Lip Service to Sanity: A Cautionary Tale from Japan's Streets The arrest of 49 year old Masae Sakurai in Ibaraki Prefecture, northeast of Tokyo, for allegedly sewing together her roommate's lips has left many shocked and disturbed.
The incident, which occurred on June 29, has sparked a range of reactions, from horror to speculation about the motivations behind this bizarre act.
On its surface, the case appears to be a disturbing example of domestic violence and abuse.