Social News(2023/11/06)
Minister of Defense sends urgent message to all members after female MSDF member suffers sexual harassment
2023-11-06 23:28:00
Defense Minister Kihara has made a statement regarding the fact that a female member of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force was sexually harassed, and that the senior officer who received the report made her meet with a man and apologize against her wishes. He sent an urgent message to the members: ``The key to preventing harassment is the awareness of each individual.''
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Haruo Wako, a former member of the Japanese Red Army, dies in prison while serving his sentence.
2023-11-06 22:57:00
Haruo Wako, a former member of the Japanese Red Army who was sentenced to life in prison for his involvement in the embassy siege in The Hague, Netherlands, about 50 years ago, died in prison after serving his sentence for four days.
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Mitsuko Miyagawa appointed as new Supreme Court judge “makes fair and reasonable decisions”
2023-11-06 22:38:00
Mitsuko Miyagawa, a former lawyer, was appointed as a new judge of the Supreme Court, and expressed her aspirations, saying, ``I want to listen to a variety of opinions and strive to make fair and reasonable decisions.''
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Chofu, Tokyo Ground repair work near air bubbles on river water surface temporarily suspended
2023-11-06 21:03:00
Earlier this month, it was confirmed that bubbles were appearing on the water surface of a river flowing through a residential area in Chofu City, Tokyo, and the expressway company that was near the site was repairing the loose ground caused by an underground tunnel accident. We have decided to temporarily suspend the operation and conduct a survey of water quality, etc.
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Haruo Wako, a former member of the Japanese Red Army, dies in prison while serving his sentence.
2023-11-06 21:00:00
Haruo Wako, a former member of the Japanese Red Army who was sentenced to life in prison for his involvement in the embassy siege in The Hague, Netherlands, about 50 years ago, died in prison after serving his sentence for four days.
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KyoAni Trial: Prosecution and defense at odds over liability; interim arguments/arguments
2023-11-06 20:30:00
In the Kyoto Animation arson murder trial, prosecutors argued in their interlocutory argument that Shinji Aoba was fully responsible, understanding that it was a crime and acting in a planned manner. Did. On the other hand, the defense attorney, who maintains his innocence, stated in interlocutory argument that ``over 10 years of delusional experiences and anger have caused him to lose the ability to distinguish between right and wrong and to control his actions.''
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Former Unification Church president holds press conference tomorrow, plans to contribute up to 10 billion yen to compensate for damages
2023-11-06 19:49:00
Tanaka Tanaka announced on the 7th that the former Unification Church, the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification, plans to donate up to 10 billion yen to former members who have complained of damage and to entrust it to the government as funds in the event that compensation is needed. Chairman Tomihiro plans to make the announcement at the church's first press conference since the request for a dissolution order last month.
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Snow crab fishing in the Sea of Japan is lifted, but fishing is suspended on the first day of the year Fukui Ishikawa fishing boats
2023-11-06 19:44:00
Snow crab fishing in the Sea of Japan from Hokuriku to the San'in region opened on the 6th, but fishing boats departing from ports in Fukui Prefecture had to postpone fishing on the first day of the year as strong winds and waves were expected offshore. . There is a risk that the wind will become stronger on the morning of the 7th, so fishing will be postponed.
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Tobu Tojo Line operation resumes Narimasu-Ogawamachi up and down lines
2023-11-06 19:40:00
The Tobu Tojo Line temporarily suspended operations on the up and down lines between Narimasu Station in Itabashi Ward, Tokyo and Ogawamachi Station in Ogawamachi, Saitama Prefecture from around 5:30 p.m. due to a fatal accident, but as of 7 p.m. The train resumed operation at around 16:00.
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Intermittent heavy rain; warning of strong winds and high waves in northern Japan and Hokuriku on the 7th
2023-11-06 19:20:00
Warm, humid air is flowing toward the developing low pressure front and the front, causing intermittent heavy rain to fall mainly in western Japan, and winds are increasing mainly in coastal areas along the Sea of Japan. The extremely unstable atmosphere will continue into tomorrow, with the possibility of localized heavy rain leading to heavy rain.In addition, there is a risk of extremely strong winds blowing in northern Japan and Hokuriku on the 7th, and the Japan Meteorological Agency has announced that there will be strong winds. The public is advised to be wary of high waves, high waves, and flooding of low-lying areas.
