Tokyo news on Tuesday, October 20, 2026

In Tokyo on Tuesday, October 20, 2026: E-warrant system modernizes Tokyo legal processes by March. Also: University of Tokyo faces pressure to review its presidential selection process following recent governance concerns; Ministry of Foreign Affairs conducted earthquake drill in Tokyo today to test emergency response procedures. Weather: Mostly cloudy with wind gusts to 37 km/h, temps 20-27°C, no rain expected.

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Headlines

Electronic warrant system will roll out across Tokyo and nearby areas by March 2027, modernizing legal processes.The Japan Times · Oct 20, 6:39 AM

News & local government

University of Tokyo faces pressure to review its presidential selection process following recent governance concerns.nippon.com · Oct 20, 11:37 AM
Tokyo residents are challenging GLP Japan's proposed data center project in the area.GuruFocus · Oct 20, 8:09 AM

Safety & emergencies

Ministry of Foreign Affairs conducted earthquake drill in Tokyo today to test emergency response procedures.조선일보 · Oct 20, 11:15 AM

Events & going out

Street League Skateboarding course revealed for SLS Tokyo 2026 competition on November 14.Street League Skateboarding · Oct 19, 5:43 PM
International Bazaar 2026 at Tokyo American Club offers shopping and cultural activities.Metropolis Japan · Oct 20, 4:56 AM

Business & new openings

Tokyo's Ethical Spirits, a local spirits maker, achieved B Corp certification and completed funding round.Dealroom · Oct 20, 9:58 AM
Natixis CIB is expanding its Tokyo investment banking operations through acquisition.finews.asia · Oct 20, 11:55 AM
Legal tech firm Harvey is opening a Tokyo office to expand operations in Japan.LawFuel.com · Oct 19, 9:28 PM
Tokyo-based company in talks with MSG Entertainment about bringing Sphere Arena venue to Japan.TicketNews · Oct 19, 7:40 PM

Housing & real estate

New condo prices in Tokyo metro area averaged ¥114.94 million in first half 2026, exceeding ¥100 million for first time.BigGo Finance · Oct 20, 7:35 AM

Sports

Alexandra Eala receives boost ahead of Tokyo Open tennis tournament starting next week.Tennishead · Oct 20, 1:00 AM

Community & volunteering

Goats are spending daily time in downtown Tokyo for landscape maintenance and community engagement.SoraNews24 · Oct 20, 1:00 AM

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