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Main news(2021/01/08)


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U.S. December employment statistics Decrease in employment for the first time in 8 months Employment environment continues to be severe

2021-01-08 23:46:00
Last month's employment data for the United States was released, and non-farm payrolls fell for the first time in eight months. It has been shown that the employment environment in the United States is still in a difficult situation due to the re-expansion of the new coronavirus infection.

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Automakers cut domestic production one after another Impact of shortage of semiconductors

2021-01-08 23:00:00
Automakers have decided to reduce domestic production one after another. Due to the global shortage of semiconductors, procurement is becoming difficult, and there are concerns that the impact will be prolonged.

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[Domestic] 78 deaths, the largest number of new coronas, 7882 confirmed infection (22:00 on the 8th)

2021-01-08 22:57:00
On the 8th, 7882 cases were announced nationwide so far, setting a new record high for 4 consecutive days. In addition, the death toll is the highest at 78. Of these, 19 died in Osaka, 10 in Hokkaido, 7 in Aichi, 7 in Tokyo, 7 in Kanagawa, 6 in Saitama, 5 in Hyogo, and 3 in Fukuoka. 2 people in Tochigi prefecture, 2 people in Shizuoka prefecture, 1 person in Mie prefecture, 1 person in Miyazaki prefecture, 1 person in Miyazaki prefecture, 1 person in Gifu prefecture, 1 person in Iwate prefecture, 1 person in Hiroshima prefecture, It was announced that a total of 78 people died, one in Shizuoka prefecture, one in Kumamoto prefecture, one in Fukushima prefecture, and one in Tottori prefecture. The number of people confirmed to be infected in Japan is 274,883 including airport quarantine, and the number of passengers and crew on cruise ships is 712, for a total of 275,595. A total of 3976 people died, including 3963 people infected in the country and 13 people on board the cruise ship.

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Tokyo Corona 2392 Infection confirmation person in charge "It seems to be the same scale on the 9th"

2021-01-08 22:50:00
On the 8th in Tokyo, it was confirmed that 2392 people, the second largest number so far, were infected with the new coronavirus, and the person in charge of the city said, "It seems that the number of people on the 9th will be the same as on the 8th." I'm talking to you. On the other hand, the number of seriously ill patients as of the 8th, which was calculated based on the Tokyo standard, was 129, the highest number ever. The city also revealed that seven people with confirmed infections had died.

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Tokyo Corona 2392 Infection confirmation person in charge "It seems to be the same scale on the 9th"

2021-01-08 22:50:00
On the 8th in Tokyo, it was confirmed that 2392 people, the second largest number so far, were infected with the new coronavirus, and the person in charge of the city said, "It seems that the number of people on the 9th will be the same as on the 8th." I'm talking to you. On the other hand, the number of seriously ill patients as of the 8th, which was calculated based on the Tokyo standard, was 129, the highest number ever. The city also revealed that seven people with confirmed infections had died.

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Impact of the new corona 1 in 10 small and medium-sized enterprises will reduce personnel

2021-01-08 22:42:00
NHK conducted a questionnaire in collaboration with the major life insurance company "Dai-ichi Life" to investigate how the spread of the new coronavirus is affecting small and medium-sized enterprises. From the voices of about 18,000 small and medium-sized enterprises, it became clear that the decrease in sales extends not only to the hospitality industry but also to all industries, and if the impact continues, it is necessary to take measures such as reducing the number of employees. However, it was a difficult situation, with about 1 in 10 companies.

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Yamanashi Prefecture New Corona New 36 people confirmed infection A total of 712 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 22:18:00
Yamanashi Prefecture and Kofu City announced that a total of 25 men and women under the age of 10 to 80s living in the prefecture have been confirmed to be newly infected with the new coronavirus. With this, the number of infection confirmations announced on the 8th was 36 in total, the highest number of infection confirmations announced per day, and the total number of infection confirmations in the prefecture was 712.

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Tokyo Olympics Para IOC Committee "I can't be sure it will be held"

2021-01-08 22:17:00
Regarding the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics scheduled for this summer, a member of the IOC = International Olympic Committee interviewed the British public broadcaster BBC and was convinced that it could be held as scheduled due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection. He showed his own idea that he could not.

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First Friday after the declaration In the downtown area, restaurants are closed at 8 pm

2021-01-08 22:13:00
On Friday night, the first time after the state of emergency was declared, many restaurants in downtown Tokyo began to close at 8 pm.

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Saga New Corona A total of 24 people confirmed to be infected A total of 566 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 22:10:00
According to Saga Prefecture, it was confirmed on the 8th that 16 new people were infected with the new coronavirus. With this, 24 people have been confirmed to be infected in the prefecture, including the 8 people already announced, and the number of infected people in Saga prefecture per day exceeds 23 on January 4, which is the highest ever. I did. A total of 566 people have been confirmed to be infected in Saga Prefecture.

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Record heavy snow Jet stream meandering and polar vortex are factors Meteorological Agency

2021-01-08 21:45:00
The influx of extremely strong cold air is causing record heavy snowfall in various parts of Japan. Regarding this factor, the Japan Meteorological Agency has pointed out that in addition to the meandering of the "jet stream", a large-scale cyclone southward with cold Arctic air called the "polar vortex".

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Inappropriate response by acquiring US third-party certification such as Kyocera chemical materials

2021-01-08 21:42:00
Kyocera, a major electronic component manufacturer, revealed that there was an inappropriate response to submit different samples when obtaining certification from a third-party organization in the United States for six products such as chemical materials used in semiconductor products. Did.

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10 basketball women's W league Hitachi players infected with new corona

2021-01-08 21:41:00
The Women's Basketball League has announced that 10 Hitachi High-Tech players have been tested positive for the new coronavirus.

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Nankai Trough Evaluation Study Group "No particular changes were observed"

2021-01-08 21:31:00
The regular study group, which evaluates the possibility of a large earthquake in the Nankai Trough, summarized the view that "no particular changes have been observed."

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Tokyo New Year Budget Tokyo tax revenue decreased by about 400 billion yen Corporate profits deteriorated

2021-01-08 21:21:00
The initial budget for the new fiscal year and 2021 of Tokyo is that while corporate profits will deteriorate due to the spread of the new corona virus infection, the city tax revenue will decrease by about 400 billion yen, while additional expenses for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics will be added. Expenditures are expected to increase, and the total amount of the general account is expected to be the second largest in the past.

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Extension of request for shortening business hours in 5 cities in Okinawa Prefecture Additional 2 cities

2021-01-08 21:20:00
As the infection of the new coronavirus continues to spread, Okinawa Prefecture will extend the request for shortening business hours to restaurants in five cities until 31st of this month, and will also newly target Miyakojima City and Ishigaki City. I decided.

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Prime Minister Suga instructed to cooperate with the governor who receives reports on the infection situation in each region

2021-01-08 21:18:00
On the night of the 8th, Prime Minister Suga met with Minister for Economic Revitalization Nishimura and Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Tamura at the Prime Minister's official residence over measures against the new coronavirus, and received reports on the infection situation in various places such as Osaka Prefecture.

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Arrested a suspected man who sent a wallet "attached coronavirus"

2021-01-08 21:16:00
A 36-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of disrupting his business, alleging that he had sent a wallet to a school corporation in Tokyo saying that he had "attached the new coronavirus". No virus was detected in the wallet, and the Metropolitan Police Department is investigating it as a malicious mischief.

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Tottori's new corona killed 1 person for the first time Infection confirmed 162 people in total in the prefecture

2021-01-08 21:05:00
Tottori Prefecture announced that one person who had been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus died on the 8th. This is the first time that a person infected with the new coronavirus has died in Tottori prefecture. In addition, Tottori City announced that it was confirmed that a man in his 40s who visited from outside the prefecture was newly infected with the new coronavirus. As a result, a total of 162 people have been confirmed to be infected in Tottori Prefecture.

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Osaka Prefecture New Corona Newly confirmed 654 infections

2021-01-08 21:03:00
Osaka Prefecture announced on the 8th that it was confirmed that 654 new people were infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. The bulletin stated that there were 655 people, but I corrected it. As a result, the number of people confirmed to be infected in the prefecture is 33,273. In addition, it announced that a total of 19 men and women in their 60s and 100s infected with the new coronavirus have died. The number of people announced on the 1st exceeded 14 on the 14th of last month, the highest number ever. The number of people who died from being infected with the new coronavirus in Osaka Prefecture is now 656.

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Impact of heavy snow and wind on schools 1 elementary school student injured 1129 schools closed in 17 prefectures

2021-01-08 21:01:00
The impact of heavy snow and wind on school sites. In Fukuoka Prefecture, one elementary school student who was attending school fell and was injured, and 19 schools in Akita and Niigata prefectures suffered damage such as roof damage and fallen trees. In addition, the impact is spreading, with a total of 1129 schools closed in 17 prefectures.

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Request to refrain from going out from tomorrow Miyazaki The cooperation fee for shortening business is 40,000 yen a day

2021-01-08 20:59:00
In order to curb the spread of the new coronavirus, Miyazaki Prefecture will start requesting all citizens of the prefecture to refrain from going out from the 9th. Of these, regarding the shortening of business hours, we decided to expand the scope of requests to all restaurants, including those that do not serve alcohol, and double the amount of cooperation money to 40,000 yen a day. ..

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Police investigate whether he was involved in a man's death in a house Tochigi Nikko

2021-01-08 20:55:00
After noon on the 8th, an elderly man was found dead with blood bleeding from his head in a house in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture. The man is an acquaintance of a woman who lives in this house, and police are investigating the situation in detail, suspecting that he was involved in the incident.

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Heavy snowfall in Hokuriku and Niigata Over 10 days, snowfall will increase on the Sea of ​​Japan side of northern and western Japan

2021-01-08 20:35:00
In Hokuriku and Niigata prefectures, it snows heavily and the amount of snow is increasing rapidly. It is expected that the snow will fall intermittently over the 10th, mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side from northern Japan to western Japan, and the amount of snow will increase further, so be wary of the impact on traffic and be careful about accidents and power outages during snow removal. ..

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Heavy snowfall in Hokuriku and Niigata Over 10 days, snowfall will increase on the Sea of ​​Japan side of northern and western Japan

2021-01-08 20:35:00
In Hokuriku and Niigata prefectures, it snows heavily and the amount of snow is increasing rapidly. It is expected that the snow will fall intermittently over the 10th, mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side from northern Japan to western Japan, and the amount of snow will increase further, so be wary of the impact on traffic and be careful about accidents and power outages during snow removal. ..

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New Corona Tochigi Prefecture To talk to request "state of emergency"

2021-01-08 20:25:00
Tochigi Prefecture has decided to consult with the government to request the issuance of a state of emergency in response to the rapid increase in the number of people infected with the new coronavirus.

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Kobe City Doctor Chairman "Strict measures are required to prevent the number of patients from increasing"

2021-01-08 20:16:00
Regarding Hyogo Prefecture's policy to request the government to issue a state of emergency together with Osaka and Kyoto, Takashi Okishio, chairman of the Kobe City Medical Association, told NHK on the 8th, "If you can issue it a little earlier. It was good, but I am very grateful for the medical association. We need to take strict measures to prevent the increase and release of new patients. "

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State of emergency Declaration 1 Tokyo and 3 prefecture courts continue trials in principle Thorough infection prevention measures

2021-01-08 20:14:00
In response to the state of emergency, the courts in each of the three prefectures have decided that it is necessary to maintain the function as a judicial institution, and as a general rule, do not postpone the trial and continue the trial work while thoroughly implementing infection prevention measures.

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Chiba Prefecture New Corona 455 Infection Confirmation Most Updated for 4 Consecutive Days

2021-01-08 20:12:00
The number of newly infected people with the new coronavirus announced on the 8th in Chiba prefecture was 455, exceeding 400 for the second consecutive day. As a one-day announcement in the prefecture, we updated the record high for four consecutive days.

