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A man continues to photograph temporarily isolated areas to create an environment where evacuees can return.

2024-02-01 23:24:00
In the Nanaura district of Wajima City, which was affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake and temporarily became isolated, the number of people living there has decreased to less than half of the number before the earthquake. A man who remained in the area said, ``I want to create an environment where evacuees can return without giving up.''

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Suzu Mayor Ishikawa indicates that future evacuation center structure will be reorganized carefully

2024-02-01 22:56:00
On the 1st, one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake occurred, Mayor Masahiro Izumitani of Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, commented on the future structure of evacuation centers, saying, ``The number of people evacuating is decreasing, but there is no need to unnecessarily downsize or consolidate. "I think it would be a good idea to reorganize," he said, indicating that he would proceed with the reorganization carefully.

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One month after the Noto Peninsula earthquake: Volunteers working in the affected area

2024-02-01 22:38:00
On the 1st, one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake occurred, volunteers were seen working in the affected areas.

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Niigata City Disaster Certificate As of February 1st, only 8% of applications are issued.

2024-02-01 22:34:00
In Niigata City, an investigation into the issuance of disaster certificates needed to receive support has been delayed from schedule, and as of the 1st, only 8% of applications have been issued. Regarding this, Niigata City explains that it took some time to change from issuing disaster certificates by mail to issuing them at the counter. Additionally, the system used to input survey results using paper questionnaires, so we switched to using a tablet.

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Ishikawa Suzu and Noto Town Post Offices All counter operations will resume from the 2nd

2024-02-01 22:19:00
According to Japan Post, all counter operations will resume from the 2nd at Suzu Ekimae Post Office in Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, and Matsunami Post Office in Noto Town, including Japan Post Bank and Japan Post Insurance.

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Civic group submits complaint against 10 Abe group leaders for “income tax evasion”

2024-02-01 22:14:00
Regarding the issue surrounding the political funding party of a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party, a citizen's group claimed on the 1st that the funds kicked back from Abe's faction to the member's affiliated member are suspected of income tax evasion as the funds are the individual income of the member who is subject to taxation. He then submitted a complaint against 10 people, including Abe faction executives and affiliated members, to the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office.

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Miyata Village, Nagano Wanted gang leader arrested on suspicion of attempted murder three years ago

2024-02-01 22:01:00
In September 2020, a 55-year-old leader of a designated organized crime group who was wanted nationwide on suspicion of attempted murder for shooting and injuring a man in Miyata Village, Nagano Prefecture, was arrested in Sendai City in the early hours of the 1st. was arrested inside. According to sources involved in the investigation, the suspect was hiding in an apartment complex where he fired a flashlight, and then investigators burst into the room and took him into custody.

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Soccer Junya Ito withdraws from Japan national team; Association ``cautious response due to some reports''

2024-02-01 21:54:00
Junya Ito, a member of the Japanese national soccer team, will be withdrawing from the team at the Asian Cup being held in Qatar. The Japan Football Association has said that it is required to take a cautious approach to some of the reports regarding Ito, taking into consideration the player's physical and mental condition.

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Noto Satoyama Kaido road closure towards Wajima to be lifted by mid-March

2024-02-01 21:47:00
Ishikawa Prefecture has announced that the Noto Satoyama Kaido, which has been closed to traffic since the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, will gradually lift the closure of the outbound line heading toward Wajima by mid-March.

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Government additional support for Noto Peninsula earthquake, including payment of up to 3 million yen in support funds

2024-02-01 21:44:00
In response to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, Prime Minister Kishida announced additional measures, including a new grant of up to 3 million yen for households with elderly people whose homes were more than partially destroyed. Support measures have been announced.

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X-ray images may be leaked due to cyber attack: Saitama-based business group

2024-02-01 21:34:00
The Saitama Prefecture Health Promotion Corporation, which conducts health checkups in Saitama Prefecture, announced that it had been attacked by a ransomware cyberattack. There is a possibility that personal information such as X-ray images and names of those who underwent medical examinations may have been leaked, so we are consulting with the police and investigating the extent of the damage.

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KyoAni Incident Bereaved Family and Employees Request Uji City to Install a Monument to Communicate the Incident

2024-02-01 21:30:00
After the Kyoto Animation studio was set on fire and 36 employees were killed, the bereaved families and employees requested that the city install a monument to commemorate the incident in a park in Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture, and Mayor Matsumura said, ``Looking forward.'' I would like to consider it.''

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One month after Noto Peninsula earthquake, more than 14,000 people evacuated in Ishikawa Prefecture, facing livelihood support issues

2024-02-01 21:04:00
One day marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake, which hit Ishikawa Prefecture with a maximum seismic intensity of 7. More than 14,000 people are still forced to live as evacuees in the area, and providing support for their daily lives is an issue. In the second half of the article, we share the words of people who are starting to move toward recovery despite their concerns.

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Liquefaction is a major barrier to rebuilding lives; damage is concentrated in "sand dunes"

2024-02-01 20:52:00
In the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, many lives were lost due to collapsed buildings, fires, tsunamis, and cold weather, but the damage caused by widespread liquefaction has become a major barrier to rebuilding lives. Expert analysis revealed that the areas that suffered the most damage from this earthquake were concentrated in ``sand dunes'' where sand was deposited. Experts point out that ``the liquefaction damage of sand dunes has not received much attention so far, and it is necessary to take advantage of this in future countermeasures.''

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Tokyo's popular Jiyugaoka district is undergoing full-scale redevelopment in front of the station due to aging buildings

2024-02-01 20:40:00
While redevelopment is progressing across Tokyo, the long-pending redevelopment project in front of the station in Jiyugaoka, Meguro Ward, which has gained popularity as a fashionable area, will begin in earnest next year.

