- Hundreds of Myanmar residents in Japan protested in Tokyo marking five years since the military coup.
- Demonstrators are calling for the release of Aung San Suu Kyi and urging Japan not to recognise the junta’s recent election results.
- Protesters expressed hope for a peaceful future and improved lives for people in Myanmar, reflecting ongoing resistance against the military regime.
A: Hey! Did you hear about the rally in Tokyo yesterday?
B: No way! What was it about?
A: It was for Myanmar. It’s been five years since the military took over.
B: Oh wow, five years? What happened?
A: Well, they arrested Aung San Suu Kyi, a really important leader. They said there was cheating in the election before.
B: That’s terrible! So, people protested?
A: Yeah, about 600 people! Mostly people from Myanmar living here. They want her released and for Japan not to recognize the election the military held.
B: Makes sense. They want a fair election, right?
A: Exactly! They marched to the Myanmar embassy and chanted "Freedom for Myanmar."
B: So emotional!
A: One woman said people have been protesting non-stop for five years, even when it’s dangerous.
B: Wow, that’s brave!
A: And a young man, he lost his home because of the military. He wants to help people back home.
B: That’s so sad… I hope things get better for them.
A: Me too! There were protests in other cities too, like Osaka and Fukuoka.
B: That's good, showing lots of support!
- Demonstrators are calling for the release of Aung San Suu Kyi and urging Japan not to recognise the junta’s recent election results.
- Protesters expressed hope for a peaceful future and improved lives for people in Myanmar, reflecting ongoing resistance against the military regime.
A: Hey! Did you hear about the rally in Tokyo yesterday?
B: No way! What was it about?
A: It was for Myanmar. It’s been five years since the military took over.
B: Oh wow, five years? What happened?
A: Well, they arrested Aung San Suu Kyi, a really important leader. They said there was cheating in the election before.
B: That’s terrible! So, people protested?
A: Yeah, about 600 people! Mostly people from Myanmar living here. They want her released and for Japan not to recognize the election the military held.
B: Makes sense. They want a fair election, right?
A: Exactly! They marched to the Myanmar embassy and chanted "Freedom for Myanmar."
B: So emotional!
A: One woman said people have been protesting non-stop for five years, even when it’s dangerous.
B: Wow, that’s brave!
A: And a young man, he lost his home because of the military. He wants to help people back home.
B: That’s so sad… I hope things get better for them.
A: Me too! There were protests in other cities too, like Osaka and Fukuoka.
B: That's good, showing lots of support!
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Summary
Tokyo rally marked 5 years since Myanmar's military coup. ~600 protesters, mostly Myanmar residents, demand Aung San Suu Kyi's release & Japan's non-recognition of the junta’s election. Seeking a peaceful future. #Myanmar #Tokyo #Protest
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Category ID: listed_summary
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260201_12/#summary
Date: Feb. 1, 2026
Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-02-01
Created: 2026/02/02 00:40
Updated: 2026/02/02 17:01
Last Read: 2026/02/02 17:01