 One year has passed since the Haneda Airport plane crash. Amidst a string of accidents in the overcrowded skies, the existence of air traffic controllers has come under close scrutiny. We asked Mr. Towerman, a former air traffic controller and aviation expert, about the work of air traffic controllers and the problems they face.

One year after the Haneda accident&#8230;A series of accidents has brought the &#8220;work of air traffic controllers&#8221; into the spotlight

 In this issue of "Playback," we look back at what this magazine was reporting 10, 20, and 30 years ago. In April 2003, Kako started her university life at ICU. The magazine captured her appearance at the orientation.

Playback] Taking the bus to the university!  Kako looks cute even in a simple outfit!

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (entertainment journalist)

 Takayuki Ogawauchi

 Shinji Ishimaru caused a stir in last year's Tokyo gubernatorial election, winning over 1.6 million votes, second only to incumbent Yuriko Koike. However, he was suspected of violating the Public Offices Election Law in that election, and ......

Shinji Ishimaru, &#8220;violating the Public Election Law,&#8221; held a press conference with TV Asahi and then Nikkan Gendai&#8230;still &#8220;biting&#8221; at the media.

 Takuma Arimura

 The 28th Osaka Auto Messe 2025 was held from February 7 to 9. Custom cars by Toyota, Mitsubishi, Daihatsu, and others were on display, as well as the favorite car of Shofukutei Shohei. Not only cars, but also beautiful female companions decorated the venue...

Another year, another great turnout! Beautiful Companions at Osaka Auto Messe 2025

 Shinji Hasuo

 The contents of the wads of cash posted on social networking sites, including luxury watches and luxurious meals, ......

 A man was arrested for conspiring with other men to defraud a woman in her 20s out of more than 100 million yen by offering her a fictitious investment scheme. The man posted images of wads of cash piled high on a social networking site to show off his lavish lifestyle. It is believed that he made his investors believe in him. Experts introduce countermeasures against fraud.

A woman in her twenties was scammed by three men who posted a wad of cash and stole more than 100 million yen.

 Yukiko Fukuyama (1st photo)

 In this issue of Playback, we look back at what we reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. This time, we report on the February 4, 2005 issue, which reported on the kidnapping and murder of a girl in Nara, Japan. The arrested man was found guilty of multiple "extra crimes.

Playback &#8217;05] Arrest Warrant Issued for Another Case&#8230; Nara Girl Kidnapped and Murdered: Suspected Perpetrator&#8217;s &#8220;Hentai Extra Crimes

 Nakahira Ryo

 Shinji Hasuo (first photo), Kyodo News (second photo)

 Michiko Watanabe, 55, is accused of murder and abandonment of a corpse for killing her mother-in-law, then 68, and dumping her body under the floor. Her motive was revealed at her first trial before a jury.

The &#8220;sniveling mother-in-law relationship&#8221; that drove a housewife in her fifties to commit a murder.

 Financial planner and representative of Rapport Consulting Office. After graduating from Nagoya University's Faculty of Engineering, he worked for a securities company and an insurance agency before setting up his own business. He is a first-class financial planning technician, CFP®, certified real estate transaction specialist, and sauna and spa professional.

 Hiroki Takekuni

 Afro (first picture)

 JAL and ANA are well-known as popular shareholder benefits among travel lovers, but their popularity has been diminishing in recent years. On the other hand, "lodging-related" shareholder benefits are attracting attention. Let us introduce some "shareholder benefit stocks" that allow you to enjoy travel at a reasonable price.

Dormy Inn over JAL and ANA! The &#8220;shareholder special benefit&#8221; for travelers is changing due to the rising cost of lodging&#8230; What do money professionals recommend?

 Nakahira

 Kyodo News (first photo), Shinji Hasuo (second photo)

 Michiko Watanabe, 55, is accused of murder and abandoning her mother-in-law, who was 68 years old at the time, by dumping her body under the floor. What was the shocking testimony she revealed at her trial?

A housewife in her fifties who raped her mother-in-law reveals the shocking feelings she had immediately after the crime.

 Michiko Watanabe, 55, is accused of murder and abandonment of a corpse for killing her mother-in-law (then 68 years old) and dumping her body under the floor. How was the defendant driven into a corner?

The shocking reason why the family &#8220;didn&#8217;t notice&#8221; the absence of the mother for a week.

 Blank Green

 SPARAKU", a sex store in Kabukicho, was busted on February 4. It is a so-called "Kabukicho style" store, and 70 to 80% of the customers were foreigners. What was the reason for the store's popularity among inbound customers?


First Ever Raid on Illegal Kabukicho Brothel: Surprising Popularity Among Foreign Tourists

 The number of men's esthetic salons is increasing at a rate surpassing that of adult entertainment establishments. Among them, "individual therapists" who do not belong to a salon are said to be attracting particular attention. Some of them are said to offer extreme services. We interviewed them to find out what they are really like.

Exploring the Growing Shadow of Illegal Men&#8217;s Estheticians Amid the Surge of Independent Therapists

 Aki Shikama

 ANA and JAL's "time sale" of domestic airline tickets is becoming a standard practice. Immediately after the start of the sale, it is still difficult to get through to the reservation screen. We ask a travel journalist about the best routes and points to keep in mind.

ANA and JAL&#8217;s Time Sale Happens Every Month and It&#8217;s Perfect for Domestic Travel

 The host industry has been seeking to improve its soundness since last April, when the "sales receipt" system was abolished under self-imposed regulations. The Diet is likely to consider such regulations again, but what is happening to the hosts in Shinjuku's Kabukicho district? We interviewed them to find out the latest situation.

