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2020

Wireless Watch Japan debuted in 2001 as a weekly email newsletter, and since then the mobile industry has become essential to daily life worldwide. We were fortunate to be based at ‘ground zero’ in Tokyo and diligent in pursuing this space from the beginning. It’s been an honour and pleasure to serve! Can you imagine what it will be like in another 20 years from now?

Hopefully, we have your attention from past efforts and there is genuine interest for the next cycle, Beyond 2020.

While 5G and IoT (Ai-xR) tech. will continue to be key topics, we see a far larger story emerging from Japan. It’s likely you have heard of Industry 4.0, focused on digital and the enterprise — the Japanese approach goes well beyond, to Society 5.0. As with the mobile era here, we expect the core premise of this initiative will gain traction globally in the coming years. Please take a moment to review our new 5×5.wirelesswatch.jp website. Indeed, The ®evolution Continues. Yoroshiku!

Hope.. Joy.. Peace.. and Snow! Yoi Otoshi wo 良いお年を。https://t.co/bY3Aqz2c67

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) December 24, 2020

KDDI and JR announce Spatial Freedom Project, within TokyoYard area at new Takanawa station, as model for evolving urban areas around Japan focused on flexible workspaces and 5G mobility options for corporate customers and society at large [Jpn] https://t.co/3h0gV29EaX pic.twitter.com/qLSW7vfdWE

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) December 15, 2020

ANA is the Star Alliance partner carrier in Japan, they have just announced new cashless QR play, via Smart Code platform run by JCB, where members can both collect and pay w/air miles. See the dedicated website with campaign details via here [Jpn] https://t.co/wbYd3KtNhh pic.twitter.com/uqArONUEf3

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) December 12, 2020

Asahi Kasei recently introduced this flexible transparent RFID tag, using sub-micron printing process = very difficult to clone, to address the increasing demand for anti-counterfeit solutions. See dedicated page, with materials in English, here: https://t.co/lj3admMDlQ pic.twitter.com/tmAtpgwZfJ

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) December 9, 2020

Qualcomm & DoCoMo announce world 1st 5G in sub-6GHz enabling +4Gbps speeds. This carrier aggregation method combines 100 MHz in band n78 with 100 MHz band n79 to boost network capacity and is effective immediately on compatible devices. PR in English https://t.co/zpCDZZSTSW pic.twitter.com/13gQ6ky5dE

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) December 8, 2020

DoCoMo just announced new aggressive price plan under "ahamo" brand campaign. From March 2021, users on 4G~5G are entitled to 20GB data per month, roaming 82 countries, with unlimited volume of voice calls - up to 5mins each - for $30 month [Jpn] https://t.co/W1tHN1Yo1W pic.twitter.com/OCYbSL1Fq3

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) December 3, 2020

Konica Minolta will acquire Specim, an industry leader in electromagnetic imaging - with deep expertise in hyperspectral domain sensing input data from microscopic to aerial drones, Congrats! Details via PR here https://t.co/eCu19GSekP pic.twitter.com/G25VJojcn3

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) November 28, 2020

SoftBank Group just announced "Global IoT Plan" to extend 1-stop shop account service enabling clients smooth central access into 100 nations with flat rate package pricing at $1 per line/month plus 5¢ MB for data transfer. See details here [Jpn] https://t.co/7uIOxKLR3M pic.twitter.com/V8v01LrMNn

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) November 26, 2020

The Electromagnetic Engineering Lab at Aoyama Gakuin Univ. has developed new Ultra-High Density RFID tag prototype design, enabling instant data recognition in UWB frequency range, on 13x5mm area & penny scale unit cost target. Details here [Jpn] https://t.co/8K7QTlcsik pic.twitter.com/OYOjSop6Bq

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) November 20, 2020

Congrats Univ. Tokyo Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences on this 'Mobile-based traceability system for sustainable food supply networks' paper recently published @Nature - see announcement summary with overview material via here [Jpn] https://t.co/iyYiBMquOB pic.twitter.com/VALgDaunCe

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) November 16, 2020

Fujitsu and Univ. of Toronto develop world 1st megabit-class Digital Annealer for Ising machine to enable complex problem solving. This Quantum-Inspired leap is expected to address challenges from pharma research to self-driving cars, details here: https://t.co/LVtVL8WlvO pic.twitter.com/T5OxqcD2g4

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) November 10, 2020

The @GlobalNTT Innovation Summit will be virtual affair for 2020, running Nov. 17~20th, with an ambitious lineup of deep tech topics and industry leading in-house speakers. Registration is required, see program schedule overview via here https://t.co/hmt43wlCMU pic.twitter.com/kyOX3LiyuQ

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) November 5, 2020

KDDI just released solid 2Q results along with range of actions, from increased business and capital alliance with Toyota to new MVNO platform partner with SIN-based https://t.co/nXf3qOZSdi, access materials in English via here [pdf] https://t.co/JMHjBw19BE pic.twitter.com/IHLAerVERH

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) October 30, 2020

FYI-ICYMI: the recent @NTTResearch Upgrade2020 Virtual Summit event has 30 session videos online, amazing lineup of speakers and next-gen. deep tech topics, free registration required to access. See detailed agenda with program links to view here https://t.co/qYk6IB2WC4 pic.twitter.com/spAOTx4AZp

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) October 29, 2020

Konica Minolta, NEC and KDDI announce "Hybrid 5G Open Lab" at new Innovation Garden OSAKA Center, with local 5G license in place, for advanced R&D trials on AI and IoT tech with core focus on video imaging systems. Partner overview details here [Jpn] https://t.co/6kC1ZrCu0z pic.twitter.com/fryZjwt7wf

