Tokyo’s first ballistic missile drill gets mixed reaction

January 22, 2018

Japan Times:

In a first for Tokyo, a disaster drill based on a ballistic missile attack was held Monday in response to the nuclear and missile threats from North Korea.

The drill took place in several locations in Bunkyo Ward near Tokyo Dome, including the Tokyo Dome City Attractions amusement park, Kasuga and Korakuen subway stations and Bunkyo Civic Center.

According to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, about 350 participants attended, mostly residents.

“I think a drill is necessary. It’s a good thing. I see reports on North Korea almost every day,” said Tsuneo Yabe, 80, a participant from Bunkyo Ward…

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