 Sayuri Saito

 Last month, the Mainichi Shimbun reported that two private day-care centers operated by a private company in Tokyo are recommending and mediating genetic testing to parents to determine their children's aptitude and talents. Can a child's abilities and aptitudes be determined by genetic testing?

Are Genetic Tests Necessary for Children? Understanding Why the Government is Reluctant to Regulate it

 Another "indecent" crime by an adult in a position to protect children has been uncovered. Junji Ishida, 38, who works at an elementary school in Tokyo, was arrested by the Ikebukuro Police Station of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department on April 28 on suspicion of indecency with consent for hugging a student at the elementary school where he works.

Unbelievable Excuse of a 38-Year-Old Elementary School Teacher Who Hugged a Male Student.

 Shinji Hasuo

 Tashiro, a self-employed man, was arrested on suspicion of smuggling and possessing guns. He said he was doing it "for the betterment of Japan," but what was he trying to do? The Internet has facilitated access to guns.

The Serious Intentions of a Suspect in his 20s who Crafted a Homemade Iron Pipe Gun to Attack Those Who Made This Country Unjust

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 The enthusiasm for junior high school entrance examinations in the Tokyo metropolitan area remains high. However, there has been a significant change in the trend toward schools of interest.

New Trends in the Heated Middle School Entrance Exam Scene: Tough Schools Maintain High Competition, While Middle Tier Schools See Surging Popularity

 Born in Tokyo in 2000. After attending an integrated school in Tokyo from elementary school to high school, she went on to Keio University. He is studying the sociology of downtown areas, including Kabukicho. He has been working as a writer since his graduation in March 2012.

 Sasaki Chihuahua

 A writer who graduated from Keio University and is crazy about hosiery describes the reality of Piena, Reiwa 6 years later, Kabukicho is now ...... No.91

 There is currently a debate on SNS in the Kabukicho area about the pros and cons of the "onnaibeshi. A nouchiken is a woman who works as a backstage staff member at a host club. What are the true feelings of the princesses (customers) about onnaikeshi?

Inside the Host Club: Controversy Surrounding the &#8216;Princess&#8217; Workers Sparks Debate

 Motoko Abekawa is 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

 The first tax return after the start of the invoice system has just been filed, and the "flat-rate tax reduction" will begin next month in June. The application rules and application procedures are complicated, and confusion is inevitable. Accountant Shinya Yamada also calls it a "riddle system.

Challenges Ahead for Sole Proprietors! The Complex World of &#8216;Fixed Tax Reduction&#8217; Starting in June &#8211; Confusion Looms Over Short-Lived System

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 A man working for a talent management company was arrested for indecently assaulting a high school girl he was producing. The suspect was involved in a cunning trick to evade the eyes of the girl's father.

A Malicious Producer Who Indecently Assaults A High School Girl Idol With A Cunning Criminal Technique

 Hiromi Kihara

 According to the "Survey on Lifestyles and Attitudes of Men and Women," nearly half of the "sexless" couples have not had sexual intercourse for a month or more, even if they have a spouse, according to the Japan Family Planning Association. However, a doctor who listens to the sexual problems of middle-aged and older adults revealed the real sexual situation in a candid manner.

Active Female Doctor Reveals Real Sexual Situations and ED Medication Use Among Middle-Aged and Elderly Men

 Hirotada Ototake, who ran unsuccessfully for the Tokyo 15th House of Representatives supplementary election, was attacked by a thug during a street speech on April 12. The man was apprehended and escaped harm, but there is no denying that security was inadequate. There is a big problem.

Intruder Strikes Otobu in Lower House By-Election Amid Security Concerns

 Atsuo Hase

 A surprising fraud was discovered at the Edogawa Ward Pharmaceutical Association. The former president of the association sold corona test kits to the ward for more than 15 million yen. This report delves into the actual situation.

Former Official Accused of Fraudulent Sale of COVID-19 Test Kits for 15.4 Million Yen

 Shinji Hamasaki

 Rurei Miura, an international political scientist, announced her divorce while her husband was in court. She said in the past that she was a major shareholder in her husband's company, acquiring 49% of its shares, and that she had also been a board member, which she said was "heavier than a marriage certificate." ......

Miura Ruri, Divorced Prior to Husband&#8217;s Trial, Fears Stigma as Criminal&#8217;s Wife After Separation

 Six bedrooms, nine bathrooms, huge front yard and pool...... '24 ranked 3rd in the World's Richest Man list, engaged last year to a former anchor six years younger than him

 Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has purchased a new mansion, his third. The price is "13.7 billion yen"! Six bedrooms, nine bathrooms, a vast front yard and a swimming pool......The world's richest man's "purchase" was all very grand.

