 Daisuke Iwasaki

 Journalist Tetsuo Suzuki (67), who has been cutting down the administration of the time while smiling and laughing as a commentator on news and information programs, published a book titled "Senso wa ichidan 'madness' hajimashita" (War Begins with a Single Madness) (Bookman, Inc.) in December 2013.

Journalist Tetsuo Suzuki on Wartime Madness and Two Politicians’ Roles

 Shusuke Kudo (2nd photo)

 Reporto: The Birth of the Sex Industry, Special Edition

 How did the sex industry that remains to this day come into being? Nonfiction writer Mizuho Takagi has published a book titled "Reporto Fuzoku no Shussei (The Birth of Fuzoku)," which explores the roots of this genre. From the book, we introduce "Onna-fu," which has not yet been published in this magazine.

The Rise and Fall of Women-Only Escort Clubs: A 1990s–2000s Retrospective (Part 1)

 The Birth of the Reporto Fuzoku no Shussho (The Birth of the Sex Industry) Special Edition

 Nonfiction writer Mizuho Takagi introduces "Onnafu" from her book "Reporto: The Birth of the Sex Industry" published in December. In the second part, the background to the boom of jofu in the '10s and its limitations are discussed in detail.

&#8220;I Had No Idea Women Wanted This So Much&#8221;—Exploring the Rise and Limits of the Women’s Escort Scene (Part 2)

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 Lonesome deaths have become a social problem as the number of elderly households living alone increases due to the declining birthrate and aging population. How and where did the deceased spend their final days? To find out, we went to the scene of the crime.

Odors and Stains Expose the Truth of a Lonely Death—Traces of a Vanished Daily Life

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 Just a few days ago, it was reported that Prime Minister Takaichi is considering dissolving the House of Representatives. The LDP leaders and Mr. Aso, who is Mr. Takaichi's guardian, learned of this information from the news report, and they have become increasingly distrustful of Mr. Takaichi.

Drunk on Approval? The Dangerous Logic Behind Takaichi’s Unilateral Dissolution

 Diceke Takahashi

 A comparison of three convenience stores' "Generic Jiro"!　Seven's ferocious giant pork, Famima's famous flavor, and Lawson's harmony: what is the "different dimension" of evolution that has occurred over the past five years?　Is it worth the price hike?

Is This the Strongest Generic Jiro? Convenience Stores Go Head-to-Head

 Masahiro Kawayanagi

 More than 100 members of the Yamaguchigumi VI gathered in Seto City, Aichi Prefecture. What took place was the annual "rice cake pounding" event. There was also the appearance of the head of the Shinobu Tsukasa clan. The following is a report on the inside story.

Inside the Sixth-Generation Yamaguchi-gumi Mochi-Pounding Event with Shinobu Tsukasa

 Shikama Aki

 Is it natural for people to refuse to take the seat they paid for?　Seat-swapping troubles are rapidly increasing on Shinkansen trains and in-flight. Behind these problems are the "lack of leeway" and "poverty" of the Japanese people... This article looks at the serious reality of the collapsing spirit of hospitality.

A complete change of common sense! Is it natural to refuse a seat you paid for? Japanese people&#8217;s lack of composure&#8221; was revealed in the &#8220;Switch seats&#8221; scandal.

 The possibility that Prime Minister Takaichi will dissolve the Diet in such a blitz that even Deputy Governor Taro Aso, who was instrumental in forming the new government, is now on the verge of being enraged. What are the serious circumstances behind this hasty move? ......

[Breaking] Prime Minister Takaichi Pushes Solo Dissolution—Scandals Foreshadow Snap Election Without Cause

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 Takao, a popular tourist spot for foreign visitors, is even more crowded with Hatsumode visitors during the New Year's holiday. Last year, the manners of Chinese tourists were a problem, but what about this year? We spoke to some Chinese tourists there and found out that they have their own opinions.

“No More Troublemaking Tourists”—A New Year Hike Shows How Mount Takao Has Changed

 Nakahira

 Shinji Hasuo

 A man was arrested and sent to prison after he followed a woman and indecently assaulted her, causing her injuries. The woman resisted his advances and he fled, but a week later it was revealed that he had taken a surprising action.

Man in his 30s arrested for non-consensual sexual assault against a woman in her 20s

 A man, the president of an event company, was arrested on suspicion of having committed a lewd act on a 15-year-old junior high school girl and violating the Act against Unconsensual Sexual Intercourse, Child Prostitution and Child Pornography. The man also ran GACKT's fan club.

