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AI-Powered Fitting Mirrors and 3D Avatars: Transforming Retail Experiences with New Technologies

Jan 20 (News On Japan) - This year, "NRF Retail’s Big Show," a prominent event in the U.S. retail industry, took place in New York. Known as one of the world's largest retail trade expos, the event attracted over 1,000 companies from various countries and drew 40,000 attendees.

The exhibition showcased groundbreaking technologies poised to revolutionize the retail industry. This report focuses on innovations from startups that aim to transform both in-store operations and consumer experiences, including AI-powered fitting mirrors and highly detailed 3D avatars.

Source: テレ東BIZ

Cherry Blossom Season Begins in Nagoya, Slightly Behind Schedule

Cherry blossoms began blooming in Nagoya on March 26th, according to an announcement by the Nagoya District Meteorological Observatory, two days later than the average year but two days earlier than last year.

Osaka High Court Rules Ban on Same-Sex Marriage Unconstitutional

In an appeal case challenging the government's refusal to recognize same-sex marriage, the Osaka High Court ruled on March 25th that the current legal framework is unconstitutional, overturning a previous lower court decision.

Tokyo Court Orders Dissolution of Unification Church

The Tokyo District Court on March 25th ordered the dissolution of the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification, formerly known as the Unification Church, following a request from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.

Dementia Becomes Leading Cause of Death in Japan

In a striking finding from one of the world's longest-living nations, dementia has overtaken all other causes of death in Japan.

Yellow sand from China's deserts observed in Osaka, western Japan

Weather officials in Japan say yellow sand from China's desert regions has reached the Japanese archipelago. (NHK)

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