Yokohama safe robbery: 18-year-old man arrested as suspected member of criminal group’s execution team.

Yokohama is a major port city in Japan that developed rapidly after the country opened to foreign trade in 1859, ending a long period of national isolation. It became a crucial gateway for Western influence, which is reflected in its historic architecture, such as the red brick warehouses, and Japan’s first Chinatown. Today, it is a vibrant, modern metropolis known for its Minato Mirai 21 waterfront area, cosmopolitan atmosphere, and cultural landmarks.

Hiratsuka is a city in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, best known for the annual Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival, one of the country’s largest Tanabata celebrations. While the city itself has a modern history of development in the 20th century, its cultural identity is deeply tied to this vibrant festival, which originated in the post-war period to revitalize the community and has been held for over 70 years.