Ibaraki

Ibaraki is a prefecture in the Kanto region of Japan, located northeast of Tokyo. It is known for its agricultural industry and industrial zones.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to a series of violent crimes and a political decision regarding a national nuclear waste disposal site.

Latest on Ibaraki

• Man held over stabbing outside Ibaraki restaurant whose owner was later found dead
• Ibaraki won’t accept second-stage survey for nuclear waste site, governor says
• City in Ibaraki accepts first stage survey for nuclear waste site
• Man admits to stalking and killing ex-girlfriend in Ibaraki
• Mayor of Ibaraki city found dead in drainage ditch

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