Japan & Minoru Kihara
15 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Jul 05, 2026
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International
Japan: Japan is facing new export controls from China, impacting its defense sector and potentially its economy. The country is also criticized for its 'new militarism' and has responded by deploying missiles and criticizing joint China-Russia flights.
Minoru Kihara: Minoru Kihara, Japan's government spokesman, called China's export control measures 'unacceptable and deeply regrettable' and lodged a strong protest.
Jun 28, 2026 · 37 articles
Accidents
Japan: Japan experienced a magnitude 6.9 earthquake off its northeast coast, leading to temporary disruptions in transportation and inspections of nuclear facilities. The country is highly susceptible to seismic activity.
Minoru Kihara: Minoru Kihara, Chief Cabinet Secretary of Japan, announced the government's establishment of an emergency team for information gathering and disaster relief operations.
Jun 24, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Japan: Japan issued warnings to currency markets and is closely monitoring movements, ready to support the Japan — Japanese yen.
Minoru Kihara: As Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary, Minoru Kihara stated that Japan is closely monitoring market movements with urgency regarding the yen.
Jul 02, 2026 · 27 articles
Accidents
Minoru Kihara: Minoru Kihara, Chief Cabinet Secretary of Japan, reported on power outages and train suspensions following the earthquake.
Dec 09, 2025 · 9 articles
Accidents
Minoru Kihara: Minoru Kihara, a government spokesman, confirmed one blaze at a house following initial reports of several fires.
Dec 09, 2025 · 7 articles
Accidents
Minoru Kihara: Minoru Kihara, Chief Cabinet Secretary, urged residents to seek higher ground, reported power outages, and confirmed safety checks at nuclear power plants.
Dec 08, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Minoru Kihara: Minoru Kihara, Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary, publicly rejected China's claims and condemned the radar lock incidents as dangerous acts, emphasizing the need for continued surveillance.
Dec 08, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Minoru Kihara: Minoru Kihara, Japan's top government spokesperson, acknowledged China's delay in approving a replacement consul for the Japanese consulate in Chongqing, highlighting ongoing diplomatic friction.
Jan 19, 2026 · 21 articles
Accidents
Minoru Kihara: Minoru Kihara, Japan's top government spokesman, provided an initial assessment of the situation, stating no immediate reports of casualties or major damage.
Apr 20, 2026 · 21 articles
International
Minoru Kihara: Minoru Kihara, Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary, emphasized the importance of de-escalation and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 12, 2026 · 167 articles
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