Sharing Hearts, Parting Sorrow: The Emperor and Empress' Visit to Disaster Areas, Upholding the 'Reiwa Style'
The Emperor, Empress, and their daughter, Aiko, are visiting disaster-stricken areas 15 years after the Great East Japan Earthquake and plan to visit areas affected by the Kumamoto earthquake this autumn.
Needle-free diabetes management could be on the horizon, study suggests
A new study reveals the potential for oral insulin to replace injections for diabetes management, offering a non-invasive alternative for patients.
Why Japan’s Type-12 missile deployment may complicate China’s regional strategy
Japan's deployment of upgraded Type-12 missiles in Kumamoto could escalate tensions in the Taiwan Strait by raising China's suspicions regarding Japan's motives in the region.
Mayor Taisuke Ono of Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, caught speeding at 152 km/h on the highway
Taisuke Ono, the mayor of Yatsushiro City, was caught driving at 152 km/h on a highway, leading to a proposed salary reduction as punishment.
Missiles for 'Enemy Base Attack' Transported to Kumamoto; Locals Express Disappointment at Lack of Notification
The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force transported long-range missiles to Kumamoto without prior notification to local officials, causing community dissatisfaction and protests against the deployment.
Related to the planned deployment of long-range missiles, vehicles brought in early this morning at Kumamoto's Kengun Garrison
Vehicles related to the planned deployment of long-range missiles were brought into the Kumamoto Kengun Garrison early in the morning, sparking protests from local residents.
"Tengu Bridge has Resurrected" Anime Supports Local Tourism with Economic Impact Over 2 Billion Yen
The revival of Tengu Bridge in Kumamoto Prefecture, damaged by heavy rains, has been significantly supported by anime tourism, highlighting a notable economic impact.
TSMC to Start Producing 3-Nanometer Semiconductors in Kumamoto, Switching to Advanced Products for AI
TSMC plans to start manufacturing 3-nanometer semiconductors in Kumamoto, Japan, shifting focus to high-performance products for AI due to increased demand.
Kumamoto Mashiki Town kindergarten shuttle and passenger car collide, 3 children taken to hospital
In Kumamoto Prefecture's Mashiki Town, a collision occurred between a kindergarten shuttle and a passenger car, resulting in three children being transported to the hospital with minor injuries.
Semiconductor TSMC to produce cutting-edge 3-nanometer semiconductors in Kumamoto, Japan
Taiwan's TSMC plans to produce 3-nanometer cutting-edge semiconductors in Kumamoto, marking the first domestic production of this advanced technology in Japan after a meeting with Prime Minister Kishida.