 Representative Director of Malibu Japan Co., Ltd. and Specially Appointed Professor at Graduate School of Project Design, Graduate School of Business Administration. After working for Mitsubishi Bank, Citigroup Securities, Citibank, and others, he established the company in 2013. He has visited more than 60 countries around the world. He is an expert on resorts in Japan and abroad, including the Bahamas, Maldives, Palau, Malibu, Los Cabos, Dubai, Hawaii, Niseko, Kyoto, and Okinawa. He graduated from Keio University in 1993 with a bachelor's degree in economics and received a master's degree in economics from Aoyama Gakuin University in 2000. His many publications include "Bank Zero Era" (Asahi Shimbun Publications), "Why Niseko Only Became a World Resort" (Kodansha + alpha Shinsho), "The Extinction of Regional Banks" (Heibonsha), and "Super Rich People Don't Need 'Hospitality'" (Kodansha + alpha Shinsho).

 Katsuhide Takahashi

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 The weak yen and high prices have made Hawaii and Europe unaffordable.... The top 7 safe, direct, and cost-effective overseas destinations you should aim for now are all here!　What are the best cheap destinations, such as Mongolia and Palau, that will give you great satisfaction?

Tired of Korea, Hawaii Too Expensive Travel Pros Reveal 7 Best High-Value Overseas Destinations Now

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 White-collar taxi drivers have become a problem at airports and popular tourist spots. The most popular spot in Tokyo, Shibuya's Mega Donki area, is said to be a common gathering place for them. We spoke to a taxi driver there and found out the "reason" why they wait for customers at this location.

Hidden in Plain Sight Why Illegal Taxis Are Flocking to a Popular Shibuya Hotspot

 Shinji Hasuo

 A former executive of a company was arrested for indecent assault on a woman in her thirties who came for a job interview. The man made the woman believe that he had made her a job offer, and then committed the act in a closed room alone with her. The whole vile crime can be viewed at .......

Executive Accused of Assaulting Job Applicant After Alcohol Coercion

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 Jiji Press (1st and 3rd photos), Asahi Shimbun (2nd photo)

 The illegal scout group "Natural" is the largest and the "most dangerous" in Japan. The top leader of this terrifying organization, which has an inside man in the police department's anti-gang division, has been arrested. However, the impact of the arrest seems to be minimal...

Even Chairman’s Arrest Fails to Shake Illegal Scout Ring with Police Leak Ties

 Takehiko Kohiyama

 Rui Sakuragi, one of the top actresses in the golden age of porn, has published her first "semi-autobiographical novel. What did she do after her retirement, which was not mentioned in the book, and what did she do after she disappeared from the stage and there was even a "death theory" about her. We interviewed her directly.

Beyond the Novel What Happened After Sakuragi Rui Revealed Her Past in “The Naked Queen” Interview

 Kyodo (1st photo), Nakahira (2nd photo)

 The body of Yuki Adachi, a sixth grader, was found in Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture, where he is missing. Yuki's backpack and shoes were found in separate locations, but the relationship between them and the body is not ......

Mystery Deepens After Child’s Body Found in Nantan Unease Surrounds Backpack and Shoes

 Masayoshi Katayama (Journalist)

 A tanker ran aground in Ichihara, Chiba. This tanker had an accident last year as well. In recent years, ship accidents have been occurring one after another. In the background, there is a global shortage of labor. The general public is no stranger to this. This is a shipping risk that could lead to a serious oil shortage.

Oil Supply Risks Go Beyond Hormuz Strait Fears Tanker Grounding in Chiba Raises Alarm

 On April 7, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department announced the arrest of a man said to be a "candidate for the next chairman" of Sumiyoshi-kai for violation of the Organized Crime Punishment Law. The Sumiyoshikai had just arrested members of the Kouhei family, which is part of the Sumiyoshikai. An underworld journalist tells the "inside story" of the arrest.

Expert Analysis: Arrest of a Yakuza Successor Candidate Over Alleged Use of Illegally Purchased Vehicle—What’s Behind It

 Kyodo News

 A doctor at a well-known clinic in Kabukicho was arrested for the seventh time on suspicion of non-consensual sexual intercourse. He was arrested for the seventh time for allegedly "confining" a female patient in her twenties in his clinic and performing indecent acts on her. The following is a full report of the dastardly tactics and the victim's statement.

