マイあさ! 午前6時のNHKニュース 2026年10月11日
On October 11, 2026, NHK Radio News reported an extraordinary confluence of events: the Trump administration designated the International Criminal Court (ICC) as a sanctions target on the very same day the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to a former ICC judge. In domestic news, shogi player Nishiyama Tomoka (西山朋佳) defended the Hakurei title for a fifth consecutive term and, under a new rule introduced last year, became the first woman in history to earn the right to professional shogi player status. The broadcast also covered the professional baseball Climax Series and the national weather forecast for the day.
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What this episode answers
Who won this year's Nobel Peace Prize, and what happened on the day of the announcement?
Navi Pillay, who previously served as a judge and in other senior roles at the ICC, was awarded the prize. On that same day, the Trump administration announced it was designating the ICC itself as a sanctions target, and Pillay, appearing online at the Oslo ceremony, said there was "very great tension and anxiety, particularly regarding the survival of the ICC."
How did the bureau of the ICC Assembly of States Parties respond to the U.S. sanctions measures?
A bureau representing 21 countries including Japan — out of the 125 states and territories party to the ICC — issued a statement declaring that "the unprecedented escalation of coercive pressure seeks to obstruct the independent judicial functions of the Court and its staff," and demanded the United States withdraw all measures, including the sanctions against President Akane Tomoko and others.
What was the result of Game 5 of the Hakurei title match, and what right did Nishiyama Tomoka win?
Nishiyama Tomoka (31), holding four women's titles, defeated challenger Fukuma Kana (34), also a four-title holder, in 118 moves to take the series 4–1 and defend her title for a fifth consecutive term. Under a new rule introduced last year, winning five cumulative Hakurei titles earns the right to become a professional shogi player, making Nishiyama the first woman to gain that right in the 102-year history of the organization.
What are the key storylines for Game 2 of the Central League Final Stage in the NPB Climax Series?
The Giants start first-round draft pick rookie Takemaru Kazuki, who led the team with 11 wins this season, while DeNA counters with Ishida, who posted a 2.91 ERA — a same-age-cohort duel drawing close attention. Key offensive matchups include Giants outfielder Izukuchi Yuta's strong record against Ishida, and DeNA's Maki and Watari Ryuki, who have favorable numbers against Takemaru.
What are the weather and temperature trends across Japan on October 11?
Clear autumn skies prevail nationwide, but Kyushu faces cloud cover and rain under a low-pressure system, with Nagasaki seeing a precipitation probability of 50% or higher, and rain also likely in Okinawa's main island, Amami Oshima, and the Goto Islands. High temperatures include 30°C in Osaka and Nagoya, 27°C in Tokyo, and 27°C in Fukuoka; with upper-level temperatures running 4–5°C above seasonal norms, sunny areas will feel like mid-to-late September, and listeners were advised to guard against heat, UV exposure, and dehydration.
An Extraordinary Day: Nobel Peace Prize and ICC Sanctions Collide
The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Navi Pillay, who previously served as a judge and in other senior roles at the International Criminal Court (ICC). On the very same day the prize was announced, however, the Trump administration declared the ICC itself a sanctions target — an action that built on earlier measures through which the administration had already placed sanctions on ICC President Akane Tomoko (赤根智子) as an individual.
Pillay joined the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo, Norway via video link and made her alarm plain: "There is very great tension and anxiety, particularly regarding the survival of the ICC, and many staff members feel they are under threat." She then issued a pointed condemnation, with the United States clearly in mind: "What matters most is that a country has announced sanctions because of a judicial decision handed down by ICC judges. This is unprecedented and unacceptable."
A bureau of the Assembly of States Parties — representing 21 countries including Japan out of the 125 states and territories party to the ICC — issued a statement calling the measures "an unprecedented escalation of coercive pressure that seeks to obstruct the independent judicial functions of the Court and its staff." The bureau demanded that the United States withdraw all measures, including the sanctions against President Akane and others.
Shogi: Nishiyama Tomoka Becomes First Woman to Earn Professional Status
Game 5 of the Hakurei-sen (白玲戦) seven-game title match was played on the 10th in Kanazawa. Nishiyama Tomoka, 31, who holds four women's titles, cornered challenger Fukuma Kana (福間香奈), 34, also a holder of four women's titles, in the endgame, and Fukuma resigned at move 118. The win extended Nishiyama's series lead from 3–1 to a 4–1 series victory, defending her title for a fifth consecutive term.
