Tokyo
Tokyo and Yokohama see first snowfall of season, one day earlier than average
Dilaporkan oleh AI Gambar dihasilkan oleh AI
On Friday, January 2, 2026, the first snowfall of the season was observed in central Tokyo and Yokohama. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, it arrived one day earlier than the average but 14 days later than last season. The agency warned of heavy snowfall through Saturday in eastern to western regions facing the Sea of Japan, urging caution against traffic accidents on icy roads.
Investigative sources revealed that the victims of an attempted robbery at Tokyo's Haneda Airport on Friday had about ¥95 million ($614,000) in foreign currency stolen in a previous incident last year. Their vehicles were broken into at a parking facility at the airport in Ota Ward and another lot in Chuo Ward. Tokyo's Metropolitan Police Department is investigating whether the victims were targeted by individuals aware of their frequent transport of large cash amounts in suitcases.
Dilaporkan oleh AI
On Thursday night, three suspects sprayed five people with what appeared to be tear gas and fled with suitcases containing around ¥420 million in cash near JR Okachimachi Station in Tokyo. A nearby hit-and-run left a man in his 50s with minor injuries, suspected to involve the fleeing robbers. Police are probing a possible connection to a similar attack at Haneda Airport.
Tokyo police have arrested a 45-year-old sales manager on suspicion of murdering the 44-year-old president of an audio equipment company in Ota Ward. The suspect, reportedly dissatisfied with the victim's attitude, confessed to spraying insecticide and stabbing him multiple times. The victim suffered over 10 stab wounds and defensive injuries on his hands.
Dilaporkan oleh AI
On January 3, a traditional Japanese lion dance was performed at Azabudai Hills in Tokyo's Minato Ward to celebrate the New Year. The event featured a troupe from Akiruno, Tokyo, and was jointly organized by Mori Building Co. and The Yomiuri Shimbun to promote traditional culture. Visitors enjoyed the performance, which included the lion nipping heads to ward off evil spirits.
A woman managing an aesthetic salon was stabbed in Tokyo's Takadanobaba district on Monday, suffering injuries to her chest and stomach. The attacker, a customer at her salon, was arrested the next day as Zhu Yu, a 35-year-old Chinese national, on suspicion of attempted murder. The motive remains unclear, though payment disputes may be involved.
Dilaporkan oleh AI
Chef Yoshinaga Jinbo of a Tokyo Italian restaurant has introduced a Milanese risotto recipe using saffron powder. This classic Italian dish features an al dente texture, differing from the fluffy Japanese rice preparation. Simple steps allow for an authentic staple of Italian cuisine.
Tokyo core inflation slows to 15-month low but progresses toward BOJ goal
29 Januari 2026 08.54JR Joban Line suspended due to Ueno Station power outage
27 Januari 2026 15.19Tokyo private lodging firm referred to prosecutors for illegal operations
25 Januari 2026 09.28Fans bid farewell to twin pandas at Ueno Zoo
24 Januari 2026 19.59Waymo-backed robotaxis quietly test on Tokyo streets
02 Januari 2026 17.57Tokyo's ethnic restaurants ease new year homesickness
02 Januari 2026 11.06Emperor and family greet public at new year's event
01 Januari 2026 12.31Film ‘Kokuho’ screened at Tokyo’s Kabukiza Theatre
31 Desember 2025 22.28Tokyo metro area condo supply forecast to rise 2.2% in 2026
29 Desember 2025 16.41Sanae Takaichi moves into prime minister's official residence