 After working as a money writer, financial planner, and market analyst for a securities company, Mr. Matsuoka became independent in 1996. He writes 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! A book that will definitely benefit you with cashless payment.

 Kenji Matsuoka

 Even for seasoned investors, it is difficult to find "ten-bagger" stocks. However, Mr. Aitaka, an active salaryman investor, has already accumulated a total of 81 stocks. What kind of investment method does he use?

Discovering &#8220;ten-baggers&#8221; of more than 80 stocks&#8230; A salaryman &#8220;billionaire&#8221; reveals investment techniques he learned from his failures.

 The "Chonoma" district is disappearing year by year. This is especially true in rural areas. Pinappo Urach, who has reported on Matsuyama Chifumacho and Kawasaki Minamimachi, visited one of the "Ura Ryokan" (back inn) in Kagoshima, a former brothel!

Endangered species] An underground explorer reports on a &#8220;ryokan&#8221; with a red-light district that remains alone in a former brothel district.

 A long-established sushi restaurant owner who sexually assaulted a woman who refused his advances went on trial. After his arrest, he was also found to be the perpetrator of an unsolved attempted rape in '14. The man said he was "horny," the man's ex-wife told the court.

Daughter-in-law of long-established sushi restaurant ends the history of the restaurant and pays the price for it.

 Noboru Hashimoto (1st), Hiroyuki Komatsu (2nd, 4th, 5th), Takehiko Kohiyama (3rd, 7th), Aika Kano (6th)

 In this issue of Playback, we look back at what this magazine reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. The Niigata Chuetsu Earthquake occurred on October 23, 2004. The following is a report on the November 19 issue by a reporter who walked the area from the time of the earthquake.

Playback &#8217;04] Landslides and collapsed houses&#8230; The moment that made the difference between life and death for the victims Report on the Niigata Chuetsu Earthquake

 The famous owner of a tanning salon had voyeuristically photographed more than 100 female customers...What did he say about his uncontrollable urges at his first trial in the Tokyo District Court on November 14?

Over 100 Voyeurism Victims: Tanning Salon Manager Reveals Thrills and Regrets

 Sayuri Saito

 Afro

 Luxembourg 407,092 yen, Australia 369,002 yen.... These are the "monthly incomes" of countries where Japanese people can take a working holiday. We hear and see a lot of talk about working holiday programs these days, but what is the reality?

Luxembourg Offers 410,000 Yen/Month: Japanese Flood Farm and Dishwashing Jobs Amid Weak Yen

 Yusuke Aoyagi

 Mr. Iwao Hakamada was found not guilty on October 9. While Mr. Hakamada was incarcerated at the Tokyo Detention Center, he had been in contact with Norio Nagayama, a former death-row prisoner. Before his death, Mr. Nagayama sent Mr. Hakamada a strange New Year's greeting card from prison.

Norio Nagayama Sent New Year&#8217;s Cards to Iwao Hakamada Saying, “Everyone Is for the Death Row Inmate”

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 On November 14, the last day of the special Diet session, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba showed a "big smile. Why was he able to show such a relaxed expression in the face of the increasing difficulties in managing the Diet following the heavy defeat in the lower house election?

Despite His Hearty Laugh, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba Faces Thorny Path After APEC Summit

 Shinji Hasuo

 The first trial was held for a former principal who allegedly sexually assaulted a female student at the junior high school where he worked. The former principal also photographed the body of another girl. He "had a liking" for the girls. We will report the details of the unthinkable case committed by the head of the school.

Former Junior High School Principal Who Sexually Assaulted a Female Student

 A 50-year-old male employee of Nissan Motor Co. was arrested for allegedly breaking into the room of a female subordinate in her 30s with a duplicate key. He had installed small cameras in the bathroom and other places. He is also suspected of installing small cameras in bathrooms and other places to take spy photos. We report on his exhausted appearance immediately after his arrest and the details of the case.

55-Year-Old Nissan Employee Arrested for Allegedly Using Spare Key to Break Into Female Subordinate&#8217;s Room

 The recent rise in the number of violent blackout robberies has brought attention to "panic rooms," which are used to protect oneself from intruders and disasters in one's home. What is a "panic room" and how much does it cost to build one? And how much does it cost to build one?