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Ehime Prefecture requests shortening of business hours Matsuyama's liquor service restaurants

2021-01-08 20:09:00
As the infection of the new coronavirus spreads, Ehime Prefecture has requested restaurants that serve alcoholic beverages in Matsuyama City to shorten their business hours for about two weeks from January 13 as a new infection countermeasure. did.

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Wind and snow affect highways and air flights

2021-01-08 20:06:00
Due to the influence of snow and wind, traffic is being closed on highways in various places. According to the Japan Road Traffic Information Center, traffic is closed at 8:30 pm ▼ Kyushu Expressway ▼ Nagasaki Expressway ▼ Oita Expressway ▼ Higashi Kyushu Expressway ▼ Chugoku Expressway ▼ Sanyo Expressway ▼ Hokuriku Expressway Road ▼ Tokai Hokuriku Expressway ▼ Joshinetsu Expressway ▼ Ban-etsu Expressway All are some sections. In addition, chain restrictions and speed limits are enforced in various places. Expressway companies check the latest information on their websites, etc., and are calling on them to install winter tires and chains and drive at a reduced speed.

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20 "Mitsubishi Space Jets" Contract Canceled First after reduction of development

2021-01-08 20:03:00
"Mitsubishi Aircraft" has announced that the contract for 20 domestically produced passenger jets, "Mitsubishi Space Jet," has been canceled with an American leasing company. This will be the first contract cancellation since the decision to significantly reduce the development system of Mitsubishi Space Jet.

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Aichi Prefecture New Corona 7 people died A total of 263 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 20:01:00
Aichi Prefecture has announced that two men in their 60s and 80s, who had been confirmed infected with the new coronavirus, had died by the 7th. On the 8th, Nagoya City and Okazaki City announced the deaths of 5 people in total, and the total number of deaths in the prefecture was 7. This brings the number of infected people who died in Aichi Prefecture to 263.

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Hiroshima Prefecture New Corona 1 child infection confirmed 3953 people in total in the prefecture

2021-01-08 19:58:00
Hiroshima City has announced that it has been confirmed that one elementary school child is infected with the new coronavirus. This brings the total number of confirmed infections in the prefecture to 3953.

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Kagoshima Prefecture New Corona New 32 people confirmed infection A total of 1189 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 19:57:00
Kagoshima Prefecture and Kagoshima City announced on the 8th that 32 new cases of coronavirus infection have been confirmed so far. This brings the number of infected people confirmed in Kagoshima Prefecture to 1,189.

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Tokyo New Corona 7 dead 2392 Infection confirmed 129 Severely ill

2021-01-08 19:55:00
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government announced on the 8th that it has confirmed that 2392 people, the second largest number so far, are infected with the new coronavirus. As of the 8th, the number of severely ill patients was 129, which was the highest ever. The city also revealed that seven people with confirmed infections had died.

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Tokyo New Corona 7 dead 2392 Infection confirmed 129 Severely ill

2021-01-08 19:55:00
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government announced on the 8th that it has confirmed that 2392 people, the second largest number so far, are infected with the new coronavirus. As of the 8th, the number of severely ill patients was 129, which was the highest ever. The city also revealed that seven people with confirmed infections had died.

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Chiba Prefecture New Corona 455 Infection Confirmation Most Updated for 4 Consecutive Days

2021-01-08 19:52:00
The number of newly infected people with the new coronavirus announced on the 8th in Chiba prefecture was 455, exceeding 400 for the second consecutive day. The number of infected people announced in the prefecture reached a record high for four consecutive days, bringing the total number of infected people announced in the prefecture to 13,338.

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Electricity usage rate in some areas 99% Severe electricity supply and demand due to cold weather

2021-01-08 19:50:00
Due to the cold weather, electricity demand has increased for eight days, and the supply and demand of electricity has become severe, with usage rates rising to 99% in some areas. Electric power companies are striving to secure a stable supply by increasing the operating rate of thermal power plants and accommodating electric power.

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Kumamoto Prefecture New Corona 101 new infections confirmed 2283 in total in the prefecture

2021-01-08 19:47:00
Kumamoto City announced on the 8th that 11 new people were found to be infected with the new coronavirus. With this, 101 people were confirmed to be infected in Kumamoto Prefecture on the 8th, exceeding 100 for the first time, the highest number ever. As a result, a total of 2283 people have been confirmed infected in the prefecture.

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The number of people who have a positive corona test in Tokyo but cannot decide where to be hospitalized is increasing rapidly.

2021-01-08 19:44:00
In Tokyo, even if the test for the new coronavirus is positive, the number of people who cannot be hospitalized or treated is increasing rapidly, and even those who need to be hospitalized are waiting at home one after another. Also, in Tokyo, due to the rapid spread of infection, it was found that the beds that can be hospitalized for patients who have undergone artificial dialysis and are infected with the new coronavirus are now full.

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The number of people who have a positive corona test in Tokyo but cannot decide where to be hospitalized is increasing rapidly.

2021-01-08 19:44:00
In Tokyo, even if the test for the new coronavirus is positive, the number of people who cannot be hospitalized or treated is increasing rapidly, and even those who need to be hospitalized are waiting at home one after another. Also, in Tokyo, due to the rapid spread of infection, it was found that the beds that can be hospitalized for patients who have undergone artificial dialysis and are infected with the new coronavirus are now full.

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Yamanashi Prefecture New Corona New 11 people confirmed infection A total of 687 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 19:36:00
Yamanashi Prefecture and Kofu City announced on the 8th that a total of 11 men and women in their 20s and 80s living in the prefecture have been confirmed to be newly infected with the new coronavirus. A total of 687 people have been confirmed to be infected in the prefecture.

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Call attention to fake emails of "special benefits" benefits from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications

2021-01-08 19:33:00
From the evening of the 7th, when the state of emergency was declared, it was confirmed that fake e-mails regarding the benefits of "special benefits" for the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications were circulating, and the Japan Cybercrime Control Center is calling attention.

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Former comfort women's damages trial Orders the Japanese government to compensate the district court in Seoul

2021-01-08 19:33:00
In a trial in which 12 former Korean comfort women were seeking damages from the Japanese government for being "mentally distressed," a district court in Seoul told the Japanese government that each plaintiff was in Japanese yen. He sentenced him to pay about 9.5 million yen. If the Japanese government, which is not present at the trial, does not appeal, the judgment may be finalized and the plaintiff may seek seizure of the Japanese government's assets.

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Call attention to fake emails of "special benefits" benefits from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications

2021-01-08 19:33:00
From the evening of the 7th, when the state of emergency was declared, it was confirmed that fake e-mails regarding the benefits of "special benefits" for the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications were circulating, and the Japan Cybercrime Control Center is calling attention.

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Call attention to fake emails of "special benefits" benefits from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications

2021-01-08 19:33:00
From the evening of the 7th, when the state of emergency was declared, it was confirmed that fake e-mails regarding the benefits of "special benefits" for the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications were circulating, and the Japan Cybercrime Control Center is calling attention.

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Opinion on financial support and penalties for the revision of the New Corona Special Measures Law Government Subcommittee

2021-01-08 19:30:00
A government subcommittee was held to consider measures against the new coronavirus, and opinions were exchanged on issues such as financial support for businesses that responded to requests to shorten business hours and penalties for not responding to the revision of the Special Measures Law. it was done.

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New Year's imperial events such as "Utakai Hajime" are postponed due to the spread of new corona infection

2021-01-08 19:27:00
Due to the rapid spread of the new coronavirus infection, the Imperial Household Agency has decided to postpone the imperial events of the New Year such as "Utakai Hajime".

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Hiroshima Prefecture New Corona 118 people confirmed infection A total of 3952 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 19:26:00
Hiroshima Prefecture announced that a total of 25 people in Miyoshi City, Shobara City, and Hatsukaichi City have been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus. On the 8th in Hiroshima prefecture, 93 people were confirmed to be infected in Hiroshima city and Fukuyama city, and on the 8th in the prefecture, a total of 118 people were confirmed to be infected. It is the first time since the 26th of last month that the number of announcements on the 1st has exceeded 100. This brings the total number of confirmed infections in Hiroshima Prefecture to 3,952.

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Shimane A series of consultations on freezing water pipes due to strong cold air

2021-01-08 19:23:00
Due to the strong cold air, we received a series of consultations in Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture, saying that the water pipes at home were frozen and no water came out.

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Shimane A series of consultations on freezing water pipes due to strong cold air

2021-01-08 19:23:00
Due to the strong cold air, we received a series of consultations in Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture, saying that the water pipes at home were frozen and no water came out.

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Decided to request the government of Kyoto Prefecture to issue a state of emergency with Osaka Hyogo

2021-01-08 19:20:00
In response to the spread of the new coronavirus infection, Kyoto Prefecture held a countermeasures headquarters meeting and decided to request the government to issue a state of emergency to Kyoto on the 9th together with Osaka and Hyogo.

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Osaka Prefecture Issuing a State of Emergency Request to the government tomorrow With neighboring prefectures

2021-01-08 19:19:00
Osaka Prefecture held a meeting of the headquarters for countermeasures against the new coronavirus, and decided to request the government to issue a state of emergency in response to the rapid spread of infection in the prefecture. The prefecture plans to request the government on the 9th after aligning with neighboring Hyogo and Kyoto prefectures.

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State of emergency Declaration of coming-of-age ceremony New cancellation or postponement in local governments in Tokyo

2021-01-08 19:18:00
In response to the state of emergency being declared in one city and three prefectures, it was found that several local governments that had been planning to hold the coming-of-age ceremony as before have decided to cancel or postpone it.

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In stormy Akita ... Mobile sales vehicles continue to have power outages and communication problems to elderly people's homes

2021-01-08 19:17:00
Due to heavy snow and strong winds, a total of about 21,200 households in Akita Prefecture have lost power in eight cities, towns and villages including Akita City as of 6:00 pm on the 8th, and it is difficult to connect to mobile phones in some areas. It has become.

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Don't refrain from seeing a medical institution even if you declare an emergency

2021-01-08 19:13:00
While issuing a state of emergency to each of the three prefectures and demanding that they refrain from going out unnecessarily, there are concerns that the number of people who will cooperate in blood donation will decrease, as will the movement to refrain from seeing medical institutions excessively. The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare called for vaccinations and cancer screenings for infants as scheduled, and issued a notice requesting each prefecture to secure a blood donation site for blood donations.

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Heavy snow temporarily eliminates 6km stuck Niigata Minami Uonuma National Highway No. 17

2021-01-08 19:10:00
On the morning of the 8th, a large car got stuck on a national highway in Minami Uonuma City, Niigata Prefecture due to snow, and the car got stuck for up to about 6 kilometers. Approximately two and a half hours later, by about 2:00 pm, the vehicle had been removed from the scene and the stalling was resolved.

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[Domestic infection] 44 new coronas died 7803 confirmed infection (18:30 on the 8th)

2021-01-08 19:03:00
On the 8th, 7803 people were announced nationwide so far, setting a new record high for 4 consecutive days. In addition, 10 people in Hokkaido, 7 people in Kanagawa prefecture, 6 people in Saitama prefecture, 5 people in Hyogo prefecture, 3 people in Fukuoka prefecture, 2 people in Tochigi prefecture, 2 people in Shizuoka prefecture, 1 person in Mie prefecture, Miyagi 1 person in prefecture, 1 person in Miyazaki prefecture, 1 person in Gifu prefecture, 1 person in Iwate prefecture, 1 person in Hiroshima prefecture, 1 person in Aichi prefecture, 1 person in Shizuoka prefecture, 1 person in Fukushima prefecture, 44 in total There was an announcement of the death of a person. The number of people confirmed to be infected in Japan is 274,804 including airport quarantine, and 712 passengers and crew on cruise ships, for a total of 275,516 people. A total of 3942 people have died, including 3929 people infected in the country and 13 people on board cruise ships.

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State of Emergency What about museums, cinemas and performing arts?

2021-01-08 19:02:00
In response to the state of emergency, national and public art galleries and museums in 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures have been closed at night, and some are temporarily closed. It has also had an impact on performances such as movie theaters, performing arts, Kabuki and rakugo.

