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Traffic impact from snow: Shutto Expressway, Tomei Expressway, Chuo Expressway, etc. are closed. Railway Sky is

2024-02-05 23:45:00
The snow has affected roads and traffic in Kanto-Koshin and other areas.

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Nagano Ueda Electric Railway: Train collides with stranded car at railroad crossing, no injuries

2024-02-05 23:35:00
In Nagano Prefecture, there was an accident involving a train and a car that appeared to be caused by snow.

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40 people injured in Tokyo, 12 in Saitama, no serious injuries

2024-02-05 23:22:00
According to the Tokyo Fire Department, as of 9 p.m. on the 5th, 40 people in Tokyo, ranging in age from 4 to 92 years old, including men and women, had been transported by ambulance with injuries caused by falls that appeared to be caused by the snow. No one was seriously injured.

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Yurikamome stranded due to snow, passengers walking on track

2024-02-05 23:20:00
According to the Yurikamome service company, two trains were suspended between Takeshiba Station and Shiodome Station and between Shiodome Station and Shimbashi Station due to snow at around 9:15 p.m. on the 5th. Because the train was unable to move, 550 passengers were lowered onto the tracks and escorted to Shiodome Station on foot. No one was injured or reported feeling unwell. As a result of this, the Yurikamome line has been suspended on all lines as of 10:30 p.m., and there are no plans for its resumption.

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40 people injured in Tokyo, 12 in Saitama, no serious injuries

2024-02-05 22:35:00
According to the Tokyo Fire Department, as of 9 p.m. on the 5th, 40 people in Tokyo, ranging in age from 4 to 92 years old, including men and women, had been transported by ambulance with injuries caused by falls that appeared to be caused by the snow. No one was seriously injured.

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“Ensure that stricter gun regulations do not hinder extermination measures” Matsumura, Chairman of the National Public Safety Commission

2024-02-05 22:13:00
As damage caused by bears continues to occur in various places, National Public Safety Commission Chairman Matsumura has expressed his intention to ensure that the National Police Agency's tightening of gun regulations will not hinder extermination measures.

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Yurikamome stranded due to snow, passengers walking on track

2024-02-05 22:10:00
According to the Yurikamome service company, two trains on the Yurikamome line stopped running between Takeshiba Station and Shiodome Station and between Shiodome Station and Shimbashi Station due to snow at around 9:15 p.m. on the 5th. The plane was stranded, so passengers were lowered into orbit. Passengers are walking to Shiodome Station.

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Accident investigation committee set up to investigate cause of Taketoyo thermal power plant fire JERA

2024-02-05 21:54:00
In response to a fire that caused fuel storage equipment to catch fire at a thermal power plant in Taketoyo Town, Aichi Prefecture at the end of January, JERA, the electric power company that operates the power plant, asked experts on the 5th to investigate the cause. announced that they have set up an accident investigation committee with the participation of

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Traffic impact from snow: Shutto Expressway, Tomei Expressway, Chuo Expressway, etc. are closed. Railway Sky is

2024-02-05 21:50:00
Due to the snow, a wide area, mainly in the Kanto region, including the Shuto Expressway, Tomei Expressway, Chuo Expressway, and Kanetsu Expressway, is closed to traffic.

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[Meteorological Forecaster Commentary] Snow is increasing even in central Tokyo. What will happen tomorrow morning?

2024-02-05 21:37:00
Due to the influence of a low-pressure system moving along the southern coast of Honshu, snow is increasing even in flat areas in the Kanto-Koshin region, and a heavy snow warning has been issued for a wide area of ​​the Kanto-Koshin region, including all of Tokyo's 23 wards. There is a risk of heavy snowfall into the morning of the 6th, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is warning people to be careful about the impact on traffic due to snow accumulation and frozen roads. Weather forecaster Kimiji Saita explains how snow will fall in the future. (Broadcast on News Watch 9 on the 5th) [Video: 3 minutes 04 seconds] *Cannot be viewed on data broadcast.