Rising Dark Side Part-Time Job Robberies Boost Demand for Panic Rooms—What’s the Cost of Safety

 Born in Yamagata Prefecture in 1983, Yoko Nemmochi 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 health care and medical fields.

 Yoko Kemmochi

 The number of cases of "wife-only ED," in which a man does not get an erection when he wants to have sex with his wife, even though he does not dislike her, is increasing," says a doctor who provides ED treatment. What should you do if you have wife-only ED?

Wife-Only ED: Common Traits of Serious and Gentle Partners and a Specialist Doctor&#8217;s Recommended Solution

 Influencer "Z Li," who boasts over 900,000 followers on X, was arrested. However, even after his arrest, X continues to be updated, proving the "urban legend" that "there are multiple operators." The reality of the mystery can be found at ......

Who Is &#8220;Z Lee&#8221;? Updates Continue Despite Arrest—Tokuryu, Journalist, or Police?

 On November 19, Tomohiro Koyama, an executive of the Philippines-based "JP Dragon," was arrested by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. The suspect, Koyama, is also suspected of involvement with the "Luffy Group. What is the "aim of the Metropolitan Police Department" behind the arrest? ......

The Arrest of JP Dragon&#8217;s Top Member Tomohiro Koyama and the Tokyo Metropolitan Police&#8217;s Tactics

 Kei Kato

 Successful "counterattack": After losing office due to the "unanimous" vote of no confidence, he was reelected with 1.11 million votes, an increase of 250,000 votes. Still, doubts remain...

 Motohiko Saito was reelected after losing his seat due to a "unanimous" vote of no confidence. About 3,000 people rushed to his town hall speech the day before the vote was cast. However, behind the scenes of his reelection, both the prefectural assembly and the staff talk about their concerns. What was the power harassment racket? Suspicions linger...

The Power Harassment Scandal Involving Governor Motohiko Saito and the Growing Chaos in Hyogo Prefecture

 Yutaka Asai Eiji Ikeda Shinya Inui Kengo Okura Masatoshi Okauchi Toshio Okamura Takeo Yuzoku Noriyoshi Koizumi Katsumi Sunamori Yozo Soga Ryutaro Takayama Kazunori Tajima Hiroaki Fujiuchi Shizuo Yamakawa Takashi Yoshida Koji Wataru

 FRIDAY's 40th anniversary special FRIDAY took these photos! Reported! 40 years of Nippon: "Shocking shots that captured the times

 In the 2000s, Japan was in the grip of severe deflation. The Akihabara street riots and the Great East Japan Earthquake. FRIDAY reported numerous scoops, including secret trips between top idols. Here is a look back at the 40th anniversary of the first issue with some shocking shots.

Kimura Takuya’s Secret Trip: FRIDAY’s 40th Anniversary Scoop

 The first trial was held for a man who stabbed a Filipino woman to death in downtown Nerima, Tokyo. The man was a regular customer at a Filipina pub where the woman was the manager. However, he was banned from the pub due to his bad behavior. The following is the horrifying true face of the man who resented the store's handling of the case.

Man Stabs Filipina Pub Worker After Being Banned, Bows After Arrest—Shocking Photo

 JMPA

 Kako is being reported in women's magazines and other media as having "a second to spare before her wedding". Kako will turn 30 this December, but there are reports that Noriko is opposed to the idea. ......

Princess Kako&#8217;s 30th Birthday and Reworked Marriage Plans After Princess Yuriko&#8217;s Passing

 Hideki Asai

 Many people are troubled by unsolicited e-mails. Not only advertisements and promotions, but also malicious scam e-mails. According to experts, there may be a difference in the elimination of spam depending on the operator of the server.

Spam Emails and Phishing Scams: An Unexpected Solution by IT Experts

 Yutaka Asai Eiji Ikeda Shinya Inui Kengo Okura Masatoshi Okauchi Toshio Okamura Takeo Yuzoku Noriyoshi Koizumi Katsumi Sunamori Yozo Soga Ryutaro Takayama Kazunori Tajima Hiroaki Fujiuchi Shizuo Yamakawa Takashi Yoshida Wataru Koji

 The 1990s began with the bursting of the bubble economy.

 FRIDAY, now celebrating its 40th anniversary, has reported on major disasters and heinous crimes in Japan. What happened in the 1990s? We look back with "shocking shots" of historic events.

