Earthquake of 6.1 magnitude jolts Japan's Iwate prefecture

Apr 01, 2024

The epicentre of the earthquke was northern coastal part of Iwate Prefecture, the agency said, adding that a tsunami warning had not been issued.

Nissei promotes soft ice cream with muscat cider in Tohoku region

Oct 21, 2021

Rikuzentakata [Japan], October 21 : Takatamatsubara Memorial Park for Tsunami disaster is located in Rikuzentakata city of Iwate Prefecture.

5.6 magnitude earthquake hits off Japan's northeast, no tsunami threat

Mar 19, 2022

Tokyo [Japan], March 19 : An earthquake of magnitude 5.6 jolted northeastern Japan prefecture of Iwate late Friday, however, there is no threat of...

Amid ageing population, Japan's famed 'Naked man' festival held one last time

Feb 18, 2024

Amid growing concerns over an ageing population and declining childbirths, a weird Japanese festival that features almost-naked men fighting over a hemp bag filled...

Japan: Miyako fish market in Iwate attracting buyers and sellers

Jan 12, 2024

Miyako Fish Market was badly damaged after the tsunami. Now, a newly renovated market has got ready for digital gear. Sellers are using tablets...

Japan: Miyako fish market in Iwate once again attracts buyers and sellers

Feb 13, 2024

The newly renovated Miyako Fish Market in Japan's Iwate has been gathering attention for digital gear as sellers are using tablets to collect and...