 Shikama Aki

 In January 2012, JAL's mileage "training" program was effectively terminated. As a result, ANA, which continues the rule, has become more popular, and award tickets have become difficult to book.

JAL Rule Changes Lead to Increased Difficulty in Securing Reward Flight Tickets

 Kyodo News (1st photo) Afro (2nd photo)

 Allegations have surfaced that a faculty member who held an administrative position at Biwako Seikei University of Sport Science and Technology (Shiga Prefecture) has been harassing students. Our investigations into the matter revealed some startling facts.

Questions Arise Over Leadership at Biwako Seikei Sports University Amid Power Harassment Claims

 Shinji Hasuo

 A gang leader was seriously injured after being slashed repeatedly with a sword. The suspect is an affiliated gang leader. The motive is unknown, but it is believed that he tried to kill him. He has "no comment" on the investigation. The photographer of this magazine took this "awesome" photo of the sent-off.

Gang Leader Attacked with Sword by Organization Member in Shocking Photo Submitted for Prosecution

 Chon-no-Ma" bars are disappearing all over Japan, as exemplified by Kannami Shinchi in Amagasaki City, Hyogo Prefecture, where all the bars suddenly closed in 2009. However, there are some stores that have survived, according to "underground explorer" Pinappo Urach.

Underground Explorer Reveals Secrets of Alcohol-Free Izakaya Sales

 A CPA man living in a townhouse was stabbed to death. The woman who was in a relationship was arrested. They argued and he stabbed her in the neck with a pair of scissors. The woman stated that she was still in love with him. This is a shocking photo taken just after his arrest.

25-Year-Old Woman Arrested for Stabbing Boyfriend Expresses Unchanged Feelings

 Taguchi, a former member and keyboardist of the rock band C-C-B, was indicted for violating the Methamphetamine Control Law for using and possessing methamphetamine in his home.

Former C-C-B defendant Tomoharu Taguchi is facing the &#8220;weight of guilt&#8221; and the &#8220;road to recovery&#8221; after being arrested for the third time for methamphetamine again.

 Takero Yui

 In mid-September, Inagawa-kai Chairman Kazuya Uchibori appeared in Yokohama at twilight. What was the purpose of their appearance in a residential area amidst the vigilance of more than 20 investigators? ......

Chairman Kazuya Uchibori personally attended the meeting&#8230; Special circumstances: &#8220;more than a dozen executives of the Inagawa-kai&#8221; appeared in Yokohama, where more than 20 investigators were on high alert.

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 Taro Aso is in a fierce "kingmaker competition" with Suga Yoshihide. Aso, who would drop out of the power race if it comes to a "runoff" with Koizumi Shinjiro and Ishiba Shigeru, whom Kan is pushing for, has now seen a "ray of light"... ...

Taro Aso, on the precipice of the &#8220;kingmaker&#8217;s race,&#8221; has finally made his move&#8230;under the radar: &#8220;Put it in Sanae Takaichi&#8217;s hands!

 Katsuhiko Nakamura

 In this issue of Playback, we look back at what we reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. September 2004 marked four years since the evacuation of Miyakejima due to the volcanic eruption. Before the evacuation was lifted the following year, the magazine's cameras captured images of the island.

Playback &#8217;04] &#8220;The Changed Land&#8221; Awaiting the Miyakejima Islanders after the Lifting of the Evacuation of the Entire Island after Four Years

 Takero Shintai, Hikaru Ogawa

 In mid-September, the head of the Yamaguchi Gumi VI, Shinobu Tsukasa, appeared in Yokohama City at twilight. What was the purpose of his visit to Tokyo, which was accompanied by other members including Seiji Takayama, a young leader of the Yamaguchigumi? The following is a detailed report on the tense scene of the visit.

Leader of the Tsukasa Shinobu Clan Leads Crew in Surprise Visit to Kanto Amid Tense Situation

 Born in Tokyo in 1977. Nonfiction writer. He has reported and written about culture, history, and medicine in Japan and abroad. His books include "Absolute Poverty," "The Body," "The House of 'Demons'," "43 Killing Intent," "Let's Talk about Real Poverty," "Social Map of Disparity and Division," and "Reporto: Who Kills Japanese Language Ability?

 Kota Ishii

 Nonfiction writer Kota Ishii takes a close look at the looming social and incident! Shocking Reportage

 Children's motor skills are dramatically declining. They cannot jump, skip, or even sit in gymnastics. Some adults view outside play as "noise damage. Nonfiction writer Kota Ishii's horrifying report [Part 2].

Report on the Dangers of Park Play and Noise Nuisance from Koinobori Affecting Children&#8217;s Physical Development

 Nonfiction writer Kota Ishii takes a close look at society and events! Impact Report

 Children's motor skills are dramatically declining. They cannot jump, skip, or even sit in gymnastics. To see, there is also the situation of adults who consider outside play as "noise damage. Nonfiction writer Kota Ishii's horrifying report [Part 1].

Children&#8217;s Physical Abilities Decline Dramatically as Fracture Rates Double and &#8216;Radio Calisthenics&#8217; is Banned

 Nonfiction author Kota Ishii takes a close look at the society and incidents that are looming! Shocking Reportage

 Children's motor skills are dramatically declining. They cannot jump, skip, or even sit in PE. To see, there is also the situation of adults who consider outside play as "noise damage. Nonfiction writer Kota Ishii's horrifying report [Part 2].

Serious Decline in Children&#8217;s Physical Ability as Parents Prevent Toddlers from Crawling

 The brothers were arrested for using their own common-law wives to bait a woman and extort "alimony" from her. The brothers were not satisfied with just baiting the wives, but they also committed fraud with a car salesman they knew and defrauded him out of more than 10 million dollars.

