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A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Japan near Tokyo. The Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed no tsunami warning was issued. No immediate reports of casualties or major damage have been received.
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck near the Philippines but triggered tsunami warnings for Japan's coast, including Tokyo. Authorities urged residents to evacuate coastal areas. No immediate reports of casualties or major damage.
A preliminary 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Japan near Tokyo on Tuesday, disrupting some transport services. No major damage or casualties have been reported, and no tsunami warning was issued, according to Kyodo News. Authorities continue to monitor the situation.
Two male suspects snatched a bag containing approximately 8 million yen (US$50,000) in cash from a 60-year-old Chinese woman on a Tokyo street, police said Thursday. The victim was not seriously injured. Authorities are reviewing security footage and gathering witness statements to track down the suspects.
A bear weighing about 100 kg was captured after a four-day ordeal in a city north of Tokyo that led to school closures. Authorities cornered and sedated the animal in a residential area, then transferred it to a vet for evaluation before planned release.
Island states concluded a two-day conference in Tokyo by agreeing to establish a fund for marine conservation efforts, part of a joint action plan. The fund will target projects against plastic pollution, coral reef protection, and sustainable fisheries. Leaders called for international support amid climate change threats like rising sea levels and extreme weather.
Around 300 delegates from more than 30 island nations gathered in Tokyo on June 3 for a two-day conference focused on marine conservation and climate change response. The forum, organized by Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, marks a first-of-its-kind regional cooperation on ocean issues. Discussions will cover sustainable fisheries, plastic waste reduction, and climate adaptation.
The Japanese government will revise its disaster prevention strategy to better prepare for a major earthquake in the Tokyo area, expanding the use of seismic breakers to prevent fires. The 10-year plan aims to minimize casualties by strengthening infrastructure and early warning systems.
One person was hospitalized and about 20 others reported feeling unwell after a man allegedly sprayed an unknown substance at a commercial facility in Tokyo's Ginza shopping district on May 17. Police are investigating the substance and motive, with no arrests made yet. The affected individuals experienced mild symptoms and are not in life-threatening condition.
