 Flowers given as congratulations for inauguration are given to other ministers and parliamentary secretaries

 In Nagatacho, it is customary to send orchids as congratulatory flowers to members of the Diet who have been appointed to important positions within the party or as ministers. It is said that the orchids sent by Secretary General Akira Amari to each member of the Diet were used for his own inaugural gift.

Too clever&#8230;! Secretary General Amari is suspected of using orchids to celebrate her inauguration.

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 At 11:43 a.m. on October 20, Mount Aso in Kumamoto Prefecture erupted. Aso erupted for the first time in five years, since October 2004. What was the cause of the eruption? What is the danger of disaster in the future? An expert explains.

Aso Eruption: Experts warn of next mountain explosion and danger zone for major earthquake

 Yasuko Funamoto

 Kei Komuro is getting married to Princess Mako on October 26. One of the reasons why it took more than four years for Kei Komuro to announce his engagement to Mako was because of the various troubles of his mother, Kayo Komuro. However, in the midst of the public's high interest, he has yet to...

After Mako and Kei Komuro&#8217;s Marriage, Mother Kayo &#8216;Fears Suspicions Will Resurface&#8217;

 Kumiko Kato (Automotive Journalist)

 The "Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games Special Edition Number Plates" (hereinafter referred to as "Olympic Number Plates") were completely closed at the end of September (they will be issued until November 24).

&#8220;Why the Olympic license plate was so popular for mini cars

 Takashi Hashimoto

 On October 18, just after 9:00 a.m., Kei Komuro stepped into the Akasaka Imperial Palace for the first time in three years and breathed a deep sigh as he drove there. He woke up in the early hours of the morning at his home in Yokohama, put on a tie he bought in New York, and went to the Imperial Household Agency.

Mako and Kei Komuro&#8217;s &#8220;Three-Year Reunion&#8221; Was Shrouded in Silent Tears

 On October 8, Tsukasa Akimoto, a member of the House of Representatives, was holding a seminar for his supporters at a hotel in Tokyo. In front of about 50 supporters, he was appealing his innocence and his passion for the House of Representatives election.

 Tsukasa Akimoto, 49, a member of the House of Representatives, was convicted of bribery and bribery of witnesses in a corruption case involving the IR business, and was sentenced to four years in prison on September 7. This is the first time that I've seen him in the House of Representatives.

Tsukasa Akimoto, who has announced that he will not run for office, shows his &#8220;persistence to return to national politics&#8221; at the seminar.

 Born in Tokyo in 1977. Nonfiction writer. Graduated from Nihon University College of Art. He is active in reporting and writing about culture, history, and medicine in Japan and abroad. His books include "The House of the 'Demons': Parents Who Kill Their Own Children," "Forty-three Killing Intentions: The Depths of the Kawasaki Jr. 1 Boys' Murder Case," "Rental Child," "Kinship Murder," and "Social Map of Disparity and Division.

 Kota Ishii

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 Nonfiction writer Kota Ishii takes a closer look at the depths of Japanese society!

 This is an incident that should not be confused with others. It is a tragedy that struck an elderly couple in their retirement years. The tragedy struck an elderly retired couple, who had too much free time on their hands. Why did the couple try to commit suicide? Non-fiction writer Kota Ishii looks into the sad background.

The &#8220;tragic background&#8221; of a couple in their 60s who committed suicide after becoming dependent on alcohol.

 Shinji Hamasaki

 Kei Komuro greeted Mr. and Mrs. Akishino on October 18, before his marriage to Princess Mako. What surprised him was the change in hairstyle from long hair to short hair. What was in her mind? Let's find out from the experts.

Kei Komuro cuts her hair the day before&#8230; Surprising thoughts on her &#8220;new hairstyle

 On the morning of March 18, three weeks after his return from the United States, Kei Komuro left his home in Yokohama after completing his voluntary quarantine. On the morning of the 18th, Kei left his home in Yokohama after completing voluntary quarantine and headed for his beloved Mako's residence at the Akasaka Imperial Palace. "It's been three years since they've seen each other, so Mako must be very happy.

&#8220;Congratulations to Princess Mako from an Imperial Family journalist

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 A large scale exhibition of the latest weapons was held in North Korea. The event was held in North Korea, and Kim Jong-un's performance was as eccentric as ever, including the display of photos of himself in a rare military uniform. The "Kim Jong-un T-Shirt" worn by the band members was particularly noteworthy. What were their intentions?

