Osaka Prefecture

Kumamoto earthquake recovery: aid packages and ongoing gaps

40 clusters · 112 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Relief workers share Kumamoto earthquake lessons to improve disaster preparedness

As recovery efforts continue following the July 28, 2026, earthquake, the scale of damage has risen to over 53,800 buildings. While water outages have been restored, many residents remain in evacuation centers or makeshi

Severe weather and volcanic activity in Japan

14 clusters · 71 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Mount Tokachidake volcanic alert raised to Level 3 in Hokkaido

By early September 2026, Typhoon 24 and linear precipitation zones brought extreme weather to Japan. In Aomori Prefecture, record-breaking rainfall continued, with Ajigasawa recording 260 mm. In Aomori City, a Level 5 em

Extreme weather and flooding in Japan

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Japan weather alerts: Heavy rain and landslide warnings issued across multiple regions

Japan has faced significant disruptions due to extreme weather, including lightning strikes and heavy rainfall. In late August, a lightning strike in Kyoto caused equipment malfunctions and the temporary closure of the

Japan secondary capital race expands with regional alliances

6 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Hokkaido and Osaka sign agreement to pursue sub-capital status

In late July 2026, Japan’s Diet passed a law establishing a “sub‑capital” framework to decentralize functions from Tokyo and provide a disaster backup. The legislation, which passed the upper house by a narrow 123-121 vo

Saedeul remnants strengthen into Storm No. 5 and trigger Flo

10 clusters · 83 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Tropical Storm Saudel forms in North East Sea

The rare concentration of four simultaneous typhoons continues to impact Japan and China. Typhoon Saedeul (also referred to as Saudel) caused significant disruption across Okinawa and the southwestern islands, including

Princess Aiko's Ise Shrine and regional visits

3 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Princess Aiko visits Shiga Prefecture and Lake Biwa Museum

In late July and early August 2026, Princess Aiko traveled to Mie Prefecture to participate in the traditional Mokihiki (御木曳) ceremony at Ise Shrine. As part of the 20-year Shikinen Sengu rebuilding schedule for 2033, th

Body Sense Institute parenting support workshops

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Kurobe City to host community-based parenting support class

The Body Sense Institute has been organizing community-based workshops for expectant and new parents across different Japanese prefectures. In July 2026, the institute held a free, parent-led workshop in Izumi City, Osa