 Kota Ishii (Nonfiction Writer)

 Courtesy of the bereaved family, Kyodo News, and others

 In August 2020, a 21-year-old woman was stabbed to death by a juvenile at a commercial facility in Fukuoka. A court ruling ordered the juvenile’s mother to pay damages, finding her partially responsible for the crime. Nonfiction writer Kōta Ishii interviewed the bereaved family and others. This is the [Part 2] of that series.

&#8220;She Should Feel Our Pain&#8221;—Victim&#8217;s Family Speaks Out as Shocking Abuse Allegations Emerge

 Akira Ikoma

 Amidst an increasingly bad economy, including high oil prices due to the Iranian war, the number of very cheap adult entertainment establishments is said to be on the increase. Akira Ikoma, a sex industry journalist, explains the history of the super-expensive sex industry, which has been increasing in number every time there has been a recession.

Economic Crisis, Falling Prices, Growing Industry? The Untold Story of Japan&#8217;s Budget Sex Trade

 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

 An unknown young man who had a debt of 15 million yen due to an investment scam and suffered from depression. This is the story of how a young man who had been in the depths of a depression turned his life around by selling 37,710,000 yen in one day on "note".

From ¥15 Million in Debt and Depression to ¥37.7 Million in a Single Day—The Comeback Strategy That Changed Everything

 Midori Shirakami

 Shinji Hasuo

 A man in his 20s was arrested on June 3 for sexually assaulting a junior high school girl in Toyoko and videotaping the assault. The man, who was said to be friendly and well-liked, also had a "secret face. We interviewed him at the scene.

&#8220;Pay With Your Body&#8221;—The Dark Reputation of the Man Arrested in the To-Yoko Teen Assault Case

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 Prime Minister Takaichi brought the LDP an overwhelming victory in the general election. However, behind the scenes, he is being pursued for allegedly posting "negative-campaign videos" against other parties. The pursuit, which began with Bunshun, has now been followed by the major media outlets. ......

Why Japan&#8217;s Biggest News Organizations Are Suddenly Zeroing In on the Takaichi Camp Controversy

 Journalist and photographer. Born in Osaka. After graduating from university, joined the Yomiuri Shimbun. After working in the Matsuyama bureau and Osaka head office, he became a freelance photographer. Currently, his main genre of work is travel, especially airplanes and airports. He has extensive experience in both domestic and overseas coverage. She is a lecturer at Nikon College. Co-author of "The Best Travel Guide for Women Traveling Abroad Alone [Latest Edition]" etc. X/ Instagram : @akishikama

 Shikama Aki

 Afro

 You may find yourself losing a lot of money due to overseas credit card fees!　With the weak yen and rising interest rates, "overseas handling fees" are soaring to nearly 5%. This article provides a thorough explanation of next-generation payment services and the latest self-protection measures to avoid being unknowingly exploited.

Still Paying 5% Overseas Card Fees? Meet the Next-Generation Card That Could Save You a Fortune

 Self-medication promoted by the government. Cialis and Rozerem have recently become over-the-counter drugs and have become a major topic of conversation. A doctor explains the risks that the medical community is concerned about while the use of these drugs is increasing.

Could Over-the-Counter Cialis and Rozerem Come With Hidden Dangers? Experts Warn of Overlooked Risks

 Prime Minister Takaichi has announced a consumption tax cut for next spring. He is pushing ahead to fulfill his general election pledge to reduce the consumption tax on food to 0%, but behind the scenes, there is a hidden political agenda as well. ......

A 1% Sales Tax Shock? The Political Strategy Behind Takashi&#8217;s Local Election Ambitions

 The Luffy Group shook up the Japanese archipelago with a wide-area robbery by a "black market job. The following is an excerpt from the new book, "Luffy in the Cage: The Creators of YAKUBYTE," to be released on June 24.

&#8220;He&#8217;s Like the Devil&#8221;—Even a Top Luffy Group Lieutenant Was Shocked by the Ultimate Betrayal

 The "Luffy Group" shook the Japanese archipelago with a wide-area robbery by a "blackout job. This is an excerpted and re-edited version of the contents of the new book "Luffy in the Cage: Those Who Gave Birth to Yami Byte," released on June 24, which describes the inside story of the heinous incident.

Victim Lists From a Mystery Source—The Full Story Behind Japan&#8217;s Infamous Luffy Robbery Ring

 Sari Yoshizawa

 The term "daddy's life" has been around for a long time, but it is rare to find a man who has as many as 12 girlfriends. He has a rotation of 12 girlfriends, and before he passes away, he will bequeath a huge amount of money to his heirs. What does the king of papa's life aspire to?

