Chiba

ENEOS and NSG Install Transparent Solar Windows from Ubiquitous Energy at NSG’s Facility in Japan

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021

ENEOS Holdings, Inc. (ENEOS) and Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd. (NSG) have begun Japan's first installation of transparent solar panels for use as building windows.

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  • ENEOS Holdings, Inc. (ENEOS) and Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd. (NSG) have begun Japan's first installation of transparent solar panels for use as building windows.
  • The transparent solar windows were developed and fabricated by Ubiquitous Energy , and installed at NSGs facility in Japan with funding support provided by ENEOS.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210929005643/en/
    Image of installed demonstration of transparent solar windows vs normal windows at NSG Chiba facility.
  • Ubiquitous Energy has the worlds leading transparent solar technology the conversion of light into electricity using semiconducting materials all while maintaining visible transparency.

Chiba Prefectural Government to Hold Online Tours by "City Volunteers" During Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games

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Friday, July 9, 2021

The Chiba Prefectural Government will provide virtual tours arranged by "City Cast Chiba", an organization of "city volunteers" recruited by the local government, in August and September.

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  • The Chiba Prefectural Government will provide virtual tours arranged by "City Cast Chiba", an organization of "city volunteers" recruited by the local government, in August and September.
  • Chiba Prefecture will host eight sporting events such as fencing, surfing and goalball at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
  • The virtual tours are designed to help people, who had planned to enjoy local tours or excursions in areas around the Olympics and Paralympics venues, to enjoy alternative experiences.
  • Programs in English, Chinese and Spanish will be posted on the Chiba Prefectural Government's website from mid-July.

Sony Electronics Announces New Airpeak S1 Professional Drone

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Thursday, June 10, 2021

SAN DIEGO, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Sony Electronics Inc. today announced their first-ever professional drone, the "Airpeak S1"i.

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  • SAN DIEGO, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Sony Electronics Inc. today announced their first-ever professional drone, the "Airpeak S1"i.
  • Sony Group will be exhibiting Airpeak S1 at Japan Drone 2021, a drone exhibition to be held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan from June 14-16, 2021.
  • With this Airpeak news, Sony Group Corporation expands the possibilities for professional creators, enables unprecedented visual expression and drives a sense of Kando.
  • Headquartered in San Diego, California, Sony Electronics is a leader in electronics for the consumer and professional markets.

Chiba Prefectural Government Completes Fight Song "CHI-BA Mystery Expedition!"

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Monday, March 29, 2021

The lyrics and choreography, which incorporate an upbeat tempo, cheerful and trendy melody, with characteristics of CHI-BA+KUN and charms of Chiba Prefecture, are nicely combined, projecting CHI-BA+KUN's cheerful and energetic image.

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  • The lyrics and choreography, which incorporate an upbeat tempo, cheerful and trendy melody, with characteristics of CHI-BA+KUN and charms of Chiba Prefecture, are nicely combined, projecting CHI-BA+KUN's cheerful and energetic image.
  • The fight song is scheduled to be performed at various places, such as at events.
  • CHI-BA+KUN is a curious creature born and living in Chiba Prefecture.
  • (Date of birth: Jan. 11, 2007)
    CHI-BA+KUN's side profile represents the shape of Chiba Prefecture.

Expand Business through FOODEX JAPAN 2021 to Be Held in Chiba Prefecture Online As Well: Real & Virtual "Hybrid" Operation Is "New Normal" for Food & Beverage Exhibitions

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Thursday, January 7, 2021

CHIBA, Japan, Jan. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- FOODEX JAPAN 2021 is scheduled to be held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba prefecture, the venue for several events at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games, from March 9 to 12, 2021.

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  • CHIBA, Japan, Jan. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- FOODEX JAPAN 2021 is scheduled to be held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba prefecture, the venue for several events at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games, from March 9 to 12, 2021.
  • FOODEX JAPAN is a leading food & beverage exhibition in Japan having over 45 years of history, with exhibitors from over 90 countries and regions participating.
  • So, even though it is located in Japan, both exhibitors and buyers have an opportunity to expand their business globally throughout the 4-day exhibition.
  • It will be the first time to organize two types of FOODEX JAPAN exhibitions at the same time: in person and online.