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State of emergency 1 Tokyo 3 prefectures Change business hours at restaurants and commercial facilities (8th)

2021-01-08 19:00:00
In response to the state of emergency being declared in 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures, some commercial facilities such as restaurants and department stores have changed or decided to change their business hours.

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State of emergency Declaration of Shinkansen and empty flights Reduction of the number of flights and addition of reduced flights one after another

2021-01-08 18:49:00
Following the declaration of an emergency in one of the three prefectures in the Tokyo metropolitan area, JR Tokai announced that it would reduce the number of Tokaido Shinkansen lines by about 10% from the 18th of this month to the end of February. It was the temporary train that was canceled, and the regular train will continue to operate. With this, the average number of trains per day was 345, but now it is 309, and the number of trains per hour is about 4 to 6 for Nozomi, 2 for Hikari, and 2 to 3 for Kodama. It means that it will be.

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State of emergency Declaration of Shinkansen and empty flights Reduction of the number of flights and addition of reduced flights one after another

2021-01-08 18:49:00
Following the declaration of an emergency in one of the three prefectures in the Tokyo metropolitan area, JR Tokai announced that it would reduce the number of Tokaido Shinkansen lines by about 10% from the 18th of this month to the end of February. It was the temporary train that was canceled, and the regular train will continue to operate. With this, the average number of trains per day was 345, but now it is 309, and the number of trains per hour is about 4 to 6 for Nozomi, 2 for Hikari, and 2 to 3 for Kodama. It means that it will be.

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State of emergency Declaration of Shinkansen and empty flights Reduction of the number of flights and addition of reduced flights one after another

2021-01-08 18:49:00
Following the declaration of an emergency in one of the three prefectures in the Tokyo metropolitan area, JR Tokai announced that it would reduce the number of Tokaido Shinkansen lines by about 10% from the 18th of this month to the end of February. It was the temporary train that was canceled, and the regular train will continue to operate. With this, the average number of trains per day was 345, but now it is 309, and the number of trains per hour is about 4 to 6 for Nozomi, 2 for Hikari, and 2 to 3 for Kodama. It means that it will be.

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Heavy snowfall in Hokuriku and Niigata Over the 10th, snowfall will increase on the Sea of ​​Japan side of northern and western Japan

2021-01-08 18:47:00
In Hokuriku and Niigata prefectures, it snows heavily and the amount of snow is increasing rapidly. It is expected that the snow will fall intermittently over the 10th, mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side from northern Japan to western Japan, and the amount of snow will increase further. ..

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Heavy snowfall in Hokuriku and Niigata Over the 10th, snowfall will increase on the Sea of ​​Japan side of northern and western Japan

2021-01-08 18:47:00
In Hokuriku and Niigata prefectures, it snows heavily and the amount of snow is increasing rapidly. It is expected that the snow will fall intermittently over the 10th, mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side from northern Japan to western Japan, and the amount of snow will increase further. ..

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Kyushu Electric Power Increases demand for electric power due to cold waves Requests for flexibility from other companies

2021-01-08 18:43:00
Due to the influence of the cold wave, the demand for electricity such as heating will increase within the jurisdiction of Kyushu Electric Power, and on the night of the 8th, there is a risk that it will exceed the supply capacity of the electric power company. For this reason, we are requesting other electric power companies to receive electric power interchange, and we are also calling on the citizens of the prefecture and businesses to cooperate.

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Shiga Prefecture New Corona 1 dead 40 people Confirmed infection 1464 people in total in the prefecture

2021-01-08 18:42:00
Shiga Prefecture announced on the 8th that it was confirmed that 40 new people were infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. The number of people confirmed per day was the fourth highest, and the total number of people confirmed to be infected in Shiga Prefecture was 1464. In addition, one patient who was infected with the new coronavirus and was being treated was confirmed dead, and 15 people died in Shiga prefecture.

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Nagano Prefecture New Corona 67 people confirmed infection In total 1500 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 18:41:00
Nagano Prefecture and Nagano City have announced that 67 men and women in their teens to 90s have been newly confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus. The number of people confirmed to be infected in the prefecture is now 1,500. Of these, 18 have died.

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Osaka Prefecture New Corona Newly confirmed 655 infections Most updated for 3 consecutive days

2021-01-08 18:40:00
Osaka Prefecture announced on the 8th that it was confirmed that 655 new people were infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. In Osaka Prefecture, the number of infected people confirmed on a single day exceeded 600 for the second time following the 7th, a record high for the third consecutive day. As a result, the number of people confirmed to be infected in the prefecture is 33,274.

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Yamanashi Prefecture New Corona 10 new infections confirmed to a total of 686 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 18:38:00
Yamanashi Prefecture announced on the 8th that it has been confirmed that a total of 10 men and women in their 20s and 80s living in the prefecture are newly infected with the new coronavirus. A total of 686 people have been confirmed to be infected in the prefecture.

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Referendum ordinance draft to ask whether to attract Yokohama IR rejected by city council

2021-01-08 18:34:00
The draft ordinance for conducting a referendum asking the pros and cons of IR = integrated resort facilities, including casinos that Yokohama City aims to attract, was rejected at the plenary session of the Yokohama City Council held on the 7th. With this, the referendum will not be held.

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Prime Minister Suga "Korea Takes Corrective Measures for Violations of International Law" Received Judgment in South Korea

2021-01-08 18:34:00
Regarding the comfort women issue, Prime Minister Suga said that he could not accept the ruling that the district court in Seoul ordered the Japanese government to compensate the women of the former comfort women. He urged him to take steps to correct the violation of international law.

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Prime Minister Suga "Korea Takes Corrective Measures for Violations of International Law" Received Judgment in South Korea

2021-01-08 18:34:00
Regarding the comfort women issue, Prime Minister Suga said that he could not accept the ruling that the district court in Seoul ordered the Japanese government to compensate the women of the former comfort women. He urged him to take steps to correct the violation of international law.

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Honda's semiconductor shortage reduces car production by about 4000 units

2021-01-08 18:34:00
Honda has found this month that it will reduce domestic car production by about 4,000. The global shortage of semiconductors has made it difficult to procure for automobiles, which could have an impact on other automakers.

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Tochigi New Corona, the largest number of 150 people confirmed to be infected 2 people died

2021-01-08 18:30:00
Tochigi Prefecture and Utsunomiya City announced on the 8th that they have confirmed that 150 new people are infected with the new coronavirus. This is the highest number of confirmed infections in the prefecture announced on the 1st. As a result, the total number of people confirmed to be infected in Tochigi Prefecture is 2,254.

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Gifu Prefecture Governor Furuta Aichi and Aichi Declaration Request Vision To Announce Original Declaration on 9th

2021-01-08 18:29:00
Governor Furuta of Gifu Prefecture, together with Aichi Prefecture, requests the government to issue a declaration in connection with Governor Omura of Aichi Prefecture expressing his intention to make adjustments in the direction of requesting the government to issue a state of emergency. I showed the idea of ​​adjusting with that in mind. Furthermore, on the 9th, the prefecture announced its own policy of announcing a "state of emergency."

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Former Minister of Justice Kawai Trial The prefectural assembly denied the purpose of the acquisition "I thought it was a donation"

2021-01-08 18:28:00
At the trial of former Minister of Justice Katsuyuki Kawai, who was accused of violating the Public Offices Election Act, a witness was questioned by a member of the Hiroshima Prefectural Assembly who was close to Senator Anri. I thought it was a donation that I had received many times, "he said, testifying that it was not an acquisition.

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Yen exchange rate temporarily dropped to 104 yen due to rising US long-term interest rates

2021-01-08 18:27:00
In the Tokyo foreign exchange market on the 8th, the dollar was bought due to the rise in long-term interest rates in the United States, and the yen exchange rate temporarily dropped to 104 yen per dollar.

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Fukuoka Taisetsu JAF 549 relief requests such as slips

2021-01-08 18:26:00
Due to the heavy snowfall, JAF = Japan Automobile Federation has been receiving a series of relief requests and consultations such as "The car slips and cannot move", and JAF is calling for refraining from going out unnecessarily by car. I will.

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If the infected person violates the hospitalization recommendation, the government will consider revising the law to introduce criminal punishment

2021-01-08 18:24:00
In discussions between the government and the ruling and opposition parties over measures against the new coronavirus, the government has revised the Infectious Diseases Control Law to recommend hospitalization because there are a number of cases in which infected people do not respond to requests from local governments for accommodation treatment. It was revealed that it is considering introducing criminal punishment in case of violation.

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Liberal Democratic Secretary-General “Refrain from attending meetings with food and drink” Request to party members

2021-01-08 18:24:00
In response to the state of emergency targeting Tokyo and other prefectures, the Liberal Democratic Party's secretary general, Nikai, refrained from attending meetings involving eating and drinking for members of the party's parliament, and was unnecessary after 8:00 pm. I requested that I refrain from going out suddenly.

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People around the main stations in 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures Almost no change from last month

2021-01-08 18:21:00
The 8th marked the first morning of the second state of emergency. Big data analysis shows that the number of people around major stations in 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures is almost the same as last month, and is 20% to 40% higher than when the first declaration was made last year. It was.

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People around the main stations in 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures Almost no change from last month

2021-01-08 18:21:00
The 8th marked the first morning of the second state of emergency. Big data analysis shows that the number of people around major stations in 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures is almost the same as last month, and is 20% to 40% higher than when the first declaration was made last year. It was.

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Government approved evacuation plan for Mihama nuclear power plant Targeting 280,000 people within 30 km

2021-01-08 18:15:00
Regarding the Mihama Nuclear Power Station of Kansai Electric Power Co., Inc. in Fukui Prefecture, the government's Nuclear Disaster Prevention Council has approved an evacuation plan targeting approximately 280,000 people within a 30km radius of the nuclear power plant, and Prime Minister Suga said in case of emergency. In preparation, we instructed the relevant ministers to take all possible measures while taking measures against infectious diseases.

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Aichi Prefecture State of Emergency Issuance Coordinated with Gifu in the direction of request to the government

2021-01-08 18:14:00
Following the rapid spread of the coronavirus infection, Governor Omura of Aichi Prefecture has expressed his intention to coordinate with Gifu Prefecture to request the government to issue a state of emergency based on the Special Measures Law.

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Even though the demand for electricity has increased significantly due to the cold weather

2021-01-08 18:12:00
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Kajiyama acknowledged that the supply and demand situation of electricity is in a very difficult situation, regarding the fact that the demand for electricity is increasing significantly in various places due to the severe cold weather. However, it is said that it does not anticipate a request for power saving at this time.

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Even though the demand for electricity has increased significantly due to the cold weather

2021-01-08 18:12:00
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Kajiyama acknowledged that the supply and demand situation of electricity is in a very difficult situation, regarding the fact that the demand for electricity is increasing significantly in various places due to the severe cold weather. However, it is said that it does not anticipate a request for power saving at this time.

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Saitama New Corona 496 Infection Confirmed Most Updated for 4 Consecutive Days 6 Deaths

2021-01-08 18:09:00
It was announced on the 8th that it was confirmed that 496 new people were infected with the new coronavirus in Saitama prefecture. The number of infected people per day exceeded 460 on the 7th, setting a new record high for 4 consecutive days. The breakdown is 277 in Saitama Prefecture, 106 in Saitama City, 67 in Kawaguchi City, 27 in Koshigaya City, and 19 in Kawagoe City. With this, a total of 16,892 people have been announced as infected in the prefecture.

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Hashimoto Olympics Minister I want to take all possible measures against infection and realize the Games

2021-01-08 18:06:00
In connection with the state of emergency, Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Hashimoto said, "There are increasing concerns about whether we can hold the Tokyo Games," and with the understanding of the public, we are fully prepared for infection control. He expressed his desire to realize the tournament.

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Chiba Prefecture New Corona 455 Infection Confirmation Most Updated for 4 Consecutive Days

2021-01-08 18:03:00
The number of newly infected people with the new coronavirus announced on the 8th in Chiba prefecture was 455, exceeding 400 for the second consecutive day. As a one-day announcement in the prefecture, we updated the record high for four consecutive days.

