 Shinji Hasuo

 A man was arrested for setting fire to his room in an apartment complex in Wakaba-ku, Chiba Prefecture, on the evening of January 1. The man is said to have stated that he set the fire to exorcise the spirits of the dead, but one can only imagine the feelings of the residents who were caught up in a terrible disaster so early in the New Year.

Man Sets Fire Claiming Exorcism on New Year’s Eve, Endangers Neighbors

 The year 2025: Violent and Serious Cases

 This year's edition of "Violent & Serious Cases in 2025" will feature a selection from among the many incidents reported by FRIDAY Digital in 2025. This time, we will focus on the case of a man who ran a judo school and committed crimes against nine of his students.

Former Judo Dojo Head on Trial for Abuse of Nine Children, Remorse Questioned

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 Violent and Serious Cases in 2025

 We take a look back at serious and heinous incidents reported by "FRIDAY Digital" in the year 2025. We report on the actions and words of a man who sexually assaulted a young girl on her way home from buying a birthday present for her father at his trial.

Trial Highlights Self-Serving Conduct of Man Accused of Assaulting 8-Year-Old Girl

 Takero Yui

 In mid-December of last year, a "New Beginnings Meeting" was held at the headquarters of the Shimizu Family VI, a secondary organization of the Yamaguchigumi VI, located in Shizuoka Prefecture. Sixty investigators were deployed in the vicinity to guard the area. We will explain what is happening behind the scenes of this "Jikki-no-Meeting.

Sixth Yamaguchi-gumi Prepares for Leadership Transition After Conflict Ends

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 Morning sickness is one of the reasons people avoid pregnancy. Although unapproved in Japan, the morning sickness drug "BonJesta" has become the talk of the town for its ability to relieve such suffering. Is there any risk?　We ask a doctor's opinion.

A Dream Drug That Eases Pregnancy Anxiety!　Doctor Explains Risks of Morning Sickness Drug Bonjesta

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 A new form of crime called "tokuryu" is gaining popularity these days. In line with the rising crime, we frequently see the latest police jargon in the news. Nonfiction writer Masahiro Ojima explains the meaning of these terms.

From the latest investigative techniques to &#8220;certain words&#8221; that appear frequently in cases&#8230; Unraveling the police &#8220;jargon&#8221; that appeared frequently in &#8217;25

 Born in 1979. Worked as an editor and writer for town magazines, travel books, and recipe books. Currently, as a web writer, he writes on a wide range of topics from decadence to traditional crafts. His life motto is "Sake is best drunk while walking". Shigeru Nekota's food blog "I love quirky restaurants! https://nekotashigeru.site/・Instagram @nekota_sigeru

 Shigeru Nekota

 The 24 billion acquisition is understandable! The surprising reason why Osakans are crazy about "Shisan Udon". The pride of the "dashi culture" is put aside to wait in line for the "Shiawase Set" and the magical "Botamochi"...! This is an emergency report on the scene where addicts keep coming back.

Osaka&#8217;s dashi culture is the &#8220;surprising reason&#8221; for the enthusiasm for &#8220;Shisan Udon&#8221; among the people of Osaka.

 Junpei Kota

 The year 2025: Violent and Serious Cases in 2025

 In October, Aoki, the defendant in the "Nagano quadruple murder case," was sentenced to death. We look back at the case and the circumstances surrounding the murders.

Nagano Quadruple Murder Sentencing: &#8220;This is a Virtual Space&#8221;&#8230;Delusion?　The last words of the defendant who kept silent.

 Violent and Serious Incidents in 2025

 In this installment of "Violent & Serious Cases in 2025," we take a look back at the serious and heinous cases reported by FRIDAY Digital in 2025. In this fourth installment of "Saitama Skull Murder," we look back at the man who displayed the victim's skull in his room and wonder what he was thinking.

Saitama Skull Murder] &#8220;I had a desire to kill,&#8221; the murderer secretly harbored &#8220;dark urges.

 Yasuko Sakaguchi

 The staff saw it! Weekly TV's inside story

 Daigo of Chidori, 45, who decided to drop "Sake no Tsumami ni Naru Hanashi" due to the Hitoshi Matsumoto cosplay issue, has become the new charisma of the variety world in Reiwa. What is the reason for his popularity on both distribution and terrestrial TV?

After the Matsumoto Hitoshi Cosplay Yield Riots, &#8220;Chidori&#8221; Daigo is ″Musou″ on Terrestrial Wave &#038; Distribution!

 Hideki Asai

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 The savior of soaring rice prices! A public health nurse teaches the 8 best "bulking up" and alternative foods, including glutinous oats that expand 1.5 times and oatmeal rice, which is the most cost-effective and diet-friendly "eating defense.

Public Health Nurse Shares Top 8 Meal-Boosting and Substitute Foods

 The former head of the internationally wanted luxury watch-sharing service "Tokematch" has been arrested. We asked an expert.