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Ishikawa Wajima Special needs school resumes face-to-face classes, opening ceremony delayed by one month

2024-02-05 21:18:00
At a special needs school in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, face-to-face classes resumed on the 5th, and an opening ceremony was held one month late.

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“I want you to smile and call my name like always” [Voices from disaster-stricken areas]

2024-02-05 21:01:00
A father smiling happily surrounded by his two children. On New Year's Day, while he was spending time with his family at his home in Wajima City, he lost his life in a sudden earthquake. Her daughter held her father's hand and continued to call out to him as he received life-saving measures, and even now, more than a month later, she still has trouble sleeping at night thinking about it. She said, ``She doesn't want to accept it, but she's starting to realize it, and I can't stop crying every day. I wonder when she'll be able to calm down...''

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Toyama Himi: Exclusively disposes of supplementary budget for subsidizing expenses for renting vacant houses, etc.

2024-02-05 20:37:00
Himi City, Toyama Prefecture, which experienced tremors with a seismic intensity of 5 or above during the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, is offering over 1.06 billion yen to owners, including subsidizing renovation costs, if vacant houses are renovated and rented out as housing for disaster victims. It was announced that the supplementary budget for the

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Atsugi, Kanagawa Prefecture and facility apologize for mistreatment of users at prefectural facility for people with disabilities

2024-02-05 20:32:00
At a prefectural support facility for people with disabilities in Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture, the prefecture and the facility have apologized for abusive behavior in which a staff member swung a spoon down while assisting a user with a meal, injuring the user's forehead. .

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[Meteorological Forecaster Commentary] Snow is increasing even in central Tokyo. What will happen tomorrow morning?

2024-02-05 20:27:00
Due to the influence of a low-pressure system moving along the southern coast of Honshu, snow has become heavier even in flat areas in the Kanto-Koshin region, and heavy snow warnings have been issued for parts of Tokyo's 23 wards. There is a risk of heavy snowfall into the morning of the 6th, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is warning people to be careful about the impact on traffic due to snow accumulation and frozen roads. Weather forecaster Morion Haruyama explains how snow will fall in the future. (Broadcast on News 7 on the 5th) [Video: 1 minute 27 seconds] *Cannot be viewed on data broadcast.

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Ishikawa Prefectural housing for disaster victims begins accepting second move-ins

2024-02-05 20:13:00
Applications for a second move into Ishikawa Prefecture's prefectural housing, which is aimed at people who are unable to live in their homes due to damage caused by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, began on the 5th.

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Ishikawa Noto Town and Hakui City to begin accepting disaster volunteers

2024-02-05 20:08:00
Regarding disaster volunteers, Noto Town in Ishikawa Prefecture will begin accepting volunteers from February 8th, and Hakui City will begin accepting volunteers from February 10th.

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Heavy snow warning in Tokyo's Setagaya Ward, Suginami Ward, and Nerima Ward for the first time since February last year in 23 wards.

2024-02-05 19:48:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy snow warning for Tokyo's Setagaya, Suginami, and Nerima wards at 7:19 p.m. on the 5th. It is the first time since February 10 of last year that a heavy snow warning has been issued for Tokyo's 23 wards, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful about the impact on traffic.

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Two people arrested for “early discovery” Images translated into foreign language and posted on multiple sites?

2024-02-05 19:31:00
Two Tokyo company managers were arrested for infringing the copyright of manga magazines by posting images of their works on the Internet before they were released. In an interview with the police, it was discovered that the post had been posted on multiple sites. In response to police investigation, both men have denied some of the charges.

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Ishikawa Prefecture to hold briefing session for second-stage evacuees Future housing and support system

2024-02-05 19:22:00
Ishikawa Prefecture has announced that it will hold briefing sessions on future housing and support systems for people who have taken secondary evacuation to hotels and inns inside and outside the prefecture due to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, starting from the 7th. .

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Policy to significantly increase the amount of “crime victim benefits” National Police Agency

2024-02-05 19:18:00
The National Police Agency has decided to significantly increase the amount of the Crime Victim Benefit, which is paid to the families of crime victims. In cases where the victim is a child or has a low income, the amount provided has so far been kept low, but in these cases we will expand support for the victim and their bereaved family.

