 Takero Shigumo (Sentenced to death), Shinji Hasuo (Takao Police Station)

 On June 27, the Ministry of Justice executed Takahiro Shiraishi, who had been sentenced to death for the murders of nine people at an apartment in Zama City, Kanagawa Prefecture in 2005, on charges including robbery and forced sexual intercourse. This is a recapitulation of an article that appeared in the past when this magazine had an interview with Shiraishi.

Execution of Death Row inmate Takahiro Shiraishi: &#8220;Money is the key,&#8221; he told this reporter during an interview.

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 The world's turmoil intensifies further. Finally, the U.S. enters the fray with "bunker buster" weapons, which penetrate underground.

 The Israeli airstrike on Iran that began on June 13 has evolved into a "war of retaliation," with the U.S. dropping penetrating underground bombs and destroying Iran's nuclear facilities. What sparked the conflict in the first place?　And what is the crisis facing the world today? ......

Iran and Israel: Missiles Dancing in the Skies of the Middle East&#8230;The End of the Endless &#8220;War of Retaliation

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 On June 25, Fuji Media Holdings ("FMH") held its 84th Regular General Meeting of Shareholders at the Ariake Arena. Fuji HD has been facing a variety of problems, and the meeting attracted a lot of attention. We bring you the whole story.

Questions about the &#8220;lawsuit against Mr. Nakai&#8221; and &#8220;withdrawal from the broadcasting business&#8221; were also asked&#8230; The entirety of the heated &#8220;Fuji HD&#8221; shareholders&#8217; meeting.

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (entertainment journalist)

 Yuri Adachi

 Yuichi Nakamaru, formerly of KAT-TUN, suspended his entertainment activities last August due to allegations of an affair with a female college student. In May of this year, he made his first "public" appearance since the scandal when he took the stage at an event in Osaka. On the 29th, he will make his return to TV...

Yuichi Nakamaru&#8217;s &#8220;return to terrestrial broadcasting&#8221; is not a hot topic&#8230; His return to his former regular program is hopeless, and he is walking down a &#8220;rocky road.

 Tomoki Kanamiya

 Another scandal has come to light in the world of bicycle racing. Following the illegal receipt of 1 billion yen last fall and a string of doping violations, this time it is former star racer Shinpei Kato who is alleged to have had an affair. A suspicious document has even appeared pointing out Kato's alleged power harassment. ......

Former Grand Prix champion&#8217;s alleged infidelity and illegal receipt of 1 billion yen&#8230; &#8220;There are still more scandals,&#8221; lamented a person involved in the bicycle racing industry.

 Sota Shima

 In this issue of Playback, we take a look back at what we reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. In this issue, we introduce the scene when the legend of the figure skating world, the "Czar of Russia" Plushenko, appeared in Ginza at night in June '15.

Playback &#8217;15] Beautiful hostesses were also excited! The night of &#8220;The Czar of Russia&#8221; Plushenko&#8217;s descent on Ginza!

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 On June 23 (Japan time), Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers (30) took the mound for the second time this season and pitched one inning without allowing a hit or run. Keiichi Yabu said, "The way he made the adjustment this time was the most unusual of all. What is the secret of the new magic pitch that Otani introduced...

Shohei Ohtani’s Comeback Weapon? The Power Sinker Could Unlock His Full Potential

 The TV industry's new heroines are the ones who will save TV stations from the upheaval!

 In fact, the lineup of key stations' "signature female announcers" has not changed for nearly a decade, and the development of new talent is a pressing issue in the world of female announcers, where a shortage of young talent is a growing concern. Here we introduce some of the best talents in their third year of employment or younger, who can overcome this predicament.

Can These New Heroines Save TV? Rising Female Announcers Earning Industry Buzz

 Part 1: TV people and experts select the best eleven!

 In fact, the lineup of key station's "signature female announcers" has not changed for nearly a decade, and the development of new talent is a pressing issue in the world of female announcers, where a shortage of young talent is a growing concern. Here we introduce some of the best talents in their third year of employment or younger, who can overcome this predicament.

Who’s the Next Icon? The Search for TV’s Newest Female Announcer Star

 Takahiro Kagawa, Ichiro Takatsuka

 On June 25, model and actor Rika Izumi and Japan's national soccer team defender Shogo Taniguchi announced their marriage. This magazine reported their love affair twice, in '17 and '20. At that time, we directly interviewed Taniguchi. What he had to say can be found at .......

