1. A knife-wielding man was arrested in front of the US Embassy in Tokyo on Friday, just before President Donald Trump's planned visit.
2. The man, who has no fixed address and is believed to be in his 30s, was found with two knives. He allegedly pointed one at riot police, injuring an officer, and was arrested for obstruction of official duties.
3. Despite the incident happening near the US Embassy, the man has not revealed any connection to President Trump or the United States. The investigation continues.
2. The man, who has no fixed address and is believed to be in his 30s, was found with two knives. He allegedly pointed one at riot police, injuring an officer, and was arrested for obstruction of official duties.
3. Despite the incident happening near the US Embassy, the man has not revealed any connection to President Trump or the United States. The investigation continues.
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Summary
Knife-wielding individual, 30s, homeless, arrested near US Embassy in Tokyo before President Trump's visit. Allegedly brandished a knife at riot police, injuring one officer. Under investigation for obstruction of official duties; no known links to President Trump or the United States.
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251024_14/#summary
Date: Oct. 24, 2025
Notes: 2025-10-24
Created: 2025/10/24 19:40
Updated: 2025/12/07 23:31
Last Read: 2025/10/24 19:41