March 23, 2026

Special Feature 1:

Securing energy sources amidst global turmoil
---JERA’s struggles with ongoing LNG procurement---

Special Feature 2:

Nitto Denko Corporation
New technologies created by all employees working together
---Taking the top global position in multiple niche markets, becoming a trillion-yen company---

News in Depth:

Three consecutive attempts to launch small rocket Kairos fail
---Restrictions faced by private company rocket programs caused by the bureaucratic mindset---

News in Depth:

Childcare leave for men: dual barrier to longer leave
---Despite 40% of eligible men taking leave, 60% of them take less than a month---