Myanmar man swept away and killed in Yamaguchi's Sawano River
2024-06-29 23:08:00
On the evening of the 29th, a Myanmar man who was playing in the Sawano River in Yamaguchi City was swept away and died.
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Two people confirmed dead after being swept away while climbing the Hida River in Nanasato Town, Gifu
2024-06-29 21:22:00
On the morning of the 29th, two people who were climbing a stream in the Hida River in Nanasato Town, Gifu Prefecture, were swept away and went into cardiac arrest, but were later confirmed dead at the hospital.
Emperor and Empress return to Japan after goodwill visit to the UK
2024-06-29 19:59:00
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress have returned to Japan after completing their state visit to the United Kingdom.
Noto Peninsula earthquake: Nearly 60% of mobile phone outages caused by "severed communication cables"
2024-06-29 19:43:00
In response to the widespread loss of mobile phone service caused by the Noto Peninsula earthquake, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications compiled a list of causes, finding that nearly 60% of the damage was due to broken communication cables, a large proportion of which was caused by previous disasters. The government plans to implement measures to ensure communication during disasters, such as strengthening base stations and using satellite communications in evacuation shelters.
Two people confirmed dead after being swept away while climbing the Hida River in Nanasato Town, Gifu
2024-06-29 19:37:00
According to the police, on the morning of the 29th, two people who were climbing a stream were swept away in the Hida River in Nanasato Town, Gifu Prefecture, and went into cardiac arrest. They were later confirmed dead at the hospital. The police are currently investigating the details of the incident.
Okinawa: Foreign Ministry takes sexual assault by U.S. soldier seriously after providing information
2024-06-29 18:42:00
Regarding the series of sexual assaults committed by U.S. soldiers in Okinawa Prefecture that have come to light, and the fact that the national government only provided information to the prefecture in all cases after the cases were reported, Ambassador Miyagawa Manabu of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Okinawa Office stated on the 29th, "We take very seriously the fact that this is causing distrust among the people of the prefecture."
An explosion occurred during construction at a village facility in Yahiko Village, Niigata, killing one worker and injuring five.
2024-06-29 18:31:00
On the afternoon of the 29th, an explosion occurred during construction at a village-run cultural center in Yahiko Village, Niigata Prefecture, killing one male worker and injuring five others.
Two men and women swept away in Hida River in Nanasato Town, Gifu Prefecture, rescued but in cardiac arrest
2024-06-29 17:52:00
On the morning of the 29th, two people were swept away while climbing a stream in the Hida River in Nanasato Town, Gifu Prefecture. They were both found downstream and rescued, but according to police, they are in a state of cardiac arrest.
Heavy rain expected in western and northern Japan, mainly on the Sea of Japan side, through July 1
2024-06-29 17:49:00
Due to the influence of a front and a low pressure system, atmospheric conditions will become unstable from July 1st, mainly in the Sea of Japan side from western Japan to northern Japan, and there is a risk of very heavy rain in some areas. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against landslides and other disasters.
Niigata City begins explaining to residents how to restore roads destroyed by Noto Peninsula earthquake
2024-06-29 17:35:00
On the 29th, the city of Niigata began an initiative to explain the situation after restoration to residents regarding roads in the city that collapsed due to liquefaction caused by the Noto Peninsula earthquake, in order to facilitate the reconstruction of adjacent homes.
Two years since the hit-and-run incident in Beppu, Oita - Calling for information on suspect
2024-06-29 17:29:00
On the 29th, it has been two years since a hit-and-run incident occurred in Beppu, Oita Prefecture, where a university student was killed after being hit by a car. Police distributed flyers about the 27-year-old suspect, who is listed as a "highly wanted" in front of JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka City and other locations, calling for the provision of information.
What are people searching for in disaster-stricken areas? What a 180-day search term analysis revealed
2024-06-29 17:06:00
"Hello Work," "used cars," and "light cars" are the words currently being searched in the areas affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake. It has been almost six months since the earthquake. By analyzing the search terms, the severe situation in the affected areas became clear. (A table showing the changes in search terms over the past six months is also available.)
