Following an earthquake, shelters have been established across Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. Experts are advising residents to take precautions against heatstroke.

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox expressed concern after a powerful earthquake struck his hometown of Kumamoto, Japan. Kumamoto prefecture was hit by a 6.8-magnitude earthquake on Tuesday afternoon, causing significant damage across the region. Aeon Mall Kumamoto in Kumamoto City, the prefecture's largest city, suffered a partial collapse following an explosion believed to have been triggered by the quake. A smokestack at Japan Paper also collapsed, leaving employees trapped, while sec

The Kumamoto Prefectural Police investigation of a 1985 murder case was ruled unlawful, leading to an order for Kumamoto to pay damages over the wrongful conviction of a suspect who was acquitted in 2019.

Japan's Ministry of Defense is preparing to hold briefings for local residents next month regarding the deployment of long-range missiles at a Ground Self-Defense Force base in Kumamoto City, following previous lack of public consultation.

A memorial service was held for the victims of the 2020 rain disaster in Kumamoto, Japan. The event was attended by bereaved family members, Land Minister Yasushi Kaneko, and Kumamoto Governor Takashi Kimura.

Heavy rains have caused widespread damage across Japan, including flooding in a Kumamoto inn and landslides in Nagasaki and Oita. Authorities issued evacuation orders for thousands of households in Fukuoka, Oita, and Saga prefectures, with linear rainbands predicted for several regions.

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an emergency warning for the Aso region in Kumamoto Prefecture, predicting a linear rainband within the next three hours, which could lead to life-threatening landslides and floods.

In a corruption case involving the construction of a new city hall in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto, three individuals arrested on suspicion of bribery are now re-arrested for allegedly laundering 20 million yen of the 60 million yen received.

A farmer from Fukushima Prefecture, who moved to Kumamoto after an earthquake, is now working to revitalize his new home, inspired by the local residents' mutual support.

Three individuals, including a city council member, have been arrested in connection with a corruption case surrounding the construction of Yatsushiro City's new hall in Kumamoto Prefecture. They are accused of receiving 60 million yen in exchange for preferential treatment in bidding, with the cash reportedly delivered in a suitcase to one of their homes.

Two city council members in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, including Yukio Narimatsu, have been arrested on suspicion of accepting 60 million yen in bribes from a construction company. The alleged bribes were in exchange for facilitating bids for the new city hall construction project, which was rebuilt after the Kumamoto earthquake.

On the 10th anniversary of the Kumamoto earthquake, experts emphasize the need for accurate data collection on disaster-related deaths, which significantly outnumbered direct fatalities, to improve future disaster countermeasures.

Today marks 10 years since the main shock of the Kumamoto earthquake, which recorded a second intensity of 7 and claimed 278 lives. Commemorations, prayers, and updates on lessons learned and reconstruction efforts are being reported.

Ten years after the Kumamoto earthquake, Kumamoto Castle's full restoration, including the challenging rebuilding of its stone walls with millimeter precision, is projected to be completed by fiscal year 2052.

Experts report that crustal deformation and strain accumulation continue in active faults around the Kumamoto earthquake's epicenter, even a decade after the event, due to ongoing 'post-seismic deformation'.

Japan marks 10 years since the initial magnitude 7 foreshock of the Kumamoto earthquakes, which caused 278 deaths. Disaster-related deaths, accounting for 80% of victims, continue to be a critical issue, as highlighted by the recent Noto Peninsula earthquake.

A Fukuoka materials firm has developed a ready-to-eat risotto, with its creation inspired by relief efforts following the Kumamoto earthquake.

An exhibition showcasing reconstruction efforts after the April 2016 earthquakes has opened in Kumamoto, Japan, featuring a 'One Piece' tie-in and running through May 24.

An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.4 and a depth of 10 km occurred in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, with no tsunami risk. Minamata City and Tsunagi Town experienced a seismic intensity of 3.

Kaohsiung (Taiwan), Arizona (USA), and Kumamoto (Japan) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the chip industry, fostering international cooperation in semiconductor manufacturing.

Japan is deploying its first long-range missiles. Launchers have arrived at a camp in Kumamoto Prefecture. These missiles will be operational by the end of March. This move comes amid rising tensions around Taiwan. Japan is accelerating its military buildup in the southwestern region. The missiles have a significantly extended range. Further deployments are planned for later this year.

Ten-year-old Pine has been waiting for a home of her own ever since she was rescued from the Kumamoto authorities in late 2018.

The Fukuoka High Court has ordered the state and Kumamoto Prefecture to pay compensation to the family of a man wrongly convicted in the 41-year-old Matsubashi Incident, acknowledging their responsibility.

An 11-month-old boy was found unconscious in a parked car in Kumamoto City and later confirmed dead, with police investigating the death as suspected heatstroke.

Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism issued a Level 5 flood warning for the Chikugo River near the Tsuetate observation station in Oguni Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, indicating a potential overflow. Residents in Oguni Town and Hita City, Oita Prefecture, are urged to ensure their safety.

Kumamoto City issued evacuation orders for over 38,900 households in the Iseri River basin of Nishi Ward due to increased risk of flooding from heavy rains.

A Japanese American woman visiting Kumamoto Prefecture to research her family roots successfully connected with her relatives.

A descendant of a Japanese immigrant to Hawaii is planning a visit to Kumamoto Prefecture in Japan. The individual is seeking information about their family's origins and ancestral roots in the region.

