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TOKYO -- Asahi Soft Drinks Co. on July 1 launched a three-month pilot project for its "Calpis faucet," letting people serve themselves the company's popular beverage by opening a spout.

The Calpis faucet container is placed at Hotel Vison in Taki, Mie Prefecture, from July 1 through Sept. 30. It is available for free as a welcome drink at the hotel lobby.