 In June 2010, the ban on the personal use of marijuana was partially lifted in Thailand, sparking a worldwide debate. This year, less than three years after the ban was lifted, marijuana is once again the subject of regulation. What is the current marijuana situation in Thailand? We interviewed the front lines of the "marijuana business.

Thailand’s Cannabis Industry: Where Cafes Double as Hotspots for Japanese Tourists

 Pineapo Urach

 The "Bembo" TV drama "Bembo" has made a big splash in Japan. In Tokushima, "Panpan Street," which retains strong traces of the prewar Akita-machi brothels, is still in operation. Underground explorer Pinappo Urach went there.

Inside Tokushima&#8217;s 150-Year-Old Active Brothel: Infiltrating the Hidden World of Panpan Street

 Shigeru Nekota

 The Osaka Expo has been a great success every day. The restaurants inside the Expo site are good, but I would like to recommend some of the "popular restaurants among the locals" located a little before the nearest station, Yumeshima. A gourmet writer living in Osaka will introduce them to you.

No Crowds, Cheap &#038; Delicious! Top Post-Expo Eats in Osaka

 Blank Green

 The head of the administrative office of the public interest incorporated association "Japan Run-in Temple" was arrested for cocaine possession. What happened behind the scenes?　We interviewed consultants who had been in and out of the organization about the office manager and the recent state of the organization.

The Atmosphere Changed — Cocaine Bust at Kakekomidera as Street Kids Speak Out

 An associate professor of Toyama University was arrested for his involvement in the management of an illegal men's esthetic salon. Interviews with the people involved revealed that the suspect was a troublemaker.

From Campus Scandal to Criminal Front: The Tumultuous Downfall of a University Associate Professor

 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

 Kenji Kawato (interview)

 The "Cleaning Up Brothers" were formed by comedians with experience in organizing relics. In March this year, they visited the Noto Peninsula for the second time. As clean-up professionals and comedians, what did they see in the disaster-stricken area and what is the "reality of Noto"?

The Heart Can’t Be Tidied Up: A Comedian’s Candid Look at Noto’s Ongoing Recovery

 Kyodo News

 More and more used condominiums are turning into "slums" in Japan. The main reasons for this are the aging of the population and the rising cost of living. What is the "frightening future" that many condominium residents may face?

Aging Condos, Aging Residents: The Hidden Crisis of Rising Costs and Decline in Japan&#8217;s Older Apartments

 Nakahira

 On May 14, a 78-year-old unemployed man was arrested by the Saitama Prefectural Police for forcibly taking a high school girl in his car and attempting to indecently assault her. What is his reputation, this magazine asked his neighbors and wife?　And what about his unexpected background?

The Dark Past and Local Reputation of a 78-Year-Old Who Tried to Abduct a High School Girl

 Born in Yamagata Prefecture in 1983, Yoko Nemochi worked for 10 years in the editorial department of a health information magazine, editing monthly magazines and web media before becoming a freelance writer. Currently, she interviews, plans, and writes about doctors and specialists, focusing on healthcare and medical fields.

 Yoko Nemmochi

 Afro

 The Cannabis Control Law and the Narcotics and Psychotropics Control Law have been revised, changing the legal treatment of cannabis, and major pharmaceutical companies have begun offering CBD supplements. What has changed as a result of the legal revision?

Japan Approves CBD for Medical Use: Legal and Addiction Facts Explained

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 Kazuhiko Nakamura Daisuke Iwasaki (3rd)

 A change is coming to Tori Aristocrat. Tadayoshi Okura, the son of founder Tadashi Okura and a member of "SUPER EIGIT," promoted a new product for the first time alongside his father. What is the future trend of the father-son relationship?

Tadayoshi Okura Nears Family’s Torikizoku Addresses Hereditary Rumors

 Shinji Hasuo

 A 38-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of indecent assault and other charges. He followed a woman in her 20s on the street at night after she got off the bus. He allegedly broke into her apartment and committed the crime. This is the terrifying sight he showed to the photographer at the police station.

