Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

EXPLAINED: The japan meteorological agency | Vintage Vibes

Magnitude 6.0 earthquake hits Japan's Hokkaido hours after 5.9 magnitude quake injures over 40 near Tokyo

Japan was hit by two earthquakes on Sunday, including a 6.0-magnitude quake off northern Hokkaido late in the evening, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. No tsunami warning was issued.

The Economic Times

Japan earthquake injures 37, disrupts trains and ruptures water pipe in Tokyo

A moderate earthquake struck eastern Japan early Sunday morning. At least thirty-seven people sustained injuries from panic and falls. Train services experienced disruptions, and a water pipe ruptured in Tokyo. Authorities confirmed no tsunami threat and no issues at nuclear facilities. Residents are advised to remain cautious of possible aftershocks.

The Economic Times

Moderate earthquake shakes Japan, injuring more than 30 people in Tokyo region

A moderate earthquake struck eastern Japan early Sunday morning. Over thirty individuals sustained injuries, mostly minor, from the seismic event. The quake, with a magnitude of 5.9, caused disruptions to train services. Officials confirmed no tsunami danger and no nuclear facility anomalies. The government established a task force to assess…

The Economic Times

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Magnitude 5.9 earthquake strikes Japan’s Tokyo region injuring at least 37

Japan Meteorological Agency urges residents to use caution against another possible moderate earthquake for about a week

The Independent UK

A moderate earthquake shakes Japan, injuring more than 30 people in the Tokyo region

A moderate earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.9 has rattled eastern Japan, including the Tokyo area, but no tsunami warning was issued

The Independent UK

Powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake hits southern Japan; tsunami warning issued

Get breaking news anytime, anywhere. Download the TOI app now!

The Times of India

Japan's 7.1 quake leaves 50+ injured, several feared dead; tsunami warning lifted

A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Japan, triggering a tsunami warning. Thousands of homes lost power, and roads and buildings sustained significant damage. Multiple people were trapped and presumed dead inside a collapsed shopping mall. Authorities deployed soldiers to assist with disaster recovery efforts in the affected region. Residents…

The Economic Times

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Japan cities 'cruelly hot' for first time

Japanese cities are experiencing "cruelly hot days", a new meteorological term devised this year to warn people of intense heat above 40C, with heatstroke alerts issued across almost the whole country. Three central cities on Tuesday logged scorching heat above the threshold, called "kokushobi" which translates to "cruelly hot day",…

The Economic Times

Japan records its first ‘cruelly hot day’ as cities swelter in 40-degree heat

In April Japan coined term kokushobi for days above 40C as country advises workers to wear shorts to the office to cope with stifling heat

The Guardian - AU

Since the 1960s, every day at exactly 5 p.m., Japan plays the same melody to quietly test its nationwide disaster warning system

Japan plays music daily as a disaster warning system test. This system, Bosai Musen, alerts citizens to potential earthquakes and typhoons. Different localities use unique tunes, often traditional folk songs or town anthems. While some find the broadcasts a nuisance, they are a vital preparedness measure. This integration of preparedness…

The Times of India

Earthquake today: 6.1 magnitude quake hits Japan, Meteorological Agency warns of more quakes may follow, will Mount Fuji erupt?

Earthquake today: Japan is prone to quakes and tsunami. A series of quakes have hit lately, including a 7.2 magnitude quake that struck on Thursday in the area close to Sunday's quake.

The Economic Times

Confirmation of El Niño Weather Pattern Lifts Coffee Prices

July arabica coffee (KCN26 ) on Wednesday closed up +4.00 (+1.64%), and July ICE robusta coffee (RMN26 ) closed up +61 (+1.85%). Coffee prices settled sharply higher on Wednesday as short covering emerged after the Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed an El Niño weather pattern had formed across the equatorial Pacific....

Barchart

Coffee Prices Push Higher on Confirmation of El Niño

July arabica coffee (KCN26 ) today is up +4.55 (+1.86%), and July ICE robusta coffee (RMN26 ) is up +60 (+1.82%). Coffee prices are sharply higher today as short covering emerged after the Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed an El Niño weather pattern had formed across the equatorial Pacific, setting the...

Barchart

Japan’s southernmost region of Okinawa braces for Typhoon Jangmi

The tropical storm, sweeping through the southernmost Japanese prefecture of Okinawa, is expected to head towards Amami Oshima island on Tuesday.

Euronews

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Times of India

Magnitude 5.9 earthquake strikes Japan’s Kagoshima

A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck Japan’s Kagoshima Prefecture on Wednesday, registering an intensity of upper 5 on Japan’s seismic scale of 0 to 7. The Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed the quake’s epicentre near Okinawa Main Island, as reported by Japanese public broadcaster NHK. No tsunami warning has been issued.

The Economic Times

Magnitude 6.3 earthquake hits northern Japan

A strong 6.3 magnitude earthquake shook northern Japan on Friday. The tremor occurred in Pacific waters off Miyagi prefecture. No tsunami warning was issued by the Japan Meteorological Agency. There were no immediate reports of damage. Nuclear power plants in Miyagi and Fukushima reported no abnormalities. Bullet train services were…

International Business Times UK

Hokkaido Earthquake Update: 6.1 Quake Strikes Japan As Authorities Assess Coastal Tsunami Warning Status

A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Hokkaido, Japan, causing significant tremors but no tsunami threat. Authorities are conducting safety checks, and the Japan Meteorological Agency monitors for aftershocks.

The Independent UK

Is it safe to travel to Japan? Latest advice after deadly earthquake disrupts flights and trains

A 6.8 magnitude quake struck Kumamoto Prefecture on Tuesday

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

International Business Times UK

Japan Earthquake: 6.9-Magnitude Tremor Sparks Pacific Coast Evacuations, Causes Revealed

Japan lifted tsunami warnings after a 6.9-magnitude quake, but evacuations and fears of further tremors continue along the Pacific coast.

The Independent UK

Japan earthquake live: Tsunami alert lifted after 6.9-magnitude tremor prompts evacuations along Pacific coast

Details on damage and injuries from the new quake weren’t immediately clear

The Independent UK

Is it safe to travel to Japan after recent earthquakes?

Japan is asking those in affected areas to be on high alert for at least a week

The Independent UK

Japan earthquake live updates: Megaquake warning issued along 800-mile coastline after 7.5-magnitude tremor

The warning covers approximately 800 miles (1,300 kilometres) from Chiba to Hokkaido

International Business Times UK

Incredible Footage Shows Japan's Highly Active Sakurajima Volcano Erupting In A Colossal 4,400-Meter Ash Blast

Japan's Sakurajima volcano erupts with a 4,400m ash plume, triggering ashfall warnings, flight disruptions and renewed monitoring across Kagoshima and Kyushu.

Evening Standard

Tsunami warning issued as Japan hit by 6.9 magnitude earthquake

The Japan Meteorological Agency reported a 6.9 magnitude quake in southwestern Japan and issued a tsunami warning that was later called off.

Evening Standard

Japan: Tens of thousands ordered to evacuate after flooding in Ishikawa region

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued the highest level of alert

1 2

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

The Japan Meteorological Agency

34 stories

Jiji Press

28 stories

Japan Meteorological Agency

25 stories

Atlas Obscura

10 stories

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.