From Malay Mail · · 1m 30s
Okinawa fury over US marine murder
Okinawan resident demands US troops leave after marine arrested for killing Japanese woman.
In brief
Okinawan resident demands US troops leave after marine arrested for killing Japanese woman. Okinawan resident Takako Kakazu urges US military withdrawal following arrest of marine suspected of murdering a Japanese woman in Okinawa. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Okinawa resident demands US troops leave
Takako Kakazu, a 55-year-old housewife, urges American soldiers to leave Okinawa after a US marine was arrested for allegedly murdering a Japanese woman.
“I just can’t accept this anymore. How many more women in Okinawa have to suffer like this? Everyone is angry”
US marine arrested for murder
A US marine stationed on Okinawa was arrested on suspicion of killing a 39-year-old woman at a hotel in Naha and stealing her wallet.
“Local media reported she was choked to death and that the Marine is denying the allegations”
Public outrage over US military
Residents on Okinawa express frustration and anger after another alleged incident involving US forces, with many calling for stricter adherence to laws.
“Honestly, my first reaction was: ‘Not again’”
Military presence economic impact
Military base-related income accounts for around five per cent of the region’s annual total, and some argue that the bases create jobs.
“Military base-related income accounts for around five per cent of the region’s annual total”
Japan’s security reliance on US
Japan, which has a pacificist constitution, relies on US military might as a deterrent against potential attacks and emphasizes the importance of American soldiers being garrisoned 24/7.
“Japan, which has a pacificist constitution, also relies on US military might as a deterrent”
Local business concerns
American bar owner Stephen Butler acknowledges community tensions but states relationships between locals and foreigners remain respectful and positive.
“I’ve been here a very long time, and I know all the other owners in the area... There’s always a lot of respect”
Okinawa resident pleads for action
Takako Kakazu pleads with authorities to stop the violence and prevent further suffering for women in Okinawa.
“It’s terrifying... Please, I’m begging you, do something to stop this”
The main idea
Okinawan resident Takako Kakazu urges US military withdrawal following arrest of marine suspected of murdering a Japanese woman in Okinawa.
