• Sichuan Province (Chengdu), Yunnan Province (Kunming), etc., will conduct air raid siren tests on the morning of September 18.
• In China, September tends to draw more attention to Japan and Japan-China relations compared to usual. Please be cautious about ensuring your safety to avoid getting involved in any trouble.
1. According to local government announcements, air raid siren tests will be conducted on September 18 for 15 minutes starting at 9:00 AM in Chengdu and at 10:00 AM in Kunming, with intermittent air raid sirens being sounded. Additionally, air raid evacuation drills will be held at various facilities such as subway stations.
There may also be similar drills in other regions around this time, so please stay informed about the announcements in the cities or prefectures where you are staying (Chongqing conducted a similar drill on June 5).
• Chengdu Notice (in Chinese)
• Kunming Notice
2. In China, September is a period when attention is more focused on Japan and Japan-China relations than usual, particularly due to events like the “Mukden Incident” (September 18), which marked the start of the Manchurian Incident. To avoid potential issues, be mindful of your safety, such as by refraining from actions that might draw attention as a Japanese national in crowded places.
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