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Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato intends to hold a cabinet meeting in a normal manner for the time being

2021-01-08 18:01:00
In response to the state of emergency, Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato held a video conference format on the cabinet meeting, which is usually held twice a week, during the declaration last spring, and as a result, issues such as confidentiality became clear. For the time being, he expressed his intention to take measures against infection and hold it in the usual way.

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Issuance of state of emergency Hyogo Prefecture also decides to request the government

2021-01-08 18:00:00
In response to the rapid spread of the new coronavirus infection, Hyogo Prefecture held a countermeasures headquarters meeting and decided to request the government to issue a state of emergency together with Osaka and Kyoto.

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Foreign Minister Motegi cancels next week's visit to Nigeria

2021-01-08 17:59:00
Foreign Minister Motegi, who is visiting Latin America and Africa, has decided to cancel his planned visit to Nigeria next week due to the fact that a man arriving in Japan from Nigeria was infected with the mutated coronavirus. It was.

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Declaration of emergency 1 How to respond to school entrance exams in Tokyo and 3 prefectures

2021-01-08 17:58:00
In response to the state of emergency in one of the three prefectures in the Tokyo metropolitan area, schools are busy taking measures against the new coronavirus before the entrance examination. We have summarized the movements related to education.

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Mutant new coronavirus confirmed to be infected by 2 new people A total of 27 people in Japan

2021-01-08 17:57:00
The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has announced that it has confirmed the infection of two new men and women regarding the mutated coronavirus that is spreading in the United Kingdom. The number of people confirmed to be infected in Japan is 27, including tests by quarantine.

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Japan Post Bank "mijica" announced to end next year Presidents and others to return part of compensation

2021-01-08 17:56:00
Japan Post Bank announced last year that it will end the service of "mijica", a debit card and prepaid card that has been fraudulently withdrawn from savings, next year.

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Aomori Prefecture New Corona New 9 people confirmed infection A total of 554 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:54:00
Aomori Prefecture announced that a total of nine people have been confirmed to be newly infected with the new coronavirus in Hachinohe City and the jurisdiction of the Kamijusan Health Center. The total number of people confirmed to be infected in the prefecture is 554, including those who have already recovered and those who have died.

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State of emergency Partial cancellation or postponement of SDF training

2021-01-08 17:52:00
At a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, Minister of Defense Kishi will suspend or postpone part of the SDF training in response to the state of emergency, while dispatching the SDF at the request of the local government so that it can respond promptly. He showed his intention to take all possible measures.

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Saga New Corona 8 new infections confirmed to a total of 550 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:49:00
According to Saga Prefecture, it was confirmed on the 8th that eight new people were infected with the new coronavirus. A total of 550 people have been confirmed to be infected in Saga Prefecture.

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Kyoto New Corona Newly confirmed 147 infections Record high for 2 consecutive days

2021-01-08 17:47:00
Kyoto Prefecture and Kyoto City announced on the 8th that 147 new people have been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus. The number of people announced on the 1st in Kyoto Prefecture exceeded 143 on the 7th, the highest number ever for the second consecutive day. The number of infected people in the prefecture was 5,665.

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Niigata “Remarkable heavy snow weather information” Meteorological station announces for the first time in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:46:00
At 4:22 pm, the Niigata Local Meteorological Observatory announced "Niigata Prefecture Meteorological Information on Significant Heavy Snow" for the first time in the prefecture.

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"Securing a sufficient supply of food products, do not stock up," Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Nogami

2021-01-08 17:44:00
Regarding the state of emergency, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Nogami said at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, "We have secured a sufficient supply system for food products, and supermarkets and convenience stores will continue to operate, so consumers will not stock up. I would like you to take a calm purchasing behavior without rushing to buy. " In addition, in connection with the request for shortening business hours to restaurants, "The government as a whole is considering measures including support measures for affected food distributors. The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries also grasps the situation well, I want to respond firmly. "

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Kanagawa New Corona 838 people confirmed infection most updated 7 people died

2021-01-08 17:43:00
Kanagawa Prefecture announced on the 8th that a total of 838 people were confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus. This is the first time that the number of infected people per day announced in the prefecture has exceeded 800, exceeding the record high of 679 on the 7th by more than 150, the highest number ever.

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Opera singer Takao Okamura died 89 years old Also active as an actor

2021-01-08 17:38:00
Takao Okamura, a world-renowned opera singer, died at a hospital in Tokyo on the 6th due to chronic renal failure. I was 89 years old.

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Miyagi New Corona 61 people confirmed infection 1 person died

2021-01-08 17:37:00
Sendai City announced on the 8th that it has been confirmed that a total of 32 men and women in their teens to 90s are infected with the new coronavirus. In addition, Miyagi Prefecture announced that 29 new people have been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus. A total of 61 people were confirmed infected in the prefecture on the 8th. The cumulative number of infected people in the prefecture is 2,488, including those who have already recovered.

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Aichi New Corona 405 people confirmed to be infected Second most after 7 days

2021-01-08 17:35:00
Aichi Prefecture and others have announced that it has been confirmed that 405 new people have been infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. The number of infected people announced on the 1st in Aichi Prefecture was lower than the record high of 431 on the 7th, but exceeded 400 for the second consecutive day, making it the second highest number in the past. A total of 18,733 people have been confirmed to be infected in Aichi Prefecture.

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Infection situation in Tokyo "Extremely serious at a completely different stage" Governor Koike

2021-01-08 17:34:00
At a press conference, Governor Koike of Tokyo stated that he was "extremely serious because he entered a completely different stage" and expressed a strong sense of crisis. I requested the citizens of Tokyo to refrain from going out as much as possible during the period.

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Wakayama Prefecture New Corona 16 people confirmed infection A total of 733 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:33:00
Wakayama Prefecture announced on the 8th that it was newly confirmed that 16 people were infected with the new coronavirus. The number of people confirmed to be infected in Wakayama Prefecture is now 733.

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Kumamoto Prefecture New Corona Record 90 people Infection confirmed 2272 people in total in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:32:00
On the 8th, it was announced that 88 new people were found to be infected with the new coronavirus in Kumamoto prefecture. Infection was confirmed in 27 people in Kumamoto City and 61 people in other cities and towns, for a total of 88 people. Combined with the two people announced in the morning, 90 people were confirmed on the 8th in the prefecture, the highest number of infected people per day. On the other hand, Kumamoto City withdrew one person who was announced as an infected person on January 5 because a negative test was confirmed. For this reason, a total of 2272 people have been confirmed to be infected in the prefecture. In addition, on the 8th, one person was confirmed dead in the prefecture, and the total number of people who died in the prefecture was 29.

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Kochi Prefecture New Corona 9 people confirmed infection A total of 721 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:31:00
Kochi Prefecture and others have announced that nine new people have been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. As a result, a total of 721 people have been confirmed to be infected in Kochi Prefecture.

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Infection status of new corona 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures "6 indicators" (as of 7th)

2021-01-08 17:30:00
These are the "six indicators" as of the 7th regarding the infection status of the new coronavirus in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, and Chiba prefectures.

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Analysis by the number of effective reproductions showing the spread of infection in all 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures subject to declaration

2021-01-08 17:29:00
NHK supervised the "effective reproduction number", which is an index to see the infection status from one infected person to how many people, in 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures in the target area of ​​the state of emergency. According to a simple method, all three prefectures in 1 metropolitan area have shown a tendency to exceed "1", which indicates that the infection is spreading, and to be even higher after the middle of last month.

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Gifu new corona 83 people confirmed infection 1 person died

2021-01-08 17:28:00
Gifu Prefecture and Gifu City announced that it has been confirmed that 83 new people have been infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. A total of 2868 people have been confirmed to be infected in the prefecture. He also announced that a man in his 70s in Kani City, who had been hospitalized with a new coronavirus infection, died on the 8th. In Gifu prefecture, 44 people died after being confirmed infected.

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Nara Prefecture New Corona Record high 56 people Infection confirmed 2225 people in total in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:26:00
Nara Prefecture and Nara City announced on the 8th that it was confirmed that 56 new people were infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. The number of infected people per day exceeded 39 on December 3, the highest number ever. A total of 2225 people have been confirmed to be infected in the prefecture.

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Fear of heavy snow in northern and western Japan Prime Minister "Avoid going out unnecessarily"

2021-01-08 17:26:00
In response to the possibility of heavy snowfall over a wide area from northern Japan to western Japan, a ministerial meeting of the government was held, and Prime Minister Suga instructed to take the first move while accurately grasping the needs of local governments. At the same time, he called for refraining from going out unnecessarily in areas where heavy snowfall is expected.

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Ibaraki New Corona 127 Infection Confirmed First Over 100

2021-01-08 17:22:00
Ibaraki Prefecture and Mito City announced on the 8th that 127 new people have been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus. The number of daily announcements in Ibaraki Prefecture exceeded 90 on the 7th, the highest number ever, exceeding 100 for the first time. This brings the total number of people confirmed to be infected in the prefecture to 2947.

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Mie Prefecture New Corona Record number 42 people Infected confirmed 1471 people in total in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:20:00
Mie Prefecture and others have announced that 42 new people have been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. The number of people infected per day exceeded 33 on the 6th, the highest number ever. A total of 1471 people have been confirmed to be infected in Mie Prefecture. In addition, a woman in her 80s who was hospitalized at a medical institution in the prefecture announced that she had died on the 7th, and the number of infected people who died in the prefecture has increased to 21.

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Nagasaki Prefecture New Corona 43 people confirmed infection A total of 956 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:17:00
Nagasaki Prefecture and others announced on the 8th that it was confirmed that a total of 43 people in the prefecture were infected with the new coronavirus. The number of confirmed infections in Nagasaki Prefecture is now 956, excluding the crew of the cruise ship moored at Nagasaki Port.

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Akita Prefecture New Corona 4 people confirmed infection A total of 165 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:15:00
Akita Prefecture announced on the 8th that it was confirmed that four new people were infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. This brings the total number of people confirmed to be infected in Akita Prefecture to 165.

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Fukushima Prefecture New Corona 1 dead to 28 dead in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:14:00
Fukushima Prefecture announced that it was confirmed that a man in his 90s who had been hospitalized with a new coronavirus had died by the 7th. The number of people who died from being infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture is now 28.

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Subway Oedo Line to normal operation from 12th Corona infected driver becomes negative

2021-01-08 17:10:00
Due to the effects of the drivers being infected with the new coronavirus one after another, the Toei Subway Oedo Line, which operates at about 70% of the normal operation, will resume normal operation from the 12th of this month.

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Iwate Prefecture New Corona 1 dead 5 people confirmed infection A total of 410 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:09:00
Iwate Prefecture has announced that one patient infected with the new coronavirus has died. A total of 25 people have died in the prefecture. In addition, Iwate Prefecture and Morioka City announced that it has been confirmed that five men and women under the age of 10 to 60s are infected with the new coronavirus. The number of people confirmed to be infected in the prefecture was 410.

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Kanagawa Prefecture 60,000 yen a day cooperation fund Submit a supplementary budget for financial resources to the extraordinary assembly

2021-01-08 17:08:00
In response to the state of emergency, an extraordinary prefectural assembly was held in Kanagawa Prefecture on the 8th, and Governor Kuroiwa said, "I want to do my best to protect the lives and livelihoods of the citizens of the prefecture."

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Kanagawa Prefecture 60,000 yen a day cooperation fund Submit a supplementary budget for financial resources to the extraordinary assembly

2021-01-08 17:08:00
In response to the state of emergency, an extraordinary prefectural assembly was held in Kanagawa Prefecture on the 8th, and Governor Kuroiwa said, "I want to do my best to protect the lives and livelihoods of the citizens of the prefecture."

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Niigata Prefecture New Corona 16 people Confirmed infection Total 627 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:06:00
Niigata Prefecture and Niigata City have announced that 16 new men and women in their teens to 80s have been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus. With this, 627 people have been confirmed infected in the prefecture.

