The road less taken

Article Abstract:

It is becoming increasingly common for ordinary people in Japan to play an active role in managing their finances. Most Japanese have traditionally simply held their savings in deposits paying low rates of interest, but they are now seeking more attractive alternatives. Some are turning to foreign institutions which are offering higher-yielding financial products such as investment trusts and stocks. There are already 15 foreign investment companies active in Japan, and foreigners were managing more than $15 billion worth of funds in Japan as of Nov 30, 1997.

Personal Financial Mgmt, Financial planning, Personal finance

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At home abroad

Article Abstract:

The Japanese film industry is enjoying a revival as a result of the international success of the work of young directors such as Shinya Tsukamoto. These directors are not necessarily aiming their films directly at foreign audiences, but have an awareness that foreign recognition may be necessary for domestic success. It is becoming increasingly widely recognized in the Japanese film industry that international marketing can be extremely important.

Motion picture & video production, Motion Picture Production, Motion Picture and Video Production, Motion picture industry, Movie industry, Movie production

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Green machine: Japanese companies set their sights on trash

Article Abstract:

Sales of garbage processors that can recycle organic household waste in Japan have increased due to the increased concerns about the harmful effects of dioxin, a by-product of plastics incineration. Over 100 Japanese companies have launched devices, including Matsushita Electric Industrial with its Kitchen Waste Processor and Sanyo Electric's Gomi Nice, and many municipalities offer subsidies for electric waste processors.

Equipment and supplies, Waste disposal equipment, Refuse and refuse disposal, Waste management, Organic wastes

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