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Deer “abuse” at Nara Park Prefectural investigation results: “Facility environment is inappropriate”
2023-11-06 19:11:00
Nara Prefecture's investigation found that the environment at the facility was inappropriate, as it has been pointed out that the group that protects the deer in Nara Park is not providing enough food to the deer kept inside the facility. has been announced.
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Miyazaki Prefectural Police suspects destruction of evidence; defendant's lawyer files complaint
2023-11-06 19:01:00
Three years ago, a lawyer for a defendant accused of murdering a man he knew in Miyazaki City held a press conference, stating that police suspected the defendant had tampered with data recorded on an SD card and destroyed evidence favorable to the defendant. It has been announced that a complaint has been filed with the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office. Miyazaki Prefectural Police Headquarters commented, ``We are not aware of the contents of the conference, but there is no evidence of falsification.''
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Male university student suspected of posting nude image of female athlete sent to prosecutors
2023-11-06 18:59:00
A male university student in his 20s has been referred to the prosecutor's office on suspicion of defamation for allegedly editing an image of a female track and field athlete obtained on the Internet to make it appear naked and posting it on social media. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the possibility that ``deepfake'' technology, which uses AI to create fake images so sophisticated that they are indistinguishable from the real thing, was used.
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Keidanren Chairman Tokura “It is also important to extend wage increases to non-regular employment”
2023-11-06 18:52:00
Keidanren Chairman Tokura stated at a press conference on the 6th that in order to maintain the momentum of wage increases during next year's spring labor union, it will be important to extend the system to non-regular workers.
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Five Chinese defendants arrested and indicted for allegedly purchasing Shinkansen tickets illegally
2023-11-06 18:50:00
Five Chinese defendants were arrested and indicted for allegedly using someone else's credit card information to fraudulently purchase approximately 140 million yen worth of Shinkansen tickets. The police are determined to uncover the group's actual situation since they were selling it to gift certificate shops.
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Snow crab fishing in the Sea of Japan is lifted, but fishing is suspended on the first day of the year Fukui Ishikawa fishing boats
2023-11-06 18:45:00
Snow crab fishing in the Sea of Japan from Hokuriku to the San'in region opened on the 6th, but fishing boats departing from ports in Fukui Prefecture had to postpone fishing on the first day of the year as strong winds and waves were expected offshore. . There is a risk that the wind will become stronger on the morning of the 7th, so fishing will be postponed.
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Governors of four prefectures scheduled to establish intermediate stations on the Linear Chuo Shinkansen make a request to Prime Minister Kishida
2023-11-06 18:39:00
The governors of four prefectures, including Kanagawa and Yamanashi prefectures, where an intermediate station between Tokyo Shinagawa and Nagoya is scheduled to be built on the Linear Chuo Shinkansen, which is having difficulty opening as planned, met with Prime Minister Kishida and discussed the opening date. We requested support for clarifying the outlook and revitalizing the area around the station.
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Number of influenza patients: 19.68 per medical institution, increased from the previous week
2023-11-06 18:36:00
The influenza epidemic continues. The number of influenza patients reported by medical institutions nationwide in the week ending on the 29th of last month was 19.68 per medical institution, an increase from the previous week.
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KyoAni Trial: Prosecution and defense at odds over liability; interim arguments/arguments
2023-11-06 18:32:00
In the Kyoto Animation arson murder trial, prosecutors argued in their interlocutory argument that Shinji Aoba was fully responsible, understanding that it was a crime and acting in a planned manner. Did. On the other hand, the defense attorney, who maintains his innocence, stated in interlocutory argument that ``over 10 years of delusional experiences and anger have caused him to lose the ability to distinguish between right and wrong and to control his actions.''
