The city of Ginowan in Okinawa Prefecture is in shock after the sudden death of its mayor, Masanori Matsugawa, who was found dead at a hotel in Tokyo’s Minato Ward. The 70-year-old mayor was in the capital for official business when he passed away, with police suspecting that he may have died from an illness.
The Metropolitan Police Department revealed that Matsugawa’s body was discovered after he failed to show up at the hotel’s lobby at a prearranged time. A city government employee from Ginowan, along with a hotel staff member, went to his room and made the tragic discovery.
The news of Mayor Matsugawa’s death has left residents of Ginowan in mourning, as they remember his dedication and service to the city. The circumstances surrounding his passing have raised questions and concerns, but for now, the focus is on honoring his memory and legacy.