Social News(2024/04/02)
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical suspends new graduate recruitment activities for 2025 due to “red yeast rice” issue
2024-04-02 23:32:00
It has been learned that Kobayashi Pharmaceutical has suspended its recruitment activities targeting new graduates for next year (2025). The company made a comprehensive decision in response to the issue of people who ingested health foods containing red yeast rice developing kidney disease, etc., and the decision to resume recruitment activities will be considered based on the future situation. ”.
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Noto Peninsula Earthquake: What support is needed and what are the challenges? From the Mayor’s statement [April 2nd]
2024-04-02 20:32:00
On the 2nd, Ishikawa Prefecture's "Disaster Countermeasures Headquarters Meeting" was held. There were calls for assistance because there were not enough people to investigate disaster certificates, which are necessary in order to receive public support. In addition, we have received inquiries from elderly people whose homes have been determined to be partially damaged, saying, ``They are unable to repair and are unable to move into temporary housing.'' We have compiled statements from the heads of six local governments. *Published in order of presentation.
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Nagoya University of Arts “Sexual harassment from president” female student holds press conference
2024-04-02 20:21:00
A female student at Nagoya University of Arts in Kitanagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, held a press conference alleging sexual harassment by the president of the university, and the university's investigation committee announced, ``We cannot determine that disciplinary harassment has occurred.'' criticized the view that
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Kobayashi Pharmaceutical suspends new graduate recruitment activities for 2025 due to “red yeast rice” issue
2024-04-02 20:18:00
It has been learned that Kobayashi Pharmaceutical has suspended its recruitment activities targeting new graduates for next year (2025). The company made a comprehensive decision in response to the issue of people who ingested health foods containing red yeast rice developing kidney disease, etc., and the decision to resume recruitment activities will be considered based on the future situation. ”.
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Jomon pottery, designated as a nationally important cultural property, collapses in an earthquake and is partially chipped in Hachinohe, Aomori
2024-04-02 20:16:00
In Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture, where an earthquake with a seismic intensity of lower 5 was observed on the morning of the 2nd, Jomon pottery, which is designated as a national important cultural property, was found toppled over and partially missing.
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Johnny's issue: Summary order given to poster for insulting man who complained
2024-04-02 19:39:00
The Takamatsu Summary Court has issued a summary order for a 58-year-old poster to be fined 100,000 yen for insulting on social media a man who was a member of the idol group "Ninja" who has complained of sexual harassment by Johnny Kitagawa. Did.
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Shizuoka Governor Kawakatsu announces intention to resign at press conference after receiving criticism for inappropriate remarks
2024-04-02 19:34:00
Governor Kawakatsu of Shizuoka Prefecture held a press conference at the prefectural office on the night of the 2nd after he made a comment that could be interpreted as occupational discrimination while giving instructions to new employees, saying, ``I will resign from my position after the June assembly of this year.'' "I think so," he said, announcing his intention to resign.
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JAL flight from Australia to Narita shakes heavily during flight, injuring four people, possibly due to turbulence
2024-04-02 19:24:00
On April 1st, a Japan Airlines passenger plane heading from Australia to Narita Airport suddenly shook violently, causing four flight attendants to fall and suffer injuries including broken bones. There is a possibility that the plane was caught in turbulence in the sky, and the National Transportation Safety Board will investigate.
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A series of cases of collapsed houses in the Noto region failing to apply for demolition at public expense
2024-04-02 19:23:00
In cities and towns in the Noto region, where the damage was particularly severe, applications for demolition of houses that collapsed due to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake using public funds are not possible due to reasons such as not being able to obtain the consent of all house owners. It turns out that there is a succession of
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Shizuoka Governor Kawakatsu announces intention to resign at press conference after receiving criticism for inappropriate remarks
2024-04-02 19:04:00
Governor Kawakatsu of Shizuoka Prefecture held a press conference at the prefectural office on the night of the 2nd after he made a comment that could be interpreted as occupational discrimination while giving instructions to new employees, saying, ``I will resign from my position after the June assembly of this year.'' "I think so," he said, announcing his intention to resign.
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After the Noto Peninsula Earthquake in Wajima City, approximately one-quarter of disaster prevention administrative radio systems are unusable.
2024-04-02 19:03:00
Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, has started publicizing on its website about the affected areas, saying that about a quarter of the disaster prevention administrative radio systems are out of service after the earthquake.
