- Japan's National Police Agency is increasing security due to the threat of lone attackers before February's election.
- A new "LO Threat" center will gather information on potential offenders and police will request reports from the real estate industry.
- The measures follow the 2022 assassination of former Prime Minister Abe and focus on identifying and addressing dangerous online content.

A: Hey Sakura! Did you hear about the news? It’s about security.

B: No, what happened? Is everything okay?

A: Yeah, pretty much! They’re making things safer before the election next month.

B: Oh really? What are they doing?

A: The police are getting extra serious about “lone offenders.” You know, people who act alone and aren’t part of a group.

B: Ah, I see. Like that really sad thing that happened with the former Prime Minister Abe?

A: Exactly! That made them realize they need to be more careful.

B: So, what’s the plan?

A: They’re creating a special center to collect information. They want to spot these potential offenders early.

B: Wow, that sounds intense. How are they doing that?

A: It’s kind of crazy! They're even asking real estate companies to report weird noises or smells!

B: Seriously? That’s a new one!

A: I know, right? And they'll look at social media too, to find people posting scary things online.

B: So they’ll warn them?

A: Yep! They’re trying to get everything sorted quickly before the election.

B: That's good to hear! Hopefully, it’ll help keep everyone safe.