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Trial to cancel Jingu Gaien logging permit begins, Shinjuku Ward stands ready to fight
2023-11-06 18:25:00
Shinjuku Ward's permission to cut down approximately 3,000 trees as part of the Meiji Jingu Gaien redevelopment plan is illegal, and a lawsuit has begun in which Shinjuku residents and others have asked for the cancellation. He showed an attitude of full-scale conflict, saying,
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Three bears in Sapporo Could be a parent and baby bear seen on a security camera in a house last month
2023-11-06 18:21:00
Early on the 6th, a security camera installed at a residence in Sapporo captured three bears that appeared to be a parent and child. City officials are asking for caution as there is a possibility that this is a parent and cub bear that was confirmed in the city last month.
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From Hanshin Nippon Ichi to dawn, sales in department stores and other activities across the Kansai region
2023-11-06 18:17:00
Hanshin won Game 7 of the Professional Baseball Japan Series, clinching the title in Japan for the first time in 38 years. On the 6th, a sale commemorating the number one in Japan began at a department store in Osaka, which was crowded with shoppers as soon as the store opened, and a shopping street in Amagasaki City, Hyogo Prefecture, sold a board with the magic number "1". A movement to celebrate being number one in Japan is spreading across the Kansai region, such as by replacing the signs with the words ``Congratulations, being number one in Japan for the first time in 38 years.''
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Tobu Tojo Line operation suspended Narimasu-Ogawamachi up and down lines Impact of fatal accident
2023-11-06 18:16:00
Due to a fatal accident, the Tobu Tojo Line has suspended operations on the up and down lines between Narimasu Station in Tokyo's Itabashi Ward and Ogawamachi Station in Ogawamachi, Saitama Prefecture from around 5:30 p.m. It is expected that operations will resume around 7 p.m.
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Snow crab fishing in the Sea of Japan is lifted, but fishing is suspended on the first day of the year Fukui Ishikawa fishing boats
2023-11-06 18:06:00
Snow crab fishing in the Sea of Japan from Hokuriku to the San'in region opened on the 6th, but fishing boats departing from ports in Fukui Prefecture had to postpone fishing on the first day of the year as strong winds and waves were expected offshore. . We will wait for the weather to improve and consider going fishing after the 7th.
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Documents containing personal information of over 300 students lost by Tokyo metropolitan high school teacher
2023-11-06 18:05:00
Last month, it was discovered that a teacher at a metropolitan high school who was on a school trip had lost documents containing personal information such as the names and mobile phone numbers of over 300 students.
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Number of influenza patients: 19.68 per medical institution, increased from the previous week
2023-11-06 18:01:00
The influenza epidemic continues. The number of influenza patients reported by medical institutions nationwide in the week ending on the 29th of last month was 19.68 per medical institution, an increase from the previous week.
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Deer “abuse” at Nara Park Prefectural investigation results: “Facility environment is inappropriate”
2023-11-06 18:00:00
Nara Prefecture's investigation found that the environment at the facility was inappropriate, as it has been pointed out that the group that protects the deer in Nara Park is not providing enough food to the deer kept inside the facility. has been announced.
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Ishikawa Prefectural Assembly “Member Badge” percentage of money reduced to “grant”
2023-11-06 17:41:00
In response to the soaring price of gold, the Ishikawa Prefectural Assembly decided to reduce the price of the 14-karat gold member badges that were lent to members for each term by reducing the proportion of gold in them, and to issue them so that they do not need to be returned. We have agreed.
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Intermittent heavy rain mainly in western Japan Heavy rain possible mainly on the Pacific side
2023-11-06 17:26:00
Due to the effects of the developing low pressure system and front, heavy rain is falling intermittently in western Japan, and winds are increasing, especially along the coasts of the Sea of Japan. The extremely unstable atmosphere will continue into the 7th, and there is a risk of heavy rain mainly on the Pacific side.The Japan Meteorological Agency urges people to be careful of strong winds, high waves, lightning, tornadoes, strong gusts of wind, and heavy rain. I am.