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Miyata Village, Nagano Wanted gang leader arrested on suspicion of attempted murder three years ago

2024-02-01 20:32:00
In September 2020, a 55-year-old leader of a designated organized crime group who was wanted nationwide on suspicion of attempted murder for shooting and injuring a man in Miyata Village, Nagano Prefecture, was arrested in Sendai City in the early hours of the 1st. was arrested inside. According to investigators, the suspect was hiding in an apartment complex, and after firing a flashlight, investigators burst into the room and took custody of the suspect.

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Government additional support for Noto Peninsula earthquake, including payment of up to 3 million yen in support funds

2024-02-01 20:31:00
In response to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, Prime Minister Kishida announced additional measures, including a new grant of up to 3 million yen for households with elderly people whose homes were more than partially destroyed. Support measures have been announced.

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Takarazuka Revue tells the bereaved family in an interview that the content has changed from previous views and has been considered.

2024-02-01 20:24:00
A 25-year-old member of the Takarazuka Revue died, and his family alleges power harassment.The bereaved family and their attorney met with the company's representative in January. At the time, the opera company made it clear that they had changed their previous opinion and gave a statement that took into account the opinions of the bereaved family to a considerable extent. Details have not been disclosed, and negotiations will continue.

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My wife, my son, where are you... My wife's whistle that kept ringing [Voices from the disaster area, 31st]

2024-02-01 19:57:00
The flute was left behind by his wife. I rang that whistle many times. Many times in front of her home. However, there was no reaction. ``I'm sorry I couldn't help you,'' said a man from Wajima City, crying as he spoke of his feelings for his family.

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Hyogo Itami Fire burns down 4 houses, 2 men dead, 2 residents unable to be contacted

2024-02-01 19:56:00
On the morning of the 1st, a fire destroyed four homes in Itami City, Hyogo Prefecture, and the bodies of two men were found in the ashes. The two elderly people living in the house where the fire started have not been able to be contacted, and police are currently investigating.

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One month after Noto Peninsula earthquake, more than 14,000 people evacuated in Ishikawa Prefecture, facing livelihood support issues

2024-02-01 19:40:00
One day marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake, which hit Ishikawa Prefecture with a maximum seismic intensity of 7. More than 14,000 people are still forced to live as evacuees in the area, and providing support for their daily lives is an issue.

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Spring Labor: Keidanren and Rengo top leaders agree to pass on prices, including personnel costs

2024-02-01 19:31:00
A meeting was held between the heads of Keidanren and Rengo regarding this year's spring labor union, and they agreed to work toward realizing price pass-through, including on personnel costs, in order to maintain the momentum of wage increases. In mid-February, labor unions in the automobile industry and other industries submitted written demands, and negotiations began in earnest.

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Lawyer for 19-year-old defendant appeals death sentence in Kofu murder-arson case

2024-02-01 19:21:00
Three years ago, a lawyer for a then 19-year-old defendant who was sentenced to death for murdering two people and setting a house on fire in Kofu City filed an appeal on the 1st. In an interview with NHK on the morning of the 1st, the defendant said, ``Even if my lawyer appeals, I will withdraw it,'' and there is a strong possibility that the death sentence will be finalized.

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Former secretary to former lawmaker Kakizawa requests formal trial, dissatisfied with summary order

2024-02-01 19:17:00
She is the private secretary of former lawmaker Kakizawa, who received a summary order on charges of bribery in a case in which State Minister of Justice Mizutaka Kakizawa and others were indicted for violating the Public Offices Election Law in connection with the Koto Ward mayoral election in Tokyo held in April last year. Interviews with people involved revealed that one person was dissatisfied with the decision and requested a formal trial. He is expected to plead not guilty at trial.

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More than 2,800 “invisible disaster-vulnerable people” living as evacuees at home, fearing isolation

2024-02-01 19:13:00
There are people who are unable to go to evacuation centers due to nursing care or other reasons and are living as evacuees at home. A survey by Ishikawa Prefecture revealed that at least 2,800 people are continuing to take shelter at home. Since there is a possibility that many more people are living at home without receiving support, the prefecture is urgently trying to ascertain whether this could lead to disaster-related deaths.

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[Video: Prayers in the disaster area] 16:10: Mourning the victims at the time of the earthquake

2024-02-01 19:09:00
Today marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. A drone shot of "Morning Market Street" in the center of Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture was taken by NHK just after 7 o'clock. There are still charred buildings along the street. We will show you the current state of the disaster-affected areas through video.

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Collision between train and truck at Tobu Tojo Line railroad crossing No injuries to train passengers and crew

2024-02-01 19:05:00
On the afternoon of the 1st, a train and a large truck collided at a Tobu Tojo Line railroad crossing in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture. There were no injuries to the passengers or crew on the train, and the Tobu Tojo Line resumed operations just after 6:30 p.m.

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Ishikawa Prefecture releases names of 15 people whose safety is unknown after the Noto Peninsula Earthquake (February 1)

2024-02-01 18:59:00
Ishikawa Prefecture has released the names and ages of 15 people whose safety is unknown due to the Noto Peninsula earthquake.

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Prosecutors seek 23 years in prison for doctor in murder case involving ALS patient

2024-02-01 18:58:00
Five years ago, in the trial of a doctor who was accused of killing a Kyoto woman suffering from the incurable disease ALS at her request, prosecutors sentenced him to prison, citing ``an extremely unique crime that misused his medical knowledge.'' He was sentenced to 23 years. On the other hand, the defendant's lawyer asserted his innocence, saying, ``Punishing the doctor would deny women's choices and decisions.''

