This page is the news announced by NHK, a representative TV station in Japan.

Political News(2021/07/15)


Kyoto   Hakone

South Africa riots do not subside and affect Japanese companies Toyota shuts down

2021-07-15 22:56:00
In South Africa, the largest riots since democratization have not subsided, affecting Japanese companies operating locally.

TOP

Xinjiang Uighur Human Rights Issue UNIQLO Cotton Product Procurement “No Problem Confirmed”

2021-07-15 22:08:00
With international criticism growing that cotton products in China's Xinjiang Uighur Autonomous Region were suspected of being produced by forced labor, Fast Retailing, which develops UNIQLO, said at a press conference on the 15th that there were human rights issues in product procurement. Emphasized that it has not been confirmed.

TOP

Floods from heavy rains in western Germany at least 20 dead and 50 missing

2021-07-15 21:48:00
In western Germany, heavy rains have caused floods in many parts of the country, with local media reporting that at least 20 people have died and 50 are missing. Chancellor Angela Merkel issued a statement saying she was "shocked".

TOP

Liberal Democratic Party member of the House of Representatives suspended from office

2021-07-15 21:15:00
In response to reports that a member of the Liberal Democratic Party, Yoichi Anami, had been having a dinner with alcohol for a long time against the request of Tokyo earlier this month when priority measures such as prevention of spread were applied to Tokyo. The Liberal Democratic Party has suspended Mr. Anami.

TOP

Atami debris flow A new body is found

2021-07-15 20:44:00
On the 15th, a new body was found in a large-scale debris flow in Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture, and 12 people died. The whereabouts of 16 people are still unknown.

TOP

Olympic Basketball Men's National Team Rui Hachimura "I'm really looking forward to it"

2021-07-15 19:45:00
Rui Hachimura, the Japanese national basketball player at the Tokyo Olympics for men's basketball, said in an interview, "I'm really looking forward to fighting on the big stage."

TOP

Decided to refrain from viewing the torch stand installed in the coastal area of ​​the Olympics

2021-07-15 19:22:00
In response to the fact that the Tokyo Olympics were held in the midst of a state of emergency, the Games Organizing Committee restricted access to the area around the torch stand set up in the coastal area during the Games. I decided to call for refraining from viewing the Olympic Games. In addition, the sales of official merchandise stores planned in the surrounding area will be postponed, and the area that symbolizes the Tokyo Olympics will have to undergo a major overhaul of the plan.

TOP

Decided to refrain from viewing the torch stand installed in the coastal area of ​​the Olympics

2021-07-15 19:22:00
In response to the fact that the Tokyo Olympics were held in the midst of a state of emergency, the Games Organizing Committee restricted access to the area around the torch stand set up in the coastal area during the Games. I decided to call for refraining from viewing the Olympic Games. In addition, the sales of official merchandise stores planned in the surrounding area will be postponed, and the area that symbolizes the Tokyo Olympics will have to undergo a major overhaul of the plan.

TOP

Experts point out whether the Atami debris flow embankment has increased the power of containing a large amount of water

2021-07-15 19:20:00
Experts have found that the debris flow in Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture, which contains a large amount of embankment, has a higher proportion of water than the debris flow that occurs in the natural ground. Experts point out that the embankment has the characteristic of containing more water, and that a large amount of water may have increased the speed and power of the debris flow.

TOP

Experts point out whether the Atami debris flow embankment has increased the power of containing a large amount of water

2021-07-15 19:20:00
Experts have found that the debris flow in Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture, which contains a large amount of embankment, has a higher proportion of water than the debris flow that occurs in the natural ground. Experts point out that the embankment has the characteristic of containing more water, and that a large amount of water may have increased the speed and power of the debris flow.

TOP

A series of accidents calling attention to children's swimwear with a mesh lining

2021-07-15 19:19:00
The National Consumer Affairs Center of Japan is calling attention to the fact that there have been a series of accidents in which the skin of the male genitalia was caught in the gaps between the fabrics and injured when wearing a swimsuit for children with a mesh fabric lining.

TOP

A series of accidents calling attention to children's swimwear with a mesh lining

2021-07-15 19:19:00
The National Consumer Affairs Center of Japan is calling attention to the fact that there have been a series of accidents in which the skin of the male genitalia was caught in the gaps between the fabrics and injured when wearing a swimsuit for children with a mesh fabric lining.

TOP

Yokohama District Inspection

2021-07-15 19:09:00
On the 15th, the Yokohama District Prosecutor's Office dismissed all five executives of another gangster who were arrested for stabbing and killing a 36-year-old gangster at a ramen shop in Yokohama. did.

