The first taxicab service started operating in Tokyo, Japan.
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The Japanese Prime Minister, Hara Takashi, was assassinated in Tokyo.
Tokyo had its hottest day on record, reaching a staggering 102.4°F (39.1°C).
Canon Inc. was established in Tokyo, Japan.
The United States Air Force firebombed Tokyo, Japan, killing over 100,000 civilians.
Varig Flight 967 disappeared thirty minutes after taking off from Tokyo.