A Kumamoto municipal assembly member and two others have been arrested on suspicion of bribery, allegedly receiving ¥60 million from a former construction firm head.

Japan is set to conduct a survey on residents of the Shiranui Sea coast in Kumamoto and Kagoshima prefectures, marking the first such initiative under a special law enacted in 2009 to address Minamata disease.

Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture is undertaking an initiative to translate its local dialect, such as 'Hagaika', to assist foreign residents.

A ceremony was held in Japan to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Kumamoto earthquakes, with approximately 250 attendees, including Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara and bereaved families, praying for the 278 victims.

Residents of Mashiki Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, observed a moment of silence on the evening of the 14th, marking 10 years since the first magnitude 7 earthquake that killed 45 people, including disaster-related deaths.

Kumamoto Prefecture is commemorating 10 years since the devastating earthquakes that struck the region. Restoration efforts for Kumamoto Castle are still underway, while victims of the disaster are being mourned.

An 89-year-old volunteer continues to guide visitors at Kumamoto Castle, which is still undergoing restoration 10 years after being damaged by an earthquake. He expresses his desire to convey the spirit of recovery to visitors.

A crystal clear soy sauce produced in Kumamoto, Japan, has achieved global popularity, with over 1.6 million bottles sold worldwide.

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4 was observed in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, at approximately 8:42 PM local time, prompting warnings for residents in the Amakusa and Ashikita regions.

An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 4 was observed in Amakusa and Ashikita, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, around 11:10 PM on the 15th, with no tsunami warning issued.

The mayor of Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, Ono, had his driver's license suspended for 90 days after being caught driving at 152 km/h on the Kyushu Expressway last December.

Japan has transported a long-range missile launcher to Kumamoto for deployment, as reported by Mainichi Shimbun.

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South Korea confirmed that no South Korean nationals were reported injured or killed in the earthquake in Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture. The government is reviewing its earthquake and tsunami preparedness after tremors from the quake were felt across the country.

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, causing a house collapse in Uki City where four family members are missing. Experts warn of further strong tremors as the quake hit a long-feared high-risk fault zone.

A police officer in Kumamoto, Japan, fired a weapon at a suspect accused of obstructing official duties. This incident follows a separate report of an arrest in Berane for an attack on a police officer.

The Kumagawa Railway, a third-sector railway in southern Kumamoto Prefecture, has begun test runs on a section that was impassable due to heavy rains six years ago, with full service expected to resume in September.

Six years after the Kumamoto floods, which claimed 67 lives including disaster-related deaths and left two people still missing, the challenge of creating a safe and sustainable living environment in the affected regions remains significant. Population decline in these areas has further exacerbated the issue.

Linear rainbands have formed in the Aso region of Kumamoto and the Chikugo region of Fukuoka, Japan, leading to an increased risk of disasters. Authorities are warning residents of the heightened danger due to the intense rainfall.

Very heavy rain has been observed across northern Kyushu, Japan, with warnings for linear rainbands in Nagasaki, Kumamoto, and Saga prefectures. An imminent forecast for linear rainbands has been issued for southern Nagasaki, raising concerns for landslides and floods.

Japan's imperial couple is expected to undertake a two-day visit to Kumamoto in September to inspect the progress of reconstruction programs in areas devastated by the 2016 earthquakes.

A corruption scandal has emerged concerning the construction of the new Yatsushiro City Hall in Kumamoto Prefecture, with a local civil engineering company representative suspected of facilitating illicit communications between a city council member and the successful bidder.

Three city council members in Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, have been arrested on suspicion of receiving 60 million yen in bribes from a construction company in exchange for favorable treatment in a new city hall project, with investigators now suspecting they actively demanded the bribes.

Kumamoto, Japan, has developed a dialect guide in easy English to assist foreign residents in understanding local speech and integrating into the community.

A mother shares her enduring grief a decade after the Kumamoto earthquake, reflecting on the loss of her son.

Ten years after the Kumamoto earthquake, which claimed 278 lives, a joint memorial service is being held for the first time by the prefecture and all municipalities to preserve memories and lessons learned, as infrastructure recovery continues.

Japan commemorates the 10th anniversary of the Kumamoto earthquakes, which claimed 278 lives, reflecting on the impact on survivors and ongoing challenges.

Today marks 10 years since the Kumamoto earthquake, with reports covering the current situation in the affected areas.

A memorial ceremony was held in Mashiki, Kumamoto, to commemorate the victims of the earthquake a decade ago. 184 participants, including bereaved families, observed a minute of silence and offered prayers.

An earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 4.0 and a Shindo 3 intensity occurred in the Chikugo region of Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, with no tsunami expected.

A magnitude 3 earthquake occurred in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, specifically in the Amakusa and Ashikita regions, on March 21st at approximately 3:04 PM.

Japan has deployed its domestically produced long-range missiles near the East China Sea – a move that could be interpreted by Beijing as crossing a “strategic threshold”, analysts said. Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said on Monday that the upgraded Type-12 surface-to-ship missiles would be deployed at Camp Kengun in the southwestern Japanese prefecture of Kumamoto by the end of this month. Army vehicles carrying the first batch of missile launchers were reportedly spotted...

Japan has begun deploying long-range missiles, intended for 'counter-attack capability' against enemy bases, with launch equipment transported to a Self-Defense Force base in Kumamoto.

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