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Noto town logo created for recovery; movement by younger generation to revitalize the town

2024-02-01 18:47:00
In Noto Town, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the younger generation is starting to move toward recovery. A 30-year-old local graphic designer is living in an evacuation center while trying to energize the town by creating a logo that will become a symbol of recovery.

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“Sexual violence by the chief priest of a Tendai sect temple” nun files for revocation of monk status

2024-02-01 18:41:00
A nun has filed a petition with the Tendai sect in Shikoku to revoke the priesthood of the priest and two others, alleging that she has been sexually assaulted by the chief priest over a period of more than ten years.

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Train and truck collide at Tobu Tojo Line railroad crossing; driver escapes from inside the vehicle

2024-02-01 18:17:00
Around 3:30 pm on the 1st, a train and a large truck collided at a Tobu Tojo Line railroad crossing in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture. There were no injuries to the passengers or crew on the train, but the truck driver complained of shoulder pain.

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One month after the Noto Peninsula earthquake, seismic activity remains high, Japan Meteorological Agency urges caution

2024-02-01 18:13:00
One day marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake, which caused violent shaking with a seismic intensity of 7 in Ishikawa Prefecture. Although the number of earthquakes in and around the Noto region is gradually decreasing, activity remains high. The Japan Meteorological Agency is warning people to be careful of earthquakes with a maximum seismic intensity of lower 5 or higher for the next two to three weeks.

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After the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, seismic activity increased in areas far away from the epicenter, such as Kanazawa.

2024-02-01 18:10:00
After the strong earthquake on the 1st of last month, in which violent shaking with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed in Ishikawa Prefecture, experts say that seismic activity has increased in Kanazawa City and Toyama Bay around the Noto Peninsula, which are far from the epicenter area. I found this out through analysis. We urge people to be careful not only in the vicinity of the epicenter, but also in a wide range of earthquakes and tsunamis.

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10 ANA flights canceled after wings of ANA planes touch each other on the tarmac at Osaka Airport

2024-02-01 18:02:00
On the morning of the 1st, the wings of two ANA planes collided on the tarmac at Osaka Airport, resulting in the cancellation of 10 ANA flights. There were no injuries, and ANA said, ``We apologize for the inconvenience caused to our customers.''

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No tsunami was confirmed at observation points in Suzu City, and tsunami gauges were unable to observe it after the earthquake.

2024-02-01 17:58:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency announced that no tsunami was detected at the tsunami gauge in Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which had been unable to observe tsunamis since immediately after the Noto Peninsula Earthquake. Immediately after the earthquake, the ground rose significantly near this observation point, and the data recorded that the water level fell by more than 1 meter in about 3 minutes.

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[Video: Prayers in the disaster area] 16:10: Mourning the victims at the time of the earthquake

2024-02-01 17:56:00
Today marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. A drone shot of "Morning Market Street" in the center of Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture was taken by NHK just after 7 o'clock. There are still charred buildings along the street. We will show you the current state of the disaster-affected areas through video.

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Niigata City Disaster Certificate As of February 1st, only 8% of applications are issued.

2024-02-01 17:52:00
In Niigata City, investigations into the issuance of disaster certificates needed to receive support have been delayed, with only 8% of applications received as of the 1st. Niigata City revealed that the cause of this was that the system for inputting survey results used an old paper-based format. The system was updated in the middle of last month, and the company plans to expedite issuance from now on.

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[Damage situation February 1st] 240 people died in Ishikawa Prefecture

2024-02-01 17:51:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, the number of people confirmed dead in the prefecture is 240 as of 2 p.m. on the 1st, an increase of two since January 31st.

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Ishikawa Prefecture releases names of 15 people whose safety is unknown after the Noto Peninsula Earthquake (February 1)

2024-02-01 17:25:00
Ishikawa Prefecture has released the names and ages of 15 people whose safety is unknown due to the Noto Peninsula earthquake.

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Meishin Expressway: Man who was driving when his car was hit by an object is in serious condition Did the object get out of the car?

2024-02-01 17:18:00
On the morning of the 1st, an object hit the driver's seat of a passenger car on the Meishin Expressway in Gifu Prefecture, leaving a man in critical condition.The object went through the windshield and also damaged the rear window. Police have determined that it appears that the vehicle broke through and exited the vehicle. Police are working to identify the object that was hit and are investigating whether there are any other vehicles that may have dropped the items.

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[Video: Current situation in the disaster area] Wajima "Asaichi Dori" remains unchanged since immediately after the fire

2024-02-01 17:11:00
Today marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. A drone shot of "Morning Market Street" in the center of Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture was taken by NHK just after 7 o'clock. There are still charred buildings along the street. We will show you the current state of the disaster-affected areas through video.

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Toyota Motor Corporation factory suspension of operations extended until February 5th, no prospect of reopening

2024-02-01 17:10:00
Toyota Motor Corporation has announced that it will extend the suspension of operations on six production lines at four domestic automobile plants until February 5th due to fraud in obtaining certification for engines produced by Toyota Industries Corporation.

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[Ishikawa Traffic Impact] Railway, Air, Bus, Expressway (16:00 a day)

2024-02-01 17:08:00
This is the impact of an earthquake on transportation and roads. (As of 4pm on the 1st)

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[Damage situation February 1st] 240 people died in Ishikawa Prefecture

2024-02-01 16:48:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, the number of people confirmed dead in the prefecture is 240 as of 2 p.m. on the 1st, an increase of two since January 31st.

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Local governments in Kumamoto prefecture subsidized earthquake-proofing construction costs for housing, more than 70% used this fiscal year, zero usage

2024-02-01 16:44:00
Many houses collapsed in the Noto Peninsula earthquake, but we interviewed all local governments in Kumamoto Prefecture, where many houses collapsed in the Kumamoto earthquake eight years ago, to find out how they are using the system that subsidizes the cost of earthquake-proofing work on houses. However, we found that over 70% of local governments did not use the system at all this fiscal year. There are some local governments whose seismic retrofitting rate is thought to be lower than the national average, highlighting the current situation in which seismic retrofitting work is not progressing even in earthquake-affected areas.