&#8220;I&#8217;ll Leave Each of Them ¥100 Million&#8221;—Inside the Unusual Philosophy of Japan&#8217;s 64-Year-Old Papa Katsu King

 A new type of reporting and information team consisting of people from the media, bureaucracy, politics, IT, etc. The team works with domestic and international organizations, and is mainly engaged in investigative reporting and documentary production.

 Nihonbashi Group*.

 Kyodo News (1st photo)

 While popular Trekkies such as Pokékas, which have skyrocketed in price, have become the target of investment and resale, they are being misused by anti-social forces and foreign countries for money laundering and fund transfers. The following is an explanation of how this is being done.

Booming Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! Card Prices Raise Alarms Over Criminal Money Laundering Schemes

 Yuki Ishikawa (Journalist)

 The Child Guidance Center has been in the spotlight due to the trouble over the assault on his eldest daughter by Shinnosuke Abe, who resigned as manager of the Giants. There has been much criticism. Was the response misguided? An expert on family problems makes clear the serious reality of child abuse. This is the second part.

&#8220;His Hobby Was Domestic Violence&#8221;—Shocking Testimonies From the Front Lines of Child Abuse

 Kyodo News

 The Child Guidance Center has been in the spotlight because of the trouble over the assault on his eldest daughter by Shinnosuke Abe, who resigned as manager of the Giants. There has been much criticism. Was the response wrong? An expert on family problems clarifies the serious reality of child abuse. This is the first part.

A Daughter&#8217;s Heartbreaking Letter Sparks Backlash—What the Shinnosuke Abe Incident Reveals About a Troubled System

 The Numbers 4 lottery, which started on October 7, 1994, will celebrate its 7,000th edition on June 8, 1994. What numbers to aim for on such a milestone? ......

Experts target &#8220;this number&#8221; for the &#8220;milestone&#8221; of &#8220;Numbers 4,&#8221; which finally reaches 7,000 times.

 Takero Yui (1st and 2nd), Junsei Todoroki (3rd to 5th)

 In this issue of Playback, we take a look back at what we reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. Katopan left Fuji Television at the end of April 2004. We will introduce her farewell party held by her colleagues who joined the company at the end of April '16.

Playback &#8217;16] Rescuing a Drunken Classmate&#8230;Katopan, Who Left Fuji, Shows Her &#8220;Dignity as an Ace&#8221; at the Farewell Party.

 In the case of the murder of Eiko Tomiyama, a resident of a house in Kamimikawa-cho, Tochigi Prefecture, two suspects, Kaito Takemae and Miyui Takemae, were arrested. We interviewed the wife, Miyui, to find out more about her "true face." ......

Tochigi Robbery and Murder: Wife Mie Takemae, the Suspect: A Girl Bullied for Her Appearance Became a Bully in Her School Days

 Masayoshi Katayama (Journalist)

 Misinterpretation of the new law -- Experts say it is "out of the ordinary

 In Tomigaya, Shibuya-ku, one of Tokyo's most prestigious residential areas, an 8-meter-high landslide wall has been built without permission under the Fill Regulation Law, raising concerns about landslides caused by heavy rain or a major earthquake. Experts criticize the construction without measures to prevent landslides as 'out of the ordinary.

Heavy Rain Causes &#8220;Catastrophe&#8221; Crisis&#8230;Unauthorized [8-meter-high wall of earth and sand] appears in an upscale residential area in Shibuya, and the neighbors are furiously protesting!

 A 66-year-old father murdered his own 11-year-old child. The father stated that he could not leave his son alone. There is a possibility that he tried to forcefully kill his son, but pundits declare that there are "no extenuating circumstances. The reason for this can be found at .......

&#8220;I Couldn&#8217;t Leave Him Alone&#8221;—Court Says 66-Year-Old Father Who Strangled His Son Deserves No Leniency

 A self-proclaimed osteopathic physician was arrested on charges of non-consensual sexual intercourse. The man denies the charges, saying that he only hugged and kissed her a few times. The man, who has appeared on TV before, has been seen with celebrities at his chiropractic clinic.

&#8220;We Only Hugged and Kissed&#8221;—Celebrity-Favored Therapist Arrested on Sexual Assault Suspicion as Hidden Side Comes to Light

 On May 28, two men, aged 20 and 19, were arrested for attempting to commit robbery by gathering on a street in Edogawa Ward, Tokyo. The "underworld robbery incidents" have continued since the robbery and murder in Tochigi. An underworld journalist explains why the incidents continue.

