17 Nov 2022 | 06:12 PM UTC
Japan: Activists plan to rally in Hiroshima, Osaka, and Nagoya Nov. 20
Activists to rally at Hiroshima's Hondori Crossing, Osaka's Shinsaibashi Mall, and Nagoya's Hisaya Odori Park in Japan Nov. 20.
Event
Activists affiliated with the Worldwide Rally for Freedom movement plan to demonstrate in multiple cities Nov. 20. The purpose of the action is to demand greater freedom in several areas, including speech and health. Organizers have released the following details concerning specific assembly points:
Hiroshima: Hondori Crossing, 15:00
Osaka: Shinsaibashi Shopping Mall, 14:00
Nagoya: Hisaya Odori Park, 13:00
Authorities will likely monitor the demonstrations and may attempt to disperse the gatherings if they are disruptive. Activists may march along roadways, prompting localized transport disruptions.
Advice
Avoid the demonstrations as a precaution. Confirm travel reservations in the impacted areas ahead of time. Heed all official security and transport advisories.
