 Akira Ikoma

 This is the second installment of a series of articles by sex journalist Akira Ikoma on the history of image play, which can be called a "cultural history of sex and entertainment. In the second part of the series, we will look at the "Imekura," or "sex club," which entered its golden age and became increasingly maniacal.

[The Cultural History of Image Clubs, Part 2 (Part 2)] Fantasies That Would Be Unthinkable Today

 Shinji Hasuo

 In the early morning of January 18, kabuki actor Daiki Shimizu, a.k.a. Nakamura Tsurumatsu, was caught red-handed breaking down the door of a restaurant in Taito Ward, Tokyo, on the charge of destruction of a building. The next day, he apologized to the press, and his performance under the name of Nakamura Tsurumatsu, which was scheduled for February, was postponed.

Kabuki Actor Tsurumatsu Nakamura Arrested for Property Damage; Apology Offered, Name Succession Delayed

 Toru Yokota (news photographer)

 February '26 marks four full years since Russia invaded Ukraine. What do Ukrainians who defected to Japan think about the endless war? We interviewed the Ukrainians themselves.

Ukrainian Mother and Daughter Describe the Harsh Realities of Refugee Life in Japan

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (entertainment journalist)

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 Defendant Takashi Tachibana is under arrest for defamation. Kenichi Okutani, a prefectural assembly member, is suing him in a civil suit. The method he uses in court is attracting attention as "clarifying the truth." ......

The Truth Behind the Hyogo Prefecture Document Issue Assemblyman Okutani Uses Lawsuit Notice in Takashi Tachibana Trial

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 Shinji Hasuo (1st to 3rd photos)

 In broad daylight on January 15, a shocking incident occurred in which two enforcement officers who came to an apartment to enforce a law enforcement order were stabbed to death and set fire to their own room. The suspect, who was desperate after being evicted from his apartment, was so selfish that he was forced to leave.

Bailiff Casualty Incident Following Welfare Cutoff and Unpaid Rent Suspect Cites Justifications for Violence

 Ryo Nakahira

 Shinji Hasuo (2nd to 4th photos)

 Sentencing is set for January 21 in the trial of a former Japanese table tennis representative who indecently assaulted students and parents at a table tennis school where he was a coach. We look back at the arguments made by both the victim and the defendant at the trial so far.

Prosecutors Seek Sentence Against Former Japanese Table Tennis Representative Accused of Indecent Conduct

 Mayumi Morita (1st), Toshiaki Ichihara (2nd), Eiji Ikeda (3rd, 5th), Takero Yui (4th), Shigeki Katano (6th)

 Playback] looks back at what this magazine reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. In January 1996, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government decided to forcibly remove the "cardboard village" from the basement of Shinjuku's West Exit. The city clashed with homeless people who opposed the move.

Homeless Eviction Sparks Mayhem at Shinjuku West Exit: Kerosene and Fire Extinguishers Used

 The problem of "bullying videos" spreading on the Internet has become a social phenomenon. The impact of the problem is only increasing as the national government takes action. ......

Viral Bullying Footage Shows Elementary School Student Pushed Into the Sea — What Is the Criminal Responsibility of Junior High Students?

 After working as a money writer, financial planner, and market analyst for a securities company, he 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 of Cashless Payments and the Book of Absolute Advantages. X (former Twitter)→@1847mattsuu

 Kenji Matsuoka

 A former tax accountant with 1.5 billion yen in assets reveals the "strongest investment strategy". How did he achieve FIRE from the hell of 1.5 million in annual income and loss of 20 million due to fraud?　We will look into the reversal of asset building know-how of "living without working" by using real estate and overseas stocks.

Former Tax Accountant Worth ¥1.5 Billion Reveals the Ultimate Strategy for Living Without Working

 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 of Cashless Payments and the Book of Absolute Advantages. X (former Twitter)→@1847mattsuu

 Shocking 19% yield!　What is the true nature of the "investment in shabby houses" that Mr. Masanori Nagae, a billionaire with 1.5 billion yen in assets, has arrived at? A treasure trove of free and vacant houses? The "modern alchemy" and the most powerful investment strategy that generates stable earnings even as a sideline business is revealed.

How a ¥1.5 Billion Investor Achieved 19% Yield Through Dilapidated House Investments

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 Hiroki Kamata, a specialist in earth science and professor emeritus at Kyoto University, warns that Japan could experience a tremendous earthquake this year. How can he make such a prediction? Kamata explains his shocking theory.

The Imminent Threat of a Massive Nankai Trough and Tokyo Earthquake as Japan Enters Disaster Season

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 The most exciting thing for children during the New Year's holiday is New Year's money. However, when we took a look around the condominium bubble-rocking Tawaman area, we found that there was a mounting battle going on, involving parents as well. ......

