TOKYO, May 8. /TASS/. The Japanese government plans to send an economic mission to Russia on May 26-27, the Kyodo news agency reported, citing sources.

According to the media outlet, companies such as Mitsui, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and Mitsubishi may join the delegation, led by the country’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.

Earlier, Kyodo reported of Tokyo’s plans to send an economic delegation to Russia but the report was denied by the Japanese authorities.