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 Kim Joo-ae is currently considered the most likely successor to North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-Un. He has been appearing in public more and more, mostly in military-related settings. The editor-in-chief of Korea Report explains why.

Kim Jong Un’s Daughter Repeatedly Appears in Public—Mystery Grows Over North Korea’s Possible Successor

 Kei Kato

 Dotombori is located in Minami, Chuo-ku, Osaka City. Dotonbori, located in Minami, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, is a gourmet town visited by tourists every day, and now many foreign capital is entering the area. What are the changes in the town and its problems that can be seen beyond the "dependence on inbound tourists?

Illegal Street Stalls Run Rampant in Osaka’s Dotonbori as Authorities Struggle to Crack Down

 Akira Ikoma

 On January 30, "Marin Group" shocked the public by suddenly closing more than 20 soap operators nationwide and disappearing. However, within a month or two, new ones opened one after another on the former sites. What is the background?

Collapsed Marine Group Sites Resurface as New Soap Businesses Flood Former Locations in Rapid Turnaround

 Sayuri Saito

 The analog divorce mediation process, which costs 1 million yen and takes 7.6 months on average, is now solved by IT!　The "Smartphone Divorce Mediation," born from my own painful experience, can be completed in as little as one month and for about 200,000 yen. We take a closer look at this new service, which also addresses child support issues and legal revisions.

From 1 Million Yen to 200 Thousand Smartphone Divorce Mediation Is Transforming a Slow Analog Judiciary

 Shinji Hasuo

 The first trial of the defendant who caused a drunken hit-and-run accident was canceled. The first trial of the defendant who caused a drunken hit-and-run accident has been canceled. The reason for this is the lightness of the charges against the defendant. The family of the man who was hit by a car that ran a red light at 120 km/h (62 mph) is determined to have his case heard.

Trial Halted After Drunk Hit-and-Run at 120 km/h Leaves Family in Tears

 Takuma Arimura

 The Indo-Pacific Energy Security Ministerial Business Forum (IPEM) was held in Tokyo. This year's event was co-hosted by the U.S. and Japan, and amid the tense situation in the Middle East, additional sessions and themes not originally set for the event were actively discussed.

Akazawa Ignites Tokyo Event as Trump’s Energy Forum Hints at Deeper Agenda

 Ryo Sakamoto (Writer, former head of the Culture and Society Department of Tokyo Sports Newspaper)

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 Tiger Woods, a professional golfer, was involved in a car accident while driving near his home. He had caused a similar car accident nine years ago, causing a stir. ......

Tiger Woods pleads not guilty to DUI arrest and indictment&#8230;key to trial is &#8220;arrest 9 years ago&#8221;

 Playback '16" looks back at what this magazine reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. In March 2004, the murderer of a 25-year-old female theater troupe member who was murdered in an apartment in Nakano Ward, Tokyo, was arrested. What is the "connection" between the murderer and the victim?

Playback &#8217;16] &#8220;Nakano Theatre Company Member Murdered&#8221;: The &#8220;Connection&#8221; Between a 37-Year-Old Unemployed Man and a 25-Year-Old Victim Who Was Full of Hope.

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 The Kansai people call the restaurants that serve takoyaki and okonomiyaki "konamon-ya. The number of "konamon-ya" bankruptcies in 2013 was the largest ever, and "there is a strong possibility that the number of okonomiyaki restaurants will be reduced by half by '35. We covered the current situation of konamon-ya on site.

The &#8220;Taste of the Common Man&#8221; is in big trouble&#8230;! Takoyaki and okonomiyaki &#8220;konamon-ya&#8221; are in danger of disappearing from Osaka.

 Mika Yanagihara

 Twenty years have passed since an accident involving a school bus and a motorcycle collided in Kochi Prefecture. The member riding the motorcycle was killed. The driver of the bus was sentenced to prison. However, the prosecution's "evidence" has many questions. The driver, who has since been released from prison, speaks of his regrets and doubts.

Why Was Testimony Ignored?&#8221;&#8230;20 Years After Kochi Motorcycle Accident, &#8220;Regrets of Jail Sentenced Driver&#8221; and Alleged &#8220;Photographic Evidence&#8221;

 Nakahira Ryo

 Shinji Hasuo (1st to 5th photos), Ryo Nakaheira (cab company)

 A cab driver who tried to stop three men and a woman from being violently assaulted was beaten and seriously injured, resulting in a two-year recovery. What happened on the night of the incident? An official of the cab company where the victim worked recounted the whole story.

A cab driver who stopped a violent assault was badly injured for two years.

 Kazuhiko NAKAMURA

 It was on March 19 that Roppongi was in an uproar in broad daylight. Masahiro Nouchi, an executive of the Yamaguchigumi VI, visited the Inagawa-kai with the newly replaced chairman of the Tosei-kai. What was the purpose of this visit? ......

Roppongi is in an uproar in broad daylight&#8230; Why did Masahiro Nouchi, the leader of the Yamaguchigumi VI, visit Inagawa-kai with the &#8220;new chairman of a famous yakuza&#8221;?

