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Japan Hit by Earthquake and Plane Crash: Updates and Relief Efforts

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Stay informed about the latest earthquake and plane crash news in Japan, including relief efforts and international assistance.

Japan has been facing a double calamity with a devastating earthquake hitting the central region and a tragic plane crash. Taiwan has stepped forward to donate 60 million yen to support relief and rebuilding efforts post the earthquake, while the death toll continues to rise, surpassing 80. Search and rescue operations are ongoing, with over 240 people declared missing.

Amidst the chaos, the U.S. has pledged assistance to Japan in reading airplane recorders following the fatal collision involving a Japan Airlines jet. The country's preparedness for disasters is being put to the test, showcasing its resilience in the face of natural and man-made disasters.

In a somewhat surprising move, Japan has decided to accept earthquake relief assistance only from the United States, declining aid from other governments. As the search for survivors intensifies and hope fades, the nation is grappling with the aftermath of the earthquake and the aviation tragedy.

Despite being known for its seismic codes and disaster-ready culture, Japan finds itself in a precarious position in 2024 due to volatile inflation and economic challenges. Travelers planning trips to Japan are advised to stay updated on the evolving situation and be prepared for any possible disruptions.

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Taiwan to donate 60 million yen for Japan quake (NHK WORLD)

Authorities in Taiwan say they will donate 60 million yen, or nearly 420000 dollars, to help with relief and rebuilding efforts after Monday's devastating ...

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Quake death toll in central Japan tops 80, with 72-hr window closing (Kyodo News Plus)

Search and rescue operations continues in central Japan after it was struck by a powerful earthquake on New Year's Day, with the death toll rising above 80 ...

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Japan plane crash: Full transcript of air traffic control moments ... (Sky News)

The transcript shows the discussions between the airport's control tower and the two planes - one a Japan Airlines (JAL) passenger jet and the other a smaller ...

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Japan earthquake: Barely a building untouched - as some who ... (Sky News)

On one street in the city of Wajima, an entire five-storey building lies flat on its side after a 7.6 magnitude quake hit Japan on New Year's Day.

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Japan earthquake: Woman in her 80s found as critical 72-hour ... (BBC News)

At least 77 people are now known to have died in the quake and thousands are still without power.

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Inflation and its demons define Japan's precarious 2023 | East Asia ... (East Asia Forum)

Volatile inflation and its attendant issues, from high public debt to a deteriorating trade balance, mean that Japan faces an uncertain 2024.

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What to Know If You Have an Upcoming Trip to Japan (Condé Nast Traveler)

In the span of a week, a tragic earthquake and airplane collision have taken place in the country—here's how they are impacting travelers.

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Japan spent decades making itself earthquake resilient. Here's how. (National Geographic)

The country has earned a reputation as one of the most disaster-ready nations in the world due to its seismic codes and culture of preparedness, ...

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US to provide assistance to Japan on airplane recorders in fatal ... (Reuters)

U.S. aviation safety officials will provide assistance to Japan in the reading of airplane recorders after a deadly collision between a Japan Airlines ...

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Japan to accept earthquake relief from U.S. only -Nikkei (Reuters)

Japan plans to accept a relief team from the United States but no aid from other governments, the daily Nikkei reported on Friday, four days after an ...

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Japan earthquake: Nearly 250 missing as hope for survivors fades (BBC News)

EPA Rescue workers carry out an operation at a collapsed house following an earthquake in Wajima EPA. Rescuers in Japan are rushing to find 242 people missing ...

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'Our minds are blank': how 'earthquake resilient' Japan fails its ... (The Guardian)

The destruction came not from a towering tsunami, but from a series of strong quakes, the first of which caused shaking that reached the highest level of seven ...

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94 die in Japan earthquake (The Punch)

The death toll was raised to 94 from 92, with 464 people injured. The dead included a junior high school boy visiting his family, reports said.

Japan-Sri Lanka Economic Cooperation Economic Cooperation ... (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan)

On January 5, during his visit to Sri Lanka, Mr. ENDO Kazuya, Director-General, International Cooperation Bureau, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, ...

Japan-ROK Foreign Ministers' Telephone talks (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan)

On January 5, commencing at 10:00 a.m. for approximately 35 minutes, (Japan time), Ms. Kamikawa Yoko, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, spoke over the ...

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Over 240 people missing after Japan earthquake (Daily Post Nigeria)

Over 240 persons have been declared missing after a massive earthquake struck the west coast of Japan on New Year's Day. According to local media reports,

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