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From ocean currents to lithium recovery. 🌊🔋Japan is exploring more effective ways to harness untapped energy and make better use of valuable resources. See how tidal current power and selective lithium extraction are opening new possibilities.

From ocean currents to lithium recovery. 🌊🔋Japan is exploring more effective ways to harness untapped energy and make better use of valuable resources. See how tidal current power and selective lithium extraction are opening new possibilities.

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One glass sponge. Two new worm species. 🏰🌊 Found during a JAMSTEC–Ocean Census expedition, the worms aren’t close relatives, yet share the same sponge. Their symbiotic lifestyles may have evolved independently—offering new clues to how symbiosis evolves in the deep sea. 🔬

One glass sponge. Two new worm species. 🏰🌊 Found during a JAMSTEC–Ocean Census expedition, the worms aren’t close relatives, yet share the same sponge. Their symbiotic lifestyles may have evolved independently—offering new clues to how symbiosis evolves in the deep sea. 🔬

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For 30 years, Japan has supported the reconstruction of Phnom Penh‘s water supply system.💧🫗 Discover our way of international contribution: solving challenges together with the local community for sustainable development.🎥

For 30 years, Japan has supported the reconstruction of Phnom Penh‘s water supply system.💧🫗 Discover our way of international contribution: solving challenges together with the local community for sustainable development.🎥

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Spanning #Gunma, #Nagano, and #Niigata, Joshin’etsukogen #NationalPark boasts 2,000m-high mountains⛰️ & plateaus. Its abundant hot springs incl. #KusatsuOnsen, & also Jigokudani Yaen-Koen, where you can see the wild #SnowMonkeys🐒 bathing in the winter.

Spanning #Gunma, #Nagano, and #Niigata, Joshin’etsukogen #NationalPark boasts 2,000m-high mountains⛰️ & plateaus. Its abundant hot springs incl. #KusatsuOnsen, & also Jigokudani Yaen-Koen, where you can see the wild #SnowMonkeys🐒 bathing in the winter.

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Celebrate #WorldEnvironmentDay amid the splendor of Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu #NationalPark! Highlighted by Mt. Rishiri, 🏔️ this Hokkaido gem has sea cliffs, coastal sand dunes, flowers 🌺🌼 incl. the Ezo kanzou, & birds like the migratory Taiga bean goose.

Celebrate #WorldEnvironmentDay amid the splendor of Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu #NationalPark! Highlighted by Mt. Rishiri, 🏔️ this Hokkaido gem has sea cliffs, coastal sand dunes, flowers 🌺🌼 incl. the Ezo kanzou, & birds like the migratory Taiga bean goose.

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Why are global financial firms turning their attention to Japan? 💼🌏 Hear State Street’s Alison Birch on why the company chose Fukuoka and what makes Japan attractive for global business. ▶️ Press play—and discover more at Japan Weeks 2026.

Why are global financial firms turning their attention to Japan? 💼🌏 Hear State Street’s Alison Birch on why the company chose Fukuoka and what makes Japan attractive for global business. ▶️ Press play—and discover more at Japan Weeks 2026.

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When every minute counts, could the sky become a lifeline?🚁🇯🇵 From delivering blood products in Mongolia to supporting disaster response, innovative aerial networks are helping solve real-world challenges and paving the way for sky-based infrastructure. 🩸🌏

When every minute counts, could the sky become a lifeline?🚁🇯🇵 From delivering blood products in Mongolia to supporting disaster response, innovative aerial networks are helping solve real-world challenges and paving the way for sky-based infrastructure. 🩸🌏

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This is what it looks like when invisible water becomes visible 💧✨ A digital twin technology from Japan brings the hidden movement of water into view, above and below ground, offering new perspectives on challenges from floods to water shortages. 🌍🔍

This is what it looks like when invisible water becomes visible 💧✨ A digital twin technology from Japan brings the hidden movement of water into view, above and below ground, offering new perspectives on challenges from floods to water shortages. 🌍🔍

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Japanese transformable toys inspired 生駒タカミツ/ICOMA Inc. to develop a folding electric motorbike--the “TATAMEL BIKE.”🏍️At H690xL690xW260mm, it requires no parking space when folded, can charge at home and be personalized like a smartphone. #InnovationJapan #CES2023

Japanese transformable toys inspired 生駒タカミツ/ICOMA Inc. to develop a folding electric motorbike--the “TATAMEL BIKE.”🏍️At H690xL690xW260mm, it requires no parking space when folded, can charge at home and be personalized like a smartphone. #InnovationJapan #CES2023

