Osaka Gas has commenced commercial operations at the No.1 unit of its new 1.25- GW Himeji gas-fired power plant, located in ...

This file photo shows the sign for the Hyogo Prefectural Police headquarters. (Mainichi) KOBE -- The number of Hyogo Prefectural Police officers who faced disciplinary action in 2025 reached a total ...

Hagi in Yamaguchi Prefecture is dotted with volcanoes. Their volcanic rock was used to shape the townscape, and the area's unique clay and soil fostered its pottery tradition and citrus cultivation.

SAPPORO—Organizers unveiled the upcoming Sapporo Snow Festival’s lineup of giant winter sculptures on Dec. 12 that will include a famous castle and a “Star Wars” creation. A total of 210 snow and ice ...

KOBE -- The number of Hyogo Prefectural Police officers who faced disciplinary action in 2025 reached a total of 48, the highest figure in the past decade for which records are available. This year, a ...

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