A Japanese intruder, identified as Kodai Murata, a 23-year-old second lieutenant in Japan’s Ground Self-Defense Force (GSDF), was apprehended by the police for breaking into the Embassy of China in Japan. The incident occurred when Murata entered the embassy premises carrying a knife and making threatening remarks.
Murata, stationed at Camp Ebino in Miyazaki Prefecture, was detained by embassy staff and later arrested by the police on suspicion of unlawful entry. The Japanese police have termed the intrusion as “very regrettable” and have assured round-the-clock security for the embassy compound.
The Chinese embassy in Japan reported that the intruder, claiming to be an active-duty officer of the Japan Self-Defense Forces, forcibly entered the embassy by climbing over a wall and threatened the Chinese diplomatic personnel. In response, the embassy has lodged a formal protest with Japan, demanding a responsible explanation for the incident.
The GSDF has pledged full cooperation with the police in handling the case strictly and based on facts. The authorities are taking the matter seriously and ensuring appropriate measures are in place to prevent such incidents in the future.
