日本巨头，承认数据造假

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the ongoing issue of data falsification among Japanese companies, leading to a significant trust crisis in "Made in Japan" products, affecting various industries including automotive, steel, shipbuilding, and chemicals [5][15]. Group 1: Recent Incidents - On June 26, 2024, Japan's Ministry of Defense suspended Kawasaki Heavy Industries from participating in bidding for two and a half months due to the company's admission of falsifying fuel efficiency data for submarine engines [1]. - In 2024, multiple incidents of data falsification were reported, including Toyota's parts supplier Toyota Automatic Loom Works, which was found to have data manipulation in three car engines [16]. - IHI Corporation announced in April 2024 that a subsidiary had falsified fuel efficiency data for over 4,000 engines since 2003 [16]. Group 2: Historical Context - In 2017, Kobe Steel admitted to falsifying product data, affecting hundreds of companies across various sectors, including automotive and aerospace [7]. - Mitsubishi Electric was found to have been falsifying inspection data since around 1985, impacting approximately 84,000 products, including train air conditioning systems [9]. - In 2022, Hino Motors was involved in a scandal regarding falsified engine emissions and fuel consumption data [11]. Group 3: Broader Implications - The series of scandals has raised concerns about the loss of craftsmanship spirit in Japanese manufacturing, which was once synonymous with high quality and affordability [15]. - The trust crisis has led to significant repercussions, including large-scale vehicle recalls and public apologies from executives of affected companies [16].