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Power supply and demand tight warning in Tokyo / Tohoku Electric Power jurisdiction The latest "usage rate" is

2022-03-22 23:17:00
The government issued the first "power supply and demand tight warning" within the jurisdiction of TEPCO and Tohoku Electric Power, saying that the power supply and demand situation is extremely severe on the 22nd. We are calling on homes and businesses to save electricity in order to avoid large-scale power outages.

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Message from Prime Minister Kishida to President Xi in the crash of a Chinese airliner

2022-03-22 23:11:00
Following the crash of a passenger plane carrying 132 passengers and crew in southern China, Prime Minister Kishida sent a message of sympathy to Chinese President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Li Keqiang.

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Kagiyama and Uno adjust to the opening of the figure skating world championship from the 23rd in France

2022-03-22 22:54:00
Yuma Kagiyama, who won the silver medal in the men's single at the Beijing Olympics, and Shoma Uno, who won the bronze medal, made adjustments locally before the world championship of figure skating that will start in France on the 23rd of this month.

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The challenge of Oshima High School (Kagoshima) with the thoughts of the Senbatsu islanders on their backs

2022-03-22 22:31:00
Oshima High School, which participates in the remote islands of Kagoshima Prefecture, will enter the first match of Senbatsu High School Baseball in the second game on the 23rd. With the slogan "From the island to Koshien," we aim to win the Koshien for the first time, carrying the thoughts of the islanders who continued to send ale.

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Power supply and demand tight warning in Tokyo / Tohoku Electric Power jurisdiction Call for power saving Government

2022-03-22 22:17:00
The government issued the first "power supply and demand tight warning" within the jurisdiction of TEPCO and Tohoku Electric Power, saying that the power supply and demand situation is extremely severe on the 22nd. We are calling on homes and businesses to save electricity in order to avoid large-scale power outages.

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Eliminating the risk of power outages tonight Continued calls for power saving Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry

2022-03-22 22:01:00
The government issued the first "power supply and demand tight warning" within the jurisdiction of TEPCO and Tohoku Electric Power, saying that the power supply and demand situation is extremely severe on the 22nd. The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry announced tonight that there is no longer a risk of power outages before 9 pm, but the "tight warning" continues, calling on households and businesses to continue to save electricity.

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Power supply and demand tight warning in Tokyo / Tohoku Electric Power jurisdiction Call for power saving Government

2022-03-22 21:18:00
The government issued the first "power supply and demand tight warning" within the jurisdiction of TEPCO and Tohoku Electric Power, saying that the power supply and demand situation is extremely severe on the 22nd. We are calling on homes and businesses to save electricity in order to avoid large-scale power outages.

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Eliminating the risk of power outages tonight Continued calls for power saving Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry

2022-03-22 21:11:00
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has revealed that there is no longer a risk of power outages tonight within the TEPCO and Tohoku Electric Power jurisdictions due to the cooperation of households and businesses to save electricity. The "power supply and demand tight warning" issued in the two power jurisdictions is still ongoing, and the government and power companies are calling for power saving.

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Due to the impact of the Toyota earthquake, some production lines at 6 plants will be suspended and extended.

2022-03-22 20:58:00
Toyota Motor Co., Ltd. is a part of six factories in Japan because the parts manufacturers with which it deals have been damaged by the earthquake that observed shaking with a seismic intensity of 6 or higher in Miyagi and Fukushima prefectures on the 16th of this month. We have decided to shut down the production line for an additional two days.

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Kyiv Powerful Attacks Possibility to Continue Further Experts

2022-03-22 20:56:00
Kinichi Nishimura, a former information analyst and military analyst at the Ministry of Defense, said that a shopping center near the center of Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, was attacked by Russian troops on the night of the 20th. It is a powerful attack that could not be done, and it is pointed out that similar attacks may continue in the future.

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“Power supply and demand tight warning” What are the movements in each region to cooperate in saving electricity?