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) October 28, 2020

Solid profile spot on Founder and CEO of GMO @M_Kumagai via @GearoidReidy and crew @business with killer closing comment by 熊谷正寿.. さすがですね。https://t.co/PmubJPEj5x

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) October 15, 2020

Congrats to HapsMobile on latest Sunglider test flight marking world first success to deliver LTE connection from fixed-wing autonomous aircraft with historic video-link call. Details in English here: https://t.co/YLuyNClqlV pic.twitter.com/h5mheo6AzP

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) October 8, 2020

Fujitsu Transformation - FUJITRA - massive internal effort with $1Bn budget. See the corporate PR, in English, with Pdf materials for overview on target areas of this 'Ambitious Company-Wide' planned shift https://t.co/LlaAbuvXFm pic.twitter.com/h7xyGjPKu8

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) October 7, 2020

Congrats @Rakuten_Mobile on 5G launch, rolling world first NFV network, with UN-LIMIT-V plan priced at same $28-month as 4G package for all you can eat on-net data. See full details as announced in English via PR here: https://t.co/jylruf8dHC さすが!@hmikitani pic.twitter.com/xWF3T180wc

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) October 1, 2020

The Nikkei reported NTT will acquire 34% outstanding balance of DoCoMo shares, for estimated $38Bn, to make their telco unit a wholly owned subsidiary. Official comments "not decided" note Board of Directors meeting to be held today, updates to follow https://t.co/eUGzbToENx pic.twitter.com/jDjdxCzlDy

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) September 29, 2020

The legendary Tokyo Game Show event is running online only here this week; see their speakers program schedule overview, in English, with video streams freely available to view for all via Youtube https://t.co/zTG4dc9k6p pic.twitter.com/nO92EgBAEi

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) September 25, 2020

The 11th annual Japan IT Week Conference & Tradeshow runs as physical event, with online virtual option, at Makuhari Messe Oct. 28~30th. See dedicated 'Expo' fields including 5G, AI and IoT segments exhibitor and speaker details in English via here. https://t.co/pB4QhU0GCV pic.twitter.com/oiRxy8fZjM

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) September 21, 2020

Toyota and Honda R&D join on mobile power project, fully fitted fuel cell bus hauling huge H2 load, intended to deploy in disaster zones and large scale events generating "Energy for Everyone". See details, related specs and images, via PR here: https://t.co/clogbbfzWu pic.twitter.com/PBymHhHhY5

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) September 14, 2020

NTT Data and Japan Billboard Hot 100 ran trials using NeuroAI to analyse over 2,000 top chart songs released since 2016 to predict success trends and enable more accurate related style playlist suggestions. See RoboDJ overview details here [Jpn] https://t.co/18HlFfLSk6 pic.twitter.com/pEar3kF4or

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) September 8, 2020

SoftBank joins @NianticLabs Planet-Scale AR Alliance, as Launch Member, promising next-gen. exclusive 5G contents delivered via Real-World Platform claiming 1Bn downloads on mega hit titles Ingress and Pokémon GO. Press release in English here: https://t.co/EZ8if1YYCA pic.twitter.com/ghfLdxSY8g

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) September 2, 2020

KDDI announces Accelerate 5.0 dedicated to Society 5.0 R&D efforts with project focus fields on AI, IoT, Networks, Platforms, Robotics and xReality segments while working together with full range of partners from Enterprise to Startups. [Jpn-Pdf] https://t.co/oFrhWDcFmz pic.twitter.com/CMsGQ4SAFR

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) August 31, 2020

Sony to ship new high-precision Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver LSIs for use in IoT and wearable devices. These latest designs boast the industry's lowest power consumption for dual-band positioning at just 9mW. Details in English here https://t.co/P8bHWByu0d pic.twitter.com/0V5qvXBVFw

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) August 26, 2020

The annual CEATEC conference and tradeshow event runs online only Oct. 20th~23rd; note organizers have extended deadline for virtual booths registrations until Aug. 21st. See full briefing details, in English, with available packages offered [.Pdf] https://t.co/IMGOf01hm7 pic.twitter.com/dtNJLmzBCB

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) August 14, 2020

Redesigning Law and Architecture for #Society5 -- Study Group Report for New Governance Models. This thought provoking document released in July, long read material now available in English [Pdf] https://t.co/vJElaJEa6I pic.twitter.com/wvtvCcPmNs

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) August 8, 2020

KDDI issued invite to VR tour their new museum, planned grand open to the public this spring was delayed for obvious reasons reset to autumn date. Celebrating 150 year history of Intl. telecom in Japan, the virtual visit is freely available online here https://t.co/2TwgNhm68p pic.twitter.com/WHVZugz1kK

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) August 6, 2020

Sony, the Univ. of Tokyo and JAXA sign joint R&D project based on J-SPARC program. They will develop camera system to be remotely controlled from earth and deliver real-time images from space to people for perspective as if they were astronauts. [Jpn] https://t.co/E1L7KbAgYE pic.twitter.com/FzfDu611Z3

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) August 6, 2020

As we confirmed early May; Tokyo Game Show 2020 will be virtual event. Organizers setup dedicated online channel via Amazon for streaming sessions, exhibitor offerings, esport contests and merchandise sales. Most recent press release in English here [pdf] https://t.co/RRyTvuwiIu pic.twitter.com/uR41SN7yO1

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) July 30, 2020

Right about now, on original 2020 plan, people here would be primed for Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony this evening; a decade of effort, billions of hours & dollars spent, it was not to be. Put the noise aside for a moment and take this message to heart ❤️https://t.co/jwMgK0oU8l

