A foreign national halted Shinkansen service in Shizuoka, claiming he was fleeing the yakuza. The incident caused significant delays, impacting approximately 56,000 passengers.

Shinkansen service on the Tokaido line was temporarily suspended after a man was found walking on the tracks near Shizuoka Station. The incident led to 70-minute delays affecting 64 trains and tens of thousands of travelers. If your itinerary includes the Tokaido Shinkansen line, be sure to check for potential delays.

The man, a Brazilian national, claimed he was evading the yakuza and ran onto the tracks to escape. Police are investigating his claims. Major train stations in Japan have police boxes for immediate assistance if needed.

Consider alternative routes or allow extra travel time if you are traveling between Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. Always report suspicious activity to the nearest authorities.