagement among globally renowned scientists, representatives from the industrial sector, and international society. As a participant in the World Premier International Research Center Initiative (WPI) by the Ministry of...

  • Shizuoka Performing Arts Center (SPAC)

    World Theatre Festival Shizuoka 2024 [27 April – 6 May 2024]

    Performances fill theatres, parks and streets of Shizuoka, Japan’s number one tea producing area near Mt. Fuji!  Shizuoka Performing Arts Center (SPAC) will hold its annual World Theatre Festival Shizuoka 2024 from April 27 to May 6, coinciding as usual with the national Golden Week holiday. In line with its slogan of “Fujinokuni (The Mt. Fuji region) and the world are connected through the ...

  • Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)

    [JNTO] Japan Tourism Topics

    1. Unlocking the Wonders of Fukui with the New Hokuriku Shinkansen Stops Opening March 16, Fukui The Hokuriku Shinkansen (bullet train) which ends at Kanazawa at the moment will be extended to Tsuruga from March 16th, creating new opportunities to easily visit charming places like Fukui City from Tokyo (2 hours and 51 minutes minimum). Nearby Fukui City are enchanting attractions like the Toji...

  • Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)

    [JNTO] Exclusive Japan: Luxurious Destinations and Unique Experiences Awaiting Travelers

    Seasoned travelers know that to truly know a place, you have to do more than simply visit a location, see a few sites and taste the local specialties. One also needs to understand the history of their destination, its secrets and all the little details that make that particular place genuinely unique. There are plenty of fascinating locales in Japan – a country blessed by natural landscapes str...

  • Fukushima Medical University

    Mar. 2 Hybrid Int’l Symposium on the Fukushima Health Management Survey

    1.  Purpose FMU’s Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey (hereinafter, "the Center") invites you to join us for "3.11: Sharing lessons of Fukushima with Japan and the world," a symposium for domestic and international participants to share findings from the Fukushima Health Management Survey (FHMS), to advance scientific knowledge by discussing survey res...

  • Jiji Press

    1/31 FinCity Global Forum (The “Inflection Point” of an International Financial City)

    We are pleased to announce the hosting of the "FinCity Global Forum 2024 - The 'Inflection Point' of an International Financial City," designed for financial professionals. FinCity.Tokyo has directed its efforts toward enhancing Tokyo's appeal as a financial market, striving to establish it as a world-class global financial city. A pivotal element of this initiative lies in increasing the sophi...

  • Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)

    [JNTO] Japan Tourism Topics

    1.      Unveiling Hokkaido's Newest Landmark: Hotel Sosei Sapporo MGallery, Opening its Doors in January 2024 MGallery is one of the premium hotel brands of Accor, the world’s leading hotel group. It is a distinctive collection of hotels where captivating stories unfold and are shared. Situated in the Sosei East area adjacent to the Sapporo Factory, a commercial complex located on the site of ...

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