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Haneda Airport is testing a touchless fingerprint authentication system for international travelers, aiming to streamline entry procedures and enhance security. This innovative technology captures a photo of the fingertip using a camera, eliminating the need for physical contact and potentially preventing terrorism and other criminal activities.

Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has announced a plan to export 350,000 tons of rice in 2030, a significant increase from the 45,000 tons exported in 2024. This move is aimed at preventing future rice shortages in the country, which has been grappling with the issue due to a steady reduction in rice acreage.

Autonomous construction technology developed by Kajima Corp is tackling labor shortages in Japan by efficiently building the Naruse Dam in Akita Prefecture. Fueled by AI insights and unmanned heavy machines, the site has surpassed previous national records and offers a timely solution as the construction industry faces severe worker decline due to an aging population.

Seven & i Holdings, the Japanese operator of the 7-Eleven convenience store chain, has appointed its first foreign CEO, Stephen Dacus, to lead a major restructuring of the company. The move comes after a tumultuous six months that began with a $47 billion takeover bid from Canadian Circle-K operator Alimentation Couche-Tard (ACT).

Japan Airlines has become the first airline to operate an international route with a riblet-shaped paint coating on its aircraft, inspired by the skin of sharks. This innovative technology is projected to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions significantly, marking a significant step towards environmental responsibility in the aviation industry.