JR West has unveiled multifunctional railway maintenance machinery, including a heavy-duty single-arm robot and a mass-produced humanoid robot, as part of efforts to address labor shortages and reduce workplace accidents in railway maintenance operations. (News On Japan)

Japan's H3 rocket successfully launched the Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) spacecraft from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture on the morning of October 20th, placing the probe into its planned orbit in the first stage of a mission to collect samples from one of Mars' moons and return them to Earth. (News On Japan)

Subaru unveiled experimental vehicles equipped with a new driver assistance system on October 18, introducing technology that can automatically guide a vehicle to a safe roadside location when the driver becomes incapacitated, with plans to introduce the system in production models by the late 2020s. (News On Japan)

Japan will launch its H3 rocket No. 10 from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture at 4:41 a.m. on October 20, carrying a spacecraft designed to collect rocks and sand from Phobos, one of Mars' two moons, and return them to Earth in what would be the world's first successful mission of its kind. (News On Japan)

Finding a reliable plumber can be a daunting task for homeowners, especially when emergencies arise and quick action is required. Many are turning to online portals like Plumber.com for their plumbing needs. (News On Japan)

One of Japan's largest digital technology exhibitions, CEATEC 2026, opened in Tokyo on October 13, drawing attention to advances in artificial intelligence designed to combat cyberattacks and improve rescue operations at disaster sites, with 821 companies and organizations showcasing their latest innovations over four days. (News On Japan)

Plumbing leaks can be a homeowner's nightmare, causing water damage, increasing utility bills, and leading to costly repairs if not addressed promptly. (News On Japan)

Plumbing emergencies can disrupt the comfort and safety of your home in unexpected ways. From sudden leaks to persistent clogs, these issues often require immediate attention to prevent further damage. (News On Japan)

Facing a sewer emergency can be one of the most daunting experiences for any homeowner. From unexpected backups to noticeable foul odors, the signs of a sewer problem usually indicate a need for immediate action. (News On Japan)

In an era where water conservation and home safety are paramount, integrating smart technology into Leak Detection systems offers significant advantages. (News On Japan)

For homeowners, dealing with plumbing problems can be a daunting task, especially when they arise unexpectedly. (News On Japan)

In the realm of home maintenance, dealing with drainage issues can be a recurring challenge for many families. Blocked drains not only disrupt daily routines but can also lead to more severe plumbing problems if not addressed promptly. (News On Japan)

Construction of an underground tunnel for Japan's Linear Chuo Shinkansen in Tokyo's Shinagawa Ward is expected to remain suspended for at least another six months after damage was discovered in several components of a large tunnel boring machine, according to Central Japan Railway (JR Central). (News On Japan)

A series of cyberattacks has disrupted business operations and exposed millions of customer records across Japan, with a ransomware attack on a cloud service provider affecting 495 companies and local governments nationwide, while convenience store operator Lawson has disclosed a separate breach involving more than 2.15 million personal information records. (News On Japan)

Humanoid robots capable of stocking shelves, managing inventory, packaging products, and serving customers in more than 20 languages were showcased at an international retail industry event in Tokyo on October 8, highlighting the growing potential of artificial intelligence to transform store operations as Japan struggles with chronic labor shortages. (News On Japan)

The ransomware group Qilin, accused of carrying out repeated cyberattacks against companies including Asahi Group Holdings, has warned that attacks targeting Japanese companies and government agencies could increase after a suspected core member was detained in Osaka and extradited to Germany. (News On Japan)

Tokyo University of Science professor emeritus Kenzo Soai has been awarded this year's Nobel Prize in Chemistry together with French chemist Henri B. Kagan for discoveries that transformed scientists' understanding of how chemical reactions can favor one of two mirror-image forms of a molecule. (News On Japan)

A core member of the international ransomware group Qilin was detained in Japan and handed over to German authorities, according to people familiar with the case, as Japanese companies and institutions face a growing wave of cyberattacks that has exposed nearly 15 million pieces of personal information this month alone. (News On Japan)

Miresso, a Japanese startup backed by trading house Mitsui & Co., has announced the start of construction of a facility to produce beryllium, a rare metal essential for nuclear fusion power generation, with plans to manufacture 100 tons annually, equivalent to about one-third of current global production. (News On Japan)

A woman in her 50s with severe heart failure underwent what was described as the world's first surgery using commercially available iPS cell-derived heart muscle sheets at an Osaka hospital on September 29, marking the first practical use of the regenerative treatment. (News On Japan)