2022-03-22 20:14:00
The government issued the first "electric power supply and demand tight warning" in the jurisdiction of Tohoku Electric Power in addition to the jurisdiction of TEPCO, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe. We encourage homes and businesses to help save as much electricity as possible. We have summarized the perceptions and movements of each region.

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Pressure to seize the eastern part of the Russian army Ukraine is ready for a thorough fight

2022-03-22 19:58:00
Russian troops are increasing pressure to seize control of eastern Mariupol, forcing Ukrainian troops to virtually surrender. Russia seems to want to emphasize the outcome of the war by taking full control of the important points in the east as the struggle continues, but the Ukrainian side is poised to fight thoroughly.

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Power supply and demand tight warning in Tokyo / Tohoku Electric Power jurisdiction Call for power saving Government

2022-03-22 19:50:00
The government issued the first "power supply and demand tight warning" within the jurisdiction of TEPCO and Tohoku Electric Power, saying that the power supply and demand situation is extremely severe on the 22nd. We are calling on homes and businesses to save electricity in order to avoid large-scale power outages.

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How to prevent a power outage?

2022-03-22 19:46:00
The government issued the first "power supply and demand tight warning" within the jurisdiction of TEPCO and Tohoku Electric Power, saying that the power supply and demand situation is extremely severe on the 22nd. We are calling on homes and businesses to save electricity in order to avoid large-scale power outages. This is a commentary from the Toyonaga Desk of the Ministry of Economic Affairs. * The lighting in the studio is turned down more than usual to save electricity. [Video: 2 minutes 30 seconds] (Not available on 22nd 7:00 pm broadcast, data broadcast)

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New fiscal year budget established Agree with ruling party, citizens, etc. General account total of over 107 trillion yen

2022-03-22 19:05:00
The budget for the new fiscal year = Reiwa 4th fiscal year, when the total amount of the general account is over 107 trillion yen, which is the largest ever, was decided at the plenary session of the House of Councilors, and was approved by the majority of the Liberal Democratic Party, the Komeito Party and the Democratic Party for the People.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 22nd)

2022-03-22 19:04:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 22nd (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine, such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 7 hours between Japan and Ukraine and 6 hours from Moscow, Russia)

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Restoration Kiyoshige Maekawa, member of the House of Representatives, charged at home for violating the Public Offices Election Act Nara District Public Prosecutor's Office

2022-03-22 19:00:00
Kiyoshige Maekawa, a member of the House of Representatives of the Nippon Ishin no Kai, sent a document to voters calling for a vote before the announcement of the House of Representatives election last year. I was charged at home. Mr. Maekawa held a press conference and insisted that "it is a legally recognized political activity and I want to appeal for justice in court."

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Power supply and demand tight warning in Tokyo / Tohoku Electric Power jurisdiction Call for power saving Government

2022-03-22 18:55:00
The government issued the first "power supply and demand tight warning" within the jurisdiction of TEPCO and Tohoku Electric Power, saying that the power supply and demand situation is extremely severe on the 22nd. We are calling on homes and businesses to save electricity in order to avoid large-scale power outages.

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Prime Minister Kishida responds flexibly to high prices due to the situation in Ukraine

2022-03-22 18:37:00
At the House of Councilors Finance and Finance Committee, Prime Minister Kishida expressed his intention to flexibly take new measures depending on the situation in response to rising prices due to the situation in Ukraine.

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“Power supply and demand tight warning” What are the movements in each region to cooperate in saving electricity?

2022-03-22 18:27:00
The government issued the first "electric power supply and demand tight warning" in the jurisdiction of Tohoku Electric Power in addition to the jurisdiction of TEPCO, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe. We encourage homes and businesses to help save as much electricity as possible. We have summarized the perceptions and movements of each region.

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New fiscal year budget established Agree with ruling party, citizens, etc. General account total of over 107 trillion yen

2022-03-22 18:19:00
The budget for the new fiscal year = Reiwa 4th fiscal year, when the total amount of the general account is over 107 trillion yen, which is the largest ever, was decided at the plenary session of the House of Councilors, and was approved by the majority of the Liberal Democratic Party, the Komeito Party and the Democratic Party for the People.