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Oita Prefecture New Corona 17 people confirmed infection A total of 808 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:03:00
Oita Prefecture announced on the 8th that it was newly confirmed that 17 people were infected with the new coronavirus. This brings the total number of confirmed infections in Oita Prefecture to 808.

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Ehime Prefecture New Corona Confirmed infection of 38 people, the highest number ever for 2 consecutive days

2021-01-08 17:02:00
Ehime Prefecture has announced that 38 new people have been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus. The number of infected people announced on the 1st in the prefecture reached a record high for the second consecutive day. This brings the total number of confirmed infections in the prefecture to 607.

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Ishikawa Prefecture New Corona 17 people confirmed infection A total of 1193 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 17:00:00
Ishikawa Prefecture announced that 17 new people have been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus. This brings the total number of people confirmed to be infected in Ishikawa Prefecture to 1193.

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Tokushima Prefecture New Corona 5 people confirmed infection A total of 221 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 16:58:00
Tokushima Prefecture announced that it has been confirmed that five men and women in their 20s and 50s are infected with the new coronavirus. This brings the number of confirmed infections to 221 in Tokushima Prefecture.

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Tochigi New Corona 94 people confirmed infection 2 people died

2021-01-08 16:57:00
Tochigi Prefecture announced on the 8th that it has confirmed that 94 new people are infected with the new coronavirus. As a result, the total number of people confirmed to be infected in Tochigi Prefecture is 2,198.

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Rough weather Akita 36,800 households Power outages continue In some areas communication failures

2021-01-08 16:53:00
According to the Tohoku Electric Power Network, power outages have continued in various places in Akita Prefecture since the night of the 7th due to disconnection of electric wires, etc., and as of 1:00 pm on the 8th, a total of about 36,800 households in eight municipalities including Akita City. There is a power outage.

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Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Hagita Considering cooperation in dispatching nursing graduate students to medical sites

2021-01-08 16:52:00
Regarding the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare requesting nursing universities nationwide to dispatch graduate students and teachers with a license as nurses to the medical field, Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Hagita said that it is meaningful for those who wish to participate. , The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology also expressed its intention to cooperate.

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State of emergency 1 Tokyo 3 prefectures Change business hours at restaurants and commercial facilities (8th)

2021-01-08 16:52:00
In response to the declaration of emergency in 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures, some commercial facilities such as restaurants and department stores have changed or decided to change their business hours.

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Last November, the economic index deteriorated for the first time in 6 months, but the economic judgment remained unchanged

2021-01-08 16:49:00
The index of business conditions released by the Cabinet Office in November last year, which shows the current state of the economy, deteriorated for the first time in six months. The economic judgment mechanically derived from the movement of the index was "stopped down" and remained unchanged.

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Yamaguchi Prefecture New Corona 11 people Confirmed infection A total of 668 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 16:48:00
Yamaguchi Prefecture announced that 11 men and women between the ages of 10 and 90 have been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus. This brings the total number of confirmed infections in Yamaguchi Prefecture to 668.

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Nagano Prefecture New Corona Infected 3 People A total of 1436 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 16:46:00
Nagano City announced on the 8th that it was confirmed that three new people were infected with the new coronavirus. Both are mild. A total of 1436 people have been confirmed infected in the prefecture, of which 18 have died.

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Osaka Prefecture Issuing a State of Emergency Request to the government tomorrow With neighboring prefectures

2021-01-08 16:45:00
Osaka Prefecture held a meeting of the headquarters for countermeasures against the new coronavirus, and decided to request the government to issue a state of emergency in response to the rapid spread of infection in the prefecture. The prefecture plans to request the government on the 9th after aligning with neighboring Hyogo and Kyoto prefectures.

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Osaka Prefecture Issuing a State of Emergency Request to the government tomorrow With neighboring prefectures

2021-01-08 16:45:00
Osaka Prefecture held a meeting of the headquarters for countermeasures against the new coronavirus, and decided to request the government to issue a state of emergency in response to the rapid spread of infection in the prefecture. The prefecture plans to request the government on the 9th after aligning with neighboring Hyogo and Kyoto prefectures.

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Electricity usage rate 99% in the morning in some areas Electricity supply and demand is severe due to cold weather

2021-01-08 16:43:00
Due to the cold weather, electricity demand has increased for eight days, and in some areas, the supply and demand of electricity has become severe, with the usage rate rising to 99% in the morning. Electric power companies are striving to ensure a stable supply by increasing the operating rate of thermal power plants and accommodating electric power.

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Nikkei Stock Average closing price 648 yen higher, 28,139 yen, the highest price in about 30 years and 5 months

2021-01-08 16:40:00
The Nikkei Stock Average on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on the 8th rose by more than 600 yen, rising to the 28,000 yen level for the first time in about 30 years and 5 months. Buy orders were gathered for a wide range of stocks in anticipation of the realization of large-scale economic measures after the inauguration of the new Biden administration in the United States.

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Nikkei Stock Average closing price 648 yen higher, 28,139 yen, the highest price in about 30 years and 5 months

2021-01-08 16:40:00
The Nikkei Stock Average on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on the 8th rose by more than 600 yen, rising to the 28,000 yen level for the first time in about 30 years and 5 months. Buy orders were gathered for a wide range of stocks in anticipation of the realization of large-scale economic measures after the inauguration of the new Biden administration in the United States.

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Hiroshima Prefecture New Corona 10 people confirmed infection A total of 3849 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 16:32:00
Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture, announced that it has been confirmed that 10 new people in their teens to 60s are infected with the new coronavirus. This brings the total number of confirmed infections in the prefecture to 3849.

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Niigata Prefecture New Corona 4 people confirmed infection A total of 615 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 16:27:00
Niigata City announced that four new women in their 20s and 80s have been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus. A total of 615 people have been confirmed infected in the prefecture.

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Decided to request the government of Kyoto Prefecture to issue a state of emergency with Osaka Hyogo

2021-01-08 16:21:00
In response to the spread of the new coronavirus infection, Kyoto Prefecture held a countermeasures headquarters meeting and decided to request the government to issue a state of emergency to Kyoto on the 9th together with Osaka and Hyogo.

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To exceed 100 people for the first time in Ibaraki Prefecture Confirmation of infection on the 8th of the new corona

2021-01-08 16:17:00
On the 8th, the number of people confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus in Ibaraki Prefecture exceeded 100, the highest number ever, according to interviews with related parties. It is the first time in the prefecture that more than 100 people a day.

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To exceed 100 people for the first time in Ibaraki Prefecture Confirmation of infection on the 8th of the new corona

2021-01-08 16:17:00
On the 8th, the number of people confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus in Ibaraki Prefecture exceeded 100, the highest number ever, according to interviews with related parties. It is the first time in the prefecture that more than 100 people a day.

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Okinawa New Corona 82 people confirmed high level for the first time in 5 months

2021-01-08 16:12:00
Okinawa Prefecture announced on the 8th that it was confirmed that 82 new people were infected with the new coronavirus. It is the first time in five months since August 14, last year, when the number of infected people announced on the 1st exceeded 80, which was 105. This brings the total number of infected people confirmed in Okinawa Prefecture to 5,759.

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Tokyo Disneyland closing time 7:00 pm Advance from 12th

2021-01-08 16:07:00
Following the state of emergency, the closing hours of Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea will be moved up to 7:00 pm from the 12th to the 7th of next month.

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Tokyo Disneyland closing time 7:00 pm Advance from 12th

2021-01-08 16:07:00
Following the state of emergency, the closing hours of Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea will be moved up to 7:00 pm from the 12th to the 7th of next month.

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New Corona World Infected 88.04 million Dead 1.89 million (3 pm on the 8th)

2021-01-08 16:05:00
According to a summary by Johns Hopkins University in the United States, the number of people confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus was 88,042,762 worldwide as of 3:00 pm on the 8th of Japan time. In addition, 1,988,530 people have died.

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Aichi New Corona 405 people confirmed to be infected Second most after 7 days

2021-01-08 16:03:00
Aichi Prefecture and others have announced that it has been confirmed that 405 new people have been infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. The number of infected people announced on the 1st in Aichi Prefecture was lower than the record high of 431 on the 7th, but exceeded 400 for the second consecutive day, the second highest number in the past. A total of 18,733 people have been confirmed infected in Aichi Prefecture.

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Gunma New Corona 100 Infection Confirmed Most Updated for 2 Consecutive Days

2021-01-08 15:57:00
Gunma Prefecture announced on the 8th that it was confirmed that 100 new people were infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. The number of people announced on the 1st in Gunma Prefecture exceeded 83 on the 7th, setting a new record high for the second consecutive day.

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Hyogo New Corona 297 people Confirmed infection Most updated for 3 consecutive days 5 deaths

2021-01-08 15:53:00
Hyogo Prefecture announced on the 8th that it was newly confirmed that 297 people were infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. The number of people confirmed to be infected in Hyogo prefecture on the 7th exceeded 284 on the 7th, setting a new record high for the third consecutive day.

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Hyogo New Corona 297 people Confirmed infection Most updated for 3 consecutive days 5 deaths

2021-01-08 15:53:00
Hyogo Prefecture announced on the 8th that it was newly confirmed that 297 people were infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. The number of people confirmed to be infected in Hyogo prefecture on the 7th exceeded 284 on the 7th, setting a new record high for the third consecutive day.

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Shizuoka Prefecture New Corona The highest number of 92 people confirmed infection Two elderly men died

2021-01-08 15:50:00
According to Shizuoka Prefecture and other prefectures, 92 new infections were confirmed on the 8th. The number of infected people confirmed in one day exceeds 87 so far, which is the highest ever.

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Hokkaido New Corona 181 confirmed infection 10 dead

2021-01-08 15:46:00
Asahikawa City, Hokkaido, announced that it has been confirmed that three new people are infected with the new coronavirus. On the 8th, ▽ Sapporo City had 94 people, ▽ Hokkaido had 47 people, ▽ Otaru City had 29 people, and ▽ Hakodate City had 8 people. have become. The number of confirmed infections in Hokkaido per day has exceeded 100 for three consecutive days, and it is the first time in 27 days since December 12 that the number has exceeded 180.

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Tokyo New Corona 2392 Confirmed infection Of which 711 are in their 20s and 129 are seriously ill

2021-01-08 15:41:00
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government announced in preliminary figures as of 3:00 pm on the 8th that it has confirmed that 2392 people, the second largest number so far, are infected with the new coronavirus. For the first time in Tokyo, the number of people exceeded 2000 for the second consecutive day. In addition, the number of severely ill patients as of the 8th, which was calculated based on the Tokyo standard, was 129, the highest number ever.

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Tokyo New Corona 2392 Confirmed infection Of which 711 are in their 20s and 129 are seriously ill

2021-01-08 15:41:00
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government announced in preliminary figures as of 3:00 pm on the 8th that it has confirmed that 2392 people, the second largest number so far, are infected with the new coronavirus. For the first time in Tokyo, the number of people exceeded 2000 for the second consecutive day. In addition, the number of severely ill patients as of the 8th, which was calculated based on the Tokyo standard, was 129, the highest number ever.

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Hiroshima City New Corona 78 people confirmed infection A total of 3927 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 15:32:00
Hiroshima City has announced that 78 new people have been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus. This brings the total number of confirmed infections in the prefecture to 3,927.

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Honda's "N-BOX", the best-selling car in Japan last year, topped for 4 consecutive years

2021-01-08 15:29:00
Last year, the best-selling car in Japan was Honda's mini car "N-BOX," which topped the list for four consecutive years.

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Mayor Chiyoda announced voluntary resignation in this term “Not related to the condominium problem”

2021-01-08 15:24:00
Mayor Masami Ishikawa of Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo announced on the 8th that he would not run for the Chiyoda-ku mayoral election to be held on January 31 when his term expires, and that he intends to retire only this term.

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Mayor Chiyoda announced voluntary resignation in this term “Not related to the condominium problem”

2021-01-08 15:24:00
Mayor Masami Ishikawa of Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo announced on the 8th that he would not run for the Chiyoda-ku mayoral election to be held on January 31 when his term expires, and that he intends to retire only this term.