Niigata Yahiko Village: Report of "explosion during demolition work" 6 injured, 1 seriously
2024-06-29 16:21:00
On the afternoon of the 29th, a report was received of an explosion during construction at the Yahiko Cultural Center in Yahiko Village, Niigata Prefecture. According to the fire department, six people were injured, one of whom is in a critical condition and unconscious.
"Fukkachan" from Eiichi Shibusawa's hometown of Fukaya City promotes the issuance of new banknotes
2024-06-29 16:06:00
On the 29th, Fukaya City, Saitama Prefecture's mascot "Fukkachan," the hometown of Eiichi Shibusawa, whose portrait appears on the new 10,000 yen note, promoted the issuance of the new banknotes at a birthday celebration event held in the city.
Two men and women are swept away in the Hida River in Nanasato Town, Gifu Prefecture, and are missing. Police and others are searching for them.
2024-06-29 15:05:00
On the morning of the 29th, two people were swept away while climbing a stream in the Hida River in Nanasato Town, Gifu Prefecture, and their whereabouts are unknown. Police and fire departments are currently conducting a search.
UN development goals: 17% on track, Secretary-General says "a failing grade"
2024-06-29 14:34:00
The UN has reported that only 17% of the goals, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), set by the United Nations for 2030, are on track to be achieved. Secretary-General Guterres called this a "failure" and called on the international community to make further efforts to achieve the goals.
Evacuation order lifted in Kimitsu, Chiba
2024-06-29 12:53:00
The evacuation order issued for Kimitsu City, Chiba Prefecture was lifted at 12:25 p.m. This means that all evacuation orders issued within Chiba Prefecture have now been lifted.
Police and others search for "two people swept away" in Hida River, Nanasato Town, Gifu
2024-06-29 12:52:00
According to the police, just before 10:30 a.m. on the 29th, a friend reported that "two people who were climbing a stream were swept away" in the Hida River in Hichiso Town, Gifu Prefecture. The two are believed to be an adult man and woman living in Gifu Prefecture, and one of them was wearing a flotation device. Police and fire departments are conducting a search operation, including by dispatching a helicopter.
Shizuoka Iwata Residents shoveling mud one day after heavy rain
2024-06-29 12:24:00
In Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture, where heavy rains were caused by the rainy season front and a low pressure system, residents were busy shoveling out mud that had seeped into their property the morning after the disaster.
Saitama Prefecture launches tourism campaign ahead of issuance of new 10,000 yen bill featuring Eiichi Shibusawa
2024-06-29 12:21:00
Ahead of the issuance of the new 10,000 yen banknote featuring Eiichi Shibusawa, a Saitama native, on July 3rd, Saitama Prefecture is holding a tourism campaign at stations in Tokyo and elsewhere on the 29th to promote areas associated with Shibusawa and stimulate tourism demand.
Chiba Prefecture Kimitsu Koito River falls below flood danger level
2024-06-29 12:12:00
According to Chiba Prefecture, the Koito River in Kimitsu City exceeded the flood danger level at the observation station in Nakajima, but fell below the flood danger level at 11:10 a.m. There are no more rivers in Chiba Prefecture that exceed the flood danger level.
Slope collapses on Mt. Ikoma in Nara, causing damage to six houses, no injuries
2024-06-29 12:06:00
On the night of the 28th, a landslide, believed to have been caused by rain, occurred on the slope of a mountain adjacent to a house in Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture, causing damage to a total of six houses. According to the police, no one was injured, and the city issued evacuation orders to 41 people in 12 surrounding households, who are still evacuating.
Ishikawa Wajima: Hollyhock flowers planted along the rice paddies are in full bloom
2024-06-29 11:46:00
In Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula earthquake, the hollyhock flowers planted along the rice paddies are now in full bloom.
JR Uchibo Line operation resumes
2024-06-29 10:48:00
According to JR East, services on the Uchibo Line, which runs through Chiba Prefecture, were suspended on both lines between Kazusaminato Station in Futtsu City and Yasuda Station in Kyonan Town due to mud and debris flowing onto the tracks due to heavy rain. However, services resumed at around 9:51 a.m. after the mud was removed and safety was confirmed.
