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Nissan Says Goodbye to The iconic R35 GT-R
Nissan has marked the end of an era. On August 26, 2025, the company celebrated the final production run of the R35 GT-R — the high-performance icon that has been a headline maker for Japanese car fans for nearly two decades. At the same time, Nissan is moving quickly to reshape its business with new…
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Tokyo Unveils AI-Generated Video Simulating Mount Fuji Eruption
In an innovative move to enhance disaster awareness, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has released a striking AI-generated video depicting a potential eruption of Mount Fuji and its impact on the capital. This marks the first time AI technology has been employed to visualise such a scenario, aiming to educate residents and encourage proactive disaster preparedness.…
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Panasonic Unveils New Washing Machine/Dryer with Down-Jacket Care Course, Designed with Goldwin
Panasonic is launching a new LX-series drum washer/dryer that includes a special laundry course for down jackets. The system was developed in collaboration with Goldwin, the renowned outdoor apparel specialist. Together, they created a wash cycle that gently but effectively cleans down jackets—without damaging the delicate filling. The Down-Jacket Course uses a gentler washing method…
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TOTO’s New “CONNECT PUBLIC” Lets You Check Toilet Crowding by Phone
Tokyo’s busiest stations and malls may soon get a little easier to navigate when nature calls. TOTO is upgrading its public restroom IoT service and renaming it TOTO CONNECT PUBLIC, adding new tools that let visitors check stall availability and send cleaning requests from their smartphones. The service starts August 1, 2025, following the company’s…