Myanmar begins trial of detained Japanese filmmaker

The trial of a Japanese man has begun in Myanmar over his alleged involvement in an anti-coup protest amid calls from Japan's government for his early release, Myanmar's ruling military said Tuesday.Documentary filmmaker Toru Kubota, detained in a Yangon prison, has been charged with sedition and violating the immigration law."Legal action was taken against Toru Kubota for his involvement in a protest in Yangon on July 30, and the proceedings are ongoing," the military said in a brief statement.Related coverage:Japan's lawmaker meets Myanmar junta leader after filmmaker arrestedREAD FULL ARTICLE