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Lawyer for 19-year-old defendant appeals death sentence in Kofu murder-arson case

2024-02-01 16:37:00
Three years ago, a lawyer for a 19-year-old defendant who was sentenced to death in a case in Kofu City where two people were murdered and a house was set on fire has appealed the verdict on the 1st, according to interviews with people involved. I got it. In an interview with NHK on the morning of the 1st, the defendant said, ``Even if my lawyer appeals, I will withdraw it,'' and it is highly likely that the death sentence will be finalized.

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[Commentary] Noto Peninsula Earthquake: What evacuated children need to do

2024-02-01 16:36:00
One month has passed since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. Many people are still living in evacuation centers. Among them are many children, and there are concerns that the prolonged evacuation will have an effect on their minds and bodies. We also need to pay attention to the parents who support the children. What should evacuated children and their parents pay attention to and provide support? Commentary member Shoko Kimura will provide an explanation. *Information as of January 29th. (Video: 8 minutes 00 seconds)

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Train and truck collide at Tobu Tojo Line railroad crossing; driver escapes from inside the vehicle

2024-02-01 16:35:00
According to the fire department, there was an accident at around 3:30 pm on the 1st when a train and a truck collided at a railroad crossing on the Tobu Tojo Line in Sunano, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture. So far, no one on the train has been injured, and the truck driver has escaped from the vehicle and is conscious. Due to this accident, the Tobu Tojo Line has suspended service between Shiki Station and Kawagoe City Station.

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“Identity Guarantee” Support Shizuoka City to introduce the nation’s first business certification system

2024-02-01 16:31:00
While the demand for private support businesses that provide "identity guarantee" for elderly people without relatives when they are hospitalized is increasing, and troubles over contracts are becoming a problem, Shizuoka City has launched the first business certification system in the country. I decided to introduce it.

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Tokyo District Court begins lawsuit seeking injunction against administrative action on Nori Ariake

2024-02-01 16:29:00
The Japan Fair Trade Commission has announced that it plans to impose administrative sanctions on fishermen's cooperatives and fisheries federations for unfairly restricting the transactions of seaweed producers in the Ariake Sea. A lawsuit has been filed in the Tokyo District Court, and oral arguments began on the 1st.

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Okayama couple murder case: Eldest son “actor” demands increased compensation?

2024-02-01 16:27:00
Last December, the eldest son was arrested and charged with stabbing a couple in their 50s with a kitchen knife in Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, killing the husband and seriously injuring the wife.The eldest son asked an acquaintance believed to be the perpetrator to carry out the murder. However, interviews with investigators have revealed that he is suspected of increasing the amount by 1 million yen and promising a 6 million yen reward at the request of an acquaintance. The eldest son reportedly denied the police investigation.

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One month after Noto Peninsula earthquake, more than 14,000 people evacuated in Ishikawa Prefecture, facing livelihood support issues

2024-02-01 16:15:00
One day marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake, which hit Ishikawa Prefecture with a maximum seismic intensity of 7. More than 14,000 people are still forced to live as evacuees in the area, and providing support for their daily lives is an issue.

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Lost a classmate in the first year of junior high school in the earthquake: ``We'll graduate together'' [Voices from the disaster area]

2024-02-01 16:10:00
``Don't forget Ginjiro, we'll graduate together.'' Ginjiro Mori, a first-year junior high school student in Noto Town, passed away when his home collapsed in the earthquake on January 1st. During class, I took the initiative to ask questions to help everyone understand. He was practicing hard with the soft tennis club and was active in tournaments. Ginjiro's classmates and teachers from the junior high school he attended spoke to him about their feelings for him.

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Earthquake forecast for Ishikawa Prefecture remains unchanged from 27 years ago as “low disaster risk” in disaster prevention plan

2024-02-01 16:07:00
Regarding the earthquake off the coast of the Noto Peninsula, Ishikawa Prefecture had indicated in its regional disaster prevention plan 27 years ago that it was expected to be an earthquake, and it was smaller than the current earthquake, indicating that it was a "very localized disaster with a high degree of disaster." was rated as ``low.'' Experts point out the naivety of the assumptions and call for a review.

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[Damage status February 1st] Approximately 2,500 homes in the Ishikawa Noto region lost power (14:00)

2024-02-01 16:03:00
According to Hokuriku Electric Power Transmission and Distribution, approximately 2,500 homes in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture are without power as of 2:00 pm on February 1st.

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Governor Hase Ishikawa “Listen to opinions from experts and formulate a recovery plan by May to June”

2024-02-01 15:40:00
One month has passed since the Noto Peninsula earthquake, and Governor Hase of Ishikawa Prefecture is holding a newly established cross-department headquarters meeting to listen to the opinions of experts and formulate a recovery plan for May to June this year. I showed my thoughts.

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2 people killed in house fire in Itami, Hyogo, unable to contact 2 male residents

2024-02-01 15:30:00
On the morning of the 1st, a fire destroyed three houses in Itami City, Hyogo Prefecture, and the bodies of two men were found in the ashes. The two men living in the home where the fire started have not been able to be contacted, and police are currently investigating.

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[Video: Current situation in the disaster area] Wajima "Asaichi Dori" remains unchanged since immediately after the fire

2024-02-01 15:25:00
Today marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. A drone shot of "Morning Market Street" in the center of Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture was taken by NHK just after 7 o'clock. There are still charred buildings along the street. We will tell you about the current situation in each area affected by the disaster.

