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Sumo: Yokozuna Onosato performs ring-entering ritual in quake-hit Kumamoto: Yokozuna Onosato, who is aiming for back-to-back championships at the upcoming Kyushu ...
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Disaster management minister visits areas in Kumamoto affected by July quake: Goshi Hosono called on the central government to support local governments while ...
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Ninety-six percent of the sites where liquefaction occurred amid strong shaking during the 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake experienced the same phenomenon during ... Show more
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'WHAT I WANT IS JUSTICE FOR MY PET' Several pet owners, including the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) and the Animal Kingdom Foundation (AKE) ... Show more
JAPAN Forward Nov 03
The Emperor's Enduring Role in Standing Alongside the People: After the Kumamoto quake, the Emperor met survivors at eye level, carrying on his father's ...
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Nahyan Bin Mubarak graces Ajman University charity gala: Under the patronage of Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman ...
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Some kochias close to mountains near the Asobo no Sato Kugino michinoeki roadside station in Minami-Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture, have begun to turn red ... Show more
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ONE OF THE FUR PARENT OF THE BURIED DOG'S REMAINS, SPEAKS Jilbrick Cuya, from Pasay City, immediately headed to San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan, this Saturday ... Show more
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INTERVIEW: Focus on journalism behind major magazine's digital shift: publisher head
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While reconstruction efforts have been progressing since a powerful earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture in July, more than 1 ... Show more
Over 1,000 still in shelters three months after Kumamoto quake
Over 1,000 still in shelters three months after Kumamoto quake
english.kyodonews.net Oct 28
Over 1,000 still in shelters 3 months after M7.1 quake hit Kumamoto: More than 1,000 people are still taking shelter in evacuation centers, awaiting temporary ...
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Over 1,000 still in shelters three months after Kumamoto quake: The prefectural government has announced draft plans to rebuild the daily lives of affected ...
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Raised on sake byproducts, Takamori cattle produce richly marbled beef that only a handful of U.S. restaurants have secured at auction 🐄 | Read more at the ... Show more
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Hot spring resort in Japan's Kumamoto Pref. turns to outside dining to ease labor shortages - The Mainichi
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english.kyodonews.net Oct 24
112-year-old miso producer seeks to rebuild after Kumamoto quake: A 112-year-old family-run miso producer in southwestern Japan is seeking to rebuild after a ...
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Paid articlePaywall A newly erected stone statue of Kumamon, the promotional mascot of Kumamoto Prefecture, in central Kumamoto City was unveiled to the public on Saturday.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg
The Japan Times Oct 22
¥4 billion in lottery proceeds to go to quake-hit Kumamoto: The money will be used for reconstruction projects in areas damaged by the powerful July 28 temblor.
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'YOU'LL HATE WHEN THERE'S A GHOST' 🫣🐾 WATCH: A pet owner from Baliuag City, Bulacan, asked their aspin, Blacky ... Show more
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JR Kyushu lines fully restored 74 days after Kumamoto quake in late July - The Mainichi
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english.kyodonews.net Oct 13
All railway services hit by July quake in southwestern Japan quake restored: All railway operations affected by a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern ...
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Paid articlePaywall Following a massive earthquake that struck Kumamoto Prefecture in Japan in July, even less-affected tourist spots in the prefecture have been suffering from a ... Show more
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english.kyodonews.net Oct 06
Japan's Kumamoto gov., mascot Kumamon thank Taiwan for quake aid: Kumamoto Gov. Takashi Kimura and the southwestern Japanese prefecture's popular mascot Kumamon ...
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Japan to launch ¥5 billion fund for quake-hit businesses in Kumamoto: Japan will establish a public-private fund worth up to 5 billion yen to help businesses ...
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Hot spring resort in Japan's Kumamoto Pref. turns to outside dining to ease labor shortages - The Mainichi
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Imperial couple visit Kumamoto earthquake victims, evacueesImperial couple visit Kumamoto earthquake victims, evacuees | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
The Japan Times Sep 28
Over 1,500 still in shelters two months after Kumamoto quake: A total of 182 emergency temporary housing units have been established in 10 complexes in Kumamoto ...
