Volcanic ash on the backside of Lake Yamanaka close to Mt. Fuji emanated from six eruptions round 4,000 to five,000 years in the past, in keeping with a brand new research.
Research outcomes from a University of Tokyo and Yamanashi Prefectural workforce, reported in worldwide scientific journals, present proof that the volcano erupted often, each 100 to 200 years, throughout this era.
Professor Yusuke Yokoyama of the University of Tokyo mentioned, “This level of activity cannot be underestimated. It may be useful for future disaster prevention planning and evacuation route planning,” Kyodo News studies.
…proceed studying
Jun 30 (Kyodo) – 東京大と山梨県富士山科学研究所のチームは30日、これまで活動の空白期と考えられていた5千～4千年前に富士山が少なくとも6回噴火していたことを確かめたと発表した。 …proceed studying
Need a hand? This Japanese robotic may also help
Reuters – Jun 28
This dancer is carrying robotic arms impressed by conventional Japanese puppetry. Researchers hope the wearable machine might in the future be used for search and rescue operations.
Japan’s ninth COVID wave could also be underway, professional says
NHK – Jun 27
The Japanese authorities’s chief coronavirus adviser says a ninth wave of infections could have began within the nation, and extra vaccinations and different measures are wanted to curb the variety of deaths.
‘Japan Drone 2023’ expo opens
NHK – Jun 27
One of Japan’s largest exhibitions that includes the newest in drone expertise has opened in Chiba City, close to Tokyo.
World’s first case of tick-borne Oz virus confirmed in Japan
NHK – Jun 24
Japan’s well being ministry says a girl in her 70s who died final 12 months has been discovered to be the primary case of an infectious illness brought on by the Oz virus within the nation, and in addition the primary on this planet. Hard ticks are believed to be carriers of the virus.
Society Page: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7