After losing weight and the shadow warrior theory&#8230;the surprising reason for Kim Jong-un&#8217;s &#8220;face t-shirt release&#8221;

 Kei Kato

 If only Nikai had retired... The dissolution of the new Kishida administration has come at a blink of an eye. There was so little time left that some constituencies did not decide on their official candidates until just before the election. In the midst of all this, there are some people who are secretly paying attention.

The &#8220;battle preparations&#8221; were underway&#8230;? The phantom campaign car of Mr. Hiroshige Seko was found!

 Born in 1973. After working for a publishing company and an advertising production company, became a freelance writer. In addition to interviewing actors and actresses for weekly and monthly magazines, she writes drama columns for various media. JUMP 9 no Tobira ga Openitoki" (both published by Earl's Publishing).

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 Mayumi Abe

 We asked an honest question to Junya Ogawa, a member of the Rikken DPJ, who is the subject of the film "Why Can't You Be Prime Minister" directed by Arata Oshima and who is challenging former LDP Minister of Digital Affairs Takuya Hirai.

Does CDP really want to be the ruling party&#8230;? I asked Senator Ogawa about it.

 Kei Komuro has returned to Japan from his study in the United States and met Princess Mako for the first time in about three years. His mother, Kayo Komuro, has been in financial trouble, and the international media has taken a keen interest in her marriage...

Kei Komuro is a &#8220;Hero? Pimp Man?&#8221; How the world is reporting on your marriage and the turmoil

 Four people have been attacked in Sapporo. Four people were attacked in Sapporo City, and in the eastern part of the island, one of the largest male brown bears in history went on a rampage. What is the background? ......

 Hokkaido is now threatened by brown bears. October is the month when people go hiking and mushroom hunting in the mountains. This is the time of year when brown bears hoard their food before hibernation, and this is also the time when damage increases. In fact, in Hokkaido

Record number of casualties&#8230;The real reason why brown bear attacks are increasing in Hokkaido

 Born in Tokyo in 1977. Non-fiction writer. Graduated from Nihon University College of Art. He is active in reporting and writing about culture, history, and medicine in Japan and abroad. His books include "The House of the 'Demons': Parents Who Kill Their Own Children," "Forty-three Killing Intentions: The Depths of the Kawasaki Jr. 1 Boys' Murder Case," "Rental Child," "Kinship Murder," and "Social Map of Disparity and Division.

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 Nonfiction writer Kota Ishii delves into the depths of Japanese society!

 A young mother submerged her beloved three-month-old baby in a bathtub and killed her. At first, she doted on her daughter. Initially, she doted on her daughter and was grateful for her father's childcare, but why? In the background, there was a terrifying "owner of the voice. A horrifying true story by non-fiction writer Kota Ishii.

The tragic reality of a mother who drowned her beloved three-month-old child in a bathtub&#8230;

 Kenichi Ogura

 The "October 31 General Election" is a super short term battle. This is the first full-fledged national election since the outbreak of the new coronavirus, but the public is not necessarily interested. We take a look at the pledges made by each party in the wake of the speedy dissolution of the Fumio Kishida administration, which has had a slow start.

The big-name lawmakers are in big trouble&#8230;! &#8220;Predictions for the &#8220;short term dissolution election

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 Hamura City, Tokyo, Japan - After the unemployed 47-year-old man's third son, a reclusive 74-year-old sister was also murdered.

 The sister, Kikuyo Kodama, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder for strangling Kimiko Goto at her home in Hamura City, Tokyo. Kodama is 77 years old. What happened to the elderly woman who had been living in the country? A look into the background of this sad family.

The murder of a 77-year-old woman who was in pain and wanted to kill her&#8230; &#8220;The darkness of a family too deep&#8221;.

 Born in 1973. After working for a publishing company and an advertising production company, she became a freelance writer. In addition to interviewing actors and actresses for weekly and monthly magazines, she writes drama columns for a variety of media. JUMP 9 no Tobira ga Openitoki" (both published by Earl's Publishing).

 Wakako Tamura

 In the wake of Mr. Yashiro's comments, some people may have wondered, "If the name 'Communist Party' is so misleading, why not just change it? Some of you may be thinking, "If the name of the Communist Party is misleading, why not change the name? We interviewed Tomoko Tamura, a member of the House of Councillors and chair of the Policy Committee of the Japan Communist Party.

In the wake of Yashiro&#8217;s remarks, we ask lawmakers: &#8220;Why doesn&#8217;t the Communist Party change its name?

