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5G networks

SoftBank kicks off Japan's 5G race with March launch

Nationwide coverage pushed to 2021 on logistical hurdles

SoftBank's 5G service leverages the speed of network to stream multicamera sporting events and cloud-based games. (Photo from company's Facebook account)
TAKAFUMI HOTTA, Nikkei staff writer | Japan

TOKYO -- The race to bring commercial 5G to Japan is under way, with SoftBank Corp. unveiling plans to introduce its service on March 27.

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