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The mountains 🏔️ in #Aomori & #Akita’s #ShirakamiSanchi have one of Earth's largest virgin beech forests. Its valuable ecosystem is home to various species, including the black woodpecker, and is a #WorldHeritage site. See nature the way nature intended:

The mountains 🏔️ in #Aomori & #Akita’s #ShirakamiSanchi have one of Earth's largest virgin beech forests. Its valuable ecosystem is home to various species, including the black woodpecker, and is a #WorldHeritage site. See nature the way nature intended:

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Could plants one day light our cities? 💡 A Japanese startup, LEP, created glowing trees, even exhibiting a glowing bonsai at Expo 2025 Osaka. This sustainable lighting innovation could reduce CO2 and energy use, offering a natural solution to global warming. 🌱✨

Could plants one day light our cities? 💡 A Japanese startup, LEP, created glowing trees, even exhibiting a glowing bonsai at Expo 2025 Osaka. This sustainable lighting innovation could reduce CO2 and energy use, offering a natural solution to global warming. 🌱✨

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Happy #ChildrensDay! You may have seen the #Koinobori 🎏 carp-banners hung for Children's Day in Japan, so to satisfy your curiosity, we have prepared a short primer explaining why they can be seen happily fluttering in the sky in Japan on sunny May days:

Happy #ChildrensDay! You may have seen the #Koinobori 🎏 carp-banners hung for Children's Day in Japan, so to satisfy your curiosity, we have prepared a short primer explaining why they can be seen happily fluttering in the sky in Japan on sunny May days:

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In this video, we hear from KOSEN🏫 alumni who have founded startups with highly innovative technologies🚀. At KOSEN colleges, students develop ambition, imagination, and determination to learn from mistakes📚. Every day, technology from KOSEN helps shape the future worldwide🌏.

In this video, we hear from KOSEN🏫 alumni who have founded startups with highly innovative technologies🚀. At KOSEN colleges, students develop ambition, imagination, and determination to learn from mistakes📚. Every day, technology from KOSEN helps shape the future worldwide🌏.

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As 2023 comes to an end 🎊, let's welcome the #NewYear with a fresh mindset! The sound of temple bells 🔔 on the last night of December has lifted spirits since ancient times. See our infographic to learn more about this tradition. #Joyanokane

As 2023 comes to an end 🎊, let's welcome the #NewYear with a fresh mindset! The sound of temple bells 🔔 on the last night of December has lifted spirits since ancient times. See our infographic to learn more about this tradition. #Joyanokane

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The Rescue HOTEL from R9 HOTELS GROUP / アールナイン【公式】 is helping save the day in times of need. Should disaster strike, its container-module guest rooms can be transported to evacuation centers for use as temporary housing. #ResilientJapan

The Rescue HOTEL from R9 HOTELS GROUP / アールナイン【公式】 is helping save the day in times of need. Should disaster strike, its container-module guest rooms can be transported to evacuation centers for use as temporary housing. #ResilientJapan

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Today Japan celebrates #SushiDay 🍣! From classic nigirizushi on rice to rolled makizushi and elegant chirashizushi, delicious regional varieties abound🥢. What's your favorite sushi, and what part of Japanese culture 🌸 should we cover next? Tell us!

Today Japan celebrates #SushiDay 🍣! From classic nigirizushi on rice to rolled makizushi and elegant chirashizushi, delicious regional varieties abound🥢. What's your favorite sushi, and what part of Japanese culture 🌸 should we cover next? Tell us!

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Have you seen #Kumiko woodworking, whereby wood is latticed without nails? It involves carefully cutting, grooving, and fitting pieces together geometrically. See how Tanihata Co., Ltd. preserves this ancient art form while evolving it: #FocusOnJapan

Have you seen #Kumiko woodworking, whereby wood is latticed without nails? It involves carefully cutting, grooving, and fitting pieces together geometrically. See how Tanihata Co., Ltd. preserves this ancient art form while evolving it: #FocusOnJapan

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Now you can build a home in 24 hrs! Futuristic 3D-printed dwellings by Kobe startup Serendix Inc. boast a strong, integrally molded construction, while mechanization & rapid construction methods make the price on par with the average car. #InnovationJapan

Now you can build a home in 24 hrs! Futuristic 3D-printed dwellings by Kobe startup Serendix Inc. boast a strong, integrally molded construction, while mechanization & rapid construction methods make the price on par with the average car. #InnovationJapan

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