Shopping became a dangerous activity.
The Japanese capital was hit with a mystery attack after an unidentified person sprayed an unknown substance in a luxury mall.
The incident led to over 20 people being taken to hospital.
Sky News reported:
“The Tokyo fire department said 26 people suddenly developed sore throats and felt unwell near the city’s luxury Ginza Six shopping complex. All but one of them were taken to hospital.
Their symptoms were believed to be mild, according to officials.”
Emergency workers wearing hazmat suits and face masks were seen helping people at the scene. Japanese authorities have not specified what substance was sprayed, but Japanese newspaper Yomiuri reported that police found traces of pepper spray.