Darby Meiran Yang

Despite the concerns around crime, the statistics point to a safer Chinatown — and city — over recent years. According to Sampan’s analysis of BPD data, total reported crime in the Chinatown neighborhood, as defined by the Boston Planning and Development Agency’s boundaries, decreased by 15% between 2021 and 2025. The homicide count was zero in that 5-year period.

Teso Life, a Japanese lifestyle store, opened its first New England location in Downtown Boston on June 26. Spanning three floors — one each for toys, snacks, and beauty products — the store’s imported goods come from numerous parts of Asia.

The Boston Dragon Boat festival was about more that the races, it was about community and connecting with others.