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 A Shiretoko sightseeing boat with 26 passengers and crew on board went missing in a tragic accident. Two and a half years after the tragedy, Seiichi Katsurada, the president of the operating company, was arrested. The operating company was conspicuous for its aggressive business practices. Here is a "black profile" of President Katsurada.

Captain of Incident at Shiretoko Sightseeing Boat Company Faces Scrutiny for Ignoring Bad Weather Amid History of Poor Practices

 Shimei Kurita (nonfiction writer)

 Takayuki Ogawauchi, Shimei Kurita (2nd, 6th, and 7th photos)

 The old-fashioned stores have disappeared, and Indian, Chinese, and Vietnamese communities are intertwined with each other. A jewelry store that was the scene of the "Luffy's Robbers" incident also exists.

 The old-fashioned stores spreading out along the "Ameyoko Shopping Street" are now a thing of the past. The communities of India, China, and Vietnam are intertwined, and Ueno, Yushima, and Okachimachi are undergoing rapid transformation. We walked through such a deep town in the heart of the city.

Foreign Entrepreneurs Transform Tokyo&#8217;s Entertainment Districts in Ueno, Yushima and Okachimachi

 The author of "Shinkoku no Kyojin" professes to "respect" him. There is a legendary postcard craftsman whose biography was even made into a manga. Toru Mimine tells his story about his 30 years of continuous contribution despite his serious illness and his family's dismay.

Hajime Isayama Expresses Respect for Legendary Postcard Artist Toru Mitsumine as He Reflects on 30 Years of Contributions

 In these days of high prices, the wave of price hikes is reaching the adult entertainment industry as well. However, on the other hand, there are many sex industry establishments that are expanding their business with "very cheap" as their selling point. What are their services and prices?

Low-Cost Entertainment Establishment Thrives Amid Historic Price Hikes in the Adult Industry

 Fumiki Kurabe

 The latest book explaining the realities of university staff is now on sale!

 Fumiki Kurambe and Anki Wakabayashi, former full-time employees of a private university, explain the unknown truth about the profession of university staff in "The Realities of University Staff" (Chuokoron Shinsha), which is now on sale. We present excerpts and re-edited portions of the book here.

Understanding the Relationship Between University Professors and Staff from a Former Employee&#8217;s Perspective

 Takashi Yoshida

 Three years have passed since his arrest. Three years after her arrest, the trial of Saki Sudo, the wife of Kosuke Nozaki, the "Don Juan of Kishu" who was arrested for his murder, has finally begun. Many "new facts" were revealed in court. ......

Revealing the True Self of Saki Sudō, Former Wife of Don Juan of Kishu, Involved in Video Appearances and Idol Stalking

 Takayuki Ogawauchi

 A public service corporation that provides consultation for all kinds of problems.

 Kabukicho, Tokyo, is a town that never sleeps, where people come and go 24 hours a day, and where many troubles can be seen. The "Japan Run-in Temple," a public interest incorporated association, has been dealing with such problems since its establishment in 2002.

All-Night Coverage of Japan&#8217;s Emergency Temple in Shinjuku Promises Solutions in First 20 Minutes

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 Takeshi Kinugawa (1st) Afro (3rd)

 On September 5, a one-leaf fax was sent to the construction industry and real estate-related organizations in Yokosuka and Miura, the election stronghold of former Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi (43). FRIDAY Digital obtained the document with shocking contents on its own.

Shinjiro Koizumi Asks Local Support Group for 50000 Yen in Shocking Document

 Shinji Hasuo

 A 27-year-old woman was arrested for complicity in a black market robbery. She is suspected of reselling the luxury watches she robbed. The photographer of this magazine photographed the woman immediately after her arrest. She was wearing tight pants and her face was covered. We report on the woman's crime and the dark side of the "black market" robbery.

27-Year-Old Woman Arrested for Reselling Luxury Watch After Dark Job Robbery

 Takero Yui (3rd and 9th pictures), courtesy of Ms. Yoshikawa (1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th pictures)

 Last month, we reported on power harassment uncovered at Narashino Garrison, where the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's elite gather. Furthermore, the same is said to be happening to nursing officers. We asked the sexy actress, who retired from the National Defense Medical College after graduating at the top of her class, about the deep "darkness" of the situation.

