Japanese media's major news on 'Korean martial law'... "The purpose of restoring state leadership."

Japanese media to address martial law declaration as major news in unison

Yomiuri's "intention to restore state leadership by coercive means"

"People's support is uncertain, but rather another confusion is expected"

Kyodo News Agency "Aim to overcome low approval ratings"

[Anchor]
Major media such as Japanese broadcasters and newspapers are covering the news related to Korea's emergency martial law as major news all at once.

The Japanese embassy in Korea urged caution, saying the unpredictable situation cannot be ruled out.

I'm connecting to the local area in Japan. Reporter Kim Seho!

Please tell us more about the local reaction in Japan.

[Reporter]
Regarding President Yoon's declaration of emergency martial law last night, major Japanese media outlets covered breaking news and the first news.

NHK and Yomiuri Shimbun reported that President Yoon announced martial law in a surprise move amid intensifying confrontation with opposition parties.

The Yomiuri Shimbun reported that the sudden declaration of martial law is paralyzing state affairs in the context of the minority ruling party.
It is analyzed that it intends to restore the initiative in state administration as a powerful means.

It is not only unclear whether these measures will win public support, but rather another confusion is expected, he said.

Kyodo News also pointed out that President Yoon, who is halfway through his term, seems to be aiming to overcome his low approval rating.

He also said he would fight off anti-state forces, but pointed out that it is not clear what anti-state forces President Yoon is talking about.

The Mainichi Shimbun reported on South Korea's emergency martial law, saying it was still unclear what steps would be taken in the future.

Japanese broadcasters continue to deliver related trends in real-time in front of the Yeouido National Assembly, conveying military input and citizens' reactions.

He also introduced the case of Japanese citizens who decided to give up going to Korea, expressing the anxiety of Japanese people heading to Korea.

The Japanese Embassy in Seoul urged Japanese residents in South Korea to be cautious, saying they could deny the possibility of unpredictable events.

The Japanese government has yet to make an official statement.

However, an official from Japan's Foreign Ministry said, "We will do our best to secure the safety of our citizens while analyzing the current related trends."

I'm Kim Se-ho of YTN in Tokyo.