Quake in Japan’s ‘Silicon Valley’ Disrupts Car, Chip Supply Chains The devastating 7. 1 magnitude earthquake that struck Kumamoto, Japan on Tuesday has brought a crucial sector of the country's economy to its knees.
At least 34 people have lost their lives and infrastructure damage is widespread.
The Kumamoto region, aptly nicknamed "Silicon Valley" due to its concentration of semiconductor firms, is home to several major automakers and manufacturers that rely heavily on each other's components.