Akio Toyoda, who stepped down as chief executive last year, had been criticized by some shareholders for continuing to dominate decision making at the automaker.
Category: Tokyo (Japan)
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For Japanese Hot Springs, Visit 3 Charming Onsen Towns in Kaga City
A new high-speed train stop unlocks Kaga, a destination for onsen, nourishing food and traditional crafts, as an easy-to-reach getaway from Japan’s capital.
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At Yohji Yamamoto, a Jewelry Designer Gets Some Respect
Rie Harui, founder of Riefe, is one of the few creatives in the fashion world who co-signs the pieces she makes for the runway.
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A Tokyo Repair Shop Creates Its Own Watch
Masa’s Pastime hasn’t named its timepiece yet, but intends to introduce the wristwatch in April.
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Welcome to Japan, Taylor Swift Fans. Please Remain Seated as You Cheer.
Some Japanese spectators are grumbling that foreign concertgoers visiting Tokyo don’t share their rather restrained local approach to taking in a show.
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The Newest ‘Godzilla’ Film Is Stranger Than Fiction
Effects artists annihilate cities in movies all the time. Tokyo really was destroyed, a reality the best Godzilla stories have always taken seriously.
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Casio’s G-Shock Celebrates Its 40th
Engineers use A.I., for the first time, to develop a one-of-a-kind anniversary version of the popular watch.
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A Tokyo Designer Captures Memories in Gems
Mio Harutaka’s pieces include bunnies, daisies and a piano keyboard ring in diamonds and onyx.
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Share Your Favorite or Surprising Airport Amenity
What surprising amenities have you encountered at the terminal? Let us know.
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What Fall Street Style Looks Like in Tokyo
Sartorial signs of fall abound on the streets of the Japanese capital.
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In Tokyo, a Fashion Designer Styles a Gift List
Maiko Kurogouchi takes our reporter shopping in the city’s popular Aoyama district.