News On Japan

Bricks thrown at Japan's embassy in Beijing

Aug 29 (NHK) - A Chinese national has been detained for throwing bricks at the Japanese embassy in Beijing.

Embassy officials say the incident occurred on August 24, the day Tokyo Electric Power Company began releasing treated and diluted water from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant into the ocean.

The officials said the suspect was captured by police at the scene, and that there was no damage to the embassy's facilities and no staff were injured.

Since the discharge began, stones and eggs have been hurled at Japanese schools in Qingdao, Shandong Province and in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province. Officials at the Japanese embassy and consulates-general in China said they have received many harassing phone calls.

Japanese embassy officials have taken steps to prepare for unexpected incidents, including boosting security presence at the embassy.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin told reporters on Monday that his country "protects and ensures the safety and lawful rights and interests of foreign nationals in China in accordance with laws." He reiterated that Beijing strongly urges Japan to "stop dumping nuclear-contaminated water into the sea."

Beijing has responded by ordering a suspension to all imports of Japanese sea food. ...continue reading

Source: ANNnewsCH

News On Japan
POPULAR NEWS

The issue of diplomatic vehicles avoiding parking fines in Japan due to diplomatic immunity continues, with Russia reaching a record-high number of violations, accounting for 63% of the total.

The BBC has announced its 2024 edition of '100 Women,' celebrating individuals who have made a significant impact on society, selecting Japanese talent Naomi Watanabe (37) as one of the honorees.

Authorities in Osaka's Nishinari Ward carried out a contentious forced eviction at the Airin General Center, a facility once central to the city’s day-laborer community, sparking protests from residents and supporters who condemned the move as a violation of human rights and dignity, while officials cited safety concerns and legal rulings as justification for the operation.

The JR Group announced on December 2nd that it will end the sale of "round-trip tickets" by around March 2026. Additionally, "consecutive trip tickets" will also be discontinued during the same period.

A vehicle carrying Prime Minister Ishiba collided with a leading escort car. No injuries were reported.

MEDIA CHANNELS
         

MORE Politics NEWS

An annual opinion poll shows that more than 87 percent of Chinese have negative views of Japan, up sharply from last year and the second-highest rate recorded. (NHK)

Complaints against Hyogo Governor Saito Motohiko and the representative of a PR company have been filed with prosecutors and police in western Japan over a possible violation of the public offices election law. (NHK)

A doctor who ran unsuccessfully in the October Lower House election has been arrested by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police on suspicion of promising campaign workers monetary compensation.

A vehicle carrying Prime Minister Ishiba collided with a leading escort car. No injuries were reported.

The Governor of Hyogo Prefecture in western Japan has expressed his view that there were no illegalities in his election campaign. The remark came as some are accusing him of violating the public offices election law over the use of a PR company in the campaign. (NHK)

Elon Musk, the incoming head of the newly established Efficiency Ministry under President-elect Trump, has vowed to reduce $500 billion in government waste annually. Musk, known for his admiration of Japanese culture, sparked speculation on October 21st with a social media post simply stating "Wabi-Sabi" in Japanese, prompting questions about his intentions.

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries held an emergency meeting to address the rapid outbreak of avian influenza, urging prefectural governments to strengthen hygiene management measures.

Japan's Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru has expressed his eagerness to develop cooperation with China and other nations after a series of summit meetings in South America. (NHK)