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Tokyo 2020 Bid Venue Judges Named
Lord Norman Foster, the designer of Wembley Stadium, is on the panel that will judge participants in the contest to remodel the venue for Japan’s 2020 Olympic bid, according to a press release issued on 20 July.
The Great British Brand Sale
NTT Invests in London Data Firm, Classic Food Labels Bought, Bank Sells EMI to Sony, Mitsui to Buy BP StakesNews in Brief
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Tesco Offers Soba and Sushi Basics
Tiger Tiger wanted to exploit the recent rise in popularity of oriental food and strengthen their presence in Tesco’s world food aisle.
New Soft Drink Goes on Sale
A British-themed beverage produced by Schweppes has been launched in Japan, according to a press release issued on 11 June.
Royal's Scotland Studies
Princess Mako will study at the University of Edinburgh from September, the Asahi Shimbun reported on 3 June.
British Spider-Man in World Premiere
The latest Spider-Man film premiered in Tokyo with British actor Andrew Garfield playing the lead role in 3D, the Yomiuri Shimbun reported on 14 June.
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Japan's oldest clock and new internet rules set to hit the country.
Harry Potter Draw for Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan, located in Osaka, will build Asia’s first The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Issey Miyake Honoured
Top honours in the fashion category at the Design Museum of London Design Awards went to Issey Miyake and his “Reality Lab” team.
New Ethical Jeans to Be Sold in Tokyo
A husband-and-wife team is set to launch a new venture designing and making high-quality premium jeans to be sold in Japan and the UK.
Heathrow, Haneda and Narita Win Awards
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, home of British Airways, has been voted the World’s Best Airport Terminal by airline travellers at the 2012 World Airport Awards.
MP to Visit Japan over Education
Shadow Secretary of State for Education Stephen Twigg said England’s schools should take lessons from Japan and Far East nations on how to improve performance.
North England Can Be Global Nuclear Supplies Hub
The UK is on its way to becoming one of the world's leading nuclear manufacturing hubs.News in Brief
A lingerie firm's reach expands, the British buying groceries in bulk, and a soccer star plans a big move.
Global Demand for “Made in Britain” Shoes
The British Footwear Association (BFA) has teamed up with Pure London, the UK’s largest trade fashion show, to provide an opportunity for new footwear labels to launch their collections.
Narita Chiefs Visit Stansted
Senior executives from Narita International Airport visited London Stansted Airport for lessons about how the world’s best airport for low-cost airlines operates.
Londoners Lap Up Nitrogen Ice Cream
Aki Matsushima caused a stir in MasterChef, the BBC TV competition for amateur cooks, with her unique ice cream.
Whistleblower Woodford Named Person of the Year
It's been an interesting year for Michael Woodford whose image has fared much better than that of his former employer, Olympus, in the wake of a scandal that laid Japanese business practices bare.
Lady Thatcher Film Launched
Lady Margaret Thatcher to be brought to screen by an American actress formidable in her own right.
Designer's Long Ties with Japan
Four-time British Fashion Awards winner Sir Paul Smith has a love affair with Japan that has lasted three decades.
New Nissan to be Built in North-East
Nissan plans to build 100,000 Invitation cars per annum at its north-east UK plant creating new jobs in the process.
Marking 50 Years of The Rolling Stones
In June, Suntory Liquors Ltd. will release a line of alcoholic beverages commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Rolling Stones.News in Brief
London comes to Ginza, new international university rankings are in, and fresh nuclear protests rise up in Wales in the aftermath of the Fukushima disaster.
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Hello Kitty: English or Japanese
A controversy is brewing about Hello Kitty’s citizenship.
JV to Make Fuel-cell Systems
Hulu to Show BBC Films
TV personality Cristel Takigawa appeared at a British Embassy Tokyo press conference to announce that Internet streaming service Hulu had reached a video distribution deal with the BBC.
Cumbria Complains about Olympics
Firms in the Lake District, popular with Japanese tourists, claim the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games is damaging business.
