Japan: Protests against militarization, Article 9 revision

Approximately 36,000 people took to the streets across Japan to protest the country's militarization and potential revision of Article 9 of its constitution. The main demonstration occurred outside the parliament building in Tokyo on April 19, with additional rallies in cities like Osaka, organized by various civil groups. Participants chanted "No to war" and called on authorities to respect the pacifist constitution, which renounces war and prohibits maintaining military forces. Organizers stated such protests are held monthly following the enactment of recent security laws.