 Hironori Jinno (Nonfiction writer)

 Soichiro Koriyama, courtesy of Marks Life (4th photo)

 A solitary death occurs when a person dies in his or her own room without anyone knowing about it. The number of such cases, in which the victim was found more than eight days after his or her death, is called "solitary death," and the number of such cases is increasing. A new business is emerging. The following is a detailed report on this new business.

Inside a Real Estate Firm That Deals Only in Stigmatized Homes—The Surprising Similarity Among Its Clients

 Masayuki Kikuchi (military photojournalist)

 Pressure" exerted on Xi Jinping just before the U.S.-China summit meeting - 17,000 people from 21 countries gathered! Joint multilateral drill "Balikatan 26

 There was a reason why President Xi Jinping relentlessly checked the U.S. during the U.S.-China summit meeting. Just prior to the start of the meeting, a huge military drill was being conducted under the leadership of the U.S. military, in which 17,000 people from 21 countries were gathering. The drills were designed to prepare for a contingency in Taiwan and against China.

Explosive War Games Near Taiwan: U.S. and Japanese Troops Stage Large-Scale Missile Strike Exercise

 Shigeru Nekota

 The legendary "Kura Sushi," where the longest eight-hour wait at the Osaka Expo was recorded, is now a permanent fixture in Namba!　We sneak into the chaotic space where mysterious dishes from 70 countries are served, and give a real food review of the international menu, which is the best in terms of cost performance.

Up to an 8-Hour Wait—and Here to Stay! Expo Kura Sushi Serves Up a Wild 70-Country Mystery Menu

 A case in which a charismatic former professor of the University of Tokyo's Graduate School sought "entertainment" and other forms of entertainment from his joint research partner. The judge sentenced Sato's subordinate and the chancellor of the board of trustees, who were arrested one after the other. Nonfiction writer Takehide Mizutani looks into the realities of the case.

&#8220;He Wanted to Spend His 61st Birthday at a Luxury Soapland&#8221;—Explosive New Details Revealed Through Court Judgment

 Tomamae Town Hunting Club Chairman Toyoyuki Hayashi (1st photo) TOYO-BROTHER (2nd photo) Tetsuya Kurosawa (3rd photo)

 Bear sightings and damage have skyrocketed in Tohoku and Hokkaido. A series of "urban bears" and large individuals that may have wintered in human settlements have been confirmed, and there are concerns that the risk of encounters and attacks by humans is increasing against the backdrop of a warm winter and lack of food.

Record-Breaking Surge in Man-Eating Bear Incidents? Experts Sound the Alarm Over Unusual Bear Behavior

 On May 26, the Tokyo District Court heard the first trial of the former president and his wife of the company operating the "Momuri" retirement agency service, who are charged with violating the Lawyers Act. Words of regret spoken at the trial can be found at .......

Less Than 1% Profit—One Mistake Cost Everything: Former Momuri CEO and Wife Reveal Their Regrets in Court

 Izumi Nakagawa

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 Trump's claim that "global warming is a hoax" is correct! 　The real culprit behind the heat wave and wildfires is not CO2 but "urban heat. This report reveals the inconvenient truth about climate change, and warns against "decarbonization" policies that create huge amounts of waste!

Is CO₂ Being Blamed Unfairly? Explosive Claims Challenge the Conventional Climate Change Narrative

 Blank Green

 On May 5, a roundup of restaurants and eateries operating on the street was carried out in Ameyoko, Ueno. What has happened since then? Our on-site interview reveals that the situation has not changed much, despite the pretense of "self-restraint.

&#8220;Under the Awning Counts as Legal&#8221;? A Look at Street Vending in Ueno&#8217;s Ameyoko After Mass Enforcement

 Sayuri Saito

 Is office work wacky? Young Americans are rushing to the frontlines to work at 15 million a year jobs, and although the rise of AI is accelerating the shift to blue-collar jobs, experts assert that "the dream of a frontline job in Japan is a mirage. We look at the differences in the employment structure between Japan and the U.S. and the conditions for survival.