TOP

Official practice at the Olympic Games venue Start with sailing Adjust for production

2021-07-15 19:06:00
The official practice held at the Tokyo Olympic Games venue began sailing on the 15th prior to other competitions, and the players of each team, including the Japan national team, have begun final adjustments for the actual competition.

TOP

Coalition President Raises Minimum Wage to Support Government for Smooth Local Discussions

2021-07-15 19:03:00
Regarding the minimum wage this year, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare's council provided a guideline for the largest increase ever, said Mr. Kozu, chairman of the coalition, saying, "It is necessary for the government to play a role in leading to smooth discussions in rural areas. He said that government support was essential to raise the minimum wage.

TOP

Coalition President Raises Minimum Wage to Support Government for Smooth Local Discussions

2021-07-15 19:03:00
Regarding the minimum wage this year, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare's council provided a guideline for the largest increase ever, said Mr. Kozu, chairman of the coalition, saying, "It is necessary for the government to play a role in leading to smooth discussions in rural areas. He said that government support was essential to raise the minimum wage.

TOP

Ikebukuro Runaway Accident Trial Prosecutor's 90-year-old defendant sentenced to 7 years in prison

2021-07-15 18:59:00
The prosecutor's office sentenced him to seven years in prison in a trial of a 90-year-old defendant accused of causing his mother and child to die in a runaway car in Ikebukuro, Tokyo. Meanwhile, the defense once again pleaded not guilty and all the trials were over.

TOP

Ikebukuro Runaway Accident Trial Prosecutor's 90-year-old defendant sentenced to 7 years in prison

2021-07-15 18:59:00
The prosecutor's office sentenced him to seven years in prison in a trial of a 90-year-old defendant accused of causing his mother and child to die in a runaway car in Ikebukuro, Tokyo. Meanwhile, the defense once again pleaded not guilty and all the trials were over.

TOP

Statement calling for withdrawal of Japanese companies from Myanmar development projects Human rights groups

2021-07-15 18:57:00
As the military continues to crack down on citizens in Myanmar, an international human rights group held a press conference in Tokyo on the 15th, and a complex facility development project being promoted locally by Japanese companies and others provided funding to the military. We issued a joint statement calling for withdrawal from the business, saying that it may have led to.

TOP

Decided to refrain from viewing the torch stand installed in the coastal area of ​​the Olympics

2021-07-15 18:49:00
In response to the fact that the Tokyo Olympics were held in the midst of a state of emergency, the Games Organizing Committee restricted access to the area around the torch stand set up in the coastal area during the Games. I decided to call for refraining from viewing the Olympic Games. In addition, the sales of official merchandise stores planned in the surrounding area will be postponed, and the area that symbolizes the Tokyo Olympics will have to undergo a major overhaul of the plan.

TOP

Decided to refrain from viewing the torch stand installed in the coastal area of ​​the Olympics

2021-07-15 18:49:00
In response to the fact that the Tokyo Olympics were held in the midst of a state of emergency, the Games Organizing Committee restricted access to the area around the torch stand set up in the coastal area during the Games. I decided to call for refraining from viewing the Olympic Games. In addition, the sales of official merchandise stores planned in the surrounding area will be postponed, and the area that symbolizes the Tokyo Olympics will have to undergo a major overhaul of the plan.

TOP

"Expression inconvenience exhibition" to be held from 16th Osaka High Court decided to allow the use of facilities

2021-07-15 18:45:00
The Osaka High Court decided to use the facility on the side of the organizer because the facility in Osaka, which is the venue for the exhibition with the theme of "inconvenience of expression", canceled the reservation for use due to a series of protests. The decision was made to approve the exhibition, and the exhibition will be held as scheduled from the 16th.

TOP

"Expression inconvenience exhibition" to be held from 16th Osaka High Court decided to allow the use of facilities

2021-07-15 18:45:00
The Osaka High Court decided to use the facility on the side of the organizer because the facility in Osaka, which is the venue for the exhibition with the theme of "inconvenience of expression", canceled the reservation for use due to a series of protests. The decision was made to approve the exhibition, and the exhibition will be held as scheduled from the 16th.

TOP

Extension of subway Yurakucho line, etc. “Tokyo Metro main body” council report

2021-07-15 18:43:00
The council of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, which has been discussing the management of Tokyo Metro, has put together a report that Tokyo Metro should take the lead in extending the extension of the Yurakucho subway line. The government and Tokyo should cut the sale of their shares in half for the time being and support the extension.