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Niigata City begins accepting applications for restoration support for private roads damaged by liquefaction etc.

2024-02-01 15:22:00
One day marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake occurred. Niigata City has established a new system to support the recovery of privately owned roads when roads become impassable due to liquefaction, etc., and has begun accepting applications.

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Toyota Motor Corporation factory suspension of operations extended until February 5th, no prospect of reopening

2024-02-01 15:05:00
Toyota Motor Corporation has announced that it will extend the suspension of operations on six production lines at four domestic automobile plants until February 5th due to fraud in obtaining certification for engines produced by Toyota Industries Corporation. There is currently no prospect of resuming operations.

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[Video: Current situation in the disaster area] Wajima "Asaichi Dori" remains unchanged since immediately after the fire

2024-02-01 14:47:00
Today marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. A drone shot of "Morning Market Street" in the center of Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture was taken by NHK just after 7 o'clock. There are still charred buildings along the street. We will tell you about the current situation in each area affected by the disaster.

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“Donate your unwanted car” Organization that supports car rental in disaster-stricken areas

2024-02-01 14:35:00
The Noto Peninsula earthquake not only caused damage to buildings, but many people lost their cars as well. An organization that is working to lend cars for free to people affected by the disaster has decided to lend out cars, and is accepting donations of cars that are no longer needed in order to secure funds for their activities.

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Liberal Democratic Party Abe faction Three members of the House of Representatives elected from Tokyo correct income and expenditure report

2024-02-01 14:32:00
Three members of the House of Representatives elected in Tokyo from the Abe faction, the largest faction of the Liberal Democratic Party, corrected their income and expenditure reports due to issues surrounding the political funding party of a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party.

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Ministry of Finance leaves national economic outlook unchanged; Hokuriku region postponed

2024-02-01 14:19:00
The Ministry of Finance left its assessment of the national economy unchanged, stating that the economy is ``recovering moderately.'' On the other hand, we have decided not to make a decision regarding the Hokuriku region because we do not yet have a full understanding of the impact of the Noto Peninsula earthquake.

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A new commercial facility with an “Edo period townscape” opens next to Toyosu Market

2024-02-01 14:15:00
A new commercial facility opened on the 1st next to Toyosu Market, which was relocated from Tokyo's Tsukiji six years ago.

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Bus rapid transit system connecting central Tokyo and the waterfront area opens all routes

2024-02-01 14:03:00
The BRT (bus rapid transit system) that connects the city center and the waterfront area of ​​Tokyo will begin operating on the 1st on a route that passes through the area of ​​condominiums on the site of the Olympic Village for the Tokyo Olympics, with all scheduled routes now open. Did.

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Toyama-based handball team cooperates with crime prevention activities in disaster-stricken areas

2024-02-01 14:00:00
In an effort to prevent crimes taking advantage of the damage caused by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the coach and players of the men's handball team "Toyama Dreams," based in Himi City, Toyama Prefecture, will cooperate in crime prevention awareness activities. A commissioning ceremony was held at the police station.

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Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer departs for Gulf of Aden off the coast of Yemen to combat piracy

2024-02-01 13:58:00
Amid a series of attacks on ships by the Houthi rebel group in the Middle East Yemen, a Maritime Self-Defense Force escort ship that is in charge of countering piracy in the Gulf of Aden off the coast of Yemen departed for the area on the 1st.

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Noetsu Expressway Wajima City - Anamizu Town Road closure will be lifted at around 1:00 pm on the 2nd

2024-02-01 13:53:00
The Noetsu Expressway is scheduled to be closed to traffic in the northbound section of Wajima, which connects Wajima City and Anamizu Town in Ishikawa Prefecture, and will be lifted by 1:00 p.m. on February 2nd. It will be easier to travel by car from Kanazawa City and Toyama Prefecture to Wajima City, which is expected to accelerate efforts to restore the disaster-stricken areas.

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Ishikawa Wajima special needs school resumes classes online

2024-02-01 13:47:00
A special needs school in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which had been closed due to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, resumed classes online on February 1st.

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“Aleph” Public Security Intelligence Agency requests continuation of measures to prevent recurrence for 4th time

2024-02-01 13:44:00
Regarding the cult ``Aleph,'' which changed its name from Aum Shinrikyo, the Public Security Intelligence Agency said that it had not been able to report some of its activities as required. A request was made to the Public Safety Review Committee. This is the fourth time that the request for disciplinary action has been filed.

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One month after the Noto Peninsula earthquake, parcel delivery continues to be affected in parts of Ishikawa Prefecture

2024-02-01 13:42:00
It has been one month since the Noto Peninsula Earthquake occurred, but parcel collection and delivery services are still being affected in some parts of Ishikawa Prefecture, with some being suspended and others experiencing delivery delays.

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Earthquake-damaged general hospital resumes general outpatient consultations from today Suzu Ishikawa

2024-02-01 13:40:00
A general hospital in Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, resumed general outpatient consultations on the 1st.

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Special fraud group's base busted: Two people arrested, possibly in charge of money management

2024-02-01 13:38:00
In October last year, the base of a special fraud group in Shinjuku, Tokyo was busted, and the group's leaders were arrested and indicted.The Metropolitan Police Department made two new arrests, including two members believed to be in charge of managing the group's money. did.

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Miyata Village, Nagano Wanted gang leader arrested on suspicion of attempted murder three years ago

2024-02-01 13:37:00
A 55-year-old leader of a designated organized crime group who was wanted nationwide on suspicion of attempted murder for shooting and injuring a man in Miyata Village, Nagano Prefecture four years ago was arrested in Sendai City in the early hours of the 1st. was arrested. According to sources involved in the investigation, the suspect was hiding in an apartment complex where he fired a flashlight, and then investigators burst into the room and took him into custody.

