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2 days ago
- Automotive
- Japan Today
Why is Nissan failing — and what speed bumps lie ahead?
By Jeff W. Richards Nissan is slashing 20,000 jobs, considering factory closures in Japan and facing renewed financial struggles. What happened to Japan's No. 3 automaker — and can it recover under a new CEO? In this episode of Japan Today Spotlight, we unpack the collapse of the Nissan-Honda merger, the impact of the U.S. administration's 25% auto tariffs and the company's bold — but risky — turnaround plan. Is this Nissan's final warning, or the start of a comeback? Watch the full story, and let us know what you think in the comments. Chapters: 0:00 Topic overview 1:16 Nissan's troubled history 2:48 Restructuring plans 4:14 20,000 jobs at risk 4:46 What's next? 5:44 Can Nissan make it? 6:51 Outro Japan Today sources: See the Japan Today Spotlight series: Join the conversation! 20,000 jobs on the line. Plants may shut. Can Nissan survive another crisis? Let us know in the comments! Don't forget to like, subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an update on Japan's biggest news stories on our YouTube channel: Follow us for more updates: The views and opinions expressed in this video are those of the host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of GPlusMedia, Inc. © Japan Today
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5 days ago
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Suspect who fled police station after officer dozed off recaptured
A 32-year-old man who had been arrested on suspicion of violating the Stimulants Control Act temporarily escaped from a police station after a police officer dozed off, in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, police said Sunday. The man, Kohei Takai, was caught after he got about 200 meters from Kawasaki Police Station at around 9:35 a.m. on Saturday, TV Asahi reported. He had turned himself in at a koban (police box) at 4:30 a.m. Saturday, confessing that he had been using stimulants. According to police, Takai was taken to Kawasaki Police Station where an officer questioned him in an interrogation room. While waiting to be transferred to a cell, he fled the station when the police officer supervising him in the interrogation room dozed off. Another police officer saw Takai and immediately gave chase and apprehended him. Kawasaki Police Station Deputy Chief Yoshinari Hagamine said, "We will work to prevent a recurrence of such an incident.' © Japan Today
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6 days ago
- Japan Today
Melon thefts reported in Ibaraki Prefecture
A series of melon thefts have been reported this month in Ibaraki Prefecture, the top producer of melons in Japan, police said. According to police, in Ibaraki town, about 200 Andes melons were stolen from a greenhouse on May 9, NHK reported. The grower said they were taken just before harvest and were worth about 160,000 yen. Five days earlier, 30 melons were stolen from a farm in Hokota City. Police said other thefts have also been reported and are calling on growers to step up measures such as increasing the number of patrols and installing security cameras and sensor lights. Hiroyuki Iwasaki, a farmer in Ibaraki town, whose high-quality melons were stolen three years ago, said he is outraged by the continued occurrence of thefts targeting harvest season. "Farmers work hard with no time to rest. It's painful and infuriating that our produce is stolen right before harvest,' he said. © Japan Today
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6 days ago
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82-year-old woman arrested for strangling husband to death
Police in Kunitachi, Tokyo, have arrested an 82-year-old woman on suspicion of killing her 82-year-old husband by strangling him at their home. According to police, Emiko Kurokawa is accused of strangling her husband Kazuo with a necktie at around 10:25 a.m. on Friday, TV Asahi reported. Kurokawa called 110 and told police what she had done. When police arrived, they found Kazuo lying face up in a Japanese-style room with a necktie wrapped around his neck. He was confirmed dead at the scene. There was also a bruise on the victim's head, which Kurokawa said was the result of her hitting him with a stick. The couple lived with their son, who is in his 40s. He told police he was in another room at the time and was unaware that his mother had strangled his father, Police said they have learned that Kurokawa and her husband had frequent arguments. © Japan Today
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22-05-2025
- Business
- Japan Today
Sustainable Japanese knives
Japanese knives have a reputation for quality craftsmanship and precision. Whether used by professional chefs or home cooks, these knives are prized for their razor-sharp edges and long-lasting performance. Many are made using traditional techniques inspired by samurai sword-making, which gives them incredible sharpness and durability. The result is a knife that glides through food with ease, offering better control and cleaner cuts. Invest in a sustainable line of Japanese knives by Kyocera. The brand's latest lineup features plant-based bio-resin handles made from sugarcane, offering excellent grip and durability. The packaging has also been revamped with FSC-certified paper and biomass ink, eliminating plastic. Alongside the eco-friendly update, two new knife types have joined the lineup. First is the nakiri knife (15 cm), a rectangular blade ideal for slicing vegetables with speed and precision. Unlike heavier metal versions, Kyocera's ceramic blade is super lightweight, making it perfect for effortless chopping. Second is the bread knife (18 cm), previously only available in a special anniversary set. Both knives come in black or white and are priced at ¥12,100 for the Nakiri and ¥11,550 for the bread knife. Source: Kyodo News PRWire © Japan Today