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Yen exchange rate hits the 120 yen level per dollar for the first time in about 6 years and 1 month

2022-03-22 18:10:00
In the Tokyo foreign exchange market on the 22nd after the consecutive holidays, the yen exchange rate dropped to the 120 yen level per dollar, and the yen depreciated for the first time in about 6 years and 1 month. From the view that the pace of interest rate hikes in the United States will accelerate, the movement to sell the yen and buy the dollar is intensifying, and the depreciation of the yen is accelerating.

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“Power supply and demand tight warning” What are the movements in each region to cooperate in saving electricity?

2022-03-22 18:07:00
The government issued the first "electric power supply and demand tight warning" in the jurisdiction of Tohoku Electric Power in addition to the jurisdiction of TEPCO, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe. We encourage homes and businesses to help save as much electricity as possible. We have summarized the perceptions and movements of each region.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 22nd)

2022-03-22 18:04:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 22nd (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine, such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 7 hours between Japan and Ukraine and 6 hours from Moscow, Russia)

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Restoration Kiyoshige Maekawa, member of the House of Representatives, charged at home for violating the Public Offices Election Act Nara District Public Prosecutor's Office

2022-03-22 17:58:00
Kiyoshige Maekawa, a member of the House of Representatives of the Nippon Ishin no Kai, sent a document to voters calling for a vote before the announcement of the House of Representatives election last year. I was charged at home. Mr. Maekawa held a press conference and insisted that "it is a legally recognized political activity and I want to appeal for justice in court."

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Be careful of the risk of snow even after the peak of heavy snowfall in the Kanto region, even in the plains in the south.

2022-03-22 17:50:00
Due to the effects of low pressure and cold air, it snowed not only along the mountains but also in the plains of the Kanto region on the 22nd. Although the peak of heavy snow has passed, there is a possibility that it will snow in the plains of the southern Kanto region for a while, and it is expected to cool down over the 23rd, so be careful about the impact on traffic and freezing of the road surface. Is required.

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[Now in the field] Ukrainian mother "The mental state of my 7-year-old daughter ..."

2022-03-22 17:15:00
"My 7-year-old daughter is in a state of excitement. I think she will eventually need mental treatment," said a woman who has been evacuating with her daughters for more than three weeks in an underground shelter in Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine. As the Russian army continued to attack, I was able to talk about what I felt.

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Restoration Kiyoshige Maekawa, member of the House of Representatives, charged at home for violating the Public Offices Election Act Nara District Public Prosecutor's Office

2022-03-22 17:14:00
Kiyoshige Maekawa, a member of the House of Representatives of the Nippon Ishin no Kai, sent a document to voters calling for a vote for himself before the announcement of the House of Representatives election last year. I was charged at home. "I'm sure he's not an election breach. I'll justice in court," Maekawa said.

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“Power supply and demand tight warning” What are the movements in each region to cooperate in saving electricity?

2022-03-22 17:00:00
The government issued the first "electric power supply and demand tight warning" in the jurisdiction of Tohoku Electric Power in addition to the jurisdiction of TEPCO, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe. We encourage homes and businesses to help save as much electricity as possible. We have summarized the perceptions and movements of each region.

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[Video] Reporter explains the outlook for "power supply and demand tight warning" and power saving

2022-03-22 16:49:00
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Hagiuda held an urgent press conference, saying that the target amount of power saving has not been reached within the jurisdiction of TEPCO, and if this situation continues, a power outage may occur. From 0:00 to 8:00 pm, I strongly requested another power saving. Odashima, a reporter from the Ministry of Economic Affairs, explains the current state and outlook of electric power, and the preparations for a power outage. * The lighting in the studio is turned down more than usual to save electricity. [Video: 3 minutes 10 seconds] (Not available on 22nd 4:00 pm broadcast, data broadcast)

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 22nd)

2022-03-22 16:45:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 22nd (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine, such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 7 hours between Japan and Ukraine and 6 hours from Moscow, Russia)

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New fiscal year budget established Agree with ruling party, citizens, etc. General account total of over 107 trillion yen

2022-03-22 16:42:00
The budget for the new fiscal year = Reiwa 4th fiscal year, when the total amount of the general account is over 107 trillion yen, which is the largest ever, was decided at the plenary session of the House of Councilors, and was approved by the majority of the Liberal Democratic Party, the Komeito Party and the Democratic Party for the People.