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Number of junior high school applicants in the metropolitan area “highest ever” Entrance exams begin in Tokyo and Kanagawa

2024-02-01 13:36:00
With the number of junior high school applicants in the Tokyo metropolitan area expected to reach a record high, entrance exams began on the 1st in Tokyo and Kanagawa, where private junior high schools are concentrated.

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Ishikawa Prefecture: More than 16.9 billion yen in relief funds, 50,000 yen per person to be distributed to residents of 6 municipalities, etc.

2024-02-01 13:30:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, disaster relief donations received from all over the country in the wake of the Noto Peninsula earthquake exceeded 16.9 billion yen as of January 30th, and the prefecture is cooperating with six cities that were severely damaged, including Wajima City and Suzu City. It was decided that all residents of the town would be eligible for the allocation, and each person would receive 50,000 yen.

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21 local governments nationwide to consider starting ride-sharing business

2024-02-01 13:29:00
As the government expanded the system under the management of local governments regarding ``ride sharing'', in which ordinary drivers use private cars to transport people for a fee, 21 local governments nationwide have decided to start the business. The summary of the organization formed by the mayors of municipalities revealed that they have expressed their thoughts on considering the future.

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[Ishikawa Traffic Impact] Railway, Air, Bus, Expressway (11:00 a day)

2024-02-01 13:18:00
This is the impact of an earthquake on transportation and roads. (As of 11am on the 1st)

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Fisherman who lost his brother-in-law in the earthquake: ``I can't help but think that he protected me''

2024-02-01 13:17:00
A man from Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, who lost his brother-in-law, who was with him right before the Noto Peninsula earthquake, said, ``He was a quiet, gentle, and good-natured person.If I had left my brother's house a little later, everyone would have died.'' "I could have died, and I can only hope that my brother-in-law protected me."

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Person claiming to be Kirishima suspect: ``We are proceeding with careful confirmation'' Commissioner of the National Police Agency

2024-02-01 13:13:00
National Police Agency Commissioner Yasuhiro Tsuyuki spoke at a press conference on February 1 regarding the death of a suspect named Satoshi Kirishima (70), who was wanted for his involvement in one of the serial corporate bombings that occurred in the 1970s. ``We suspect that the person is the person, so we are proceeding with careful confirmation, and we will continue to carry out the necessary investigation.''

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6 families' choices about housing, work, and school One month after the Noto Peninsula earthquake

2024-02-01 13:10:00
One month has passed since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. Many of the people affected by the disaster are worried about choosing a place to live. “Should I leave?” or “Should I stay?” Thoughts on family, thoughts on the land, and thoughts on the future. It's not an easy decision. We covered the decisions of six families.

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[Broadcasting provided simultaneously] Lifeline and local information from NHK Kanazawa

2024-02-01 13:09:00
NHK Kanazawa will be broadcasting information related to the Noto Peninsula earthquake, lifeline information in Ishikawa Prefecture, and local information.

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Akihide Hitachi High School's baseball club runs out of metal bats. Maybe club members sold them?

2024-02-01 13:04:00
It has been learned that the baseball club at Akihide Hitachi High School in Ibaraki Prefecture, a high school baseball powerhouse, has run out of metal bats, and the school is consulting with the police. According to officials, multiple club members have so far told the school that they have sold their items to a thrift store.

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Disaster waste collection starts today Ishikawa Wajima Suzu

2024-02-01 13:02:00
In Wajima City and Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which suffered severe damage from the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, collection of disaster waste such as broken furniture began on the 1st, which marks one month.

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Tokyo's popular Jiyugaoka district is undergoing full-scale redevelopment in front of the station due to aging buildings

2024-02-01 12:55:00
While redevelopment is progressing across Tokyo, the long-pending redevelopment project in front of the station in Jiyugaoka, Meguro Ward, which has gained popularity as a fashionable area, will begin in earnest next year.

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Ishikawa Prefecture Governor Hase apologizes for second evacuation response “We will do our best to rebuild”

2024-02-01 12:40:00
One month has passed since the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and Governor Hase of Ishikawa Prefecture held a press conference, saying that the prefecture's secondary evacuation response was "not sufficient, and we apologize for not being sufficient." He expressed his intention to do everything in his power for reconstruction, including by setting up a cross-country headquarters.

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My father's right hand was tightly clenched [Voices from the disaster area]

2024-02-01 12:37:00
It was two days later in the morning that I received a call saying that my father had collapsed. The body that had collapsed was at the entrance of my parents' house in Wajima City. His right hand was clenched tightly. There was no electricity in the house, and the furniture was left overturned. ``It's been cold, it must have been really cold,'' said a man, talking about his late father.

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[Video: Current situation in the disaster area] Wajima "Asaichi Dori" remains unchanged since immediately after the fire

2024-02-01 12:35:00
Today marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. A drone shot of "Morning Market Street" in the center of Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture was taken by NHK just after 7 o'clock. There are still charred buildings along the street. We will tell you about the current situation in each area affected by the disaster.

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Aichi Taketoyo Town Thermal power plant fire Police and fire department inspect the scene

2024-02-01 12:32:00
On January 31st, a fire broke out in fuel storage equipment at a thermal power plant in Taketoyo Town, Aichi Prefecture, and police and fire departments began an on-site investigation to determine the cause of the fire.

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Meishin Expressway: Object hits car and windshield breaks; man unconscious

2024-02-01 12:27:00
On the morning of the 1st, an object hit the driver's seat of a passenger car on the Meishin Expressway in Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture, breaking the windshield and leaving the driver unconscious and in serious condition. Police are working to identify the object that was hit and are investigating whether there were any vehicles that dropped luggage or vehicles that were hit by fallen objects.