Fleeing to Dubai, the Ex-CEO of Tokematch Is Accused of Committing Two Serious Offenses

 Motoko Abekawa works as 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

 Afro (1st, 3rd, and 5th pictures)

 Asabi" from Korea is the best way to prevent New Year's weight gain!　A nutritionist explains the scientific basis for reducing visceral fat with just one tablespoon a day. What is the correct way to follow the popular "just drink it" diet and what are the dangerous ways to drink it that should be avoided?

One Tablespoon a Day of Korean Asabi Could Be the Easiest Way to Combat Post-Holiday Weight Gain

 Takero Shimei (1st photo), Shinji Hamasaki (4th and 5th photos)

 The "FRIDAY Digital" will be published in 2025.

 In this year's "Violent & Serious Cases in 2025," we look back at the major cases and heinous incidents reported by FRIDAY Digital in 2025, and introduce the voice of former death row inmate Shiraishi, who was executed in June for the "Zama 9 murders," as told to us by our reporter before his death.

Shiraishi’s Execution and the True Nature Behind the Crimes

 Nakahira Ryo

 On December 23, the second trial of a former head teacher of a cram school who indecently assaulted two of his students was held. The mother of one of the victims testified about her anger toward the defendant and the current situation of the girls.

“Every Moment Was Painful” — A Mother Speaks in Court About Her Daughter’s Current Condition, Expressing Her Anger

 Takeshi Nodo

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 The Hong Kong high-rise apartment fire that has terrorized the world. The Hong Kong high-rise apartment fire that has horrified the world is not a "fire on the other side of the river" for Japan, where there is a forest of high-rise condominiums, but experts deny that it is. The reasons for this and the key points that can make the difference between life and death in the event of a fire are explained.

Hong Kong Apartment Fire Kills 160+ — Experts Reveal the Crucial Differences with Japan

 Takashi Tachibana, who had been working hard to destroy NHK, the political world, the Internet, and even the electoral system, was arrested and indicted. What does Ayaka Otsu, who has been fighting him to the death for three years, think now?

“He Ran, He Left Me” — Ayaka Ōtsu’s Battle with Takashi Tachibana Reaches Its Peak

 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

 It is a big mistake to think that "Flat 35 is the same everywhere! A 0.1% difference in interest rates can cost you millions of yen... A thorough comparison of Docomo Finance, SBI Aruch, etc. with real names. We consider the final conclusion of which mortgage loan to choose during the interest rate hike phase.

Flat 35 Is Not the Same Everywhere Choosing the Wrong Bank Can Cost Millions

 A tragic accident occurred at a popular martial arts event. A fighter who was slapped during a pre-fight trash talk fainted and fell, resulting in a subarachnoid hemorrhage. A doctor explains the fear of subarachnoid hemorrhage, which lurks in everyday life in addition to surprise attacks.

Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Can Happen Anywhere Even Survival Can Mean Serious Aftereffects

 We will look back on the serious and heinous incidents reported by "FRIDAY Digital" in 2025 in "2025 Violent & Serious Incidents". The second installment is the "Yashio Road Cave-in Accident" that occurred in January. Was there a problem with the initial response system that prolonged the rescue operation?

Yashio Road Collapse Why Rescue Efforts Were Prolonged and Initial Decisions Questioned

 Takero Shintai

 For the Yamaguchigumi VI, the year 2013 was a "milestone year". It unilaterally put an end to the split war that had continued with the Kobe Yamaguchigumi. We look back at the turbulent year of 2013 once again.

A Pivotal Year After the Sixth Yamaguchi Gumi Declared an End to the Feud

 The year 2025: Violent and Serious Incidents (1)

 This year's "2025 Violent & Serious Cases" looks back on serious and heinous cases reported by FRIDAY Digital in 2025. In this first installment, we take a look at the case of a female assistant manager of a major bank who stole billions of dollars in total from a safety deposit box.

Mitsubishi UFJ Safe Deposit Theft What Made the Female Defendant Break Her Rule

 Sayuri Saito

 The "depopulation business" that siphoned off ¥400 million in public funds is a dark side of the "corporate version of hometown taxation. How a "corporate version of "hometown tax payment" is abused to "super good money laundering"? This article exposes the reality of hyena consultants and irresponsible local governments that prey on local communities.

Inside the Shadowy Scheme That Drained ¥400 Million From Rural Governments

Yukio Kitagami has been working in Hong Kong since early 2000 as a field manager in charge of Japanese companies' entry into the Chinese market and human resource strategy. After managing cross-border support at a local law firm, he joined the market research division (Roubaix) in 2023. He is a strategic partner in charge of HR and organization building and business intelligence for Japanese global companies. 
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 Yukio Kitagami

 Photo Library (1st photo) Tsuyoshi Kinugawa (2nd photo)

 The true engine of the increase in foreign immigration is the "Technical Nationality Visa". These are some of the sweet whispers that are being spread by Chinese social networking sites and study abroad agents.

