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Japan tremors raise fears of overdue megaquake killing 199,000

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Authorities are urging residents to review evacuation plans as simulations suggest a ‘maximum-class’ winter night quake could trap thousands.Earthquake · Miyako Read Article

"Don't Forget to Stand up," Says Pitcher Yusei Kikuchi at the Essay Award Ceremony (Kyodo News)

The award ceremony for the "Iwate Book Review Contest" (sponsored by the Iwate Nippo newspaper and others), in which Yusei Kikuchi, a pitcher for the Los Angeles Angels in the US major leagues and a known book lover from Morioka City, helped as a judge, was held in the city on the 14th.Yusei Kikuchi · Morioka Read Article

NHK Drama Actress Non Creates Kokeshi-Shaped Lanterns to Ward Off Cold in Iwate Pref.

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Visitors to Kuji, Iwate Prefecture, can enjoy a special exhibition featuring kokeshi doll-shaped lanterns created by actress-cum-artist Non.Kuji · Kuji Read Article

Greater Victoria School District - Victoria Secondary Students Return from Sister City in Japan

Victoria International Education organized a group of 7 students to visit Morioka for a cultural and educational experience.During November 16 to 22, seven high school students from within the Gre. . .Morioka · Morioka Read Article

Iwate Prefecture Applies Disaster Relief Act to 12 Cities and Towns (Kyodo News)

On the 9th, Iwate Prefecture announced that it had decided to apply the Disaster Relief Act to 12 cities, towns, and villages, including Kuji City, following the earthquake that recorded a seismic intensity of 5+ in the prefecture. The application will take effect on the 8th.Kuji · Kuji Read Article

BREAKING NEWS: 70-centimeter tsunami observed in Iwate Pref. after M7.6 quake

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BREAKING NEWS: 70-centimeter tsunami observed in Iwate Pref. after M7.6 quakeRead full story hereIwate · Iwate Read Article

Jr East Considers New Steam Locomotive Tourist Train, Aiming to Start Operation in Iwate in 2029 (Kyodo News)

On the 3rd, JR East announced that it is considering operating a new tourist train using a steam locomotive (SL) between Morioka and Ichinoseki on the Tohoku Line in Iwate Prefecture. The company aims to start operating the special train from spring 2029 onwards, and is working with local governments and tourism organizations along the line to consider the operation system and services.Morioka · Morioka Read Article

15-year-old boy arrested for stabbing man in the back on street in Iwate

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Police in Kitakami City, Iwate Prefecture, have arrested a 15-year-old junior high school boy on suspicion of attempted murder after he stabbed a 36-year-old man as he walked…Iwate · Iwate Read Article

Fermenstation and Iwate University explore fermentation for healthcare

Japanese bio-manufacturing startup Fermenstation Co., Ltd. announced it will begin a joint research project with Iwate University. The collaboration aims to identify new healthcare applications for materials created by upcycling unused biomass through fermentation. Fermenstation specialises in using proprietary fermentation technology to regenerate unused resources, such as food production residues and pomace, into high-value materials. The new …Startups · Iwate Read Article

"The Price Is Weird" "I Wonder if They Forgot the Zero" - Internet Users Shocked by Iwate Fishmonger's "Price Hike" on Huge Crabs | J-Town Net

Crab season has arrived. Just the thought of crab makes my heart flutter. If I had a few red, boiled crab legs, I'd lose myself in silent devouring. On November 10, 2025, I was drawn to a certain post by "X." It was from the "Araki Fresh Fish Shop" account... Continue reading on "J-Town Net"Iwate · Iwate Read Article

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Japan tremors raise fears of overdue megaquake killing 199,000

"Don't Forget to Stand up," Says Pitcher Yusei Kikuchi at the Essay Award Ceremony (Kyodo News)

NHK Drama Actress Non Creates Kokeshi-Shaped Lanterns to Ward Off Cold in Iwate Pref.

Greater Victoria School District - Victoria Secondary Students Return from Sister City in Japan

Iwate Prefecture Applies Disaster Relief Act to 12 Cities and Towns (Kyodo News)

BREAKING NEWS: 70-centimeter tsunami observed in Iwate Pref. after M7.6 quake

Jr East Considers New Steam Locomotive Tourist Train, Aiming to Start Operation in Iwate in 2029 (Kyodo News)

15-year-old boy arrested for stabbing man in the back on street in Iwate

Fermenstation and Iwate University explore fermentation for healthcare

"The Price Is Weird" "I Wonder if They Forgot the Zero" - Internet Users Shocked by Iwate Fishmonger's "Price Hike" on Huge Crabs | J-Town Net

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Japan tremors raise fears of overdue megaquake killing 199,000

"Don't Forget to Stand up," Says Pitcher Yusei Kikuchi at the Essay Award Ceremony (Kyodo News)

NHK Drama Actress Non Creates Kokeshi-Shaped Lanterns to Ward Off Cold in Iwate Pref.

Greater Victoria School District - Victoria Secondary Students Return from Sister City in Japan

Iwate Prefecture Applies Disaster Relief Act to 12 Cities and Towns (Kyodo News)

BREAKING NEWS: 70-centimeter tsunami observed in Iwate Pref. after M7.6 quake

Jr East Considers New Steam Locomotive Tourist Train, Aiming to Start Operation in Iwate in 2029 (Kyodo News)

15-year-old boy arrested for stabbing man in the back on street in Iwate

Fermenstation and Iwate University explore fermentation for healthcare

"The Price Is Weird" "I Wonder if They Forgot the Zero" - Internet Users Shocked by Iwate Fishmonger's "Price Hike" on Huge Crabs | J-Town Net

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