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~ There are estimated to be more than 500,000 fragments of space debris measuring more than one centimeter in size, each hurtling around in space at a speed of 8 kilometers per second (km/s). If debris were to strike an artificial satellite, it could have a significant impact on the global meteorological observation and GPS (Global Positioning System) systems. Now, however, a string of Japanese startups are coming forward with solutions for removing space debris from rocket parts and defunct satellites, as Japan’s technology leads the way to resolving the environmental issues of outer spac...

The number of stables in sumo continuously ebbs and flows. Keeping track of, and deciphering the motives behind, the endless elder stock-related openings, closings and mergers, is akin to following the shifting allegiances in the TV series “Game of Thrones.” Some heya of course, like Dewanoumi and Takasago, have been in operation uninterrupted since the 1800s, but many others are either newer incarnations of previously shuttered stables, or recent additions to the list. Such constant but unpredictable movement can result in a 24-year-old ozeki (Takakeisho) already being on his fourth di...

Tokyo police have arrested seven persons connected to three pubs in Sumida Ward who are suspected of swindling dozens of drunk customers

TsukuBlog A Local Perspective on Life in Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan. Though Still Dealing With the Effects of the Earthquake and Tsunami of 2011, on Disaster Prevention Day (September 1st) We Take Time Out To Remember Past Tragedies AND Consider Ways of Being Better Prepared For The Future 1 September, 2017 Tokyo`s Shita-Machi burning after the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923- note Mt Tsukuba on the right By Avi Landau There used to be a cannon, located in the plaza in front of Tokyo’s Imperial Palace, which since 1871 had been used to announce the arrival of 12 noon. On September 1, 1923...

A Tokyo-based manufacturer is ramping up production of glass vials needed worldwide for COVID-19 v