Major Japanese trading firms are making inroads into the growing market for online video streaming.
Mitsui & Company is taking a 51-percent stake in the Japanese affiliate of Tastemade, a US video network that offers food- and travel-related programming to an online audience.
The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way many people purchase cars and to reflect this, Nissan Canada has launched an all-new virtual platform that allows shoppers to visit a specially made showroom (slash production studio) from the comfort of their own home.
Back in the day, gaming consoles were designed to do just one thing, and that is to play games. These days, consoles are viewed as more than just for gaming, but for entertainment in general, which is why sometimes you can find apps that let you watch videos, chat with friends, and so on.
In fact for the upcoming PS5, Sony has confirmed on its PlayStation Blog that the console will come preloaded with streaming apps. This includes Apple TV+, Disney+, Spotify, Netflix, Twitch, and YouTube. For subscription based streaming services like Apple TV+, Disney+, and Netflix, you will of course need a subscription in order to access the contents.
"Chichibu de Buchichi," an original animated short offered by Seibu Railway Co., is now streaming on the company's official website.
Set in Chichibu, Saitama Prefecture, and featuring voice actress and Chichibu native Tomoyo Kurosawa, the anime is aimed at promoting the charms of the city and its surrounding areas.