Japan travel warning after Hongkonger beaten with beer bottle in Sapporo
South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Connor MycroftFebruary 18, 2026 at 04:45 PM
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A Hongkonger was attacked with a beer bottle at a restaurant in Sapporo, Japan, early Wednesday morning. Japanese police arrested a suspect at the scene following the incident. In response, the Chinese consulate in Sapporo issued a travel warning to Chinese citizens visiting Japan. The consulate stated they have contacted local police, urging them to thoroughly investigate the attack and hold the responsible parties accountable. This incident and subsequent warning occur amid strained relations between China and Japan.
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