Defendant Charged with Consent Murder Also Suspected of Killing Another Person 11 Years Ago, Prosecutors Reveal at Initial Trial
A 31-year-old man, charged with consent murder for killing a 21-year-old woman in 2018, is now facing renewed allegations for a similar crime committed in 2015.
Two More Patients at Pediatric Medical Center Show 'Neurological Symptoms' as Vincristine Not Detected
Two additional patients at the Saitama Prefectural Pediatric Medical Center exhibited neurological symptoms following injection treatment, but no vincristine was detected in their cerebrospinal fluid.
Life Imprisonment Sentence for Father and Daughter Triple Murder in HannΕ City
A court in Saitama has sentenced Jun Saito to life imprisonment for the murders of three family members in HannΕ City, a case that stirred public outrage and involved complex issues of accountability.
Why are the instructions and different drugs used? The dispensing procedure at Saitama Children's Medical Center
Three patients treated for leukemia had their conditions worsen after being injected with a drug not intended for their treatment.
Unexpected Drug Detected in Cerebrospinal Fluid; One Dead and Two in Critical Condition at Saitama Pediatric Hospital
Three leukemia patients experienced severe complications after receiving chemotherapy at a pediatric hospital in Saitama, resulting in one death and two patients in critical condition due to the detection of an unexpected drug in their cerebrospinal fluid.
Teenager Dies After Chemotherapy Injection; Two Others Suffer Long-Term Effects at Saitama Children's Medical Center
A teenager has died and two others have suffered serious aftereffects following chemotherapy injections at the Saitama Children's Medical Center, where an unauthorized drug was detected in their samples.
Cancellation of the Public Certification by the People β Resignation the Day After First Election Win; Next in Line Likely to Be Promoted in Saitama Prefectural Assembly By-election
Independent candidate Nobuyuki Nishizawa resigned from his position in the Saitama Prefectural Assembly the day after being elected due to the cancellation of his party's endorsement, paving the way for the next highest candidate, Keigo Furukawa, to take over his position.
Reasons for the Gap in After Pill Availability: Saitama Has One Seventeenth of Tokyo's Pharmacies
A recent report highlights the stark disparity in the availability of emergency contraceptive pills (after pills) in Japan, with Saitama having only about one-seventeenth the number of pharmacies as Tokyo offering these medications.
Saitama Sakae High School car overturn accident, principal and coach sent papers for negligence in key management
Two teachers at Saitama Sakae High School have been sent papers on suspicion of negligence after a car accident resulted in the death and injury of students.
Arrest of Air Self-Defense Force Officer from Komatsu Base for Involvement in Refund Fraud
A Japan Air Self-Defense Force officer has been arrested by Saitama Prefectural Police for allegedly participating in a refund fraud scheme.
Fire Department Leaves Fire Investigation Reports Unmade; 10% Over Past 20 Years in Hanyu, Saitama
Around 10% of fires in Hanyu, Saitama, over the past 20 years have not had investigation reports created, raising concerns about compliance with fire safety regulations.
The site of the tea house where Tokugawa Ieyasu rested discovered in Saitama after enjoying falconry
The remains of a tea house where Tokugawa Ieyasu rested after falconry have been discovered in Saitama Prefecture.
Saitama's Murder of a Family of Three: Death Penalty Demanded by Prosecutors, 'No Remorse Seen'
Prosecutors have demanded the death penalty for a man accused of murdering a family of three in Saitama, citing a lack of remorse.
Cutter Attack at Junior High School: Saitama Prefectural Board of Education to Investigate as Serious Bullying Incident
A junior high school student in Saitama was attacked with a cutter by a classmate, prompting an investigation into potential serious bullying by the local education board.
Political Fund Misappropriation by Saitama Prefecture LDP: Prefectural Chapter Sues Former Secretary General for Damages
The Saitama Prefectural Chapter of the LDP is suing its former secretary general for approximately 30.62 million yen over allegations of misappropriating political funds.
Former Mayor Arrested on Suspicion of Receiving 5 Million Yen Bribe in Hanno City, Saitama Prefecture
Former Hanno City Mayor Katsuyoshi Okubo has been arrested on suspicion of accepting a 5 million yen bribe related to land development permits.
Saitama Yashio Sinkhole Incident: 'It Was Difficult to Prevent' - Final Report from the Third-Party Committee
A third-party committee concluded that the January 2025 sinkhole incident in Yashio, Saitama, was caused by corrosive sewage pipes, asserting that it was difficult for the prefecture to prevent the accident despite inspections.
Man sleeping at home attacked and injured by intruders; Saitama Prefectural Police investigating
A 79-year-old man in Saitama Prefecture was attacked in his home by intruders while he was sleeping, sustaining injuries and losing cash.
