# Japan's PM tours earthquake zone as soaring heat hampers recovery

Japan's prime minister visited areas devastated by a recent earthquake, inspecting damage and meeting with displaced residents. Recovery efforts are being slowed by dangerously high temperatures, which pose additional health risks to survivors and workers. The visit underscores the government's focus on a difficult rebuilding process amid extreme summer conditions.

**Importance:** 3/5

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- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/04/japan-earthquake-prime-minister-visit-recovery-heat-sanae-takaichi) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:59:38 GMT