38-year-old man suspected of indecent exposure: &#8220;I pushed him down but couldn&#8217;t do it because of the commotion&#8221;&#8230; &#8220;skinhead, staring at the cameraman,&#8221; terrifying appearance.

 Hironori Jinno

 The "Shocking Report: The Great Collapse of Long-Term Care" (Shocking Report: The Great Collapse of Long-Term Care) (Takarajimasya Shinsho), a nonfiction writer who has covered many nursing care facilities. Mr. Jinno, who has covered many nursing care situations, reveals shocking facts.

Care Crisis Exposed When Elderly Care Breaks Down

 Miss University of Tokyo, Akisai Kamiya Essay #4: "If I don't get 10,000 hits, I can't get stimulated anymore. ......

 Miss University of Tokyo, Akisai KamiyaEssay #4]"I can no longer get stimulated unless I get 10,000 buzzes. ......" That's what Kamiya reveals about her "SNS addiction" and what she thinks about it now.

False Rumor Lawsuit and SNS Addiction Reflections by Miss Todai

 Sari Yoshizawa

 The Dubai project that has become a hot topic on the Internet is real. Even after passing the audition, hardship awaits you, but the pay is extremely unbeatable. A person with experience reveals the contents of the project, which is shrouded in a veil of secrecy.

Dubai Job Horror Forced to Eat Excrement for 5 Million Yen a Day — Still Chasing SNS Fame

 Keisuke Nishi

 Taro Aso, the LDP's top advisor to Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba (68), was relegated to an honorary position with the birth of the new prime minister. However, as the leader of a 47-member faction, he is still keeping a close eye on the current administration. What does the kingmaker have in store for the "downing of Ishiba" and beyond...

Taro Aso LDP Supreme Advisor a 84-Year-Old Kingmaker Looks Ahead While Taking a Morning Walk

 JMPA (1st and 4th photos) Hiroyuki Komatsu

 In a beige set-up, she interacts with children participating in the "Thanksgiving Festival for Greenery" She will visit Brazil in June

 On May 10, Princess Kako attended the "Thanksgiving Festival for Greenery" organized by the Forestry Agency and other organizations and interacted with children, showing her "brilliant work ethic" despite her extremely busy schedule in preparation for her visit to Brazil in June and her energetic performance of her official duties.

Princess Kako Shines Through a Grueling Schedule Even in the Summer Heat

 An active pharmacist sounds a warning bell

 Over-the-counter medicines are now available at convenience stores. It is inevitable that overdose caused by cough medicines, which has become a problem even in the past, will increase dramatically in the future. Restrictions will be set, but pharmacists on the frontline are quick to point out that they are meaningless.

Japan’s Self-Medication Boom Fuels Overdose Crisis

 Motoo Naka/Afro

 Shiori Yamao is the official candidate of the National Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ) for the House of Councillors election to be held this summer. However, behind her back, the KDP's approval rating has plummeted. The Internet is also voicing its disbelief. ......

Support for the Democratic Party of Japan plummets with the approval of the &#8220;controversial&#8221; Shiori Yamao and others, and not only the public but also &#8220;TV stations are disappointed.

 Masahiro Ojima

 Takero Shigumura

 The "funeral" of Inagawa-kai President Jiro Kiyota was held on May 15. More than 100 yakuza gathered from all over the country for the occasion of the final greeting to a major figure in the world of yakuza. Nonfiction writer Masahiro Ojima talks about the customs and traditions related to yakuza "funerals.

 On May 15, the "funeral" of the president of the Inagawa Association was held with great solemnity. It is said that several hundred million yen in monetary offerings were handed over at the funeral, but there are many other customs and practices related to "funerals" in the yakuza world. We will now take a closer look at the actual situation.

At the &#8220;Inagawa-kai funeral&#8221; attended by the Yamaguchigumi VI, several hundred million yen was given as incense money&#8230; The &#8220;funeral situation&#8221; of a gang wrapped in a veil.

 Aida En

 Playback] looks back at what this magazine reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. Tokyo Chikara Meshi" was launched in 2011 and quickly grew to 100 restaurants a year later. What was the reason for its untimely decline?

