Technology
Itochu-backed company to install solar-powered EV chargers at supermarkets
VPP Japan will provide equipment free of charge, offering 20% lower costs
Japan
Rugby World Cup
In pictures: Japan's Rugby World Cup dream comes to an end
Emotions remain high after loss, satisfied with first advance into knockout round
Environment
Chinese recyclers battle for bottles in Japan's plastic market
Surging demand sees prices of used containers double over last 12 months
5G networks
Japan's electronics sector opens wallet to guard turf in 5G parts
Industry faces another test after losing out in finished devices
Opinion
World has learned wrong lessons from 'Japanification'
Governments should focus on raising productivity, not on specter of deflation
Economy
Japan logs trade deficit for 3rd month on weak exports to Asia
$1.13bn lag shows up in September as shipments abroad take 10th straight fall
Rugby World Cup
Japan's rugby dream run ends after progress lifts ticket sales
Matches 99% sold out amid sports tourism boost as tournament moves to knockouts
Japan's Reiwa era
Emperor's enthronement set to bring world to Japan
2,000 dignitaries from over 170 nations to attend in big diplomatic week for Abe