TOP

Extension of subway Yurakucho line, etc. “Tokyo Metro main body” council report

2021-07-15 18:43:00
The council of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, which has been discussing the management of Tokyo Metro, has put together a report that Tokyo Metro should take the lead in extending the extension of the Yurakucho subway line. The government and Tokyo should cut the sale of their shares in half for the time being and support the extension.

TOP

Extension of subway Yurakucho line, etc. “Tokyo Metro main body” council report

2021-07-15 18:43:00
The council of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, which has been discussing the management of Tokyo Metro, has put together a report that Tokyo Metro should take the lead in extending the extension of the Yurakucho subway line. The government and Tokyo should cut the sale of their shares in half for the time being and support the extension.

TOP

Atami Opened "Housing Counseling" window for people affected by the disaster More than 500 people have been evacuated

2021-07-15 18:40:00
In Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture, where many houses were damaged by a large-scale debris flow, a window was opened on the 15th to provide consultation on the housing of the affected people.

TOP

Before the opening of the Olympics Prime Minister Suga inspected Narita Airport and instructed thorough border measures

2021-07-15 18:37:00
Ahead of the opening of the Tokyo Olympics next week, Prime Minister Suga inspected the border measures of athletes entering from overseas at Narita Airport and instructed them to take further measures to protect the lives and health of the people.

TOP

Atmospheric instability centered on West Japan and Tokai

2021-07-15 18:34:00
Although the temperature rose nationwide on the 15th, the atmospheric conditions became unstable mainly in western and eastern Japan due to the influence of the cold air in the sky, and it was raining extremely heavily locally. Atmospheric instability is expected to continue from western Japan to the Tokai on the 16th, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for careful attention to sediment-related disasters, inundation of low land, and sudden flooding of rivers.

TOP

Atmospheric instability centered on West Japan and Tokai

2021-07-15 18:34:00
Although the temperature rose nationwide on the 15th, the atmospheric conditions became unstable mainly in western and eastern Japan due to the influence of the cold air in the sky, and it was raining extremely heavily locally. Atmospheric instability is expected to continue from western Japan to the Tokai on the 16th, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for careful attention to sediment-related disasters, inundation of low land, and sudden flooding of rivers.

TOP

[Video] Heavy rain hits the road Hiroshima Fukuyama 5:30 pm on the 15th

2021-07-15 18:27:00
This video was taken at around 5:30 pm on the 15th in Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture. Heavy rain hits the road, and the drains on the side of the road are flooded with water.

TOP

Yen exchange rate rises US dollar selling and yen buying movement dominates due to falling long-term interest rates in the US

2021-07-15 18:27:00
On the 15th, the yen exchange rate rose in the Tokyo foreign exchange market.

TOP

Miyagi Sake Brewery Order Cancellation Successive Severe Situations Tokyo's 4th Declaration

2021-07-15 18:25:00
Due to the fourth state of emergency declared in Tokyo from this week, orders have been canceled one after another at sake breweries in Miyagi prefecture, and we are facing a difficult situation.

TOP

Miyagi Sake Brewery Order Cancellation Successive Severe Situations Tokyo's 4th Declaration

2021-07-15 18:25:00
Due to the fourth state of emergency declared in Tokyo from this week, orders have been canceled one after another at sake breweries in Miyagi prefecture, and we are facing a difficult situation.

TOP

Hiroshima Fukuyama Habara River falls below the flood risk level

2021-07-15 18:12:00
According to Hiroshima Prefecture, the Habara River, which flows through Fukuyama City, temporarily exceeded the inundation risk water level at the Matsunaga Observatory, but fell below it at 5:50 pm.

TOP

Ikebukuro Runaway Accident Trial Prosecutor's 90-year-old defendant sentenced to 7 years in prison

2021-07-15 18:04:00
The prosecutor's office sentenced him to seven years in prison in a trial of a 90-year-old defendant accused of causing his mother and child to die in a runaway car in Ikebukuro, Tokyo. Meanwhile, the defense once again pleaded not guilty and all the trials were over.

TOP

Ikebukuro Runaway Accident Trial Prosecutor's 90-year-old defendant sentenced to 7 years in prison

2021-07-15 18:04:00
The prosecutor's office sentenced him to seven years in prison in a trial of a 90-year-old defendant accused of causing his mother and child to die in a runaway car in Ikebukuro, Tokyo. Meanwhile, the defense once again pleaded not guilty and all the trials were over.

TOP

Decided to refrain from viewing the torch stand installed in the coastal area of ​​the Olympics

2021-07-15 17:56:00
In response to the fact that the Tokyo Olympics were held in the midst of a state of emergency, the Games Organizing Committee restricted access to the area around the torch stand set up in the coastal area during the Games. I decided to call for refraining from viewing the Olympic Games. In addition, the sales of official merchandise stores planned in the surrounding area will be postponed, and the area that symbolizes the Tokyo Olympics will have to undergo a major overhaul of the plan.