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From Hanshin Nippon Ichi to dawn, sales in department stores and other activities across the Kansai region
2023-11-06 17:16:00
Hanshin won Game 7 of the Professional Baseball Japan Series, clinching the title in Japan for the first time in 38 years. On the 6th, a sale commemorating the number one in Japan began at a department store in Osaka, which was crowded with shoppers as soon as the store opened, and a shopping street in Amagasaki City, Hyogo Prefecture, sold a board with the magic number "1". A movement to celebrate being number one in Japan is spreading across the Kansai region, such as by replacing the signs with the words ``Congratulations, being number one in Japan for the first time in 38 years.''
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More than 560 people injured in Nepal earthquake, half of them children, UNICEF rushes to help
2023-11-06 17:09:00
At least 560 people have been injured in the earthquake that struck the mountainous region of western Nepal, killing at least 157 people, half of them children. We are urgently seeking support.
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National Museum of Nature and Science collects over 900 million yen in crowdfunding; director holds press conference
2023-11-06 17:08:00
The National Museum of Nature and Science held a press conference on the 6th regarding crowdfunding, which it has been conducting since August this year in order to manage the largest specimen in Japan in its collection. In addition to expressing his gratitude, he also announced plans for future utilization, including construction costs for expanding the storage space and further enriching the collection.
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Saitama Warabi Post office at the scene of the barricade incident resumes all operations for the first time in 6 days
2023-11-06 16:52:00
On the 31st of last month, the post office in Warabi City, Saitama Prefecture, where an 86-year-old suspect took hostages and barricaded himself inside the post office, resumed all operations on the 6th for the first time in six days.
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From Hanshin Nippon Ichi to dawn, sales in department stores and other activities across the Kansai region
2023-11-06 16:14:00
Hanshin won Game 7 of the Professional Baseball Japan Series, clinching the title in Japan for the first time in 38 years. On the 6th, a sale commemorating Japan's No. 1 began at a department store in Osaka, and as soon as the store opened, it was crowded with shoppers, and the movement to celebrate Japan's No. 1 is spreading across the Kansai region.
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UA Zensen's policy for next year's spring labor union to demand a wage increase "based on 6%"
2023-11-06 16:11:00
UA Zensen, a union formed by labor unions in the textile and distribution industries, has announced that it will seek a 6% wage increase, including regular wage increases, in preparation for next year's spring labor union. We hope to accelerate the trend of sustainable wage increases at a level that exceeds the ``5% or more'' policy of our member federations.
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National Museum of Nature and Science collects over 900 million yen in crowdfunding; director holds press conference
2023-11-06 15:00:00
The National Museum of Nature and Science held a press conference on the 6th regarding crowdfunding, which it has been conducting since August this year in order to manage the largest specimen in Japan in its collection. In addition to expressing his gratitude, he also announced plans for future utilization, including construction costs for expanding the storage space and further enriching the collection.
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From Hanshin Nippon Ichi to dawn, sales in department stores and other activities across the Kansai region
2023-11-06 14:30:00
Hanshin won Game 7 of the Professional Baseball Japan Series, clinching the title in Japan for the first time in 38 years. On the 6th, a sale commemorating Japan's No. 1 began at a department store in Osaka, and as soon as the store opened, it was crowded with shoppers, and the movement to celebrate Japan's No. 1 is spreading across the Kansai region.
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All evacuation orders for Fukushima designated reconstruction and revitalization base areas to be lifted on November 30th
2023-11-06 13:54:00
Among the difficult-to-return areas in Tomioka Town, Fukushima Prefecture, where evacuation orders have been issued for 12 years due to the accident at TEPCO's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, the remaining areas are in areas where the national government has taken the lead in decontamination. Evacuation orders for prefectural roads and cemeteries will be lifted on the 30th of this month.
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First training at "emergency temporary evacuation facility" in preparation for incoming missiles Nerima, Tokyo
2023-11-06 13:22:00
The first evacuation drill was held in Nerima Ward on the 6th, using an "emergency temporary evacuation facility" designated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, in order to lead to appropriate evacuation in the event of a missile attack.