Jeff Bezos Unveils Details of ¥137 Billion Luxury Mansion on Ultra-Wealthy Island in Florida

 Nonfiction writer. After working for the Sankei Shimbun in the National Police Agency Press Club, Metropolitan Police Department, Kanagawa Prefectural Police Department, Judicial Press Club, and National Tax Agency Press Club, he went freelance. His recent book is "How We Live: Money, Women, and Quitting Time of the Modern Yakuza" (Kodansha + Alpha Shinsho).

 Masahiro Ojima

 Takayuki Ogawauchi

 The "stand-up" crowd at Okubo Park in Shinjuku disappeared at the beginning of this year, partly due to the Metropolitan Police Department's stepped-up enforcement of the law. This spring, however, they are said to be making a comeback. The reasons for their return also seem to be changing. ......

Abolition of Hosts&#8217; Sales-on-Credit System Spurs Rapid Increase in Streetwalkers

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 Circle activities are beginning in earnest. While many of them may be fine, some of them, such as BADBOYS, which recently made headlines, are too bad to be true. We interviewed these circles to find out what they are really like.

Elite University&#8217;s Way-Too-Dangerous Circle: Lending Limousines to Intoxicate Freshman Girls

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 Giant ruins" are appearing all over China. They were developed by Chinese real estate giants. And it is not only private real estate that is in ruins. Projects under the leadership of President Xi Jinping are also being abandoned...

Xi Jinping&#8217;s Project Leads to Real Estate Bubble Collapse: Giant Ruins Emerge in China

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 As the debate on the "stable succession to the throne" is finally about to get underway...

 On April 12, Kako, the second daughter of the Akishino family, visited Meiji Shrine in a long pale mint green dress. Kako smiled during her visit to the shrine, but despite her expression, some say that her "feelings must be complicated. What is the reason for this?

Princess Kako of the Akishino Family Unveils Smile&#8217;s Behind-the-Scenes at Meiji Shrine Visit

 Makoto Mochizuki

 In this issue of Playback, we take a look back at what this magazine was reporting 10, 20, and 30 years ago. In the April 22, 1994 issue, we report on the appearance of "standing girls" as prostitution by high school girls became a topic of conversation in the media.

Playback &#8217;94] High School Girls Who Take Time Off from School to &#8220;Prostitute&#8221; Go Directly to Hotels When Called on

 Born in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. At the age of 31, he became a reporter for FRIDAY and has reported numerous scoops. Since then, he has continued to work mainly for weekly magazines. Currently he also appears on TV and radio as a commentator.

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (Entertainment Journalist)

 Kojiro Yamada

 The illegal gambling problem by Ippei Mizuhara, an interpreter, surprised not only Japan but also the world. He was charged with "bank fraud," but in the U.S., bashing of Shohei Otani still continues from some people. ......

Shohei Ohtani, &#8220;Involved&#8221; in the Ippei Mizuhara Suspect, Was Bashed in the U.S., &#8220;Unreported in Japan

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 Heita Kawakatsu, the governor of Shizuoka Prefecture, resigned due to inappropriate remarks. However, his resignation has triggered an outbreak of problems regarding the Linear Line construction project in Shizuoka Prefecture.

Governor Heita Kawakatsu&#8217;s Resignation Causes Further Chaos&#8230; &#8220;Linear Construction&#8221; Real Intentions and Pretensions Revealed in Shizuoka Prefecture

 Kei Kato (Nonfiction writer)

 He was paid about 360,000 yen a month, passed several hundred times the exam to become a sniper, and was seriously wounded in battle last November.

 Russia's military invasion of Ukraine began on February 24, '22. Two years have passed since the outbreak, and there is only one Japanese "volunteer soldier in the Russian army. He is currently recuperating from his injuries and reveals the reason why he is fighting against Ukraine.

Interview] Daisaku Kaneko, the only Japanese &#8220;Volunteer Soldier in the Russian Army,&#8221; reveals &#8220;Why I am fighting against Ukraine.

 Nonfiction writer. After working for the Sankei Shimbun newspaper as a reporter for the National Police Agency, the Metropolitan Police Department, the Kanagawa Prefectural Police Department, the Judicial Press Club, and the National Tax Agency Press Club, he became a freelance writer. His recent book is "How We Live: Money, Women, and Quitting Time of the Modern Yakuza" (Kodansha + Alpha Shinsho).

 While the "split war" of the Yamaguchigumi VI is marking its 10th year this summer, a "mysterious membership list" is circulating about the Ikeda-gumi and the Kizuna-kai, two prestigious gangs that were formerly the main gangs of the rival Kobe Yamaguchigumi. What is the surprising content written there? ......

