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Gizmodo is pleased to introduce its new Tokyo bureau chief, Yongfook. Many of you may be familiar with his work as a crappy Japanese snack food critic. He will now be turning his tastebuds to consumer electronics. His first report is from the opening the Xbox 360 lounge in Harajuku. more
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Tokyo ... has various shopping and entertainment districts, each of which is known for specialties and unique product offerings. If you're looking for good buys unique to Tokyo, consider top of the line electronics, or crafts such as bamboo, Japanese dolls, kimono and obi, and paper lanterns.
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In April 1990, Hewlett-Packard opened a corporate research laboratory in Tokyo, following the laboratories in Palo Alto, California, and Bristol, England. Hewlett-Packard Laboratories Japan (HPLJ) employs around 20 researchers working in the areas of mobile infrastructure.
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In recent days, Japanese automakers have been releasing the details of concept cars to be unveiled at the upcoming 2007 Tokyo Motor Show (October 26 to November 11). Here is a roundup of some of the more fantastic designs.
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Highway bus services link Tokyo to other cities, resort areas and the surrounding prefectures. There are JR and private bus companies. Bus service may be cheaper, but the train is probably more convenient. If you have a JR pass, then you should generally stick with the trains.
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