Toshio Sakata dies at the age of 82, affectionately known as "Idiot Sakata"
2023-12-31 20:01:00
Comedian Toshio Sakata, nicknamed ``Idiot Sakata,'' passed away in Osaka on the 29th due to old age. He was 82 years old.
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Oga, Akita A traditional event to pray for good health: “Oga Namahage”
2023-12-31 19:59:00
On New Year's Eve, a traditional event called ``Oga Namahage'' is held in various parts of Oga City, Akita Prefecture, where men wearing demon-like masks go from house to house in the area to pray for good health.
Estimated 1.06 million new adults entering the new year at age 18, the lowest on record Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications
2023-12-31 19:39:00
The number of new adults entering the new year at the age of 18 was 1.06 million, the lowest since the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications began compiling estimates.
Abe faction, multiple members, party income of approximately 100 million yen, not delivered to the faction
2023-12-31 19:00:00
In an incident involving a political funding party organized by a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party, several members of the Abe faction did not remit to the faction the party income that they had collected in excess of the sales quota, and the total amount was lost over a five-year period up to last year. Through interviews with people involved, it has been newly learned that the amount is believed to be approximately 100 million yen. For Abe's faction, there is a suspicion that the total amount of funds that were turned into slush funds that were not recorded in the political funds balance report, together with the amount that was kicked back, has ballooned to around 600 million yen. It appears to be in progress.
Fire at karaoke shop in Minato Ward, Tokyo, no injuries
2023-12-31 18:34:00
On the afternoon of the 31st, there was a fire at a karaoke shop in Minato Ward, Tokyo. There were 15 people in the store at the time, including customers and employees, but no one was injured.
Secretary to former Deputy Minister of Justice Kakizawa: Suggestion that someone else be responsible?
2023-12-31 17:53:00
In the case in which Vice Minister of Justice Mizuaki Kakizawa was arrested on suspicion of violating the Public Offices Election Act regarding the election for the mayor of Koto Ward in Tokyo, it was pointed out that a paid advertisement on the Internet calling for votes for the former ward mayor was illegal. Interviews with people involved revealed that former Vice Minister Kakizawa's secretary had suggested to the former ward mayor that someone else be responsible for the incident. The former ward mayor's side later explained at a press conference that the suggestion was made by a volunteer staff member of the camp, and the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office Special Investigation Department is investigating the details of the incident, believing that the former Deputy Minister Kakizawa and the former ward mayor were trying to hide their involvement. It seems that there are some.
Keio Inokashira Line resumes operation
2023-12-31 17:33:00
Due to a fatal accident, the Keio Inokashira Line had suspended operation between Fujimigaoka Station and Kichijoji Station, but operations resumed at 5:12 p.m.
Be careful of lightning strikes and gusts of wind, mainly on the Sea of Japan side.
2023-12-31 17:32:00
This is the weather from January 1st to New Year's Day. Due to the unstable atmospheric conditions, it is necessary to be careful of lightning and gusts of wind, especially on the Sea of Japan side, until dawn. On the other hand, on the Pacific side, there are some places where the morning will be clear and you can see the first sunrise.
New Year decorations on fishing boats at Meizu Port, Nichinan, Miyazaki, wishing for a big catch and safe navigation
2023-12-31 16:49:00
At the port of Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture, which is one of the nation's leading pole-and-line fishing hubs for bonito, fishing boats are decorated with big catch flags and shimenawa ropes ahead of the New Year.
Toshio Sakata dies at the age of 82, affectionately known as "Idiot Sakata"
2023-12-31 16:44:00
Comedian Toshio Sakata, nicknamed ``Idiot Sakata,'' passed away in Osaka on the 29th due to old age. He was 82 years old.
Keio Inokashira Line operation suspended between Fujimigaoka and Kichijoji Station
2023-12-31 16:18:00
According to Keio Electric Railway, due to a fatal accident, the Keio Inokashira Line will be suspended from around 4 p.m. between Fujimigaoka Station and Kichijoji Station. It is expected that operations will resume around 5:10 p.m.
NPO provides osechi to support groups for people who are struggling to make ends meet
2023-12-31 16:02:00
On the 31st of New Year's Eve, an NPO in Nagoya City provided ingredients for New Year's dishes donated by delicatessen manufacturers to support groups for people struggling to make ends meet.