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Be wary of sudden increase in snowfall, including on flat ground where snow is getting stronger in Hokuriku such as Ishikawa Fukui

2021-01-08 15:17:00
Due to the strong winter-type pressure distribution, it snows mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side, and in Hokuriku and other areas, snowfall is increasing rapidly, including on flat ground. Winds are expected to increase, especially in northern Japan, so be wary of the effects of snowstorms and heavy snowfall on traffic, and be careful of avalanches and accidents during snow removal work.

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Be wary of sudden increase in snowfall, including on flat ground where snow is getting stronger in Hokuriku such as Ishikawa Fukui

2021-01-08 15:17:00
Due to the strong winter-type pressure distribution, it snows mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side, and in Hokuriku and other areas, snowfall is increasing rapidly, including on flat ground. Winds are expected to increase, especially in northern Japan, so be wary of the effects of snowstorms and heavy snowfall on traffic, and be careful of avalanches and accidents during snow removal work.

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Heavy snowfall Niigata Minami Uonuma National highway No. 17 stuck in car Gradually resolved but traffic jams continue

2021-01-08 15:07:00
On the morning of the 8th, on National Route 17 in Minami Uonuma City, Niigata Prefecture, a large car got stuck in the snow and got stuck for up to about 6 kilometers. Approximately two and a half hours later, by about 2:00 pm, the vehicle was moved out of the national highway and the stalling was gradually resolved, but traffic congestion continues near the site.

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Culinary researcher Tokiko Suzuki dies 96 years old NHK "Today's Menu" appearance

2021-01-08 15:03:00
Tokiko Suzuki, a culinary researcher who has appeared on NHK's program "Today's Menu" for many years and conveyed the appeal of Japanese food, died on December 28 at her home in Tokyo due to hepatocellular carcinoma. I was 96 years old.

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Culinary researcher Tokiko Suzuki dies 96 years old NHK "Today's Menu" appearance

2021-01-08 15:03:00
Tokiko Suzuki, a culinary researcher who has appeared on NHK's program "Today's Menu" for many years and conveyed the appeal of Japanese food, died on December 28 at her home in Tokyo due to hepatocellular carcinoma. I was 96 years old.

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Requested 70% reduction of attendance from all ministries and agencies in 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures Minister Kono

2021-01-08 14:59:00
In response to the state of emergency, the Minister of Regulatory Reform, Kono, who is in charge of the national civil service system, called on all ministries and agencies to promote telework and reduce the number of employees by 70%.

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Badminton Momota and 11 people on the bus confirmed negative confirmation Canceled waiting measures

2021-01-08 14:55:00
Following the infection of Kento Momota of badminton with the new coronavirus, the Nippon Badminton Association waited for 11 male representatives who had been waiting at the hotel, saying that the PCR test conducted again was negative. The measures have been lifted.

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Miyazaki Prefecture New Corona 1 dead 72 confirmed infection

2021-01-08 14:49:00
Miyazaki Prefecture and Miyazaki City have announced that 72 new people have been confirmed to be infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. A total of 1170 people have been confirmed infected in the prefecture. In addition, Miyazaki Prefecture announced on the 8th that one patient infected with the new coronavirus has died. A total of 10 people have died in the prefecture.

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Bankruptcy of long-term care providers Last year 118 cases, the highest number “Further increase with declaration”

2021-01-08 14:13:00
Last year, more than 110 cases of “bankruptcy of long-term care providers” were confirmed nationwide, and it was found that the number was the highest ever due to the effects of the new coronavirus. According to the credit bureau that conducted the survey, "If the movement to refrain from using the service in response to the state of emergency is prolonged, there is a high possibility that bankruptcy will increase further."

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"Expansion of infection by orders of magnitude" Request to promote telework to three economic groups Minister Nishimura

2021-01-08 14:06:00
In response to the state of emergency targeting Tokyo and other three prefectures, Nishimura, the minister in charge of economic revitalization, pointed out in a video conference with three economic organizations that "the infection has spread by orders of magnitude compared to last spring." , Requested refraining from going out and promoting telework.

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"Expansion of infection by orders of magnitude" Request to promote telework to three economic groups Minister Nishimura

2021-01-08 14:06:00
In response to the state of emergency targeting Tokyo and other three prefectures, Nishimura, the minister in charge of economic revitalization, pointed out in a video conference with three economic organizations that "the infection has spread by orders of magnitude compared to last spring." , Requested refraining from going out and promoting telework.

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The Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications aims to reduce the number of employees by 70% by promoting telework.

2021-01-08 14:02:00
In response to the state of emergency, Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Takeda stated at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting that he would promote teleworking within the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications and aim to reduce the number of employees by 70%.

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Impact of wind and snow Closed on highways around the world (11:30 am on the 8th)

2021-01-08 13:55:00
Due to the influence of snow and wind, highways in various places are closed.

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Miyagi Arrested two men on suspicion of murdering a 74-year-old man Did you get acquainted through SNS?

2021-01-08 13:52:00
In September last year, a 74-year-old man was stabbed and killed in a house in Shibata Town, Miyagi Prefecture, and two men, Miyagi and Aichi, were arrested by police on suspicion of murder. It seems that a man in Miyagi prefecture asked a man in Aichi prefecture who he met through SNS to commit the crime, and the police are investigating it in detail.

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Kanazawa Local Meteorological Observatory "Meteorological Information on Significant Heavy Snow" Announced

2021-01-08 13:49:00
The Kanazawa Local Meteorological Observatory announced "Ishikawa Prefecture Meteorological Information on Significant Heavy Snow" at 0:46 pm on the 8th.

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Kagawa New Corona 34 people confirmed infection, 24 of whom are residents of special nursing facilities

2021-01-08 13:47:00
Kagawa Prefecture and Takamatsu City announced on the 8th that it was confirmed that 34 new people were infected with the new coronavirus. The number of infected people confirmed in Kagawa Prefecture on the 1st was the highest ever on the 7th, of which 24 were special nursing homes for the elderly in Takamatsu City, where a cluster of infected people was confirmed on the 7th. It means that he is a resident of "Koonen". This brings the number of confirmed infections to 403 in Kagawa Prefecture.

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Impact of strong winds and heavy snow Niigata Injured people A series of power outages will be resolved by restoration work

2021-01-08 13:42:00
Due to the strong winds and heavy snow from the 7th, injured people are occurring one after another in Niigata prefecture. When NHK interviewed fire departments in various places, people who were injured by the wind and snow from the 7th, such as falling due to the wind and falling from the roof during snow removal, were injured on the morning of the 8th. As of 11 o'clock, there are at least 26 people. In each case, there is no difference in life.

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Decided to request the government of Kyoto Prefecture to issue a state of emergency New Corona

2021-01-08 13:37:00
Kyoto Prefecture held a meeting of the Coronavirus Countermeasures Headquarters and decided to request the government to issue a state of emergency in response to the rapid spread of the infection in the prefecture.

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Decided to request the government of Kyoto Prefecture to issue a state of emergency New Corona

2021-01-08 13:37:00
Kyoto Prefecture held a meeting of the Coronavirus Countermeasures Headquarters and decided to request the government to issue a state of emergency in response to the rapid spread of the infection in the prefecture.

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Rapid increase in snowfall including flatlands in Hokuriku such as Fukui Be wary of strong winds in northern Japan

2021-01-08 13:34:00
Due to the strong winter-type pressure distribution, it snows mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side, and in Hokuriku and other areas, snowfall is increasing rapidly, including on flat ground. Winds are expected to increase, especially in northern Japan, so be wary of the effects of snowstorms and heavy snowfall on traffic, and be careful of avalanches and accidents during snow removal work.

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Rapid increase in snowfall including flatlands in Hokuriku such as Fukui Be wary of strong winds in northern Japan

2021-01-08 13:34:00
Due to the strong winter-type pressure distribution, it snows mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side, and in Hokuriku and other areas, snowfall is increasing rapidly, including on flat ground. Winds are expected to increase, especially in northern Japan, so be wary of the effects of snowstorms and heavy snowfall on traffic, and be careful of avalanches and accidents during snow removal work.

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Okayama Prefecture New Corona 7 people Confirmed infection A total of 1656 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 13:32:00
Okayama Prefecture announced that it has been confirmed that two people in Tamano City, one in Takahashi City, one in Kasaoka City, one in Tsuyama City, one in Nagi Town, and one in Satosho Town have been infected with the new coronavirus. did. This brings the total number of confirmed infections in Okayama Prefecture to 1,656.

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Yamagata Prefecture New Corona 4 people confirmed infection Mikawa Town Tendo Yamagata Residents

2021-01-08 13:30:00
Yamagata Prefecture announced on the 8th that it was confirmed that a total of four men and women in their 20s to 70s living in Mikawa Town, Tendo City, and Yamagata City were infected with the new coronavirus. A total of 422 people have been confirmed infected in Yamagata Prefecture.

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Aomori Higashidori Village A worker was hit by a snowplow and died. Is visibility poor due to a snowstorm?

2021-01-08 13:28:00
Late on the night of the 7th, a 66-year-old man who had been entrusted with snow removal work by the village in Higashidori Village, Aomori Prefecture, was hit by a snowplow and died. At that time, it was a snowstorm, so the police are investigating the cause of the accident.

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Nikkei Stock Average also rises in the afternoon 28,000 yen level for the first time in about 30 years and 5 months

2021-01-08 13:27:00
The Nikkei Stock Average on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on the 8th rose by more than 500 yen in the afternoon, and during the trading hours, it rose to the 28,000 yen level for the first time in about 30 years and 5 months since August 1990. Since the Democratic Party has taken the initiative in both the House of Representatives and the House of Representatives of the United States, many stocks have been ordered to buy from the expectation that large-scale economic measures will be realized after the inauguration of the new Biden administration.

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Nikkei Stock Average also rises in the afternoon 28,000 yen level for the first time in about 30 years and 5 months

2021-01-08 13:27:00
The Nikkei Stock Average on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on the 8th rose by more than 500 yen in the afternoon, and during the trading hours, it rose to the 28,000 yen level for the first time in about 30 years and 5 months since August 1990. Since the Democratic Party has taken the initiative in both the House of Representatives and the House of Representatives of the United States, many stocks have been ordered to buy from the expectation that large-scale economic measures will be realized after the inauguration of the new Biden administration.

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Rough weather Akita 38,800 households Power outages continue In some areas communication failures

2021-01-08 13:24:00
In Akita Prefecture, where a very strong wind blew due to the influence of low pressure, power outages continued from the night of the 7th due to disconnection of electric wires, etc., and as of noon on the 8th, a total of about 3 in 9 municipalities including Akita City. 8,800 households are out of power.

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Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Aso Watching the impact of the state of emergency on the Japanese economy

2021-01-08 13:17:00
At a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Aso expressed his intention to pay close attention to the impact of this state of emergency on the Japanese economy.

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Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Aso Watching the impact of the state of emergency on the Japanese economy

2021-01-08 13:17:00
At a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Aso expressed his intention to pay close attention to the impact of this state of emergency on the Japanese economy.

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Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Tamura “Strive to maintain a medical care provision system by increasing assistance in securing beds”

2021-01-08 13:08:00
In response to the state of emergency targeting one city and three prefectures, Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Tamura will accept people infected with the new coronavirus at a press conference, so the medical care provision system will be increased by increasing assistance to medical institutions that have secured beds. He showed his intention to maintain the above.

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Electricity usage rate 99% in some areas Electricity supply and demand is severe due to cold weather

2021-01-08 13:05:00
Due to the cold weather, electricity demand has increased for eight days, and in some areas, the supply and demand of electricity has become severe, with the usage rate rising to 99% in the morning. Electric power companies are striving to ensure a stable supply by increasing the operating rate of thermal power plants and accommodating electric power.

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Declaration of emergency 1 How to respond to school entrance exams in Tokyo and 3 prefectures

2021-01-08 12:54:00
In response to the state of emergency in one of the three prefectures in the Tokyo metropolitan area, schools are busy taking measures against the new coronavirus before the entrance examination. We have summarized the movements related to education.

