Hiroshima, Chugoku vaccination roll out in numbers

We are now a month into the COVID-19 vaccination roll out in Hiroshima and the Chugoku Region. We look at how it’s progressing.

Large snapping turtle causes a stir in Kure

The discovery of a large snapping turtle at a bus stop caused a stir in the sleepy town of Ondo in Kure last week.

Hiroshima is one of 9 prefectures to extend the current COVID-19 state of emergency with some restrictions eased.

A recent spate of air conditioning unit thefts in rural Mihara has local authorities scratching their heads.

Hiroshima governor Yuzaki gave a strong indication yesterday that he would request extension of the current the COVID-19 state of emergency.

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Local authorities have taken a heartwarming stance on a family of sparrows that have recently taken up residence in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park.

7 more Hiroshima Carp players, a coach and a member of staff have tested positive for COVID-19 it was announced last night.

The coronavirus state of emergency came into force in Hiroshima Prefecture today as COVID-19 infections continue to surge.

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A much scaled down Olympic torch relay will be making its way through Hiroshima and the Chugoku Region over the next few days.

If you go down to the river you may be in for a big surprise. Black bears are waking up and there have been several sightings in the Hiroshima burbs.