 The trial of a man who was arrested for breaking into a women's restroom at a university and taking voyeuristic photos of women was held on December 5. In the past, the man appeared as a "shark maniac" on "Matsuko no Shiranai Sekai" (The World That Matsuko Doesn't Know). He was then in court as "Imeken. What was said at the trial?

Shark Enthusiast from Matsuko’s Show Exposed as Peeping Tom

 Masanori Sento

 Over the past few years, the standing girls around Okubo Park in Kabukicho have been getting younger and younger. Finally, a 13-year-old girl has started waiting for customers, and as a result, many men are flocking to her. We bring you the reason why!

Shocking Scene in Kabukicho Men Surrounding 13-Year-Old Street Girls

 Shinji Hasuo

 A 44-year-old man was arrested for photographing the inside of a woman's skirt at a train station. The man is an employee of the Ministry of Finance and a specially-appointed associate professor at a university. The image in question was found when he took a voyeuristic photograph of another woman. The photographer of this magazine saw him in an exhausted state immediately after his arrest.

Ministry of Finance Expert Arrested for Voyeurism at Station

 Takashi Yoshida

 Saki Sudo, the wife of Kosuke Nozaki, the "Don Juan of Kishu," was arrested on suspicion of murdering her husband. However, the Wakayama District Court ruled that she was not guilty. The prosecution, with its reputation in tatters, is ......

Kishu Don Fan Case Acquitted, Prosecutors Plan Reversal

 Will it be Lotte with "Xylitol" or Mondelez with "Chloretz" that will survive? Or will it be Ezaki Glico or Marukawa Seika?

 The "gum industry" continues to suffer, as Meiji, the largest confectionary manufacturer in Japan, has withdrawn from the gum market. The industry is in a steady decline, but how can it recover? Is it the ability to develop products that catch the trend of the times, or is it pride in one's original intentions?

Chewing Gum Industry&#8217;s Survival: The Race for Long-Lasting Bestsellers!

 Jiji Press

 The first trial was held for a former SoftBank No.1 player who was in possession of cocaine. Yamashita was a "hard-hitting catcher" who attracted a lot of attention. Why did this promising player turn to illegal drugs? We introduce his dangerous words and deeds since his active career.

Former Softbank catcher, cocaine use allegations.

 Asahi Shimbun (1st photo) Shinji Hasuo (3rd photo)

 There are things you can do for yourself and your family. 10 Articles to Protect Your Life from the Perpetrator

 Since this summer, there have been a series of robberies in the Tokyo metropolitan area. What is threatening is the fact that they are indiscriminate in their targeting. How should we prepare for such an unusual situation in which anyone can become a victim? Former "burglar" criminals will teach you the art of crime prevention.

Former Robbers Share Tactics to Deter Break-Ins

 Keisuke Nishi

 Tomoaki Ogura passed away after an eight-year battle with the disease. Before his death, he regretted that he had hesitated to have an operation to remove his bladder because he wanted to maintain his male function, and that he had detoured for two years. Ogura's hesitation and regret taught him many lessons.

Bladder Cancer Claims Ogura&#8217;s Life Doctors Warn of Urgency

 Kei Kato

 A quick glance at the FRIDAY photographer: ...... Criminal charges have been filed for alleged violations of the Public Election Law, the Article 100 Committee is continuing, and there is no end in sight to the chaos...

 About a month after his re-election, Hyogo Governor Motohiko Saito is still in turmoil. There is a possibility that the ongoing Hyakujo Committee will be carried over into the new year.... A Hyogo Prefecture official expressed his distrust of Governor Saito to FRIDAY.

Saito Motohiko Faces Growing Discontent Over Hyogo’s Stagnant Governance

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 Roppongi Hills is decorated with illumination for a limited time only. Many people have gathered to take pictures of the spectacle, but some are reportedly committing dangerous acts in order to get a good shot. Here is a report from Roppongi Hills.

Roppongi Illumination Young People Risk Safety for Perfect Shots

 Eiji Iwahashi, who was arrested on May 27, 2012 for molesting a woman on the JR Saikyo Line, had his trial held at the Tokyo District Court on December 5, 2012, and his boss at the cab company where he worked appeared in court. The boss of the taxi company where he worked appeared in court and spoke about the defendant's character.

Taxi Driver’s Trial: Top Sales Achiever Faces Judgment for Molestation and Escape onto Tracks

 A man posing as a plainclothes policeman was arrested. The man, who posed as a plainclothes policeman, accused a man of taking photos of merchandise at an electronics retail store and threatened him with a settlement. Similar incidents occurred one after another in the vicinity of JR Akihabara Station. The total amount of damage exceeds 5 million yen.

Man Arrested for Extorting 5 Million Yen by Posing as Victim&#8217;s Father

 Hiroyuki Ozawa (1st and 2nd photos), Hirokazu Kikuchi (3rd photo)

 In this issue of Playback, we look back at what we reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. Why did the happiness of a family of four doctors "fall apart"?

Playback &#8217;94] The Tsukuba Wife and Child Murder Case: How a Doctor&#8217;s Family Took a &#8220;Dark Turn

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 Daisuke Iwasaki (1st and 3rd photos) Afro (2nd photo)

 On the evening of December 10, Shinji Ishimaru, former mayor of Aki Takata, and Genki Sudo, former member of the House of Councillors, held a "drinking party" at Isoko, a Japanese-style pub with a downtown atmosphere in Koto-ku, Tokyo. An unexpected combination, but what was the purpose?

The &#8220;New Party Vision&#8221; for the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly election was directly discussed with Shinji Ishimaru after his &#8220;secret meeting&#8221; with Genki Sudo!

