In Japan the death penalty is carried out by hanging in an execution chamber within the detention centre. When an execution order has been issued, the condemned prisoner is informed on the morning of their execution. The condemned is given a choice of the last meal. The prisoner's family and legal representatives, and also the general public, are informed only afterwards. Since 7 December 2007, the authorities have been releasing the names, natures of crime, and ages of executed prisoners.
Japanese serial killer who baited suicidal people using Twitter gets death penalty
Japanese serial killer who baited suicidal people using Twitter gets death penalty