Vending machines in Japan destroyed in area popular with tourists
The Kanagawa Prefectural Police are investigating a case of theft following the vandalism and robbery of three vending machines at Kamakura Seaside Park.
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World Expo initiates partial evacuation after bomb threat on second day of running
A man has been arrested after making a bomb threat whilst passing through security at the Osaka-Kansai Expo.
Influencer slammed for disrespectful acts across Japan
A Russian influencer has sparked controversy as she filmed herself performing a number of disrespectful acts during her time in Japan.
American man arrested in Japan suspected of World Expo terror plot
Another American man has been arrested for bringing a gun into Japan, less than a month after the last incident.
Foreign pickpocket targeting Tokyo tourists arrested at Senso-ji Temple
A woman has been arrested by police in Tokyo for an alleged incident of pickpocketing that took place at one of the city's busiest attractions.
Kyoto daycare worker arrested for sexual assault of boy
A former after-school care worker was arrested on the 9th of April by the Kyoto Prefectural Police, after evidence suggesting he assaulted a child at a school day-care service surfaced.
Afghan man arrested in Hokkaido accused of assaulting woman at shopping mall
A 66-year-old Afghan man has been arrested on suspicion of committing assault at a shopping center in Tomakomai, Hokkaido.
Fukuoka Police take six months to arrest foreign worker suspected of indecent assault
It has been revealed that Fukuoka Police took six months to arrest a foreign worker suspected of indecent assault, despite evidence appearing to be readily available.
Japanese man guilty of abusing daughter only receives 7 year sentence
The Yamagata District Court has delivered a verdict in a case that has shocked the nation, sentencing a man to seven years and six months in prison.
Osaka Expo faces bomb threat just days before opening
The Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025 has come under threat just days before it is set to open to the public.