Shizuoka

Shizuoka is a prefecture in Japan, located on the main island of Honshu. It is known for its industrial output, including the shipbuilding sector, and is a key region in the development of the Chuo Shinkansen maglev train line.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to a fatal shipyard fire and the recent approval and commencement of construction for the long-stalled maglev line.

Latest on Shizuoka

• Fire at Shizuoka shipyard leaves one dead, nine sent to hospital
• Shizuoka, JR Tokai sign pact to start maglev construction
• Long-stalled maglev line finally gets green light from Shizuoka Prefecture
• Shizuoka governor to approve maglev line construction

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