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 The installation of blindfolds at the Meguro River Cherry Blossom Festival, a popular cherry blossom viewing spot, has caused a stir. What is going on at the site, where overtourism has long been pointed out? We covered the event on Sunday, when cherry blossom viewing was in full swing.

Meguro River Cherry Blossom Festival Faces Backlash Over Screening Curtain Installation Amid Scenic Concerns

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 A corner of a residential area in Tokyo was enveloped in a mysterious atmosphere from early in the morning. Shomei Takeuchi, a young leader of the Yamaguchigumi VI, showed up with his executives in tow. What they participated in was the "sake cup of succession" of a famous organization in the Kanto area. The following is a report on the inner workings of the event.

Three-Hour Succession Ceremony Draws Attention Over High-Profile Attendance at Traditional Ritual

 Hironori Jinno

 Takayuki Ogawauchi (Mr. Tanaka), Hiroyuki Komatsu

 More than three weeks have passed since the decision was made to order the dissolution of the former Unification Church. Procedures are still ongoing, but how will the "speed of relief" and "maximization of the scope of relief" be achieved? We directly interviewed Mr. Tomihiro Tanaka, a former member of the association, who is expected to be familiar with the inner workings of the church.

Questions Emerge Over Fate of Massive Assets Following Dissolution Order on Former Unification Church

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 One month has passed since the start of the war in Iran. Even after four weeks have passed, which U.S. President Trump set as a guideline, there is still no sign of a settlement. In the midst of all this, a website called "Pizza Index" is said to be attracting a lot of attention. What is the reason for this?

What Is the Pizza Index? The Unusual Theory Claiming to Predict Global Crises

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

 Motoko Abekawa

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 Non-alcoholic and short welcome parties do not prevent "surprise resignations" of young employees! 　Ryosuke Ishii, a leading researcher on psychological safety, thoroughly explains the risks involved in formal events and the essence of creating an organization where young people can stay.

“Just a Welcome Party” May Backfire as Even Non Alcohol Events Fail to Stop Surprising Early Resignations Among Young Workers

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 Another woman loses her life due to a stalker. ...... She was living a fulfilling life after getting her dream job at a Pokémon Center, when she was killed by ......

Polite and Proud Daughter Ikebukuro Pokémon Center Stabbing Incident Neighbor Reveals Victim’s Gentle Side

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 Fumitaka Obirimaki, 52, a former assistant inspector of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, shared details of his own experiences in investigating foreign spies operating in Japan and his defense against gangs and foreign mafias.

Ex Tokyo Police Officer Reveals Identity Explains North Korean Spy’s Bizarre Act in Ginza

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 Zombie cigarettes" are rapidly expanding due to the high price of methamphetamine. The methods of smuggling and selling these drugs are becoming more sophisticated every year. Fumitaka Obirimaki, a former police lieutenant of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, talks about the dark side of the drug business.

Inside the High-Stakes Mind Game with Drug Syndicates — Ex-Tokyo Narcotics Agent Breaks Silence in Full Reveal

 Izumi Nakagawa

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 Are you really single? The fatal common denominator of those who are deceived is "too high ideals" and "false assumptions". A professional detective reveals the five danger signs and thoroughly explains countermeasures!

Annual Income Claims of 20 Million Yen and No Weekend Availability Detective Warns of Fatal Traits Common Among Dating App Scams Victims

 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 "Textbook for the First Year of Robo-Advisor Investing" and "Understanding with Rich Illustrations! The Book of Cashless Payments and the Book of Absolute Advantages. X (former Twitter)→@1847mattsuu

 Kenji Matsuoka

 Even when the stock price fluctuates, just "buy without hesitation! The secret of "dividend stock investment", taught by Taro Dividend, a billionaire supported by 250,000 people, to build wealth without any sense. The book also includes the concept of when to buy and the "6 absolute criteria" for detecting stocks with increasing dividends!

Just Keep Buying Even in Volatile Markets How Dividend Stock Investing Turns Beginners into Millionaires

 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 "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

 Taro Kakudo, a billionaire with 250,000 followers, who has recovered from the despair of a sharp decline in assets, talks about the power of dividends. What is the "buy immediately without hesitation" investment mentality that allows you to win even if you have zero talent? We look at the most powerful investment technique to buy stocks that everyone knows without hesitation!

From Near Collapse During the Lehman Shock to Recovery Millionaire Dividend Taro Talks About the Power of Steady Dividend Income

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 Japan announces "export ban and monitoring" of 40 Japanese defense industry companies and organizations. Experts warn of a five-year plan full of contradictions, a real estate slump, and more.

 At the National People's Congress, China lowered its GDP growth target to 4.5-5%, the lowest since the 1990s. Unemployment rate in rural areas exceeds 50%, AI and robotization accelerate job losses... Kenji Minemura analyzes the reality of Xi Jinping's "ultra-powerful" regime.

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