demons and apparitions frequently sighted in and around the mountainous Shinshu region in central Japan.

The owner was also very brave and put herself in danger to lock the front doors and afterwards check if the coast was clear.Officers are currently at scene investigating the circumstances.

? After that I heard the police were coming and some people didnt know what was going on.? I saw from the window that people were ducked down and running.(PETER YOON/Rafu Shimpo)One victim was injured but remained conscious while being taken away by paramedics.

Rafu Digital EditorA Little Tokyo shooting sparked panic in the heart of Japanese Village Plaza on Friday afternoon.(PETER YOON/Rafu Shimpo)By PETER YOON.

“Thank you to the owners of Make Asobi right next door for letting us hide in the back of the store.

Officers and security stand outside of Nijiya Market in Little Tokyo.The short story committee will be looking for stories that capture the spirit and sense of Little Tokyo.

Participants are also welcome to sign up for a Little Tokyo walking tour with Little Tokyo Historical Society members.Participants will learn tips and get advice for writing short stories that they can submit to the 11th annual Imagine Little Tokyo short story contest.

which will be presented in-person and virtually.the purpose of the Imagine Little Tokyo short story contest is to raise awareness of Little Tokyo through a creative story that takes place in the historic neighborhood.