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A-bomb survivors appealing for the abolition of nuclear weapons "may be really repeated" What I think now

2022-03-22 16:41:00
"Don't repeat the mistakes of Hiroshima and Nagasaki." A-bomb survivors who saw the unimaginable damage caused by the atomic bomb, which is also called "living hell," have appealed to the world for 77 years. Now, Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues, and President Putin threatens to flicker the possibility of using nuclear weapons. UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed a strong sense of crisis, saying, "A conflict using nuclear weapons that was once unthinkable is now possible." A series that introduces messages that can only be conveyed in Japan, the only country that has been exposed to the war. The third is the voice of the A-bomb survivors in Nagasaki.

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Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Hagita 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Strongly request further power saving

2022-03-22 16:20:00
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Hagiuda held an urgent press conference, saying that the target amount of power saving has not been reached within the jurisdiction of TEPCO, and if this situation continues, a power outage may occur. From 0:00 to 8:00 pm, I strongly requested another power saving.

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Power supply and demand tight warning in Tokyo / Tohoku Electric Power jurisdiction Call for power saving Government

2022-03-22 16:17:00
The government issued the first "electric power supply and demand tight warning" in the jurisdiction of Tohoku Electric Power in addition to the jurisdiction of TEPCO, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe. We encourage homes and businesses to help save as much electricity as possible.

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Netflix's Japanese subsidiary Missing declaration of about 1.2 billion yen Tokyo National Taxation Bureau

2022-03-22 15:59:00
The Japanese corporation of Netflix, a major video distribution company, was pointed out by the Tokyo National Taxation Bureau that it had not received profits commensurate with its business from a Dutch corporation, and it was pointed out that it was missing a declaration of about 1.2 billion yen. I understand.

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Stock price recovers to 27,000 yen level Yen depreciation and dollar appreciation Buy orders for export-related stocks

2022-03-22 15:46:00
In the Tokyo stock market on the 22nd after the holidays, the yen depreciated and the dollar strengthened in the foreign exchange market, and buying orders expanded mainly for export-related stocks, and the Nikkei Stock Average closed at 20,000 for the first time in about a month. It has recovered to the 7,000 yen level.

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Restoration Kiyoshige Maekawa, member of the House of Representatives, charged at home for violating the Public Offices Election Act Nara District Public Prosecutor's Office

2022-03-22 15:40:00
Kiyoshige Maekawa, a member of the House of Representatives of the Nippon Ishin no Kai, sent a document to voters calling for a vote for himself before the announcement of the House of Representatives election last year. I was charged at home. "I'm sure he's not an election breach. I'll justice in court," Maekawa said.

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“Power supply and demand tight warning” What are the movements in each region to cooperate in saving electricity?

2022-03-22 15:20:00
The government issued the first "electric power supply and demand tight warning" in the jurisdiction of Tohoku Electric Power in addition to the jurisdiction of TEPCO, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe. We encourage homes and businesses to help save as much electricity as possible. We have summarized the perceptions and movements of each region.

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Prime Minister Kishida responds flexibly to high prices due to the situation in Ukraine

2022-03-22 15:11:00
At the House of Councilors Finance and Finance Committee, Prime Minister Kishida expressed his intention to flexibly take new measures depending on the situation in response to rising prices due to the situation in Ukraine.