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Organization supporting disaster victims: “Continuing support over the medium to long term, including for home evacuees, is an issue”

2024-02-01 12:21:00
One month has passed since the Noto Peninsula earthquake, and organizations working in the affected areas are finding it difficult to receive aid and supplies due to traffic conditions, and the difficult environment continues to improve in evacuation centers where water supply has not been restored. However, he emphasized that the challenge will be to continue providing support in the medium to long term to those who have evacuated, including those in their own homes.

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Spring Labor: Keidanren and Rengo top leaders agree to pass on prices, including personnel costs

2024-02-01 12:20:00
A meeting was held between the heads of Keidanren and Rengo regarding this year's spring labor union, and they agreed to work toward realizing price pass-through, including on personnel costs, in order to maintain the momentum of wage increases. In mid-February, labor unions in the automobile industry and other industries submitted written demands, and negotiations began in earnest.

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Earthquake volunteer dispatch begins on the 3rd in Suzu City and Nakanoto Town

2024-02-01 12:12:00
Volunteer dispatch in response to the Noto Peninsula earthquake began on January 27th in Nanao City, Shiga Town, and Anamizu Town in Ishikawa Prefecture. A bus carrying volunteer participants departed from Kesamo Kanazawa City for the disaster area.

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[Damage status February 1st] Approximately 2,300 homes in the Ishikawa Noto region lost power (11:00)

2024-02-01 12:08:00
According to Hokuriku Electric Power Transmission and Distribution, approximately 2,300 homes in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture are without power as of 11 a.m. on February 1st.

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Ishikawa Prefecture Private High School General Entrance Exam Nanao City has responded by changing the venue etc.

2024-02-01 12:01:00
February 1st is the general entrance exam day for private high schools in Ishikawa Prefecture, and high schools in Nanao City, which was damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, are taking measures such as changing the venue or going to the junior high schools of prospective students to conduct the exams. I am taking

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One month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake: Be careful of the maximum seismic intensity of 5-lower for the next 2 to 3 weeks

2024-02-01 12:00:00
February 1st marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. Although the number of earthquakes in and around the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture is gradually decreasing, activity remains high, and the Japan Meteorological Agency predicts a maximum seismic intensity of 5 or lower for the next two to three weeks. We urge people to be careful about the above earthquakes.

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Meishin Expressway: Object hits car and windshield breaks; man unconscious

2024-02-01 11:55:00
On the morning of the 1st, an object hit the driver's seat of a passenger car on the Meishin Expressway in Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture, breaking the windshield and leaving the driver unconscious and in serious condition. Police are working to identify the object that was hit and are investigating whether there were any vehicles that dropped luggage or vehicles that were hit by fallen objects.

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[Ishikawa water supply support/bathing support] In 9 cities and towns including Wajima City (11:00 a day)

2024-02-01 11:53:00
Information on water supply support and bathing support scheduled for February 1st in Ishikawa Prefecture.

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Former chairman of social welfare corporation arrested for embezzling 44 million yen from funds, Metropolitan Police Department

2024-02-01 11:49:00
The former chairman of a social welfare corporation in Sumida Ward, Tokyo, was arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department on suspicion of embezzlement in the course of business for embezzling 44 million yen from the corporation's funds.

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[Video: Current situation in the disaster area] Wajima "Asaichi Dori" remains unchanged since immediately after the fire

2024-02-01 11:32:00
Today marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. A drone shot of "Morning Market Street" in the center of Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture was taken by NHK just after 7 o'clock. There are still charred buildings along the street. We will tell you about the current situation in each area affected by the disaster.

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Spring Labor: Keidanren and Rengo top leaders agree to pass on prices, including personnel costs

2024-02-01 11:30:00
A meeting was held between the heads of Keidanren and Rengo regarding this year's spring labor union, and they agreed to work toward realizing price pass-through, including on personnel costs, in order to maintain the momentum of wage increases. In mid-February, labor unions in the automobile industry and other industries submitted written demands, and negotiations began in earnest.

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Big Motor: Trees were cut down at the direction of employees; then-store manager and other documents sent to prosecutors

2024-02-01 11:15:00
In an incident where a roadside tree was cut down in front of a used car sales company "Big Motor" store, the police suspected that the tree was cut down on the instructions of an employee at the head office who was arrested, and the police arrested the store manager and employee at the time for causing damage to property. I sent the documents to prosecutors on suspicion. A few weeks after the employee visited the store, the body was sawed off, and police believe that visit may have been the trigger, and are investigating further.

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[Video: Current situation in the disaster area] Wajima "Asaichi Dori" remains unchanged since immediately after the fire

2024-02-01 11:11:00
Today marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. A drone shot of "Morning Market Street" in the center of Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture was taken by NHK just after 7 o'clock. There are still charred buildings along the street. We will show you the current state of the disaster-affected areas through video.

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[Ishikawa Water Supply Support] Implemented in 9 cities and towns including Wajima City (5:00 a day)

2024-02-01 11:06:00
Information on water supply support scheduled for February 1st in Ishikawa Prefecture.

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[Ishikawa Traffic Impact] Railway, Air, Bus, Expressway (5:00 a day)

2024-02-01 10:31:00
This is the impact of an earthquake on transportation and roads. (As of 5 a.m. on the 1st)

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A New Year's card arrived at the evacuation site.The sender is a local senior whose whereabouts are unknown.

2024-02-01 10:06:00
In late January, a New Year's card was delivered to a man in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, who was affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake and continues to live as an evacuee. The sender was a local senior whose safety was unknown after the earthquake, and the man spoke of his painful feelings, saying, ``I want you to smile and say, ``I made you worry,'' but it's painful because you seem so strict.'' .