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Man Sets Fire Claiming Exorcism on New Year’s Eve, Endangers Neighbors

Former Judo Dojo Head on Trial for Abuse of Nine Children, Remorse Questioned

Trial Highlights Self-Serving Conduct of Man Accused of Assaulting 8-Year-Old Girl

Sixth Yamaguchi-gumi Prepares for Leadership Transition After Conflict Ends

A Dream Drug That Eases Pregnancy Anxiety!　Doctor Explains Risks of Morning Sickness Drug Bonjesta

From the latest investigative techniques to “certain words” that appear frequently in cases… Unraveling the police “jargon” that appeared frequently in ’25

Osaka’s dashi culture is the “surprising reason” for the enthusiasm for “Shisan Udon” among the people of Osaka.

Nagano Quadruple Murder Sentencing: “This is a Virtual Space”…Delusion?　The last words of the defendant who kept silent.

Saitama Skull Murder] “I had a desire to kill,” the murderer secretly harbored “dark urges.

After the Matsumoto Hitoshi Cosplay Yield Riots, “Chidori” Daigo is ″Musou″ on Terrestrial Wave & Distribution!

Public Health Nurse Shares Top 8 Meal-Boosting and Substitute Foods

Fleeing to Dubai, the Ex-CEO of Tokematch Is Accused of Committing Two Serious Offenses

One Tablespoon a Day of Korean Asabi Could Be the Easiest Way to Combat Post-Holiday Weight Gain

Shiraishi’s Execution and the True Nature Behind the Crimes

“Every Moment Was Painful” — A Mother Speaks in Court About Her Daughter’s Current Condition, Expressing Her Anger

Hong Kong Apartment Fire Kills 160+ — Experts Reveal the Crucial Differences with Japan

“He Ran, He Left Me” — Ayaka Ōtsu’s Battle with Takashi Tachibana Reaches Its Peak

Flat 35 Is Not the Same Everywhere Choosing the Wrong Bank Can Cost Millions

Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Can Happen Anywhere Even Survival Can Mean Serious Aftereffects

Yashio Road Collapse Why Rescue Efforts Were Prolonged and Initial Decisions Questioned

A Pivotal Year After the Sixth Yamaguchi Gumi Declared an End to the Feud

Mitsubishi UFJ Safe Deposit Theft What Made the Female Defendant Break Her Rule

Inside the Shadowy Scheme That Drained ¥400 Million From Rural Governments

How Japan’s Engineer/Specialist Visa Makes Immigration Easier Than the Business Manager Visa

News

Man Sets Fire Claiming Exorcism on New Year’s Eve, Endangers Neighbors

Former Judo Dojo Head on Trial for Abuse of Nine Children, Remorse Questioned

Trial Highlights Self-Serving Conduct of Man Accused of Assaulting 8-Year-Old Girl

Sixth Yamaguchi-gumi Prepares for Leadership Transition After Conflict Ends

A Dream Drug That Eases Pregnancy Anxiety! Doctor Explains Risks of Morning Sickness Drug Bonjesta

From the latest investigative techniques to “certain words” that appear frequently in cases… Unraveling the police “jargon” that appeared frequently in ’25

Osaka’s dashi culture is the “surprising reason” for the enthusiasm for “Shisan Udon” among the people of Osaka.

Nagano Quadruple Murder Sentencing: “This is a Virtual Space”…Delusion? The last words of the defendant who kept silent.

Saitama Skull Murder] “I had a desire to kill,” the murderer secretly harbored “dark urges.

After the Matsumoto Hitoshi Cosplay Yield Riots, “Chidori” Daigo is ″Musou″ on Terrestrial Wave & Distribution!

Public Health Nurse Shares Top 8 Meal-Boosting and Substitute Foods

Fleeing to Dubai, the Ex-CEO of Tokematch Is Accused of Committing Two Serious Offenses

One Tablespoon a Day of Korean Asabi Could Be the Easiest Way to Combat Post-Holiday Weight Gain

Shiraishi’s Execution and the True Nature Behind the Crimes

“Every Moment Was Painful” — A Mother Speaks in Court About Her Daughter’s Current Condition, Expressing Her Anger

Hong Kong Apartment Fire Kills 160+ — Experts Reveal the Crucial Differences with Japan

“He Ran, He Left Me” — Ayaka Ōtsu’s Battle with Takashi Tachibana Reaches Its Peak

Flat 35 Is Not the Same Everywhere Choosing the Wrong Bank Can Cost Millions

Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Can Happen Anywhere Even Survival Can Mean Serious Aftereffects

Yashio Road Collapse Why Rescue Efforts Were Prolonged and Initial Decisions Questioned

A Pivotal Year After the Sixth Yamaguchi Gumi Declared an End to the Feud

Mitsubishi UFJ Safe Deposit Theft What Made the Female Defendant Break Her Rule

Inside the Shadowy Scheme That Drained ¥400 Million From Rural Governments

How Japan’s Engineer/Specialist Visa Makes Immigration Easier Than the Business Manager Visa

A Dream Drug That Eases Pregnancy Anxiety!　Doctor Explains Risks of Morning Sickness Drug Bonjesta

Nagano Quadruple Murder Sentencing: “This is a Virtual Space”…Delusion?　The last words of the defendant who kept silent.