Playback &#8217;15] From about 140 to 15 restaurants in 2 years&#8230; Why &#8220;Tokyo Chikara Meshi&#8221;&#8216;s breakthrough was over in an instant.

 An unemployed suspect, 32-year-old Takeshi Wada, a resident of Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture, was caught red-handed after holding his family hostage in his home. Why did Wada commit the murder? A criminal expert unravels the "dark side" of the suspect's mind, who is said to have been a recluse.

Anger at mother&#8217;s warning while listening to music&#8221;&#8230;32-year-old man &#8220;cold stare immediately after his arrest&#8221; Expert points out the darkness.

 Takero Yui (1st photo)

 In this issue of Playback, we look back at what we reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. This time, we take up the "Funabashi 18-year-old girl murder case" that took place in April 2003. Why did the girl bury her former classmate alive?

Playback &#8217;15] The 18-Year-Old Murderer of Funabashi 18-Year-Old Girl Who Begged for Her Life and Was Buried Alive&#8230;

 Takuma Arimura

 On May 20, '25, an unemployed suspect, Takeshi Wada, was arrested after a stand-in incident in Funabashi, Chiba Prefecture. The suspect took his mother and sister hostage and holed himself up in an apartment for about seven hours. A cameraman captured the tense scene.

Tense Standoff at Funabashi Hostage Incident Threat to Kill if Police Don’t Leave

 Takeshi Kinugawa, Kyodo News (2nd photo)

 Former Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Taku Eto resigned after saying, "We have enough rice to sell. He was replaced by former Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi, but the outlook is not bright. What was behind the appointment?

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Thailand’s Cannabis Industry: Where Cafes Double as Hotspots for Japanese Tourists

Inside Tokushima’s 150-Year-Old Active Brothel: Infiltrating the Hidden World of Panpan Street

No Crowds, Cheap & Delicious! Top Post-Expo Eats in Osaka

The Atmosphere Changed — Cocaine Bust at Kakekomidera as Street Kids Speak Out

From Campus Scandal to Criminal Front: The Tumultuous Downfall of a University Associate Professor

The Heart Can’t Be Tidied Up: A Comedian’s Candid Look at Noto’s Ongoing Recovery

Aging Condos, Aging Residents: The Hidden Crisis of Rising Costs and Decline in Japan’s Older Apartments

The Dark Past and Local Reputation of a 78-Year-Old Who Tried to Abduct a High School Girl

Japan Approves CBD for Medical Use: Legal and Addiction Facts Explained

Tadayoshi Okura Nears Family’s Torikizoku Addresses Hereditary Rumors

38-year-old man suspected of indecent exposure: “I pushed him down but couldn’t do it because of the commotion”… “skinhead, staring at the cameraman,” terrifying appearance.

Care Crisis Exposed When Elderly Care Breaks Down

False Rumor Lawsuit and SNS Addiction Reflections by Miss Todai

Dubai Job Horror Forced to Eat Excrement for 5 Million Yen a Day — Still Chasing SNS Fame

Taro Aso LDP Supreme Advisor a 84-Year-Old Kingmaker Looks Ahead While Taking a Morning Walk

Princess Kako Shines Through a Grueling Schedule Even in the Summer Heat

Japan’s Self-Medication Boom Fuels Overdose Crisis

Support for the Democratic Party of Japan plummets with the approval of the “controversial” Shiori Yamao and others, and not only the public but also “TV stations are disappointed.

At the “Inagawa-kai funeral” attended by the Yamaguchigumi VI, several hundred million yen was given as incense money… The “funeral situation” of a gang wrapped in a veil.

Playback ’15] From about 140 to 15 restaurants in 2 years… Why “Tokyo Chikara Meshi”‘s breakthrough was over in an instant.

Anger at mother’s warning while listening to music”…32-year-old man “cold stare immediately after his arrest” Expert points out the darkness.

Playback ’15] The 18-Year-Old Murderer of Funabashi 18-Year-Old Girl Who Begged for Her Life and Was Buried Alive…

Tense Standoff at Funabashi Hostage Incident Threat to Kill if Police Don’t Leave

Urgent Appointment of Koizumi Sparks Concerns Over Repeat Sexy Remarks Controversy