Japanese Defense Minister Takaichi's speech at the 81st anniversary of the Battle of Okinawa was disrupted by demonstrators chanting 'No to war!' and 'Protect Article 9!', referencing Japan's pacifist constitution clause.
Okinawa Governor Denny Tamaki refuted online rumors that he visited a memorial site for students who died in a boat accident while on a golf outing. He stated he does not play golf and expressed concern over the spread of misinformation impacting public understanding and the upcoming gubernatorial election.
Typhoon Jangmi made landfall in western Japan on Wednesday, causing widespread flooding, mudslides, and injuring dozens. The highest flood warning was issued for the Koza River before being downgraded. The government reported damage across Kyushu to the Kanto region.
Typhoon No. 6 has caused injuries in Okinawa and Kagoshima prefectures due to strong winds, with some municipalities deciding to close schools temporarily on the 3rd.
Okinawa Governor Denny Tamaki stated that it is desirable for schools to consider programs that allow children to broadly learn and think about the relocation of the US Futenma Air Station to Henoko. This follows a question from the bereaved family of a high school student who died in a capsizing accident in March, which occurred during a protest against the relocation.
Japonya'nın güney eyaletleri, Jangmi Tayfunu'nun vurduğu Okinawa ve Kagoşima'da ciddi maddi hasar ve yaralanmalar yaşandı. 47 binden fazla ev elektriksiz kalırken, ulaşım felç oldu ve 300'den fazla uçuş iptal edildi. Yetkililer, 4. seviye alarm uyarısı yaptı.
Una tempesta ha causato interruzioni di corrente per oltre 47.000 famiglie in Giappone e ha ferito nove persone a Okinawa. Sono state consigliate evacuazioni e cancellati 600 voli.
Japonya'da etkili olan Jangmi Tayfunu nedeniyle Okinawa'da 10'dan fazla kişi yaralandı, 47 binden fazla ev elektriksiz kaldı ve yüzlerce uçuş iptal edildi. Yetkililer tahliye çağrısı yapabileceği uyarısında bulundu.
Marubeni announced on the 2nd its acquisition of Okinawa Tourist (OTS), a Naha-based company, aiming to leverage its global network to attract more inbound tourists. Marubeni acquired 80% of OTS shares on the 1st.
Typhoon Saomai has caused damage in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, with 16 people lightly injured and 15 cases of property damage reported. Over 330 flights to and from Kyushu are canceled today, with more cancellations expected for tomorrow in Tokyo. Train services are also affected, including the Tokaido Shinkansen.
Typhoon No. 6 has caused minor injuries to 16 people in Okinawa Prefecture as of 7 AM on the 2nd, with incidents including falls due to strong winds in cities like Uruma and Naha. Roofs of houses and other structures have also been damaged.
As of 7 AM on the 2nd, Typhoon No. 6 has caused minor injuries to 16 people in Okinawa Prefecture due to falls caused by strong winds in cities like Uruma and Naha. Roofs of houses and other structures have also been damaged.
Typhoon No. 6 is heading north of Okinawa, with strong winds and heavy rain expected to hit the island on June 1st. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings, urging residents to prepare for potential evacuation. The typhoon's path may also affect the Amami region and southern Kyushu.
Typhoon No. 6 approached Okinawa on the 1st, moving northwest of Naha. It is expected to approach the Okinawa and Amami regions on the 2nd, and then move eastward along the southern coast of Honshu on the 3rd, bringing heavy rain to many areas. The Japan Meteorological Agency warned of potential linear precipitation bands in southern Kyushu and Amami on the 2nd.
Typhoon No. 6 approached Okinawa on the 1st with a storm surge, expected to hit Amami on the 2nd and move towards Shikoku, Kinki, Tokai, and Kanto-Koshin. Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast, with potential for "linear precipitation zones" in Miyazaki and Kagoshima. Flights are being canceled, and power outages and road closures are reported in Okinawa.
Japonya'nın Okinawa adasına yaklaşan Jangmi Tayfunu nedeniyle 2 kişi yaralandı, 560'tan fazla uçuş iptal edildi. Elektrik kesintileri yaşanırken, market rafları boşaldı.
Typhoon Jangmi is set to make landfall in Okinawa, Japan, bringing severe rain, winds up to 162km/h, and high waves. Residents are urged to evacuate and avoid travel as over 400 flights have been cancelled.
Urasoe City, Okinawa, reported the theft of 83 business laptops, with 3 containing citizen personal information. While 47 have been recovered, no data leakage or misuse has been confirmed. The incident is suspected to be for resale by a contractor employee.
Typhoon Jangmi is forecast to impact Okinawa, Japan, with strong winds and heavy rain. Meanwhile, southern Australia braces for severe winds and potential snow, while southern Europe experiences unusually high temperatures.
Typhoon Saomai has caused widespread disruption in Okinawa, Japan, leading to the cancellation of hundreds of flights and significant damage including fallen trees and power outages. The Okinawa Prefectural Government has suspended services for employee safety.
Okinawa Prefectural Police arrested a man in his 30s on suspicion of murdering his 72-year-old father in Ishigaki City. The victim was found stabbed multiple times. The suspect, who had been sought by police, surrendered later the same day.
A 72-year-old man was found dead with multiple stab wounds in his chest at his residence in Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture. Police arrested his unemployed 30-something son on suspicion of murder.
In 1966, 74-year-old Masakazu Kamiya was diagnosed with Hansen's disease in Okinawa and sent to the Airaku-en leper colony, separated from his family. He recalls his fear as a junior high student facing isolation under US rule, unaware that the government's discriminatory policies would later be apologized for.
A 72-year-old man, Nishihara Masaru, was found dead with multiple stab wounds to the chest in his Ishigaki City apartment on May 25th. A care manager discovered him and called emergency services. Police are investigating the incident as a murder and are searching for a man aged 20-40 seen leaving the scene around the time of the incident.