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Former NHK Chairman Shigeo Fukuchi dies at age 89, having served as president of Asahi Breweries and other positions

2024-02-05 19:13:00
Shigeo Fukuchi, former president of Asahi Breweries and chairman of NHK, passed away on the 29th of last month at a hospital in Tokyo due to cerebral hemorrhage. He was 89 years old.

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[Snow Impact] Snowfall in Tokyo, Kanto-Koshin, causing slip accidents and class cancellations

2024-02-05 19:09:00
The snow has become heavier in the Kanto-Koshin region, and snowfall has been observed even in flat areas such as central Tokyo and Yokohama, which is starting to affect people's daily lives. We will keep you updated on the situation in each location.

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Yoshitaka Ikeda, member of the House of Representatives, prosecutors quasi-appeal against bail payment; bail decision to be made again

2024-02-05 19:03:00
On the 5th, the Tokyo District Court decided to grant bail to Yoshitaka Ikeda, a member of the House of Representatives who was charged with making a false statement in violation of the Political Funds Control Act in a case involving a political funding party run by a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party. The bail amount is 15 million yen, which has already been paid, but since the prosecutor's office filed a quasi-appeal, the court will have to make a new decision.

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Impact of snow: Private universities with entrance exams in the Tokyo metropolitan area respond by shortening lunch breaks

2024-02-05 19:02:00
Some private universities in the Tokyo metropolitan area are holding entrance exams, and some have shortened lunch breaks and sent test takers home early.

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[Damage Status 5th] Over 50,000 houses damaged in Ishikawa Prefecture

2024-02-05 18:55:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, a total of 240 deaths have been confirmed within the prefecture. Of these, 15 people are suspected of being ``disaster-related deaths''. It was also revealed that more than 50,000 homes were damaged in the Noto Peninsula earthquake.

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[Ishikawa Traffic Impact] Railway, Air, Bus, Road (February 5th)

2024-02-05 18:52:00
This is the impact of earthquakes and snow on transportation systems and roads.

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Traffic impact from snow: Shutto Expressway, Tomei Expressway, Chuo Expressway, etc. are closed. Railway Sky is

2024-02-05 18:34:00
Due to the snow, a wide area, mainly in the Kanto region, including the Shuto Expressway, Tomei Expressway, Chuo Expressway, and Kanetsu Expressway, is closed to traffic.

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Snowfall in flat areas such as central Tokyo and Yokohama; heavy snow expected in Kanto-Koshin area into the morning of the 6th

2024-02-05 18:26:00
Due to the influence of a low-pressure system moving along the southern coast of Honshu, the snow has become heavier in the Kanto-Koshin region, and snowfall has also been observed in flat areas such as central Tokyo and Yokohama. There is a risk of heavy snowfall into the morning of the 6th, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful about the impact on traffic due to snow accumulation and frozen roads.

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[Damage Status 5th] Over 50,000 houses damaged in Ishikawa Prefecture

2024-02-05 18:17:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, a total of 240 deaths have been confirmed within the prefecture. Of these, 15 people are suspected of being ``disaster-related deaths''. It was also revealed that more than 50,000 homes were damaged in the Noto Peninsula earthquake.

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Ishikawa Prefecture releases names of 11 people whose safety is unknown after the Noto Peninsula Earthquake (February 5th)

2024-02-05 18:15:00
In the wake of the Noto Peninsula earthquake, Ishikawa Prefecture has released the names and ages of 11 people whose safety is unknown and is requesting that information be widely provided.

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Ishikawa Prefecture calls for “registering evacuation information” to prevent disaster-related deaths

2024-02-05 18:13:00
While many people in the areas affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake continue to live in places other than evacuation centers, such as in their homes or in their cars, Ishikawa Prefecture has begun registering evacuation information in order to understand the overall picture of evacuations and prevent disaster-related deaths. I'm calling.