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Ishikawa Approximately 360 support staff from local governments nationwide to respond in affected cities and towns
2024-04-02 18:59:00
In order to respond to the recovery and reconstruction efforts following the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, approximately 360 employees from local governments across the country will be providing support to Ishikawa Prefecture and the affected cities and towns on a six-month to one-year basis. .
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A newspaper handwritten by a former teacher who was affected by the disaster is back in Ishikawa Anamizu Town after about 3 months
2024-04-02 18:20:00
In Anamizu Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the handwritten newspaper published by a former teacher who was affected by the disaster to convey information about the area was revived on the 2nd for the first time in about three months.
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Red yeast rice issue Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's "Naishi Help" to be analyzed again in response to academic survey
2024-04-02 18:15:00
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's "Naishi Help + Cholesterol," which is subject to a recall order due to an issue in which people who ingested a health food containing the ingredients developed kidney disease, has also issued a recall order. We decided to conduct a new analysis of this product after a survey by a medical specialist society revealed that it caused kidney function problems.
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Noto Peninsula Earthquake: 1 new death confirmed in Ishikawa Prefecture, bringing the death toll to 245 (April 2nd)
2024-04-02 18:03:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, one new death in Wajima City has been confirmed due to the Noto Peninsula earthquake. The number of confirmed deaths in the prefecture is 245.
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Chiba Ichikawa Graffiti on city-designated tangible cultural property investigated for damage to building
2024-04-02 17:48:00
On the 1st, graffiti in black pen was found on the gate of a shrine in Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, which is designated as a tangible cultural property by the city. Graffiti was also spotted on the same gate in January this year, and the police are investigating it as a case of structural damage.
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Mie high school students cook soup at Wajima evacuation center using ingredients they grew themselves
2024-04-02 17:45:00
High school students studying agriculture in Mie Prefecture visited an evacuation center in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, set up a soup kitchen, and served dishes made with ingredients they had grown themselves.
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Japan Post calls for procedures for undeliverable mail in disaster-stricken areas Ishikawa
2024-04-02 17:44:00
Three months have passed since the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, but there are many undelivered mail left at post offices in the affected areas because the whereabouts of residents are unknown, and Japan Post is asking people to complete procedures for moving. I'm calling.
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Video posted on SNS of footage taken using a drone at an MSDF base, Ministry of Defense investigates
2024-04-02 17:41:00
At a Maritime Self-Defense Force base where flying drones without permission is prohibited by law, a video purportedly taken from above of an escort ship using a drone has been posted on SNS, and the Ministry of Defense is investigating the details of what happened.
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“Prefectural employees are different from the people who take care of cows”, says Shizuoka Prefectural governor, prompting complaints
2024-04-02 17:39:00
On April 1st, Governor Kawakatsu of Shizuoka Prefecture gave a lecture to new employees, saying, ``Unlike your job where you sell vegetables or take care of cows every day, you all have a high level of intelligence.'' The prefecture has received a series of criticisms and complaints over the phone and by email, alleging that this could be interpreted as occupational discrimination.
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Idea contest to realize "information-based health" without being misled by misinformation
2024-04-02 17:34:00
As the spread of false information and fake news becomes a problem, a contest was held in Tokyo asking for ideas on how to avoid being misled by false information, and aims to quantify the state of mind when using the Internet. The idea created by a graduate student was selected as the grand prize winner.
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Fukushima “Japanese black bear infestation advisory” issued throughout the prefecture, calls for countermeasures
2024-04-02 17:11:00
In Fukushima Prefecture, there have been a number of bear sightings this winter from the beginning of the year until March, when bears are hibernating, and it is expected that the number of bears emerging from hibernation will increase in the future. '' has been issued throughout the prefecture, calling for countermeasures.
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Electric scooter traffic safety class in Tokyo “Increase in accidents, use safely”
2024-04-02 16:55:00
Ahead of the spring national traffic safety campaign, a traffic safety class using electric scooters was held in Tokyo, and the Metropolitan Police Department called for safe use, citing an increasing number of accidents.
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Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant improves anti-terrorism issues; IAEA gives certain rating
2024-04-02 16:40:00
The IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) expert team that has been investigating the progress of improvements at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant in Niigata Prefecture, which has been plagued by a series of anti-terrorism problems, gave a certain level of praise to TEPCO's efforts on the 2nd, the final day. was shown.
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The death of the former South Korean agent who “abducted” Hara Akiaki to North Korea has been confirmed.
2024-04-02 16:17:00
The Metropolitan Police Department has confirmed that two former South Korean agents wanted internationally for abducting Osaka's Atsushi Hara to North Korea 44 years ago have died in South Korea. . The Metropolitan Police Department will continue to investigate the other suspect.
