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Magnitude 6.0 earthquake hits Japan's Hokkaido hours after 5.9 magnitude quake injures over 40 near Tokyo

Japan was hit by two earthquakes on Sunday, including a 6.0-magnitude quake off northern Hokkaido late in the evening, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. No tsunami warning was issued.

The Economic Times · Aug 23

New luxury farm resort from the founder of Aman set to open in Japan next month

Azuma Farm Koiwai, which has just 24 guest rooms, was created in collaboration with Adrian Zecha’s Azumi brand and East Japan Railway Company (JR East).

Euronews · Mar 20

Disaster to destination: Fukushima snow wows tourists

FUKUSHIMA, Japan: Tourist Benjamin Tuffy’s family spent their winter holidays in picture-perfect snow in Japan. But they weren’t at the country’s famed ski resorts in Hokkaido or Nagano — they picked Fukushima.

Bangkok Post · Mar 9, 2023

JR East eyeing introduction of discount commuter passes for off-peak hours

East Japan Railway Co. (JR East) aims to introduce discount commuter passes in the spring of 2023 for people who avoid traveling during morning and evening rush hours.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Mar 6, 2022

Japanese railway firm eyes measures to prevent train collisions with animals

The number of train collisions with wild animals in eastern Japan rose to a record high last year, prompting East Japan Railway Co. (JR East) to develop countermeasures, including the use of scents and sounds to deter animals.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 19, 2022