TOP

Decided to refrain from viewing the torch stand installed in the coastal area of ​​the Olympics

2021-07-15 17:56:00
In response to the fact that the Tokyo Olympics were held in the midst of a state of emergency, the Games Organizing Committee restricted access to the area around the torch stand set up in the coastal area during the Games. I decided to call for refraining from viewing the Olympic Games. In addition, the sales of official merchandise stores planned in the surrounding area will be postponed, and the area that symbolizes the Tokyo Olympics will have to undergo a major overhaul of the plan.

TOP

Hiroshima Fukuyama Habara River exceeds the flood risk water level

2021-07-15 17:52:00
According to Hiroshima Prefecture, the Habara River, which flows through Fukuyama City, exceeded the flood risk level at 5:20 pm at the Matsunaga Observatory. Hiroshima Prefecture is calling on nearby residents to be vigilant because the risk of flooding is increasing.

TOP

Confirmation of policy to call for extraordinary Diet session before the opening of the Olympics on the opposition side such as the Constitutional Democratic Party

2021-07-15 17:38:00
With the opening of the Tokyo Olympics coming next week, opposition parties such as the Constitutional Democratic Party should convene an extraordinary Diet session before the opening of the Games on the 16th, saying that they should prepare for unforeseen circumstances such as a rapid increase in infected people. I confirmed the policy to ask you to do so.

TOP

Extension of subway Yurakucho line, etc. “Tokyo Metro main body” council report

2021-07-15 17:35:00
The council of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, which has been discussing the management of Tokyo Metro, has put together a report that Tokyo Metro should take the lead in extending the extension of the Yurakucho subway line. The government and Tokyo should cut the sale of their shares in half for the time being and support the extension.

TOP

Extension of subway Yurakucho line, etc. “Tokyo Metro main body” council report

2021-07-15 17:35:00
The council of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, which has been discussing the management of Tokyo Metro, has put together a report that Tokyo Metro should take the lead in extending the extension of the Yurakucho subway line. The government and Tokyo should cut the sale of their shares in half for the time being and support the extension.

TOP

Extension of subway Yurakucho line, etc. “Tokyo Metro main body” council report

2021-07-15 17:35:00
The council of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, which has been discussing the management of Tokyo Metro, has put together a report that Tokyo Metro should take the lead in extending the extension of the Yurakucho subway line. The government and Tokyo should cut the sale of their shares in half for the time being and support the extension.

TOP

Residents of the "Black Rain" Proceedings Propose "Hiroshima City Gives Up Appeal"

2021-07-15 17:29:00
Immediately after the atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima, residents and others complained that they had suffered health damage due to the so-called "black rain" containing radioactive substances. Residents requested Hiroshima City not to appeal to the Supreme Court on the 15th after issuing a ruling that it was recognized as an atomic bomb survivor.

TOP

Atami Opened "Housing Counseling" window for people affected by the disaster More than 500 people have been evacuated

2021-07-15 17:24:00
In Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture, where many houses were damaged by a large-scale debris flow, a window was opened on the 15th to provide consultation on the housing of the affected people.

TOP

"Infection spreads rapidly" Early over the third wave Metropolitan Monitoring Conference

2021-07-15 17:18:00
At a monitoring conference in Tokyo, experts pointed out that "infection is spreading rapidly in Tokyo." If the current rate of increase continues, the average for 7 days will exceed 2400 in 4 weeks, and if the spread of infection accelerates due to the influence of mutant virus etc., there is a strong concern that it will exceed the third wave of the new year at an early stage. It was.

TOP

"Infection spreads rapidly" Early over the third wave Metropolitan Monitoring Conference

2021-07-15 17:18:00
At a monitoring conference in Tokyo, experts pointed out that "infection is spreading rapidly in Tokyo." If the current rate of increase continues, the average for 7 days will exceed 2400 in 4 weeks, and if the spread of infection accelerates due to the influence of mutant virus etc., there is a strong concern that it will exceed the third wave of the new year at an early stage. It was.

TOP

Olympics "School cooperation watching ticket" Miyagi Ibaraki Shizuoka 3 prefectures utilization prospects

2021-07-15 17:07:00
While it has been decided that the Tokyo Olympics will be held without spectators at most venues, in the three prefectures held with spectators, even in two prefectures other than Ibaraki, which only accepts "school cooperation watching tickets" for children. , It turned out that the school cooperation watching ticket is expected to be used.

