• A protest is slated outside the Ministry of Defense (MoD) building in Tokyo at 18:30 (local time) on May 12.
• The protesters will denounce the government’s plan to go ahead with the construction of the Henoko base in the Okinawa Prefecture.

The anticipated turnout is likely to range in the low-to-mid dozens, based on the mobilizing capabilities of the protesting group. The authorities are liable to implement security measures in the vicinity of the MoD area, as per standard security protocols and the location’s sensitivity. These measures are likely to include increased police deployment to monitor protest proceedings. Based on precedent, the protest is likely to transpire peacefully. Localized disruptions to vehicular and pedestrian traffic are expected during the slated protest hours due to the anticipated turnout and associated security measures.

Those operating or residing in Tokyo on May 12 are advised to allot for disruptions in the vicinity of the MoD area due to the slated protest.