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JERA prepares to revive a second aged power unit at Anegasaki plant

Business Jun 22, 2022

JERA prepares to revive a second aged power unit at Anegasaki plant

by Yuka Obayashi

Japan's energy supply problems relate to various domestic issues, including the suspension of some plants after March earthquakes in Fukushima.

No more silent lunches? Some Japan schools ease COVID restrictions

National Jun 15, 2022

No more silent lunches? Some Japan schools ease COVID restrictions

by Kanako Takahara

With coronavirus infections dropping, some municipalities are lifting restrictions to let students socialize during the midday meal.

Electric farms in Japan are using solar power to grow profits and crops

Business May 21, 2022

Electric farms in Japan are using solar power to grow profits and crops

by Shoko Oda

In many respects, Takeshi Magami’s farm is like any other in Japan. But one major difference sets it apart from its neighbors: the 2,826 solar panels perched above the crops.

Heavy rain forecast across much of Japan, including Tokyo

National May 13, 2022

Heavy rain forecast across much of Japan, including Tokyo

by Magdalena Osumi

Some places in the capital region may experience torrential rain of up to 30 to 50 millimeters per hour, which could result in flooded roads.

X Games soar in Japan debut as action sports fans flock to Chiba

More Sports | X Games Chiba Apr 24, 2022

X Games soar in Japan debut as action sports fans flock to Chiba

by Dan Orlowitz

Tens of thousands of fans turned up as the X Games, known for igniting the mainstream popularity of action sports, took place in Japan for the first time over the weekend.

Russian-run restaurant in Japan looking to hire Ukrainian evacuees

National Apr 20, 2022

Russian-run restaurant in Japan looking to hire Ukrainian evacuees

"Although (the evacuees) may be still feeling anxious after coming to Japan, we'd like to do whatever we can to help," says the operator of the restaurant in Chiba.

Tokyo-area average condo price hit record high in fiscal 2021

Business Apr 18, 2022

Tokyo-area average condo price hit record high in fiscal 2021

The average price in Tokyo and neighboring Kanagawa, Saitama and Chiba prefectures rose 6.1% from the previous year to ¥63.6 million, surpassing the previous record set in fiscal 1990.

Magnitude 4.7 earthquake jolts northwestern Chiba Prefecture

National Mar 31, 2022

Magnitude 4.7 earthquake jolts northwestern Chiba Prefecture

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Drunken driver sentenced to 14 years in prison over deaths of two children

National / Crime & Legal Mar 25, 2022

Drunken driver sentenced to 14 years in prison over deaths of two children

The Chiba District Court found Hiroshi Umezawa guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol when he crashed into a group of children heading home from school.

Chiba hunters and local businesses repurpose culled miniature deer for leather products

National Mar 4, 2022

Chiba hunters and local businesses repurpose culled miniature deer for leather products

With the prefecture's population of miniature deer rapidly rising — and damaging local crops — local hunters and businesses seek to use their hides for leather.

15-year prison term sought over drunken driving crash in Chiba that left two children dead

National / Crime & Legal Mar 3, 2022

15-year prison term sought over drunken driving crash in Chiba that left two children dead

In the incident, a truck ran into a line of children walking home from school in Yachimata in June last year, killing two boys and severely injuring three other children.

Dementia patients find purpose through work in Japan

National / Social Issues Nov 2, 2021

Dementia patients find purpose through work in Japan

by Maki Shinozaki

Programs matching older people with "paid volunteer" jobs encourage self-reliance and give a sense of satisfaction, according to one industry insider.

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