TOP

Olympics "School cooperation watching ticket" Miyagi Ibaraki Shizuoka 3 prefectures utilization prospects

2021-07-15 17:07:00
While it has been decided that the Tokyo Olympics will be held without spectators at most venues, in the three prefectures held with spectators, even in two prefectures other than Ibaraki, which only accepts "school cooperation watching tickets" for children. , It turned out that the school cooperation watching ticket is expected to be used.

TOP

Liberal Democratic Party Yoshimasa Hayashi Former Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Yamaguchi 3rd district to be a candidate for the House of Representatives

2021-07-15 17:00:00
Former Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Yoshimasa Hayashi of the Liberal Democratic Party, who was elected to the Yamaguchi constituency of the House of Councilors, has officially announced that he will run for the next House of Representatives election from the Yamaguchi 3rd district. Former Chief Cabinet Secretary Kawamura of the incumbent Liberal Democratic Party is planning to run for the Yamaguchi 3rd district, so it is expected that there will be a conservative division election.

TOP

[Video] After heavy rain, the road looks like a river Hanamigawa Ward, Chiba City

2021-07-15 16:58:00
This video was taken in a residential area in Hanamigawa Ward, Chiba City around noon on the 15th. After heavy rain, the roads are flooded and brown, muddy water flows like a river.

TOP

Stock price drops by 300 yen or more There is a sense of caution about the future of the economy due to the spread of infection

2021-07-15 16:18:00
On the 15th, the stock price of the Tokyo stock market fell by more than 300 yen.

TOP

Stealth fighter "F35B" deployment destination "Nittahara base is the best" Country explanation

2021-07-15 16:10:00
Regarding the state-of-the-art stealth fighter "F35B" introduced by the Self-Defense Forces, the Kyushu Defense Bureau explained to the local government on the 15th that the Air Self-Defense Force Nittahara Base in Shintomi Town, Miyazaki Prefecture is the best place to deploy. did.

TOP

Stealth fighter "F35B" deployment destination "Nittahara base is the best" Country explanation

2021-07-15 16:10:00
Regarding the state-of-the-art stealth fighter "F35B" introduced by the Self-Defense Forces, the Kyushu Defense Bureau explained to the local government on the 15th that the Air Self-Defense Force Nittahara Base in Shintomi Town, Miyazaki Prefecture is the best place to deploy. did.

TOP

Special natural monument "Japanese grouse" 6 hatchlings at a zoo in Toyama City

2021-07-15 15:52:00
For the first time, six chicks have hatched at a zoo in Toyama City, which is a national special natural monument and is engaged in breeding the endangered Japanese grouse.

TOP

China April-June GDP growth rate + 7.9% year-on-year, positive for 5 consecutive quarters

2021-07-15 15:10:00
China's GDP = Gross Domestic Product growth from April to last month was up 7.9% compared to the same period last year. It was positive for the fifth consecutive term, but the growth rate was smaller than the previous three months, which was the highest ever.

TOP

China April-June GDP growth rate + 7.9% year-on-year, positive for 5 consecutive quarters

2021-07-15 15:10:00
China's GDP = Gross Domestic Product growth from April to last month was up 7.9% compared to the same period last year. It was positive for the fifth consecutive term, but the growth rate was smaller than the previous three months, which was the highest ever.

TOP

Meeting with Astronaut Noguchi, Prime Minister Suga "I will continue to have dreams and hopes for the people"

2021-07-15 15:08:00
Prime Minister Suga met with astronaut Soichi Noguchi, who returned to Japan after spending about half a year in space, and hoped that he would continue to give dreams and hope to the people after aiming for activities in space. I told you.

TOP

"Infection spreads rapidly" Early over the third wave Metropolitan Monitoring Conference

2021-07-15 15:03:00
At a monitoring conference in Tokyo, experts pointed out that "infection is spreading rapidly in Tokyo." If the current rate of increase continues, the average for 7 days will exceed 2400 in 4 weeks, and if the spread of infection accelerates due to the influence of mutant virus etc., there is a strong concern that it will exceed the third wave of the new year at an early stage. It was.

TOP

"Infection spreads rapidly" Early over the third wave Metropolitan Monitoring Conference

2021-07-15 15:03:00
At a monitoring conference in Tokyo, experts pointed out that "infection is spreading rapidly in Tokyo." If the current rate of increase continues, the average for 7 days will exceed 2400 in 4 weeks, and if the spread of infection accelerates due to the influence of mutant virus etc., there is a strong concern that it will exceed the third wave of the new year at an early stage. It was.