Two Men Arrested for Possession of Fake Bonbon Drop Stickers with Intent to Sell
Two men in Saitama Prefecture were arrested for allegedly possessing counterfeit Bonbon Drop Stickers intended for sale, violating trademark laws.
Unauthorized Driving on School Grounds for Two Years, School Unaware, Family Raises "Strong Questions"
A tragic accident at Saitama Sakae High School involved a student driving a vehicle unauthorized for two years, leading to scrutiny over the school's awareness and management.
First trial for the murder of a mother and her two children in Saitama starts today, defense claims innocence
The trial for Jun Saito, accused of killing a mother, her husband, and their daughter in Saitama, begins today with the defense arguing that he was not mentally capable of criminal responsibility during the incident.
Broken water pipe underground spurts water to about 10 meters high in Kawaguchi, Saitama
A broken underground water pipe in Kawaguchi, Saitama, caused water to spurt approximately 10 meters high for about two and a half hours with no reported injuries or damage.
More than 100 locations of overhead lines damaged; Power outage on the JR Utsunomiya Line affects 190,000 people
A power outage on the JR Utsunomiya Line has caused widespread disruption, impacting approximately 190,000 passengers due to significant damage to overhead lines.
Center-left Yukio Edano Expected to Lose in Saitama District 5, Founder of the Constitutional Democratic Party
Yukio Edano, the founder of the Constitutional Democratic Party and a former member of the House of Representatives, is projected to lose in Saitama District 5 despite his candidacy and previous government experience.
[Earthquake Bulletin] Magnitude 3 tremors observed in Tochigi, Gunma, and Saitama with no tsunami concern
An earthquake registering a magnitude of 3 was recorded in Tochigi, Gunma, and Saitama, Japan, at around 0:58 AM on the 7th, with no tsunami threat reported.
Forest Fire in Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture, Spreads to 40 Hectares; Dispatch Request to the Self-Defense Forces
A forest fire in Chichibu City has expanded to an area of about 40 hectares, prompting the Saitama Prefectural Government to request the dispatch of Self-Defense Forces for firefighting efforts.
Forest Fire in Chichibu, Saitama Continues with Firefighting Efforts
A forest fire has been burning in the Chichibu region of Saitama Prefecture since the 4th, with firefighters engaged in ongoing efforts to control the fire, which reportedly has been intensifying intermittently.
Composition of the Election: House of Representatives Election in Saitama District 5
This article discusses the candidates' appeals and the political landscape in Saitama District 5 ahead of the House of Representatives election.
Cash Robbery in Taito, Tokyo - Escaped by Car in Saitama City the Next Day
A series of cash robberies targeting significant sums in Tokyo, Haneda Airport, and Hong Kong continues, with the perpetrator from the Taito incident still on the run.
Saitama Koshigaya: High School Student Found Collapsed by Road and Died, Investigated as Hit-and-Run Incident
A 16-year-old high school student was found collapsed by the roadside in Koshigaya, Saitama, and died after being taken to the hospital, prompting police to investigate the incident as a hit-and-run.
A man in his late teens to twenties collapses and dies on the street, possibly hit-and-run in Koshigaya City, Saitama Prefecture
A male pedestrian in his late teens or early twenties was found unconscious and later confirmed dead after a suspected hit-and-run incident in Koshigaya City, Saitama Prefecture, with police investigating the fleeing vehicle.
Leveraging 'Popularity of Takai', Former Self-Defense Force Member in Saitama District 13 Who Lost in Previous Election due to Under-the-Table Money Issue
Former Liberal Democratic Party member Hiromi Mitsubayashi is campaigning for the Saitama District 13 seat with the backing of Prime Minister Sanae Takai, highlighting their political alliance following a past defeat amid controversy over undeclared political funds.
A 'fake president' instructed money transfers via business SNS, scamming 210 million yen in Saitama
A company in Tsurugashima, Saitama was scammed out of 219 million yen by an individual impersonating their president through a business SNS.
"Did someone push my father?" A decade of apologies from the post office over the reality of suicide
The article reflects on the 10-year delay in Japan Post's apology to the family of a former postal worker who committed suicide after feeling pressured at work, highlighting the ongoing struggles of the deceased's three young children.
Seibu's Kosei Takahashi Celebrates His 29th Birthday: 'This Year I Have Many Feelings'
Kosei Takahashi of the Saitama Seibu Lions celebrated his 29th birthday, reflecting on his strong desire to help his team win as he continues to entertain hopes of playing in the Major Leagues.
Cro Cop: What I saw in my favorite arena ignited my old fighting plan
Mirko FilipoviΔ, reflecting on the opening ceremony of a New Year's Rizin event in Saitama, expressed nostalgia and excitement recalling his past experiences in the sport.