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Japan — Kumamoto Prefecture

Tracked across 5 events · 334 articles · First seen Apr 12, 2026 · Last active Aug 23, 2026

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Accidents
Japan 7.1 Earthquake Kumamoto Mall Explosion
Impact: The epicenter region, suffering 34 deaths, widespread infrastructure damage, and ongoing rescue operations.
Jul 28, 2026 · 264 articles
6 60
Business
Sony TSMC Image Sensor Joint Venture
Sony and Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (TSMC) have agreed to form a joint venture, Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation, to develop and manufacture next-generation image sensors in Japan — Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. The venture, with Sony…
Impact: Kumamoto is the location of the joint venture, bringing investment and jobs to the region, and leveraging existing TSMC infrastructure.
Aug 10, 2026 · 36 articles
4 30
Business
Baseload, Furusato Complete Waita Geothermal Plant
Impact: The Waita No. 2 Geothermal Power Plant is located in Japan — Kumamoto Prefecture, which benefits from the local economic activity and renewable energy generation.
Jun 04, 2026 · 9 articles
6 -20
Domestic
BOJ holds rates, signals hawkish stance
Impact: The 7.1-magnitude earthquake in Kumamoto could disrupt manufacturing and chip production, potentially dampening the BOJ's hawkish mood.
Jul 30, 2026 · 6 articles
2 -5
Accidents
5.9 earthquake hits eastern Japan
A moderate earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.9 struck eastern Japan, including the Japan — Tokyo area, early Sunday morning. The quake occurred in southern Japan — Ibaraki Prefecture at a depth of 70…
Impact: Japan — Kumamoto Prefecture was the site of a larger earthquake last month, providing context for the current event.
Aug 22, 2026 · 19 articles
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