TOP

Collaboration with "Unko Drill" Water Accident Prevention Calling on Children

2021-07-15 14:32:00
A popular study reference book for children, "Unko Drill". The Japan Coast Guard has created a pamphlet using this character to encourage children before summer vacation to prevent water accidents.

TOP

Collaboration with "Unko Drill" Water Accident Prevention Calling on Children

2021-07-15 14:32:00
A popular study reference book for children, "Unko Drill". The Japan Coast Guard has created a pamphlet using this character to encourage children before summer vacation to prevent water accidents.

TOP

China April-June GDP growth rate + 7.9% year-on-year, positive for 5 consecutive quarters

2021-07-15 14:04:00
China's GDP = Gross Domestic Product growth from April to last month was up 7.9% compared to the same period last year. It was positive for the fifth consecutive term, but the growth rate was smaller than the previous three months, which was the highest ever.

TOP

China April-June GDP growth rate + 7.9% year-on-year, positive for 5 consecutive quarters

2021-07-15 14:04:00
China's GDP = Gross Domestic Product growth from April to last month was up 7.9% compared to the same period last year. It was positive for the fifth consecutive term, but the growth rate was smaller than the previous three months, which was the highest ever.

TOP

Marukawa Olympic Minister Playbook Violation Press Organizing Committee to identify related parties

2021-07-15 13:56:00
The Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Marukawa reported in the House of Councilors Cabinet Committee that the people involved in the Tokyo Games violated the "Playbook" that summarizes the rules necessary to prevent infection. He identified the person and made it clear that he had asked for remedial action.

TOP

Marukawa Olympic Minister Playbook Violation Press Organizing Committee to identify related parties

2021-07-15 13:56:00
The Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Marukawa reported in the House of Councilors Cabinet Committee that the people involved in the Tokyo Games violated the "Playbook" that summarizes the rules necessary to prevent infection. He identified the person and made it clear that he had asked for remedial action.

TOP

Liberal Democratic Party Yoshimasa Hayashi Former Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Yamaguchi 3rd district to be a candidate for the House of Representatives

2021-07-15 13:33:00
Former Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Yoshimasa Hayashi of the Liberal Democratic Party, who was elected to the Yamaguchi constituency of the House of Councilors, has officially announced that he will run for the next House of Representatives election from the Yamaguchi 3rd district. Former Chief Cabinet Secretary Kawamura of the incumbent Liberal Democratic Party is planning to run for the Yamaguchi 3rd district, so it is expected that there will be a conservative division election.

TOP

Over 450,000 signatures requesting cancellation of the Olympics and paras Submitted to Tokyo

2021-07-15 12:39:00
The number of online signatures calling for the cancellation of the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics has exceeded 450,000. A lawyer who submitted a signature to the host city, Tokyo, expressed concern about the further spread of the infection during the tournament and said, "The event is about to be held without a clear statement as to what the significance of the event is." Said.

TOP

Over 450,000 signatures requesting cancellation of the Olympics and paras Submitted to Tokyo

2021-07-15 12:39:00
The number of online signatures calling for the cancellation of the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics has exceeded 450,000. A lawyer who submitted a signature to the host city, Tokyo, expressed concern about the further spread of the infection during the tournament and said, "The event is about to be held without a clear statement as to what the significance of the event is." Said.

TOP

Residents of the "Black Rain" Proceedings Propose "Hiroshima City Gives Up Appeal"

2021-07-15 12:36:00
Immediately after the atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima, residents and others complained that they had suffered health damage due to the so-called "black rain" containing radioactive substances. Residents requested Hiroshima City not to appeal to the Supreme Court on the 15th after issuing a ruling that it was recognized as an atomic bomb survivor.

TOP

From the morning, there is a risk of extremely heavy rain in the middle of summer days in eastern and western Japan.

2021-07-15 12:16:00
The temperature has risen nationwide on the 15th, and it has been a midsummer day in various places from the morning, but the atmospheric condition remains unstable, and there is a risk of extremely heavy rain accompanied by lightning, mainly in eastern and western Japan. There is. Careful attention should be paid to sediment-related disasters, inundation of low land, and sudden flooding of rivers.

TOP

From the morning, there is a risk of extremely heavy rain in the middle of summer days in eastern and western Japan.

2021-07-15 12:16:00
The temperature has risen nationwide on the 15th, and it has been a midsummer day in various places from the morning, but the atmospheric condition remains unstable, and there is a risk of extremely heavy rain accompanied by lightning, mainly in eastern and western Japan. There is. Careful attention should be paid to sediment-related disasters, inundation of low land, and sudden flooding of rivers.