Former Self-Defense Force Member Resigns from Defense Medical University Nursing Program and Becomes Sexy Actress

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 The LDP presidential election has been so crowded that as many as nine candidates are "in the mix" and it is said that the first vote "will not decide" the winner. Among them, Shinjiro Koizumi is regarded as the candidate "closest to the prime minister. ......

Shinjiro Koizumi’s Popularity Declines as Sanae Takaichi Eyes Opportunity Amid Potential Leadership Election Upheaval

 A manager of a yakiniku restaurant in Nishinari Ward, Osaka Prefecture, was arrested for trafficking methamphetamine to customers he gathered through telegrams. The "under-the-counter" transactions took place right in front of the restaurant.

Osaka Yakiniku Restaurant Owner Arrested for Bold Methamphetamine Trafficking in Front of Shop

 JMPA

 Kako and her mother, Noriko, went on official duties together for the first time in five years and four months. They were seen chatting and laughing, but a reporter from the Imperial Household Agency did not seem to miss the "subtle distance" between them. Is there a rift between them, or are people around them making a fuss...?

Princess Kako and Mother Kiko Face Public Duties Together After 5 Years Highlighting Subtle Distance

 Sasaki Chihuahua

 Kabukicho is strangely full of Taiwanese foot massage parlors. Gosokuen is one of them. We asked Mr. 33, the most popular male therapist at the store, about the state of therapists in Kabukicho. Some of the therapists are even involved in romantic relationships...

Beware of Love Therapists in Kabukicho Offering Relaxation and Affection

 A man who is believed to be the instructor of a black market job robbery was arrested. He instructed the perpetrator to "stab him to death. When the photographer of this magazine took pictures of the robber, he found tattoos on his face and neck. This is a horrifying photo of a man intimidating the press and his heinous criminal technique.

Disturbing Threats from Tattooed Robbery Mastermind Captured in Intimidating Photo

 The "LDP presidential election" is a crowded race, with as many as nine candidates running for the office. The list of nominees for each candidate has been released to the public, and it has become a topic of conversation that each candidate's "color" has been expressed, but the one who gathered with Sanae Takaichi is ......

Hiroyuki sarcastically comments on the money that Sanae Takaichi, a candidate for the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly, has been collecting&#8230; Mizuna Sugita is talking about how she spends her money.

 Moe Aizawa

 Hirokazu Ueno

 The number of female inmates is fairly small, at only 10% of the total, and not much is said about the inside of the prison, but what kind of place is it? Moe Aizawa, a former sexy actress who actually spent about 13 years in prison, has written a manga about the unknown inside of a women's prison!

The Incredible Things That Arrested &#8220;Sexy Actress&#8221; Experienced in a Women&#8217;s Prison.

 Due to the numerous flaming incidents involving employees and part-time staff on social networking sites, an increasing number of companies are focusing on pre-employment surveys as a measure of self-protection. As a result, changes are occurring in the way young people use social networking services.

Is this the result of the generalization of &#8220;behind-the-scenes account surveys&#8221; of job hunters by companies? Changes in the way young people use social networking services

 The battle between the "king" Daiso, the "female favorite" Celia, and the "Aeon-affiliated" Candu is now underway. ......

 In the 100-yen store industry, which is a 1-trillion-yen market, competition is fiercer than ever among three companies: Daiso, Celia, and Candu. The battle for second place is intensifying as the three companies try to catch up with the overwhelming king, Daiso. What is each company's new strategy?

The Three Kingdoms of 100 Yen Shops: New Strategies to Control the 1 Trillion Yen Market&#8230;Overseas Expansion Begins, with Many High-Priced Products

 AFLO

 The Uber deliveryman was "fired"...and is currently unemployed due to compensation, additional taxes, and fines totaling up to 3 billion yen.

 Ippei Mizuhara is Reiwa's worst traitor. He is currently out on bail after being indicted for bank fraud and other crimes, but was seen shopping at an upscale supermarket. Next to him was his wife, who had been whispering about a divorce. The verdict is expected to be handed down in October...

