Shiga Prefecture

Escalation of specialized and SNS fraud in Japan

38 clusters · 40 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Fraudulent scams target elderly women in Japan

By late 2026, Japanese authorities reported a significant escalation in specialized fraud. National Police Agency statistics through July 2026 show total damages reached 210.8 billion yen, an increase of 63.2 billion yen

Regional cultural and seasonal events in Japan

23 clusters · 55 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Various regional festivals and community events scheduled across Japan

Various cultural, seasonal, and regional events are scheduled across Japan for late 2026 and early 2027. In Tokyo, Lotte will host the “Yukimi Daifuku Minna de Otsukimi-kai” at the Shinjuku Sumitomo Building from Septemb

Autumn seasonal transitions and festivals in Japan

22 clusters · 56 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Autumn festivals and events scheduled across Japan

In Japan, the transition to autumn is characterized by changing climate perceptions and the continuation of seasonal floral and cultural traditions. In Hiroshima, residents have reported a diminishing sense of the season

Japan demographic shift: aging population and shrinking size

10 clusters · 149 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Japan government launches meetings to develop population strategy

Japan is experiencing a significant demographic shift characterized by increasing longevity and a shrinking total population. As of September 2026, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare reported that the number of c

Japanese local elections and political shifts

4 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Tokashiki Village mayoral election to feature two candidates

Local elections and political transitions continue across several Japanese prefectures. In Shiga Prefecture, the Kusatsu mayoral election on October 18 featured four candidates: Shiori Tanaka, Takanori Shirai (endorsed b

Fraud incidents in Japan

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Aiso, Japan, police arrest man for impersonating officer to scam elderly woman

Recent reports indicate various fraudulent schemes targeting individuals in Japan. In Shizuoka Prefecture, a man in his 20s lost approximately 15,000 yen after being deceived by a smartphone message claiming he had won a

Japanese archaeological exhibitions

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Museums in Shiga and Tochigi host archaeological exhibitions

Various archaeological sites and museums across Japan have announced special exhibitions focusing on ancient history. In Miyazaki Prefecture, the Saitobaru Archaeological Museum is hosting an exhibition titled ‘Hyuga n

Japanese school bullying and truancy policy response

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Japanese municipalities implement measures to prevent bullying-related suicides

Japan is implementing new guidelines and local measures to address school bullying and student truancy. Recent developments include new reporting requirements in Sapporo, where the Board of Education mandates investigati

Panasonic perovskite solar cell development

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Panasonic and Aiko Solar advance next-generation solar technologies

Panasonic Holdings has announced plans to begin full-scale mass production of its ‘ENEFACE’ glass-type perovskite solar cells in April 2029. This production timeline represents a one-year acceleration from the company’s

Fatal traffic accidents in Japan

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Fatal traffic accidents reported in Otsu and Akita

Multiple fatal traffic accidents have been reported across various regions in Japan. Initial reports detailed several incidents, including a fatal rear-end collision on the Shin-Tomei Expressway in Aichi Prefecture, a co

80th National Sports Festival in Aomori

18 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Aomori hosts closing ceremony for 80th National Sports Festival

The 80th National Sports Festival, ‘Ao no Kirameki Aomori Kokuspo’, commenced with pre-period competitions on September 3, 2026. Early results included Megumi Komine securing the host prefecture’s first victory in adult

Atsumi Harasawa elected Mayor of Yokohama

11 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Atsumi Harasawa elected mayor of Yokohama

The mayoral vacancy in Yokohama, triggered by the resignation of Takeharu Yamanaka, has been resolved with the election of Atsumi Harasawa. Yamanaka resigned in late August following a third-party investigation that co

Japanese retail sector expansion

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Watts Co., Ltd. opens three new retail stores across Japan

In late September and early October 2026, several Japanese retail companies announced expansions and new store openings. Awashimado, a confectionery manufacturer, scheduled the relocation and reopening of its store with

Regional revitalization initiatives in Japan

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Regional Japanese initiatives revitalize agriculture and sake production

Regional revitalization efforts in Japan are being driven by diverse community-led initiatives focused on social recovery and traditional industry sustainability. In some areas, students are leading local development pr

Kusatsu local elections in Shiga Prefecture

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Kusatsu mayoral election announced with four new candidates

Local elections in Kusatsu, Shiga Prefecture, have been announced for October 18. The electoral cycle includes a Shiga Prefectural Assembly by-election to fill two vacant seats in the Kusatsu City constituency, with thre