TOP

Liberal Democratic Party Yoshimasa Hayashi Former Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Yamaguchi 3rd district to be a candidate for the House of Representatives

2021-07-15 12:04:00
Former Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Yoshimasa Hayashi of the Liberal Democratic Party, who was elected to the Yamaguchi constituency of the House of Councilors, has officially announced that he will run for the next House of Representatives election from the Yamaguchi 3rd district. Former Chief Cabinet Secretary Kawamura of the incumbent Liberal Democratic Party is planning to run for the Yamaguchi 3rd district, so it is expected that there will be a conservative division election.

TOP

Governor Koike "The number of positive people in their 20s and 30s is by far the largest."

2021-07-15 11:55:00
Regarding the fact that the infection confirmation on the 14th in Tokyo exceeded the peak of the fourth wave in May, Governor Koike said that while the number of seriously ill elderly people has been suppressed, the infection has spread to young people. Recognizing that there is, he reiterated his cooperation in basic infection control and vaccination.

TOP

Governor Koike "The number of positive people in their 20s and 30s is by far the largest."

2021-07-15 11:55:00
Regarding the fact that the infection confirmation on the 14th in Tokyo exceeded the peak of the fourth wave in May, Governor Koike said that while the number of seriously ill elderly people has been suppressed, the infection has spread to young people. Recognizing that there is, he reiterated his cooperation in basic infection control and vaccination.

TOP

China April-June GDP growth rate + 7.9% year-on-year, positive for 5 consecutive quarters

2021-07-15 11:50:00
China's GDP = Gross Domestic Product growth from April to last month was up 7.9% compared to the same period last year. It was positive for the fifth consecutive term, but the growth rate was smaller than the previous three months, which was the highest ever.

TOP

China April-June GDP growth rate + 7.9% year-on-year, positive for 5 consecutive quarters

2021-07-15 11:50:00
China's GDP = Gross Domestic Product growth from April to last month was up 7.9% compared to the same period last year. It was positive for the fifth consecutive term, but the growth rate was smaller than the previous three months, which was the highest ever.

TOP

Prime Minister Suga Meeting with the US-Japan Economic Council “Dreams and Impressions at the Olympics and Paralympics”

2021-07-15 11:44:00
Prime Minister Suga will hold a video conference with the chairman of the US-Japan Economic Council, which is made up of American business owners, take thorough measures against infections for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, realize a safe and secure tournament, and the future. He said that he would like to convey his dreams and excitement to the children who are responsible for this.

TOP

Prime Minister Suga Meeting with the US-Japan Economic Council “Dreams and Impressions at the Olympics and Paralympics”

2021-07-15 11:44:00
Prime Minister Suga will hold a video conference with the chairman of the US-Japan Economic Council, which is made up of American business owners, take thorough measures against infections for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, realize a safe and secure tournament, and the future. He said that he would like to convey his dreams and excitement to the children who are responsible for this.

TOP

Do not ask to submit a pledge that "does not make a deal" with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government support fund

2021-07-15 11:40:00
In response to a change in national policy, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has to deal with restaurants that do not respond to requests for closures and shortened working hours, which was a requirement for payment, over the support money for liquor dealers whose sales have decreased. I have decided not to ask for a written pledge.

TOP

Do not ask to submit a pledge that "does not make a deal" with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government support fund

2021-07-15 11:40:00
In response to a change in national policy, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has to deal with restaurants that do not respond to requests for closures and shortened working hours, which was a requirement for payment, over the support money for liquor dealers whose sales have decreased. I have decided not to ask for a written pledge.

TOP

Atami Opened "Housing Counseling" window for people affected by the disaster More than 520 people lived in evacuation

2021-07-15 11:26:00
In Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture, where many houses were damaged by a large-scale debris flow, a window was opened on the 15th to provide consultation on the housing of the affected people.

TOP

China April-June GDP growth rate + 7.9% year-on-year, positive for 5 consecutive quarters

2021-07-15 11:00:00
China's GDP = Gross Domestic Product growth rate from April to last month was 7.9% higher than the same period last year, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of positive growth.

TOP

China April-June GDP growth rate + 7.9% year-on-year, positive for 5 consecutive quarters

2021-07-15 11:00:00
China's GDP = Gross Domestic Product growth rate from April to last month was 7.9% higher than the same period last year, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of positive growth.

TOP

Facebook Request for Exclusion of Chairman of IT Major Criticism over In-house Investigation

2021-07-15 10:31:00
U.S. IT giant Facebook removes FTC chairman, known for criticizing IT giants, for fear of unfair antitrust investigations against them I asked.

