Eight people were injured in a hammer attack at Tokyo's Hosei University's Tama Campus. A female suspect, in her 20s and reportedly a student, was apprehended. The victims are conscious. Violent crime is rare in Japan, known for strict gun control. Police are investigating this unusual incident. The campus saw significant emergency response.
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