Can't believe it's been almost two years already, since that
guy went Shion-mode in the streets of Akihabara, leaving 7 dead and leading to the suspension of the otaku district's "Pedestrians' Paradise" tradition. Two years without people walking, singing and cosplaying freely on Akiba's colorful streets, as they used to for decades on Sundays and holidays.

This monday, however, the
decision was made to once again allow pedestrians to frolic freely on the streets of Akihabara, starting from this July. Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward is
"still discussing the days, times, and other specific details of the revived Pedestrians' Paradise tradition with the police and others", but at least the most important step has been taken.
Love, peace & J-Rock!... And
maids.