Japan's 'omotenashi' culture can offer an edge in the AI age

Anticipating people's needs will become a critical business skill

Dec 28 (Nikkei) - Automation is coming for almost everything we do. By 2030, generative artificial intelligence will replace 2.4 million jobs in the U.S. alone, one forecast predicts. For those who remain employed, AI could impact 40% of their working hours.

Rising Prices Hit Japan's Festivals: Ice Shavings and Goldfish Scooping Costs Surge

The impact of rising prices is being felt at summer festivals, with essential items like ice shavings and goldfish scooping seeing significant price increases.

Japanese Women’s Life Expectancy at 87.14 Years, Men’s at 81.09 Years

Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare have announced the average life expectancy for Japanese people last year, with women having an average life expectancy of 87.14 years, and men 81.09 years, both about half a month higher than the previous year.

Air Con Thefts 'Not Cool'

Theft of air conditioner outdoor units has surged as Japan's heatwave continues, leaving some businesses unable to run critical cooling systems.

Second Death of Hyogo Prefectural Employee Uncovered

As power harassment allegations against the governor of Hyogo Prefecture continue to swirl, it has been revealed that another prefectural employee has passed away, with the prefecture delaying a formal announcement of the death by 3 months.

Osaka Tops Japan's Urban Power Rankings

Osaka has topped the 'Japan Urban Power Rankings' for the fourth consecutive year. Conducted by Mori Building's think tank, the ranking evaluates 136 cities across Japan in six categories, including economy, culture, and environment.

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NTT's AI-Powered Contact Center

As concerns over labor shortages and customer harassment grow, NTT Communications has announced the development of a next-generation contact center utilizing domestic generative AI known for its strong Japanese language processing capabilities.

AI Wave Hits Sports Equipment: Japan's Largest Exhibition Opens

Japan's largest sports-related companies' exhibition SPORTEC has opened, showcasing the latest technologies utilizing artificial intelligence (AI).

How Big Is Japan’s Crypto Market in 2024?

In 2024 Japan's market, for currencies is set to experience growth with an estimated 500,000 active cryptocurrency traders by the year's end.

Japan's Crypto Trading Population to Reach 500K in 2024

The population of cryptocurrency traders in Japan, the world's fourth-best economy, is expected to rise from 350,000 to 500,000 by the end of this year.

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