Japan’s prime minister says the country is facing a ‘battle against time’ to find people affected by earthquakes that reportedly killed at least 30 people, injured dozens and sparked fires that destro ( read original story ...)
How Japan learned to live with earthquakes
It's been nearly 13 years since the devastating earthquake and tsunami that triggered an accident at a nuclear plant in Fukushima.But memories in Japan are still fresh. And on Monday, all of them will have been brought back in to focus as the shaking began in Ishikawa and the tsunami alarms began sounding. ( read ...
At least two dead as desperate hunt begins for more earthquake victims ‘buried alive’ in rubble in Japan as terrifying videos show people running for cover during 7.6-magnitude tremor that triggered tsunami
A total of 21 quakes above 4.0 magnitude rang out shortly after 4pm local time (7am UK time), and v ideos shared on social media and broadcast on Japanese TV showed how buildings collapsed in Suzu ( read original story ...)
Japan emperor hopes for compassion in 2024 amid wars, disasters
Japanese Emperor Naruhito in his New Year address released Monday expressed hope that people will continue to support each other with ( read original story ...)
Japan in ‘battle against time’ to rescue New Year’s Day quake survivors
Japan on Tuesday struggled to assess the extent of damage from an earthquake that struck its west coast, killing at least a dozen people, wrecking buildings and major roads, and knocking out power to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan earthquake news live: highest-level tsunami warning dropped but residents in coastal areas told not to return to homes
Buildings collapse, trapping residents, and fires break out but tsunami warning lowered after series of major earthquakes in Japan ( read original story ...)
Japan Earthquake: Indian Embassy Sets Up Emergency Room, Issues Emergency Contact Numbers
Indian Embassy in Japan's action comes after a powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.5 rocked central Japan on Monday, leading to a tsunami warning for the country's western coast, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). ( read original story ...)
Tsunami Hits Japan After Powerful Earthquake
TOKYO—A tsunami warning was in effect on the west coast of Japan after a powerful earthquake. ( read original story ...)
Japan is bracing for a tsunami with waves as high as 16.5 feet after being struck by a 7.6-magnitude earthquake
Japanese public broadcaster NHK TV urged people to flee to high land or the top of a nearby building as quickly as possible. ( read original story ...)
Japan issues tsunami alert after series of strong quakes off western coast
Japan issued tsunami alerts on Monday after a series of strong quakes shook western areas. The Japan Meterological Agency reported a quake hitting Ishikawa and nearby prefectures, one of them ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks expected to reach new highs in 2024 despite strong yen headwinds
Tokyo stocks are expected to test an all-time high in 2024 on hopes of robust corporate results and real wage growth, overcoming a stronger yen that will pressure exporters amid prospects of policy ... ( read original story ...)
Being rich ‘impossible’: Japan survey reveals high schoolers’ financial views
To a question asking respondents to select up to three factors they considered important when choosing a company during job hunting, "stable" came out on top at 46.1%, followed by "high paying" at ... ( read original story ...)
Progress of Generative AI in Japan Surges After an Initial Lull
In a transformative turn of events, generative artificial intelligence (AI) has surged to the forefront of Japan’s technological landscape, capturing the attention of business leaders and public ... ( read original story ...)
More Japanese companies move to rehire former employees
Previously, it had been widely believed that quitting a job means completely severing the relationship with the employer. ( read original story ...)
After a slow start, generative AI gathers speed in Japan
An initially cautious attitude has given way to wider acceptance in the public and private sectors, providing a boost to digitalization efforts. ( read original story ...)
ZIPAIR Tokyo to Debut Tokyo-Vancouver Route in March 2024
ZIPAIR Tokyo is set to begin its new three-weekly route between Tokyo's Narita International Airport and Vancouver International Airport on March 13, 2024. ( read original story ...)