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Restoration Kiyoshige Maekawa, member of the House of Representatives, charged at home for violating the Public Offices Election Act Nara District Public Prosecutor's Office

2022-03-22 15:06:00
Kiyoshige Maekawa, a 59-year-old member of the House of Representatives of the Japan Restoration Association, sent a document to voters calling for a vote for himself before the announcement of the House of Representatives election last year. I was charged at home for the crime. Representative Maekawa commented that he ran for this election from Nara 1st district and was elected as a proportional representative, "I am convinced that it is not an election violation. I will appeal for justice in the court."

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Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Hagita 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Strongly request further power saving

2022-03-22 15:03:00
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Hagiuda held an urgent press conference, saying that the target amount of power saving has not been reached within the jurisdiction of TEPCO, and if this situation continues, a power outage may occur. From 0:00 to 8:00 pm, I strongly requested another power saving.

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“Power supply and demand tight warning” What are the movements in each region to cooperate in saving electricity?

2022-03-22 14:54:00
The government issued the first "electric power supply and demand tight warning" in the jurisdiction of Tohoku Electric Power in addition to the jurisdiction of TEPCO, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe. We encourage homes and businesses to help save as much electricity as possible. We have summarized the perceptions and movements of each region.

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Heavy snowfall in the center along Mt. Kanto There is a risk of snowfall in the 23 wards of Tokyo, etc.

2022-03-22 14:06:00
Due to the effects of low pressure and cold air, it is snowing not only along the mountains but also in the plains of the Kanto region. In addition to heavy snowfall mainly along the mountains until the night of the 22nd, there is a risk that snow will accumulate in the plains of the southern Kanto region such as the 23rd ward of Tokyo, so it is necessary to pay sufficient attention to the impact on traffic.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 22nd)

2022-03-22 13:43:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 22nd (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine, such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 7 hours between Japan and Ukraine and 6 hours from Moscow, Russia)

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Power supply and demand tight warning in Tokyo / Tohoku Electric Power jurisdiction Call for power saving Government

2022-03-22 13:19:00
The government issued the first "electric power supply and demand tight warning" in the jurisdiction of Tohoku Electric Power in addition to the jurisdiction of TEPCO, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe. We encourage homes and businesses to help save as much electricity as possible.

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Chinese passenger plane crash “Rescue activities with full power” emphasized Survivors not confirmed

2022-03-22 13:04:00
Following the crash of a passenger plane carrying 132 passengers and crew in southern China on the 21st, Xi Jinping's leadership dispatched a deputy prime minister to the site and emphasized that military troops are also mobilizing and doing their best to rescue. However, no survivors have been identified so far.

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Mariupol's eastern Ukraine more than 3,000 dead or human rights group report

2022-03-22 13:00:00
Human Rights Watch, an international human rights group headquartered in the United States, compiled a report on the situation in Mariupol in eastern Ukraine, where fierce fighting continues on the 21st.

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[Explanation] "Power supply and demand tight warning" outlook and what we can do

2022-03-22 12:41:00
The government issued the first "electric power supply and demand tight warning" in the jurisdiction of Tohoku Electric Power in addition to the jurisdiction of TEPCO, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe. We encourage homes and businesses to help save as much electricity as possible. This is a commentary by Odashima, a reporter from the Ministry of Economic Affairs, on how tight the supply and demand of electricity is and what kind of power savings can be achieved at homes and businesses. [Video: 2 minutes 43 seconds] (Not available on the data broadcast on the 22nd noon)

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There is a risk of heavy snow in the northeastern part of the Kanto region.

2022-03-22 12:40:00
Due to the effects of low pressure and cold air, it is snowing not only along the mountains but also in the plains in the Kanto region, and there is a risk of heavy snowfall in the north until the night of the 22nd. It may also accumulate in the Tama region of Tokyo, so you need to be careful about the impact on traffic.

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Stock price recovers to 27,000 yen level Yen depreciation and dollar appreciation Buy orders for export-related stocks

2022-03-22 12:15:00
In the Tokyo stock market on the 22nd after the consecutive holidays, the depreciation of the yen and the appreciation of the dollar led to the spread of buy orders for export-related stocks, and the Nikkei Stock Average rose sharply to recover to the 27,000 yen level.

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There is a risk of heavy snow in the northeastern part of the Kanto region.

