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Genkai Mayor Discusses “Nuclear Waste” Challenges with Economy Minister
In Genkai, Saga Prefecture, Mayor Shintaro Wakiyama met with Economy Minister Saito to express his concerns about selecting a site for disposing of high-level radioactive waste, kn...
Genkai Town Council Approves Petition for Nuclear Waste Literature Survey
On April 25, the Genkai Town Council in Saga Prefecture passed a petition urging the town to apply for the first stage of a nuclear waste disposal site selection process, known as ...
Fukuoka and Saga Police Train for Non-Japanese Speaker Emergencies
In anticipation of the rainy season, police forces from Fukuoka and Saga prefectures held a joint training exercise in Tosu, Saga, to improve emergency response for non-Japanese sp...
Fukuoka Governor Calls for National Responsibility in Nuclear Waste Issue
Governor Hattori of Fukuoka Prefecture emphasizes the need for national leadership in managing nuclear waste disposal, particularly regarding the ongoing discussions in...
Saga Jockey Arrested for Suspected Drunk Driving
A 54-year-old jockey from Saga Racing has been arrested on suspicion of drunk driving in Kurume City, denying the allegations despite police findings. The jockey, Isao Yamaguchi, w...
Saga City Gears Up for Charichari’s Green Mobility Revolution
Charichari, the bike-sharing sensation flourishing in Fukuoka City, is poised to transform Saga City's streets with its eco-conscious transport solution starting in May...
Saga City Elevates Future with Record-Breaking Budget
Saga City, led by Mayor Hidetaka Sakai, unveils a record 112.1 billion yen budget for FY2024, targeting a 7.2% increase from the previous year...
Saga’s Tamaya Department Store to Transform with Luxury Hotel
Saga Tamaya, the sole department store in Saga Prefecture, announced plans for a major overhaul, integrating a luxury city hotel, a food court, and an event space into...
Saga City Introduces Advanced Citizen Check-In Feature in ‘Super App’
Saga City announced the addition of a 'Citizen Check-In Function' to its 'Saga City Super App', a first-of-its-kind feature among municipal apps in Japan. This function, starting f...
Saga’s Only Department Store Saved by Kyoto Real Estate Company
Saga Tamaya, the only department store in Saga Prefecture, announced a revival plan on the 11th, sponsored by Kyoto's real estate company "Sakura". The plan includes retaining...