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Japan to deploy long-range missiles able to hit North Korea and China

Planned missiles on Kyushu said to be part of ‘counterstrike capabilities’, as fears grow over US security pact

The Guardian - UK

Slow tropical storm dumps heavy rain around Tokyo after causing floods in southern Japan

A slow-moving tropical storm is having a far-reaching impact in much of Japan, dumping heavy rain around Tokyo and flooding roads and riverside areas in the south

The Independent UK

Typhoon Shanshan Barrels Up Japan As Five Reported Dead

Typhoon Shanshan slowly barrelled up the Japanese archipelago Friday, dumping torrential rains and causing transport havoc as its reported death toll reached five.

International Business Times

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Shanshan: Millions told to evacuate as Japan hit by one of strongest typhoons

Strong winds and torrential rain knocked out power and snarled air traffic

Evening Standard

Typhoon Shanshan Hits Southern Japan, Causing Deaths And Damage

Typhoon Shanshan hits southern Japan, causing deaths, injuries, power outages, and warnings of floods and landslides. Disaster Management Minister warns of...

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Dozens injured, power cut as Typhoon Shanshan hits southern Japan

Powerful storm with gusts of up to 216km per hour made landfall near Satsumasendai city in southwestern Kyushu.

Al Jazeera

Typhoon lashes Japan with torrential rain and strong winds on a slow crawl north

A typhoon was lashing southern Japan with torrential rain and strong winds, causing at least three deaths as it started a crawl up the length of the archipelago and raised concerns of flooding, landslides and extensive damage

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Powerful Typhoon Shanshan Slams Into Southern Japan

Typhoon Shanshan slammed into Japan's main southern island of Kyushu early Thursday, with authorities advising thousands of people to evacuate and issuing the highest warning level for wind and storm surges.

International Business Times

Powerful Typhoon Shanshan makes landfall in southern Japan

Injuries were reported in Japan on Thursday after a powerful typhoon made landfall, bringing strong winds and the risk of floods and landslides. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) issued its rare "special warning" for the most violent storms.

France 24

Japan issues emergency warning as Typhoon Shanshan approaches

Authorities on Kyushu and Honshu islands order evacuations and carmaker Toyota suspends operations at 14 plants.

Al Jazeera

Japan prepares for powerful Typhoon Shanshan, affecting transportation and delivery services

Japan is preparing for powerful Typhoon Shanshan, which is threatening to bring heavy rains and strong winds

The Independent UK

Three Missing As 'Extremely Strong' Typhoon Nears Japan

Japan warned Wednesday that an "extremely strong" typhoon bearing down on the main southern island of Kyushu would bring unusually violent storms, as three people remained missing after a landslide.

International Business Times

Typhoon Shanshan Approaching Japan With Heavy Rain And Winds

Typhoon Shanshan approaches Japan with heavy rain and strong winds. Residents advised to take precautions for safety during inclement weather.

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Typhoon Shanshan threatens heavy rain and traffic disruption in southwestern Japan

A powerful typhoon was approaching Japan’s southwestern islands Tuesday, with weather officials cautioning residents against heavy rain and violent winds in the region in the coming days

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Japanese are worried and confused after first-ever megaquake advisory. What does it mean?

Japan issued its first-ever “megaquake advisory” last week after a powerful earthquake struck off the southeastern coast of the country’s southern main island of Kyushu

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Japanese PM Cancels Trip Amid 'Megaquake' Advisory

Japanese PM cancels trip to lead 'megaquake' response after Kyushu quake. Precautionary measures impact summer travelers.

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Powerful Earthquake Strikes Japan's Kyushu Island, Triggers Tsunami Advisory

Magnitude 7.1 earthquake off Japan's Kyushu island triggers tsunami advisory. No major damage reported.

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Japan Invests Billions In Semiconductor Plant To Boost Industry

Japanese Prime Minister's visit to new semiconductor plant in Kyushu underscores country's strategic focus on chip production and strengthening global ties...

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Motorsport

SUPER GT preview show: Spengler talks BMW title prospects

As always, the scenic Kyushu track is set to provide a spectacular backdrop to one of the most important races of the year, with the success ballast halved and the teams facing the unknown of a 450km race around a track that is known for being particularly tough on tyres.

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Photographer David Abrahams captures quiet moments in Japan for his new London show

‘Kyushu’ is a new show from photographer David Abrahams that documents his trip to a town on the Japanese island

The Guardian - AU

‘Heaviest rain ever’ causes deadly floods and landslides in Japan

Mud engulfs houses and cars as island of Kyushu bears brunt of annual rainy season that is worsening with climate change

Motorsport

How Miyata missed clear chance to beat Lawson at Autopolis

Around 15 laps into the 41-lap race at the flowing Kyushu track, Lawson’s decision to pit early looked like it wasn’t going to pay dividends. With the majority of drivers opting to extend their first stints amid fears of heavy tyre degradation, the Mugen driver soon caught up to a…

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Yellow dust observed in central Tokyo

Yellow dust was observed in central Tokyo on Thursday morning for the first time in two years, as a haze from continental Asia continued to drift over a wide area from Kyushu to Hokkaido.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Kyushu's 1922 steam train kicks off final-season run

The SL Hitoyoshi, Kyushu's only sightseeing train pulled by a steam locomotive, has kicked off its final season before the service is discontinued on March 23 next year.

Bangkok Post

The art of kaiseki paired with exclusive flavours of Fukuoka

Unknown to most is that our capital city and Japan’s gateway to Kyushu, Fukuoka, have shared a friendship for 15 years. In honour of this special relationship, head chef Norihisa Maeda at Kinu By Takagi at the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, is taking diners on a culinary journey to Fukuoka this…

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