Tokyo hotels warned for alleged co-ordinated “price fixing” as rates rise
15 of the top hotel operators in Tokyo are set to be warned amidst allegations of co-ordinated “price fixing”.
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Fukuoka office worker arrested for filming strangers in public toilet
A 44 year old man in Fukuoka City has been arrested on suspicion of voyeurism, after a report of a man covertly filming members of the public in a shopping center toilet.
Chinese woman arrested in Tokyo for hit and run
A Chinese national has been arrested in Tokyo for her alleged involvement in a hit and run incident.
Chinese Embassy warns nationals of “worsening security situation” in Japan
The Chinese Embassy in Japan has issued a warning to Chinese tourists planning to visit the country, warning of a “deteriorating security situation”.
Tokyo high-schoolers hold “anti-molestation” event as incidents increase on Japan’s train networks
An event was held at JR Ikebukuro Station to raise awareness of an increase in cases of molestation on Tokyo’s train networks.
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.
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.