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M5.9 quake strikes near Okinawa’s main island More news:

M5.9 quake strikes near Okinawa’s main island More news:

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It’s only May, but heatstroke cases are already surging in Japan Authorities in Japan say more than 1,000 people have been hospitalized with heatstroke in the space of a week. One elderly woman died. More news:

It’s only May, but heatstroke cases are already surging in Japan Authorities in Japan say more than 1,000 people have been hospitalized with heatstroke in the space of a week. One elderly woman died. More news:

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Mount Fuji dons winter cap in first snowfall of the season The summit of Japan's highest peak is cloaked in snow for the first time this season. Weather officials say the snowcap arrived on Thursday morning, 21 days later than average.

Mount Fuji dons winter cap in first snowfall of the season The summit of Japan's highest peak is cloaked in snow for the first time this season. Weather officials say the snowcap arrived on Thursday morning, 21 days later than average.

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LIVE: March 11 marks the 13th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami. NHK NEWSLINE will present special liver coverage from Tohoku as the country observes a moment of silence starting 14:38 JST. ⬇️⬇️

LIVE: March 11 marks the 13th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami. NHK NEWSLINE will present special liver coverage from Tohoku as the country observes a moment of silence starting 14:38 JST. ⬇️⬇️

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Severe tropical storm Jangmi is wreaking havoc in southwest Japan, causing injuries and leaving thousands without electricity. It is expected to approach eastern Japan on Wednesday. For more:

Severe tropical storm Jangmi is wreaking havoc in southwest Japan, causing injuries and leaving thousands without electricity. It is expected to approach eastern Japan on Wednesday. For more:

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A security camera in Fukushima captured a wild bear attacking a man outside an office. The animal then injured three more people nearby. All four were taken to hospital and are conscious, as authorities remain on alert. See more from NHK WORLD:

A security camera in Fukushima captured a wild bear attacking a man outside an office. The animal then injured three more people nearby. All four were taken to hospital and are conscious, as authorities remain on alert. See more from NHK WORLD:

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Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae and President Lee Jae Myung found harmony after a summit through a drum session. Lee once told Takaichi drumming was a long-held dream. More about the Japan-South Korea summit:

Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae and President Lee Jae Myung found harmony after a summit through a drum session. Lee once told Takaichi drumming was a long-held dream. More about the Japan-South Korea summit:

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Tokyo train lines suspended after power outage.

Tokyo train lines suspended after power outage.

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Japan's cutest fish is just 1cm long A tiny fish no bigger than a fingernail draws divers to Japan’s Hyogo coast each spring. The rare Cherry Blossom Lumpfish appears only briefly, and is under threat as the seaweed it depends on disappears. For more:

Japan's cutest fish is just 1cm long A tiny fish no bigger than a fingernail draws divers to Japan’s Hyogo coast each spring. The rare Cherry Blossom Lumpfish appears only briefly, and is under threat as the seaweed it depends on disappears. For more:

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Litterbugs beware. Shibuya Ward in Tokyo is stamping down on people not disposing of their trash properly. A new rule took effect on June 1, with a fine for those who litter on the streets, in parks or in other areas. More news:

Litterbugs beware. Shibuya Ward in Tokyo is stamping down on people not disposing of their trash properly. A new rule took effect on June 1, with a fine for those who litter on the streets, in parks or in other areas. More news:

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A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck northern Japan on Monday at 16:53 p.m. A tsunami warning and advisory are in effect. For updates, visit:

A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck northern Japan on Monday at 16:53 p.m. A tsunami warning and advisory are in effect. For updates, visit:

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Hokkaido train derailment attributed to seawater Transport authorities in Japan believe seawater may have slowly eaten away at a stretch of railway track in Hokkaido. They are now calling for stricter checks nationwide. More news:

Hokkaido train derailment attributed to seawater Transport authorities in Japan believe seawater may have slowly eaten away at a stretch of railway track in Hokkaido. They are now calling for stricter checks nationwide. More news:

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Japanese pop culture delights Dusseldorf An annual Japanese pop culture convention in Dusseldorf, Germany, has drawn thousands of anime and manga fans, many arriving in costume for the multi-day gathering. See more from NHK WORLD:

