 Kyodo News (SANDWICHMAN) Sankei Shimbun (Kazu Laser)

 Domino's Pizza, Pizza Hut, Pizza La, Pizza Hut, and Oven of Naples clash!

 The performance of popular pizza delivery chains such as Domino's Pizza, Pizza Hut, and Napoli's Oven, all of which have their own unique characteristics, seems to be growing even after the COVID-19 crisis subsides.

New rival is &#8220;Costco&#8221;! The heat is on! The difference between victory and defeat in the &#8220;pizza delivery war

 Cheer Drive" is a service that advertises by putting stickers on people's cars. The service was originally intended as a way to make money, but an initiative started by COVID-19 crisis has been receiving surprisingly positive feedback. What are the "effects"?

From Idol Support to Social Contribution: Unlocking the Potential of Car Stickers for Various Purposes

 FM Nakanishi

 Parasites attach themselves to the bodies of humans and animals and live inside them. There is a place that promotes research, education, and awareness of such parasites. The Meguro Parasite Museum is a 12-minute walk from Meguro Station.

Bill Gates Awe at the 8.8-Meter Tapeworm and the Meguro Parasite Museum Unveiling the Reality of Parasites

 Kazunori Okubo

 Masaru Kumaki

 Yuri Kasahara

 Kurumi Komatsu

 A special series of articles on the true face of the idol group "WHITE SCORPION" produced by Akimoto Yasushi!

 A special series of articles on the true face of the idol group "WHITE SCORPION," produced by Akimoto Yasushi! In the seventh installment of this series, ACE will make an appearance.

White Scorpion: Part 7 ACE: &#8220;Beyond Skill: The Art of Delivery&#8221;

 Afro

 Akira Toriyama was a very popular manga artist in China! Fans were saddened by the death of Akira Toriyama... Why did he gain such explosive popularity in China?

Akira Toriyama’s Phenomenal Popularity: Trending at No.1 on Weibo with 240 Million Views in Just One Hour, Unveiling the Secret Behind the Massive Buzz

 Shiho Kato

 A special series of articles on the true faces of the idol group "WHITE SCORPION" produced by Akimoto Yasushi!

 This is a special series of articles on the true faces of the idol group "WHITE SCORPION", produced by Akimoto Yasushi! In this sixth installment of the series, COCO makes an appearance.

WHITE SCORPION Serial [Part 6] COCO&#8217;s Ambition: &#8220;I Crave Recognition from These Eleven&#8221;

Click here to buy a copy of "Japan's Flags, Stories You Don't Know" . 
 
Tadamasa Fukiura is a leading researcher on national flags. Has been involved with flags and ceremonies at every Olympic Games held in Japan. Formerly a professor at Saitama Prefectural University and co-chairman of the NPO "Society for the Study of the National Flags and Anthems of the World. Author of 61 books on flags.

 Tadamasa Fukiura

 There are as many flag designs as there are countries, but many of them are somewhat similar. The history and "connection" between the flags of different countries are hidden in them. We asked an expert about interesting episodes related to flags.

Mistakes in Flag Orientation Reveal Surprising Similarities Across Countries

 Tadakazu Nishitani

 I heard from several male friends in their 50s that they are learning ballet. Is ballet popular among middle-aged men these days? What reasons do male students have for attending ballet classes? We went to interview them to find out.

Middle-aged and Older Men&#8217;s Surging Interest Revealed Through a 50-Year-Old Reporter&#8217;s Experience

 AFLO Kyodo News Agency Sankei Shimbun

 The absolute champion with "Calbee Potato Chips," "Kata-Age Potato," and "Pizza Potato" and the old champion with a diverse lineup from "Potato Chips Norishio" to "The Ingredient Treat" will battle it out!

 Potato Chips" have long been loved by the Japanese people. About 60 years ago, "KOIKEYA" created the first Japanese potato chip and recorded an explosive hit, and "CALBEE" followed in its footsteps and jumped to the top of the national market. Even now, the battle for the top spot continues.

Shohei Ohtani praised the best potato chips in his life! Calbee vs.

