Key Facts
• On November 29, 2025, a 75-year-old woman was arrested in Otaru, Hokkaido.
• Incident occurred at 3:50 PM in a watch store in Inaho 2-chome.
• The woman pulled the hair of a woman in her 60s, reportedly a former acquaintance.
• Police reported the two met by chance on the street and entered the store.
• Store staff called the police, reporting a dispute between customers.
• The suspect admitted to the assault, stating, “I was angry.”
• The dispute is believed to stem from past financial disagreements.
• Police are investigating the motive and circumstances further.
Summary
A 75-year-old woman in Otaru, Hokkaido, was arrested on November 29, 2025, for assaulting a woman in her 60s by pulling her hair. The incident occurred in a watch store after the two women, who reportedly had a history of financial disputes, met by chance on the street. The store staff alerted the police, leading to the suspect’s arrest. The woman admitted to the assault, citing anger as the reason. Authorities are continuing to investigate the motive and details of the incident.