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People flock to auto parts store to change winter tires etc. in Hachioji, Tokyo

2024-02-05 18:11:00
Since the morning of the 5th, people have been visiting an auto parts store near an interchange in Hachioji, Tokyo, one after another to change their tires for winter use or buy chains.

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Ishikawa Suzu City's first temporary housing to be completed tomorrow, move-in to start from February 9th

2024-02-05 17:38:00
In Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the city's first temporary housing was completed on the 6th, and occupancy will begin on the 9th of this month.

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Decision to grant bail to Yoshitaka Ikeda, member of the House of Representatives; bail set at 15 million yen Tokyo District Court

2024-02-05 17:32:00
On the 5th, the Tokyo District Court decided to grant bail to Yoshitaka Ikeda, a member of the House of Representatives who was charged with making a false statement in violation of the Political Funds Control Act in a case involving a political funding party run by a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party. The bail amount is 15 million yen, which has already been paid, and will be released unless the prosecution makes a quasi-appeal.

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Obstetricians and gynecologists launch support site for pregnant women affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake

2024-02-05 17:30:00
In order to help pregnant women affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake and other concerns about their mental and health concerns, obstetrics and gynecology doctors in Ishikawa Prefecture have launched a support website that provides self-checks of their physical condition and information on where to consult. Ta.

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Free bus service begins in Ishikawa Wajima City

2024-02-05 17:26:00
In Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, free bus service began on the 5th.

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Heavy snowfall in Kanto-Koshin area into the morning of the 6th. Snowfall is also expected in flat areas including Tokyo's 23 wards

2024-02-05 16:57:00
Due to the influence of a low pressure system moving along the southern coast of Honshu, heavy snow is expected to occur in the Kanto-Koshin region through the morning of the 6th, mainly along the mountains and in the mountains, and snow is expected to accumulate in some flat areas, including Tokyo's 23 wards. If the temperature is lower than expected, there is a risk of heavy snowfall, so please be careful of the impact on traffic.

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A couple who run a Ukrainian restaurant in Shiga serve ``borscht'' in Suzu

2024-02-05 16:54:00
In an effort to support those affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, a couple who run a Ukrainian restaurant in Shiga Prefecture visited Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, and served the traditional dish ``borscht.''

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“Earthquake, tsunami, and liquefaction will cause more damage?” Suzu City coast expert survey

2024-02-05 16:51:00
In response to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, a survey team made up of experts from the Japan Society of Civil Engineers visited the coastal area of ​​Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was flooded by the tsunami, and investigated the damage situation. One expert said, ``It is possible that the earthquake was combined with the tsunami and liquefaction, causing more damage.''

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Heavy snow warning for all of western Tama and parts of southern Tama in Tokyo

2024-02-05 16:46:00
At 4:27 p.m., the Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy snow warning for all of western Tama and parts of southern Tama in Tokyo. It is the first time since February 10 of last year that a heavy snow warning has been issued in the Tama region, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful about the impact on traffic.

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``Preventive road closure'' on Tomei Expressway, Chuo Expressway, etc. due to snow traffic impact Railway Sky is

2024-02-05 16:41:00
In order to prevent people getting stuck due to the effects of snow, expressway companies have implemented ``preventive road closures'' in wide areas, including the Shuto Expressway, Tomei Expressway, and Chuo Expressway, where they close traffic even before snow begins to accumulate in earnest. It is possible that the area of ​​road closures will expand further in the future.

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Ishikawa Suzu ranch needs to rebuild cattle sheds to rebuild, securing funds is an issue

2024-02-05 16:09:00
The ranch in Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, is in a situation where it is necessary to rebuild the leaning cattle sheds in order to rebuild, and securing funds is an issue.

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``Preventive road closure'' on Tomei Expressway, Chuo Expressway, etc. due to snow traffic impact Railway Sky is

2024-02-05 15:52:00
In order to prevent people getting stuck due to the effects of snow, expressway companies have implemented ``preventive road closures'' in wide areas, including the Shuto Expressway, Tomei Expressway, and Chuo Expressway, where they close traffic even before snow begins to accumulate in earnest. It is possible that the area of ​​road closures will expand further in the future.

