 Shinji Hasuo

 An incident occurred in the Omiya area where many girls gather. A 32-year-old man called "Sensei" allegedly locked a teenage girl in a multipurpose toilet and sexually assaulted her. There have been multiple reports of sexual assaults in the Omiya area. This is the dangerous reality of the gathering.

Teenage Girl Allegedly Assaulted in Multipurpose Restroom — Ōmiya Sensei Lured Victim Under Guise of Caregiving in Shocking Crime

 Hiroyuki Komatsu (1st photo)

 In this issue of Playback, we take a look back at what this magazine reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. In May 2005, a man was arrested on suspicion of confining and assaulting a woman. We look back at the case of the man who was called "the prince of confinement.

The Twisted Crimes and Disturbing Fetishes of Japan’s Infamous Confinement Prince

 After working as a money writer, financial planner, and market analyst for a securities company, Matsuoka became independent in 1996. Wrote 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! Cashless Payments: The Book That Will Definitely Benefit You".

 Kenji Matsuoka

 Afro

 The banking industry is on a roll, as evidenced by the recently announced financial results. The three megabanks have posted the highest net income for three consecutive years. What is the interest on the BOJ's "excess reserves" that the BOJ is pumping back into the banking industry like a "subsidy"?

Almost a Waste of Taxpayer Money&#8221; &#8211; Why the BOJ is Still &#8220;Subsidizing&#8221; Banks Despite Megabanks&#8217; Highest Profits

 From "I Liked You, I Had to Kill You

 The "middleman" of the case compilation website "Jiken Bimonenroku" has published "Liked You, Had to Kill Me" (co-authored by Mizuho Takagi, Tetsujinsha), which picks up cases related to love between a man and a woman. From the book, "Encouraging Woman" is introduced.

Wishing you good luck&#8230; The &#8220;true purpose&#8221; of the &#8220;ex-girlfriend&#8221; sex worker who made a man decide to kill a prostitute

 From "You I Loved, I Had to Kill

 A wife who had been called a "maggot" and beaten by her husband for many years finally stabbed him. However, the crime led to unexpected consequences. ......

A wife who was called a &#8220;maggot&#8221; finally decides to take revenge&#8230; The &#8220;ironic result&#8221; of stabbing her verbally abusive and violent husband

 Sayuri Saito

 I am half hopeful and half concerned about Minister Koizumi," said Michiharu Oizumi, professor emeritus at Miyagi University. However, even if stockpiled rice released under a voluntary contract is priced at the 2,000-yen level, it does not mean that the price of rice as a whole will fall.

Rice Prices Set to Stay High Until Next Year’s Harvest as Market Polarization Deepens

 Former NHK announcer Matomo Ushida, who is running for the upper house of the National Democratic Party of Japan this summer, gave a speech at JR Hamamatsucho Station on May 25 with Yuichiro Tamaki, the party's representative, and others. Ushida has yet to make any significant comments, but there is a reason for that...

Why Former NHK Announcer Maatomo Ushida Struggles to Stand Out in Street Speeches Despite Her Charisma

 A group of executives who operated fake dating sites and swindled women out of as much as 5.3 billion yen in cash has been arrested. When they received complaints from victims, they refunded a portion of the money and made the victims write an affidavit saying that they would not consult the police. This is their ingenious criminal technique.

¥5.3 Billion Scam Group Exposed — How They Used Fake Dating Sites and No-Police Pledges to Trap Victims

 Fuji Media Holdings has announced plans to appoint new directors, and while the general shareholders' meeting in June is attracting attention, the fact that President Shimizu has suggested that former directors who "left" the company due to a series of controversies will be "sent down from heaven" is causing turmoil. The company's June general shareholders' meeting is attracting attention.

President Hints at Surprise Amakudari Move as Ousted Execs Face an Uncertain Future

 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

 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

 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...

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Teenage Girl Allegedly Assaulted in Multipurpose Restroom — Ōmiya Sensei Lured Victim Under Guise of Caregiving in Shocking Crime

The Twisted Crimes and Disturbing Fetishes of Japan’s Infamous Confinement Prince

Almost a Waste of Taxpayer Money” – Why the BOJ is Still “Subsidizing” Banks Despite Megabanks’ Highest Profits

Wishing you good luck… The “true purpose” of the “ex-girlfriend” sex worker who made a man decide to kill a prostitute

A wife who was called a “maggot” finally decides to take revenge… The “ironic result” of stabbing her verbally abusive and violent husband