Japan's neighbourhood just got a lot rougher
NORTH Korea's accelerated campaign to develop nuclear weapons capable of hitting North America may be riling the United States but it is striking real fear into the hearts of many in Japan, especially after a ballistic missile flew over Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost prefecture.
In an unusual move, local government officials on Aug 28 urged people living in the vicinity to seek refuge in secure buildings or in underground shelters. The North Korean nuclear crisis quickly impacted the lives of ordinary Japanese, increasing their sense of vulnerability.
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe promised that the government would take "all possible measures" to ensure the safety of the people.
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