2022-03-22 12:11:00
Due to the effects of low pressure and cold air, it is snowing not only along the mountains but also in the plains in the northeastern part of the Kanto region, and there is a risk of heavy snowfall over the night of the 22nd. It may also accumulate in the Tama region of Tokyo, so you need to be careful about the impact on traffic.

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Prime Minister Kishida's House of Councilors Budget Committee blames Russia for transferring responsibility to Japan-Russia relations

2022-03-22 12:07:00
Prime Minister Kishida intends to shift responsibility for Russia's invasion of Ukraine to Japan-Russia relations after the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced at the House of Councilors Budget Committee that it intends to suspend negotiations on a peace treaty including the Northern Territories issue with Japan. He slammed Russia's response, saying it was extremely unjustified and absolutely unacceptable.

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President Biden “Russia may use biological weapons”

2022-03-22 11:59:00
US President Joe Biden said Russia's President Vladimir Putin, who continues to invade Ukraine, was "hunted down" and acknowledged that he could use biological and chemical weapons. In addition, he urged American companies to immediately work on strengthening security, citing information that the Russian side is planning a cyberattack.

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Yen exchange rate Temporarily 120 yen level per dollar For the first time in 6 years and 1 month US interest rate hike acceleration observation

2022-03-22 11:58:00
On the 22nd of the consecutive holidays, the yen exchange rate fell to the 120 yen level at one dollar in the Tokyo foreign exchange market, and the yen depreciated for the first time in about 6 years and 1 month. From the view that the pace of interest rate hikes in the United States will accelerate, the movement to sell the yen and buy the dollar is intensifying, and the depreciation of the yen is accelerating.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 22nd)

2022-03-22 11:55:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 22nd (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine, such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 7 hours between Japan and Ukraine and 6 hours from Moscow, Russia)

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Power tight warning in the government Tohoku Electric Power jurisdiction 99% at 10 o'clock usage rate

2022-03-22 11:42:00
In addition to the fact that some power plants have been shut down in the jurisdiction of Tohoku Electric Power due to the impact of the earthquake on the 16th of this month, the supply and demand of electric power has become extremely difficult in the Tohoku and Niigata areas due to the drop in temperature. The government has issued a "power supply and demand tight warning" within the jurisdiction of Tohoku Electric Power Co., Inc., following the jurisdiction of Tokyo Electric Power Co., Inc., saying that it may fall below the minimum level required for a stable supply of electricity. The government is calling on households and businesses under the jurisdiction of Tohoku Electric Power to cooperate in saving electricity as much as possible.

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Temporary rapid train for Shinkansen alternative transportation Tohoku Main Line Koriyama to Sendai

2022-03-22 11:16:00
On the 21st, a part of the bridge on the Tohoku Main Line was found to be damaged between Koriyama and Sendai in Fukushima Prefecture, where the Tohoku Shinkansen is out of service, and JR said that it would stop operating a temporary rapid train for alternative transportation. As a result of the restoration work, it will be operated from around noon on the 22nd.

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Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces intention to suspend peace treaty negotiations with Japan

2022-03-22 11:09:00
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced its intention to suspend negotiations on a peace treaty with Japan, including the Northern Territories issue. It is a reaction to the Japanese government's strict sanctions against Russia's military invasion of Ukraine.

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The first "power supply and demand tight warning" usage rate is 101% at 10 o'clock in the TEPCO jurisdiction

2022-03-22 11:06:00
The government issued a "power supply and demand tight warning" for the first time, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe within the jurisdiction of TEPCO. While the power plant has not been restored due to the earthquake on the 16th of this month, the temperature has dropped on the 22nd and the demand for electricity has increased. We are calling for cooperation in saving electricity.

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Yen exchange rate Temporarily 120 yen level per dollar For the first time in 6 years and 1 month US interest rate hike acceleration observation

2022-03-22 10:57:00
On the 22nd of the consecutive holidays, the yen exchange rate fell to the 120 yen level at one dollar in the Tokyo foreign exchange market, and the yen depreciated for the first time in about 6 years and 1 month. From the view that the pace of interest rate hikes in the United States will accelerate, the movement to sell the yen and buy the dollar is intensifying, and the depreciation of the yen is accelerating.

