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Japan Times
3 days ago
- General
- Japan Times
Miyazaki elected Wakayama governor for first time
Former Deputy Wakayama Gov. Izumi Miyazaki won Sunday's gubernatorial election in the prefecture, defeating his rival, Michiko Matsuzaka. Miyazaki, 66, was elected Wakayama governor for the first time, succeeding Shuhei Kishimoto, who died in April at the age of 68. Running as an independent candidate, Miyazaki was backed by the Liberal Democratic Party, the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, the Democratic Party for the People and Komeito. He garnered 250,454 votes, trouncing Matsuzaka, a 68-year-old candidate of the Japanese Communist Party, who collected 47,215 votes. Voter turnout stood at 39.86%, the same as in the previous Wakayama gubernatorial election in 2022. Miyazaki received endorsements from various organizations as well as ruling and opposition parties. During his campaigning, he pledged to uphold the prefectural administration promoted by the late former governor. He also touted his administrative experience as a former prefectural government official and appealed for the expansion of child care support measures and disaster prevention and mitigation measures, garnering broad support. Matsuzaka had advocated a prefectural government that would help people's lives by raising the minimum wage and reducing consumption tax, but failed to attract enough votes.
NHK
25-05-2025
- NHK
Final day of outdoor display of pandas at Japanese zoo before transfer to China
Visitors flocked to a theme park in western Japan on Sunday for the last opportunity to get an up-close look at four giant pandas that are set to be transferred to China. The four female pandas at the park in the town of Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, are scheduled to be sent to China on June 28, as the contract of a joint project is set to expire in August. Sunday is the last day for visitors to be able to see the pandas outdoors. The pandas will then be on view to the public only at glass-enclosed indoor facilities from Monday through June 27, one day before their scheduled departure. A woman in her 20s said that she was close enough to hear the animals munching bamboo, so she felt sad that no one would be able to see them outdoors again. She added that she would like to visit again to see the pandas through glass, before they are sent to China.
NHK
12-05-2025
- NHK
Wakayama: The Cradle of Japan's Flavors - Journeys in Japan
Wakayama is famous for shoyu, miso and umeboshi—staples in Japanese cuisine. In this episode, Shizuka Anderson meets artisans and farmers who make them, savors their distinctive flavors, and even gets to make her own. Visit Yuasa shoyu to learn first-hand about traditional shoyu brewing methods in Yuasa, said to be the birthplace of shoyu. Don't miss out on this side dish or an accompaniment to rice. This local specialty has been around in Wakayama for over 500 years. Delight in the area's umeboshi. Wakayama Prefecture is Japan's leading producer of the pickled ume fruit. From Tokyo, it takes about one hour and 10 minutes by plane to Kansai International Airport. From there, it's about 90-minutes on local trains to Yuasa.
CNN
06-05-2025
- Politics
- CNN
Catholic group distributing dossier ahead of conclave
Catholic group distributing dossier ahead of conclave CNN's Chris Lamb reports on a dossier that is being distributed in Vatican City ahead of the conclave, by a conservative catholic group that some say is trying to influence the election of the new pope. 01:50 - Source: CNN Automated CNN Shorts 11 videos Catholic group distributing dossier ahead of conclave CNN's Chris Lamb reports on a dossier that is being distributed in Vatican City ahead of the conclave, by a conservative catholic group that some say is trying to influence the election of the new pope. 01:50 - Source: CNN Explosions heard, India launches attack against Pakistan India says it's launched a military operation against Pakistan, citing 'terrorist infrastructure' in both Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir, in a major escalation of tensions between the two neighbors. In video shared by Reuters, multiple loud explosions could be heard in the city of Muzaffarabad. 00:32 - Source: CNN Now your toddler can study abroad in Japan Three-year-old Australian girl Kinga doesn't speak Japanese, but that hasn't stopped her from thriving in a tiny town in southern Japan's Wakayama Prefecture. Her family, part of a growing number of digital nomads, joined a preschool exchange that's giving them an immersive, kid-first window into Japanese culture. 01:32 - Source: CNN Germany formally appoints new chancellor, Friedrich Merz Germany's Friedrich Merz has formally become chancellor at the second attempt, hours after an unprecedented defeat signaled deep discontent within his coalition. In a hastily organized session Tuesday, 325 lawmakers voted to approve his appointment — more than the 316 he required. 00:41 - Source: CNN CNN reporter shows part of disputed territory CNN's International Diplomatic Editor, Nic Robertson, treks through the forest in Pakistani-administered Kashmir, a disputed territory between India and Pakistan as tensions rise between the two countries weeks after a terrorist attack killed 26 civilians in the mountainous Anantnag district. 01:07 - Source: CNN Carney tells Trump: Canada isn't for sale President Donald Trump met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who was elected last week following a campaign overshadowed by Trump's steep tariffs and threats to annex Canada. Both were asked about making Canada the 51st state. 01:04 - Source: CNN Trump and Carney debate tariffs President Donald Trump is hosting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the White House amid historic tensions between both countries. Trump was asked if there is anything Carney can say to change the tariffs placed on Canada. 01:14 - Source: CNN Air traffic controllers tell plane they lost radar Air traffic controllers in Philadelphia were guiding planes to Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey last week when communications suddenly crashed, ultimately cascading into a weeklong meltdown at Newark, one of the nation's largest airports. 02:24 - Source: CNN Van rams motorcycle during road rage incident Police are investigating a hit-and-run after a van rammed into a motorcycle in Beaverton, Oregon. The motorcyclist sustained serious injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital, according to police. 00:30 - Source: CNN CNN reporter shows disputed territory in Kashmir CNN's International Diplomatic Editor, Nic Robertson, treks through the forest in Pakistani-administered Kashmir, a disputed territory between India and Pakistan as tensions rise between the two countries weeks after a terrorist attack killed 26 civilians in the mountainous Anantnag district. 01:07 - Source: CNN Israel launches strikes on Yemen's international airport Israel launched strikes on Yemen's capital Sanaa, according to the Houthi-run al-Masirah TV and the Israeli military, including attacks targeting the city's international airport. CNN's Jeremy Diamond reports. 01:08 - Source: CNN