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Decision to grant bail to Yoshitaka Ikeda, member of the House of Representatives; bail set at 15 million yen Tokyo District Court

2024-02-05 15:29:00
On the 5th, the Tokyo District Court decided to grant bail to Yoshitaka Ikeda, a member of the House of Representatives who was charged with making a false statement in violation of the Political Funds Control Act in a case involving a political funding party run by a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party. Bail is set at 15 million yen, and if the prosecutor does not file a quasi-appeal and the bail is paid, he will be released on bail.

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Spring labor unions at three major steel companies demand monthly wage increase of 30,000 yen, highest level in 50 years

2024-02-05 15:18:00
In this year's spring campaign, the labor unions of three major steel companies that are members of the Japan Federation of Labor Workers' Unions have compiled a policy proposal calling for a wage increase of 30,000 yen per month, the highest level in approximately 50 years, equivalent to the base increase.

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Heavy snowfall in Kanto-Koshin area into the morning of the 6th. Snowfall is also expected in flat areas including Tokyo's 23 wards

2024-02-05 15:15:00
Due to the influence of a low pressure system moving along the southern coast of Honshu, heavy snow is expected to occur in the Kanto-Koshin region through the morning of the 6th, mainly along the mountains and in the mountains, and snow is expected to accumulate in some flat areas, including Tokyo's 23 wards. If the temperature is lower than expected, there is a risk of heavy snowfall, so please be careful of the impact on traffic.

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Decision to grant bail to Yoshitaka Ikeda, member of the House of Representatives; bail set at 15 million yen Tokyo District Court

2024-02-05 15:11:00
On the 5th, the Tokyo District Court granted bail to Yoshitaka Ikeda, a member of the House of Representatives who was charged with making false statements in violation of the Political Funds Control Act in a case involving a political funding party run by a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party.His lawyer had requested bail. I made a decision. Bail is set at 15 million yen, and if the prosecutor does not file a quasi-appeal and the bail is paid, he will be released on bail.

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Ishikawa: Governor Hase says prefecture will support infrastructure recovery in Uchinada town, which was liquefied due to earthquake

2024-02-05 15:01:00
Regarding Uchinada Town in Ishikawa Prefecture, which suffered severe damage due to liquefaction during the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, Governor Hase said, ``The prefecture needs to present options based on the wishes of the residents and the town,'' and said that it would be necessary to improve road, water and sewage infrastructure, etc. The prefecture has indicated its policy of supporting the restoration of infrastructure.

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``Preventive road closure'' on Tomei Expressway, Chuo Expressway, etc. due to snow traffic impact Railway Sky is

2024-02-05 14:50:00
In the Kanto-Koshin region, heavy snow is expected to fall mainly along the mountains and in the mountainous areas into the morning of the 6th, and snow is expected to accumulate in some flat areas, including Tokyo's 23 wards. In order to prevent people getting stranded due to the effects of snow, expressway companies have implemented ``preventive road closures'' in wide areas, including the Shuto Expressway, Tomei Expressway, and Chuo Expressway, where they close roads even before snow begins to accumulate in earnest. It is possible that the area of ​​road closures will expand further in the future.

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[Damage situation] Power outage continues in some areas of Ishikawa Noto region (February 5th)

2024-02-05 14:42:00
According to Hokuriku Electric Power Transmission and Distribution, approximately 1,700 homes in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture were without power as of 2 p.m. on the 5th.

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"Five-type combination vaccine" including Hib infection will be scheduled for regular vaccination from April

2024-02-05 14:32:00
This April, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare will introduce a new legal requirement for the ``5-type mixed vaccine,'' which combines the 4-type mixed vaccine for children to prevent pertussis and tetanus with the addition of Hib infections that cause pneumonia. We have decided to carry out vaccinations as part of routine vaccinations.