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Former comfort women's damages trial Orders the Japanese government to compensate the district court in Seoul

2021-01-08 12:54:00
On the 8th, a district court in Seoul granted the plaintiff's complaint in a trial seeking damages from the Japanese government, saying that 12 former Korean comfort women were "mentally distressed". In response, he sentenced the plaintiffs to pay 100 million won per plaintiff, or about 9.5 million yen in Japanese yen. It is inevitable that Japan-South Korea relations will cool further.

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Former comfort women's damages trial Orders the Japanese government to compensate the district court in Seoul

2021-01-08 12:54:00
On the 8th, a district court in Seoul granted the plaintiff's complaint in a trial seeking damages from the Japanese government, saying that 12 former Korean comfort women were "mentally distressed". In response, he sentenced the plaintiffs to pay 100 million won per plaintiff, or about 9.5 million yen in Japanese yen. It is inevitable that Japan-South Korea relations will cool further.

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Sky flight 247 canceled (11:00 am on the 8th)

2021-01-08 12:48:00
Domestic air flights have been affected by snow and wind on the 8th, and 247 flights have been canceled, including flights to and from the Sea of ​​Japan side and Hokkaido.

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Nikkei Stock Average rises 475 yen in the morning following the highest price update in NY

2021-01-08 12:42:00
On the 8th, the Nikkei Stock Average has risen by more than 400 yen in the hope that large-scale economic measures will be realized in the United States.

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"The most important point in the middle of the third wave is to stop the flow of people." Governor of Tokyo

2021-01-08 12:35:00
Governor Koike of Tokyo told reporters at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government that the state of emergency was declared, "The most important point is to stop the flow of people," and will thoroughly telework and postpone the New Year's party. We called for cooperation in measures to reduce contact between people.

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"The most important point in the middle of the third wave is to stop the flow of people." Governor of Tokyo

2021-01-08 12:35:00
Governor Koike of Tokyo told reporters at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government that the state of emergency was declared, "The most important point is to stop the flow of people," and will thoroughly telework and postpone the New Year's party. We called for cooperation in measures to reduce contact between people.

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Fukui Prefecture New Corona 7 people confirmed infection Men and women under 10 to 70s

2021-01-08 12:26:00
Fukui Prefecture announced on the 8th that it has been confirmed that seven men and women under the age of 10 to 70s have been infected with the new coronavirus. Infections have been confirmed in Fukui Prefecture for 5 consecutive days, and the cumulative number of infected people has reached 387.

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Fukui "Significant heavy snow information" Be wary of traffic obstacles Meteorological Observatory

2021-01-08 12:23:00
At 11:32 am, the Fukui Local Meteorological Observatory released Fukui Prefecture meteorological information regarding significant heavy snowfall.

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Yen exchange rate drops to 104 yen due to rising US long-term interest rates

2021-01-08 12:09:00
The dollar was bought due to the Tokyo foreign exchange market on the 8th and the rise in long-term interest rates in the United States, and the yen exchange rate temporarily dropped to 104 yen per dollar.

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US President Trump's "Focus on Transition to Government" Thoughts on Accepting Election Results

2021-01-08 12:02:00
President-elect Donald Trump accused the violence of the temporary occupation of the Federal Capitol by demonstrators who opposed the result of the presidential election, and said, "The new administration has confirmed the election result. It will be launched on the 20th of this month, "he said, accepting the election of President-elect Biden and cooperating in a smooth transition to power.

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"Expansion of infection by orders of magnitude" Request to promote telework to three economic groups Minister Nishimura

2021-01-08 12:01:00
In response to the state of emergency targeting Tokyo and other three prefectures, Nishimura, the minister in charge of economic revitalization, pointed out in a video conference with three economic organizations that "the infection has spread by orders of magnitude compared to last spring." , Requested refraining from going out and promoting telework.

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"Expansion of infection by orders of magnitude" Request to promote telework to three economic groups Minister Nishimura

2021-01-08 12:01:00
In response to the state of emergency targeting Tokyo and other three prefectures, Nishimura, the minister in charge of economic revitalization, pointed out in a video conference with three economic organizations that "the infection has spread by orders of magnitude compared to last spring." , Requested refraining from going out and promoting telework.

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"Expansion of infection by orders of magnitude" Request to promote telework to three economic groups Minister Nishimura

2021-01-08 12:01:00
In response to the state of emergency targeting Tokyo and other three prefectures, Nishimura, the minister in charge of economic revitalization, pointed out in a video conference with three economic organizations that "the infection has spread by orders of magnitude compared to last spring." , Requested refraining from going out and promoting telework.

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Yamaguchi Prefecture New Corona 1 person Confirmed infection A total of 657 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 11:53:00
Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, announced that it was confirmed that a man in his 60s living in the city was infected with the new coronavirus. This brings the total number of confirmed infections in Yamaguchi Prefecture to 657.

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A car stuck in a railroad crossing in Yurihama Town, Tottori, collides with a train. Is it due to snow?

2021-01-08 11:52:00
On the 8th, a light passenger car got stuck in a snow-covered railroad crossing in Yurihama Town, Tottori Prefecture, and collided with a JR rapid train. The man who drove the car evacuated before the collision and told NHK that he was "stuck in the snow at the railroad crossing and couldn't move."

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Tottori Prefecture New Corona New Corona Confirmed Infection to a Total of 161 People in the Prefecture

2021-01-08 11:19:00
Tottori Prefecture has announced that it has been confirmed that two new people have been infected with the new coronavirus in the prefecture. With this, the total number of confirmed infections in the prefecture is 161.

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Koichi Aiboshi appointed as new Korean ambassador

2021-01-08 11:16:00
As Japan-South Korea relations chilled, the government decided at a cabinet meeting on the 8th to appoint Israeli ambassador Koichi Aiboshi as the new Korean ambassador.

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Electric power supply and demand in Kansai Electric Power Co., Inc.

2021-01-08 11:14:00
As the minimum temperature is below freezing and the demand for heating is increasing in various places, the electricity usage rate within the Kansai Electric Power Company's jurisdiction reached 95% on the morning of the 8th, and the supply and demand situation continues to be severe.

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Foreign Minister Motegi and Argentine Foreign Minister meet to further strengthen economic relations

2021-01-08 11:13:00
Foreign Minister Motegi met with Foreign Minister Soller in the visited country of Argentina, and in order to improve the business environment of Japanese companies expanding into the local area, the legal framework such as the conclusion of a tax treaty to prevent double taxation on companies We agreed to proceed with the development and further strengthen the economic relations between the two countries.

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Kumamoto Prefecture New Corona 2 people confirmed infection A total of 2185 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 11:10:00
Kumamoto City announced that it has been found that two men, a man in his 40s and a man in his 20s, are infected with the new coronavirus. As a result, a total of 2,185 people have been confirmed to be infected in the prefecture.

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Hiroshima Prefecture New Corona Kure confirmed infection of 5 people A total of 3839 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 11:08:00
Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture, announced that it has been confirmed that five new people in their teens to 70s are infected with the new coronavirus. This brings the total number of confirmed infections in the prefecture to 3839.

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Shimane Prefecture New Corona 3 people confirmed infection A total of 221 people in the prefecture

2021-01-08 11:06:00
Matsue City announced that it has been confirmed that two people living in the city are newly infected with the new coronavirus. In addition, it was announced that one person living in Onan Town was newly infected with the new coronavirus. This brings the total number of people confirmed to be infected in Shimane Prefecture to 221.

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Fukushima Prefecture New Corona 38 people confirmed infection Shimogo Town's first confirmed infected person

2021-01-08 11:00:00
Fukushima Prefecture announced on the 8th that it was confirmed that 38 new people were infected with the new coronavirus.

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Consumption spending increased for 2 consecutive months due to “needing demand” November last year

2021-01-08 10:56:00
The amount spent by two or more households last November increased by 1.1% over the same month of the previous year, increasing for the second straight month. This is because the new coronavirus has increased spending related to so-called "needing demand" such as foodstuffs and utility bills.

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Consumption spending increased for 2 consecutive months due to “needing demand” November last year

2021-01-08 10:56:00
The amount spent by two or more households last November increased by 1.1% over the same month of the previous year, increasing for the second straight month. This is because the new coronavirus has increased spending related to so-called "needing demand" such as foodstuffs and utility bills.

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Rough weather Akita Approximately 46,000 households have power outages Evacuation shelters opened

2021-01-08 10:50:00
In Akita Prefecture, where a very strong wind blew due to the influence of low pressure, power outages continued from the night of the 7th due to disconnection of electric wires, etc., and as of 10 am on the 8th, a total of about 4 in 8 municipalities including Akita City. There are 4,600 households out of power.

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Rough weather Akita Approximately 46,000 households have power outages Evacuation shelters opened

2021-01-08 10:50:00
In Akita Prefecture, where a very strong wind blew due to the influence of low pressure, power outages continued from the night of the 7th due to disconnection of electric wires, etc., and as of 10 am on the 8th, a total of about 4 in 8 municipalities including Akita City. There are 4,600 households out of power.

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Matsue New Corona 2 people confirmed infection Shimane Prefecture total 220 people

2021-01-08 10:48:00
Matsue City announced that it has been confirmed that two people living in the city are newly infected with the new coronavirus. This brings the total number of people confirmed to be infected in Shimane Prefecture to 220.

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Snow is expected to increase in the center of the Sea of ​​Japan, and wind is expected to increase in the center of northern Japan.

2021-01-08 10:47:00
Due to the strong winter-type pressure distribution, snow is getting stronger mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side, and snow is increasing rapidly in Hokuriku and other areas. Winds are expected to increase, especially in northern Japan, so be wary of the effects of snowstorms and heavy snowfall on traffic, and be careful of avalanches and accidents during snow removal work.

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Snow is expected to increase in the center of the Sea of ​​Japan, and wind is expected to increase in the center of northern Japan.

2021-01-08 10:47:00
Due to the strong winter-type pressure distribution, snow is getting stronger mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side, and snow is increasing rapidly in Hokuriku and other areas. Winds are expected to increase, especially in northern Japan, so be wary of the effects of snowstorms and heavy snowfall on traffic, and be careful of avalanches and accidents during snow removal work.

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US President Trump's "Focus on Transition to Government" Thoughts on Accepting Election Results

2021-01-08 10:36:00
In a video posted on Twitter on the 7th, President Trump said, "Parliament has finalized the election results and a new administration will be launched on the 20th of this month. I will ensure a smooth, orderly and seamless transition. We will focus on being able to do so. Healing and reconciliation are required. "He said he would accept the election of the next president, Byden, and cooperate in a smooth transition to the administration. However, he did not change his stance of questioning the legitimacy of the election.

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Fukui "Significant heavy snow information" Be wary of traffic obstacles Meteorological Observatory

2021-01-08 10:34:00
The Fukui Local Meteorological Observatory announced "Fukui Prefecture Meteorological Information on Significant Heavy Snow" at 9:34 am.

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Fukui "Significant heavy snow information" Be wary of traffic obstacles Meteorological Observatory

2021-01-08 10:34:00
The Fukui Local Meteorological Observatory announced "Fukui Prefecture Meteorological Information on Significant Heavy Snow" at 9:34 am.

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Yen exchange rate drops somewhat

2021-01-08 10:32:00
On the 8th, the Tokyo foreign exchange market, the yen exchange rate has fallen somewhat against the dollar. Market officials said, "The move to sell the yen and buy the dollar is predominant in response to the rise in long-term interest rates in the United States from the view that the next administration of Biden in the United States has become easier to mobilize public finances with the issuance of government bonds. It has become. "

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Tohoku Shinkansen operation resumed

2021-01-08 10:29:00
According to JR East, the Tohoku-Hokkaido Line had been suspended from the first train on the up and down lines between Sendai Station and Morioka Station due to the freezing of the overhead line, but it resumed operation at 10:11 am.