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A bear entered a garbage dump and broke the door at a hot spring facility in Hanamaki, Iwate
2024-04-02 15:59:00
On the morning of the 2nd, a bear was found at a hot spring facility in Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, where bears have been frequently seen, entering a garbage collection area and breaking the door. The bear fled into the mountains and no one was injured, but police are patrolling the area and asking residents to be cautious.
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Matsue A penguin carrying a school bag walks through the theme park
2024-04-02 15:53:00
To coincide with the school entrance ceremony season, an event is being held at a theme park in Matsue City where penguins walk around the park carrying school bags on their backs.
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Tohoku Shinkansen operation temporarily suspended due to construction vehicle breakdown, affecting 43,500 people
2024-04-02 14:59:00
Early on the morning of the 2nd, a construction vehicle inspecting the tracks at Fukushima Station on the Tohoku Shinkansen broke down, and the Tohoku Shinkansen temporarily suspended operation between Tokyo Station and Sendai Station. The trouble caused train suspensions and delays of up to five and a half hours, affecting approximately 43,500 people.
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Consumer Affairs Agency launches task force on the future of food with functional claims system
2024-04-02 14:44:00
In response to the issue of people developing kidney disease after taking supplements that were registered by Kobayashi Pharmaceutical as foods with functional claims, the Consumer Affairs Agency has set up a task force to consider the future of the food with functional claims system. announced that they would compile their ideas by the end of May.
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“Special Use Airports and Ports” Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Saito “Discuss carefully with managers”
2024-04-02 14:30:00
Regarding the designation of 16 airports and ports nationwide as ``specific use airports and ports'' so that the Self-Defense Forces and the Japan Coast Guard can use them smoothly for training and other purposes, Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Saito said, ``We will carefully work with administrators to discuss future developments.'' I would like to start by talking about it."
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Invoice system for six months, new tax payments may affect small businesses
2024-04-02 14:06:00
Six months have passed since the invoice system was launched in October last year, and according to the National Tax Agency, more than 4 million businesses have benefited from the invoice system, which is a tax deduction system aimed at accurately understanding the amount of consumption tax paid. I am registering. On the other hand, some small businesses who have newly assumed tax liability due to registration under the system are having their businesses and lives affected.
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About 110 million yen worth of damage caused by ``romance scam'' Police urges caution
2024-04-02 13:55:00
Last month, a man in his 60s living in Kumamoto Prefecture was defrauded of a total of approximately 110 million yen due to a ``romance scam'' in which he created romantic feelings on social media and then made false investment offers. The police are asking for caution.
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Three juveniles arrested for suspected robbery at pawn shop in Kabukicho. Are they applying for a "dark part-time job"?
2024-04-02 13:19:00
On the 1st, three people, including a juvenile, were arrested for breaking into a pawn shop in Kabukicho, Shinjuku, destroying a showcase with a hammer, and stealing wallets and other items. It is believed that both of them applied for ``dark part-time jobs'' and were involved in the incident.
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Tohoku Shinkansen resumes operation on all lines Yamagata Akita Shinkansen also resumes operation on all lines
2024-04-02 13:11:00
Early on the morning of the 2nd, a construction vehicle inspecting the tracks at Fukushima Station on the Tohoku Shinkansen broke down, and operations were temporarily suspended between Tokyo Station and Sendai Station, but operations resumed on all lines around 12:30 p.m. Did.
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Directed to a fake Metropolitan Police Department website. Is this a scam? Call for caution
2024-04-02 12:48:00
The Metropolitan Police Department is calling for caution after a series of scams have been confirmed in Tokyo in which people are lured to a fake Metropolitan Police Department website pretending to be investigators and forced to enter bank account numbers and PIN numbers.
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Ishikawa Nanao Bay specialty ``Noto oyster'' farming industry suffers 200 million yen damage, some businesses go out of business
2024-04-02 12:46:00
The Noto Peninsula earthquake also caused major damage to the Noto oyster farming industry, a specialty of Nanao Bay in Ishikawa Prefecture. A survey by the local fishing cooperative found that the damage caused by the earthquake amounted to at least 200 million yen, and that some fishermen have decided to close their businesses.