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Bodies of two people, a man and a woman, found in a house and a storage room. Could the couple have committed suicide? Sakura, Chiba
2023-11-06 12:57:00
On the night of the 5th, a woman was found collapsed in a house in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture, and her death was confirmed at the hospital where she was taken.In addition, the body of a man was found in a storage room on the premises. Police believe that the two are a married couple living in this house, and are working to confirm their identities, as well as investigating the details of the incident, as they suspect it may have been a suicide.
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Princess Kako inspects ruins in Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire, and also holds a welcome event
2023-11-06 12:50:00
Princess Yoshiko, the second daughter of Prince and Princess Akishino, is on an official visit to Peru in South America, and after touring ruins in the southern city of Cusco, which was once the capital of the Inca Empire, she attended a welcome event.
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Akita: Snowplow launch ceremony held ahead of snow season
2023-11-06 12:41:00
A ceremony was held in Akita City on the 6th for snowplows to clear snow from national highways in Akita Prefecture ahead of the snow season.
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JR Nambu Line resumes operation in all sections
2023-11-06 12:33:00
The JR Nambu Line temporarily suspended operation on the up and down lines between Kawasaki Station and Tachikawa Station due to an accident that occurred between Saifu Station and Bubaigawara Station in Fuchu City, Tokyo. Just after noon, all sections of the train resumed operation.
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Gifu Ground Self-Defense Force shooting range where 3 people were killed and injured will resume training from the 6th
2023-11-06 12:24:00
After an incident in which a member of the Ground Self-Defense Force was shot with a rifle during live-fire training at a firing range in Gifu City, resulting in three people being killed or injured, the Self-Defense Force had suspended training at the firing range, but from the 6th, We have resumed.
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From Hanshin Nippon Ichi to dawn, department store sales, and other developments in Kansai
2023-11-06 12:17:00
Hanshin won Game 7 of the Professional Baseball Japan Series, clinching the title in Japan for the first time in 38 years. On the 6th, a sale commemorating Japan's No. 1 began at a department store in Osaka, and the movement to celebrate Japan's No. 1 began spreading throughout the Kansai region, with many shoppers flocking to the store as soon as the store opened.
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Rain intensifies mainly in western Japan; atmospheric instability expected to continue into tomorrow
2023-11-06 12:12:00
Due to the effects of the developing low pressure system and front, the rain is increasing mainly in western Japan, with heavy rain falling in Shikoku, and winds are also increasing mainly in the coastal areas on the Sea of Japan side. The extremely unstable atmosphere is expected to continue into the 7th, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is warning people to be careful of strong winds and high waves, as well as lightning strikes, violent gusts such as tornadoes, and heavy rain.
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Former Unification Church president holds press conference tomorrow, plans to contribute up to 10 billion yen to compensate for damages
2023-11-06 11:54:00
Tanaka Tanaka announced on the 7th that the former Unification Church, the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification, plans to donate up to 10 billion yen to former members who have complained of damage and to entrust it to the government as funds in the event that compensation is needed. Chairman Tomihiro plans to make the announcement at the church's first press conference since the request for a dissolution order last month.
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Yamato HD's first cargo plane arrives at Narita Airport
2023-11-06 11:48:00
Amid concerns about a shortage of truck drivers, major delivery company Yamato Holdings will partner with Japan Airlines to begin operating its own cargo planes next year, with the first plane arriving at Narita Airport on the 6th. Did.
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National Museum of Nature and Science collects over 900 million yen in crowdfunding; director holds press conference
2023-11-06 11:45:00
The National Museum of Nature and Science held a press conference on the 6th regarding crowdfunding, which it has been conducting since August to manage the largest specimen in Japan in its collection, and raised over 900 million yen, far exceeding the target amount. He expressed his gratitude to the museum and clarified his plans for future use, including construction costs to expand the storage space and further enriching the collection.
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JR Nambu Line Kawasaki - Tachikawa Operation suspended on up and down lines
2023-11-06 11:20:00
Due to an accident that occurred between Saifu Station and Bubegawara Station in Fuchu City, Tokyo, the JR Nambu Line has suspended operation on the up and down lines between Kawasaki Station and Tachikawa Station. It is expected that operations will resume around 11:50 a.m.