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Nikkei Stock Average temporarily increased by 400 yen or more, receiving the highest price update in NY

2021-01-08 10:26:00
The Tokyo Stock Exchange and the Nikkei Stock Average on the 8th have risen by more than 400 yen. Market officials said, "In response to the trend that the Dow Jones Industrial Average reached its highest level in the New York market on the 7th due to expectations for economic measures after the inauguration of the new US administration, the Tokyo market also bought mainly semiconductor-related stocks. Orders are increasing. "

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Nikkei Stock Average temporarily increased by 400 yen or more, receiving the highest price update in NY

2021-01-08 10:26:00
The Tokyo Stock Exchange and the Nikkei Stock Average on the 8th have risen by more than 400 yen. Market officials said, "In response to the trend that the Dow Jones Industrial Average reached its highest level in the New York market on the 7th due to expectations for economic measures after the inauguration of the new US administration, the Tokyo market also bought mainly semiconductor-related stocks. Orders are increasing. "

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"I want to overcome the difficult situation by any means" The Prime Minister asks the people for cooperation again

2021-01-08 10:09:00
In response to the declaration of an emergency in Tokyo and other three prefectures as a countermeasure against the new coronavirus, Prime Minister Suga told reporters at the Prime Minister's Office on the morning of the 8th, "Anyway, a difficult situation. I want to overcome it, "and asked the people for their cooperation.

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"I want to overcome the difficult situation by any means" The Prime Minister asks the people for cooperation again

2021-01-08 10:09:00
In response to the declaration of an emergency in Tokyo and other three prefectures as a countermeasure against the new coronavirus, Prime Minister Suga told reporters at the Prime Minister's Office on the morning of the 8th, "Anyway, a difficult situation. I want to overcome it, "and asked the people for their cooperation.

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[Updated from time to time] Damage caused by power outages and building damage due to snow and strong winds in Akita and Niigata

2021-01-08 09:00:00
Due to the effects of snow and strong winds, power outages and partial damage to buildings have occurred in Akita and Niigata prefectures.

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Garbage bag made from used PET bottle caps First introduced in Japan Kobe

2021-01-08 08:19:00
As environmental pollution caused by plastic waste becomes a problem, Kobe City has decided to introduce a designated garbage bag made from used PET bottle caps. According to the city of Kobe, this is the first such initiative in Japan.

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To remain with Sugano Giant who was aiming for a major league transfer

2021-01-08 07:27:00
Tomoyuki Sugano, a professional baseball giant who was aiming to transfer to the major leagues using the posting system, will remain as a giant without reaching a contract with the major league baseball team by the deadline for negotiations.

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Yamagata Tendo House burned down Two bodies found Parents and children living in this house

2021-01-08 07:23:00
On the night of the 7th, a house was burnt down in Tendo City, Yamagata Prefecture, and two bodies were found in the burnt remains. The police are investigating that it was this parent and child who died because they could not contact the 84-year-old woman who lives in this house and her daughter in her 50s.

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New York Stock Market Dow Jones Industrial Average Highest Update

2021-01-08 07:12:00
In the New York stock market on the 7th, the election of President-elect Biden was officially confirmed, and expectations spread that the Democratic Party would take the initiative in the parliament and proceed with economic measures, etc., and the Dow Jones Industrial Average hit a new high. ..

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Snow is getting stronger mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side.

2021-01-08 07:08:00
Due to the strong winter-type pressure distribution, snow is getting stronger mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side, and snow is increasing rapidly in Hokuriku and other areas. As the wind continues to be strong, be wary of the effects of snowstorms and heavy snow on traffic, and be careful of avalanches and accidents during snow removal work.

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Snow is getting stronger mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side.

2021-01-08 07:08:00
Due to the strong winter-type pressure distribution, snow is getting stronger mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side, and snow is increasing rapidly in Hokuriku and other areas. As the wind continues to be strong, be wary of the effects of snowstorms and heavy snow on traffic, and be careful of avalanches and accidents during snow removal work.

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More than 210 empty flights canceled (6:30 am on the 8th)

2021-01-08 06:48:00
More than 210 flights have been canceled so far on the 8th, as bad weather is expected due to blizzards on domestic air flights.

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Impact of wind and snow Closed on highways around the world (6 am on the 8th)

2021-01-08 06:45:00
Due to the influence of wind and snow, highways in various places are closed.

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[Updated from time to time] Damage caused by power outages and building damage due to snow and strong winds in Akita and Niigata

2021-01-08 06:43:00
Due to the effects of snow and strong winds, power outages and partial damage to buildings have occurred in Akita and Niigata prefectures.

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[Updated from time to time] Damage caused by power outages and building damage due to snow and strong winds in Akita and Niigata

2021-01-08 06:43:00
Due to the effects of snow and strong winds, power outages and partial damage to buildings have occurred in Akita and Niigata prefectures.

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Tohoku Shinkansen Sendai-Morioka operation suspension All day suspension on some Yamagata Shinkansen

2021-01-08 06:33:00
According to JR East, the Tohoku-Hokkaido Line has been suspended from the first train on the up and down lines between Sendai Station and Morioka Station due to the frozen overhead line.

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President Trump's Responsibility Intensifying Supporters Temporarily Occupy Capitol

2021-01-08 06:24:00
In the midst of a joint parliamentary meeting to finalize the outcome of the U.S. presidential election, Trump's supporters temporarily occupied the Capitol. There are growing calls for the president's responsibility, such as demanding immediate dismissal.

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Facebook President Trump's account suspended

2021-01-08 04:47:00
Following the temporary occupation of the U.S. Capitol by Trump's supporters, Facebook will suspend President Trump's account indefinitely and will not be able to post at least until the peaceful transition is complete. I announced that it will be.

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About 90 cars could not move temporarily on the Hokuriku Expressway in Ishikawa Prefecture

2021-01-08 04:41:00
On the Hokuriku Expressway, on the night of the 7th, two large vehicles were stuck in Ishikawa prefecture due to snow, and as a result, about 90 cars were temporarily stuck. According to the Central Nippon Expressway, as a result of snow removal and other work, all cars were moved from the site by 3:30 am on the 8th.

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Policy aimed at amending the Infectious Diseases Control Law in the ordinary Diet session

2021-01-08 04:39:00
As people infected with the new coronavirus often refuse to respond to requests from local governments for accommodation or refuse to investigate health centers, the government will convene a regular Diet session this month to improve its effectiveness. The policy is to revise the Infectious Diseases Control Law.

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State of emergency "Reduce contact between people", the city strongly calls

2021-01-08 04:18:00
In response to the state of emergency, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has requested a thorough refrain from going out unnecessarily and shortening business hours until 8:00 pm from the 8th. On the 7th, confirmation of infections exceeding 2000 people for the first time is not expected to decrease significantly immediately, and the city is strongly calling for cooperation to reduce contact between people.

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Power supply and demand is expected to become tight. First instruction to operate at maximum output

2021-01-08 04:16:00
As the use of heating is increasing in various places due to the influence of the cold, the supply and demand of electricity is expected to be severe on the 8th. For the first time, an organization that regulates the supply and demand of electric power nationwide has issued instructions to power generation companies in the Tokyo metropolitan area and Kansai to operate at maximum output, and electric power companies are trying to secure a stable supply.

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Power supply and demand is expected to become tight. First instruction to operate at maximum output

2021-01-08 04:16:00
As the use of heating is increasing in various places due to the influence of the cold, the supply and demand of electricity is expected to be severe on the 8th. For the first time, an organization that regulates the supply and demand of electric power nationwide has issued instructions to power generation companies in the Tokyo metropolitan area and Kansai to operate at maximum output, and electric power companies are trying to secure a stable supply.

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Power supply and demand is expected to become tight. First instruction to operate at maximum output

2021-01-08 04:16:00
As the use of heating is increasing in various places due to the influence of the cold, the supply and demand of electricity is expected to be severe on the 8th. For the first time, an organization that regulates the supply and demand of electric power nationwide has issued instructions to power generation companies in the Tokyo metropolitan area and Kansai to operate at maximum output, and electric power companies are trying to secure a stable supply.

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Road collapse in Chofu, Tokyo East Nippon Expressway sets up a consultation desk for residents

2021-01-08 04:15:00
The East Nippon Expressway, which is constructing a road underground near the site for depressions and cavities found in a residential area in Chofu City, Tokyo last October, has a dedicated window for consultations with local residents. It will be set up from the 8th and will be dealt with.

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Izakaya, which is closed due to a short time request, cannot be expected to attract customers by 8 pm

2021-01-08 04:01:00
Following the government's state of emergency for one metropolitan area and three prefectures, it was judged that some izakaya chains in Tokyo would be unable to operate after 8:00 pm, which is expected to attract customers, which would affect management. However, some stores have decided to close.

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Emergency Declaration Major courier companies continue to operate as usual

2021-01-08 03:59:00
While an urgent declaration of countermeasures against the new coronavirus was issued in 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures, major courier companies such as "Yamato Transport", "Sagawa Express" and "Japan Post" are taking measures to prevent infection of employees. After thorough implementation, we will continue the delivery business as usual.

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State of Emergency Declaration Prime Minister Suga "I will definitely improve the situation in a month"

2021-01-08 03:58:00
As a countermeasure against the new coronavirus, Prime Minister Suga issued a state of emergency targeting Tokyo and other prefectures, calling for cooperation, saying that "the situation will definitely improve in a month." On the other hand, regarding Osaka Prefecture, etc., we are not in a situation to issue a declaration at this time, and we will continue to analyze it.

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State of Emergency Declaration Prime Minister Suga "I will definitely improve the situation in a month"

2021-01-08 03:58:00
As a countermeasure against the new coronavirus, Prime Minister Suga issued a state of emergency targeting Tokyo and other prefectures, calling for cooperation, saying that "the situation will definitely improve in a month." On the other hand, regarding Osaka Prefecture, etc., we are not in a situation to issue a declaration at this time, and we will continue to analyze it.

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A car is temporarily stuck in Akita prefecture

2021-01-08 02:34:00
On the prefectural road in Ogata Village, Akita Prefecture, eight cars were stranded for a while on the night of the 7th, but it was resolved as snow was removed.

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"Receive vaccinations for infants and cancer screenings as planned" Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare

2021-01-08 02:03:00
With the spread of the new coronavirus, the government has declared a state of emergency and demanded that people refrain from going out unnecessarily, and the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare is calling for vaccinations for infants as planned.

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Osaka Hyogo Kyoto Final adjustment for request for issuance of state of emergency

2021-01-08 01:02:00
Following the spread of the new coronavirus in the Keihanshin area, Osaka, Hyogo, and Kyoto have entered into final adjustments to request the government to issue a state of emergency. The three prefectures want to curb the spread of infection by taking collaborative measures, and on the 8th, they will hold a meeting of the countermeasures headquarters to decide the policy.

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If the school is closed due to the influence of corona, support for parents

2021-01-08 00:40:00
There is a system to support parents when the school where their children attend is temporarily closed due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection.

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Nishimura Economic Revitalization Minister To request cooperation from Keidanren and others to promote telework

2021-01-08 00:37:00
At a press conference, Mr. Nishimura, the minister in charge of economic revitalization, expressed his intention to request cooperation from three economic organizations such as Keidanren on the 8th in order to promote telework, and said, "Not everyone can do it, but various ideas I would like to ask you to promote it while doing so. Also, after 8 pm, I would appreciate it if you could restrain your work as much as possible and cooperate with refraining from going out. "

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Chiba Prefecture The number of beds secured for patients of the new corona is announced more than the actual situation

2021-01-08 00:26:00
Chiba Prefecture has revealed that it has found that the number of beds it can secure to accept patients with the new coronavirus is actually 42 less than the number previously announced. Bed utilization was even tighter.

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State of emergency Childcare facilities and long-term care services

2021-01-08 00:21:00
On the 7th, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare informed local governments that nursery schools and "after-school children's clubs", so-called after-school childcare, should be opened in principle after thorough infection control measures. The same applies to non-licensed childcare facilities, asking prefectures to provide necessary advice. In addition, regarding child-rearing support in the community and employment support for single-parent families, we notified them to continue the business by responding by telephone or e-mail if interviews are difficult.

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State of emergency What is Chiba's request?

2021-01-08 00:14:00
Details of the request announced by Chiba Prefecture in response to the state of emergency for 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures.

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