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) July 24, 2020

See SoftBank promoting a virtual concert campaign, featuring Japanese boy band Arashi and their classic Love So Sweet hit song, fans can submit "5G Grand Chorus" sing along video for Reborn Classics event in August. Everyone is free to join, details [Jpn] https://t.co/439WN0bAbi pic.twitter.com/pJ0wq6VYb8

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) July 17, 2020

Hitachi just launched their "Origin Story" website celebrating 110-Years of history since the company was founded. Easy to navigate materials for time machine wander down memory lane, press announcement with related details here おめでとうございます!https://t.co/BGQ3f7ZslG pic.twitter.com/1L9imRBbDz

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) July 16, 2020

NTT and NEC confirm major business and capital alliance, with NTT contributing $600M for 5% stake in NEC, focused on further development of 5G networks for global markets. PR and related materials in English: https://t.co/684NhiODG8 pic.twitter.com/ZnRfEkf88h

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) June 26, 2020

NEC announces $10M investment in Canada-based D-Wave Systems for Hybrid Quantum R&D on applications and services with joint sales and marketing efforts. See overview details as released, in English, here: https://t.co/uwWws6RHFh pic.twitter.com/MxhNFrKql9

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) June 19, 2020

Rakuten and NEC detail their unique partnership efforts while announcing intent to bundle 5G core platform for global clients. This media webinar with key players was just released for public viewing today; Congrats to all.. interesting times ahead.. https://t.co/bQ6L3Hzj54 pic.twitter.com/HiffiC5sXD

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) June 3, 2020

HERE Tech. confirms Mitsubishi and NTT have completed their joint acquisition for 30% stake in the company. This strategic investment focused on global logistics, mapping and location data, is expected to further activities in APAC region. [Eng-PR] https://t.co/9Kxd23TF9i pic.twitter.com/Z0rFDjlGdW

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) June 3, 2020

Aeronext and ANA enter joint development business alliance for delivery drone logistics platform, multiple trials running in Japan this fiscal year with production and commercialization targeted for 2022 [Jpn] https://t.co/gSrBA4VaN7 pic.twitter.com/St8LUYolDc

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) June 1, 2020

Square Enix establishes new dedicated entity for next-gen "Entertainment AI" R&D based on their deep digital resources, working together with various potential colab partners - not just gaming, for 5G and xReality Futures [Jpn] https://t.co/mMcozQyGXR pic.twitter.com/ocwAp6rYu6

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) May 30, 2020

The revised Strategic Zones Act just passed new Super City amendment to establish #Society5 regulatory framework for finance, health, legal and transport (etc) in designated areas with focus on data capture for AI utilization. See simple overview [Eng-Pdf] https://t.co/0jC3cjSgkc pic.twitter.com/4IErbZN1xV

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) May 27, 2020

Noting @ExaWizards has secured "AI x HR" contract with SoftBank Group, beginning end of May, to have all new potential candidates remote video interview screened by machine analysis to improve recruiting efficiency [Jpn] https://t.co/2FtfJdSEXP pic.twitter.com/LQk1rqKTvf

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) May 25, 2020

DoCoMo, KDDI and SoftBank together with 7-major financial partners announced AirPost today, using RCS platform run by Toppan Forms - targeting secure data transaction services, with launch date set for June. See overview details here [Jpn] https://t.co/62a6bohkdP pic.twitter.com/nz3AsMYcZG

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) May 11, 2020

Congrats to MAKOTO team on news they have secured $6.5M for Stage-Up Fund, five LPs including KDDI Regional Initiatives, to build on their amazing startup support program efforts in Tohoku since 2011 with other areas in Japan [Jpn] https://t.co/8Pa83kybCt pic.twitter.com/VDWYdivBYI

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 30, 2020

SBI Holdings and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group just announced strategic capital and business alliance, noted SMBC will acquire 20% of Neomobile Securities, and establish LP fund targeting startups in 5G, AI, FinTech and Society5 segments [Jpn] https://t.co/xsrecURrfn pic.twitter.com/j3IgQsfc9p

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 28, 2020

See @ITU released Earth Day 2020 report call to utilize full range of 'Frontier Tech' from 5G and AI to IoT and Robotics (etc) to address Climate Change, following UN designated SDGs, essentially Society5 - PR here: https://t.co/NPMyQSUDcC pic.twitter.com/UNFupaTX70

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 23, 2020

The Super Drone Championship indoor race, organized by DoCoMo and partners, was held at Makuhari Messe on March 31st with expected crowds forced to watch event online. See overview details with final results via dedicated site here [Jpn] https://t.co/AI8LXDcjmk pic.twitter.com/MLUSgXSMWK

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 13, 2020

Congrats to Tokyo Institute of Technology and Idemitsu on debut of Collaborative Research Center in Yokohama, dedicated to material science R&D for next-gen. mobility and comms, under the new Open Innovation Platform. [Jpn] https://t.co/HTDaywemBJ ?????????????? ?? pic.twitter.com/gprI3JH8Xh

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 9, 2020

SoftBank Group confirms the completion of Sprint/T-Mobile merger, with 300M converted shares trading at $85 on depressed markets close, for roughly $26Bn value on their $20Bn acquisition in 2013. [Eng-Pdf] https://t.co/vrnSPxH405 pic.twitter.com/whfXGE6fAW

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 2, 2020

The Cabinet Office and related Ministries issue 'highly unusual' request for Japan telcos, plus Google-Yahoo platforms, to provide non-personalized data on all users location, search and texting details for tracking flow of potential COVID19 clusters [Jpn] https://t.co/Z9ws1hdiCj pic.twitter.com/HdjCKfgsJW

