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🇯🇵 Tour Guide ・Some things Japan 🌸 Passionate about sharing the beauty of Japan, especially Osaka, where I live and where my heart beats in joyful melody.

I aim to keep tourists falling deeply more in love with this vibrant city - letting them take home wonderful memories and maybe some fun and iconic photos too! :)

27/07/2026

A 24-year-old man was arrested during the 2026 Sumida River Fireworks Festival in Tokyo after allegedly stealing a backpack from a spectator.

According to Tokyo police, the suspect, identified as Noriyuki Kagoshima (24) from Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture, allegedly targeted visitors at Senso-ji Temple, one of the busiest viewing spots during the festival. The stolen backpack reportedly contained a wallet, smartphone, and other belongings worth around ¥40,000 (about US$270).

Investigators said they had already been watching the suspect because he had been wandering around the area for nearly two hours before the fireworks started, appearing to look for potential victims. After he allegedly grabbed the backpack and ran about 20 meters, undercover officers immediately arrested him at the scene.

During questioning, the suspect reportedly admitted to the theft, saying:

“I came to Tokyo to have fun, but I ran out of money. I only had a few dozen yen left and hadn’t eaten since the morning.”

The Sumida River Fireworks Festival attracts around 920,000 visitors, making it one of Japan’s largest summer events. Police say crowded festivals are common targets for pickpockets and bag thieves, and this year there were around 60 reports of lost or stolen belongings around the venue. They reminded visitors to keep bags with them at all times and avoid leaving valuables on the ground, even while watching the fireworks.

Crowded events are enjoyable, but they’re also opportunities for opportunistic theft. Whether you’re in Japan or anywhere else, it’s always a good idea to keep your valuables close and stay aware of your surroundings.

20/07/2026

Police fired a warning shot in Japan after a woman allegedly advanced toward officers with a kitchen knife. 🇯🇵🔫

A tense confrontation unfolded in Eniwa, Hokkaido, on the evening of July 17, after police received reports of a woman carrying a knife in the middle of a residential street.

According to Hokkaido police, two officers responded to the scene and encountered a 42-year-old unemployed woman allegedly holding a kitchen knife. Authorities said she approached the officers while pointing the knife toward them. After repeatedly ordering her to stop and warning that they would fire if she continued, one officer discharged a single warning shot into the air.

The woman then reportedly put the knife into her shoulder bag and was arrested at the scene on suspicion of violating Japan’s Swords and Fi****ms Control Law. She later admitted bringing the knife outside, according to police. No one was injured during the incident.

Police stated that the use of the firearm was an appropriate ex*****on of duty under the circumstances. Reports also noted that investigators were still searching for the fired bullet afterward.

Incidents involving police firing their service weapons are extremely rare in Japan, making this case a major national news story. Japanese officers generally rely on verbal commands, batons, shields, and other non-lethal methods whenever possible, with fi****ms used only under strict legal guidelines.

What do you think? Did the officers handle the situation appropriately?

19/07/2026

Crowds gathered near Shibuya Scramble Crossing in Tokyo on the evening of July 16, where demonstrators voiced their dissatisfaction with the current administration and rising living costs.

Videos circulating on Japanese social media show protesters carrying signs and chanting slogans criticizing government policies. Many participants said they are concerned about issues such as:

• Rising prices and inflation
• The cost of daily living
• Taxes and household expenses
• Immigration and other government policies

The demonstration took place in one of Japan’s most recognizable locations, drawing attention both online and from people passing through Shibuya.

Public demonstrations of this size are relatively uncommon in Japan compared with many other countries, which is one reason videos of the event have attracted significant attention on social media.

As Japan continues to face economic challenges, many people are watching to see whether public pressure will influence future policy decisions.

What do you think? Are these demonstrations a sign that more Japanese people are becoming willing to speak out about national issues?

18/07/2026

LOOK: Shocking arrest in Tokyo this morning 😱

A 34-year-old company employee was arrested by the Akishima Police in Tokyo for alleged trespassing and theft.

According to the NNN report, the suspect allegedly entered a residential house and took personal items.

When questioned by police, he reportedly said he did it "to relieve stress / to clear his depression" (uppun wo harasu tame).

