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Japanese Man Arrested for Confining Five-Year-Old Girl in Garbage Can

Police in Japan arrested a 35-year-old man from Matsusaka, Mie Prefecture, for allegedly confining his partner's young daughter in a garbage can for approximately five minutes in May, claiming the act constituted discipline.

By Rajesh Kumar · 19 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Japanese Mother Sues State Over Teenage Daughter's Death From 'Hostage Justice' System

A Japanese mother is suing the state after her 16-year-old daughter died from emaciation following 18 days of detention and interrogation. The case highlights ongoing concerns about Japan's 'hostage justice' system.

By Rajesh Kumar · 18 Jun 2026 · 5 min read