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The Japan Times Sep 25
Emperor and empress to visit quake-hit Kumamoto: The imperial couple will visit areas in the cities of Yatsushiro and Uki and the town of Hikawa ...
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The Japan Times Sep 20
The 6-kilometer section between Hitoyoshi Onsen Station and Higo Nishinomura Station reopened after restoration work. 👉 Public-private railway fully reopens in Kumamoto six years after flooding
Full Shinkansen services resume in Kumamoto following quakeFull Shinkansen services resume in Kumamoto following quake | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
Service on the Kyushu Shinkansen line fully resumed Friday, 52 days after a powerful earthquake hit Kumamoto Prefecture in July and caused major disruptions ... Show more
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JAPAN Forward Sep 21
Kyushu Shinkansen Restores Full Service 52 Days After Kumamoto Earthquake: Reduced speeds and fewer trains remain in place, while the government plans a travel ...
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Taiwan hands Japan $9.4 mil in public donations for Kumamoto quake: Taiwan's Foreign Ministry on Thursday presented more than NT$300 million ($9 ...
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english.kyodonews.net Sep 09
Snack maker Koikeya launches chips to support Kumamoto quake recovery: Confectionery maker Koike-Ya Inc. said Wednesday it will sell potato chips flavored with ...
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Paid articlePaywall Disinformation focused on Islamophobic claims, such as that Muslims were receiving preferential treatment for meals at evacuation centers ... Show more
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The Japan Times Sep 09
Manga artist launches crowdfunding campaign for Kumamoto: Manga artist Tetsuya Chiba is calling for support via crowdfunding for the delivery of temporary ...
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Hop aboard a propeller plane painted like a dolphin that transports passengers to and from Kumamoto’s Amakusa Islands.🎥 ⬇️Journeys on the "Mizoca" Propeller Plane - Document 72 Hours | NHK WORLD-JAPAN Document 72 Hours
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'Everyone is having a hard time': Kumamoto quake evacuees face ongoing struggle - The Mainichi
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Earthquake disrupts tourism across southwest Japan, even in areas left unscathed - The Mainichi
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english.kyodonews.net Aug 25
Taiwan donations for Kumamoto quake victims top $9.4 million: More than NT$300 million ($9.4 million) had been raised through a dedicated bank account set up by ...
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The Star-Ledger Aug 23
5.9 earthquake shakes eastern Japan, including Tokyo; Here’s what we know: Last month, a magnitude 7.1 quake struck the Kumamoto area.
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A security camera captured the moment a huge crack appeared in a rice paddy in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, when the massive Kumamoto earthquake struck ... Show more
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OpinionEditorial: Sustained support is essential 1 month after Kumamoto earthquake - The Mainichi
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Sumo: Worries linger for Yoshinofuji after Kumamoto home destroyed: Komusubi Yoshinofuji revealed that his family home has been deemed "completely ...
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Paid articlePaywall What recovery measures is Japan planning after Kumamoto quake, Chiba rain disaster? - The Mainichi
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Over 2,000 remain in shelters 1 month after Kumamoto quake - The Mainichi: KUMAMOTO, Japan (Kyodo) -- More than 2,000 people remained in evacuation centers ...
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Japan ends rescue operation at a mall that collapsed after strong quake: TOKYO - Authorities ended a massive days long search-and-rescue operation Saturday (Aug ...
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Key FactsPowerful Quake Rocks Kumamoto Shopping Mall
Jul 28, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck southern Kumamoto, causing partial collapse of a shopping mall and a highway bridge.
- More than 50 individuals were injured, including passengers on a high-speed train during the quake.
- Firefighters faced difficulties entering the mall's ground floor due to structural instability, delaying rescue efforts.
- Power outages affected over 46,000 households, while the nearby Sendai nuclear plant remained undamaged.
english.kyodonews.net Aug 21
"Instant Houses" provide shelter to victims in quake-stricken Kumamoto: In quake-stricken Kumamoto Prefecture in southwestern Japan, rows of pointed dome-like ...
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Paid articlePaywall Twisted tracks, fallen poles keep Kumamoto rail link out of serviceTwisted tracks, fallen poles keep Kumamoto rail link out of service | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
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Many foreigners have hard time obtaining disaster info in Kumamoto quake: Many foreigners in Kumamoto Prefecture may have had difficulty in obtaining information ...