40th Anniversary Special: FRIDAY&#8217;s Iconic Shots – Capturing the Era&#8217;s Most Shocking Moments

 Reuters/Afro

 Kim Keon-hee, South Korea's "beautiful first lady," is facing new allegations. She is alleged to have given money to a political broker and intervened in the selection of a candidate for the ruling party's official nomination. This is a major situation that could shake the administration. There are rumors of a rift between the president and his wife.

South Korean First Lady Facing Financial Allegations and Rumors About Her Marriage

 Takeshi Kinugawa (Takaichi), Shinji Hamasaki (Ishiba)

 The arrest of Z Li, a popular social networking account holder, and other events have prompted a full-scale effort to eliminate "Tokuryu," and Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has decided to use Sanae Takaichi, who fought to the end in the presidential election, as his trump card. ......

Z Li and Ishiba&#8217;s Alleged Role in Toryu Sabotage Against Takaichi

 FRIDAY was born on November 9, 1984, and for 2,147 issues since its first issue, FRIDAY has delved into the depths of catastrophes, violent incidents, and the entertainment industry. It has always been close by the side of the many human dramas that have been created there.

 FRIDAY, launched on November 9, 1984, has always been close by the side of numerous human dramas, cutting into the depths of major disasters, heinous incidents, and the entertainment industry. Here is a look back at the "shocking shots" taken by FRIDAY in the 40 years since its first issue.

FRIDAY&#8217;s 40 Years: Iconic Shots that Defined Japan

 The first trial was held for a man who was arrested for causing a truck driver and others to "damage his luxury car with a bolt". He took pictures of their driver's license and forged their credit cards. What is the snarling relationship between the group of criminals who misappropriated approximately 40 million yen?

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Discovering “ten-baggers” of more than 80 stocks… A salaryman “billionaire” reveals investment techniques he learned from his failures.

Endangered species] An underground explorer reports on a “ryokan” with a red-light district that remains alone in a former brothel district.

Daughter-in-law of long-established sushi restaurant ends the history of the restaurant and pays the price for it.

Playback ’04] Landslides and collapsed houses… The moment that made the difference between life and death for the victims Report on the Niigata Chuetsu Earthquake

Over 100 Voyeurism Victims: Tanning Salon Manager Reveals Thrills and Regrets

Luxembourg Offers 410,000 Yen/Month: Japanese Flood Farm and Dishwashing Jobs Amid Weak Yen

Norio Nagayama Sent New Year’s Cards to Iwao Hakamada Saying, “Everyone Is for the Death Row Inmate”

Despite His Hearty Laugh, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba Faces Thorny Path After APEC Summit

Former Junior High School Principal Who Sexually Assaulted a Female Student

55-Year-Old Nissan Employee Arrested for Allegedly Using Spare Key to Break Into Female Subordinate’s Room

Rising Dark Side Part-Time Job Robberies Boost Demand for Panic Rooms—What’s the Cost of Safety

Wife-Only ED: Common Traits of Serious and Gentle Partners and a Specialist Doctor’s Recommended Solution

Who Is “Z Lee”? Updates Continue Despite Arrest—Tokuryu, Journalist, or Police?

The Arrest of JP Dragon’s Top Member Tomohiro Koyama and the Tokyo Metropolitan Police’s Tactics

The Power Harassment Scandal Involving Governor Motohiko Saito and the Growing Chaos in Hyogo Prefecture

Kimura Takuya’s Secret Trip: FRIDAY’s 40th Anniversary Scoop

Man Stabs Filipina Pub Worker After Being Banned, Bows After Arrest—Shocking Photo

Princess Kako’s 30th Birthday and Reworked Marriage Plans After Princess Yuriko’s Passing

Spam Emails and Phishing Scams: An Unexpected Solution by IT Experts

40th Anniversary Special: FRIDAY’s Iconic Shots – Capturing the Era’s Most Shocking Moments

South Korean First Lady Facing Financial Allegations and Rumors About Her Marriage

Z Li and Ishiba’s Alleged Role in Toryu Sabotage Against Takaichi

FRIDAY’s 40 Years: Iconic Shots that Defined Japan

Ferrari, Fake Credit Cards, and a Nefarious Couple’s Trial