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 The police have been cracking down on scouts, as evidenced by the arrest in January of the head of a wanted naturalist. Recently, some scouts have been moving from Shinjuku and Shibuya to "new places. We visited Akihabara to find out more.

Scouts Find a New Territory After Police Sweep Shinjuku and Shibuya

 Kyodo News

 Somehow, information on player selection and usage was leaked...

 The WBC's quarterfinal elimination was not the only source of concern for Hirokazu Ibata, the manager of the Japan Professional Baseball League. Incredibly, confidential information on the selection of the Samurai Japan team members and the use of players was leaked.

Hirokazu Ibata Struggles with Trust After Suspected Confidential Leaks in Samurai Japan During WBC

 Ryo Sakamoto (Writer, former head of the Culture and Society Department of Tokyo Sports Newspaper)

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 At the 49th Japan Academy Awards ceremony held in Tokyo on March 13, veteran actress Chieko Baisho (84) received the Best Actress Award for the second time in 45 years. She showed that she is still going strong.

Chieko Baisho Shares Her Deep Connection to “Otoko wa Tsurai yo” After Winning Japan Academy Best Actress

 Aika Kanda

 The Great East Japan Earthquake and I" [Vol. 111] Me, Pink, and Sometimes New York

 Fifteen years ago, at 14:46 on March 11, I was in the announcing room of NHK Broadcasting Center in Shibuya. On the front lines of emergency reporting, everyone was hoping that "for God's sake, don't let the worst happen. It was the first time I had ever experienced such a strange atmosphere.

Aika Kanda Opens Up About Her Experience During the Great East Japan Earthquake

 Toru Yokota (news photographer)

 The war between Russia and Ukraine with no end in sight. In the long-running war, female soldiers also have the opportunity to go to the front, and some of them are so wounded that they have lost one eye. We interviewed one of them.

Ukrainian Soldier Injured in War Recalls Shrapnel Wounds as Frontline Images Reveal Ongoing Toll

 Hideki Asai

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 With the rising price of gold, "street pawnshops" have become popular among young people. The number of pawnshops has dropped by 40% since the last pawnshop opened. We take a look behind the scenes at the pawnshop industry, which is also used for investment purposes.

Pawnshops Boom Among Young Investors Despite 40 Percent Drop in Store Numbers

 Shinji Hasuo

 The Tokyo District Court heard the trial of former Jean-Poke actor Shinji Saito, who was charged with non-consensual sexual intercourse and non-consensual obscenity for sexually assaulting a woman in her 20s on a location bus.

Experts Reveal Why Former JumPoke Shingi Saito Faces Prison Instead of 25 Million Yen Settlement

 The baumkuchen store where the defendant Saito, who was indicted for indecent assault and has just completed two trials, intends to continue selling baumkuchen, according to the official X. However, Saito had been having trouble at this shop as well. However, Saito had also caused trouble at this store. We look back at the article from that time.

Former JumPoke Shinji Saito on Trial Experts Say Prison Sentence Likely and the Future of the Baumkuchen Shop

 Writer, born in 1973. After working for a publishing company and an advertising production company, became a freelance writer. She interviews actors for weekly and monthly magazines and writes columns about dramas for various media. His major publications include "All the Important Things Are Taught by Morning Drama" (Ota Publishing Co., Ltd.).

 Wakako Takou

 Mayumi Abe

 Yunachi was selected as one of the "100 People to Watch in 2026" by Forbes! We take a closer look at the true face of Yunachi, a 12-year-old elementary school gal with over 360,000 followers. What is her charm and origin, including her awakening in the third grade and the support of her parents, that makes the world go round?

Decorated School Bag, Global Ambitions! Why 12-Year-Old Yunachi Is Catching Forbes’ Eye

 Mitsutoshi Abe (former TV reporter)

 The Tokyo High Court has ordered the dissolution of the former Unification Church. The first time the whole country was in an uproar was in 1992. The TV personality Junko Sakurada suddenly announced that she was going to attend a joint wedding ceremony. Many Japanese wives behind the scenes were ......

Behind the High Court’s Order to Dissolve the Former Unification Church Reporter Witnesses Tragedy of Japanese Wives at Mass Weddings

 Nakahira Ryo

 On March 6, a man was arrested on suspicion of robbery and manslaughter after he poured boiling water on an acquaintance, robbed him of his money, and left him to die. A crime journalist says that the man may have had an "abnormal relationship" with the victim, who lived with him.

Man Poured Boiling Water on Acquaintance Until His Death Over 500 Million Yen Loan Twisted Relationship with Victim Revealed

 Kumataro Arai

 In late February, Yuna Kuroshima was spotted during the filming of the April season drama "Unsolved Woman: Keishicho Documentary Investigator Season 3" in Shibuya Ward. She was wearing a new hairstyle with bangs.

Still Serious After Filming Yuina Kuroshima Spotted with Blunt Bangs in April Drama

 Shu Nishihara

 We caught up with Ami Touma, who appeared with her staff at the entrance of the related parties looking completely relaxed after the first day of the stage greeting for "That Girl at the Last Station," a movie in which she plays the lead role! We can't take our eyes off this remarkable actor who has entered a "year of breakthrough".