Japanese pop culture delights Dusseldorf An annual Japanese pop culture convention in Dusseldorf, Germany, has drawn thousands of anime and manga fans, many arriving in costume for the multi-day gathering. See more from NHK WORLD:

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A Japan Airlines flight from Hiroshima to Tokyo recently took off late after a cabin crewmember failed an alcohol test. A senior official has apologized, but this is not the company’s first booze-related problem. For more:

A Japan Airlines flight from Hiroshima to Tokyo recently took off late after a cabin crewmember failed an alcohol test. A senior official has apologized, but this is not the company’s first booze-related problem. For more:

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Latest info and advice on severe tropical storm Jangmi NHK WORLD meteorologist Tsietsi Monare has details of developments with Jangmi, as well as tips on what to be careful of. See more from NHK WORLD:

Latest info and advice on severe tropical storm Jangmi NHK WORLD meteorologist Tsietsi Monare has details of developments with Jangmi, as well as tips on what to be careful of. See more from NHK WORLD:

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Looming summer pushes Tokyo to quench thirsts As summer nears, Tokyo is urging thirsty people to make use of its network of water stations around the capital via online maps. More news:

Looming summer pushes Tokyo to quench thirsts As summer nears, Tokyo is urging thirsty people to make use of its network of water stations around the capital via online maps. More news:

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It takes serious lung power to be a mountain ascetic. A unique event in Nara led by one such practitioner gave visitors a chance to learn the complex art of blowing conch shells.

It takes serious lung power to be a mountain ascetic. A unique event in Nara led by one such practitioner gave visitors a chance to learn the complex art of blowing conch shells.

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Japan’s konbini king dies at 93 The man who birthed Japan’s convenience-store culture, whose 7-Elevens reshaped daily life for a nation, has died at the age of 93. Suzuki Toshifumi was dubbed the “God of Retail.”

Japan’s konbini king dies at 93 The man who birthed Japan’s convenience-store culture, whose 7-Elevens reshaped daily life for a nation, has died at the age of 93. Suzuki Toshifumi was dubbed the “God of Retail.”

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Osaka's latest pop-up is... a giant sewer pipe? People in Osaka got a shock when a 13-meter section of a huge sewer pipe burst straight up out of the ground, taking sections of the road with it.

Osaka's latest pop-up is... a giant sewer pipe? People in Osaka got a shock when a 13-meter section of a huge sewer pipe burst straight up out of the ground, taking sections of the road with it.

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At 2:46 pm on March 11, 2026, people paused to remember the victims of the Great East Japan Earthquake. 15 years ago, the quake triggered tsunami and a triple meltdown at a nuclear power plant. 19,711 people were killed and 2,519 remain missing.

At 2:46 pm on March 11, 2026, people paused to remember the victims of the Great East Japan Earthquake. 15 years ago, the quake triggered tsunami and a triple meltdown at a nuclear power plant. 19,711 people were killed and 2,519 remain missing.

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A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck Hokkaido in northern Japan at 5:23 a.m. on April 27. Authorities say it is unrelated to a recent advisory issued for a possible mega quake. Visit: for more. Note: This video replaces another we posted earlier.

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck Hokkaido in northern Japan at 5:23 a.m. on April 27. Authorities say it is unrelated to a recent advisory issued for a possible mega quake. Visit: for more. Note: This video replaces another we posted earlier.

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Japanese weather officials have declared Tokyo's cherry blossom season has begun. They checked the benchmark cherry tree on March 19 and found 61 flowers, marking the start of the season.

Japanese weather officials have declared Tokyo's cherry blossom season has begun. They checked the benchmark cherry tree on March 19 and found 61 flowers, marking the start of the season.

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Sanrio, the popular company that makes Hello Kitty and other "kawaii" characters, has opened a museum in central Japan. One aim is to introduce visitors to the company’s philosophy of bringing people together. Visit for other videos.

Sanrio, the popular company that makes Hello Kitty and other "kawaii" characters, has opened a museum in central Japan. One aim is to introduce visitors to the company’s philosophy of bringing people together. Visit for other videos.

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Shibuya Ward, one of Tokyo’s most popular places, has decided to slap fines on litterbugs to stop the persistent problem of people tossing their trash in the street. Visit for more news.

Shibuya Ward, one of Tokyo’s most popular places, has decided to slap fines on litterbugs to stop the persistent problem of people tossing their trash in the street. Visit for more news.

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