&#8220;I Came With People I Didn&#8217;t Even Know&#8221;—Inside the Shadowy Recruitment Behind Japan&#8217;s Robbery Ring Epidemic

 Naoto Kato

 In the central district of Tsu City, Mie Prefecture, a young Minami leader of the Kodokai, the core organization of the Yamaguchigumi VI, made an appearance. He visited the headquarters of the local Kamiya family. While investigators are on the lookout, what was the purpose of Wakao Minami's visit to the headquarters of another organization?

Top Kodo-kai Executives Gather for Rare Loyalty Ritual—Inside a Notorious Yakuza Ceremony

 Writer, born in 1973. After working for a publishing company and an advertising production company, became a freelance writer. She interviews actors for weekly and monthly magazines and writes columns on dramas for various media. His major publications include "All the Important Things Are Taught by Morning Drama" (Ota Publishing Co., Ltd.).

 Wakako Takou

 Mayumi Abe

 Fierce Bullying and the Days Saved by Manga - Interview with Akio Nitori, Chairman of Nitori HD

 Unable to keep things in order" and "fierce bullying"... Akio Nitori, Chairman of Nitori HD, who was diagnosed with a developmental disorder at the age of 74, speaks out in great detail. We will find out how a boy who was incapable of doing many things created a company with sales of 900 billion yen.

&#8220;I&#8217;ve Always Struggled With Organization&#8221;—Nitori Chairman Reflects on a Lifetime of Challenges and Extraordinary Success

 A former Citizen executive who had been on the run for about a year and nine months was arrested on suspicion of embezzlement in the course of his duties. The man is believed to have embezzled and sold 420 watches worth 96 million yen over a period of four years and five months. What were the details of his crime?

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“She Should Feel Our Pain”—Victim’s Family Speaks Out as Shocking Abuse Allegations Emerge

Economic Crisis, Falling Prices, Growing Industry? The Untold Story of Japan’s Budget Sex Trade

From ¥15 Million in Debt and Depression to ¥37.7 Million in a Single Day—The Comeback Strategy That Changed Everything

“Pay With Your Body”—The Dark Reputation of the Man Arrested in the To-Yoko Teen Assault Case

Why Japan’s Biggest News Organizations Are Suddenly Zeroing In on the Takaichi Camp Controversy

Still Paying 5% Overseas Card Fees? Meet the Next-Generation Card That Could Save You a Fortune

Could Over-the-Counter Cialis and Rozerem Come With Hidden Dangers? Experts Warn of Overlooked Risks

A 1% Sales Tax Shock? The Political Strategy Behind Takashi’s Local Election Ambitions

“He’s Like the Devil”—Even a Top Luffy Group Lieutenant Was Shocked by the Ultimate Betrayal

Victim Lists From a Mystery Source—The Full Story Behind Japan’s Infamous Luffy Robbery Ring

“I’ll Leave Each of Them ¥100 Million”—Inside the Unusual Philosophy of Japan’s 64-Year-Old Papa Katsu King

Booming Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! Card Prices Raise Alarms Over Criminal Money Laundering Schemes

“His Hobby Was Domestic Violence”—Shocking Testimonies From the Front Lines of Child Abuse

A Daughter’s Heartbreaking Letter Sparks Backlash—What the Shinnosuke Abe Incident Reveals About a Troubled System

Experts target “this number” for the “milestone” of “Numbers 4,” which finally reaches 7,000 times.

Playback ’16] Rescuing a Drunken Classmate…Katopan, Who Left Fuji, Shows Her “Dignity as an Ace” at the Farewell Party.

Tochigi Robbery and Murder: Wife Mie Takemae, the Suspect: A Girl Bullied for Her Appearance Became a Bully in Her School Days

Heavy Rain Causes “Catastrophe” Crisis…Unauthorized [8-meter-high wall of earth and sand] appears in an upscale residential area in Shibuya, and the neighbors are furiously protesting!

“I Couldn’t Leave Him Alone”—Court Says 66-Year-Old Father Who Strangled His Son Deserves No Leniency

“We Only Hugged and Kissed”—Celebrity-Favored Therapist Arrested on Sexual Assault Suspicion as Hidden Side Comes to Light

“I Came With People I Didn’t Even Know”—Inside the Shadowy Recruitment Behind Japan’s Robbery Ring Epidemic

Top Kodo-kai Executives Gather for Rare Loyalty Ritual—Inside a Notorious Yakuza Ceremony

“I’ve Always Struggled With Organization”—Nitori Chairman Reflects on a Lifetime of Challenges and Extraordinary Success

Why Did He Need the Money? Former Citizen Executive Arrested After Allegedly Embezzling ¥96 Million in Watches