Company President Arrested After Starring in and Filming AV with Junior High Girls

 Noboru Hashimoto

 Hiroshi Kume, who served as an anchor for many programs, passed away. Former TV Asahi announcer Yasuma Matsui, who was in charge of sports for "News Station," looks back on his memories of Kume, whom he respected as "God.

“Don’t Let Yourself Be Targeted”—Hiroshi Kume’s Timeless Advice to Young Anchors

 Shinsuke Sakai

 On January 6, Chen Zhi, chairman of the Prince Group, one of Asia's largest "transnational criminal organizations," was arrested in Cambodia and extradited to China on January 7. This website reported on the group's activities in Japan last December.

Prince Group Chairman Arrested—Photos Reveal Extravagant Parties in Japan

 On January 8, a man who ran a company was murdered in an apartment in Omori, Tokyo. The suspect, who was arrested the next day, was the victim's subordinate and friend for 30 years. What happened between the two men, who used to be good friends, including traveling together?

“I Had to Make Him Pay”—Inside the Suspect’s Deadly Rage in the Ōmori Apartment Case

 On January 9, a 20-year-old man was arrested for driving his car after drinking alcohol and running a red light at speeds over 100 kilometers per hour, hitting and killing a 25-year-old man. Drunk driving accidents are not decreasing. A well-informed person sounds the alarm.

20-Year-Old Drunk Driver Kills Office Worker at 100+ km/h—Why He Slipped Through the Cracks

 Nakahira Ryo

 A former teacher who was arrested last June for indecent kidnapping and non-consensual indecency with two elementary school boys has been sentenced. The man, who said he "decided to atone for his crimes" while in custody, told the court the details of his crimes and his motive for becoming a teacher.

Ex-Teacher Confesses Grotesque Acts on Boy, Offered Him a Reward

 A teacher at a prestigious public girls' school in Chiba Prefecture was arrested. She touched a high school girl, whom she had never met, inside a bus. This is not the first time a man has been arrested. Here is the man's appalling argument immediately after his first arrest.

Elite School Teacher Re-Arrested for Indecent Acts on Bus, Targets High School Girl

 Kyodo News (1st and 2nd pictures)

 Tomiichi Murayama, the 81st Prime Minister of Japan, passed away in October 2013. The man's personality is described by former Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, who served as prime minister until October of last year. What was the true face of Murayama from Ishiba's point of view?

Revealed at Last—Shigeru Ishiba Reflects on Tomiichi Murayama’s Postwar Statement and His Quiet Character

 Takeshi Kinugawa (1st), Yasuko Funamoto (2nd)

 Early in the new year, there was a major move in the political world. Newspapers reported that Prime Minister Takaichi may dissolve the House of Representatives and call a general election in January. What made Prime Minister Takaichi decide to dissolve the House of Representatives and call a general election? ......

Why Takaichi Chose a Snap Election—The Roles of Aso, Losing MPs, and Komeito

 A 21-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of indecent assault after he followed a high school girl he found at a train station. Many women have experienced being followed by a stranger. We asked a well-informed person what to do in such cases.

Man Arrested for Following High School Girl Sparks Concern Over Everyday Stalkers

 Izumi Nakagawa

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 Fasting to give birth and maintain muscle strength even when bedridden...Hibernating bears defy medical conventional wisdom! What is "delayed implantation," in which a fertilized egg waits for six months? Professor Toshio Tsubota of Hokkaido University thoroughly explains the mysterious ecology and amazing mechanism.

May Mating and Pregnancy in Winter? Fasting births and &#8220;maintaining muscle strength while bedridden&#8221;&#8230;hibernating bears defy medical convention.

 At a meeting held at the end of last year, Mr. Takaichi reportedly coldly dismissed an unsuccessful councilor who asked him to "dissolve the Diet while the approval rate is high. The Takaichi administration boasts of an exceptionally high approval rating, but will it take the initiative to dissolve the House of Representatives this year?

A Strong Word to the Failed Councilors&#8230; Why &#8220;Prime Minister Takaichi&#8221; wants to step forward for a &#8220;dissolution general election&#8221; against the backdrop of high approval ratings, but cannot do so.

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 With her younger brother, Prince Eugene, reaching the age of majority, the hurdle seems to have been lowered. ......

 Kako is energetically active. The year before last, she performed more than 130 official duties, and last year's activities exceeded that pace. With the coming-of-age of Princess Eugene, the hurdle seems to have been lowered, but... it is likely that the marriage will be announced in a blitz.

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