 Tadao Okada, 64, became the chairman of Meishinkai, a secondary organization affiliated with the Yamaguchi-gumi, and lent his name for the purchase of a tower in Toyosu.

 "He and I joined the team at the same time, and we ate and played together when I was active. We joined the team at the same time, and we ate together and played together when I was playing. "He" refers to the violent

Kazunori Shinozuka, who joined the team in the same year, talks about the real face of Tadao Okada, the former second place draft pick of the Giants who was arrested.

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 The number of new corona infections in Japan has dropped dramatically. South Korea is questioning this "achievement". There is even a radio program that reports that the reduction in the number of tests is an act of fraud. Why does South Korea refuse to believe it? There is a surprising reason behind it.

&#8220;Why South Korea doesn&#8217;t believe Japan&#8217;s dramatic drop in COVID-19 cases is a fraud

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 Princess Mako and Kei Komuro are to be married on October 26. After that, it was announced that a "two-shot press conference" would be held at a hotel in Tokyo, but behind the scenes, representatives of magazine associations and foreign correspondents were allowed to attend...

Mako&#8217;s wedding press conference &#8220;attended by foreign correspondents&#8221; further heightens tensions

 Amidst whispers of a significant loss of seats in the House of Representatives, the...

 The "LDP presidential election" is now being treated as if it were an event of the past. What was the point of all the daily news reports and the frenzy? Taro Kono, who was thought to be the most likely candidate to win the election, was "unexpectedly" defeated. Completely

Is Taro Kono still popular? Posters show the dangerous reality of the Kishida administration

 An elite student who went to Keio University from an affiliated school. He is a beautiful young man who learns karate and English conversation, and also uses them for fashion. Why did he stab his father, whom he respected as his "senior in life," to death? Nonfiction writer Kota Ishii investigates the truth.

A 20-year-old Keio University student stabbed his own father to death&#8230; Family murder: &#8220;A shuddering motive

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 How did FRIDAY report on this historic event? "A look back at that day and that time, as reported at the time.

 A little after 2 p.m. on October 15, 2002. A historic return to Japan was realized. Five victims abducted by North Korea returned to Japan for the first time in 24 years. How did this magazine report on this "historic event"? Let's take a look back at what we reported at the time.

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Too clever…! Secretary General Amari is suspected of using orchids to celebrate her inauguration.

Aso Eruption: Experts warn of next mountain explosion and danger zone for major earthquake

After Mako and Kei Komuro’s Marriage, Mother Kayo ‘Fears Suspicions Will Resurface’

“Why the Olympic license plate was so popular for mini cars

Mako and Kei Komuro’s “Three-Year Reunion” Was Shrouded in Silent Tears

Tsukasa Akimoto, who has announced that he will not run for office, shows his “persistence to return to national politics” at the seminar.

The “tragic background” of a couple in their 60s who committed suicide after becoming dependent on alcohol.

Kei Komuro cuts her hair the day before… Surprising thoughts on her “new hairstyle

“Congratulations to Princess Mako from an Imperial Family journalist

After losing weight and the shadow warrior theory…the surprising reason for Kim Jong-un’s “face t-shirt release”

The “battle preparations” were underway…? The phantom campaign car of Mr. Hiroshige Seko was found!

Does CDP really want to be the ruling party…? I asked Senator Ogawa about it.

Kei Komuro is a “Hero? Pimp Man?” How the world is reporting on your marriage and the turmoil

Record number of casualties…The real reason why brown bear attacks are increasing in Hokkaido

The tragic reality of a mother who drowned her beloved three-month-old child in a bathtub…

The big-name lawmakers are in big trouble…! “Predictions for the “short term dissolution election

The murder of a 77-year-old woman who was in pain and wanted to kill her… “The darkness of a family too deep”.

In the wake of Yashiro’s remarks, we ask lawmakers: “Why doesn’t the Communist Party change its name?

Kazunori Shinozuka, who joined the team in the same year, talks about the real face of Tadao Okada, the former second place draft pick of the Giants who was arrested.

“Why South Korea doesn’t believe Japan’s dramatic drop in COVID-19 cases is a fraud

Mako’s wedding press conference “attended by foreign correspondents” further heightens tensions

Is Taro Kono still popular? Posters show the dangerous reality of the Kishida administration

A 20-year-old Keio University student stabbed his own father to death… Family murder: “A shuddering motive

Nineteen Years after the Return of the Five Abductees to Japan… “The Dark Side of North Korea” Reported by This Magazine