The contents of the &#8220;mysterious membership list&#8221; of a prestigious gang leaked to related parties.

 She began energetically participating in Imperial family events, even giving up her holidays!

 Princess Aiko, the eldest daughter of the Emperor, attended her first garden party. Dressed in a pale pink dress, she flashed an infectious smile. Recently, she has been making more solo appearances, and she has been full of motivation, giving up her holidays to participate in imperial events.

Princess Aiko&#8217;s Unwavering Faith in Her Bright Smile at Her First Garden Party

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 Yuri Adachi (direct interview), Kyodo News (speech)

 The Tokyo 15 by-election has been announced for April 28. One thing that could affect the outcome of the election is the "academic fraud scandal" involving Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike. What is on the mind of the governor herself?

Rekindling of the &#8220;academic fraud scandal&#8221; signals a return to national politics! &#8230;Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike&#8217;s &#8220;misguided reply&#8221; to this magazine&#8217;s direct question

Pen name is Master Ikoma. He is the editor-in-chief of "Ore no Tabi" series. His motto is to conduct thorough on-the-spot reporting, and he has completely explored all of the entertainment districts in Japan. As a freelance editorial reporter, he continues "Ore no Tabi" through articles in magazines and websites as well as his own SNS. He is the co-author of "Fuzoku no Gendai Shi" (A Modern History of Fuzoku) and "Rupo Nihon no Irokai Chizu" (A Map of Different Worlds in Japan). As a writer, I am a traveler.

 Akira Ikoma

 Tobita Shinchi is the busiest entertainment district in Japan. Akira Ikoma, a sex journalist who has covered the area for many years, reports closely on Tobita Shinchi for 24 hours, showing the current state of Tobita Shinchi and how to "walk around" the area.

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Are Genetic Tests Necessary for Children? Understanding Why the Government is Reluctant to Regulate it

Unbelievable Excuse of a 38-Year-Old Elementary School Teacher Who Hugged a Male Student.

The Serious Intentions of a Suspect in his 20s who Crafted a Homemade Iron Pipe Gun to Attack Those Who Made This Country Unjust

New Trends in the Heated Middle School Entrance Exam Scene: Tough Schools Maintain High Competition, While Middle Tier Schools See Surging Popularity

Inside the Host Club: Controversy Surrounding the ‘Princess’ Workers Sparks Debate

Challenges Ahead for Sole Proprietors! The Complex World of ‘Fixed Tax Reduction’ Starting in June – Confusion Looms Over Short-Lived System

A Malicious Producer Who Indecently Assaults A High School Girl Idol With A Cunning Criminal Technique

Active Female Doctor Reveals Real Sexual Situations and ED Medication Use Among Middle-Aged and Elderly Men

Intruder Strikes Otobu in Lower House By-Election Amid Security Concerns

Former Official Accused of Fraudulent Sale of COVID-19 Test Kits for 15.4 Million Yen

Miura Ruri, Divorced Prior to Husband’s Trial, Fears Stigma as Criminal’s Wife After Separation

Jeff Bezos Unveils Details of ¥137 Billion Luxury Mansion on Ultra-Wealthy Island in Florida

Abolition of Hosts’ Sales-on-Credit System Spurs Rapid Increase in Streetwalkers

Elite University’s Way-Too-Dangerous Circle: Lending Limousines to Intoxicate Freshman Girls

Xi Jinping’s Project Leads to Real Estate Bubble Collapse: Giant Ruins Emerge in China

Princess Kako of the Akishino Family Unveils Smile’s Behind-the-Scenes at Meiji Shrine Visit

Playback ’94] High School Girls Who Take Time Off from School to “Prostitute” Go Directly to Hotels When Called on

Shohei Ohtani, “Involved” in the Ippei Mizuhara Suspect, Was Bashed in the U.S., “Unreported in Japan

Governor Heita Kawakatsu’s Resignation Causes Further Chaos… “Linear Construction” Real Intentions and Pretensions Revealed in Shizuoka Prefecture

Interview] Daisaku Kaneko, the only Japanese “Volunteer Soldier in the Russian Army,” reveals “Why I am fighting against Ukraine.

The contents of the “mysterious membership list” of a prestigious gang leaked to related parties.

Princess Aiko’s Unwavering Faith in Her Bright Smile at Her First Garden Party

Rekindling of the “academic fraud scandal” signals a return to national politics! …Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike’s “misguided reply” to this magazine’s direct question

How to walk in Tobita Shinchi, a thorough guide to Japan’s most glamorous entertainment district, which attracts men from all over the world