A Japanese research team say a Nankai Trough megaquake is likely to be followed by other megaquakes. That means the public must be extra prepared.
From the deep sea to outer space, “This exhibit will act as a catalyst for people to imagine a little bit about what Society 5.0 will...
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako sent a message to the Atami residents, saying that “Our hearts ache at the thought of those whose whereabouts have still...
For Tokyo University, the main objective is to use the technology developed for local problem solving. But the team is also aiming to contribute to JAXA’s...
The February earthquake was a wakeup call for disaster prevention, including the social infrastructure to support the people in hard-hit areas.
The number of typhoons approaching the Pacific coast of the Japanese archipelago has increased in the last 20 years, a report released by the Meteorological...
Yuriko Koike, 67, garnering high marks from voters, won a second four-year term as governor of Tokyo in the election held Sunday, July 5....
Researchers estimate the probability of an earthquake in the Nankai Trough within the next 30 years is as high as 70% to 80%.
Many around the world were shocked at the fire at Shuri Castle in Okinawa on the morning of October 31 and are at a loss...
Typhoon Hagibis (Typhoon #19) roared through Eastern Japan over this past weekend, leaving at least 75 people dead and around 200 known injured. Over 16,000...
Residents of the Tateyama and Minamiboso areas in Chiba Prefecture were told Monday morning, September 16, to evacuate due to threats of landslides. The...
The commendation ceremony of the 28th Annual Grand Prize for the Global Environment Awards, attended by Crown Prince and Crown Princess Akishino (background), was held on...
