Deep Dive
Why is there concern about the weather during the year-end and New Year holidays in Japan?
Heavy snowfall is expected, particularly on the Japan Sea side of eastern and western Japan, starting around December 29. This could lead to traffic disruptions and other complications during the holiday season.
What are the expected snowfall amounts in various regions of Japan?
In the next 24 hours, Niigata is expected to receive up to 80 cm of snow, Gifu 60 cm, Hokuriku and Nagano 50 cm, Kinki 40 cm, northern Kyushu 20 cm, and Shikoku 15 cm.
How has the influenza situation in Japan changed recently?
The number of influenza patients reported per medical institution reached 42.66, the highest in the past 10 years for this period. The total number of patients reported in one week was 211,049, more than double the previous week.
What measures are recommended for travelers during the influenza season?
Travelers should check their temperature and symptoms like cough or sore throat before departure. It’s also advised to identify nearby medical institutions at their destination and carry common medications like antipyretics and cough suppressants.
What is the total amount of Japan's general account budget for the next fiscal year?
The general account budget for the next fiscal year is 115.5415 trillion yen, surpassing the previous year's budget and marking the largest budget in history.
What are the key areas of expenditure in Japan's next fiscal year budget?
Social security expenses account for 38.2778 trillion yen, defense-related expenses are 8.6691 trillion yen, and national debt servicing costs are 28.2179 trillion yen, which is nearly a quarter of the total budget.
What is the significance of the impeachment trial of South Korea's President Yoon Suk-yeol?
The impeachment trial began following a parliamentary vote, marking a significant political event. President Yoon's legal team has indicated he will attend the trial to present his case, while the trial itself focuses on allegations of constitutional violations.
What was the impact of Osamu Suzuki's leadership on Suzuki Motor Corporation?
Osamu Suzuki led Suzuki Motor Corporation for over 40 years, transforming it into a global manufacturer. He expanded overseas operations, particularly in India, and grew the company's annual sales from 300 billion yen to over 3 trillion yen.
What is the controversy surrounding Kawasaki Heavy Industries and the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force?
Kawasaki Heavy Industries created slush funds through fictitious transactions, using approximately 1.7 billion yen over six years to provide goods and services to submarine crew members. The company has been reprimanded, and disciplinary actions against involved crew members are being considered.
What is the status of the U.S. military base relocation in Okinawa?
The Japanese government plans to begin ground improvement work on soft seabed areas in Henoko, Okinawa, as part of the relocation of the U.S. Marine Corps' Futenma Air Station. This marks the first such deep-sea ground improvement project in Japan.
- 日本海側を中心に大雪の予報
- 新潟県で80cm、岐阜県で60cmの積雪予想
- 交通機関への影響、通行止め可能性あり
- 気象情報や交通情報の確認を呼びかけ