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Direct flights between Stockholm and Tokyo to launch next year

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 08:24:34 +0100

From 2020, it will be possible to fly direct between Stockholm's Arlanda airport and Tokyo for the first time in decades.

Swedish, Japanese PMs condemn North Korean missile tests

Sun, 09 Jul 2017 17:06:46 +0200

North Korea’s nuclear and missile testing is a violation of UN resolutions and a threat to global peace and security, Sweden’s prime minister Stefan Löfven and Japanese counterpart Shinzu Abe said after discussions between the two during Abe’s visit to Stockholm.

Sweden's Crown Princess Victoria on solo trip in Japan

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 19:21:55 +0200

Crown Princess Victoria has kicked off a four-day tour of Japan to discuss sustainability.

Spotify launches new karaoke style streaming in Japan

Thu, 29 Sep 2016 13:32:22 +0200

Online music giant Spotify said on Thursday it is launching a streaming service in Japan with a karaoke twist. The country is the world's second-biggest music market but one still dominated by compact discs.

'Japan inspired us to make a drink for Swedes'

Mon, 24 Aug 2015 09:09:51 +0200

Three years ago, four international students in Stockholm invented a drink to improve concentration. Italian-born Lukas Von Grebmer explains how they went on to co-found a company that's proved to be thirsty work, but highly rewarding.

Swedish officials confirm scout has meningitis

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 16:47:00 +0200

Swedish health officials have said that a girl is in serious but stable condition after contracting meningitis at a world scouting gathering in Japan.

Japan, North Korea kick off talks in Stockholm

Tue, 27 May 2014 09:13:00 +0200

North Korea and Japan wrapped up a first day of talks in Stockholm on Monday, with the fate of Japanese nationals kidnapped decades ago by Pyongyang said to top the agenda.

'A guy wearing a dress is not a sexual thing': Yohio

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 18:15:00 +0100

Swedish teen pop star Yohio sings in Japanese, dresses like Lolita, and plays guitar like Hendrix. The Local's David Landes finds out more about why most Swedes haven't heard of him – until now.

Swedish roe to be served in Tokyo eateries

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 12:52:00 +0100

Vendace roe from the Bothnian Bay in the north of Sweden, the only Swedish product currently with an EU-protected designation of origin, is being launched as a delicacy in top notch restaurants in Japan.

Ljungberg agrees to bumper Japanese deal

Sun, 28 Aug 2011 11:29:00 +0200

Swede Fredrik Ljungberg is reportedly set to become the best paid footballer in the Japanese league after signing for Shimizu S-Pulse.

Volvo profits up, cautious on outlook

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 18:50:00 +0200

Sweden's Volvo Group, the world's second-largest truck maker, reported strong second quarter earnings Friday but kept its forecasts unchanged on caution at the global economic outlook.

'Leggy' Swedes have no advantage: coach

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 09:23:00 +0200

Sweden coach Thomas Dennerby is playing down suggestions that the Japanese will be at a height disadvantage when playing the "long-legged" Swedes for Wednesday's semi-final in the women's World Cup.

Swedish Scania to start operations in Japan

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 10:55:00 +0200

Scania, a major Swedish automotive manufacturer of commercial vehicles such as heavy trucks and buses, has established a sales and service company in Japan, signalling changes with their alliance to Japanese truck and bus manufacturer Hino.

Volvo upbeat despite Japan impact warning

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 16:24:00 +0200

Swedish truck maker Volvo Group reported strong first quarter earnings on Wednesday, although the firm warned that the Japan disaster could impact its second quarter.

Japan thanks Swedes for their support

Sun, 10 Apr 2011 13:07:00 +0200

The Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan has sent thank you letters to the countries that supported their nation following the 9.0 mega-thrust earthquake and subsequent tsunami disasters.

Sweden launches review of nuclear security

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 16:47:00 +0200

Security at Swedish nuclear power stations is set to undergo a comprehensive review, the nuclear industry and the Radiation Safety Authority (Strålsäkerhetsmyndigheten - SSM) announced on Wednesday.

Radiation reaches Sweden from Japan

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:00:00 +0100

Radioactivity from Japan’s earthquake-hit nuclear power plants has reached Sweden, but the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority (Strålsäkerhetsmyndigheten) says the levels recorded do not pose any danger to people or the environment.

Swedish musicians to 'Jam For Japan'

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 11:09:00 +0100

Several Swedish musicians have agreed to take part in “Jam for Japan”– a Sunday-afternoon jam session being organized to raise money for Japanese earthquake and tsunami relief, contributor Anita Badejo discovers.

Sweden to check Japan food imports for radiation

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 13:11:00 +0100

Sweden is to follow an EU recommendation to check all Japanese food imported after the March 11th earthquake, the National Food Administration (Livsmedelsverket) announced on Wednesday.

Swedish tents save lives at stricken nuclear plant

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 16:38:00 +0100

Swedish-made equipment is being used in the rescue operation at the Japanese nuclear plant Fukushima and surrounding areas.