2024-06-16 23:27:00
In Katsurao Village, Fukushima Prefecture, where recovery from the accident at Tokyo Electric Power Company's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant and creating a lively atmosphere are challenges, a log-cutting competition, which was once a popular event in the village, was held for the first time in 19 years.
2024-06-16 23:03:00
In response to the Kagoshima Prefectural Police Headquarters issuing an internal document that appeared to encourage the destruction of investigative documents, the defense team for the "Osaki Incident," in which a 97-year-old woman serving time in prison for murdering her brother-in-law in Osaki Town, Kagoshima Prefecture in 1979 claims her innocence and is seeking a retrial, has issued a statement of protest, saying that "this is an order to destroy evidence, and is an extremely serious issue."
2024-06-16 18:49:00
A dance competition for people with disabilities was held in Tokyo to allow people with disabilities to enjoy dance and music, and was attended by Princess Kako, the second daughter of Prince and Princess Akishino.
2024-06-16 18:44:00
On the 16th, sunny skies continued to prevail, making for a midsummer day in many areas.
2024-06-16 18:32:00
Due to the influence of low pressure and cold air above, the atmospheric conditions from western to northern Japan have become very unstable, and rain clouds are developing locally in the Kinki and Tokai regions. Be careful of lightning strikes, tornadoes, and other gusts of wind, as well as sudden heavy rain.
2024-06-16 18:23:00
On the afternoon of the 16th, a Pakistani man who was playing in the Nagara River in Mino City, Gifu Prefecture, drowned and was taken to the hospital, but was later confirmed dead. On the morning of the 16th, a man also drowned in the upstream river in Mino City, and there have been a series of drowning accidents.
2024-06-16 16:30:00
In Ishikawa Prefecture, a box of local sake from the Noto region is gaining popularity as a Father's Day gift.
2024-06-16 15:47:00
In order to cheer up those affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake as they work to recover, an event was held in the center of Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, where parents and children could enjoy gourmet food and games.
2024-06-16 15:45:00
On Father's Day, the 16th, a Western-style confectionery shop in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake, was selling "Father Jelly," a popular product made to help families have fun together despite the difficult times they are living in. The jelly was purchased by people living in temporary housing and evacuation centers.
2024-06-16 15:26:00
A unique marathon event was held in Tomisato City, Chiba Prefecture, a watermelon-producing region, where participants ran while hydrating at "watermelon stations" rather than water stations.
2024-06-16 15:02:00
On the morning of the 16th, a 23-year-old Syrian man who was visiting the Itadori River in Mino City, Gifu Prefecture, drowned and was taken to the hospital, but was later confirmed dead.
2024-06-16 14:06:00
The Sapporo Festival, an annual festival of Hokkaido Shrine, saw a procession of gorgeous mikoshi and floats parade through the streets of Sapporo, attracting large crowds of people.
2024-06-16 14:00:00
On the 16th, it will be 60 years since the "Niigata earthquake." At the time, Niigata City suffered a series of damages due to liquefaction of the ground, but it has been found that many places have liquefied again in this year's Noto Peninsula earthquake, and experts point out that it is necessary to know about past damage and topography.
2024-06-16 13:29:00
An event was held at a local market to serve "uni shabu-shabu," a soup containing sea urchin from Sanriku that is being promoted as a new specialty of Kamaishi City, Iwate Prefecture.
2024-06-16 12:50:00
On the 16th, it will be 60 years since the "Niigata earthquake." At the time, Niigata City suffered a series of damages due to liquefaction of the ground, but it has been found that many places have liquefied again in this year's Noto Peninsula earthquake, and experts point out that it is necessary to know about past damage and topography.
2024-06-16 12:32:00
The traditional "Spider Battle" event, in which two spiders fight on a thin stick, is taking place in Aira City, Kagoshima Prefecture, where a fierce battle is unfolding.
2024-06-16 11:57:00
As temperatures will reach midsummer levels in many areas from the morning of the 16th, please take precautions to avoid heatstroke.
2024-06-16 11:56:00
Due to the influence of low pressure and cold air above, atmospheric conditions are expected to become extremely unstable over a wide area from northern to western Japan until the 17th, so people should be careful of lightning strikes, tornadoes, and other gusts of wind, as well as localized heavy rain.
2024-06-16 11:38:00
On Father's Day, the 16th, a Western-style confectionery shop in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake, was selling "Father Jelly," a popular product made to help families have fun together despite the difficult times they are living in. The jelly was purchased by people living in temporary housing and evacuation centers.
2024-06-16 10:53:00
In the case where the bodies of a Tokyo company executive couple were found in Nasu Town, Tochigi Prefecture, it has been revealed that the common-law husband of the victim's daughter is believed to have charged a real estate company executive, who was also rearrested on suspicion of murder, an extra fee when he brokered a property for the couple. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the details, believing that he used his business relationship to have the couple participate in the crime.
2024-06-16 10:45:00
In the case where a man's body was found in a suitcase recovered from the Tamagawa River in Kawasaki City last year, five people were re-arrested on suspicion of murdering the man, and it has been learned from an interview with an investigator that the father of the man's ex-girlfriend and others have stated that they "wanted to protect their daughter, who was getting into trouble." Police are investigating the possibility that the five divided roles and carried out the crime in a planned manner.
2024-06-16 10:02:00
Due to the influence of low pressure and cold air above, atmospheric conditions are expected to become extremely unstable over a wide area from northern to western Japan until the 17th, so people should be careful of lightning strikes, tornadoes, and other gusts of wind, as well as localized heavy rain.
2024-06-16 07:57:00
With the ratio of applicants to positions for public school teachers hitting an all-time low, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology has brought forward the teacher recruitment exams, setting June 16th as the "standard date" for holding the exams, with the first round of exams being held in more than 10 municipalities, including Kyushu.
2024-06-16 07:00:00
Temperatures are expected to rise in many areas on the 16th as well, so please be careful and take precautions to avoid heatstroke.
2024-06-16 06:52:00
Due to the influence of low pressure and cold air above, atmospheric conditions are expected to become extremely unstable over a wide area from northern to western Japan until the 17th, so people should be careful of lightning strikes, tornadoes, and other gusts of wind, as well as localized heavy rain.
2024-06-16 05:38:00
On the 16th, it will be 60 years since the Niigata earthquake, which is said to have been the catalyst that drew attention to liquefaction. With the Noto Peninsula earthquake once again drawing attention to the need for liquefaction countermeasures, Niigata City is working to pass on the experience of the earthquake.
