Hokkaido

Presenting "SHELLMET" Japan's First, Eco-friendly Helmet Made from Wasted Scallop Shells

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

OSAKA, Japan, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Koushi Chemical Industry (Osaka, Osaka; Representative Director: Akika Nambara; hereinafter referred to as "our company") and Sarufutsu Village (Hokkaido; Mayor: Kouichi Ito; hereinafter referred to as "Sarufutsu Village") present SHELLMET, the environmentally friendly helmet that is made by reusing scallop shells, a form of marine waste. In line with this announcement, pre-order sales of SHELLMET begins from 14 December 2022 through crowdfunding. Our company will utilize the ecoplastic manufacturing techniques that we have developed and work together with Sarufutsu Village, which aims to reduce the amount of plastic used, to further promote sustainable efforts by treating scallop shells as a valuable resource that serves as an alternative to plastic.

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  • On the other hand, the Soya district, where Sarufutsu Village is located, generates approximately 40,000 tons of shells as marine waste annually during the scallop processing produces.
  • The project team started to develop the scallop shells as an important resource to support the village and began efforts to recycle the material.
  • The original role of a shell is to protect itself from outside enemies, and since scallop fishing is a dangerous activity, the "SHELLMET" was born from the idea of making a helmet out of scallop shells to protect scallop fishermen.
  • SHELLMET incorporates a special rib structure in its design that mimics the structure of scallop shells, which is part of the material used for helmet production.

Travel Spots to Sooth Your Soul, The Japan National Tourism Organization’s New Insider Guide to Japan

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) s new insider guide to Japan features things to do and see that will sooth your soul.

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  • Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) s new insider guide to Japan features things to do and see that will sooth your soul.
  • These contents are associated with the Wellcation concept that helps visitors relieve stress and anxiety arising from difficulties of the past year.
  • This new national center celebrates and showcases the culture of the Ainu, the indigenous people of northern Japan and first settlers of Hokkaido.
  • Below are some stories featured in the JNTOs New Insider Guide.

New World La Plume Niseko Resort to Open In 2023

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Friday, April 30, 2021

b'New World\xc2\xae Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by Hong Kong SAR-based real estate and development firm La Plume Niseko Resort TMK to manage New World La Plume Niseko Resort, a new luxury resort in Japan set to open in 2023.

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  • b'New World\xc2\xae Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by Hong Kong SAR-based real estate and development firm La Plume Niseko Resort TMK to manage New World La Plume Niseko Resort, a new luxury resort in Japan set to open in 2023.
  • Occupying nearly nine acres within the lush forest land between Mount Yotei and Mount Annupuri in Hokkaido, New World La Plume Niseko Resort will offer travellers unparalleled access to myriad outdoor experiences, including premier skiing and golf, as well as to renowned restaurants and shops in the nearby Niseko Village.
  • This latest announcement from New World Hotels & Resorts highlights the brand\xe2\x80\x99s ambitious yet thoughtful growth strategy in the Asia region.\nThis press release features multimedia.
  • Together we look forward to introducing even more international explorers to this extraordinary place.\xe2\x80\x9d\nNew World La Plume Niseko Resort will join New World\xe2\x80\x99s collection of distinguished properties throughout Asia.

Suzuki Farm Announces Updated Logo and Website

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Monday, April 26, 2021

b'SEATTLE, April 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Suzuki Farm, a Delaware-based farm, announced that it has launched an updated logo and website.

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  • b'SEATTLE, April 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Suzuki Farm, a Delaware-based farm, announced that it has launched an updated logo and website.
  • This rebranding strategy reflects the change of the ownership of the farm on February 9, 2021 where Food\'s Style USA Inc., a franchisee of Hokkaido Ramen Santouka restaurants, acquired the entire business of Suzuki Farm, the only producer of Japanese vegetables on the East Coast from Suzuki FarmsLLC.\nThe new logo came from Japanese family crests.
  • The design contains the farm\'s founding year, the location, and images of fresh vegetables.
  • Along with this change, a newly designed online store (suzukifarm-usa.com) was released on April 17, 2021.

Hokkaido Securities Holdings Announces Relocation of Corporate Head Office

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Friday, September 25, 2020

TOKYO, Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Private wealth management company Hokkaido Securities Holdings has announced today that the company has completed the relocation of its corporate head office to Tokyo, Japan.

