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 Fumitaka Kobikimaki (52), a former assistant superintendent with the Metropolitan Police Department and a specialist in organized crime, international crime, and countermeasures against drugs and firearms, reveals how he solved difficult cases that were on the verge of becoming cold cases!

A Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department Narcotics Unit Undercover Agent Speaks Out: Revealing His Name and Face&#8230; The Investigation Techniques of the &#8220;Legendary Detective&#8221; Who Solved a Difficult Case That Was Bound to Remain Unsolved

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 Fumitaka Kobikui (52), a former assistant superintendent with the Metropolitan Police Department who devoted most of his 30-year career to investigating organized crime and drug cases, spoke about the battle of wits he waged against criminal organizations that tried every trick in the book to smuggle drugs.

Metropolitan Police Department Narcotics Unit Officer Speaks Out, Revealing Name and Face… &#8220;40 kg of Stimulants in a Thresher&#8221;: The Full Story of a Top-Secret Operation Against a Drug Cartel

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 Shinnosuke Abe, who was arrested for assaulting his eldest daughter and subsequently resigned as manager of the Giants. Since the police referred the case to the prosecution with a recommendation for “leniency,” it is widely expected that he will not be indicted…

The team is on a roll, but he’s holed up at home… Former Giants Manager Shinnosuke Abe: “No Indictment” Seems Certain, but the “Price” Is Too High

 Works as a freelance writer primarily for web media. Also involved in the production of books and corporate PR magazines. Without a specific specialty, she covers a wide range of topics that pique her interest, including history, comedy, health, beauty, travel, food, and caregiving.

 Motiko Abe

 Afro (First Photo)

 High-performing mid-level and managerial staff who feel relieved that they’ve “made it through May” are the ones who need to be most cautious. Psychiatrists warn that “June Sickness” is more serious than “May Sickness” (an adjustment disorder) and can lead to a state close to depression. We explain why highly responsible individuals break down and how to prevent it.

Think You&#8217;re in the Clear After May? Experts Warn June Can Be Even Harder

 Hideki Asai

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 [Warning] The Trap of “Legal Takeovers” Brought About by Amendments to the Condominium Act. What Lies Behind Contractors’ “Impersonation” and Massive Bid-Rigging in Large-Scale Renovations? Be Especially Cautious with Older, Small-Scale Properties in Central Tokyo. An Expert Explains the Tragedies Caused by Indifference and How to Prevent Them.

A Quiet Takeover? The Dark Side of Japan&#8217;s Condo Law Reform

 A trial was held at the Tokyo District Court for a man charged with attempted indecent assault and other offenses for allegedly coercing a male junior high school student, a pupil on his youth baseball team, into performing lewd acts. Throughout the proceedings, the man displayed a disrespectful attitude and made a series of extremely self-centered remarks.

Posing as a Teenage Girl, He Allegedly Groomed His Own Player—The Shocking Conduct of a Former Coach

 Shinji Hasuo

 A 43-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of pouring dish soap on sushi inside a major conveyor-belt sushi chain and posting the incident on social media. The man reportedly stated, “I wanted to increase my social media views,” but he now faces serious consequences.

He Tried to Hide From the Cameras—But the Consequences Are Just Beginning

 On June 1, a 75-year-old man was arrested for dragging a man in his 50s—with whom he had argued on a bus—off at a bus stop and slashing his face with a knife. Why do trivial matters often lead to trouble on buses and trains? We asked experts for their insights.

Elderly Rage on the Rise? 75-Year-Old Allegedly Slashes Man After Argument as Transit Incidents Mount

 Money writer and financial planner / After working as a market analyst at a securities firm, he became independent in 1996. He writes articles on finance and asset management, primarily for business and economic magazines.His books include *The First-Year Guide to Robo-Advisor Investing* and *Easy to Understand with Plenty of Illustrations! The Definitive Guide to Profiting from Cashless Payments*. ■X (formerly Twitter) → @1847mattsuu

 Kenji Matsuoka

 From 15 Million Yen in Debt Due to an Investment Scam and Job Hunting Failure Due to Depression to Achieving FIRE at 24! Revealing the Secrets of a Major Comeback—Earning 37.71 Million Yen a Day and a Total of 200 Million Yen on "note"—and the Ultimate Side Hustle Strategy: "Don’t Rely on Your Strengths."

He Lost Everything to an Investment Scam—Then Built a ¥200 Million Fortune on Note at Just 24

 Kota Ishii (Nonfiction Writer)

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 In August 2020, a 21-year-old woman was stabbed to death by a teenager at a shopping center in Fukuoka. A court ruling ordered the teenager’s mother to pay damages, finding her partially responsible. Nonfiction writer Kōta Ishii interviewed the victim’s family and others. This is Part 1.

&#8220;I Want Him to Carry This Cross Forever&#8221;—Mother of Fukuoka Stabbing Victim Speaks Out

 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

 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

 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

 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.

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 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.

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A Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department Narcotics Unit Undercover Agent Speaks Out: Revealing His Name and Face… The Investigation Techniques of the “Legendary Detective” Who Solved a Difficult Case That Was Bound to Remain Unsolved

Metropolitan Police Department Narcotics Unit Officer Speaks Out, Revealing Name and Face… “40 kg of Stimulants in a Thresher”: The Full Story of a Top-Secret Operation Against a Drug Cartel

The team is on a roll, but he’s holed up at home… Former Giants Manager Shinnosuke Abe: “No Indictment” Seems Certain, but the “Price” Is Too High

Think You’re in the Clear After May? Experts Warn June Can Be Even Harder

A Quiet Takeover? The Dark Side of Japan’s Condo Law Reform

Posing as a Teenage Girl, He Allegedly Groomed His Own Player—The Shocking Conduct of a Former Coach

He Tried to Hide From the Cameras—But the Consequences Are Just Beginning

Elderly Rage on the Rise? 75-Year-Old Allegedly Slashes Man After Argument as Transit Incidents Mount

He Lost Everything to an Investment Scam—Then Built a ¥200 Million Fortune on Note at Just 24

“I Want Him to Carry This Cross Forever”—Mother of Fukuoka Stabbing Victim Speaks Out

“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