Blackmailing Brothers Extorted 37 Million Yen by Secretly Filming Common-Law Wife

 Shinsuke Sakai

 At the end of June, Yutapon, a high school student youtuber and adventurer, sued a sender for slander on social networking services. However, the sender sued was a completely different person. Yutapon's lawsuit was eventually dropped. ......

High School YouTuber Yutabon Withdraws Defamation Lawsuit Over Mistaken Identity

 The behavior of "Toyoko Kids" is becoming more and more dangerous. How do they earn money when they are underage and runaway from home? This reporter went to interview them to find out.

Using PayPay and SNS to Fund Alcohol and Tobacco Shocking Trends among Tōyoko Kids

 Diceke Takahashi

 Ayumi Kagami

 JTB Timetable" will celebrate its 100th anniversary in March 2013. It has been a long time since the Internet became the mainstream way to check train schedules, but there are still many users of paper timetables. What is the appeal and role of paper timetables?

JTB Timetable Marks 100th Anniversary Next Year with 60,000 Copies Still in Circulation

 In the race between Shinjiro Koizumi and Shigeru Ishiba, Sanae Takaichi is said to have the best chance of making it to the final round of voting. However, she has been facing intense "negative campaigning" from the other camps. ......

Takaichi Faces Backlash from Supporters Over Negative Campaigns Amid Party Concerns About Election Viability

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 A 23-year-old office worker was arrested for taking voyeuristic photos of a woman's skirt at a commercial establishment in Shizuoka Prefecture and sharing them on a social networking service. The police investigation revealed the suspect's unusual obsession with voyeurism.

23-Year-Old Suspect Claiming to be Secret Filming Master Shakes from Excessive Filming with Abnormal Methods

 Kyodo News

 A Shiretoko sightseeing boat with 26 passengers and crew on board went missing in a tragic accident. Two and a half years after the tragedy, Seiichi Katsurada, the president of the operating company, was arrested. The operating company was conspicuous for its aggressive business practices. Here is a "black profile" of President Katsurada.

Captain of Incident at Shiretoko Sightseeing Boat Company Faces Scrutiny for Ignoring Bad Weather Amid History of Poor Practices

 Shimei Kurita (nonfiction writer)

 Takayuki Ogawauchi, Shimei Kurita (2nd, 6th, and 7th photos)

 The old-fashioned stores have disappeared, and Indian, Chinese, and Vietnamese communities are intertwined with each other. A jewelry store that was the scene of the "Luffy's Robbers" incident also exists.

 The old-fashioned stores spreading out along the "Ameyoko Shopping Street" are now a thing of the past. The communities of India, China, and Vietnam are intertwined, and Ueno, Yushima, and Okachimachi are undergoing rapid transformation. We walked through such a deep town in the heart of the city.

Foreign Entrepreneurs Transform Tokyo&#8217;s Entertainment Districts in Ueno, Yushima and Okachimachi

 The author of "Shinkoku no Kyojin" professes to "respect" him. There is a legendary postcard craftsman whose biography was even made into a manga. Toru Mimine tells his story about his 30 years of continuous contribution despite his serious illness and his family's dismay.

Hajime Isayama Expresses Respect for Legendary Postcard Artist Toru Mitsumine as He Reflects on 30 Years of Contributions

 In these days of high prices, the wave of price hikes is reaching the adult entertainment industry as well. However, on the other hand, there are many sex industry establishments that are expanding their business with "very cheap" as their selling point. What are their services and prices?

Low-Cost Entertainment Establishment Thrives Amid Historic Price Hikes in the Adult Industry

 Fumiki Kurabe

 The latest book explaining the realities of university staff is now on sale!

 Fumiki Kurambe and Anki Wakabayashi, former full-time employees of a private university, explain the unknown truth about the profession of university staff in "The Realities of University Staff" (Chuokoron Shinsha), which is now on sale. We present excerpts and re-edited portions of the book here.

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JAL Rule Changes Lead to Increased Difficulty in Securing Reward Flight Tickets

Questions Arise Over Leadership at Biwako Seikei Sports University Amid Power Harassment Claims

Gang Leader Attacked with Sword by Organization Member in Shocking Photo Submitted for Prosecution

Underground Explorer Reveals Secrets of Alcohol-Free Izakaya Sales

25-Year-Old Woman Arrested for Stabbing Boyfriend Expresses Unchanged Feelings

Former C-C-B defendant Tomoharu Taguchi is facing the “weight of guilt” and the “road to recovery” after being arrested for the third time for methamphetamine again.

Chairman Kazuya Uchibori personally attended the meeting… Special circumstances: “more than a dozen executives of the Inagawa-kai” appeared in Yokohama, where more than 20 investigators were on high alert.

Taro Aso, on the precipice of the “kingmaker’s race,” has finally made his move…under the radar: “Put it in Sanae Takaichi’s hands!

Playback ’04] “The Changed Land” Awaiting the Miyakejima Islanders after the Lifting of the Evacuation of the Entire Island after Four Years

Leader of the Tsukasa Shinobu Clan Leads Crew in Surprise Visit to Kanto Amid Tense Situation

Report on the Dangers of Park Play and Noise Nuisance from Koinobori Affecting Children’s Physical Development

Children’s Physical Abilities Decline Dramatically as Fracture Rates Double and ‘Radio Calisthenics’ is Banned

Serious Decline in Children’s Physical Ability as Parents Prevent Toddlers from Crawling