Taiwan's TSMC considering building first Japan chip plant in Kumamoto Prefecture
The development comes after efforts by Japan's government to persuade the world's largest contract chipmaker to set up a factory in the country.
Kumamoto Castle main tower reopens to public after quake damage in 2016
Two large earthquakes caused roof tiles and decorative ornaments to fall off the castle and other structures in the park, such as stone walls, to crumble or completely collapse.
Gunma, Ishikawa and Kumamoto prefectures will see their restrictions end, while five more prefectures will continue until June 20.
Japan preparing to lift COVID-19 pre-emergency for three prefectures
Extensions are thought to be unnecessary if the current infection trends continue in Gunma, Ishikawa and Kumamoto, government sources said.
Japan expands and extends emergency measures as cases rise across the nation
Japan officially adds Hokkaido, Okayama and Hiroshima prefectures to the state of emergency now covering Tokyo, Osaka and four other prefectures.
Five more prefectures to get coronavirus quasi-emergency status
Gunma, Hiroshima, Ishikawa, Kumamoto and Okayama will be able to deploy tougher measures to rein in COVID-19 from Sunday.
The number of participants to the event was limited to a minimum amid the novel coronavirus epidemic.
Restoration of Kumamoto Castle's quake-damaged main towers finished
Safety measures such as seismic reinforcement have been taken, and the permanent exhibition and interior have been fully renovated.
Fans asked to not send Valentine's chocolates to favorite characters due to virus
Video game fans are being asked not to send chocolate to their favorite characters on Valentine's Day amid the continuing spread of the coronavirus. Every Feb. 14, gamers send chocolates to characters and developers of Square Enix Co., best known for the blockbuster Dragon Quest ...
Woman arrested over injury leading to death of 3-year-old son
The boy's grandmother was visiting at the time and called for an ambulance about 10 minutes after the incident occurred.
Japanese obstetrician fights for 'confidential births' amid apathy
Takeshi Hasuda wants his Jikei Hospital in Kumamoto to lessen the number of dangerous home births by offering women an anonymous service.
More than 4,200 still in temporary homes months after deadly Kumamoto rains
Also, at least 2,614 families are living in damaged homes, with some residing on their second floor that escaped inundation, for example.