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Tohoku Electric Power also calls for cooperation in saving electricity Power supply and demand is extremely difficult

2022-03-22 10:56:00
Tohoku Electric Power Co., Inc. has suffered from the continuous shutdown of some power plants due to the earthquake on the 16th of this month, and due to the drop in temperature, the supply and demand of electricity in the Tohoku and Niigata areas has become extremely difficult. We are calling for cooperation in saving electricity, such as refraining from using electrical equipment other than heating and turning off the lights within the range that does not interfere with our daily lives.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 22nd)

2022-03-22 10:34:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 22nd (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine, such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 7 hours between Japan and Ukraine and 6 hours from Moscow, Russia)

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The first "power supply and demand tight warning" TEPCO jurisdiction usage rate 97% at 9 o'clock

2022-03-22 10:14:00
The government issued a "power supply and demand tight warning" for the first time, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe within the jurisdiction of TEPCO. While the power plant has not been restored due to the earthquake on the 16th of this month, the temperature has dropped on the 22nd and the demand for electricity has increased. We are calling for cooperation in saving electricity.

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Agreement on additional military assistance to EU Ukraine Support amount is over 65 billion yen

2022-03-22 10:09:00
As Russia's attack on Ukraine intensifies, the EU-European Union has agreed to provide Ukraine with additional military assistance of 500 million euros and 65 billion yen in Japanese yen.

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Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces intention to suspend peace treaty negotiations with Japan

2022-03-22 10:06:00
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced its intention to suspend negotiations on a peace treaty with Japan, including the Northern Territories issue. It is a reaction to the Japanese government's strict sanctions against Russia's military invasion of Ukraine.

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Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Hagita “Cooperation for maximum power saving”

2022-03-22 10:02:00
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Hagita issued the "electric power supply and demand tight warning" for the first time because the power supply and demand in the Tokyo Electric Power Company's jurisdiction was extremely severe. After showing the outlook, he called for cooperation in maximizing power saving.

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Yen exchange rate is in the 120 yen range per dollar for the first time in 6 years and 1 month.

2022-03-22 09:58:00
In the Tokyo foreign exchange market on the 22nd after the consecutive holidays, the movement to sell the yen and buy the dollar became stronger from the view that the pace of interest rate hikes in the United States would be faster, and the yen exchange rate fell to the 120 yen level per dollar. The dollar = 120 yen level is the first time in about 6 years and 1 month. Fed Chair Powell, the central bank of the United States, said in a speech on the 21st that the rate hike could be doubled, and US interest rates will not rise faster than expected. From this point of view, the movement to sell yen and buy dollars is increasing.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 22nd)

2022-03-22 09:17:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 22nd (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine, such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 7 hours between Japan and Ukraine and 6 hours from Moscow, Russia)

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The first "power supply and demand tight warning" TEPCO jurisdiction save as much power as possible

2022-03-22 09:14:00
The government issued a "power supply and demand tight warning" for the first time, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe within the jurisdiction of TEPCO. While the power plant has not been restored due to the earthquake on the 16th of this month, the temperature has dropped on the 22nd and the demand for electricity has increased. We are calling for cooperation in saving electricity.

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Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Hagita “Cooperation for maximum power saving”

2022-03-22 08:55:00
At a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Hagiuda issued a "power supply and demand tight warning" for the first time because the power supply and demand in the Tokyo Electric Power Company's jurisdiction was extremely severe. He said that it is expected to become extremely strict, and called for cooperation, saying, "Please cooperate in maximizing power saving, such as lowering the set temperature of heating and turning off unused lights."

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There is a risk of snowfall in the plains of the northeastern part of the Kanto region and in the Tama region of Tokyo.