Ippei Mizuhara: Sentencing is only about a month away, the day &#8220;Reiwa&#8217;s worst traitor&#8221; returns to Japan.

 Kyodo News (1st and 3rd photos)

 Two weeks have passed since the testimony of Hyogo Governor Motohiko Saito (46) began, and the situation surrounding Hyogo Prefecture is changing rapidly like a storm. We take a look at the latest developments.

The &#8220;behind-the-scenes battle&#8221; between the Hyogo Governor Saito and the &#8220;responsible for endorsement&#8221; Ishin &#038; LDP is still troubling even after the Governor tendered his resignation.

 Afro

 Unable to get rid of them, the beach was forced to close indefinitely--...

 A large school of sea lions has taken over the beach at a popular resort in California, U.S.A.! Apparently, it is a perfect resting place. The beach was temporarily closed due to the law. Tourists complained that they were making too much noise...

Sea Lions Take Over Popular Beach in California Resort

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

 The LDP presidential election was announced on September 12. Shigeru Ishiba, 67, the former secretary-general of the LDP, has continued to speak out without hesitation and has gained support from the public, although his views may be a little shaky.

Shigeru Ishiba Transformed by Final Battle with Bowing Head and Changed Attitude

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

 Kenji Matsuoka

 The Bank of Japan's interest rate hike at the end of July caused a global stock market crash. Despite an emergency meeting between the government and the BOJ and a series of "fire-fighting" comments, the turmoil in the financial markets continues. Behind the scenes, some industries are benefiting greatly from the turmoil.

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Captain of Incident at Shiretoko Sightseeing Boat Company Faces Scrutiny for Ignoring Bad Weather Amid History of Poor Practices

Foreign Entrepreneurs Transform Tokyo’s Entertainment Districts in Ueno, Yushima and Okachimachi

Hajime Isayama Expresses Respect for Legendary Postcard Artist Toru Mitsumine as He Reflects on 30 Years of Contributions

Low-Cost Entertainment Establishment Thrives Amid Historic Price Hikes in the Adult Industry

Understanding the Relationship Between University Professors and Staff from a Former Employee’s Perspective

Revealing the True Self of Saki Sudō, Former Wife of Don Juan of Kishu, Involved in Video Appearances and Idol Stalking

All-Night Coverage of Japan’s Emergency Temple in Shinjuku Promises Solutions in First 20 Minutes

Shinjiro Koizumi Asks Local Support Group for 50000 Yen in Shocking Document

27-Year-Old Woman Arrested for Reselling Luxury Watch After Dark Job Robbery

Former Self-Defense Force Member Resigns from Defense Medical University Nursing Program and Becomes Sexy Actress

Shinjiro Koizumi’s Popularity Declines as Sanae Takaichi Eyes Opportunity Amid Potential Leadership Election Upheaval

Osaka Yakiniku Restaurant Owner Arrested for Bold Methamphetamine Trafficking in Front of Shop

Princess Kako and Mother Kiko Face Public Duties Together After 5 Years Highlighting Subtle Distance

Beware of Love Therapists in Kabukicho Offering Relaxation and Affection

Disturbing Threats from Tattooed Robbery Mastermind Captured in Intimidating Photo

Hiroyuki sarcastically comments on the money that Sanae Takaichi, a candidate for the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly, has been collecting… Mizuna Sugita is talking about how she spends her money.

The Incredible Things That Arrested “Sexy Actress” Experienced in a Women’s Prison.

Is this the result of the generalization of “behind-the-scenes account surveys” of job hunters by companies? Changes in the way young people use social networking services

The Three Kingdoms of 100 Yen Shops: New Strategies to Control the 1 Trillion Yen Market…Overseas Expansion Begins, with Many High-Priced Products

Ippei Mizuhara: Sentencing is only about a month away, the day “Reiwa’s worst traitor” returns to Japan.

The “behind-the-scenes battle” between the Hyogo Governor Saito and the “responsible for endorsement” Ishin & LDP is still troubling even after the Governor tendered his resignation.

Sea Lions Take Over Popular Beach in California Resort

Shigeru Ishiba Transformed by Final Battle with Bowing Head and Changed Attitude

Industry Rakes in Over 1 Trillion Yen Amid Government and Bank of Japan Turmoil