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Former Unification Church president holds press conference tomorrow, plans to contribute up to 10 billion yen to compensate for damages
2023-11-06 11:16:00
Tanaka Tanaka announced on the 7th that the former Unification Church, the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification, plans to donate up to 10 billion yen to former members who have complained of damage and to entrust it to the government as funds in the event that compensation is needed. Chairman Tomihiro plans to make the announcement at the church's first press conference since the request for a dissolution order last month.
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Man in his 40s injured after being attacked by a bear in the mountain behind his home in Shibata, Niigata
2023-11-06 10:32:00
On the morning of the 6th, a man in his 40s was attacked by a bear in the mountain behind his home in Shibata City, Niigata Prefecture, and his face and back were scratched and injured, and he is being treated at a hospital. After the bear attacked the man, he disappeared, so police and the city are asking for caution.
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Massage parlor owner arrested for indecent acts during treatment in Meguro, Tokyo
2023-11-06 10:25:00
The owner of a massage parlor in Meguro, Tokyo, was arrested on suspicion of semi-forced indecency for allegedly touching the breasts of a woman in her 20s during a massage. In response to the investigation, he has denied the charges.
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Bodies of two men and women found in house and storage room; possibility of incident in Sakura, Chiba
2023-11-06 06:42:00
On the night of the 5th, a woman was found collapsed in a house in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture, and her death was confirmed at a hospital. In addition, one man's body was found in a storage room on the premises of the scene, and the police are considering the possibility of an incident and will investigate the cause of death and detailed circumstances of the two men.
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More than 560 people injured in Nepal earthquake, half of them children, UNICEF rushes to help
2023-11-06 06:21:00
At least 560 people have been injured in the earthquake that struck the mountainous region of western Nepal, killing at least 157 people, half of them children. We are urgently seeking support.
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The atmosphere is expected to be extremely unstable from western to eastern Japan into the 7th.
2023-11-06 06:11:00
Due to the effects of the low pressure system accompanying the front, atmospheric conditions are expected to be extremely unstable from western Japan to eastern Japan from the 7th, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is warning of localized heavy rain, lightning, strong gusts of wind such as tornadoes, and hail. I am calling on you to do so.
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Chiba Prefecture has ``worst nationwide'' 557 car thefts as of end of September, calls for thorough countermeasures
2023-11-06 05:55:00
There has been a spate of car thefts in Chiba Prefecture this year, with 557 cases as of the end of September, the worst in the country. Damage has also been confirmed due to methods of illegally accessing the car's communication system and unlocking it, and the police are calling for increased vigilance and thorough crime prevention measures.
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The former Unification Church's policy calls for a system to be entrusted to the state for "funds for damage compensation"
2023-11-06 05:21:00
As the issue surrounding the former Unification Church is being debated in the Diet, including legislation to prevent the transfer of the church's assets, the church has announced that it will provide up to 10 billion yen to compensate former members who have complained of damage. In an interview with the cult, we learned that they plan to make a request to the government to establish a system soon, saying that they want to entrust their rights to the government.
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Demonstrations march in Tokyo calling for an end to attacks on the Gaza Strip and an immediate ceasefire
2023-11-06 05:02:00
As attacks on the Gaza Strip by the Israeli military intensify, a demonstration march was held in Tokyo on the 5th calling for an end to the attacks, an immediate ceasefire, and the realization of peace.
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Asia's largest hot air balloon festival Light up balloons at night mooring Saga
2023-11-06 04:01:00
At the Saga International Balloon Fiesta, Asia's largest hot air balloon competition held in Saga City, colorful balloons were moored at night and lit up with burner flames, giving visitors a fantastic light show. Had fun.
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Earthquake with seismic intensity 4 in central Miyagi Prefecture M5.0 No worries about tsunami
2023-11-06 02:47:00
At around 2:10 a.m. on the 6th, there was an earthquake with a seismic intensity of 4 in central Miyagi Prefecture, and a seismic intensity of 3 in northern and southern Miyagi Prefecture, as well as Nakadori and Hamadori in Fukushima Prefecture. There is no need to worry about a tsunami from this earthquake.
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