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Typhoon Jangmi damages parts of Japan’s 17th century Himeji castle

Damage was discovered during routine inspection at 17th-century castle site in Hyogo prefecture

The Independent UK · Jun 5

Hot springs, shrines and sake: This diverse part of Japan is perfect for first-time visitors

Looking for a way to distil the country’s quiet islands and lively cities into one trip, Kinza Shenn explored little-known Hyogo

The Independent UK · Jan 28

Uncle may have organized dumping of Kobe boy's body

KOBE -- The uncle of 6-year-old Nao Hosaka, whose body was found in a suitcase in Kobe on Thursday, is suspected by the Hyogo prefectural police of organizing the disposal of the boy's body, it has been learned.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jun 26, 2023

Rahil Gangjee opens season in Japan with 1-under 70

Hyogo (Japan): Rahil Gangjee had a modest first round of one-under 70 to be placed Tied-60 at the Kansai Open Golf Championship on Thursday.

The Times of India · Apr 14, 2022

COVID-19 measures to be extended in 6 prefs

The government plans to extend quasi-emergency priority measures in Tokyo, Osaka, Aichi, Hyogo, Kanagawa and Kyoto prefectures for about another two weeks, according to sources.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Mar 2, 2022

COVID-19 measures to be extended in 6 Japanese prefectures

The government plans to extend the period of quasi-emergency priority measures in the prefectures of Tokyo, Kanagawa, Aichi, Kyoto, Osaka and Hyogo for about another two weeks, according to sources.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Mar 1, 2022

900 million yen. in taxpayer money used to demolish huge Kannon statue

AWAJI, Hyogo -- Work to demolish a giant statue of the Kannon, or goddess of mercy, is underway in Awaji, Hyogo Prefecture. About 100 meters high, the statue is owned by the central government, so taxpayers are footing the nearly 900 million yen bill for its demolition.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jan 28, 2022