 Blank Green

 On June 23, a Fuji TV producer was arrested for habitual gambling. Many celebrities who have been arrested for online casino gambling have said that they did not know it was illegal. We explored the background behind this.

“We Thought It Was Legal”: The Hidden Reality Behind Japan’s Online Casino Crackdown

 Takayuki Ogawauchi

 Ishimaru's new party, "The Path of Rebirth", which ran 42 candidates in the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly elections but lost all of them...Shinji Ishimaru himself will not be running in the Upper House election in July, but a candidate from his party is scheduled to run in the Upper House election. The turnaround from the Tokyo Assembly election can be seen at ......

Shinji Ishimaru&#8217;s new party, &#8220;Party of Renewal,&#8221; shocked by zero seats in the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly election&#8230; &#8220;Possibility of a turnaround&#8221; in the July Upper House election.

 Table Mark, Toyo Suisan, Irisoyama, and Uke are in hot pursuit!

 The price of brand-name rice has remained high, and rice is becoming a luxury item without any overall price reductions. In such a situation, packaged rice that can be eaten immediately by simply heating it up in a microwave is suddenly attracting attention.

The &#8220;Packaged Rice Industry Study&#8221;: In fact, &#8220;Sato no Gohan&#8221; was not a monopoly!

 Diceke Takahashi

 Mayumi Abe

 The "Washlet" toilet seat has an 82% household penetration rate in Japan. It is no exaggeration to say that almost all households have them. It has long been the custom of Japanese people to wash their butts with warm water, and it is a long-held wish of Japanese users that these toilet seats become more popular overseas.

The Hidden Achievement of Inbound!　Even foreign butts need to be washed!　Washlet&#8221; now going overseas!

 In this issue of Playback, we take a look back at what this magazine reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. In Kabukicho, Shinjuku, in 2003, rip-offs were rampant, and every weekend there was a commotion as customers complained about the damage. The magazine closely reported the situation.

Playback &#8217;15] The scene of the chaos that occurred every weekend&#8230; Kabukicho Police Box &#8220;rip-off&#8221;: Customers, Shops, and Cops.

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 On June 25, Fuji Media Holdings ("FMH") held its 84th Regular General Meeting of Shareholders at the Ariake Arena. Fuji HD has been facing a variety of problems, and the meeting attracted a lot of attention. We bring you the whole story.

Questions about the &#8220;lawsuit against Mr. Nakai&#8221; and &#8220;withdrawal from the broadcasting business&#8221; were also asked&#8230; The entirety of the heated &#8220;Fuji HD&#8221; shareholders&#8217; meeting.

 Afro

 The world's turmoil intensifies further. Finally, the U.S. enters the fray with "bunker buster" weapons, which penetrate underground.

 The Israeli airstrike on Iran that began on June 13 has evolved into a "war of retaliation," with the U.S. dropping penetrating underground bombs and destroying Iran's nuclear facilities. What sparked the conflict in the first place?　And what is the crisis facing the world today? ......

Iran and Israel: Missiles Dancing in the Skies of the Middle East&#8230;The End of the Endless &#8220;War of Retaliation

 Takero Shigumo (Sentenced to death), Shinji Hasuo (Takao Police Station)

 On June 27, the Ministry of Justice executed Takahiro Shiraishi, who had been sentenced to death for the murders of nine people at an apartment in Zama City, Kanagawa Prefecture in 2005, on charges including robbery and forced sexual intercourse. This is a recapitulation of an article that appeared in the past when this magazine had an interview with Shiraishi.

Execution of Death Row inmate Takahiro Shiraishi: &#8220;Money is the key,&#8221; he told this reporter during an interview.

 This article reports in detail on a scam in which a FRIDAY Digital reporter received a call from a group of people pretending to be police officers in Reiwa 2025.

Fake Cop Scam Exposed: Reporter Reveals the Tactics Behind a 170 Billion Yen Fraud Wave

 Shinji Hasuo

 A self-proclaimed first-class medium was arrested for sexually assaulting a woman in her twenties. The medium is alleged to have harmed the woman under the guise of exorcism by arousing her fears that she was being haunted by a living spirit of a man. This article introduces a clever and malicious technique that exploits the psychology of the victim.

Spiritual Cleansing or Predatory Trap? Self-Proclaimed Psychic Accused of Assault

 Ryo Nakahira

 On June 30, the sentencing hearing was held for a man arrested for indecently assaulting a 6-year-old girl. We look back at the article of the first trial regarding the man's claim that he did not commit any indecent acts, which was pointed out by the judge as an "unreasonable statement.

[Verdict] 6-Year-Old’s Testimony: “He Grabbed My Chest” — Court Ruling and 51-Year-Old Defendant’s Defense

 Keiko Tsuji

 Sugar restriction, muscle training, cutting out oil, bananas in the morning ......, these are "common sense" diets that everyone believes in, but in fact, they are all wrong. Why are these well-meaning dieting methods wrong?

