What Was the Tokyo Gas Attack?
The Tokyo gas attack of 1995 was one of the most serious terrorist events in Japanese history. In a nation which is relatively free of crime, members of the Aum Shinrikyo cult released sarin, a nerve agent, into crowded subways during rush hour, killing 12 people and injuring hundreds more. The Tokyo gas attack had a profound impact on Japanese society, and it drew international attention to Japan and its culture.