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 1, 2020

KDDI just announced dedicated '5G for Startups' program matching their 8Labo cohorts, 77 graduated companies since 2011, with current list 46 enterprise Alliance partners. The initial co-create project details noted via PR here [Jpn] https://t.co/991NzIovoj pic.twitter.com/SyUKSyHG6l

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) March 24, 2020

The Japan Deep Learning Assoc. is freely offering suite of Python learning courses as schools are closed.. AI = All Inside [Jpn] https://t.co/H5zFH9xPNJ pic.twitter.com/yKkvrxC2uh

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) March 16, 2020

SoftBank Creative just announced Free Manga for all the 'kids' who can't go to 'school' here in Japan this month.. :) https://t.co/LerIoomL9Q pic.twitter.com/UOE0wmZQrd

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) March 12, 2020

SoftBank 'virtual' press conference confirms 5G commercial launch on March 27th, announcing 4 handsets and trial plan for customers. No materials in English but this Youtube video has cc-captions enabled, suggest watching the AKB48 section at 2x speed.. :) https://t.co/JTwvWV9yq8 pic.twitter.com/iZtBPXCcCl

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) March 5, 2020

Tezuka Productions and partners debut major Ai-Manga project, dubbed Phaedon from Plato 'immortality of the soul', with first issue of 13 chapters published today by Kodansha. See press conference report here [Jpn] https://t.co/sSjLyw4M5f pic.twitter.com/egP3Gmg7gn

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 27, 2020

The Governor of Tokyo, NTT and University of Tokyo conclude private 5G agreement for R&D activities: the state, large enterprise and academia triple play = Society 5.0.. overview here [Jpn] https://t.co/rsZcxewP50 pic.twitter.com/Uwmss0ERqL

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 27, 2020

KDDI will open TIP Community Lab in Tokyo this spring, 1st in Japan, joining a global efforts on developing open source network protocols. Details in English: https://t.co/xfiCIuM5pw Meanwhile - Congrats @TelecomInfraP on GLOMO Award. pic.twitter.com/yRXqq2ysf4

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 26, 2020

NEC will be rolling 'Smart Street Lights' in Roppongi from late March. Designed by Motoko Ishii, the functions include; digital signage and speakers, tourist info and disaster messaging with crowd activity tracking cameras and 5G antennas, of course. [Jpn] https://t.co/iC2I9z4T82 pic.twitter.com/2pR3vuJbI5

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 25, 2020

Fujitsu secured Japan first license for a Private 5G Network, non-telco solution running in local closed areas, and will demo their solutions for corp. clients at new 'Collaboration Lab' from this spring, see press release in English via global HQ: https://t.co/nlmCrZVs9i pic.twitter.com/K6RJ0AhkPL

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 19, 2020

KDDI announced their 9th annual MugenLabo Day on March 24th will be virtual only, considering Coronavirus. Thankfully, they ran trial last year with local investee company, Kyoto-based Cluster, enabling 5,000 VR avatars to attend. Details here [Jpn] https://t.co/oZxJQ1Yj8y pic.twitter.com/frQ2n5p8Em

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 19, 2020

SoftBank announced their Q3 FY2019 earnings today; see results and presentation materials, with video-link for the analyst briefing event including details on upward guidance, in English now available via here: https://t.co/pwttx0axi5 pic.twitter.com/Vr0xuPMe8L

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 7, 2020

Enabling mm-wave signal for LTE standard 4G devices, at distances of up to 700 kilometers with data at speeds up to 1Gbps, the solar-powered HAWK30 project takes another step towards the 'stratospheric cell tower' deployment goal. PR in English: https://t.co/twNG0RU8w3 pic.twitter.com/uCHepagloU

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 6, 2020

The FSA will participate in upcoming 5th annual FIN/SUM event March 9/10th. The Blockchain Global Governance Conference, as declared during G20 in Osaka last year, will extend their continued efforts in this domain. Announcement details in English here: https://t.co/MmIEoPUKvI pic.twitter.com/PDdSRd20vS

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 5, 2020

VISA x LINE for Tokyo 2020 Olympics, complete with Blue Team and Red Team colour scheme, see program details here [Jpn] https://t.co/S2ioneifRv pic.twitter.com/OCGYQhY70P

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) January 31, 2020

DoCoMo released technology concept brief for 6G as they target to begin providing services by 2030. Estimating this next iteration will push most 5G metrics by another 10x factor, it seems that 'evolution' future has holographic potential. [Jpn] https://t.co/LpdwgaX3FK pic.twitter.com/ydsCCKj0UA

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) January 23, 2020

The annual DoCoMo R&D Open House runs Jan. 23/24th at Tokyo Big Sight, always interesting event, see the exhibition line-up and conference presentation schedule details via here: https://t.co/4SyX1vzbMo pic.twitter.com/infSyEHEBC

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) January 21, 2020

Lets Eat Chocolate with Robots.. and HaloLens of course! See the Open Lab team @miraikan together with Univ. of Tokyo issued invite for free event to have fun 'learning' chat with Nao there next weekend, project overview details [Jpn] https://t.co/wyZxMBq7T1 pic.twitter.com/frRQ8JCjDt

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) January 20, 2020

Celebrating 40th Anniversary of Mobile Suit Gundam; the full-scale model, standing 18M tall, will be on display - and taking first steps - in Yokohama from this summer. Details on the project in English via here: https://t.co/GeQ68tOSDr pic.twitter.com/4unE09NhW3