Shinjuku Kabukicho&#8217;s Persistent Financial Troubles from Account Receivable to Advance

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (Entertainment Journalist)

 Pasya/Afro

 There has been some movement in the much-discussed Hyogo Prefectural Governor's race.... A raid was conducted on the PR firm "merchu," headed by Kaede Orita, who supported Governor Motohiko Saito, on suspicion of violating the Public Offices Election Law. Behind the scenes, Takashi Tachibana, who was said to be running a "two-horsepower" election...

Takahashi Tachibana and Ishin Member Clash Over Gave It Dispute

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 Fuji Television has been under criticism due to Masahiro Nakai's "trouble with women," and the possibility that the aftermath may finally affect its "flagship programs" is increasing.

Fuji TV&#8217;s Advertising Revenue Drops Major Reforms and Flagship Programs Under Review

 Takehiko Kohiyama (2nd), photo provided by the artist

 Special reading

 Ryuta Watanabe, a polygamous pimp living in Hokkaido, Japan, is an influencer who earns 1.25 million yen a month from social networking sites and YouTube...

Polygamous Freeloader Ryuta Watanabe Wants to Surpass Tokugawa Ienari the 11th Shogun

 Hideki Asai

 afro

 Experts and the Bank of Japan are closely watching the so-called "thrusting activity" in Japan's economic trends. Foreign funds are also considering it as a potential investment destination," says an expert. What will be the economic impact of the "push"?

Oshi-Katsu Market Soars to 820 Billion Yen: Japan&#8217;s Economic Game Changer?

 Tomoyuki Hanai

 The divisional war enters its final phase, and the young Yamaguchigumi leader, Seiji Takayama, enters the hall in kimono.

 On the outskirts of Seto City, Aichi Prefecture, a thick voice that defied the cold. What appeared there was the head of the Yamaguchigumi VI, Shinobu Tsukasa. He was greeted by Seiji Takayama, a young leader of the Yamaguchigumi, and showed a rare smile. Behind the scenes, however, the war between the two gangs was entering its final phase.

Tsukasa Shimon&#8217;s Smile at Yamaguchi-gumi 20th Anniversary

 A famous producer was arrested for taking out confidential information of a casting company. The information included a list of actresses who had starring roles in dramas. The man had been assigned to another company in the same industry. An expert explains the background of the case in an easy-to-understand manner.

Actress’ Secret List Leaked? Surprising Reputation of Producer

 Mitsuhide Yoshikawa, a "Gomiuran Hermit" who has picked up trash in 47 prefectures, has released "Gomulan 5 Star Ranking: Japan Edition," in which he independently ranks the places with the most and the least amount of trash. What are the places ranked in the book?

47 Prefectures One Trash Ranking: Which Has the Most?

 An executive of a scout group was arrested on suspicion of pimping three women in their 20s to sex stores in Oita Prefecture. The group received 7 billion yen over a five-year period starting in 2007. An expert explains the flow of money from the host clubs in the background in an easy-to-understand manner.

Scouting Group Leader Earned 7 Billion Yen in 5 Years Through Deception

 The continuing rise in hotel prices throughout Japan is becoming a serious problem for domestic travelers. Among them, Sapporo is showing an "abnormal" price increase. Why are these problems occurring?

Sapporo&#8217;s Hotel Shortage and Rising Costs: The Root Cause

 The first illegal sex store for foreign visitors to Japan in Japan was busted; why was this store, which is said to have sold several hundred thousand yen a day, so busy?

News

One year after the Haneda accident…A series of accidents has brought the “work of air traffic controllers” into the spotlight

Playback] Taking the bus to the university! Kako looks cute even in a simple outfit!

Shinji Ishimaru, “violating the Public Election Law,” held a press conference with TV Asahi and then Nikkan Gendai…still “biting” at the media.

Another year, another great turnout! Beautiful Companions at Osaka Auto Messe 2025

A woman in her twenties was scammed by three men who posted a wad of cash and stole more than 100 million yen.

Playback ’05] Arrest Warrant Issued for Another Case… Nara Girl Kidnapped and Murdered: Suspected Perpetrator’s “Hentai Extra Crimes

The “sniveling mother-in-law relationship” that drove a housewife in her fifties to commit a murder.

Dormy Inn over JAL and ANA! The “shareholder special benefit” for travelers is changing due to the rising cost of lodging… What do money professionals recommend?

A housewife in her fifties who raped her mother-in-law reveals the shocking feelings she had immediately after the crime.

The shocking reason why the family “didn’t notice” the absence of the mother for a week.

First Ever Raid on Illegal Kabukicho Brothel: Surprising Popularity Among Foreign Tourists

Exploring the Growing Shadow of Illegal Men’s Estheticians Amid the Surge of Independent Therapists

ANA and JAL’s Time Sale Happens Every Month and It’s Perfect for Domestic Travel

Shinjuku Kabukicho’s Persistent Financial Troubles from Account Receivable to Advance

Takahashi Tachibana and Ishin Member Clash Over Gave It Dispute

Fuji TV’s Advertising Revenue Drops Major Reforms and Flagship Programs Under Review

Polygamous Freeloader Ryuta Watanabe Wants to Surpass Tokugawa Ienari the 11th Shogun

Oshi-Katsu Market Soars to 820 Billion Yen: Japan’s Economic Game Changer?

Tsukasa Shimon’s Smile at Yamaguchi-gumi 20th Anniversary

Actress’ Secret List Leaked? Surprising Reputation of Producer

47 Prefectures One Trash Ranking: Which Has the Most?

Scouting Group Leader Earned 7 Billion Yen in 5 Years Through Deception

Sapporo’s Hotel Shortage and Rising Costs: The Root Cause

Japan’s First Inbound-Oriented Prostitution Bust: Guides Bringing Tourists