 A special series of articles on the true faces of the idol group "WHITE SCORPION," produced by Akimoto Yasushi, has begun! In the fourth installment of this series, NATSU makes an appearance.

WHITE SCORPION Serialization [Part 4] NATSU: &#8220;I want to be someone who shocks people&#8221;

 How did the cats change after meeting their owners? The 48 stories of shelter cats and their owners are included in the book "Happiness for All! Before and After Stories of Protective Cats" contains 48 stories of protective cats. We interviewed the author and editor of "Neko Biyori" about shelter cats.

The &#8220;before and after&#8221; story of a shelter cat and its owner, told in two photos.

 Kana Kitahara

 A special series of articles on the true faces of the idol group "WHITE SCORPION," produced by Akimoto Yasushi, has begun!

 A special series of articles on the true faces of the idol group "WHITE SCORPION," produced by Akimoto Yasushi, has begun! The third installment of the series features NICO.

WHITE SCORPION Serialization [Part 3] NICO: &#8220;I jumped in thinking it was my last bet.

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 On February 18, a fashion show for the global Lolita fashion brand "BABY" was held. Participating in the show was a model from the Netherlands named Ella Freya. We asked her about her background and her thoughts!

Dutch model &#8220;Ella Freya&#8221; shows off her stunning beauty on the runway of global &#8220;Lolita fashion&#8221;!

Right in front of Shinjuku 3-chome Subway Station, exit C5. Open from 19:00 to 24:00 (closed on Tuesdays) . 
Shinjuku Q Building 5F, 3-8-9 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 
3-8-9 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

 8bitcafe

 NES, SNES, Mega Drive... the classic games and game consoles of yesteryear are popular among inbound visitors. What are they coming to Japan's reggae spots from Europe, the U.S. and Asia looking for?

80% of customers are inbound visitors! Why are foreigners so enthusiastic about Japanese retro games?

 Rika Sasaki

 The author, an active influencer, reveals the "occupational disease of today. ......

 It's not a human right not to have nails," tweeted a friend of mine, an influencer with more than 100,000 followers. The other side of the seemingly glittering world. In this issue, I would like to talk a little about them.

The Dark Side of Influencers Nail Art and Allegations of Malicious Behavior

 A special series of articles on the true faces of the idol group "WHITE SCORPION," produced by Akimoto Yasushi, has begun! The second installment of the series features ACO.

WHITE SCORPION Serialization [Part 2] ACO: &#8220;We can&#8217;t lose to K-POP idols.

Sex industry journalist. As editor-in-chief of the sex industry magazine "Ore no Tabi" (My Journey) series, he has completely explored all of Japan's entertainment districts. His pen name is "Master Ikoma. Author of "Fuzoku no gendai shishi" (Modern History of Fuzoku) (Seidansha Publico). 
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 Akira Ikoma

 The "Reporto: Map of Japan's Otherworldly Realms" introduces the "otherworldly realms" that still exist throughout Japan. We interviewed sex journalist Akira Ikoma, who was in charge of "Shiki-gai" in the book, about the present and future of Shiki-gai as a "different world" that is disappearing.

A &#8220;theme park&#8221; that has suddenly appeared in a scenic spot in another world&#8230; Why are there still so many customers who are eager to visit &#8220;YUKOTO&#8221;?

Sex industry journalist. As editor-in-chief of the "Ore no Tabi" (My Trip) series of sex industry magazines, he has completely explored all of the nation's entertainment districts. His pen name is "Master Ikoma. Author of "Fuzoku no gendai shishi" (Modern History of Fuzoku) (Seidansha Publico). 
X (https://twitter.com/ikomashisyo)

 Reporto: Map of Japan's Otherworldly Realms" introduces the "otherworldly realms" that still exist throughout Japan. We interviewed entertainment journalist Akira Ikoma, who was in charge of the "Shiki-gai" in the book, about the present and future of Shiki-gai as a fading "otherworldly world.

Among the fading &#8220;other worlds&#8221;&#8230;there is only one place in the whole country! Tobita Shinchi&#8221; is bustling with people today.

