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Honda, a Japanese automobile and motorcycle manufacturer, produces fuel-efficient cars, eco-friendly hybrid models, and advanced mobility solutions.

Honda

Discover how Japan’s advanced manufacturing, robotics, and consumer electronics brands drive global technology trends.

Sony, a Japanese electronics pioneer, excels in gaming consoles, home entertainment systems, audio devices, and cinematic production.

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Sony Honda Mobility plans to double its workforce to 500 employees.

Sony and Honda EV venture to launch SUV and compact before 2030

The new core material could contribute to the development of smaller and faster motors.

EV motor alloy from Japan's Proterial trims power use by 5%

EV motor alloy from Japan&#8217;s Proterial trims power use by 5%

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Inventories are shrinking, but consumer demand lags behind.

China slump drags on for Japan's chip and component suppliers

China slump drags on for Japan&#8217;s chip and component suppliers

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Tokyo aims to help domestic energy players in creating a supply chain.

Japan to spur clean hydrogen production with USD 20 billion in subsidies

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Bringing you the latest updates on funding deals and activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Novosol, Tsubame BHB, and InnoCSR secure funding, Franklin Templeton leads investment in Blockhead, nine China and India deals, and more

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Since 2019, the Aichi-China Innovation Program has sought to advance open innovation cooperation between China and Japan.

Aichi, Japan's manufacturing epicenter, is actively fostering open innovation with China

Aichi, Japan&#8217;s manufacturing epicenter, is actively fostering open innovation with China

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Deals in brief: Marqo bags USD 12.5 million in funding, Mizuho Bank invests in Credit Saison India, CapitaLand Investment sets up new lodging private fund, and more

The year-end total of 'dry powder' cash reserves has risen by seven times over the past decade.

VCs' funding capacity for Japan startups soars to record USD 9.7 billion

VCs&#8217; funding capacity for Japan startups soars to record USD 9.7 billion

How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

Despite early traction in hardware, the startup is focused on building a full-stack robotics system that unites the “brain” and “body” of machines.

More than a hardware play: Robot Era’s founder sets the record straight on the company’s true ambitions

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Challenges remain, but the NEV maker sees significant upside in expanding its commercial vehicle business beyond China.

As China’s commercial vehicle market slows, Gecko Motors shifts gears abroad for growth

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Deals in brief: Augmentus raises Series A+ funding, Coda to acquire Recharge, Origgin Capital debuts second fund, and more

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US Techstars CEO eyes Japan as Asia’s hub for accelerating startups

Sony and Honda EV venture to launch SUV and compact before 2030

EV motor alloy from Japan’s Proterial trims power use by 5%

China slump drags on for Japan’s chip and component suppliers

Japan to spur clean hydrogen production with USD 20 billion in subsidies

Deals in brief: Novosol, Tsubame BHB, and InnoCSR secure funding, Franklin Templeton leads investment in Blockhead, nine China and India deals, and more

Aichi, Japan’s manufacturing epicenter, is actively fostering open innovation with China

Deals in brief: Marqo bags USD 12.5 million in funding, Mizuho Bank invests in Credit Saison India, CapitaLand Investment sets up new lodging private fund, and more

VCs’ funding capacity for Japan startups soars to record USD 9.7 billion

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