As AI Threatens White-Collar Work, Young Americans Are Choosing the Trades. Why Isn&#8217;t Japan?

 Mihiro Kikuchi (1st and 3rd photos)

 A look back at what this magazine reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago [Playback]. In May 2006, the decapitated body of a man was found in an apartment. We take a closer look at the "true face" of the woman he lived with who committed the brutal crime.

Flashback &#8217;06: Dental Assistant by Day, Hostess by Night—The Double Life Behind a Shocking Murder

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 Shinji Hasuo

 Various black allegations have arisen around Governor Yuji Kuroiwa of Kanagawa Prefecture and the income and expenditure report of his political organization, the Yuji Kuroiwa Supporters' Association. A person involved with the Kanagawa Prefectural Office whistleblows about the many allegations that have arisen around the governor.

Kanagawa Governor Under Fire Over Alleged Campaign Finance Violations—His Office&#8217;s Response Stuns Critics

 Aki Shikama

 ANA "SFC" rule revision requires 3 million yen per year for lounge access. This article thoroughly explains the "New Correct Route" for mileage refugees, which is the most cost-effective way to use JGC and Priority Pass.

ANA Super Flyers Card &#8220;3 million per year&#8221; &#8211; Cosmo&#8217;s strongest lounge and credit card strategy to avoid the deterioration of the ANA Super Flyers Card

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 The "Study Group on National Power," a study group led by Vice President Taro Aso, was attended by 347 members of the Liberal Democratic Party. What are their intentions in supporting the Takaichi cabinet? ......

The &#8220;National Power Study Group,&#8221; a group of Diet members who want to take advantage of Takaichi&#8217;s popularity, is a major principle that rules Nagatacho: &#8220;Strong in elections is righteous.

 White Paper Green

 Following the May 11 bust in Kinshicho, an illegal slot parlor was busted in Kabukicho in the early morning of May 24. The reason behind the successive busts seems to be that illegal slot parlors have become a source of funding for organized crime syndicates. We investigated the structure of this interest.

The purpose of the continued busting of backroom slot parlors in Kabukicho, following Kinshicho, is to eliminate gangsters!　The police also focused on the &#8220;interest structure&#8221;.

 Nakahira Ryo

 On May 27, a man was sentenced in the Tokyo District Court for sexually photographing four women and breaking and entering into their homes. The man, who was released from prison less than a year after serving 17 years for rape and other crimes, spoke in court about his "regrets.

Court Delivers Verdict in Case of Man Who Claimed, &#8220;I Entered and the Woman Happened to Be Naked&#8221;

 Two men were arrested for wearing balaclavas, breaking into the residence of an acquaintance, injuring him, and robbing him of two Japanese swords. In most cases of Japanese sword theft, the purpose is to buy and sell, but this time the purpose may be different. ......

Masked Katana Robbery Suspect Arrested After Victim Recognizes Him as a Possible Acquaintance

 A new weapon against bears coming out of hibernation!　What is the latest technology "Environmental DNA" that can identify a bear "1km upstream" with a glass of river water?　We also take a closer look at the amazing survey system introduced by Akita Prefecture, which can detect a bear before it is sighted.

Environmental DNA Can Detect Bears from a Cup of Water—And Akita Prefecture Is Putting It to Use

 Kei Kato

 Aging water pipes are becoming a problem throughout Japan. Amidst a string of collusion cases involving waterworks projects, the author received a piece of information. It was about the numerous postponements of waterworks projects in Osaka City, and the many suspicions behind them.

Why 90% of Osaka&#8217;s Waterworks Projects Run Late—and the Curious Explanations Given

 Kyodo

 The resignation of former manager Shinnosuke Abe just before the interleague game was triggered by his arrest for assaulting his daughter. His arrest for assaulting his daughter was the trigger, but what stood out behind the scenes was the Yomiuri Group's move to "immediately cut off" Mr. Abe. ......