Top 19 Year Old Runner Ami Toma Shows Peace Sign in Night Streets Highlighting Her Greatest Strength Human Skills

 Kaori Takagi

 It's graduation season. The Imperial Family is reminded of Kako, who will graduate from ICU in March 2019. In a written response to the press, she said, "I will carefully tackle each and every job I am asked to do. We look back at how she lived up to her commitment.

Seven Years After Graduation in Gown and Cap Princess Kako Shines in Official Duties and Smiles Following Her ICU Graduation Words

 Kazuhiko Nakamura (Ren Nagase) Yuri Adachi (Kaito Takahashi)

 The May issue of "Myojo" (published by Shueisha), on sale March 21, will mark the graduation of the regulars from the magazine.

 The May issue of "Myojo" (Shueisha), on sale on March 21, will mark the graduation of "King & Prince" from regular magazine appearances, and their successive decrease in media exposure has some fans feeling uneasy.

King and Prince End Variety Show and Magazine Regulars as Fans Voice Growing Concern

 Seven suspects were arrested for stealing three suitcases containing about 400 million yen in Ueno. They were reportedly informed in advance. What is surprising is that there were executives from different gangs. It is unusual for multiple gang members to conspire together. An expert explains the background.

Seven Arrested in Ueno 400 Million Yen Robbery as Members of Multiple Crime Syndicates Allegedly Conspired

 Ippei Hara

 The staff saw it! Weekly TV's inside story

 Yasuko's (27) comment on "Calling Teacher Tanaka" was flamed, and Kuro-chan warned, "It's not good to be too likable. What is the art of risk hedging in the age of social networking?

Yasuko’s Controversy Highlights the Tragedy of Being Perceived as a Likeable Talent

 Riho Yoshioka and Nao were announced to play the lead roles in the movie "Shadow Work," which is scheduled to be released by the end of this year. It was last year when I discovered Yoshioka on the set of the film. Yoshioka looked like she was already into the role with a heavy expression on her face.

Riho Yoshioka Films Latest Leading Movie at Miura Beach Revealing Serious Acting While Hiding Her Cheerful Character

 The cheerleaders who accompanied the Korean WBC national team made the Tokyo Dome a lively place. What especially caught the audience's attention was their dance performance, in which they showed off their beautiful legs without hesitation. Here is a look at their beautiful legs in fashion!

WBC Korea Cheerleading Squad of Five Draws Wild Reactions in Stands with Stunning Hot Pants Style

 Hirotsuru Fujiyama

 Takehiko Kohiyama

 Wan Marui is an actor who showed her unique presence as Osawa, a childhood friend of the heroine Nobu, in the NHK television series "Bakebake". In this interview, we reveal the true face of this somewhat mysterious character!

Wan Marui of Bakabake Gains Attention for Passionate Performance Revealing the True Friendly Side of the Unique Actor

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 This year marks the 30th anniversary of the debut of the girl group "SPEED. However, the only one who is still active is Hiroko Shimabukuro, and that is a sad state of affairs. She will be performing in August and September to commemorate the anniversary. ......

SPEED Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Only Hiroko Shimabukuro Active as Upper House Member Eriko Imai Prepares for Comeback

 Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1962. He was a member of "Honjamaka," a duo with Toshiaki Megumi, and was a member of "Ganso! Debuya" (TV TOKYO), as well as an actor and voice actor. Currently, he is the Friday MC of "Yoji Goji Days" (TV TOKYO), and is also active on YouTube and Instagram.

 Hidehiko Ishizuka

 Honjamaka" Hidehiko Ishizuka's "Delicious Days" vol.43

 Hidehiko Ishizuka of "Honjamaka" introduces "my beloved calories" from all over Japan in this edition of "Honjamaka" vol.43! Anko-nabe" in Ibaraki, "beef hot pot" with its roots in Yokohama, "botan-nabe" in Hyogo...all different and all delicious!

Honjamaka’s Hidehiko Ishizuka Introduces Favorite High Calorie Foods from Across Japan

 Norifumi Arakida (FRIDAY Digital Entertainment Desk)

 Takehisa Maeyama has been under fire for his YouTube videos. He has often caused flames in the past, and this time, he again referred to his ex-girlfriend, Sayaka Kanda. ......

Maeyama Takahisa Sparks Backlash Again as Remarks About Ex Girlfriend Reveal Pattern of Controversial Comments

 Yuji Yanagawa (non-fiction writer)

 Yuji Yanagawa (Akama) AFLO

 Special Report on the 2026 Senbatsu Tournament (Part 1)

 March 19 marks the opening day of the 98th Senbatsu, the tournament that heralds the arrival of spring baseball. Shoki Oda of Yokohama, winner of last year's tournament, and Ryojo Sueyoshi, left arm of Okinawa Shogaku, last summer's champion, will return to the sacred ground, but there are other candidates who could be high draft picks in the future.

2026 Senbatsu Special Future Samurai Japan Talent Including Player Dubbed Next Ohtani Set to Shine at Koshien

 Yuji Yanagawa (nonfiction writer)

 Yuji Yanagawa (Kawamoto, Nakamura, Tokumaru)

 Special Report on the 2026 Senbatsu (Part 2)

 The 98th Sembatsu, which heralds the arrival of spring baseball, will open on March 19. Osaka Toin, a team that missed the spring and summer Koshien tournaments last year, has some new second-year players who are expected to make their breakthrough. One of them is the eldest son of Takeya Nakamura, aka Okawari-kun of the Saitama Seibu.

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