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Start of Clinical Research with Hiroshima University on Photon-Counting CT

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火曜日, 4月 9, 2024

Tustin, California, April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canon Medical Systems Corporation (hereinafter "Canon Medical"; President and CEO: Toshio Takiguchi; headquarters: Otawara, Tochigi, Japan) and Hiroshima University (President: Mitsuo Ochi; location: Higashi-Hiroshima, Hiroshima, Japan) began clinical research.

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  • Tustin, California, April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canon Medical Systems Corporation (hereinafter "Canon Medical"; President and CEO: Toshio Takiguchi; headquarters: Otawara, Tochigi, Japan) and Hiroshima University (President: Mitsuo Ochi; location: Higashi-Hiroshima, Hiroshima, Japan) began clinical research.
  • PCCT is expected to become the next generation of X-ray CT.
    Canon Medical entered into a basic agreement on joint clinical research with Hiroshima University on November 1, 2023, *1 and clinical research began, led by Professor Kazuo Awai of the Department of Diagnostic Radiology at Hiroshima University Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences.
  • Through this latest clinical research, we are aiming to take another step forward towards the practical application of PCCT.
  • We will accelerate development of PCCT by feeding back the results of this clinical research into improvement of the system.

UNIQLO to Open First Stores in Texas, Bringing LifeWear to Houston and Dallas

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金曜日, 4月 5, 2024

NEW YORK, April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UNIQLO will open its first stores in Texas in Houston and Dallas, and extend its west coast presence, including new cities San Diego and Sacramento, this Fall/Winter. In total, the brand will open 11 new stores across Texas and California, a significant portion of the 20+ new store openings planned for North America in 2024. The upcoming store openings will build on UNIQLO's ambitious store growth plan to reach 200 stores in North America by 2027, focusing on regions with existing brand presence and new markets across the country.

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  • In total, the brand will open 11 new stores across Texas and California, a significant portion of the 20+ new store openings planned for North America in 2024.
  • "We are thrilled to be coming to Texas, a state where we have seen positive customer demand and where UNIQLO LifeWear products can perfectly serve the needs of the various lifestyles and climates throughout Houston and Dallas," said Yoshihide Shindo, UNIQLO USA CEO.
  • Today UNIQLO has more than 2,400 stores worldwide, including 74 stores in North America.
  • New UNIQLO stores opening in 2024 include:
    First Colony Mall (Sugar Land, TX)
    The Parks Mall at Arlington (South Arlington, TX)

International Human Frontier Science Program Organization Releases 2024-2032 Strategic Plan: "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change"

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月曜日, 2月 5, 2024

As a strategy and roadmap to that future, "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change" is unique because HFSPO is unique.

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  • As a strategy and roadmap to that future, "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change" is unique because HFSPO is unique.
  • To read "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change," in full, go to HFSPO Strategic Plan 2024-2032 .
  • The Human Frontier Science Program was established by the G7 countries at the initiative of former Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone of Japan at the 1987 Venice Summit.
  • The mission of HFSPO is to foster bold, basic, frontier research in the life sciences and interdisciplinary collaborations around the world.

International Human Frontier Science Program Organization Releases 2024-2032 Strategic Plan: "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change"

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月曜日, 2月 5, 2024

As a strategy and roadmap to that future, "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change" is unique because HFSPO is unique.

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  • As a strategy and roadmap to that future, "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change" is unique because HFSPO is unique.
  • To read "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change," in full, go to HFSPO Strategic Plan 2024-2032 .
  • The Human Frontier Science Program was established by the G7 countries at the initiative of former Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone of Japan at the 1987 Venice Summit.
  • The mission of HFSPO is to foster bold, basic, frontier research in the life sciences and interdisciplinary collaborations around the world.

Japan House London Announces Mizoguchi and Godzilla film seasons

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木曜日, 1月 25, 2024

LONDON, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Throughout 2024, Japan House London on Kensington High Street will be hosting two major film seasons.