Police are continuing their investigation.

A reminder for everyone living in Japan and elsewhere — always double-check your doors, windows, and laundry area. Stay safe!

What are your thoughts on this kind of excuse? Let's talk respectfully in the comments.

18/07/2026

If you’re visiting Japan in July, Kyoto’s Gion Matsuri is one of the most spectacular festivals you can experience.

The float in this video is the Funeboko (船鉾), one of the most famous festival floats in the Gion Matsuri procession. Unlike many of the other floats, it is shaped like an ancient ship and is believed to represent the vessel of Empress Jingū, a legendary figure in Japanese history.

One of its most eye-catching features is the large golden bird at the bow. The bird is called Geki (鷁), a mythical bird said to protect ships and ensure safe voyages. This unique decoration has made Funeboko one of the most recognizable floats in the festival.

Gion Matsuri dates back to 869 AD, when it began as a religious ceremony to pray for an end to a devastating epidemic. More than 1,100 years later, it remains one of Japan’s Three Great Festivals and is recognized as part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage.

The festival runs throughout July, but the highlight is the Yamaboko Junko grand parade, where enormous handcrafted floats—some weighing over 10 tons—are pulled through Kyoto’s historic streets by teams of volunteers.

If Kyoto is on your travel bucket list, July is one of the best times to visit and witness this incredible blend of history, craftsmanship, and tradition.

Have you ever attended a Japanese festival? Which matsuri is on your travel bucket list?

18/07/2026

A nurse accused of poisoning patients? Japan shocked by disturbing hospital case.

A former nurse from Kashiwa Tanaka Hospital in Chiba Prefecture has been arrested on suspicion of murder after allegedly injecting air into an IV drip, causing a patient’s death.

According to Japanese investigators, the 51-year-old suspect is accused of tampering with the IV line of a 44-year-old female patient in 2024. Authorities believe the injected air entered the patient’s bloodstream, leading to a fatal air embolism.

The case became even more alarming after police revealed they are investigating whether other patients may have been affected. Reports also say that after learning police were investigating, the former nurse reportedly searched online using her smartphone for terms related to “air embolism” and later submitted her resignation.

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine whether this was an isolated incident or part of a larger pattern.

This case has sparked widespread concern across Japan and raised serious questions about patient safety and hospital oversight.

📰 Source: NTV News / Japanese police reports

What are your thoughts on this case?

17/07/2026

🚨 Five Chinese tourists were injured after their rental car was struck by a train at a railway crossing in Hokkaido, Japan.

The accident occurred at around 5:30 p.m. on July 16 on the JR Furano Line, between Kamifurano Station and Bibaushi Station in Hokkaido. The area is famous for its lavender fields and is one of Japan’s most popular summer tourist destinations.

According to police, the vehicle was a rental wagon carrying five Chinese nationals—four family members and one friend, ranging in age from their teens to their 50s. All five were taken to the hospital with injuries, but none were reported to be in life-threatening condition.

Authorities say the rental car was stopped on the railroad tracks when it was struck by a local JR train. Investigators are now trying to determine why the vehicle came to a stop inside the crossing, and they are interviewing the driver as part of the investigation.

Fortunately, the 63 passengers and crew members on board the train were not injured. However, the collision caused significant damage to the vehicle and disrupted rail service, with four local trains canceled and hundreds of passengers affected.

Every year, many international visitors rent cars to explore Hokkaido’s scenic countryside. Japanese police have not concluded that unfamiliarity with local roads caused this accident, and the exact circumstances remain under investigation.

Do you think rental car companies should provide more multilingual safety briefings about Japan’s railroad crossings, or are the current warning signs enough?

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17/07/2026

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16/07/2026

Sunset in Osaka. 🌅💚

See you soon!

16/07/2026

FREE HOUSES IN JAPAN?! 🏡🇯🇵

It’s real. They’re called Akiya, 空家.
空, empty + 家 , house ; literally “Empty House”

9 million empty houses. Some towns give them away for 0 yen if you promise to live there + fix them up.

Big wooden house. Garden. Countryside. Luggage at the door.

Catch? You need to renovate, you need a car, and your neighbors will 100% know your business.

Would you take it? Yes or no — and why? 👇

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