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Japanese researchers captured the fastest electronic transformation ever observed, watching a material reorganize itself in just 30 femtoseconds after being hit with light. This breakthrough could lead to electronics that respond almost instantly.
A Japanese startup is making it possible to bring delicate medical experiments back from space without the rough ride. Their gentler reentry technology could help scientists develop life-saving drugs in orbit.
As plant-based eating sweeps the globe, one Japanese company is transforming tofu from a traditional staple into a portable, functional food for a new generation. Asahico Corporation is betting that innovation and technology can revive a 250 billion yen industry that's been declining for decades.
Japanese researchers just flipped an 80-year-old aviation rule on its head: rougher surfaces can actually reduce drag better than smooth ones. This breakthrough could revolutionize how we build planes, trains, and cars.
Scientists in Tokyo just built a solar cell that converts 30% of sunlight into electricity, smashing previous records using a clever design that splits light like a prism. This breakthrough could make renewable energy cheaper and more powerful for millions.
After two unsuccessful attempts, Space One is launching its Kairos rocket today, aiming to deliver five satellites to orbit. The Tokyo startup dreams of launching 30 missions per year by the 2030s.
Japanese researchers created a material that safely stores hydrogen fuel and releases it simply by exposing it to sunlight or LED light. This breakthrough could solve one of clean energy's biggest challenges without heavy metals, extreme temperatures, or explosion risks.