Japan starts self-driving bus’ test runs in’ Tokyo.The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has kicked off its test runs of a self-driving bus, as Japan seeks driverless services and autonomous public transportation solutions.The self-driving bus, capable of cruising at speeds of up to 50 kilometers per hour, was introduced on Monday as the tests started, amid efforts […]

Business confidence up among Japan’s big manufacturers.Confidence among Japan’s largest manufacturers rose as business conditions improved for the second-straight quarter, a key survey showed Monday.The Bank of Japan’s closely watched quarterly Tankan survey is considered the broadest indicator of how Japanese businesses are faring. Business confidence up among Japan’s big manufacturers It reports the difference […]