 Deer in "Nara Park," which is recognized not only in Japan but also in the world and attracts inbound visitors, are experiencing a strange phenomenon. The number of ″human injuries″ such as being stabbed or tackled by antlers has increased sharply, 2.5 times compared to last year! Why are the deer so angry...

The number of &#8220;personal injury&#8221; accidents, such as being stabbed by antlers, increased 2.5 times compared to last year! Mystery of the ″famous″ deer in Nara Park &#8220;going berserk

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 Over the past few years, the area in front of Tokyo Station has become a very popular spot for people taking wedding photos. Such is the case at Tokyo Station, but some ill-mannered people are committing malicious acts. Here are the details.

Tokyo Station crowded with wedding photo shooters&#8230; Some annoying photographers &#8220;verbally abused&#8221; passersby.

 Shusuke Kudo

 In this issue of Playback, we look back at what this magazine reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. This time, we introduce a "soap for women" that opened in Yoshiwara in 1994. What kind of services did it offer?

Playback &#8217;94] Services of &#8220;Women&#8217;s Soap&#8221; in Yoshiwara 30 Years Ago&#8230; Different from Modern Women&#8217;s Soap

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 On December 8, a "round-table meeting with non-incumbent former branch chiefs" was held at the LDP headquarters, where the executive board exchanged opinions with lawmakers who lost their elections in the recent Lower House election. What did Prime Minister Ishiba have to say to the candidates who are aiming to win the next election?

The Unexpected Advice from Prominent Defeated Politician That Lonely PM Shigeru Ishiba Relies On

 Nakahira Ryo

 Shinji Hasuo (2nd photo)

 On December 9, Kitamura Higaoka, who was arrested for sexually assaulting a female student at the junior high school where he worked, was sentenced to nine years in prison. How did the defendant react to the verdict?

Former Principal Gets 9 Years for Lewd Acts on Students Victims Express Regret

 A man, an active clerk of the Prime Minister's Office, was arrested on suspicion of non-consensual sexual intercourse with two junior high school girls and violation of the Child Prostitution and Pornography Law. In the midst of all this, neighbors say they had witnessed the suspect engaging in "family services. What is his true face? ......

Man Involved in Exploitative Incident with Junior High Student Offered Additional Services

 Naoyuki Miyashita (nonfiction writer)

 A man who was getting ready to go to work at his company ("Mr. A") was getting ready when his phone rang shortly after 8:00 a.m. on March 19. On the screen of his phone was a message from Tokyo Sangyo, a general machinery trading company (headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo).

Exclusive Mitsubishi Group Company Accused of Subcontractor Bullying After TSE Listing

 Takayuki Ogawauchi Shinji Hasuo

 After lynching a group of former coworkers, the suspect faked his own suicide by making them stand on the railroad tracks.

 Manabu Sasaki, a suspect who was arrested for lynching a group of his ex-colleagues and then making them stand on the railroad tracks to fake their suicide. After the incident, FRIDAY went to the area to interview the suspect. What kind of person is he? Neighbors reveal...

Manabu Sasaki Caught Smoking in Bullying Railway Crossing Murder Case

 Masayoshi Katayama (Journalist)

 Kyodo News (Mr. Deripaska)

 There are no direct flights to Japan, but it is possible to visit Japan by ship. He is a big fan of Japan and is looking for business opportunities with huge money...

 Oleg Deripaska, one of Russia's upstart oligarchs, hopes for a quick end to the war in Ukraine, because the huge profits from the reconstruction business will be used for the reconstruction of the country. Oleg Deripaska, one of Russia's upstart oligarchs, wants an early end to the war in Ukraine because he wants to reap huge profits from the reconstruction business. We found the Japanese villa of the millionaire Deripaska! What's going on inside...

Aluminum King of New Russian Oligarchs Plans Reconstruction Project in Ukraine

 A former famous Korean idol man has been sentenced to prison. He took pictures of his ex-girlfriend and her lower body 18 times without her permission. He claimed that he had no intention of leaking his photos to the public, but was sentenced to one year and four months in prison. The following is a description of his appalling criminal tactics.

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Shark Enthusiast from Matsuko’s Show Exposed as Peeping Tom

Shocking Scene in Kabukicho Men Surrounding 13-Year-Old Street Girls

Ministry of Finance Expert Arrested for Voyeurism at Station

Kishu Don Fan Case Acquitted, Prosecutors Plan Reversal

Chewing Gum Industry’s Survival: The Race for Long-Lasting Bestsellers!

Former Softbank catcher, cocaine use allegations.

Former Robbers Share Tactics to Deter Break-Ins

Bladder Cancer Claims Ogura’s Life Doctors Warn of Urgency

Saito Motohiko Faces Growing Discontent Over Hyogo’s Stagnant Governance

Roppongi Illumination Young People Risk Safety for Perfect Shots

Taxi Driver’s Trial: Top Sales Achiever Faces Judgment for Molestation and Escape onto Tracks

Man Arrested for Extorting 5 Million Yen by Posing as Victim’s Father

Playback ’94] The Tsukuba Wife and Child Murder Case: How a Doctor’s Family Took a “Dark Turn

The “New Party Vision” for the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly election was directly discussed with Shinji Ishimaru after his “secret meeting” with Genki Sudo!

The number of “personal injury” accidents, such as being stabbed by antlers, increased 2.5 times compared to last year! Mystery of the ″famous″ deer in Nara Park “going berserk

Tokyo Station crowded with wedding photo shooters… Some annoying photographers “verbally abused” passersby.