In this week’s news roundup, we report a British couple who need rescue from Yotei Mountain in Hokkaido. Nissan announced more layoffs. Japan’s major supermarket chain reveals plans to start selling rice grown in California. A restaurant in Osaka was forced to close after posting the “No Chinese” sign at the entrance of the store. Nakai’s Masahiro’s attorney refuted the third-party group’s allegations of “sexual violence” against clients. Ayami Sato makes history the first woman to participate in the Canadian Men’s Professional Baseball League.
British couple “too cold” on Yotei hill
On Tuesday, a British couple visiting Hokkaido decided to hike Yotei Mountain, the 1,898-meter Stratovolcano in Shikotsu-Toya National Park, will be the backdrop of “Yotei’s Ghost of Yotei”, an action-taking show game that is eager to be released in October. The views on the top of the mountain are breathtaking. Unfortunately, both visitors did not see it. They were reportedly near Station Ninth when the man called for rescue.
According to police, they were too cold to move. The 30-year-old, unable to reach the mountain cabin or shelter, decided to call emergency services around 6:10 p.m. Reportedly dressed Shorts and a long-sleeved shirt. His girlfriend is 29 years old and is wearing a short-sleeved top and trousers. Rescuers say this is the right one There seems to be There is little knowledge or experience in mountaineering.
Nissan cuts 11,000 jobs
Striving Japanese automaker Nissan plans to cut another 11,000 jobs worldwide and close seven factories. The latest plan comes six months after the company announced the placement of 9,000 workers as part of cost savings. Japan’s third-largest automaker had a net loss of more than 670 billion yen (approximately 100 million yen) in the fiscal year ending in March. $4.5 billion). Ivan Espinosa became the company’s CEO in April, describing the result as a wake-up–call.
“The reality is clear.transparent He said. “We have one High cost structure. To further complicate, the global market environment is turbulent and unpredictable, making planning and investment increasingly challenging. Therefore, Nissan must prioritize self-improvement with higher urgency and speed for Profitability has decreased in quantity. “In December last year, talks between Nissan and Honda began about Potential large mergers. If it has been implemented, Yes Created the world’s third largest automaker. However, in February, the plan collapsed.
Japanese supermarket chain starts selling California-grown rice
As prices of Japanese staple food continue to rise, retail giant Aeon decided to store rice from California. On Tuesday, the company announced that it would start selling a soft and somewhat sticky medium-grain white rice starting June 6. A 4km bag costs 2,894 yen, which is 15% cheaper than Japanese rice. On the same day the announcement was made, a perfume rice tasting meeting was held at the Tokyo Embassy.
“For Japan’s largest supermarket chain, it’s a real historical moment to offer 100% of the U.S.-made rice in stores across the country,” said George Glass, U.S. ambassador to Japan. Over the past 12 months, the average price of rice in the country has continued to soar, now more than double the cost a year ago. In April, the Japanese government announced that it would release the storage of rice by the end of July.
Osaka restaurant was forced to close after publishing the “No Chinese” sign
On May 12, Osaka-based restaurant group Sasaya Holdings apologized to Osaka’s Sasaya Holdings, where the restaurant stayed for several days after posting the “No China” sign at the entrance of the store. Images of the logo quickly began to circulate on social media sites such as X. read: “There are many people who don’t behave. We don’t allow Chinese customers to enter our stores. Thank you for your understanding.”
Sasaya Holdings made two apology, written in Japanese and Chinese. Although the former did not directly name the store in question, the latter did. Apparently it is sumibi yakitori HayashinThis is a charcoal Yakitori restaurant that opened in Osaka’s Nishi Ward last September. The store’s parent company said the logo had been filed without permission and violated the company’s policy. Sasaya Holdings Notification this exist The store has since been closed.
Nakai Masahiro’s legal team refutes allegations of “sexual violence”
Legal team represent Former SMAP member Masahiro Nakai issued a statement on Monday dismissing a third-party report that concluded their clients committed “sexual violence” against former Fuji TV announcers. After interviewing Nakai and reviewing documents, his lawyer Say them “The violence and compulsory sexual acts that usually occur with Japanese people are not confirmed.” Statement on the panel arrive publicor Evidence and provide detailed explanations.
It also describes that the report is very problematic, illustrate It “lack of neutrality and fairness, which seriously undermined the reputation and social status of an individual.” The committee consisted of three attorneys, both of which were heard Nakai and the woman involved. The investigation was led by Akira Takeuchi. At a press conference on March 31, he statement The woman suffered sexual violence from Nakai. The committee uses the World Health Organization’s definition of “sexual violence”.
Ayami Sato becomes the first woman to play football in the Canadian Men’s Professional Baseball League
Japan’s Ayami Sato made her debut with the Toronto Maple Leafs on Sunday, doing so became the first woman ever to participate in the Canadian Men’s Professional Baseball League. The 35-year-old pitcher grew up on Amami Island in Kagoshima County and performed well, meeting all six batsmen she faced in two innings. She also ended the game with a strikeout. Despite her impressive performance, the Maple Leafs lost 6-5 to the Kitchener Panthers.
Despite being disappointed with the results, this is a day Sato will never forget. “When I was on the mound, just looking at the crowd – a big crowd cheered – very It’s unforgettable to me. “she Tell After the game is over, it passes through the translator. Sato is one of the greatest and most decorated pitchers in women’s baseball history, known for his curve balls, which have a higher spin rate than most MLB players.