Shinnosuke Abe Coverage Raises Questions Over Nippon TV&#8217;s Editorial Choices

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

 Motoko Abekawa

 Why does Daidoh continue to release "odd" beverages such as "Drinkable Cheesecake" and "Frisk" carbonated beverages that cause a stir on social networking sites, despite the headwind of 20,000 vending machines being taken out? 　We look into the company's unique survival strategy for competing with the major players.

20,000 Vending Machines Gone—So Why Is DyDo Making Drinkable Cheesecake?

 Akira Ikoma

 Sex Trafficking and the State in the World (Part 2)

 What is the reality in Germany, a country that has legalized sex trafficking? This is the second part of the second series of articles by sex trade journalist Akira Ikoma, who examines sex trafficking regulations in countries around the world and asks how such regulations should be enforced in Japan.

The Dark Side of Germany, Dubbed Europe&#8217;s Brothel, as Legalization Brings the Sex Industry into the Mainstream

 Sex Trafficking and the State in the World (Part 1)

 Japan is facing the question of how to regulate sex trafficking, including a review of its Anti-Prostitution Law. This is the second in a series of articles exploring how countries around the world are dealing with sex trafficking. In Part 1, we introduce the "legalization model" of the Netherlands.

&#8220;What If We Just Legalized It?&#8221; The Successes and Challenges of the Dutch Model for Legalized Sex Work

 On May 16, a well-known tennis coach was arrested for sexually assaulting a woman he knew. The suspect stated that he did not do it forcibly, but we wonder if this is due to a culture of not being able to speak up against leaders in the world of sports.

Famed Tennis Coach Arrested on Non-Consensual Sex Charges; Claim That It Wasn&#8217;t Forced Raises Questions

 Japan Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

 On May 22, a woman representing an animal welfare group was arrested on suspicion of violating the Animal Protection Law (abuse). The bones and carcasses of more than 30 dogs and cats were lying around the facility. What happened to the woman who used to be an active animal rescuer?

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Inside a Real Estate Firm That Deals Only in Stigmatized Homes—The Surprising Similarity Among Its Clients

Explosive War Games Near Taiwan: U.S. and Japanese Troops Stage Large-Scale Missile Strike Exercise

Up to an 8-Hour Wait—and Here to Stay! Expo Kura Sushi Serves Up a Wild 70-Country Mystery Menu

“He Wanted to Spend His 61st Birthday at a Luxury Soapland”—Explosive New Details Revealed Through Court Judgment

Record-Breaking Surge in Man-Eating Bear Incidents? Experts Sound the Alarm Over Unusual Bear Behavior

Less Than 1% Profit—One Mistake Cost Everything: Former Momuri CEO and Wife Reveal Their Regrets in Court

Is CO₂ Being Blamed Unfairly? Explosive Claims Challenge the Conventional Climate Change Narrative

“Under the Awning Counts as Legal”? A Look at Street Vending in Ueno’s Ameyoko After Mass Enforcement

As AI Threatens White-Collar Work, Young Americans Are Choosing the Trades. Why Isn’t Japan?

Flashback ’06: Dental Assistant by Day, Hostess by Night—The Double Life Behind a Shocking Murder

Kanagawa Governor Under Fire Over Alleged Campaign Finance Violations—His Office’s Response Stuns Critics

ANA Super Flyers Card “3 million per year” – Cosmo’s strongest lounge and credit card strategy to avoid the deterioration of the ANA Super Flyers Card

The “National Power Study Group,” a group of Diet members who want to take advantage of Takaichi’s popularity, is a major principle that rules Nagatacho: “Strong in elections is righteous.

The purpose of the continued busting of backroom slot parlors in Kabukicho, following Kinshicho, is to eliminate gangsters!　The police also focused on the “interest structure”.

