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Japan planning world’s first 4K/Ultra HD live broadcast for the 2014 World Cup

You'll need an uber-expensive 4K/Ultra HD to take advantage, but come 2014, the World Cup will be broadcast in stunning ultra high def.

LG announces the big screen, Full HD Optimus G Pro, but so far only for Japan

Sony Xperia Tablet Z Japan

Sony announces super slim, quad-core Xperia Tablet Z

2013 Toyota Crown pink

Paint it pink: New Toyota Crown color causes a stir in Japan

Apple to launch iBookstore in Japan this month, reports say

Nissan introduces cheaper Leaf trim level in Japan

Nissan introduces cheaper 2013 Leaf trim level in Japan

The 2013 Nissan Leaf S is $5,000 cheaper than a regular Leaf, but will that be enough to reverse the EV hatchback's sales declines?
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The robotic wheelchair that can take on steps

Honda CR-Z Mugen RZ front three-quarter view

Honda CR-Z Mugen RZ: Is this sporty hybrid’s identity crisis over?

The Honda CR-Z Mugen RZ emphasizes sporty driving instead of fuel economy, choosing one half of the CR-Z's split personality over the other.
Docomo Video Phone

Hands-free video phone prototype demoed, makes you look a bit like an android

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So a mood controlled kitten tail for people is now a thing

Jealous of your cat's wagging tail? Thanks to the people behind the necomimi ears, soon you may be able to own one just as functional.
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Samsung win: Patent violation case brought by Apple in Japan dismissed by judge

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Tokyo Jungle finally gets an American release date

Tokyo Jungle is coming to America, and it's only a month away.
battle royale may hit us shores as a cw teen drama battleroyale

Battle Royale may hit US shores as a CW teen drama

japan restarts first nuclear reactor since fukushima disaster oinukeplant

Japan restarts first nuclear reactor since Fukushima disaster

cool summer idea brewer serves up frozen froth to keep beer icy cold kirin

Cool summer idea: Brewer serves up frozen froth to keep beer icy cold

ten digits not enough hair washing robot with 24 fingers now undergoing trials head care

Ten digits not enough? Hair-washing robot with 24 ‘fingers’ now undergoing trials

Suzumo sushi robot can roll 3,600 pieces an hour

The SushiBot was unveiled at World Food and Beverage Great Expo in Tokyo, Japan last week. This countertop-sized contraption reportedly has the power to manufacture 1,000 rolls per hour, which can then be sliced into 3,600 pieces.

Self-repairing protective film will fix scratches on your gadgets in 10 seconds or less

Olympus and former executives charged over accounting scandal

Japanese drinks company launches vending machine with free Wi-Fi (as well as drinks)

Nintendo 3DS news roundup: early 2012 lineup revealed, DLC coming, sales exceed 4 million in Japan

Toyota Aqua Prius C Official

Toyota officially announce the Aqua hybrid, also known as the Prius C

Car security: Japanese engineers develop seat that knows who’s sitting on it

Early adopters of the Nintendo 3DS will get these free GBA games

New Street View images of Japan tsunami disaster show full extent of damage

Supercar pile-up in Japan dubbed world’s most expensive car crash

Japanese robotic bear could help prevent snoring

Honda demonstrates new version of its ASIMO humanoid robot

Twitter launches new Stories product to highlight positive power of the tweet

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Nearly two thirds of PS3 owners plan on purchasing the Vita

Indiana Jones plays Uncharted 3

Eight-block line forms outside Apple store in Tokyo for iPhone 4S

Japanese toilet maker Toto unveils motorcycle powered by poop

Ad campaign turns subway train handrails into lightsabers