2022-03-22 08:33:00
Due to the effects of low pressure and cold air, it is snowing along the mountains in the northeastern part of the Kanto region, and there is a risk that it will accumulate in the plains of the north and the Tama region of Tokyo. Please be careful about the impact on traffic.

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The first "power supply and demand tight warning" TEPCO jurisdiction save as much power as possible

2022-03-22 08:16:00
The government issued a "power supply and demand tight warning" for the first time, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe within the jurisdiction of TEPCO. While the power plant has not been restored due to the earthquake on the 16th of this month, the temperature has dropped on the 22nd and the demand for electricity has increased. We are calling for cooperation in saving electricity.

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What kind of response do you need?

2022-03-22 08:15:00
The government issued a "power supply and demand tight warning" for the first time, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe within the jurisdiction of TEPCO. While the power plant is not being restored due to the earthquake on the 16th of this month, the temperature may drop on the 22nd and the demand for electricity may increase. We are calling on you to cooperate in saving electricity as much as possible. We will tell you in detail in the press commentary why the power supply and demand is tight and what kind of measures are required to prevent power outages. [The video is the content reported in the news at 7 am on the 22nd]

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Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces intention to suspend peace treaty negotiations with Japan

2022-03-22 07:52:00
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced its intention to suspend negotiations on a peace treaty with Japan, including the Northern Territories issue. It is a reaction to the Japanese government's strict sanctions against Russia's military invasion of Ukraine.

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The first "power supply and demand tight warning" TEPCO jurisdiction save as much power as possible

2022-03-22 07:17:00
The government issued a "power supply and demand tight warning" for the first time, saying that the power supply and demand situation on the 22nd is extremely severe within the jurisdiction of TEPCO. While the power plant is not being restored due to the earthquake on the 16th of this month, the temperature may drop on the 22nd and the demand for electricity may increase. We are calling on you to cooperate in saving electricity as much as possible.

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Attacks on Kyiv Intensify Civil Sacrifice Concerns More

2022-03-22 07:13:00
The Russian army, which continues to invade Ukraine, has launched a missile attack in the capital city of Kyiv, and also informed the Ukrainian army to disarm and surrender the city at the eastern strategic point Mariupol, further increasing pressure. On the other hand, although ceasefire negotiations are being held intermittently, the Russian side has reiterated its policy of not suspending the attack until the ceasefire agreement, and there is concern that the number of civilian casualties will continue to increase.

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Chinese passenger plane crashed 132 people on board “Aircraft fell almost vertically” Rescue continued

2022-03-22 06:49:00
On the 21st in southern China, a passenger plane carrying 132 passengers and crew crashed in the mountains, and rescue operations are continuing locally, but the detailed situation such as injuries is still unknown. On the other hand, in the video of the surveillance camera installed near the site, it was confirmed that the aircraft was falling almost vertically, and the government is investigating the cause of the crash.

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[Updated from time to time] Military invasion of Russia and Ukraine (movement on the 22nd)

2022-03-22 06:14:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad. We will keep you updated on the movements on the 22nd (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine, such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned. (There is a time difference of 7 hours between Japan and Ukraine and 6 hours from Moscow, Russia)

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Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces intention to suspend peace treaty negotiations with Japan

2022-03-22 06:04:00
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced its intention to suspend negotiations on a peace treaty with Japan, including the Northern Territories issue. It is a reaction to the Japanese government's strict sanctions against Russia's military invasion of Ukraine.

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[Reporter's commentary] The first "power supply and demand tight warning" What kind of response is necessary?

2022-03-22 00:12:00
While the restoration of the power plant is not progressing due to the impact of the earthquake on the 16th of this month, the temperature is expected to drop on the 22nd, and the government has a surplus power supply capacity, the so-called "reserve rate", in the 1 metropolitan area and 8 prefectures under the jurisdiction of TEPCO. For the first time, we issued a "power supply and demand tight warning" because it could be below the minimum of 3% required for stable supply. Reporters will explain what kind of measures are required to prevent power outages. [The video is the content reported in the news from 11:15 pm on the 21st]

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