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The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) issued an automatic earthquake alert on August 2, 2026, at 01:11 local time, urging residents in potentially affected areas to prepare for strong shaking and follow official safety guidance.
The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an automatic earthquake alert on June 16, 2026, urging residents to stay calm and follow safety measures. No details on magnitude or damage are available yet.
Japanese authorities confirmed no signs of abnormality at Mount Fuji following reports of minor fluctuations. The JMA analyzed seismic and gas data, ruling out eruption risks. Activities around the mountain continue normally.
A powerful earthquake, registering above 6 on Japan's 7-point seismic intensity scale, struck Japan, causing strong shaking across multiple areas. No details on epicenter, depth, or damage are available yet. Authorities are monitoring and urge caution.
Scientists at Osaka University are developing a rapid PCR-based test kit for Severe Fever with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (SFTS), a tick-borne virus with up to 30% mortality. The kit provides results in under an hour, and researchers warn climate change may fuel wider spread across Japan. Trials on 200 samples show over 95% accuracy, with regulatory approval expected within a year.
The head of an IT company has admitted in court to creating videos targeting the rivals of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in the LDP leadership race last year, at the request of an aide to help her win. The case has sparked public debate over political ethics and campaign integrity. It remains unclear whether Takaichi was aware of the actions, which are now under investigation.
At a US-China summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping criticized Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, accusing her of advancing Japan’s defense buildup as a neo-militaristic move. The remarks were seen as a warning against Tokyo’s security policies amid regional tensions.
Japan's Minister of Economic Security Sanae Takaichi said former US President Donald Trump provided detailed explanations about the US-China summit during a recent phone call. The disclosure highlights Tokyo's active engagement in tracking geopolitical developments.
Japanese police arrested a 49-year-old stepfather on murder charges after the body of his 17-year-old stepson was found in a mountainous area of Kyoto Prefecture on March 24. The victim had been missing for three weeks, and the cause of death was determined to be asphyxiation. Police have not disclosed the suspect's motive but say they have sufficient evidence for the arrest.