“Cutting Carbs and Fats Is Wrong?” Doctor Debunks Popular Diet Myths

 Eri Yoshizawa (Pharmacist/Medical Journalist)

 Obata's brother was rushed to the emergency room. It was due to his repeated use of inhalers used by asthma patients and others. An overdose can cause heart palpitations, clouded consciousness, and even death. Even over-the-counter medicines such as stomach pills and herbal remedies are dangerous if the dosage and administration are not followed.

Overdose Scare of Obata no Oniisan Hospitalized After Severe Reaction

 A woman used a matching app to lure two men to a rip-off bar and swindled them out of their money. The criminal technique was manualized, and the characteristics of the men targeted were also determined.

Dating App Scam Exposed — 23-Year-Old Woman Part of Manualized Fraud Ring

 Yoshitaka Suzuki, a Fuji Television employee and head of the planning department, was arrested on suspicion of habitual gambling using an online casino. The officials said they saw the true face of a "gambling maniac". The reality of the situation can be found at .......

Fuji TV Staffer Arrested Over Illegal Online Casino Associates Reveal Gambling Obsession and Selling Clothes for Cash

 A man was arrested for stabbing his sister to death. He had more than 10 stab wounds. He took the Shinkansen bullet train from his home in Wakayama Prefecture to visit his sister's apartment in Chiba Prefecture. This is the shocking scene that this magazine witnessed immediately after his arrest.

Man Took Shinkansen to Tokyo and Stabbed Older Sister—Cold Post-Arrest Photo Revealed

 In the early morning hours of June 15, a self-proclaimed Myanmarese technical intern student was arrested for stabbing his friend on a street in Noda City, Chiba Prefecture. With the rapid increase in the number of Myanmar residents in Japan, the number of crimes is expected to increase in the future. What is the background?

The Hidden Truth Behind Murder Case Involving Two Myanmar Nationals

 Akira Ikoma

 The revised Entertainment Establishments Control Law will go into effect on June 28. The main focus of the revised law has been to crack down on malicious hosts and scouts, but the industry is now on the verge of extinction as it is learned that the law will also strengthen the control of men's esthetic clinics.

Revised Law Triggers Mass Closures in Men’s Aesthetic Industry, Fuels Rise in Underground Sex Businesses

 On June 13, a Thai man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and other charges after he drove his car into a police officer who was questioning him on duty and opened fire. The commotion started when the man's Thai companion assaulted the police officer in an attempt to escape. Why did the commotion occur?

Thai Man Tries to Run Over Police Officer and Gets Shot—The Story Behind the Attempted Murder Case

 There is a unique woman who is loved by the yakuza of Kabukicho, and a senior member of a designated crime syndicate once told me, "Any yakuza in Kabukicho who does not know her is a mobster. She is Akira Nakagawa, 36, who runs a bar in Kabukicho, Tokyo. We asked her about the life of a famous mama loved by the yakuza.

From Korean Prison to Kabukicho Icon: The Yakuza&#8217;s Beloved Mama

 Hiroaki Fujiuchi

 In this issue of Playback, we look back at what we reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. June 21, 2005 marked five years since an emergency volcano warning was issued for Miyakejima. In this issue, we report on the islanders who returned to Miyakejima five months before the emergency volcano warning was issued.

Playback 2005: Midnight Sirens and Daily Life on Miyake Island, Five Months After Return

 Jun Saito, the suspect who displayed the skulls of the murdered women in his home. He denied some of the charges, saying "It was consensual (with the victim). In some cases, he may be sentenced to up to seven years in prison. ......

Unemployed Man in His 30s Kept Multiple Female Skulls at Home After Murdering a 21-Year-Old Woman

1.A man was arrested for trying to smuggle eight kilograms of cocaine into Japan. He is a fighter who has participated in "BreakingDown" before. He told everyone around him, "I'm too violent. What was his clever trick of using Shohei Ohtani's bat?

BreakingDown Contestant Caught Smuggling Cocaine Inside Shohei Ohtani Bat

 NAKAHIRARA (1st and 4th pictures), HASUO Shinji (2nd and 3rd pictures)

 On June 10, the second trial was held for Kaiwei Konishi, a former representative of Japan's national table tennis team, who was indicted for committing an indecent act at a table tennis class he taught. The mother of one of the victims, a student, described the details of the horrific crime.

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“We Thought It Was Legal”: The Hidden Reality Behind Japan’s Online Casino Crackdown

Shinji Ishimaru’s new party, “Party of Renewal,” shocked by zero seats in the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly election… “Possibility of a turnaround” in the July Upper House election.

The “Packaged Rice Industry Study”: In fact, “Sato no Gohan” was not a monopoly!

The Hidden Achievement of Inbound!　Even foreign butts need to be washed!　Washlet” now going overseas!

Playback ’15] The scene of the chaos that occurred every weekend… Kabukicho Police Box “rip-off”: Customers, Shops, and Cops.