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) January 20, 2020

Our 1st Tweet of 2020, touting the Future of Mobility, Congrats @Sony on the VISION-S concept car unveiled at CES.. details here: https://t.co/9PWRjRc4Mu pic.twitter.com/TU37RJOVSp

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) January 7, 2020

The Ministry of Land, Infra and Transport [MLIT] announced Plateau; new 3D Map platform, with mission plan to enable massive data inputs across full range of #Society5 cyber physical segments for 50 cities in Japan. Project overview details [Jpn] https://t.co/PBYpqx9jOD pic.twitter.com/qWZP3kxr4C

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) December 23, 2020

Sony rolls new Amue Link device and platform, for parents to keep tabs on kids by both voice and GPS locations, unlimited monthly use and unit fees about $10 as incentive bundle for their Nuro Fiber to home service. Video and details via here [Jpn] https://t.co/Fm2MrJorEK pic.twitter.com/3SvjvucPF4

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) December 12, 2020

Putting an end to worst kept secret in enterprise Robot world; Hyundai confirms it will acquire Boston Dynamics from SoftBank Group, on estimated value of $1Bn with SBG retaining 20% stake, financial terms not disclosed. See PR in English via here: https://t.co/vV4rIVW3jj pic.twitter.com/klckkmKEnL

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) December 11, 2020

Graduate School of Frontier Sciences at Univ. of Tokyo joins with Bridgestone, DENSO, NSK and ROHM in advance R&D focus on Dynamic Wireless Power Transfer systems, for SDGs under Open Innovation IP licensing platform, over next 3-yrs. Details [Jpn] https://t.co/Yg77sXBB1u pic.twitter.com/OodYttEFcu

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) December 8, 2020

After 6-Yrs and +5Bn Km voyage #Hayabusa2 has returned capsule w/samples collected on Ryugu asteroid. Amazing effort by JAXA & partners on this mission - for 2nd time & still only space nation to execute that task #はやぶさ2 おかえり、おめでとうございます。https://t.co/qJ8KoVLzDV pic.twitter.com/FVzz0ROuD6

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) December 6, 2020

SoftBank just announced 5G coLab at Gundam Factory in Yokohama, with series of activities featuring xR experiences of that 18M (60ft) tall megabot machine in real world motion for those unable to attend, see details via dedicated website here [Jpn] https://t.co/EeXVeVyFW3 pic.twitter.com/IznhlgnlWL

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) November 30, 2020

The KDDI Museum and Art Gallery officially opens on Dec. 1st, with exhibits ranging from historical to the modern era with hands-on peek at the future, the integration of communication and design. Full details, with reservation calendar, here [Jpn] https://t.co/2TwgNhm68p pic.twitter.com/hYFqSkoA5O

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) November 27, 2020

NEC Visionary Week, formally iExpo, runs online 1~4th of Dec. with sessions from AI to vRAN and special feature on Habayusa2. See planned schedule & speaker lineup, plus digital exhibit section, with free online registration all in English via here: https://t.co/hcuIfcaqdL pic.twitter.com/P4oXHPJPdB

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) November 23, 2020

Carbon Dioxide occurs naturally, vs Carbon Monoxide, human anthropogenic: GOSAT-2 (aka: Ibuki-2) is the first and still only purpose built satellite able to distinguish, measure GHG levels for global warming, see initial results just released [Jpn] https://t.co/xsnqTqTxhg pic.twitter.com/uCrVn6eLdM

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) November 18, 2020

SoftBank Group posted the English version of their recent Q2/1H results live webcast briefing, with @masason in fine form - his presentation with Q&A runs about 100mins, watch video on-demand via here: https://t.co/thrRaMLlvM pic.twitter.com/u6elqubuJ3

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) November 12, 2020

Based on strategic partnership announced spring 2019, KDDI confirms Nreal Light XR smart glasses go on sale here Dec. 1st at retail price approx. $650 offset by Ponta Points and compatible with latest Sony and Samsung 5G handsets. Details [Jpn] https://t.co/aVbXmOXL9O pic.twitter.com/qCmCnQ5Fwe

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) November 10, 2020

SoftBank Group announced Q2 results for operating period through Sept. 30th with 1H revenue +2% and income +7% while net earnings dipped -4% YoY. See full details in English via IR material online here [Pdf] https://t.co/iFIZRxjqBo pic.twitter.com/BqVfKXSo4Z

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) November 4, 2020

DoCoMo 1H results for 2020 show operating profit at $5Bn, +5% YoY bump, with drop in revenues offset by lower costs. See overview on activity by segment, in English, via IR dept. release here [Pdf] https://t.co/qNq1F78PUa pic.twitter.com/rxEjF4Qd2Q

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) October 30, 2020

MIC has released new "Action Plan" for Japan telcos to lower rates by increased competition, from simplified customer contract pricing to reduced MVNO usage fees and MNP costs, based on multiple internal Working Group reports. Overview [Jpn-Pdf] https://t.co/j5rN5aqLE7 pic.twitter.com/08SAfCbxZ2

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) October 28, 2020

The Tokyo 5G Booster Project gets underway with three key partners now confirmed, each expected to support five startup companies dedicated to delivering advanced platform product on budget of approx. $1M annual over 3-year term, details here [Jpn] https://t.co/o9HBCX5iwH pic.twitter.com/rYz6S9X1KP

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) October 16, 2020

Congrats to DENSO on IEEE Milestone award for QR Code! https://t.co/XW7oD8XLdR pic.twitter.com/0efbPJOtZB