Re-arrested Doctor Faces New Allegations Over Clinic Detention of Young Patient

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 There are rumors that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is not getting along with Chief Cabinet Counselor Imai, who is said to have plotted the early dissolution of the Diet and led to her victory in the lower house elections. She has been criticized within the LDP for being a "laggard." ......

Prime Minister Takaichi&#8217;s Denial of Imai&#8217;s &#8220;Report&#8221; of Chief Cabinet Counselor&#8217;s &#8220;Ouster&#8221; and the &#8220;Movement within the Party&#8221; that Causes a Rift

 After working as a money writer, financial planner, and market analyst for a securities company, Matsuoka became independent in 1996. He writes articles on finance and asset management mainly for business and economic magazines. Author of "A Textbook for the First Year of Robo-Advisor Investing" and "Understanding with Rich Illustrations! The book is entitled "Cashless Payments: How to Benefit from Cashless Payments". X (former Twitter)→@1847mattsuu

 Kenji Matsuoka

 A strange change in the ¥500 trillion "private credit" market!　Against the backdrop of the spread of AI and high oil prices, the footsteps of a "second Lehman crisis" involving Japan's pension funds are approaching. This article provides an in-depth look at the seeds of the next financial crisis.

What &#8220;cockroaches&#8221; lurk in the market? Countdown to the &#8220;Second Lehman Crisis,&#8221; which also endangers Japan&#8217;s pensions

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 Soaring rents for rental properties are casting a dark shadow over university students and working adults who will start their new lives in April. They are finding it impossible to rent a room at the price they had expected. We asked university students and working adults about the reality of this situation.

Rental properties in Tokyo have skyrocketed!　A number of people are unable to make a new start in April&#8221; because they can&#8217;t find a house.

 Nakahira

 Twenty days have passed since a fifth-grade boy went missing in Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture. His whereabouts are still unknown, and many mysteries remain. Meanwhile, attention is focused on what can be done to protect children from suspicious persons. We spoke with an expert.

Unidentified boy, 6th grade, Kyoto: Sneakers found!　While the scene of the crime was agitated&#8230; &#8220;Measures against suspicious persons toward children&#8221; is attracting attention.

 The Japan Innovation Party, which formed a coalition with the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) to become the ruling party, is now getting serious about realizing its long-cherished plan for an Osaka metropolitan government. Governor Yoshimura is now moving forward to realize the "dream" that his predecessors, Hashimoto Toru and Matsui Ichiro, have failed to realize. ......

Prefectural Assembly to be reduced from 79 to 29 in response to the &#8220;people&#8217;s&#8221; vote&#8230;Governor Yoshimura&#8217;s &#8220;tricks&#8221; to realize the &#8220;Osaka Metropolis Concept&#8221;.

 Hideki Asai

 I can't tell my daughter to come home..." ...Sexual harassment, public scrutiny, no work. The cruel reality of young women abandoning rural areas. Data from the worst prefectures in terms of out-migration reveals the suffocating nature of old gender roles and the public's view of them. This report looks at how to change attitudes to prevent the disappearance of rural areas.

&#8216;I can&#8217;t tell my daughter to come home&#8217;&#8230;Sexual harassment, public scrutiny, no work. The day young women abandon the countryside

 Shikama Aki

 Domestic travel is drastically changing as Generation Z moves away from rental cars!　Why they are avoiding the accident-prone Miyako Island and choosing Atami for its stress-avoiding "men-pa" factor. We look at the reality of car-free travel among young people and Okinawa's impatience.

Domestic Travel: Accident-Ridden Remote Islands and &#8220;Atami&#8221; Chosen by Taipa and Mompa

 Masao Nakabayashi

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 On March 28, the Takanawa Gateway City and Oimachi Tracks complexes were fully opened at the same time, and we asked what the true value of this large-scale redevelopment project, in which JR East has spent a massive 600 billion yen, is, and what pundits pointed out as "concerns.

JR’s ¥600 Billion Urban Projects Show Strong Momentum, Yet Concerns Persist Over Long-Term Viability

 Ryo Nakahira

 On March 30, an appeals court ruled in favor of a former child care worker accused of indecency with young children and violating the Child Pornography Law. What was the surprising motive that led the defendant, who is alleged to have sexually assaulted at least 25 young children, to commit such a string of crimes?

Ex-Nursery Staff Member Accused of Child Sexual Abuse in Case Involving 25 Victims; Probe Focuses on Psychological Factors

 JMPA

 Princess Noriko and Princess Kako of Akishino no Miya visited the Yamamura Goryu Ikebana Exhibition. It is rare for a mother and child to be seen together on official business. Their relationship is rumored to have become strained after the marriage of their eldest daughter, Mako. The following is a report on how the two were able to see an exhibition of ikebana together.