Questions about the “lawsuit against Mr. Nakai” and “withdrawal from the broadcasting business” were also asked… The entirety of the heated “Fuji HD” shareholders’ meeting.

Iran and Israel: Missiles Dancing in the Skies of the Middle East…The End of the Endless “War of Retaliation

Execution of Death Row inmate Takahiro Shiraishi: “Money is the key,” he told this reporter during an interview.

Fake Cop Scam Exposed: Reporter Reveals the Tactics Behind a 170 Billion Yen Fraud Wave

Spiritual Cleansing or Predatory Trap? Self-Proclaimed Psychic Accused of Assault

[Verdict] 6-Year-Old’s Testimony: “He Grabbed My Chest” — Court Ruling and 51-Year-Old Defendant’s Defense

“Cutting Carbs and Fats Is Wrong?” Doctor Debunks Popular Diet Myths

Overdose Scare of Obata no Oniisan Hospitalized After Severe Reaction

Dating App Scam Exposed — 23-Year-Old Woman Part of Manualized Fraud Ring

Fuji TV Staffer Arrested Over Illegal Online Casino Associates Reveal Gambling Obsession and Selling Clothes for Cash

Man Took Shinkansen to Tokyo and Stabbed Older Sister—Cold Post-Arrest Photo Revealed

The Hidden Truth Behind Murder Case Involving Two Myanmar Nationals

Revised Law Triggers Mass Closures in Men’s Aesthetic Industry, Fuels Rise in Underground Sex Businesses

Thai Man Tries to Run Over Police Officer and Gets Shot—The Story Behind the Attempted Murder Case

From Korean Prison to Kabukicho Icon: The Yakuza’s Beloved Mama

Playback 2005: Midnight Sirens and Daily Life on Miyake Island, Five Months After Return

Unemployed Man in His 30s Kept Multiple Female Skulls at Home After Murdering a 21-Year-Old Woman

BreakingDown Contestant Caught Smuggling Cocaine Inside Shohei Ohtani Bat

The victim’s testimony reveals the “details” of the indecent act of the former Japanese table tennis team member.

News

“We Thought It Was Legal”: The Hidden Reality Behind Japan’s Online Casino Crackdown

Shinji Ishimaru’s new party, “Party of Renewal,” shocked by zero seats in the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly election… “Possibility of a turnaround” in the July Upper House election.

The “Packaged Rice Industry Study”: In fact, “Sato no Gohan” was not a monopoly!

The Hidden Achievement of Inbound! Even foreign butts need to be washed! Washlet” now going overseas!

Playback ’15] The scene of the chaos that occurred every weekend… Kabukicho Police Box “rip-off”: Customers, Shops, and Cops.

Questions about the “lawsuit against Mr. Nakai” and “withdrawal from the broadcasting business” were also asked… The entirety of the heated “Fuji HD” shareholders’ meeting.

Iran and Israel: Missiles Dancing in the Skies of the Middle East…The End of the Endless “War of Retaliation

Execution of Death Row inmate Takahiro Shiraishi: “Money is the key,” he told this reporter during an interview.

Fake Cop Scam Exposed: Reporter Reveals the Tactics Behind a 170 Billion Yen Fraud Wave

Spiritual Cleansing or Predatory Trap? Self-Proclaimed Psychic Accused of Assault

[Verdict] 6-Year-Old’s Testimony: “He Grabbed My Chest” — Court Ruling and 51-Year-Old Defendant’s Defense

“Cutting Carbs and Fats Is Wrong?” Doctor Debunks Popular Diet Myths

Overdose Scare of Obata no Oniisan Hospitalized After Severe Reaction

Dating App Scam Exposed — 23-Year-Old Woman Part of Manualized Fraud Ring

Fuji TV Staffer Arrested Over Illegal Online Casino Associates Reveal Gambling Obsession and Selling Clothes for Cash

Man Took Shinkansen to Tokyo and Stabbed Older Sister—Cold Post-Arrest Photo Revealed

The Hidden Truth Behind Murder Case Involving Two Myanmar Nationals

Revised Law Triggers Mass Closures in Men’s Aesthetic Industry, Fuels Rise in Underground Sex Businesses

Thai Man Tries to Run Over Police Officer and Gets Shot—The Story Behind the Attempted Murder Case

From Korean Prison to Kabukicho Icon: The Yakuza’s Beloved Mama

Playback 2005: Midnight Sirens and Daily Life on Miyake Island, Five Months After Return

Unemployed Man in His 30s Kept Multiple Female Skulls at Home After Murdering a 21-Year-Old Woman

BreakingDown Contestant Caught Smuggling Cocaine Inside Shohei Ohtani Bat

The victim’s testimony reveals the “details” of the indecent act of the former Japanese table tennis team member.

The Hidden Achievement of Inbound!　Even foreign butts need to be washed!　Washlet” now going overseas!