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) October 8, 2020

Huge Respect to Japan Post on new slick cyber-physical offer: Magosha Letter enables digital youth to create & send personalized postcard to senior family members, connecting generations, win-win-win [Jpn] https://t.co/gngvlmtMCS pic.twitter.com/9tfkYw6TOz

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) October 8, 2020

The 9th Annual SoftBank World event is running online only here in late October. See solid lineup of Global Tech speakers scheduled & some 70 breakout sessions planned, with free registration to attend virtually, via dedicated website here [Jpn] https://t.co/aEcvKuDtHi pic.twitter.com/iyJAZVQPCG

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) October 1, 2020

It's official; NTT announced 3,900円 offer per DoCoMo share, 40% premium over 09.28th close, worth $40Bn. Expect competitors push back on monopoly power of fully integrated incumbent. Initial details, bridge loan finance & future plans here [Jpn] https://t.co/ePSUDABO6U pic.twitter.com/d2HwmISr8C

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) September 29, 2020

KDDI cut the ribbon for Grand Open on their new Ginza 456 flagship store today with the dedicated Augmented Experience space on B1F offering immersive action. Details here [Jpn] おめでとうございます。https://t.co/4ZGmnvaUIa pic.twitter.com/VEAfTaNf4O

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) September 26, 2020

ICYMI.. Sony introduced their Xperia 5II Compact handset, with seriously impressive feature set based on their 5G Flagship model announced earlier this year, at sub $1,000 price point. See the dedicated page with full details in English via here: https://t.co/cOpE89m8yY pic.twitter.com/k1AGm84fqB

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) September 23, 2020

KDDI marks 20th Anniversary in October, with AU brand debut in November 2000, and they have just rolled this fun quizz campaign with 20 questions to award just one iconic infobar golden trophy. Congrats and Good Luck to all.. details here [Jpn] https://t.co/SJhtYQBsPd pic.twitter.com/lL59VoQS6q

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) September 15, 2020

SoftBank Group confirms ARM sale agreement with Nvidia for $40Bn value in cash and shares, subject to usual regulator approvals, ending weeks of rumors and bumping their share price 10% as markets opened in Tokyo. Details as announced in English here [Pdf] https://t.co/uTHruJIghx pic.twitter.com/V2tpdP4chE

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) September 14, 2020

New paper via Ministry, read: authoritative, includes survey data noting 28% has/will have 5G phone by end of 2021, while over 60% report no plan to upgrade even by end of 2022. Topics range from 'droid vs. iOS to IoT, MVNO and FTTH market share; what else would you like to know? pic.twitter.com/ihJXch9L0Y

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) September 3, 2020

Fujitsu confirms agreement to sell their FJP consumer retail division, with 110 DoCoMo locations operating nationwide, to Sumitomo owned T-GAIA for approx $250M with deal closing date early November. See the announcement details in English here: https://t.co/7HOxFqOPLS pic.twitter.com/jsl8iFn855

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) September 1, 2020

SoftBank Group will sell 1/3 of their 62% stake in Corp. Mobile division for $12Bn based on current share price. Following aggressive strategic plan, Defense = Cash, race to liquidity has already secured the initial $40Bn target. Details as announced [Pdf] https://t.co/vK9cp39Yd5 pic.twitter.com/PlK0WCzlND

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) August 29, 2020

MUFG issued call to apply for their 4th LEAP OVER accelerator program, with Post-Covid theme, focused on AI, IoT and Robotic SMEs to address Life, Work and Community segments. Overview details here [Pdf-Translated] https://t.co/6e8PVDHgEG がんばりましょう!@Murc_Digital pic.twitter.com/QXSs4MHg7X

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) August 25, 2020

Rakuten announced their Q2 fiscal results yesterday, with solid YoY gains for digital platforms during these unusual times, noting they confirmed 1M subscribers since launch of full MNO service. See presentation materials, in English, via here [Pdf] https://t.co/ia3U2YRBCh pic.twitter.com/gppjort4uC

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) August 12, 2020

DENSO, FANUC, Fujikoshi, Kawasaki, Mitsubishi and Yasukawa, the major robotic OEMs in Japan, just announced new ROBOCIP colab platform to pool resources within univ. labs for next-gen. basic research targeting wide scope of applied fields [Jpn-Pdf] https://t.co/hzII0ZZNeQ pic.twitter.com/fv1RK69RMT

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) August 7, 2020

Congrats Beyond AI on official debut, with $200M budget via SoftBank for 10-year plan, embedded at the Univ. of Tokyo. They will conduct basic & applied research with sharp focus to commercialize IP under Collaborative Innovation Partnership system [Jpn] https://t.co/xCmdChlZtv pic.twitter.com/cdEJzGbiW2

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) August 6, 2020

KDDI announces integrated tv shopping with drone delivery service goes live today in Nagano. Operated by local community; citizens in this remote area can place orders via dedicated channel, with payments added on their monthly cable bill, details [Jpn] https://t.co/uAM2mPryIV pic.twitter.com/85pYdmozCl

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) August 5, 2020

DoCoMo and the Tokyo Women's Medical University will begin remote surgery trials via 5G from October; the 'Smart Cyber Operating Theater' will relay multiple 4K and 8K video streams to offsite specialists for viewing and feedback in realtime. [Jpn-Pdf] https://t.co/R4UXL8ksvI pic.twitter.com/9H1u4WRvBv

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) July 28, 2020

KDDI will begin sales today of this hybrid 4G 5G WiFi router produced by Sharp; the intro. plan runs about $50 per month, including 80Gb data transfer, on four year contract. See related details on specs etc. here [Jpn] https://t.co/V2pAUlR6j5 pic.twitter.com/oq9XVEEgYH