Empress Kiko and Princess Kako Appear Together at Rare Joint Official Engagement Amid Shifts After Mako’s Marriage

 Born in Yamagata Prefecture in 1983, Yoko Tunemochi worked for 10 years in the editorial department of a health information magazine, editing monthly magazines and web media before becoming a freelance writer. Currently, she interviews, plans, and writes about doctors and specialists, focusing on health care and medical fields.

 Yoko Kemmochi

 Afro (1st photo)

 A psychiatrist who overcame 7 years of depression teaches the power of Japanese food. 10,000 people were surveyed and it was found that Japanese food is a diet that regulates the intestines and improves mental health.　The secret to regaining mental and physical health without relying on drugs is discussed.

Surviving Seven Years of Hell — How Japanese Cuisine Helped a Psychiatrist Overcome Depression

 Shinsuke Sakai

 Kazuhiko Nakamura (1st photo), Shinsuke Sakai (2nd photo)

 The situation in Iran is unpredictable. As Japan's energy market becomes more and more confusing, we spoke with a leading energy researcher. He says, "Crude oil is safe and sound," but "the real crisis lies elsewhere. What does he really mean by that?

“Oil Won’t Break Yet”—But Iran’s Turmoil Hides a Far Greater Energy Threat, Says Leading Researcher

 A 49-year-old son was arrested in Kawasaki City on suspicion of attempted murder for attempting to kill his mother by wrapping plastic around her neck. An argument over "the TV not coming on" is said to have been the trigger. ...... We spoke to a social psychologist.

&#8220;The TV Didn’t Work&#8221;—How a Simple Household Issue Escalated Into a Fatal Family Conflict

 Motoko Abegawa works as a freelance writer mainly for the web. She is also involved in the production of books and corporate PR magazines. She does not specialize in any particular field, but covers a wide range of topics that intrigue her, including history, comedy, health, beauty, travel, gourmet food, and nursing care.

 Motoko Abekawa

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 The reason for inefficiency at work is "overuse of the brain

 Warning] "Double screens" on your PC and smartphone are destroying your brain! What is the true nature of brain fatigue that is hard to be aware of? Experts will tell you the NG behaviors and the most powerful countermeasure you can take right now: "Cutting off your smartphone in the restroom".

Double Screening on PC and Smartphone Is Wrecking Your Brain: The Hidden Cause of Unnoticed Fatigue

 On the evening of April 2, a third-grade girl was struck and killed by a car driven by a 20-year-old man while crossing a pedestrian crossing in Yokohama City. The accident occurred at an intersection without a traffic light, and a well-informed person pointed out the suspect's "serious negligence.

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Tired of Korea, Hawaii Too Expensive Travel Pros Reveal 7 Best High-Value Overseas Destinations Now

Hidden in Plain Sight Why Illegal Taxis Are Flocking to a Popular Shibuya Hotspot

Executive Accused of Assaulting Job Applicant After Alcohol Coercion

Even Chairman’s Arrest Fails to Shake Illegal Scout Ring with Police Leak Ties

Beyond the Novel What Happened After Sakuragi Rui Revealed Her Past in “The Naked Queen” Interview

Mystery Deepens After Child’s Body Found in Nantan Unease Surrounds Backpack and Shoes

Oil Supply Risks Go Beyond Hormuz Strait Fears Tanker Grounding in Chiba Raises Alarm

Expert Analysis: Arrest of a Yakuza Successor Candidate Over Alleged Use of Illegally Purchased Vehicle—What’s Behind It

Re-arrested Doctor Faces New Allegations Over Clinic Detention of Young Patient

Prime Minister Takaichi’s Denial of Imai’s “Report” of Chief Cabinet Counselor’s “Ouster” and the “Movement within the Party” that Causes a Rift

What “cockroaches” lurk in the market? Countdown to the “Second Lehman Crisis,” which also endangers Japan’s pensions

Rental properties in Tokyo have skyrocketed!　A number of people are unable to make a new start in April” because they can’t find a house.

Unidentified boy, 6th grade, Kyoto: Sneakers found!　While the scene of the crime was agitated… “Measures against suspicious persons toward children” is attracting attention.

Prefectural Assembly to be reduced from 79 to 29 in response to the “people’s” vote…Governor Yoshimura’s “tricks” to realize the “Osaka Metropolis Concept”.