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``Linear Chuo Shinkansen'' abandoned in 2027, Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Saito ``disappointing''
2024-04-02 12:27:00
Regarding JR Tokai's decision to abandon the opening of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen in 2027 due to Shizuoka Prefecture not allowing construction to begin, Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Saito stated, ``It is very unfortunate that we will not be able to achieve our opening goal,'' and stated that we will not be able to start construction as soon as possible. We have expressed our intention to encourage dialogue between Shizuoka Prefecture and JR Tokai in preparation for the opening of the facility.
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[Full text published] Aiko answers why she chose to work for the JRCS
2024-04-02 12:19:00
On the 1st, Princess Aiko, the eldest daughter of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress, who joined the Japanese Red Cross Society, answered questions in writing from the Imperial Press Association. This is the full text of questions from the Imperial Palace Press Association and Princess Aiko's answers.
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Ishikawa Wajima Rice plowing up at Shirame Senmaida in some areas where damage was minimal
2024-04-02 12:16:00
Shirome Senmaida, a tourist attraction in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, is home to approximately 1,000 rice fields that were severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and rice cultivation was carried out in some of the rice fields that had sustained less damage.
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Supporting Wajima lacquer craftsmen: Temporary workshop begins to be used in Wajima, Ishikawa
2024-04-02 12:14:00
A temporary workshop was completed in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, and began use on the 1st, in an effort to support Wajima lacquer craftsmen whose workshops have been damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, making it difficult for them to continue production.
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Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology directs thorough investigation into suspicion of fraudulent salary payments at Tokyo Women's Medical University
2024-04-02 12:07:00
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology has asked the university to conduct a thorough investigation to confirm the facts surrounding a case involving the alumni association organization of Tokyo Women's Medical University in which salaries were allegedly fraudulently paid to employees who were not actually working there. I instructed them to do it.
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Tohoku Shinkansen All lines are expected to resume operation at 12:30 p.m.
2024-04-02 12:04:00
Earlier in the day, a construction vehicle inspecting the tracks at Fukushima Station on the Tohoku Shinkansen broke down, and as a result of this, operations on the up and down lines between Fukushima Station and Sendai Station have been suspended. It is expected that operations on all lines will resume at 12:30 p.m.
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Kanetsu Expressway down line road closure lifted
2024-04-02 11:17:00
According to the Japan Road Traffic Information Center, the Kanetsu Expressway's outbound line between Tokorozawa Interchange and Kawagoe Interchange in Saitama Prefecture had been closed since early morning on the 2nd due to an accident, but it was lifted at 10:10 a.m. Ta.
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Tohoku Shinkansen: Return operation between Tokyo and Fukushima, and operation suspended between Fukushima and Sendai
2024-04-02 11:16:00
According to JR East, operation of the Tohoku Shinkansen was suspended on the up and down lines between Tokyo Station and Sendai Station due to a construction vehicle breaking down at Fukushima Station, but the train will be back in operation between Tokyo Station and Fukushima Station from before 11 a.m. This means that trains have started running sequentially, starting with the inbound trains. Train service continues to be suspended between Fukushima Station and Sendai Station, and JR East has announced that it will suspend service at least in the morning.
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Invoice system for six months, new tax payments may affect small businesses
2024-04-02 11:13:00
Six months have passed since the invoice system was launched in October last year, and according to the National Tax Agency, more than 4 million businesses have benefited from the invoice system, which is a tax deduction system aimed at accurately understanding the amount of consumption tax paid. I am registering. On the other hand, some small businesses who have newly assumed tax liability due to registration under the system are having their businesses and lives affected.
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LINE information leak issue: Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Matsumoto ``Additional measures will be taken if necessary''
2024-04-02 11:01:00
The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications received a report on measures to prevent recurrence from the company on the 1st due to a large-scale information leak incident involving LINE users, and has decided to receive a report on the implementation status once every three months. I am. Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Matsumoto expressed his intention to take additional measures if necessary, and strongly urged companies to take thorough measures.
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30-year-old man found dead on Loop Route 7 in Setagaya Ward, Tokyo, possibly hit and run
2024-04-02 10:53:00
Early on the 2nd, a 30-year-old man was found collapsed on Loop Route 7 in Setagaya Ward, Tokyo, and was taken to a hospital, where he died. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the incident as a hit-and-run based on the circumstances at the scene.
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Tohoku Akita Yamagata Shinkansen: At least some morning operations suspended
2024-04-02 09:55:00
Earlier in the day, a construction vehicle broke down during nighttime work at Fukushima Station on the Tohoku Shinkansen, and as a result, operations have been suspended on the up and down lines between Tokyo Station and Sendai Station. The Akita and Yamagata Shinkansen trains have also suspended operation in some sections, and JR East has announced that operations will be suspended at least in the morning because inspection work will take time.
