Prefectures

Ehime Prefecture Inaugurates EV Circular Economy Promotion Council to Foster Sustainable Mobility Ehime Prefecture is proud to announce the establishment of the “Ehime EV Circular Economy Promotion Council,” a significant step towards realizing a sustainable and environmentally conscious future for electric vehicle (EV) utilization. The council was officially inaugurated on September 7, 2025, at 15:00, … Read more

Here is a detailed article about the event at Uwajima City Jonan Junior High School, presented in a polite tone and in English, based on the information provided: Inspiring Future Careers: Construction Industry Experience Program Held at Uwajima City Jonan Junior High School Uwajima City, Ehime Prefecture – On September 7th, 2025, Uwajima City Jonan … Read more

Ehime Prefecture Announces Advance Notice of Radioactive Solid Waste Transport from Ikata Nuclear Power Plant Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture – September 8, 2025 – Ehime Prefecture has issued an official announcement providing advance notice regarding the upcoming transport of radioactive solid waste from the Ikata Nuclear Power Plant. The notification, published on the Ehime Prefectural Government … Read more

New Era for National Governors’ Association: Governor Abe Assumes Presidency, Outlines Vision for Future Tokyo, Japan – September 3, 2025 – The National Governors’ Association (NGA) today announced a significant leadership transition with the official inauguration of Governor Ryōichi Abe of Iwate Prefecture as its new President. The announcement was made during a press conference … Read more

Local Government Leaders Urge Repeal of Temporary Gasoline Tax Tokyo, Japan – A delegation representing Japan’s prefectural governors and mayors of designated cities has formally submitted an urgent proposal calling for the abolition of the so-called “temporary gasoline tax.” The request was delivered on September 3rd, 2025, highlighting the significant financial strain this long-standing levy … Read more

Here is an article about the news from the National Governors’ Association, written in a polite tone with relevant information: Local Government Leaders Advocate for Reconsideration of Provisional Gasoline Tax Suspension On September 4, 2025, at 4:00 AM JST, the National Governors’ Association (NGA) announced a significant advocacy effort undertaken by key local government bodies … Read more

Wakayama Prefecture Seeks Partners for Price Pass-Through Promotion Initiative in Fiscal Year 2025 Wakayama City, Japan – September 5, 2025 – The Wakayama Prefectural Government has announced a call for proposals for the outsourcing of services related to its “Fiscal Year 2025 Price Pass-Through Promotion Project.” This initiative aims to support local businesses in navigating … Read more

Invasive Fire Ant, Solenopsis invicta, Detected at Tokyo Port’s Outer Container Terminal Tokyo Metropolitan Government Reports First Confirmed Sighting of Solenopsis invicta in Tokyo Bay Tokyo, Japan – September 3, 2025 – The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has officially announced the detection of the invasive fire ant, Solenopsis invicta, at the outer container terminal of Tokyo … Read more

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Convenes Pollen Allergy Countermeasures Committee for Fiscal Year 2025 Tokyo, Japan – The Tokyo Metropolitan Government announced the holding of the first meeting of the Pollen Allergy Countermeasures Committee for Fiscal Year 2025, which convened on September 3, 2025. This important committee convenes annually to discuss and formulate strategies to address the … Read more

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Seeks Public Opinion on Revised Level Crossing Countermeasures Basic Policy Tokyo, Japan – September 3, 2025 – The Tokyo Metropolitan Government today announced the release of the “Intermediate Summary of the Revised Basic Policy on Level Crossing Countermeasures” and is actively seeking public input from residents across the metropolis. This initiative marks … Read more