Court Delivers Verdict in Case of Man Who Claimed, “I Entered and the Woman Happened to Be Naked”

Masked Katana Robbery Suspect Arrested After Victim Recognizes Him as a Possible Acquaintance

Environmental DNA Can Detect Bears from a Cup of Water—And Akita Prefecture Is Putting It to Use

Why 90% of Osaka’s Waterworks Projects Run Late—and the Curious Explanations Given

Shinnosuke Abe Coverage Raises Questions Over Nippon TV’s Editorial Choices

20,000 Vending Machines Gone—So Why Is DyDo Making Drinkable Cheesecake?

The Dark Side of Germany, Dubbed Europe’s Brothel, as Legalization Brings the Sex Industry into the Mainstream

“What If We Just Legalized It?” The Successes and Challenges of the Dutch Model for Legalized Sex Work

Famed Tennis Coach Arrested on Non-Consensual Sex Charges; Claim That It Wasn’t Forced Raises Questions

Dozens of Dead Animals Found in Disturbing Hoarding Case Linked to Animal Rights Group Head

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Inside a Real Estate Firm That Deals Only in Stigmatized Homes—The Surprising Similarity Among Its Clients

Explosive War Games Near Taiwan: U.S. and Japanese Troops Stage Large-Scale Missile Strike Exercise

Up to an 8-Hour Wait—and Here to Stay! Expo Kura Sushi Serves Up a Wild 70-Country Mystery Menu

“He Wanted to Spend His 61st Birthday at a Luxury Soapland”—Explosive New Details Revealed Through Court Judgment

Record-Breaking Surge in Man-Eating Bear Incidents? Experts Sound the Alarm Over Unusual Bear Behavior

Less Than 1% Profit—One Mistake Cost Everything: Former Momuri CEO and Wife Reveal Their Regrets in Court

Is CO₂ Being Blamed Unfairly? Explosive Claims Challenge the Conventional Climate Change Narrative

“Under the Awning Counts as Legal”? A Look at Street Vending in Ueno’s Ameyoko After Mass Enforcement

As AI Threatens White-Collar Work, Young Americans Are Choosing the Trades. Why Isn’t Japan?

Flashback ’06: Dental Assistant by Day, Hostess by Night—The Double Life Behind a Shocking Murder

Kanagawa Governor Under Fire Over Alleged Campaign Finance Violations—His Office’s Response Stuns Critics

ANA Super Flyers Card “3 million per year” – Cosmo’s strongest lounge and credit card strategy to avoid the deterioration of the ANA Super Flyers Card

The “National Power Study Group,” a group of Diet members who want to take advantage of Takaichi’s popularity, is a major principle that rules Nagatacho: “Strong in elections is righteous.

The purpose of the continued busting of backroom slot parlors in Kabukicho, following Kinshicho, is to eliminate gangsters! The police also focused on the “interest structure”.

Court Delivers Verdict in Case of Man Who Claimed, “I Entered and the Woman Happened to Be Naked”

Masked Katana Robbery Suspect Arrested After Victim Recognizes Him as a Possible Acquaintance

Environmental DNA Can Detect Bears from a Cup of Water—And Akita Prefecture Is Putting It to Use

Why 90% of Osaka’s Waterworks Projects Run Late—and the Curious Explanations Given

Shinnosuke Abe Coverage Raises Questions Over Nippon TV’s Editorial Choices

20,000 Vending Machines Gone—So Why Is DyDo Making Drinkable Cheesecake?

The Dark Side of Germany, Dubbed Europe’s Brothel, as Legalization Brings the Sex Industry into the Mainstream

“What If We Just Legalized It?” The Successes and Challenges of the Dutch Model for Legalized Sex Work

Famed Tennis Coach Arrested on Non-Consensual Sex Charges; Claim That It Wasn’t Forced Raises Questions

Dozens of Dead Animals Found in Disturbing Hoarding Case Linked to Animal Rights Group Head

The purpose of the continued busting of backroom slot parlors in Kabukicho, following Kinshicho, is to eliminate gangsters!　The police also focused on the “interest structure”.