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Tohoku Shinkansen Tokyo-Sendai operation suspended at least in the morning
2024-04-02 09:06:00
As of 8:30 a.m., operation of the Tohoku Shinkansen has been suspended on the up and down lines between Tokyo Station and Sendai Station due to a breakdown of a construction vehicle at Fukushima Station around 5 a.m. on the 2nd.
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Imperial Household Agency Instagram followers exceed 350,000 on first day of launch
2024-04-02 08:12:00
The number of followers on the official Instagram account newly opened by the Imperial Household Agency exceeded 350,000 within the first day of operation. The Imperial Household Agency said, ``We would like to make every effort to disseminate information so that we can meet expectations.''
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[Earthquake News] Earthquake intensity 5 lower in Aomori and Iwate prefectures, no tsunami worries
2024-04-02 07:56:00
Early on the morning of the 2nd, there was an earthquake in Iwate and Aomori prefectures with a magnitude of 5 on the seismic intensity scale. The Japan Meteorological Agency is warning people in areas where the shaking was strong to be wary of earthquakes with a maximum seismic intensity of 5-lower for the next week or so.
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Tohoku Shinkansen Tokyo-Sendai up and down lines operation suspended Construction vehicle breakdown
2024-04-02 07:50:00
As of 7:40 a.m., the Tohoku Shinkansen has suspended operation on the up and down lines between Tokyo Station and Sendai Station due to a construction vehicle breakdown at Fukushima Station.
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[Earthquake News] Earthquake intensity 5 lower in Aomori and Iwate prefectures, no tsunami worries
2024-04-02 07:17:00
Early on the morning of the 2nd, there was an earthquake in Iwate and Aomori prefectures with a magnitude of 5 on the seismic intensity scale. The Japan Meteorological Agency is warning people in areas where the shaking was strong to be wary of earthquakes with a maximum seismic intensity of 5-lower for the next week or so.
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Tohoku Shinkansen Fukushima-Sendai outbound line operation suspended Construction vehicle breakdown
2024-04-02 07:11:00
As of 7 a.m., the Tohoku Shinkansen has suspended operation on the outbound line between Fukushima Station and Sendai Station due to a construction vehicle breakdown at Fukushima Station. Also, although the up line is running, there are delays.
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Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare announces that 157 people have been hospitalized due to Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's red yeast rice issue
2024-04-02 06:07:00
As of March 31st, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare reported that a total of 157 people had been hospitalized due to a problem in which people who consumed health foods containing Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's red yeast rice developed kidney diseases. This was announced in a report from Kobayashi Pharmaceutical.
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More than 10,000 daffodils in Okinoshima Town, Shimane - the best time to see them, and fundraising activities for disaster-stricken areas
2024-04-02 05:57:00
More than 10,000 daffodils were in full bloom along rivers and farm roads in Okinoshima Town, Shimane Prefecture, and an event was held there to raise money for the areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.
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Oita Yufu New ``Tsuji-basha'' launched as large-scale tourism campaign begins
2024-04-02 05:44:00
The large-scale tourism campaign ``Fukuoka/Oita Destination Campaign'' has begun, and in Yufu City, Oita Prefecture, the popular ``Tsujiba'' vehicles have been newly installed in anticipation of a large number of tourists visiting.
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``Toyama Bay's jewel'' white shrimp fishing ban lifted, no trouble despite concerns about earthquake impact
2024-04-02 05:43:00
Fishing for white shrimp, also known as the ``jewel of Toyama Bay,'' has begun, and fresh white shrimp are being landed one after another at the fishing port in Imizu City, Toyama Prefecture. There were concerns about the impact of the Noto Peninsula earthquake, but there were no problems.
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More than 70% of Noto Peninsula earthquake victims “did not do any earthquake-proofing work on their homes”
2024-04-02 05:24:00
In a survey conducted by NHK in collaboration with experts, targeting victims of the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, more than 70% of them answered that they had not done earthquake-proofing work on their homes. Seismic activity had been increasing in the Noto region even before this earthquake, but it has become clear that no progress has been made in making the area earthquake resistant.
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Kanetsu Expressway Tokorozawa IC - Kawagoe IC outbound line closed due to accident
2024-04-02 04:11:00
According to the Japan Road Traffic Information Center, the Kanetsu Expressway has been closed to traffic since 2:35 a.m. between Tokorozawa Interchange in Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture and Kawagoe Interchange in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture due to an accident.
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