Rika Izumi &#038; Shogo Taniguchi Tie the Knot After 10 Years of Love — Inside Their Semi-Cohabiting Relationship

 Shinji Hasuo

 A self-proclaimed first-class medium was arrested for sexually assaulting a woman in her twenties. The medium is alleged to have harmed the woman under the guise of exorcism by arousing her fears that she was being haunted by a living spirit of a man. This article introduces a clever and malicious technique that exploits the psychology of the victim.

Spiritual Cleansing or Predatory Trap? Self-Proclaimed Psychic Accused of Assault

 This article reports in detail on a scam in which a FRIDAY Digital reporter received a call from a group of people pretending to be police officers in Reiwa 2025.

Fake Cop Scam Exposed: Reporter Reveals the Tactics Behind a 170 Billion Yen Fraud Wave

 Due to numerous compliance violations, Taichi Kokubun announced his suspension from show business activities. Meanwhile, leader Shigeru Johjima and member Masahiro Matsuoka announced the dissolution of TOKIO. ......


After TOKIO’s Disbandment: Why Taichi Kokubun May Have Lost His Comeback Chance While Hiroshi Ikushima Didn’t

 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

 Hidehiko Ishizuka of "Honjamaka" talks about his ″mayday to day″ vol.20

 Hidehiko Ishizuka of "Honjamaka" talks about "A Fat Person's Life" related to clothes in "Honjamaka" vol.20. Ishizuka says, "In recent years, the fashion industry has been very lenient to fat people..."?

Hidehiko Ishizuka of &#8220;Honjamaka&#8221; talks about why he often sees people wearing suspenders&#8230; &#8220;There&#8217;s a fat guy about clothes

 PHOTO: Kojiro Yamada (2nd)

 What will happen to the group in the future?

 Taichi Kokubun was accused of non-compliance in "The! DASH! DASH!" due to compliance violations, and that he would suspend his activities indefinitely. He had been known as a highly likable personality, but a source reveals that he had a "secret face" on the spot.

TOKIO’s Taichi Kokubun Exposed for Harassment — A Difficult Road Lies Ahead

 Kenji Sugawara

 It was a little after 1:30 p.m. in late May, and standing in front of a building in Chiba Prefecture was Sho Sakurai of "Arashi" fame. His body was wrapped in chains and his face was covered with numerous scars drawn with special makeup. It appears to be a location shooting for the July drama "Broadcasting Station Occupation," but...

Sho Sakurai Faces the Ultimate Test as an Actor Ahead of Arashi’s Final Tour

 A woman used a matching app to lure two men to a rip-off bar and swindled them out of their money. The criminal technique was manualized, and the characteristics of the men targeted were also determined.

Dating App Scam Exposed — 23-Year-Old Woman Part of Manualized Fraud Ring

 Eri Yoshizawa (Pharmacist/Medical Journalist)

 Obata's brother was rushed to the emergency room. It was due to his repeated use of inhalers used by asthma patients and others. An overdose can cause heart palpitations, clouded consciousness, and even death. Even over-the-counter medicines such as stomach pills and herbal remedies are dangerous if the dosage and administration are not followed.

Overdose Scare of Obata no Oniisan Hospitalized After Severe Reaction

 Kazuhiko NAKAMURA

 Jun Fukuda, the president of STARTO, is planning to step down from his position at the end of June. Under such circumstances, Takuya Kimura's name has been mentioned as a candidate for the new president. However, the names of Noriyuki Higashiyama and Yoshihiko Inohara have not been mentioned. What is the reason for this?

STARTO President Race: Kimutaku’s Chances and Where Higashiyama &#038; Inohara Stand

 Keiko Tsuji

 Sugar restriction, muscle training, cutting out oil, bananas in the morning ......, these are "common sense" diets that everyone believes in, but in fact, they are all wrong. Why are these well-meaning dieting methods wrong?

“Cutting Carbs and Fats Is Wrong?” Doctor Debunks Popular Diet Myths

 Ryo Nakahira

 On June 30, the sentencing hearing was held for a man arrested for indecently assaulting a 6-year-old girl. We look back at the article of the first trial regarding the man's claim that he did not commit any indecent acts, which was pointed out by the judge as an "unreasonable statement.

