Graffiti reappears on Niigata City bridge, prompting police report

Graffiti has reappeared on a bridge in Niigata City, following a previous incident that led to arrests. The latest vandalism was discovered on the Yahchiyo Bridge, with large markings in yellow and red paint. This follows a similar incident in March 2025 on the Bandai Bridge, which resulted in the arrest of two teenagers. Niigata City, which manages the bridge, has filed a police report, citing concerns about the bridge's maintenance and aesthetic impact.