Slope collapses on Mt. Ikoma in Nara, causing damage to six houses, no injuries
2024-06-29 10:37:00
On the night of the 28th, a mountain slope near a house in Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture, collapsed, causing mudslides into the house and its grounds, damaging a total of six buildings. According to the police, no one was injured, and the city issued evacuation orders to 41 people in 12 surrounding households.
Evacuation orders issued to 41 people in 12 households after landslide at home in Ikoma mountain, Nara
2024-06-29 10:05:00
On the night of the 28th, a mountain slope near a house in Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture, collapsed, causing soil and sand to flow into the house and into the grounds, damaging a total of six buildings. According to the police, no one was injured, and the city issued an evacuation order to 41 people in 12 surrounding households.
JR Musashino Line operation resumes
2024-06-29 08:34:00
According to East Japan Railway, services on the Musashino Line were suspended on both lines after a person walked onto the tracks between Shin-Akatsu Station in Higashimurayama City, Tokyo, and Shin-Kodaira Station in Kodaira City, but services resumed at around 8:20 a.m.
JR Musashino Line service suspended
2024-06-29 07:47:00
According to JR East, the Musashino Line has suspended all services on both lines since around 7:08 a.m. due to a person stepping on the tracks between Shin-Akatsu Station in Higashimurayama City, Tokyo and Shin-Kodaira Station in Kodaira City. Services are expected to resume around 8:40 a.m.
JR Kururi Line operation resumes
2024-06-29 07:16:00
According to JR East, services on the Kururi Line had been suspended on some sections from the first train, but have now resumed.
Unstable atmosphere: Beware of landslides and river flooding in southern Kanto and other areas
2024-06-29 07:10:00
Due to the influence of the rainy season front, the atmospheric conditions in southern Kanto have become unstable, and some areas have experienced very heavy rain. As the rain has loosened the ground in some areas and rivers have risen in level, it is necessary to continue to be vigilant against landslides and river flooding.
Evacuation orders lifted for Kamogawa and Minamiboso in Chiba
2024-06-29 07:02:00
The cities of Kamogawa and Minamiboso in Chiba Prefecture have lifted all evacuation orders that had been issued within their cities.
Evacuation orders lifted for Futtsu, Otaki and Kyonan towns in Chiba
2024-06-29 06:50:00
The cities of Futtsu, Otaki, and Kyonan in Chiba Prefecture have lifted all evacuation orders that had been issued within the cities and towns.
Rare "Motosu Marimo" discovered across the country in Tokyo, Osaka and Oita
2024-06-29 06:39:00
In March of this year, the National Museum of Nature and Science announced that a rare "marimo" - the like of which had only been reported once in Japan - had appeared in an aquarium containing a stone found on the riverbank. Information was received from all over the country, and it was discovered that the same "marimo" had been found in succession in Tokyo, Osaka, and Oita.
JR Uchibo Line and Kururi Line partially suspended
2024-06-29 06:32:00
According to JR East, some lines in Chiba Prefecture have been affected, including the suspension of service.
Koito River in Kimitsu, Chiba reaches flood danger level
2024-06-29 06:31:00
At Nakajima Observation Station on the Koito River in Kimitsu City, Chiba Prefecture, the water level exceeded the "flood danger level" at around 6 a.m. Chiba Prefecture is calling on residents in the area to check the situation around them and prepare for evacuation.
Evacuation orders issued for landslide-prone areas in Kimitsu, Chiba
2024-06-29 06:22:00
Kimitsu City, Chiba Prefecture, issued an evacuation order for landslide warning zones in the city at 5:59 a.m. due to a landslide warning. The warning level is level 4 out of 5, and everyone is being urged to evacuate from dangerous areas.
Chiba Kamo River and Kamo River fall below flood danger level
2024-06-29 06:17:00
According to Chiba Prefecture, the water level at the Kainagisa observation station on the Kamo River in Kamogawa City fell below the "flood danger level" at 5:30 a.m.
