Japan sizzles in first 'brutally hot' days of the year
Japan has recorded its first "kokushobi" of the year as temperatures in central cities soar to 40C.
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Central Japan cities have reached temperatures of 40C, officially marking the arrival of the first "kokushobi," or "cruelly hot day," of the year. Coverage from BBC, RTE.ie, and Japan Wire by Kyodo News emphasizes the intensity of the heat, describing the conditions as "cruelly hot" and "brutal." The Guardian and Yahoo also report on the rising heat across the region.
Reports indicate that Japan is currently sweltering through these rising temperatures, though coverage does not yet specify further projected peak dates.
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Quick answers
What is a 'kokushobi'?
It is a term used to mark a 'cruelly hot day,' officially triggered when temperatures hit 40C.
Which areas were specifically mentioned as hitting 40C?
Cities in Central Japan reached this temperature threshold.
Which news outlets are reporting on this trend?
The trend is covered by BBC, RTE.ie, Japan Wire by Kyodo News, The Guardian, and Yahoo.
Coverage (6)
- Japan swelters as temperatures top 40 C for ninth consecutive year 毎日新聞 · 11h ago
- Japan cities 'cruelly hot' for first time RTE.ie · 11h ago
- Central Japan cities hit 40 C, officially marking first "kokushobi" Japan Wire by Kyodo News · 11h ago
- Japan temperatures soar over 40C, marking first 'cruelly hot day' BBC · 11h ago
- Japan swelters through rising heat The Guardian · 11h ago
- Japan sizzles in first 'brutally hot' days of the year Yahoo · 11h ago
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