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``Preventive road closure'' on Tomei Expressway, Chuo Expressway, etc. due to snow traffic impact Railway Sky is

2024-02-05 14:00:00
In the Kanto-Koshin region, heavy snow is expected to fall mainly along the mountains and in the mountainous areas into the morning of the 6th, and snow is expected to accumulate in some flat areas, including Tokyo's 23 wards. In order to prevent people getting stranded due to the effects of snow, expressway companies have implemented ``preventive road closures'' in wide areas, including the Shuto Expressway, Tomei Expressway, and Chuo Expressway, where they close roads even before snow begins to accumulate in earnest. It is possible that the area of ​​road closures will expand further in the future.

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Coin laundry in Himi, Toyama Users from Ishikawa area where water outage continues

2024-02-05 13:45:00
Coin-operated laundry machines in Himi City, Toyama Prefecture, which is adjacent to Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture, are still visited by people from areas where water supply continues to be cut off due to the earthquake.

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Erroneous sending of personal information, etc. Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare bans use of private addresses for business purposes

2024-02-05 13:38:00
In response to an issue in which an employee of the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare registered the wrong address on the ministry's mailing list, and erroneously sent Prime Minister Kishida's Diet response draft and the personal information of hundreds of private and government employees, etc. The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has decided to prohibit the use of private email addresses for business purposes as a measure to prevent recurrence.

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[Live video] Heavy snow is likely in Kanto-Koshin. Snowfall also occurs in Tokyo's 23 wards

2024-02-05 13:23:00
Due to the influence of a low pressure system moving along the southern coast of Honshu, heavy snow is expected to occur in the Kanto-Koshin region through the morning of the 6th, mainly along the mountains and in the mountains, and snow is expected to accumulate in some flat areas, including Tokyo's 23 wards. We will provide you with live footage and weather data from various locations.

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[Ishikawa water supply/bathing support information] Implemented in 9 cities and towns including Wajima and Suzu (5th)

2024-02-05 13:21:00
Information on water supply support scheduled for the 5th in Ishikawa Prefecture.

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Read this and remember!

2024-02-05 13:21:00
Snow is expected to fall in Tokyo's 23 wards into the morning of the 6th, with 8 centimeters of snow expected. According to people in snowy countries, it's only a few centimeters. However, in the past, just a few centimeters of snow has repeatedly caused major traffic chaos in the Tokyo metropolitan area. The last time central Tokyo was hit by heavy snow was about two years ago. Let's look back on this time and prepare for the snow that is expected to come.

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Heavy snowfall in Kanto-Koshin area into the morning of the 6th. Snowfall is also expected in flat areas including Tokyo's 23 wards

2024-02-05 13:09:00
Due to the influence of a low pressure system moving along the southern coast of Honshu, heavy snow is expected to occur in the Kanto-Koshin region through the morning of the 6th, mainly along the mountains and in the mountains, and snow is expected to accumulate in some flat areas, including Tokyo's 23 wards. If the temperature is lower than expected, there is a risk of heavy snowfall, so please be careful of the impact on traffic.

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Ishikawa: Governor Hase says prefecture will support infrastructure recovery in Uchinada town, which was liquefied due to earthquake

2024-02-05 13:02:00
Regarding Uchinada Town in Ishikawa Prefecture, which suffered severe damage due to liquefaction during the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, Governor Hase said, ``The prefecture needs to present options based on the wishes of the residents and the town,'' and said that it would be necessary to improve road, water and sewage infrastructure, etc. The prefecture has indicated its policy of supporting the restoration of infrastructure.

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Noto Peninsula Earthquake: Gymnastics event held at hot spring inn at secondary evacuation center Nomi Ishikawa

2024-02-05 12:50:00
At a hot spring inn in Nomi City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was used as a secondary evacuation center after the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, an event was held for people living in evacuation zones to refresh themselves through exercise.

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Arrested and prosecuted over public construction bidding; Chiba Prefecture holds meeting to discuss measures to prevent recurrence

2024-02-05 12:47:00
In response to the arrest and indictment of the former director of the Chiba Prefectural Road Office on charges of bribery in connection with bidding for public works ordered by the Chiba Prefecture Road Office, Chiba Prefecture held a meeting on the 5th to consider measures to prevent recurrence. Ta.

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[Weather Forecaster Commentary] Is it snowing in central Tokyo? What time should I be careful?