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  • TOKYO, Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Private wealth management company Hokkaido Securities Holdings has announced today that the company has completed the relocation of its corporate head office to Tokyo, Japan.
  • Through some recent business acquisitions, Hokkaido Securities Holdings has increased its workforce and has moved into its new headquarters to accommodate the company's significant growth.
  • Hokkaido Securities Holdings Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Azumamaro, said: "We are very proud to announce that Hokkaido Securities Holdings has relocated its corporate head office to one of the top global financial city centers.
  • Hokkaido Securities Holdings is a private wealth management company situated in Tokyo, Japan.

MHIEC Receives Order to Refurbish Core Equipment of the Kushiro Wide-Area Federation WtE Plant in Kushiro, Hokkaido

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Tuesday, June 30, 2020

TOKYO, June 30, 2020 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Environmental & Chemical Engineering Co., Ltd. (MHIEC), a Group company of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), has received an order from the Kushiro Wide-Area Federation, comprising the city of Kushiro and five other Hokkaido municipalities, for repair and improvement of core equipment at the Kushiro Wide-Area Federation Waste-to-Energy (WtE) Plant in Takayama, Kushiro.

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  • TOKYO, June 30, 2020 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Environmental & Chemical Engineering Co., Ltd. (MHIEC), a Group company of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), has received an order from the Kushiro Wide-Area Federation, comprising the city of Kushiro and five other Hokkaido municipalities, for repair and improvement of core equipment at the Kushiro Wide-Area Federation Waste-to-Energy (WtE) Plant in Takayama, Kushiro.
  • The Kushiro Wide-Area Federation WtE Plant in Kushiro, Hokkaido
    The Kushiro Wide-Area Federation was established in 2002 under the provisions of the revised Local Autonomy Act.
  • Kushiro Eco-Creation Co., Ltd., in which MHIEC holds a 90% stake, provides operations and maintenance work under a 15-year, long-term comprehensive contract.
  • This is the first order for repair and improvement of core equipment MHIEC has received for a WtE plant for which it has a long-term comprehensive contract for operations and maintenance by MHIEC Group.

Japan's Friendship Ties Programs JENESYS 2019 ASEAN Outbound Program 2nd Batch

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Monday, November 11, 2019

The group will meet government officials in Vietnam and observe the sites and facilities which was funded by Japans ODA and visit Japanese companies, they will learn the relationship between Japan and Vietnam, and deepen the knowledge of Japanese contribution to Vietnam, and through the experience of school exchange, homestay, and observation of traditional industry, cultural property protection, history and art, they are expected to have a better understanding of culture and society of Vietnam.

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  • The group will meet government officials in Vietnam and observe the sites and facilities which was funded by Japans ODA and visit Japanese companies, they will learn the relationship between Japan and Vietnam, and deepen the knowledge of Japanese contribution to Vietnam, and through the experience of school exchange, homestay, and observation of traditional industry, cultural property protection, history and art, they are expected to have a better understanding of culture and society of Vietnam.
  • They will also appeal Japanese culture during each program.
  • Through this program, we hope the participants proactively share the appeals of Japan and other information after returning to Japan and it ties the relationships between Japan and Vietnam.
  • 10 students from Hokkaido University of Education, Hakodate

Hard Rock International Unveils Full-Scale Model of its World-Class Entertainment Resort Concept to Japan

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Friday, January 11, 2019

HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Jan. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Jim Allen, chairman and CEO of Hard Rock International, revealed a full-scale model of Hard Rock Japan's World-Class Entertainment Resort concept during Hokkaido's Integrated Resort Showcase on January 9.

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  • HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Jan. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Jim Allen, chairman and CEO of Hard Rock International, revealed a full-scale model of Hard Rock Japan's World-Class Entertainment Resort concept during Hokkaido's Integrated Resort Showcase on January 9.
  • NEC Hard Rock International will bring the latest facial recognition and security services to its integrated resorts development project in Hokkaido.
  • For more information about Hard Rock or Hard Rock Japan, visit HardRock.com or HardRock.co.jp .
  • Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise and Hard Rock Live performance venues.