The Bank of Japan on Monday upgraded its economic views on two of the nation's nine regions, helped by a steady recovery from a massi ( read original story ...)
Important tool or alarmism? Japan experts split on megaquake advisories.
Supporters say the advisories are about reducing risk, but critics see a system that isn’t based on science and one in which the cons outweigh the pros. ( read original story ...)
Japan: Tsunami advisory issued after strong earthquake
After a strong earthquake, Japan issues a tsunami advisory for the remote Izu and Ogasawara Islands some 600 kilometers south of Tokyo.Japan issued a tsunami advisory Tuesday for residents of Izu and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s deep-sea vessel digs for answers to 2011 earthquake
In a hundred-day expedition, scientists aboard the Chikyu aim to piece together the earthquake's story and assess the potential for another temblor to be triggered. ( read original story ...)
Travelling To Japan In 2024 – What To Do When There’s A Natural Disaster & Important Apps To Download Beforehand
Here's a Japan safety guide in the event of a natural disaster. Know the emergency contacts and useful apps to download before flying. ( read original story ...)
Gaia Series 58 : The truth on the slow progress of recovery and reconstruction since Great East Japan Earthquake
This week’s episode explores Suzu and Wajima's recovery from a devastating earthquake, revealing the profound impact on local businesses and residents as they navigate the challenges of rebuilding. ( read original story ...)
Search continues one week after record rains in central Japan
Rescuers in Ishikawa Prefecture, central Japan, are continuing their search for people's loved ones after record rains last week triggered widespread landslides and flooding. Many affected areas are still recovering from a massive earthquake on New Year's Day. ( read original story ...)
Earthquake Off Japan Coast Triggers Tsunami Advisory
The earthquake occurred off the coast of Torishima Island, which is uninhabited, at 8:14 a.m. on Tuesday, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. ( read original story ...)
Kushiro province in Japan’s Hokkaido sees 5.7-magnitude earthquake
On Thursday, the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) reported that an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.7 struck off the coast of Kushiro, l ... ( read original story ...)
Ninth body recovered in flood-hit Japan region
Rescuers on Wednesday recovered the body of a ninth victim of severe floods which battered parts of central Japan last week, local media said.Japan is prone to natural disasters and routinely faces serious flooding and landslide damages. ( read original story ...)
How would California’s skyscrapers survive a huge earthquake? L.A. County is about to find out
The Gas Company Tower, one of Los Angeles' tallest skyscrapers, may get a new lease on life if a sale goes through. But officials want to make sure it's seismically safe. ( read original story ...)
Japan Floods: Heavy Rains, Damaged Houses & Submerged Cars
Heavy rains pounded central Japan's Noto, prompting evacuation orders for tens of thousands of people and causing blackouts for over 6,000 households. Flooding in several regions led to cars being submerged and debris piling up near damaged houses in Wajima and Noto. ( read original story ...)
Japan earthquake sparks chilling tsunami warning after 5.9 mag quake puts people on alert
A chilling tsunami warning has been issued following a 5.9 magnitude earthquake that shook Japan. A local news outlet via NTV News reported a 20cm high tsunami wave observed at Kozushima Port, while a 50cm tsunami wave was seen in Hachijo-jima, Hachijo ... ( read original story ...)
5.9 Magnitude Earthquake Off Japan Coast Triggers Tsunami Advisory
The earthquake occurred off the coast of Torishima Island, which is uninhabited, at 8:14 a.m. on Tuesday, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. ( read original story ...)
Japan Floods: Victim Of Two Quakes Attempts Another Fresh Start With Wife’s Memory
Two huge earthquakes 17 years apart robbed Shoichi Miyakoshi first of his wife, and then his home. Now, his temporary dwelling flooded after heavy rains deluged Japan's Noto Peninsula, he must start afresh again. ( read original story ...)
Japan tsunami: Magnitude 5.9 earthquake triggered by volcanic activity sparks terrifying warning
A terrifying tsunami warning has been issued after a 5.9 magnitude earthquake rocked Japan. A tsunami wave with a height of 20cm has been observed at Kozushima Port, according to a local newa outlet via NTV News. While a tsunami of 50cm was observed in Hachijo-jima, Hachijo Town, Tokyo. ( read original story ...)