As Tesla Talks About Going Smaller, Honda's First All-electric Car Is Already There

As Tesla talks about going smaller, Honda's first all-electric car is already there

UTSUNOMIYA, Japan — Many automakers are betting on sedans and SUVs in the switch to electric cars. And Tesla is only now realizing that it needs a cheaper, smaller hatchback for overseas markets. But Honda already has that car, deciding smaller is better for its first-ever all-battery EV.

The Honda e was released in Europe earlier this month. It's an upscale, compact model meant solely for city driving. That contrasts with Tesla, whose Model 3 sedan dominates the battery EV market, and others such as Audi AG and Hyundai that are focusing more on SUVs with long driving ranges.

Tokyo Infections 'have Spread To All Generations'

Tokyo infections 'have spread to all generations'

Experts say the situation of coronavirus infections in Tokyo is serious as the virus has spread to all generations and through diverse routes.

The Tokyo metropolitan government on Thursday held a meeting with the infectious disease experts to assess the situation. They agreed to maintain the highest level of alert on the four-tier scale for the capital for the third week in a row.

Universal Studios Japan Opens Doors To All

Universal Studios Japan opens doors to all

One of Japan's favorite theme parks is lifting its entry restrictions to allow anyone from around the country to come and visit.

Universal Studios Japan in Osaka began reopening on limited basis in June. It had been closed since the end of February.

All Venues Secured For Next Year's Olympics

All venues secured for next year's Olympics

NHK has learned that organizers of the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics have secured all venues for the games, which were postponed to next year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The organizers had been in talks with owners of the 43 venues, the athletes' village and other facilities.

2020 Honda Pilot Black Edition: We Test All Its Interior Storage

2020 Honda Pilot Black Edition: We test all its interior storage

Everything you're about to see and read about the 2020 Honda Pilot and its interior storage applies to every trim level. However, this test was conducted on the new, range-topping Pilot Black Edition, which as the implies, blacks out virtually all exterior trim and makes the wheels black. Inside, since everything's awfully black to begin with, red is added to the seats and center console tray/cover.

To fully immerse myself in the mindset of a Black Edition owner, I dressed entirely in black (also, why not?) and brought along some suitably black beverage containers to fill the 16 cupholders. Oh and my wife's black purse. She's not using it these days anyway; didn't notice it was gone. 

Nagasaki To Test All Crew Members Of Cruise Ship

Nagasaki to test all crew members of cruise ship

Officials in Nagasaki Prefecture, western Japan, plan to carry out coronavirus tests on all the crew members of a cruise ship docked at the port.

The Italian-registered Costa Atlantica is at the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries shipyard for repairs. Of the 623 crew members, 61 who showed symptoms were tested, and 34 were confirmed to have the virus.

State Of Emergency May Be Expanded To All Of Japan

State of emergency may be expanded to all of Japan

Japan's government is considering expanding coverage of a state of emergency over the coronavirus outbreak to the entire country.

The government is set to ask its advisory panel of experts for opinions on Thursday before a formal decision is made by a coronavirus taskforce.

What If Maison Book Girl Put All Of Their Energy Into Idol Activities?

What if Maison book girl put all of their energy into idol activities?

Maison book girl have revealed a "parallel version" music video for their song "my cut." 

This song was included in the group's first album "bath room" released back in 2015. The "parallel version" video was created as a part of their program 'Maison book girl / Dual' on WOWOW PLUS MUSIC. With the concept, "What if Maison book girl put all their energy into idol activities?" the members express their image of an idol through the video. idomin was in charge of the choreography.

Tokyo Governor: All Depend On Citizen's Behavior

Tokyo Governor: all depend on citizen's behavior

Tokyo Governor Koike Yuriko has said whether the coronavirus can be contained will depend on how people behave after a state of emergency is declared, and urged citizens to stay at home.

Koike made the comment during a press conference on Monday evening, when she called for unity among Tokyoites to overcome the difficulties.