Embassy and police fail to protect Japanese woman murdered in Hungary
The tragic murder of a 43-year-old Japanese woman in Budapest has sparked widespread outrage.
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Woman drinking directly from communal pitcher shocks Japan – but were her actions legal or not?
Video of a woman drinking directly from a communal pitcher leads many to ask - "is this illegal?"
Police officer arrested for entering womens changing room whilst guarding Fukushima disaster area
A Hokkaido Police officer was arrested in Fukushima Prefecture on suspicion of trespassing whilst attempting to commit an act of voyeurism.
Suspicious rocks prompt investigation by Kobe police
In the quiet residential neighborhoods of Kobe City, an bizarre scenario is playing out with increasing frequency.
Suspected Japanese fraudster arrested as police probe links to “ONE PIECE” themed crime group
Hidefumi Shigematsu, 48, found his run from the law brought to a halt in Manila.
Man’s death near popular Hokkaido tourist attraction sparks investigation
The town of Biei in Hokkaido started the 7th of February with the grim discovery of a body in a nearby river.
Kyoto Animation arsonist’s defense team seeks to reinstate appeal
The legal team representing Shinji Aoba have filed to nullify his recent appeal withdrawal.
Pickpockets caught on camera in Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market
Japan is often perceived as a remarkably safe country, with incidents of petty crime, such as pickpocketing, relatively uncommon.
“Dining terrorism” strikes Japanese beef bowl chain as viral video shows woman drinking directly from communal water pitcher
A storm is brewing online, fueled by a viral video that captures a moment of shockingly poor judgment at a popular Japanese beef bowl chain.
Tourist apprehended for upskirt voyeurism in Kyoto
A 30-year-old Taiwanese investor was arrested by police in Kyoto on the 4th of February on suspicion of attempted voyeurism.