 The author, who has been NEET for more than 12 years since graduating from high school, compiled his diary for five years during his junior and senior high school years in "Until I Became a NEET. What kind of days were behind the diary, which at first glance appears to be nothing more than a daily note-taking? We asked the author.

A Five-Year Diary of a NEET&#8217;s Life After High School Graduation

 Miyu Kurusu is a freelance writer. Her main areas of expertise are humanities, social issues, and subcultures, and she is active in reporting and writing articles for magazines, newspapers, the Internet, and other media. She is the author of numerous books.

 Miyu Kurusu

 Japan's adult industry has been constrained by the so-called "New AV Law. AI" has come to the rescue in the face of drastic restrictions on the availability of sexy actresses and the distribution of adult videos.

AI Sexy Actresses: Rescuing Japan&#8217;s Adult Entertainment Industry Amid Changing Times

 Takahiro Sezu

 We meet the vocal group "SHOW-WA," a group that has been attracting attention for its performances that revive Showa-era songs in Reiwa style!　We take a close look at the new group produced by Yasushi Akimoto.

 A direct interview with the vocal group "SHOW-WA," which has been attracting attention for its performances that revive Showa-era songs in Reiwa style!　We take a close look at the new group produced by Akimoto Yasushi.

The handsome men who sing in &#8220;Poka Poka&#8221; every day!　A six-member group, all over 30 years old, with &#8220;weed spirit&#8221; in their hearts!

 Born in 1973. After working for a publishing company and an advertising production company, she became a freelance writer. In addition to interviewing actors for weekly and monthly magazines, she writes columns on TV dramas for various media. His major publications include "All Important Things Are Taught by Morning Drama" (Ota Publishing Co., Ltd.).

 Wakako Takou

 On January 21, there was a hot topic among tokusatsu fans. That is, Akiko Inoue took charge of the script for the 19th episode of "Masked Rider Gatchard," which is currently airing. She is a member of the "splendid family of tokusatsu scriptwriters.

Showa, Heisei, Reiwa&#8230;The third generation debuts as a Masked Rider scriptwriter!　Legendary Inoue Family&#8217;s &#8220;Tale of Three Generations of Tokusatsu

 Noriyuki Okuyama

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 Mana

 Special Report] Five methods to dramatically improve your back pain in just five minutes a day! The key points are "iliopsoas muscle" and "gluteus maximus muscle"!

 Back pain is a national disease that affects one out of four Japanese people. Kengo Nakatani, Kansai's No. 1 "God Hand" healer, who has daringly confronted this difficult problem, teaches five methods to dramatically improve back pain in just five minutes a day!

The most powerful back pain exercises taught by Kengo Nakatani, the No. 1 &#8220;God Hand&#8221; healer in the Kansai area

 Eiichiro Miyata

 A special series of articles on the true faces of the idol group "WHITE SCORPION," produced by Akimoto Yasushi, has begun! The first article in this series features ALLY, the oldest member of the group.

Culture

New rival is “Costco”! The heat is on! The difference between victory and defeat in the “pizza delivery war

From Idol Support to Social Contribution: Unlocking the Potential of Car Stickers for Various Purposes

Bill Gates Awe at the 8.8-Meter Tapeworm and the Meguro Parasite Museum Unveiling the Reality of Parasites

White Scorpion: Part 7 ACE: “Beyond Skill: The Art of Delivery”

Akira Toriyama’s Phenomenal Popularity: Trending at No.1 on Weibo with 240 Million Views in Just One Hour, Unveiling the Secret Behind the Massive Buzz

WHITE SCORPION Serial [Part 6] COCO’s Ambition: “I Crave Recognition from These Eleven”

Mistakes in Flag Orientation Reveal Surprising Similarities Across Countries

Middle-aged and Older Men’s Surging Interest Revealed Through a 50-Year-Old Reporter’s Experience

Shohei Ohtani praised the best potato chips in his life! Calbee vs.

WHITE SCORPION Serialization [Part 4] NATSU: “I want to be someone who shocks people”

The “before and after” story of a shelter cat and its owner, told in two photos.

WHITE SCORPION Serialization [Part 3] NICO: “I jumped in thinking it was my last bet.