[Verdict] 6-Year-Old’s Testimony: “He Grabbed My Chest” — Court Ruling and 51-Year-Old Defendant’s Defense

 Shinji Hasuo (Mr. Nakai), Kazuhiko Nakamura (President Shimizu)

 The general shareholders meeting of Fuji Television's parent company, Fuji Media Holdings, held on June 25, attracted a lot of attention. The "lawsuit" against Masahiro Nakai, the man who started the whole mess, was one of the topics that came up. ......

Fuji TV’s Bold Move? Expert Weighs In on Nakai Lawsuit Stirring Shareholder Meeting

 Takayuki Ogawauchi Takahiro Kagawa

 On his YouTube channel, Kuruma Takahiwa of "Reiwa Roman," who had refrained from performing after admitting his involvement in online casino gambling in February, announced that he had left Yoshimoto for the first time in history and would be returning to the company. What kind of true face did Kuruma show after his return?

[Exclusive] Ruma Takahira’s Full-Throttle Night Out at Japan’s Top Italian Hotspot!

 Kumataro Arai

 In mid-June, a location shooting for the July drama "We Still Don't Know the School Rules of That Star" was taking place in a certain shopping district in Yokohama City. Mayu Hotta took on the role of a teacher for the first time on the 10th anniversary of her debut. What kind of performance will she give?

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Questions about the “lawsuit against Mr. Nakai” and “withdrawal from the broadcasting business” were also asked… The entirety of the heated “Fuji HD” shareholders’ meeting.

Yuichi Nakamaru’s “return to terrestrial broadcasting” is not a hot topic… His return to his former regular program is hopeless, and he is walking down a “rocky road.

Former Grand Prix champion’s alleged infidelity and illegal receipt of 1 billion yen… “There are still more scandals,” lamented a person involved in the bicycle racing industry.

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Latest Articles

Execution of Death Row inmate Takahiro Shiraishi: “Money is the key,” he told this reporter during an interview.

Iran and Israel: Missiles Dancing in the Skies of the Middle East…The End of the Endless “War of Retaliation

Questions about the “lawsuit against Mr. Nakai” and “withdrawal from the broadcasting business” were also asked… The entirety of the heated “Fuji HD” shareholders’ meeting.

Yuichi Nakamaru’s “return to terrestrial broadcasting” is not a hot topic… His return to his former regular program is hopeless, and he is walking down a “rocky road.

Former Grand Prix champion’s alleged infidelity and illegal receipt of 1 billion yen… “There are still more scandals,” lamented a person involved in the bicycle racing industry.

Playback ’15] Beautiful hostesses were also excited! The night of “The Czar of Russia” Plushenko’s descent on Ginza!

Shohei Ohtani’s Comeback Weapon? The Power Sinker Could Unlock His Full Potential

Can These New Heroines Save TV? Rising Female Announcers Earning Industry Buzz

Who’s the Next Icon? The Search for TV’s Newest Female Announcer Star

Rika Izumi & Shogo Taniguchi Tie the Knot After 10 Years of Love — Inside Their Semi-Cohabiting Relationship

Spiritual Cleansing or Predatory Trap? Self-Proclaimed Psychic Accused of Assault

Fake Cop Scam Exposed: Reporter Reveals the Tactics Behind a 170 Billion Yen Fraud Wave

After TOKIO’s Disbandment: Why Taichi Kokubun May Have Lost His Comeback Chance While Hiroshi Ikushima Didn’t

Hidehiko Ishizuka of “Honjamaka” talks about why he often sees people wearing suspenders… “There’s a fat guy about clothes

TOKIO’s Taichi Kokubun Exposed for Harassment — A Difficult Road Lies Ahead

Sho Sakurai Faces the Ultimate Test as an Actor Ahead of Arashi’s Final Tour

Dating App Scam Exposed — 23-Year-Old Woman Part of Manualized Fraud Ring

Overdose Scare of Obata no Oniisan Hospitalized After Severe Reaction

STARTO President Race: Kimutaku’s Chances and Where Higashiyama & Inohara Stand

“Cutting Carbs and Fats Is Wrong?” Doctor Debunks Popular Diet Myths

[Verdict] 6-Year-Old’s Testimony: “He Grabbed My Chest” — Court Ruling and 51-Year-Old Defendant’s Defense

Fuji TV’s Bold Move? Expert Weighs In on Nakai Lawsuit Stirring Shareholder Meeting

[Exclusive] Ruma Takahira’s Full-Throttle Night Out at Japan’s Top Italian Hotspot!

Mayu Hotta Takes on First Teacher Role in 10th Anniversary Drama – Filming Spotted!

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