Cities designated by government ordinance of Japan

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.

transcosmos opens Kyushu branch office, expanding existing Fukuoka branch office

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021

TOKYO , June 16, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- transcosmos inc. hereby announces that the company opened the Kyushu branch office, relocating and expanding its Fukuoka branch office (5F Nishitetsu-Tenjin Building, 1-13-6, Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka prefecture) on June 14, 2021.

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  • TOKYO , June 16, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- transcosmos inc. hereby announces that the company opened the Kyushu branch office, relocating and expanding its Fukuoka branch office (5F Nishitetsu-Tenjin Building, 1-13-6, Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka prefecture) on June 14, 2021.
  • By consolidating all sales-related functions into the new office, transcosmos will enhance its service delivery framework for its DX services.
  • At the same time, the company will expand its contact centers located in Kyushu and Okinawa, thereby growing its business in the region.
  • transcosmos opened its first business office in Fukuoka and Okinawa in 1981 and 1999 respectively.

Chef Jeff Osaka Heads North to Arista

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021

BROOMFIELD, Colo., June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --This fall Chef Jeff Osaka will open his fifth Sushi-Rama location at the Arista Broomfield mixed-use development.

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  • BROOMFIELD, Colo., June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --This fall Chef Jeff Osaka will open his fifth Sushi-Rama location at the Arista Broomfield mixed-use development.
  • "I have been shopping the north market for some time and I feel that Arista is the best place for our fifth Sushi-Rama location," said Chef Jeff Osaka.
  • James Beard nominated chef Jeff Osaka was born in Los Angeles, where the food is as diverse as the city's culture and has garnered praise from critics and peers alike for his indelible contributions to the culinary world.
  • With over 25 years of experience and ten in the Denver metro area, Osaka is the Culinary Director and Owner of Osaka Ramen, Sushi-Rama, and The Empire Lounge and Restaurant.

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Tokyo Tatemono and HPL Announce Plans for Brand New Hotel in Osaka, Japan

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

The high-rise tower will feature residences by Brillia, a meeting hall that serves as a base for tourism and business, and the upcoming Four Seasons Hotel Osaka.

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  • The high-rise tower will feature residences by Brillia, a meeting hall that serves as a base for tourism and business, and the upcoming Four Seasons Hotel Osaka.
  • The project will contribute to the development of Osaka by creating a new symbol of the city.
  • "We appreciate the opportunity to partner with Tokyo Tatemono, one of Japan's leading real estate companies, on our investment in the One Dojima Project," says Ong Beng Seng, Managing Director, Hotel Properties Limited.
  • Four Seasons Hotel Osaka will complement the brand's existing properties in Japan, including Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi , Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi , Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto , and the upcoming Four Seasons Resort Okinawa.

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei to Open in January 2022

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Monday, May 31, 2021

Hotel Okura Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce that in January 2022 it will open the Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei in the world-famous and much-loved city of Kyoto, Japans ancient capital.

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  • Hotel Okura Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce that in January 2022 it will open the Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei in the world-famous and much-loved city of Kyoto, Japans ancient capital.
  • Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei will overlook Marutamachi Dori in the Rakuto and Okazaki areas of Kyoto, close to many of the citys famous sightseeing spots, with the Heian Shrine, Nanzenji Temple and Kyoto City Zoo all nearby.
  • Coinciding with the opening of Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei in 2022, Kyoto Hotel Okura, with which the Hotel Okura Co., Ltd. has had a business alliance since 2001, will change its name to Hotel Okura Kyoto.
  • From January 2022, the Hotel Okura Co., Ltd. will thereby operate two Hotel Okura-branded properties in Kyoto.

Etrion Announces Agreement to Sell Niigata Solar Project to Japanese Consortium for Total Cash Consideration of approximately JPY 6.3 billion

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Friday, April 9, 2021

Completion of the sale of the Niigata Project pursuant to the Transfer Agreements is subject to certain conditions precedent including, all necessary regulatory, shareholder and third-party approvals.

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  • Completion of the sale of the Niigata Project pursuant to the Transfer Agreements is subject to certain conditions precedent including, all necessary regulatory, shareholder and third-party approvals.
  • The closing of the Niigata Project transaction is currently expected to take place before the end of June 2021.
  • The Company owns and operates 57 MW of solar capacity and owns the 45 MW Niigata project under construction, all in Japan.
  • Etrions largest shareholder is the Lundin family, which owns approximately 36% of the Companys shares directly and through various trusts.

