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Ryuichi Sakamoto: A Musical Genius and a Social Activist

TOKYO – Ryuichi Sakamoto was one of the most influential and versatile composers of our time. He created music that spanned genres, cultures, and media, from electronic pop to classical symphonies, from film scores to environmental soundscapes. He collaborated with … Continue reading Ryuichi Sakamoto: A Musical Genius and a Social Activist

Japan issues recall after rat poison found in Vietnamese fish imports

Tokyo – Packages of frozen fish from Vietnam containing rat poison were found by a seafood importer in Yamaguchi Prefecture, western Japan, with a recall issued nationwide, officials from Imura Industry said Thursday. The seafood importer said that frozen dried … Continue reading Japan issues recall after rat poison found in Vietnamese fish imports

Japan biggest supplier of development assistance in Vietnam

Tokyo – “We highly appreciative of what Japanese firms do to bolster Vietnam–Japan ties”. This was the opening message of the Vietnamese President Truong Tan Sang addressing the  Vietnam – Japan Business Forum in Tokyo. Sang is on a four day … Continue reading Japan biggest supplier of development assistance in Vietnam