Dutch model “Ella Freya” shows off her stunning beauty on the runway of global “Lolita fashion”!

80% of customers are inbound visitors! Why are foreigners so enthusiastic about Japanese retro games?

The Dark Side of Influencers Nail Art and Allegations of Malicious Behavior

WHITE SCORPION Serialization [Part 2] ACO: “We can’t lose to K-POP idols.

A “theme park” that has suddenly appeared in a scenic spot in another world… Why are there still so many customers who are eager to visit “YUKOTO”?

Among the fading “other worlds”…there is only one place in the whole country! Tobita Shinchi” is bustling with people today.

A Five-Year Diary of a NEET’s Life After High School Graduation

AI Sexy Actresses: Rescuing Japan’s Adult Entertainment Industry Amid Changing Times

The handsome men who sing in “Poka Poka” every day!　A six-member group, all over 30 years old, with “weed spirit” in their hearts!

Showa, Heisei, Reiwa…The third generation debuts as a Masked Rider scriptwriter!　Legendary Inoue Family’s “Tale of Three Generations of Tokusatsu

The most powerful back pain exercises taught by Kengo Nakatani, the No. 1 “God Hand” healer in the Kansai area

WHITE SCORPION Series: ALLY “I Want to Say Tsukkomi in My Kansai Dialect”

Culture

New rival is “Costco”! The heat is on! The difference between victory and defeat in the “pizza delivery war

From Idol Support to Social Contribution: Unlocking the Potential of Car Stickers for Various Purposes

Bill Gates Awe at the 8.8-Meter Tapeworm and the Meguro Parasite Museum Unveiling the Reality of Parasites

White Scorpion: Part 7 ACE: “Beyond Skill: The Art of Delivery”

Akira Toriyama’s Phenomenal Popularity: Trending at No.1 on Weibo with 240 Million Views in Just One Hour, Unveiling the Secret Behind the Massive Buzz

WHITE SCORPION Serial [Part 6] COCO’s Ambition: “I Crave Recognition from These Eleven”

Mistakes in Flag Orientation Reveal Surprising Similarities Across Countries

Middle-aged and Older Men’s Surging Interest Revealed Through a 50-Year-Old Reporter’s Experience

Shohei Ohtani praised the best potato chips in his life! Calbee vs.

WHITE SCORPION Serialization [Part 4] NATSU: “I want to be someone who shocks people”

The “before and after” story of a shelter cat and its owner, told in two photos.

WHITE SCORPION Serialization [Part 3] NICO: “I jumped in thinking it was my last bet.

Dutch model “Ella Freya” shows off her stunning beauty on the runway of global “Lolita fashion”!

80% of customers are inbound visitors! Why are foreigners so enthusiastic about Japanese retro games?

The Dark Side of Influencers Nail Art and Allegations of Malicious Behavior

WHITE SCORPION Serialization [Part 2] ACO: “We can’t lose to K-POP idols.

A “theme park” that has suddenly appeared in a scenic spot in another world… Why are there still so many customers who are eager to visit “YUKOTO”?

Among the fading “other worlds”…there is only one place in the whole country! Tobita Shinchi” is bustling with people today.

A Five-Year Diary of a NEET’s Life After High School Graduation

AI Sexy Actresses: Rescuing Japan’s Adult Entertainment Industry Amid Changing Times

The handsome men who sing in “Poka Poka” every day! A six-member group, all over 30 years old, with “weed spirit” in their hearts!

Showa, Heisei, Reiwa…The third generation debuts as a Masked Rider scriptwriter! Legendary Inoue Family’s “Tale of Three Generations of Tokusatsu

The most powerful back pain exercises taught by Kengo Nakatani, the No. 1 “God Hand” healer in the Kansai area

WHITE SCORPION Series: ALLY “I Want to Say Tsukkomi in My Kansai Dialect”

The handsome men who sing in “Poka Poka” every day!　A six-member group, all over 30 years old, with “weed spirit” in their hearts!

Showa, Heisei, Reiwa…The third generation debuts as a Masked Rider scriptwriter!　Legendary Inoue Family’s “Tale of Three Generations of Tokusatsu