TOP

Visit with a doctor who examined the bereaved family of a Sri Lankan woman who died during immigration detention

2021-07-15 08:04:00
In March, a bereaved family member visiting Japan met with a doctor who examined Mr. Wishma over the death of a Sri Lankan woman, Mr. Wishma Sandamari, who was held at the Nagoya Regional Immigration Bureau. I received an explanation about the situation.

TOP

Two people were killed and three were injured in a billiard accident involving five cars on the Chuo Expressway. Yamanashi Koshu

2021-07-15 08:01:00
On the night of the 14th, there was a billiard accident involving a total of five trucks and passenger cars on the Chuo Expressway in Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, killing two men in the passenger cars and injuring three others.

TOP

Two people were killed and three were injured in a billiard accident involving five cars on the Chuo Expressway. Yamanashi Koshu

2021-07-15 08:01:00
On the night of the 14th, there was a billiard accident involving a total of five trucks and passenger cars on the Chuo Expressway in Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, killing two men in the passenger cars and injuring three others.

TOP

Olympic Games Safe and secure competition Controlling the spread of infection and securing a medical care provision system are the keys

2021-07-15 07:55:00
In Tokyo, the number of confirmed infections exceeded 1,000 again on the 14th, and the number of inpatients exceeded 2,000. With the opening of the Olympic Games approaching next week, the key to achieving the safe and secure Games that the city is aiming for is to secure a medical care provision system while suppressing the spread of infection.

TOP

Sumitomo Mitsui Invested approximately 42 billion yen in a major US financial company to form a capital and business alliance

2021-07-15 07:27:00
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group has invested approximately 42 billion yen in a major American financial company to form a capital and business alliance. We would like to deepen cooperation in the field of investment banking related to the acquisition and merger of companies in the United States.

TOP

The issue is whether the government can improve the effectiveness of “thorough infection control”

2021-07-15 06:50:00
The number of newly infected people in Tokyo, where a state of emergency has been declared, exceeded 1,000 on the 14th. The government wants to steadily implement vaccination while calling for thorough measures such as curbing the movement of people, saying that there is a tendency for the spread of infection in the metropolitan area as well.

TOP

The issue is whether the government can improve the effectiveness of “thorough infection control”

2021-07-15 06:50:00
The number of newly infected people in Tokyo, where a state of emergency has been declared, exceeded 1,000 on the 14th. The government wants to steadily implement vaccination while calling for thorough measures such as curbing the movement of people, saying that there is a tendency for the spread of infection in the metropolitan area as well.

TOP

EU 2035 ban on new car sales such as gasoline cars

2021-07-15 06:28:00
The EU-European Union will effectively ban the sale of new cars such as gasoline cars in 2035 as a comprehensive climate change measure, and will effectively ban some imports from countries with inadequate decarbonization efforts. The company has announced a policy to introduce measures to impose tariffs. It may affect Japanese companies, but there are disagreements among member countries, and it is expected that there will be some twists and turns in the future.

TOP

West-East Japan Atmospheric instability today There is a risk of extremely heavy rain Be wary

2021-07-15 06:08:00
The atmosphere remains extremely unstable over a wide area from western Japan to eastern Japan for 15 days, and heavy rains may occur mainly along the mountains on the 16th. The Japan Meteorological Agency calls for caution against sediment-related disasters, inundation of low land, and flooding of rivers.

TOP

West-East Japan Atmospheric instability today There is a risk of extremely heavy rain Be wary

2021-07-15 06:08:00
The atmosphere remains extremely unstable over a wide area from western Japan to eastern Japan for 15 days, and heavy rains may occur mainly along the mountains on the 16th. The Japan Meteorological Agency calls for caution against sediment-related disasters, inundation of low land, and flooding of rivers.

TOP

Foreign Minister Mogi to visit four countries in Central America and the Caribbean

2021-07-15 05:35:00
Foreign Minister Mogi will visit four countries in Central America and the Caribbean, including Cuba and Panama, from the 15th. I would like to exchange opinions with foreign ministers over the response to China, which is becoming more influential in this region, and confirm the importance of a free and open international order based on the rule of law.

TOP

Atami Debris Flow Today, a consultation desk for housing etc. will be set up at the city hall.

2021-07-15 05:15:00
A large-scale debris flow in Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture, has killed 11 people so far, and the search continues for 15 days without knowing the whereabouts of 16 people. On the other hand, more than 520 people in the damaged area continue to evacuate, and Shizuoka Prefecture and Atami City will set up a window at the city hall from the 15th to accept consultations on housing.

TOP


Kyoto   Mt.Fuji


EN      CS      KO      PT