2024-02-05 12:36:00
Due to the influence of a low-pressure system moving along the southern coast of Honshu, heavy snow is expected to occur in the Kanto-Koshin region through the morning of the 6th, mainly along and in the mountains, and snow is expected to accumulate in some flat areas, including Tokyo's 23 wards. Weather forecaster Kimitoshi Sato explains how snow will fall in the future. (Broadcast on the news at noon on the 5th) [Video: 1 minute 44 seconds] *Cannot be viewed on data broadcast.

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Former lecturer Yotsuya Otsuka, who “voyeurized his students”, admits to posting children’s names on SNS

2024-02-05 12:26:00
In the trial of a former instructor at Yotsuya Otsuka, a major junior high school entrance cram school, who is accused of repeatedly taking secret photographs of his female students, prosecutors allege that the former instructor posted the names and addresses of the students in a social media group chat. The former instructor also admitted, ``There is no mistake.''

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Kabukicho “Mahjong betting on customers” Seven managers and others sent to prosecutors

2024-02-05 12:17:00
Seven people, including mahjong store managers and employees, were referred to prosecutors for allegedly forcing customers to play illegal mahjong in Kabukicho, Shinjuku.

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[Ishikawa water supply/bathing support information] Implemented in 9 cities and towns including Wajima and Suzu (5th)

2024-02-05 12:15:00
Information on water supply support scheduled for the 5th in Ishikawa Prefecture. *Bathing support information will be posted as soon as it becomes available.

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[Ishikawa Traffic Impact] Railway, Air, Bus, Road (February 5th)

2024-02-05 12:14:00
This is the impact of earthquakes and snow on transportation systems and roads.

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“Postal and package delivery will resume after March” Wajima Suzu Noto Town Anamizu Town

2024-02-05 12:12:00
Regarding postal services in Wajima City, Suzu City, Noto Town, and Anamizu Town in Ishikawa Prefecture, which were severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, Japan Post has resumed delivery of letters and other mail and packages to households and businesses. We have summarized the outlook for next month.

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Parts of expressways such as Tomei Expressway and Chuo Expressway begin "preventive road closures"

2024-02-05 12:11:00
In order to prevent people getting stuck due to the effects of snow, expressway companies began ``preventive road closures'' in wide areas such as the Tomei Expressway and Chuo Expressway starting at noon on the 5th, where they close roads even before snow begins to accumulate in earnest.

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Heavy snowfall in Kanto-Koshin area into the morning of the 6th. Snowfall is also expected in flat areas including Tokyo's 23 wards

2024-02-05 12:10:00
Due to the influence of a low pressure system moving along the southern coast of Honshu, heavy snow is expected to occur in the Kanto-Koshin region through the morning of the 6th, mainly along the mountains and in the mountains, and snow is expected to accumulate in some flat areas, including Tokyo's 23 wards. If the temperature is lower than expected, there is a risk of heavy snowfall, so please be careful of the impact on traffic.

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48-year-old suspect arrested for allegedly breaking into a car in a parking lot in Mizuho-cho, Tokyo

2024-02-05 11:55:00
Last month, a 48-year-old suspect was arrested on suspicion of breaking the window of a light passenger car parked in a parking lot in Mizuho-cho, Tokyo, and stealing bags and other items from inside. At least 30 cases of similar attacks have been confirmed in the area since November last year, and the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the connection.

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Keisei Main Line and Narita Sky Access Line resume operation

2024-02-05 09:11:00
According to Keisei Electric Railway, due to the downed overhead wire, operation of the Keisei Main Line between Senju Ohashi Station and Ichikawa-Mama Station and the Narita Sky Access Line between Keisei Takasago Station and Higashi-Matsudo Station have been suspended on both the up and down lines. However, operations resumed at 9am.

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Kanto-Koshin: Heavy snowfall starting in the afternoon on the 5th. Snow is also expected to fall on flat areas including Tokyo's 23 wards.