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Paid articlePaywall Many challenges face evacuees in Kumamoto Prefecture following Tuesday’s magnitude 7.1 earthquake, as seen in photos taken by The Yomiuri Shimbun.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg
Quake-hit Kumamoto Pref. cheers local Ariake High after inspiring Koshien baseball run - The Mainichi
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The Japan Times Aug 25
Laundry businesses in quake-hit Kumamoto wash evacuees’ clothes for free: The Disaster Sentaku Assistance Team, a volunteer network launched after the 2024 Noto ...
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The Japan Times Aug 18
Kumamoto struggling to assist those not at designated shelters who need help: How to deliver relief supplies, health consultation services and other support ...
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Kumamoto Castle reopens after safety checks following M7.1 quake - The Mainichi: KUMAMOTO, Japan (Kyodo) -- Kumamoto Castle reopened to visitors Thursday ...
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Key FactsKumamoto Castle set to reopen after quake
Aug 13, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mainichi.jp
- The city said on Tuesday that the reopening was planned.
- Kumamoto Castle is expected to reopen to visitors later this week.
- The reopening is to take place two weeks after a magnitude-7.1 earthquake.
- The earthquake struck southwestern Japan.
Video captures moment fault ruptures ground in KumamotoVideo captures moment fault ruptures ground in Kumamoto | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
The Japan Times Aug 17
Authorities shift focus to evacuees’ prolonged displacement after Kumamoto quake: Initial response during the month after a disaster is essential for mitigating ...
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Kumamon, the bear-like mascot for Kumamoto Prefecture, resumed its activities on Sunday, visiting an elementary school that has been serving as an evacuation ... Show more
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Japan local officials urge disaster victims not to toss out damaged pieces of local heritage - The Mainichi
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Kumamoto quake: Language assistance available for foreign nationals
Officials in quake-hit Kumamoto Prefecture say a telephone interpretation service is ... Show more
Fake troops loot earthquake-hit homes in Japan’s Kumamoto: Impostors dressed in military fatigues are reportedly prowling abandoned properties ...
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A video showing medical staff shielding their patient as a powerful earthquake struck southern Japan during surgery has gone viral ... Show more
A wedding dress that was never worn in life was displayed at the funeral of a woman killed in the explosion that occurred at the Aeon Mall Kumamoto shopping ... Show more
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Student who escaped mall explosion after Kumamoto quake urges youths to pursue peace - The Mainichi
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Kumamoto castle stands tall after quake, reopens to eager crowdsKumamoto castle stands tall after quake, reopens to eager crowds | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
Volcanic alert level raised for Mt. Aso in Kumamoto, no links to July quake - The Mainichi
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Authorities have said that search and rescue operations have concluded at the damaged Aeon Mall Kumamoto shopping center in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg
Japan fireworks event honors Kumamoto quake victims with white chrysanthemums - The Mainichi
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Japan researchers confirm 33-kilometer surface rupture after Kumamoto quake - The Mainichi
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How Japan Minimized Deaths from a Major Earthquake: After deadly tremors a decade ago, Kumamoto built earthquake-resistant buildings and even trained locals in ...
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JAPAN Forward Aug 07
Defense Ministry-Chartered Ferry Offers Baths and Medical Care in Kumamoto: The ferry is supporting residents affected by the July 28 earthquake ...
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JAPAN Forward Aug 08
Kumamoto Residents Face Long Road to Recovery: Many evacuees remain in shelters as residents mourn those lost in the magnitude-7.1 earthquake and work to restore ...
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Numerous rescue operations are underway in Kumamoto following the powerful earthquake. At least 50 people were injured. 🇯🇵🚨
Kumamoto quake tears open earth along known Hinagu fault lineKumamoto quake tears open earth along known Hinagu fault line | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
Kumamoto Castle reopened to the public Thursday following a closure due to the massive earthquake that hit Kumamoto Prefecture.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg
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Takaichi pledges aid during visit to quake-hit KumamotoTakaichi pledges aid during visit to quake-hit Kumamoto | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
JAPAN Forward Aug 07
Convenience Stores Reopen After Kumamoto Quake, Helping Relief Efforts: Major chains restored operations after 200 stores closed, providing access to daily ...
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