Fujikawaguchiko:Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has promised to assist the families affected by the suspected homicide of a Taiwanese woman at a hotel near Mount Fuji, Japan. The incident occurred on Monday, and MOFA has been in contact with the families involved, committing to provide necessary support in the aftermath of the tragic event.

According to Focus Taiwan, Japanese authorities reported that a 27-year-old Taiwanese woman was arrested by Yamanashi Prefectural Police on a weapons charge. The arrest followed the discovery of a Taiwanese woman in her 30s, found dead with visible trauma, including a knife wound, at a hotel in Fujikawaguchiko, a resort town near Mount Fuji. The suspect, surnamed Yang, was reportedly found holding a 12-centimeter knife at the scene and is being questioned to determine her involvement in the death.

Taiwan's Tourism Administration revealed that the two women were part of a tour group visiting Japan. The tour company informed authorities that an investigation was initiated after a hotel staff member noticed that one of the group members had missed a scheduled meeting. Upon entering the hotel room, the deceased was discovered, though no details were provided regarding connections between her and the suspect.

The administration assured that all tour group members held insurance covering NT$2.5 million for accidental death and NT$200,000 for medical expenses due to accidental injuries. The travel agency has also reached out to the deceased's family in Taiwan and will assist them in traveling to Japan to handle necessary arrangements.