‘I can’t tell my daughter to come home’…Sexual harassment, public scrutiny, no work. The day young women abandon the countryside

Domestic Travel: Accident-Ridden Remote Islands and “Atami” Chosen by Taipa and Mompa

JR’s ¥600 Billion Urban Projects Show Strong Momentum, Yet Concerns Persist Over Long-Term Viability

Ex-Nursery Staff Member Accused of Child Sexual Abuse in Case Involving 25 Victims; Probe Focuses on Psychological Factors

Empress Kiko and Princess Kako Appear Together at Rare Joint Official Engagement Amid Shifts After Mako’s Marriage

Surviving Seven Years of Hell — How Japanese Cuisine Helped a Psychiatrist Overcome Depression

“Oil Won’t Break Yet”—But Iran’s Turmoil Hides a Far Greater Energy Threat, Says Leading Researcher

“The TV Didn’t Work”—How a Simple Household Issue Escalated Into a Fatal Family Conflict

Double Screening on PC and Smartphone Is Wrecking Your Brain: The Hidden Cause of Unnoticed Fatigue

“I’ll Never Forget You, I Love You”—Third-Grade Girl Killed at Crosswalk as 20-Year-Old Suspect’s Critical Negligence Comes to Light

News

Tired of Korea, Hawaii Too Expensive Travel Pros Reveal 7 Best High-Value Overseas Destinations Now

Hidden in Plain Sight Why Illegal Taxis Are Flocking to a Popular Shibuya Hotspot

Executive Accused of Assaulting Job Applicant After Alcohol Coercion

Even Chairman’s Arrest Fails to Shake Illegal Scout Ring with Police Leak Ties

Beyond the Novel What Happened After Sakuragi Rui Revealed Her Past in “The Naked Queen” Interview

Mystery Deepens After Child’s Body Found in Nantan Unease Surrounds Backpack and Shoes

Oil Supply Risks Go Beyond Hormuz Strait Fears Tanker Grounding in Chiba Raises Alarm

Expert Analysis: Arrest of a Yakuza Successor Candidate Over Alleged Use of Illegally Purchased Vehicle—What’s Behind It

Re-arrested Doctor Faces New Allegations Over Clinic Detention of Young Patient

Prime Minister Takaichi’s Denial of Imai’s “Report” of Chief Cabinet Counselor’s “Ouster” and the “Movement within the Party” that Causes a Rift

What “cockroaches” lurk in the market? Countdown to the “Second Lehman Crisis,” which also endangers Japan’s pensions

Rental properties in Tokyo have skyrocketed! A number of people are unable to make a new start in April” because they can’t find a house.

Unidentified boy, 6th grade, Kyoto: Sneakers found! While the scene of the crime was agitated… “Measures against suspicious persons toward children” is attracting attention.

Prefectural Assembly to be reduced from 79 to 29 in response to the “people’s” vote…Governor Yoshimura’s “tricks” to realize the “Osaka Metropolis Concept”.

‘I can’t tell my daughter to come home’…Sexual harassment, public scrutiny, no work. The day young women abandon the countryside

Domestic Travel: Accident-Ridden Remote Islands and “Atami” Chosen by Taipa and Mompa

JR’s ¥600 Billion Urban Projects Show Strong Momentum, Yet Concerns Persist Over Long-Term Viability

Ex-Nursery Staff Member Accused of Child Sexual Abuse in Case Involving 25 Victims; Probe Focuses on Psychological Factors

Empress Kiko and Princess Kako Appear Together at Rare Joint Official Engagement Amid Shifts After Mako’s Marriage

Surviving Seven Years of Hell — How Japanese Cuisine Helped a Psychiatrist Overcome Depression

“Oil Won’t Break Yet”—But Iran’s Turmoil Hides a Far Greater Energy Threat, Says Leading Researcher

“The TV Didn’t Work”—How a Simple Household Issue Escalated Into a Fatal Family Conflict

Double Screening on PC and Smartphone Is Wrecking Your Brain: The Hidden Cause of Unnoticed Fatigue

“I’ll Never Forget You, I Love You”—Third-Grade Girl Killed at Crosswalk as 20-Year-Old Suspect’s Critical Negligence Comes to Light

Rental properties in Tokyo have skyrocketed!　A number of people are unable to make a new start in April” because they can’t find a house.

Unidentified boy, 6th grade, Kyoto: Sneakers found!　While the scene of the crime was agitated… “Measures against suspicious persons toward children” is attracting attention.