Japan’s major annual electronics show kicked off Tuesday in tandem with a mobility show at the same venue in the first joint trade fair to boost collaboration between the sectors. The cohosting of the Combined Exhibition of Advanced Technologies and Japan Mobility Show Bizweek comes as the boundary between tech and auto companies is increasingly blurred as vehicles become more connected and autonomous with high-tech software. The organizers said they hope the joint event will spur more cross-industry activities to drive innovation. Artificial intelligence is one of the main themes of the trade…