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Miyata Village, Nagano Wanted gang leader arrested on suspicion of attempted murder three years ago

2024-02-01 09:32:00
A 55-year-old leader of a designated organized crime group who was wanted nationwide on suspicion of attempted murder for shooting and injuring a man in Miyata Village, Nagano Prefecture in September 2020 was arrested in Miyagi Prefecture early on the 1st. it was done.

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One month after the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, Toyama Prefecture Issues to rebuild the lives and livelihoods of disaster victims

2024-02-01 07:05:00
One day marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. In Toyama Prefecture, more than 6,000 homes were damaged, and the economic impact has spread to tourism, fishing, and other industries, and the future challenge is to rebuild the lives and livelihoods of those affected.

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JR Keiyo Line resumes operation

2024-02-01 07:03:00
The JR Keiyo Line had suspended service on the up and down lines between Tokyo Station and Shinkiba Station due to an accident that occurred at Hatchobori Station, but operations resumed at around 6:50 a.m.

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One month after the Noto Peninsula earthquake, the current status and future of the Shiga nuclear power plant

2024-02-01 06:40:00
One day marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. At the Shiga Nuclear Power Plant in Shiga Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, where a maximum seismic intensity of 7 was observed, it is still unclear when the system that receives electricity from outside, which is partly out of service, will be restored. Furthermore, the review process that is a prerequisite for restarting operations is unavoidably extended over several years in order to reflect new knowledge about earthquakes.

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One month after Noto Peninsula earthquake, semiconductor and electronic parts manufacturers rush to restore factories

2024-02-01 06:38:00
February 1 marks one month since the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and semiconductor and electronic component manufacturers, whose factories continue to be affected by the suspension of operations, are rushing to restore operations with the aim of restarting operations. However, there is also an impact from Honda and Nissan making production adjustments for some vehicle models.

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JR Keiyo Line Tokyo - Shinkiba: Operation suspended on up and down lines, impact of fatal accident

2024-02-01 06:36:00
According to JR East, operations on the JR Keiyo Line, which had been suspended on all lines due to a fatal accident, resumed operations on some lines just after 6 a.m., but operations are still suspended on the up and down lines between Tokyo Station and Shinkiba Station. it is continuing. It is expected that operations will resume around 6:50 a.m.

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One month after the Noto Peninsula earthquake, the government today holds the first meeting of the reconstruction headquarters, will additional support funds be added?

2024-02-01 06:26:00
On the 1st, one month since the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the government will hold the first meeting of the newly established Recovery and Reconstruction Support Headquarters. Opinions are expected to be exchanged on additional support measures, including the provision of new support funds for elderly disaster victims whose homes were completely destroyed.

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Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to conduct emergency investigation into damage to fishing ports in Ishikawa Prefecture, 1 month after Noto Peninsula earthquake

2024-02-01 06:18:00
One month has passed since the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and more than 80% of fishing ports in Ishikawa Prefecture have suffered damage, including raised seabeds, and some ports are no longer able to unload fish. The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries will begin an emergency investigation by experts during February, and will consider recovery methods while also confirming the intentions of local fishermen.

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One month after the Noto Peninsula earthquake, Niigata City rushes to issue disaster certificates

2024-02-01 06:13:00
One day marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake occurred. In Niigata Prefecture, more than 13,000 homes were confirmed to have been damaged, and liquefaction damage in particular is an obstacle to rebuilding lives. In Niigata City, only about 7% of applications are issued with disaster certificates, which are necessary to receive assistance, and the city is trying to speed up the issuance.

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One month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake: Be careful of the maximum seismic intensity of 5-lower for the next 2 to 3 weeks

2024-02-01 06:02:00
One day marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. Although the number of earthquakes in and around the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture is gradually decreasing, activity remains high, and the Japan Meteorological Agency predicts a maximum seismic intensity of 5 or lower for the next two to three weeks. We urge people to be careful about the above earthquakes.

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Status of infrastructure and support 1 month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake

2024-02-01 05:35:00
Today marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake occurred. In the Noto Peninsula, roads connecting mountainous areas were cut off in various places, so aid did not go as planned at first, and many people were forced to evacuate in the cold winter weather with infrastructure such as water and electricity cut off. it was done. In the disaster-stricken areas, lifelines are gradually being restored, and support efforts such as secondary evacuation and construction of temporary housing are accelerating. I have summarized the current situation.

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NTT West subsidiary information leak: Former temporary employee ``I did it because I was short of money''

2024-02-01 05:32:00
In a case in which a former temporary employee of a subsidiary of NTT West was arrested for illegally taking out company customer information and leaking it to a list agency, he reportedly gave a statement as to his motive, such as ``I did it because I was short of money.'' This was revealed through interviews with people involved in the investigation. Police believe that he may have received money from a listing agent and are investigating the details of the incident.

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One month after Noto Peninsula earthquake, more than 14,000 people evacuated in Ishikawa Prefecture, facing livelihood support issues

2024-02-01 05:13:00
One day marks one month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake, which hit Ishikawa Prefecture with a maximum seismic intensity of 7. More than 14,000 people are still forced to live as evacuees in the area, and providing support for their daily lives is an issue.

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Aichi Taketoyo Town Thermal power plant fire The source of the fire was near the fuel storage equipment

2024-02-01 04:53:00
On January 31st, a fire occurred at a thermal power plant in Taketoyo Town, Aichi Prefecture, and the power company and other authorities confirmed that the fire appeared to have originated near equipment that temporarily stores wood pellets, a biomass fuel used in boilers. I learned this from an interview. The police and fire department are conducting an on-site investigation to determine the detailed cause of the fire.

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