Rolling outages have long - range and unexpected consequences to Japan 's economy . A fast-food noodle factory in Saitama , just north of Tokyo , is but one example . Fast - food noodle factory in Saitama is at risk of closing due to impact of blackouts . ` ` We ca n't going to cut 100 % and keep on in business , '' factory owner says . Nippon Electric Power Co. warns companies that face mandatory power cuts as temperatures rise .
Rolling outages have long - range and unexpected consequences to Japan 's economy . Fast - food noodle factory in Saitama is at risk of closing due to impact of blackouts . ` ` We ca n't going to cut 100 % and keep on in business , '' factory owner says . Nippon Electric Power Co. warns companies that face mandatory power cuts as temperatures rise .