Fun Group inc, participate in Osaka Kansai Expo 2025 "TEAM EXPO 2025" Program

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

TOKYO, April 6, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Fun Group inc (HQ: Shibuya-ward Tokyo, Japan; CEO: Kenji Miki) a company dedicated in developing sightseeing experiences for tourists, spanning across 7 locations globally, will be attending the Osaka Kansai Expo's "TEAM EXPO 2025".

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  • TOKYO, April 6, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Fun Group inc (HQ: Shibuya-ward Tokyo, Japan; CEO: Kenji Miki) a company dedicated in developing sightseeing experiences for tourists, spanning across 7 locations globally, will be attending the Osaka Kansai Expo's "TEAM EXPO 2025".
  • Fun Group seeks to add value to sightseeing attractions via our unique philosophy and methodology with our capabilities in "producing".
  • We will leverage our know-how in operations, stemming from our experience in managing our existing business across 7 global locations.
  • Last year, our project to revitalize a local company in Bali was recognized and awarded the Japan Tourism Award.

HOSHINO HONTEN, Co., Ltd. Releases “Koji Ichiyazukeno Tomo” the Popular Product Koji

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Friday, March 19, 2021

Japan, Niigata, Nagaoka-SHI, March 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 2-10-30 SETTAYA MACHI, NAGAOKA-SHI, NIIGATA, 940-1105 JAPAN - HOSHINO HONTEN (Headquarters: Settaya, Nagaoka-City, Niigata; President: Takashi Hoshino) will release the popular product Koji Ichiyazukeno Tomo in the United States from March 2021.

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  • Japan, Niigata, Nagaoka-SHI, March 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 2-10-30 SETTAYA MACHI, NAGAOKA-SHI, NIIGATA, 940-1105 JAPAN - HOSHINO HONTEN (Headquarters: Settaya, Nagaoka-City, Niigata; President: Takashi Hoshino) will release the popular product Koji Ichiyazukeno Tomo in the United States from March 2021.
  • Koji Ichiyazukeno Tomo is the highest quality product by combining over 100 years of experience and history with the blessings of the earth and fermentation culture.
  • Koji Ichiyazukeno Tomo was born from our experience & technic as well as the blessings of natural reasources.
  • Koji Ichiyazukeno Tomo has asalt content of 15% itself, so it can be used as salt-alternative.

Chiseikan Dojo in Kyoto Grand Opening Event: "When in danger, how can you best protect yourself?"

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Wednesday, March 3, 2021

KYOTO, Japan, Mar 4, 2021 - (JCN Newswire) - Kyoto's Chiseikan Dojo (Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Director: Yoshie Sugai) will hold a special "Grand Opening Seminar" on Saturday, April 3, 2021, to help teach children & adults the art of self-defense.

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  • KYOTO, Japan, Mar 4, 2021 - (JCN Newswire) - Kyoto's Chiseikan Dojo (Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Director: Yoshie Sugai) will hold a special "Grand Opening Seminar" on Saturday, April 3, 2021, to help teach children & adults the art of self-defense.
  • Almost every day there are news reports of sex-related crimes, random murders, street crime, and incidents targeting children and the elderly.
  • The second class will be held for students enrolled in junior high & high schools in Kyoto as well as adults living in Kyoto from 15:30-16:30.
  • Additionally, Chiseikan Dojo holds Japanese business etiquette courses for international residents.

Mitsubishi Electric Makes Dedicated Factory for Industrial Mechatronics

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Monday, March 1, 2021

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO:6503) announced today it will establish the Industrial Mechatronics Systems Works as of April 1, 2021 within the premises of the companys Nagoya Works in Nagoya, Japan.

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  • Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO:6503) announced today it will establish the Industrial Mechatronics Systems Works as of April 1, 2021 within the premises of the companys Nagoya Works in Nagoya, Japan.
  • The functions which currently lay under Nagoya Works for development and manufacturing of computerized numerical controllers (CNCs), electrical discharge machines (EDMs) and laser processing machines will be transferred to the new Works, improving flexibility and speed in responding to customer needs.
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