02 Jul 2024 | 07:55 AM UTC
Japan: Women's rights activists plan to demonstrate outside Ministry of Foreign Affairs building in Tokyo from 18:00 July 2
Activists to protest outside Ministry of Foreign Affairs building in Tokyo, Japan, from 18:00 July 2. Increased security likely.
Women's rights activists plan to protest outside the Ministry of Foreign Affairs building in Tokyo from 18:00 July 2 to denounce alleged sexual assaults by US military members stationed in Okinawa. While turnout for the action remains unclear, dozens to a few hundred people could attend the rally.
Authorities will likely monitor the demonstration. Localized transport disruptions are possible if activists march along roadways. While the event will likely be peaceful, minor scuffles between police and protesters may occur.
Avoid the protest as a security precaution. Heed all official security and transport advisories.
