
Preparing for the Big One: New Earthquake Measures Unveiled for Tokyo Metropolitan Area
April 29, 2016Author: Nippon.com
Categories: In-Depth with Nippon.com
On March 29 the Japanese government rolled out a new emergency response plan in the event of a major earthquake rattling Tokyo and the surrounding metropolitan region. The strategy outlines procedures for mobilizing disaster relief personnel, transporting emergency aid, and other vital measures following a major temblor.
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Sasakawa USA sends condolences, support to Kumamoto
April 27, 2016Categories: In the News, Sasakawa USA Blog
Volunteer efforts are mounting in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, after twin earthquakes on April 14 and 16 razed buildings, triggered landslides, and crippled infrastructure. The magnitude-6.5 and 7.3 quakes killed more than 50 people, injured thousands, and displaced many tens of thousands from their homes as aftershocks in the region continue.
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Signs of recovery lure companies to Japan but obstacles remain
May 29, 2015Author: Nikkei Asian Review
Categories: Daily Japan News
Recent signs of the Japanese economy’s recovery are creating a sunny outlook for investors, though not without reservations.

LDP eyes lifting evacuation orders for some Fukushima municipalities
May 14, 2015Author: Mainichi Shimbun
Categories: Daily Japan News
The LDP is considering lifting evacuation orders in some areas surrounding Fukushima No.1.
Tags: evacuation order, Fukushima, LDP, recovery

Residents in disaster-hit regions unhappy over gov’t plan to end some projects
May 13, 2015Author: Mainichi Shimbun
Categories: Daily Japan News
The residents of several regions hit by disaster have voiced their displeasure at the government’s plan to cut relief programs.
Tags: disaster, government projects, recovery