BEIJING, April 17 (Xinhua) -- There have been continuous harassment and provocation targeting China's diplomatic missions in Japan, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Friday, urging Japan to reflect on, thoroughly investigate, implement corrective measures and fully account for such incidents.

Police enhanced security in front of the Chinese Embassy in Japan on March 24, 2026. (Photo: VCG)

A series of grave offenses have occurred recently, such as the embassy break-in committed by a Self-Defense Forces (SDF) lieutenant carrying a knife, Guo said at a regular news briefing.