Honda to open first new Japan plant in 49 years

Plans for the new Honda factory in Yori were first unveiled in July 2010. The plant will use more efficient technology and allow Honda to consolidate production of compact models such as the Fit, its top seller in Japan. (HONDA)

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Anna Mukai

February 27, 2013 05:00 AM

TOKYO (Bloomberg) -- In July, Honda Motor Co. is planning to do something it hasn't done for almost 50 years: open a car factory in Japan.

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