Emperor and Empress return home after visiting memorable places from their time studying abroad
2024-06-29 06:01:00
On the last day of their official visit to the UK for the purpose of international friendship, Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress visited Oxford University, where they had both studied. This was their first visit together, and they enjoyed a stroll around the city, which was filled with memories of their time studying abroad, before setting off for their return home.
Tokyo gubernatorial election poster: Miura Haruma's portrait used without permission, agency protests
2024-06-29 05:20:00
The agency of late actor Haruma Miura has posted a statement on social media saying it had protested to the Tokyo Metropolitan Election Commission after a poster for the Tokyo gubernatorial election used his portrait and name without his permission.
Chiba Kamo River reaches flood danger level
2024-06-29 05:04:00
Chiba prefecture announced a "flood danger information" at 3:50 a.m., stating that the water level at the Kamogawa River's Kainagisa Observation Station in Kamogawa City exceeded the "flood danger level" at around 2:10 a.m. Chiba prefecture is calling on residents in the area to check the situation around them and prepare for evacuation.
Okinawa: Protests held in front of Kadena Air Base following a series of sexual assaults by U.S. soldiers
2024-06-29 04:44:00
Following the recent spate of sexual assaults committed by U.S. military personnel in Okinawa, approximately 100 people gathered in front of the gates of Kadena Air Base in Okinawa on the evening of the 28th to voice their protest and call for the eradication of sexual violence.
NPO appeals to government to provide support to struggling families with children ahead of summer vacation
2024-06-29 04:18:00
Amid rising prices, the summer vacation will see an increase in the burden on households' finances for living expenses and food costs, and an NPO that provides support to struggling families with children has appealed to the government to provide cash benefits and support to close the experience gap.
Evacuation orders issued to 4,573 people in 2,216 households in the Toyama area of Minamiboso City, Chiba
2024-06-29 03:20:00
Minamiboso City, Chiba Prefecture, issued an evacuation order to 2,216 households and 4,573 people in the Toyama district of the city at 3:06 a.m. after a landslide warning was issued. The warning level is level 4 out of five, and everyone is being urged to evacuate from dangerous areas.
Evacuation orders issued to 8,122 people in 3,772 households across Otaki Town, Chiba
2024-06-29 02:58:00
In Otaki Town, Chiba Prefecture, a landslide warning was issued and an evacuation order was issued to 3,772 households and 8,122 people throughout the town at 2:37 a.m. The town is at level 4 out of five warning levels, and everyone is being urged to evacuate from dangerous areas.
Evacuation orders issued for the entire Oyama and Yoshio districts of Kamogawa City, Chiba
2024-06-29 02:50:00
Kamogawa City, Chiba Prefecture, issued an evacuation order for the entire Oyama and Yoshio districts of the city at 2:36 a.m. after a landslide warning was issued. The warning level is level 4 out of five, and everyone is being urged to evacuate from dangerous areas.
Evacuation orders issued for landslide-prone areas in Kyonan Town, Chiba
2024-06-29 02:37:00
Kyonan Town in Chiba Prefecture issued an evacuation order for the landslide warning zones in the town at 2:24 a.m. after a landslide warning was issued. The town is at Level 4 out of 5 warning levels, and is calling for everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas.
Evacuation orders issued to 4,583 households and 9,216 people in the Amano area of Futtsu City, Chiba
2024-06-29 02:28:00
In response to the issuance of a landslide warning, Futtsu City in Chiba Prefecture issued evacuation orders to 4,583 households and 9,216 people in the landslide warning and special warning areas in the Amano district of the city at 2:16 a.m. The warning level is level 4 out of five, and everyone is being urged to evacuate from dangerous areas.
Evacuation order issued to two people from one household in Myodani-cho, Tarumi Ward, Kobe City
2024-06-29 00:33:00
Kobe City issued an evacuation order to a family of two living in a house in Myodani-cho, Tarumi-ku, Kobe at 9:30 pm on the 28th, as part of the mountain behind the house had collapsed, causing soil and debris to cover the house's walls. The information was level 4 out of 5, and the city is calling for everyone to evacuate immediately from dangerous areas.