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  • LONDON, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Throughout 2024, Japan House London on Kensington High Street will be hosting two major film seasons.
  • From September, Japan House London then celebrates Godzilla's 70th anniversary with a series of screenings of the original Japanese franchise.
  • Curated by academic and Japanese film critic Dr Alexander Jacoby, Japan House London is hosting screenings of five films directed by Mizoguchi.
  • To mark the 70th anniversary of the original Godzilla film, Japan House London will be screening a selection of the franchise, including:
    Mothra vs. Godzilla – the fourth film in the Godzilla franchise, released in 1964
    Destroy All Monsters – the ninth film in the Godzilla franchise, released in 1968
    Godzilla vs. Hedorah – the eleventh film in the Godzilla franchise, released in 1971
    Exact dates of the screenings will be confirmed nearer the time.

Wellness Tourism in Hiroshima "KAMOSU* TABI": Geishu Kanko Co., Ltd.

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火曜日, 1月 16, 2024

One of the reasons for the proximity of the breweries is the water used for sake brewing.

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  • One of the reasons for the proximity of the breweries is the water used for sake brewing.
  • The water used in Saijo's sake brewery district comes from the rain and snow that falls on Mt.
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    Wellness Tourism in Hiroshima KAMOSU TABI (Photo: Business Wire)
    KAMOSU TABI is a wellness tour that invites you to feel a connection with ‘nature,’ ‘local community,’ and ‘people’ through the traditional Japanese art of sake brewing.
  • For lunch, enjoy a meal that takes advantage of the blessings of the sea and mountains, and sake from Saijo.

More Than 50 Ports Across 11 Countries Highlight Holland America Line's 2025-2026 Asia Cruise Season

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月曜日, 1月 8, 2024

SEATTLE, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line's Westerdam is heading to Asia, where it will explore 11 countries from September 2025 through April 2026. The itineraries have a strong focus on Japan with 24 different ports around the country, as well as visits to Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.

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  • "For travelers looking to discover Asia, our 2025-2026 season provides an opportunity to explore the region in-depth via cruise," said Gus Antorcha, president of Holland America Line.
  • "We have diversified the number of ports to more than 50 across several itineraries.
  • Holland America Line's Global Fresh Fish Program brings native fresh fish and other local ingredients on board, from Japanese rockfish to Indonesian rambutan.
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Mazda specifies medium-term targets and roadmap towards achieving carbon neutrality

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木曜日, 12月 14, 2023

Mazda positions the achievement of carbon neutrality as one of its key initiatives of management policy up to 2030.

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  • Mazda positions the achievement of carbon neutrality as one of its key initiatives of management policy up to 2030.
  • To achieve carbon neutrality at all of its plants around the world, Mazda will be focusing on three pillars: energy conservation, shifting to renewable energy, and introducing carbon neutral fuels.
  • Along with the details of these three pillars, Mazda specified the roadmap for its domestic plants and operational sites which have a strong effect on its ability to achieve carbon neutrality.
  • *2 Mazda will use internal carbon pricing to create frameworks for promoting low carbon investment and low carbon policies.

BYD Showcases Electric Prowess at Japan Mobility Show 2023: A First for Chinese Automakers

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水曜日, 10月 25, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231025155494/en/
    At the event, the BYD SEAL, a pure electric sporty sedan, caught the spotlight.
  • Adding to the excitement, YANGWANG, BYD's premium electric sub-brand, showcased its inaugural model, the YANGWANG U8, as its very first display outside of the Chinese market.
  • On July 21, 2022, BYD entered the Japanese passenger vehicle market and commenced its rapid local development since then.
  • Atsuki Tofukuji, President of BYD AUTO JAPAN Inc., introduced the lineup on exhibition, with a spotlight on the BYD SEAL and its Japanese launch set in spring 2024.

The Best of Japan Shines Through in 2025 with Newly Announced Cruises and Cruisetours from Princess Cruises

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火曜日, 9月 19, 2023

SANTA CLARITA, Calif., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to increasing demand for cruises in Japan – one of the hottest trends in travel - Princess Cruises has released its 2025 Japan cruise season. The newly announced 2025 Japan cruise season offers travelers the wonders of this island nation where ancient traditions and modernity co-exist in harmony.

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  • The newly announced 2025 Japan cruise season offers travelers the wonders of this island nation where ancient traditions and modernity co-exist in harmony.
  • From ancient temples and storied castles to bustling markets and breathtaking gardens, cruisers experience the best of Japan with Princess in 2025 on 35 cruises ranging in length from seven- to 22-day.
  • "Japan is best experienced on a cruise, sailing around this scenic island nation taking in festivals, flowers, legendary sites and landscapes," said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president.
  • Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com .