Luxury Apartment Kids Compete in High-Stakes Otoshidama Exchange

 It was revealed that former Prime Minister Naoto Kan suffers from dementia. What advanced his symptoms was a fracture of his ankle. According to doctors, "dementia and bones are closely related. We introduce the unknown truth and risks.

Involved in memory, judgment, and learning ability decline&#8230;Unknown &#8220;relationship between dementia and bones&#8221; doctors point out the risk of progression.

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 Urgent Report] Ministry, local government, and state-owned enterprises are making a strong appeal for "Japan bashing" by making a discovery to the top management.

 After Prime Minister Koichi's "Taiwan contingency statement," China is repeating intimidation against Japan. President Xi Jinping is said to be furious with Prime Minister Gao, but what is behind the bizarre Japan-bashing by ministries, local governments, and state-owned enterprises?

President Xi Jinping is seriously out of breath! China repeatedly threatens Japan, saying, &#8220;Do not allow Prime Minister Takaichi to get away with it!

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 Osaka Governor Yoshimura, the leader of The Japan Innovation Party, which has formed a coalition with the Liberal Democratic Party, has announced a "double election" to be held on the same day as the dissolution of the general election. ......

Osaka Governor Yoshimura&#8217;s &#8220;double election&#8221; is met with a mood of disinterest by both the Ishin Restoration Association and the people of Osaka.

 Takehiko Kohiyama

 The Maebashi mayoral election held on January 12 ended with the victory of Akira Ogawa. It is difficult to say that he has fulfilled his responsibility to explain the "secret love-hotel meeting report," but what do Maebashi citizens think about his victory? We asked them in Maebashi.

Behind Mayor Akira Ogawa&#8217;s &#8220;overwhelming victory,&#8221; Maebashi residents revealed their &#8220;concerns.

 The rift with Gunma Governor Kazuta Yamamoto has deepened, 80% of the city council is anti-mayor, and city hall employees are also ......

 Maebashi, Gunma Prefecture, held a mayoral election on January 12. Akira Ogawa, who resigned due to problems caused by allegations of "secret meetings at a love hotel," was reelected. However, his reelection does not mean that everything is on the side. A current city council member reveals the heartbreaking cries of the people on the ground.

Akira Ogawa, New Mayor of Maebashi City, Survives &#8220;Love Hotel Resignation&#8221; &#8220;Thorny Road&#8221; Ahead for &#8220;Bogus Mayor

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 Journalist Tetsuo Suzuki (67), who has been cutting down the administration of the time while smiling and laughing as a commentator on news and information programs, published a book titled "Senso wa ichidan 'madness' hajimashita" (War Begins with a Single Madness) (Bookman, Inc.) in December 2013.

Journalist Tetsuo Suzuki on Wartime Madness and Two Politicians’ Roles

 Shusuke Kudo (2nd photo)

 Reporto: The Birth of the Sex Industry, Special Edition

 How did the sex industry that remains to this day come into being? Nonfiction writer Mizuho Takagi has published a book titled "Reporto Fuzoku no Shussei (The Birth of Fuzoku)," which explores the roots of this genre. From the book, we introduce "Onna-fu," which has not yet been published in this magazine.

The Rise and Fall of Women-Only Escort Clubs: A 1990s–2000s Retrospective (Part 1)

 The Birth of the Reporto Fuzoku no Shussho (The Birth of the Sex Industry) Special Edition

 Nonfiction writer Mizuho Takagi introduces "Onnafu" from her book "Reporto: The Birth of the Sex Industry" published in December. In the second part, the background to the boom of jofu in the '10s and its limitations are discussed in detail.

&#8220;I Had No Idea Women Wanted This So Much&#8221;—Exploring the Rise and Limits of the Women’s Escort Scene (Part 2)

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 Lonesome deaths have become a social problem as the number of elderly households living alone increases due to the declining birthrate and aging population. How and where did the deceased spend their final days? To find out, we went to the scene of the crime.

Odors and Stains Expose the Truth of a Lonely Death—Traces of a Vanished Daily Life

 Just a few days ago, it was reported that Prime Minister Takaichi is considering dissolving the House of Representatives. The LDP leaders and Mr. Aso, who is Mr. Takaichi's guardian, learned of this information from the news report, and they have become increasingly distrustful of Mr. Takaichi.

Drunk on Approval? The Dangerous Logic Behind Takaichi’s Unilateral Dissolution

 Diceke Takahashi

 A comparison of three convenience stores' "Generic Jiro"!　Seven's ferocious giant pork, Famima's famous flavor, and Lawson's harmony: what is the "different dimension" of evolution that has occurred over the past five years?　Is it worth the price hike?

Is This the Strongest Generic Jiro? Convenience Stores Go Head-to-Head

 Masahiro Kawayanagi

 More than 100 members of the Yamaguchigumi VI gathered in Seto City, Aichi Prefecture. What took place was the annual "rice cake pounding" event. There was also the appearance of the head of the Shinobu Tsukasa clan. The following is a report on the inside story.

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