Jupiter Telecommunications (J:COM), the largest multiple system operator in Japan has acquired 97.9 per cent of the total outstanding shares in the Jyohoku New Media. As a result of the purchase, Taito Cable Television has now become a consolidated subsidiary of J:COM.

J:Com said that it expected the deal to expand its reach in the area to over 20 per cent.

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