Chiba Pref. Gov't Soliciting Tourists to Pick Strawberries, Including CHI-BA+BERRY, at Local Farms

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Tuesday, February 18, 2020

CHIBA, Japan, Feb. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its spring tourism promotion campaign, the Chiba Prefectural Government is soliciting tourists to visit local strawberry farms to pick and eat locally grown strawberries, including the "CHI-BA+BERRY" variety, an original species developed in Chiba Prefecture and marketed since January 2017.

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  • CHIBA, Japan, Feb. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its spring tourism promotion campaign, the Chiba Prefectural Government is soliciting tourists to visit local strawberry farms to pick and eat locally grown strawberries, including the "CHI-BA+BERRY" variety, an original species developed in Chiba Prefecture and marketed since January 2017.
  • It can be eaten only in the prefecture.
  • At many of over 100 strawberry farms in the prefecture, numerous varieties of strawberries are being grown, allowing visitors to taste different types of strawberries.
  • Chiba Prefecture is highly accessible for inbound tourists as it hosts Narita International Airport, a major gateway to Japan, and has a warm climate.

Japan’s Friendship Ties Programs JENESYS 2019 ASEAN Inbound Program 24th Batch

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Monday, February 10, 2020

Twenty young officials from Vietnam are scheduled to visit Japan from February 11th to 19thas part of the Japans Friendship Ties Programs, JENESYS 2019 promoted by Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (MOFA).

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  • Twenty young officials from Vietnam are scheduled to visit Japan from February 11th to 19thas part of the Japans Friendship Ties Programs, JENESYS 2019 promoted by Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (MOFA).
  • They will visit Tokyo, Okayama, and Chiba to experience international program under the theme of Exchange for Young Administrative Officials.
  • In Tokyo, they will have a lecture on Japan-Vietnam relations.
  • In Chiba prefecture, they observe the plant factory system which is technically and economically sustainable, to deepen their knowledge on the advanced technology which contributes international businesses.

Chiba Prefectural Government Sending Out Information through "Chiba-no Miryoku Hasshintai" Facebook Page to Publicize Local Attractions

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Monday, March 25, 2019

People who love Chiba have so far posted approximately 600 messages on the Facebook page, introducing the charms of the prefecture including Chiba's unique food and impressive scenery as well as local residents' hospitality.

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  • People who love Chiba have so far posted approximately 600 messages on the Facebook page, introducing the charms of the prefecture including Chiba's unique food and impressive scenery as well as local residents' hospitality.
  • Prefectural government officials hope that as many people as possible will feel the attractions of Chiba Prefecture, which hosts Narita International Airport that is the gateway to Japan, through the Chiba-no Miryoku Hasshintai Facebook page.
  • The following prize-winning posts are carried on the "Chiba-no Miryoku Hasshintai" Facebook page.
  • Chiba Prefectural Government officials are calling on members of the public to post "likes" if they find the posts interesting:

Chiba Promotion Team Launches Facebook Page to Spread Charms of Chiba

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Friday, October 19, 2018

CHIBA, Japan, Oct. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chiba Prefectural Government has launched a Facebook page run by its publicity team to deliver the charms of Chiba across the nation in the run-up to the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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  • CHIBA, Japan, Oct. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chiba Prefectural Government has launched a Facebook page run by its publicity team to deliver the charms of Chiba across the nation in the run-up to the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games.
  • Members of the "Chiba Promotion Team," numbering more than 100, are posting on a wide range of topics about the charms of Chiba, possibly helping you discover hitherto unknown attractions.
  • The Chiba Promotion Team is also recruiting people to newly join, encouraging one and all to spread information about the attractions of Chiba, including delicious food, beautiful scenery and warm hospitality encountered in the prefecture.
  • It consists of people who disseminate through posts on Facebook the attractions of Chiba such as delicious food, beautiful scenery and warm hospitality they have encountered in the region.