2024-02-05 07:30:00
Due to the influence of a low pressure system moving along the southern coast of Honshu, heavy snowfall is expected to occur in the Kanto-Koshin region from the afternoon of the 5th to the 6th, mainly along and in mountainous areas, and snow is also expected to fall in flat areas, including the 23 wards of Tokyo. If the temperature is lower than expected, there is a risk of warning-level heavy snow even in flat areas, so please be careful about the impact on traffic.

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“Where is he?” Ishikawa Wajima Searching for his younger brother whose whereabouts are unknown The older brother is watching over him

2024-02-05 06:33:00
"My brothers and I didn't fight much, but this time I want to yell and say, 'Where are you?'" In Ichinose-cho, Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, he is watching over the search for his younger brother, two years younger, whose whereabouts are still unknown. The man who continued on spoke with regret. February 5th marks 5 weeks since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. In the disaster-stricken areas, there are still people waiting for their families whose safety is unknown.

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[Damage situation] Power outage continues in some areas of Ishikawa Noto region (February 5th)

2024-02-05 06:32:00
According to Hokuriku Electric Power Transmission and Distribution, approximately 1,700 homes in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture were without power as of 5 a.m. on the 5th.

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Keisei Main Line and Narita Sky Access Line partially suspended due to overhead wire breakage

2024-02-05 06:31:00
According to Keisei Electric Railway, the Keisei Main Line has suspended operation on the up and down lines between Senju-Ohashi Station and Ichikawa-Mama Station due to the broken overhead wire. In addition, the Narita Sky Access Line has suspended operation on the up and down lines between Keisei Takasago Station and Higashi Matsudo Station.

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Heavy snowfall starting in the Kanto-Koshin region from the 5th ``Please refrain from going out unless necessary'' Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and Japan Meteorological Agency

2024-02-05 06:22:00
Due to the influence of a low pressure system moving along the southern coast of Honshu, heavy snow is expected to occur in the Kanto-Koshin region from the afternoon of the 5th to the 6th, mainly along the mountains and in the mountains, and snow is expected to accumulate in flat areas, including Tokyo's 23 wards. If the temperature is lower than expected, there is a risk of warning-level heavy snow even in flat areas, so please be careful about the impact on traffic.

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[Ishikawa Traffic Impact] Railway, Air, Bus, Road (February 5th)

2024-02-05 06:10:00
This is the impact of earthquakes and snow on transportation systems and roads.

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[Ishikawa water supply/bathing support information] Implemented in 9 cities and towns including Wajima and Suzu (5th)

2024-02-05 05:55:00
Information on water supply support scheduled for the 5th in Ishikawa Prefecture. *Bathing support information will be posted as soon as it becomes available.

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34 people who ate ehomaki suffered from food poisoning, restaurants were banned from operating in Himeji, Hyogo

2024-02-05 04:58:00
Thirty-four people who ate ehomaki made by a restaurant in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture complained of symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting, and the Himeji City Public Health Center concluded that it was food poisoning and banned the restaurant from operating.

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Logistics “2024 Problem”: NHK survey prompts companies to take countermeasures

2024-02-05 04:34:00
When NHK conducted a survey of 100 major domestic companies regarding countermeasures for the "2024 problem" in logistics, 79 companies responded that they would "take measures," including their future plans. . There is an increase in the number of cases such as ``reviewing transportation schedules and delivery routes'' and ``joint transportation with other companies,'' which suggests that countermeasures are becoming more widespread.

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Five weeks after the Noto Peninsula earthquake, more than 10,000 people in Ishikawa are still living in harsh evacuation conditions

2024-02-05 04:00:00
February 5th marks 5 weeks since the Noto Peninsula earthquake. While recovery and reconstruction efforts have begun, including people moving into temporary housing, more than 10,000 people are still forced to live in harsh evacuation conditions.

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Six major companies jointly launch new project to support local governments to address aging infrastructure issues

2024-02-05 00:00:00
As aging infrastructure such as bridges and waterworks becomes an issue across the country, six major companies, including JR West, NTT Group, and megabanks, have decided to jointly launch a new project to support local governments. We encourage cooperation among multiple local governments and provide support for fundraising.

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