Kanagawa Prefecture

Sagamihara high school student death investigation

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Sagamihara police arrest four teenagers in high school student death case

On August 22, 2026, 17-year-old high school student Setsuna Shimizu was found unconscious on a rural road in Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Initial reports indicated that Shimizu and three other teenagers were tra

Yokohama Mayor to resign; candidates emerge for election

6 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Yokohama mayoral election: Candidates Harasawa and Nakatani announce runs

Following an external investigation that confirmed “extremely serious” power harassment, Yokohama Mayor Takeharu Yamanaka has announced his intention to resign. The 100-page report, released in late July, detailed verbal

Japan disaster preparedness and emergency awareness

9 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Japan disaster volunteer roles highlighted during prevention month

Japan continues its various initiatives to promote disaster preparedness and emergency medical awareness. Recent regional drills have focused on specialized response capabilities. In Otofu, training sessions simulated fl

Autonomous logistics testing in Japan

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Fukutsu and T2 launch autonomous truck relay transport tests in Japan

Companies in Japan are conducting various demonstration projects to integrate autonomous trucking into logistics networks to mitigate driver shortages. In early September 2026, T2 and partners including S&B Foods, Otafu

Weather-related emergencies in Japan

2 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Japan issues Level 5 landslide warnings amid fatal flooding

In August 2026, the Japan Coast Guard issued a second-level alert and evacuation advisory for various ports in the Izu Peninsula and Izu Islands, including Shimoda Port, due to an approaching typhoon. Maritime instructio

Japanese municipal premium voucher programs

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Japanese municipalities launch premium gift certificate programs

Japanese municipalities have implemented various premium voucher and gift certificate schemes to support residents and stimulate local economies. In Kanagawa Prefecture, Kawasaki City launched a digital voucher program

Japan school meal and food education initiatives

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Japan hosts food education programs for parents and children

Local governments and organizations in Japan are implementing various initiatives to support child nutrition and food education. In Yokohama, after-school care facilities have increased the adoption of lunch programs to

Nijigen no Mori anime park promotional activities

2 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Japan hosts diverse cultural and commercial events through late 2026

The Nijigen no Mori anime park in Hyogo Prefecture is expanding its promotional activities through themed challenges and event exhibitions. In late August 2026, the park announced the ‘Shinobizato SNS Challenge’ at its

Heatstroke prevention initiatives for children in Japan

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Nagakute City launches heatstroke prevention project for schools

Efforts to mitigate heatstroke risks for children in Japan have involved both private corporate donations and municipal initiatives. In late July and August 2026, MOTTERU Co., Ltd. donated cooling items, such as handhel

Kamakura Kajiwara retail development

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Cainz and Life to open new stores in Kamakura

Mitsubishi Corporation Urban Development and Haseko Corporation completed the MCUD-HASEKO Retail Kamakura Kajiwara shopping centre on July 31, 2026. The two-storey, 11,900 m² complex is located in the Kajiwara residentia

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Tokyo business events scheduled for September 2026

Sugakiya restaurant network changes

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Sugakiya to open two Kanagawa locations in October 2026

The Nagoya-based fast food chain Sugakiya is undergoing changes to its store network. In August 2026, the company announced the closure of its branch located in the MEGA Don Quijote UNY Ichinomiya Yamato store in Ichinom