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) July 21, 2020

The ICT Research Institute report on Intl. mobile data pricing plans, with related speed and quality comparisons, see avg. fees by country in Yen from left to right: Japan, US, England, France, Germany and South Korea. Full survey results here [Jpn] https://t.co/PvXxYrBq0x pic.twitter.com/ZzFDQyW0b6

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) July 16, 2020

Fujitsu announces Digital Transformation plan for 80,000 staff in Japan who will primarily work on remote basis with est. 50% reduction in office space by FY2022. See their 'New Normal' details in English here: https://t.co/riXkKjl4tK pic.twitter.com/5YRzFHeohP

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) July 7, 2020

Thrilled to see Hitachi spin-out the Happiness Planet platform, led by Yano-sensei, we've been big fans for years! The PR in Japanese: https://t.co/Sw3rbHkDQJ and overview, in English, via global website here https://t.co/iNowbkIiSQ 素晴らしいですね、おめでとうございます! pic.twitter.com/KL5orFmotD

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) June 29, 2020

Beyond 5G, targets 100Gbs scale speed, advanced R&D on small sized high gain antenna design for THz over 300GHz spectrum announced by Gifu Univ. with colab partners at NICT, SoftBank and TSU. The team will present results at EuCAP2020 this month [Jpn-Pdf] https://t.co/TmkNWIa9sL pic.twitter.com/K4FAQlwaVZ

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) June 18, 2020

KDDI and Itochu (CTC) just announced Ai Chatbot service platform for RCS messaging, we noted they will offer free initial trial campaign from July through the end of this year. See PR overview with further details via here [Jpn] https://t.co/aEX0RsVC8o pic.twitter.com/yibHNO8qAV

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) June 10, 2020

The beloved annual RoboCup competition, scheduled for early October in Aichi, becomes yet another live event victim of the virus with organizers decision to postpone until Nov. 2021. Brief announcement in English here: https://t.co/rsJHH7yOZC pic.twitter.com/erRVA8iKGw

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) June 3, 2020

The annual Infinity Ventures Summit summer edition, usually held in Kobe, will be an online affair this year. Targeting 60 sessions, with 100 speakers, and center stage LaunchPad pitches, indeed: Game Change [Jpn] https://t.co/sAP3kpibST pic.twitter.com/1fPhHBO5EJ

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) June 2, 2020

RoboHon has been recruited for front desk work at BnB with remote staff alerted upon guest arrival to assist with check-in process by video call.. suggest 'maybe' security guard required for any potential botnappers.. [Jpn] https://t.co/CeZo8Fcf1P pic.twitter.com/CLaivMweQh

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) June 1, 2020

The annual Android Bazaar Conference Spring event, running virtual event via Youtube - all day 05.30th, see the agenda and free registration joining details via here [Jpn] https://t.co/Oe55mQehov ????! #abc2020s pic.twitter.com/e7mEmjoL6w

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) May 29, 2020

DoCoMo, M3 Inc. and Sony announce collaborative project to enable VR experiences for medical patients with limited access to the outside the world. Initial study includes virtual travel and remote family content to improve users emotional QoL [Jpn] https://t.co/Jem1nWTqhg pic.twitter.com/gtkRYiS26P

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) May 26, 2020

Impressive collection of partners announce Virtual Shibuya 5G Entertainment Project, as new company, with kick-off event on May 19th featuring plenty of VR-DJ and Ghost in the Shell themed contents freely available to registered attendees. PR details [Jpn] https://t.co/Kt4DqIyEgw pic.twitter.com/SZOEGUudOI

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) May 15, 2020

Lead organizer of @Tokyo_Game_Show just announced their 30th anniversary event, scheduled from 09.24, will be restricted to online participation only. It will be interesting to see how they manage alternate expo, expect further details by end of May [.PDF] https://t.co/DAvD8hjkfQ pic.twitter.com/MqUkp8u1u7

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) May 8, 2020

See Upgrade Reality @NttResearch inspired by pioneers from Jenner on vaccines to Wright Brothers and birth of the Internet, closes on biological digital twin. Their R&D labs focus in Quantum, neuro-science, photonics, cryptographic and medical informatics. https://t.co/yLnyZpDkpf pic.twitter.com/UEbhshLuJa

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 29, 2020

Fujitsu confirms deal with JAXA for FX1000 Supercomputer, running 19.4 petaflops or +5x current JSS2 system, as one of the fastest machines in the world. See future operations plan, including AI processing R&D, with related overview details in English here https://t.co/04YQzxdd7J pic.twitter.com/p8BcBr9JO5

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 24, 2020

KDDI adds B2B SaaS segment under their Open Innovation Fund with investment just announced for the RPA cobit platform provided by BizteX - congrats @Mitsu_Shimada and his team - details here [Jpn] https://t.co/U6sejE2hgB pic.twitter.com/lS5A6gFHXk

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 20, 2020

Congrats @teTra_aviation on winning $100K Pratt & Whitney Disruptor Award at GoFly contest sponsored by Boeing, seems none of the global teams managed to satisfy specs required for $1M Grand Prize, details here: https://t.co/ZHG6YHebMO pic.twitter.com/ihBNc8xdTH

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 10, 2020

Rakuten officially launched their Mobile Network Operator service in Japan today, Congrats to all there who have been working very hard on this migration from top MVNO player, interesting times ahead.. [PR-Eng] https://t.co/aZMrO787pA ?????????? @hmikitani_e pic.twitter.com/mxfRuUQKEZ

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 8, 2020

The Japanese Business Federation (Keidanren) just released this Society5 promo video 'Creating our future with digital technology'.. as we've noted via our 5x5 Project website, interesting times ahead https://t.co/RToFMoiwhi pic.twitter.com/3WyKholSp5