Kagoshima Ferry with fire breaking out in engine room docks at Kagoshima Port on the morning of the 31st
2023-12-31 15:42:00
On the 29th, while sailing off the coast of Akuseki Island in Kagoshima Prefecture, a fire broke out in the engine room, making the ferry unable to proceed.The ferry, which had been towed away, docked at Kagoshima Port on the morning of the 31st.
High school student riding on the back dies after falling from two-seater motorcycle Tokyo
2023-12-31 14:33:00
On the night of the 30th, a two-seater motorcycle hit a curb in a tunnel in Ota Ward, Tokyo, and a high school student riding on the back fell off and died. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident by interviewing the high school student who claimed to have been driving the motorcycle.
Year-end Jumbo Lottery drawing winning numbers decided
2023-12-31 14:00:00
A lottery was held for the ``Year-end Jumbo Lottery'' where you can win 1 billion yen in total for the first and second prizes, and the winning numbers have been decided.
Toshikoshi soba is sold over the counter at a long-established store in Fukuoka, with the owner's children and grandchildren also helping out
2023-12-31 13:02:00
On the 31st of New Year's Eve, long-established soba restaurants in Fukuoka City are filled with people looking to end the year with Toshikoshi soba.
Gifu house fire, one body found in the burnt ruins, female resident unable to be contacted
2023-12-31 12:53:00
On the morning of the 31st, a fire destroyed a house in Gifu City, and one person's body was found in the ashes. Police have been unable to contact the woman in her 40s who lives in this house after the fire, so they are working to confirm her identity and investigating the cause of the fire.
Yamagata Tsuruoka One year since the New Year's Eve landslide, mourning the two who died
2023-12-31 12:21:00
On New Year's Eve 2022, 31 days marks one year since the landslide that killed two people in Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture. City officials and residents visited the scene and mourned those who died.
Toshio Sakata dies at the age of 82, affectionately known as "Idiot Sakata"
2023-12-31 11:45:00
Comedian Toshio Sakata, nicknamed ``Idiot Sakata,'' passed away in Osaka on the 29th due to old age. He was 82 years old.
Review of technical intern training system for foreigners, focusing on conditions for transfer to another company
2023-12-31 10:15:00
In reviewing the technical intern training system for foreigners, the government's panel of experts decided to allow transfers to other companies under certain conditions, but as there are cautious opinions within the Liberal Democratic Party, the law has been revised The specific conditions for transfer are likely to be one of the focuses in designing a system for this purpose.
Western to Eastern Japan: Atmospheric instability around New Year's Day, mainly on the Sea of Japan side; watch out for lightning strikes, etc.
2023-12-31 07:21:00
Due to the influence of cold air flowing into the skies above Japan, atmospheric conditions are expected to become extremely unstable mainly from western Japan to eastern Japan on the Sea of Japan side. The unstable atmosphere is expected to continue until January 1st, so please be careful of lightning, gusty winds, and sudden heavy rain.
Toshio Sakata dies at age 82, fondly known as ``Idiot Sakata''
2023-12-31 05:39:00
Comedian Toshio Sakata, nicknamed ``Idiot Sakata,'' passed away in Osaka on the 29th due to old age. He was 82 years old.
``Nankai Trough Earthquake Temporary Information'' awareness in expected damage areas does not reach 30%
2023-12-31 05:20:00
When the government conducted a questionnaire survey regarding the ``Nankai Trough Earthquake Temporary Information,'' which is announced when an abnormal phenomenon is observed along the Nankai Trough, only a few people knew about the areas where damage is expected. It turns out that less than 30% of respondents responded.
Developing guidelines that incorporate basic ideas for creating a place for children
2023-12-31 05:00:00
In order to create a place where children and young people can spend their time with peace of mind, the government has formulated its first guidelines that include basic concepts and the roles of related organizations.
Body in Tamagawa suitcase is 46-year-old man, investigated as murder
2023-12-31 01:06:00
On the 29th, the body found in a suitcase recovered from the Tama River in Kawasaki City was that of a 46-year-old man, and the cause of death was confirmed to be suffocation. Police are investigating the details of the case as a murder case.