Under a new rule introduced last year, winning five cumulative Hakurei titles earns the holder the right to become a professional shogi player (棋士). Nishiyama had already held four terms; this defense gave her the fifth, triggering that right. In the 102 years since the predecessor organization of the Japan Shogi Association (日本将棋連盟) was founded in 1924, no woman has ever become a professional player — making this a historic milestone.
At the post-match press conference, when asked whether she intended to exercise the right, Nishiyama said: "I had been putting all such thoughts completely out of my mind during the title match, so I would like to take time to consider it calmly and decide on a direction after consulting with those who have supported me and with my family." For the ceremonial photograph she held up a shikishi board inscribed with the phrase "Ungai Sōten" (雲外蒼天 — "beyond the clouds lies blue sky," evoking a bright future after hardship), explaining: "It is a phrase I have used since I first competed in the women's league, and I wrote it again this time so as not to forget my original spirit." Japan Shogi Association President Shimizu Ichiyo (清水市代) commented: "This is the fruit of extraordinary effort and dedication, for which I have the deepest respect. I regard this as a deeply meaningful development that opens new possibilities for the world of shogi."
Professional Baseball Climax Series
In the Central League Final Stage between the Yomiuri Giants and the DeNA BayStars, Game 2 was set to follow Game 1. The Giants were slated to start first-round draft pick rookie Takemaru Kazuki (竹丸一樹), who led the team with 11 wins this season. DeNA countered with Ishida (石田), whose ERA stood at 2.91. The same-age-cohort duel drew particular attention. Takemaru served as opening-day starter and earned his first win that day, and is expected to pitch with composure on the big stage; Ishida has yet to record a win against the Giants and will need to rely on his exceptional control to keep the game close. Key offensive matchups include Giants outfielder Izukuchi Yuta (伊豆口優太), who has a strong batting record against Ishida, and DeNA's Watari Ryuki (渡会龍紀) and Maki (牧), who have favorable numbers against Takemaru.
In the Pacific League First Stage, the Seibu Lions defeated the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters 3–2 in ten innings when Kaneko (金子) hit a walk-off home run, putting Seibu on the verge of advancing to the Final Stage. Seibu clinches with a win or draw in Game 2; Nippon-Ham must win to stay alive. Seibu's scheduled starter is Takahashi Kosei (高橋光成), who went 9–6 with a 2.54 ERA this season, while Nippon-Ham plans to start a pitcher who returned to the rotation in the second half of the season.
National Weather and Forecast
Sunday, October 11 brought clear autumn skies across most of the country under high-pressure influence. Kyushu, however, faced cloud cover and rain due to a low-pressure system, with Nagasaki seeing a precipitation probability of 50% or higher. Rain was also likely in Okinawa's main island, Amami Oshima, and the Goto Islands. From the Kanto region northward to southern Hokkaido, precipitation chances were 10% or below with continued sunshine.
High temperatures were forecast at 29°C in Naha and Kagoshima, 27°C in Fukuoka, 30°C in Osaka and Nagoya, 27°C in Tokyo, 25°C in Sendai, and 22°C in Sapporo. Gifu and Kyoto were also expected to hit 30°C. With upper-level temperatures running 4–5°C above seasonal norms, sunny regions were set to feel like mid-to-late September. Listeners were advised to take precautions against heat and UV exposure, and to drink water frequently to guard against dehydration in the dry air.
Today is the new moon, offering no moonlight and favorable stargazing conditions, but spring tides (大潮) raise the risk of waves washing over sea walls at coastal and estuary locations. Looking ahead, cloudy skies are expected on Tuesday and widespread rain is forecast for Wednesday.
Takeaways
- On the day the Nobel Peace Prize was announced, the Trump administration designated the ICC itself as a sanctions target — and laureate Navi Pillay called the action "unprecedented and unacceptable" from the Oslo ceremony.
- Nishiyama Tomoka defended the Hakurei shogi title for a fifth consecutive term, becoming the first woman in the organization's 102-year history to earn the right to professional player status under a new rule introduced last year.
- October 11 brought clear autumn skies nationwide, but with upper-level temperatures 4–5°C above seasonal norms bringing lingering summer-like heat to sunny areas, people were urged to stay hydrated and take precautions against heat and UV exposure.
This article is edited from a machine transcript of the first 30 minutes of the episode. It is not an official summary — please listen to the episode itself.