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 1, 2020

SoftBank and KDDI just announced they have established 50-50 JV company, 5G Japan, to collaborate on rural 5G development, including the design, build and manage of shared base station network.. [Jpn] https://t.co/dAEcmJRgEl pic.twitter.com/ngEawIT0ZV

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) April 1, 2020

DoCoMo introduced their 5G handset lineup with 7 models, with 1st two ready to roll out on network debut March 25th, full product and planned services materials, in English, here [73-pages .Pdf] https://t.co/Tg5iuGI7T1 pic.twitter.com/73BrX3n5UT

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) March 20, 2020

KDDI just announced their debut 5G press conference, under the Unlimited World tagline, will be held online March 23rd from 10am JST [Jpn] https://t.co/vhiH5fRjuw pic.twitter.com/nww9QNwoxf

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) March 16, 2020

See @ABEJA_Inc report survey results on tracking 700 retail locations for foot traffic, in store visitors and sales down, by avg. nearly 40% compared with same period year on year. [Jpn] https://t.co/DTpgrdA9lg pic.twitter.com/KVzVwsjYjj

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) March 12, 2020

Basically, this new promo video from DoCoMo shows that 5G will Rock.. in a classical way.. 😎 https://t.co/eZzrRzQifM pic.twitter.com/tqAVMJM9Eh

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) March 2, 2020

Watch Kishida-san introduce new Sony 5G Xperia flagship Mark-II and Pro models, featuring real Zeiss-T* optics and setting the benchmark for best in class imaging handsets, in what would have been his keynote presentation at MWC.. https://t.co/ypnXYgmVwS pic.twitter.com/94Evm3MlRx

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 27, 2020

The new Sharp Aquos R5G handset, claiming impressive specs with huge IGZO display, 8K camera and 12GB of RAM, was unveiled here in Tokyo. See their dedicated website with all the details via here [Jpn] https://t.co/kFVerImIyg pic.twitter.com/lUc4JiWb2B

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 27, 2020

The au Design project joins Media Ambition Tokyo series of upcoming events with this 5G AR demo at their Shibuya location, it seems the available booking slots are almost full, despite 'virus' concerns.. [Jpn] https://t.co/mtjF4q4hN7 pic.twitter.com/5K1oqmYCRG

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 25, 2020

Tokyo Game Show just released details for their annual conference and exhibition, running Sept. 24/27th 2020, celebrating the 30th anniversary with an est. 300K guests! Let the Games Begin.. [English .Pdf] https://t.co/6DLm51ptZZ pic.twitter.com/2u0WHSjBHy

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 21, 2020

Great to see SoftBank adopt LIMEX Bio Bags, alternative to plastic made with Limestone, for all their shops with annual replaced estimate of 5.5M units and 40 tonnes of waste. Congrats to Yamasaki and his team, further details via TBM website here: https://t.co/aMtCIvtqBo pic.twitter.com/OfPLp2tizQ

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 19, 2020

It's our great pleasure to announce: Mobikyo Beyond 2020. Hopefully, we have your attention from past efforts and there is genuine interest for the road ahead. Please take a moment to review our new website, indeed, The ®evolution Continues. Yoroshiku! https://t.co/KwRAvqDUxI pic.twitter.com/x5NuhP7Xx8

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 12, 2020

The annual RoboDEX conference and trade-show, running concurrently with the Wearable and Smart Factory Expos, is set for Tokyo Big Sight next week. Over 700 booths and nearly 300 presentations scheduled, see overview details in English here: https://t.co/Kt2N5GLUc7 pic.twitter.com/TIzoSh4Jsv

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 7, 2020

The Legacy Tech Conference event running here tomorrow, noting +500 tickets sold, with interesting topic sessions and speakers lineup plus startup pitch battle from 5pm.. [Jpn] https://t.co/aeSHirVcLq pic.twitter.com/Q82UDrePLc

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) February 6, 2020

Huge Respect for SoftBank on the TOMODACHI Leadership Program, supporting students from post-quake Tohoku areas, with about 1,000 participants since 2012 launch spending 3-weeks at Berkeley. Details for the 2020 campaign just announced here https://t.co/S1Vfq0Dt0W pic.twitter.com/3UcdBC0GfV

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) January 31, 2020

KDDI just released their 3Q results, showing continued steady growth, the live stream IR broadcast gets underway in about 1-hour from now. Meanwhile, see presentation materials in English via here: https://t.co/LV6oHRuNun pic.twitter.com/HR95P4Ph5Q

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) January 31, 2020

Congrats to KDDI on hitting the 10-Million connected IoT devices threshold as of 2019. From the early M2M days of 2001, it appears about half of that growth came over the last few years, it will be interesting to see that number again in 2025. [Jpn] https://t.co/HqvaauW7mJ pic.twitter.com/DbA0vpiH85

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) January 23, 2020

The University of Tokyo and IBM announced the Japan-IBM Quantum Partnership and will open the world's first Quantum System Technology Center on the Hongo campus. Details here [Jpn] https://t.co/joRmRcXXzM pic.twitter.com/OTfm0JM6MH

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) January 21, 2020

Noted Mixalive VR Theatre project, live stage performance fusion with VR, supported in part by KDDI. This show is scheduled to run in the classic, newly renovated, Sunshine Cinema building in Ikebukuro from March 19th [Jpn] https://t.co/YJyRdLXWS4 pic.twitter.com/uCMqmRLgMr

— Mobile in Tokyo (@Wireless_Watch) January 20, 2020


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