 Sasaki Chihuahua

 Reiwa 2024, Kabukicho is now ...... Final Special

 Mai Watanabe, a.k.a. "Riri-chan," aka "Riri Watanabe," was sentenced to prison. At the trial, she also revealed that she has a Vietnamese husband and said, "He told me he would give me money if I married him. This kind of dangerous "case" is not uncommon in Kabukicho.

20 Million Yen for a Fake Marriage 200,000 Yen for a Virgin: The Human Rights Price of Kabukicho

 Ippei Hara

 The Japan Racing Association (JRA) is having a hard time dealing with "Jungle Pocket's" Shinji Saito (42). In July of this year, Saito forced a female influencer in her 20s to perform sexual acts on him on a location bus in Shinjuku, Tokyo.

Shinji Saito Sent for Prosecution Over Alleged Sexual Coercion and Debt Report That Outraged Horse Racing

 Osamu Ino

 Kyodo News

 The latest book by a former professional baseball umpire on the emotions involved in ejecting a player from the game is now on sale.

 Osamu Ino, a former professional baseball umpire who also served as the first chief umpire of the NPB, has written a book titled "Puroyakyu wa umpire ga 90%: Legendary Offense and Defense Seen Through a Mask" (Gentosha), in which he talks about his working days. Here are excerpts from the book.

Former NPB Renowned Umpire Unveils the Truth Behind the Furuta and Okada Ejection Drama

 Ichiro Takatsuka

 The stoic former AKB general manager who graduated with "No Scandal" and the only single "Super Sento no Idol" date in a dignified manner!

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Full Story Yui Yokoyama And Shota Uegami from Junretsu in Serious Love, Living Together in a Tower Apartment

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 A famous male announcer in South Korea was indicted at home. He committed indecent acts against his actress ex-wife's sister. He is alleged to have touched her on at least five occasions. We report on the surprising motive and details of the allegations as told by the male announcer.

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 Takeo Dec.

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 With her lovely smile and outstanding style, she is known as "a supernova in the gravure world" and is now sought after in various media, including television, beyond the boundaries of magazines. We take a closer look at the unexpected face of such a star.

 Yina Enohara, nicknamed "the supernova of the gravure world" for her lovely smile and outstanding style, made her gravure debut in February, and since then she has been in demand for her work on TV and in various other media beyond the boundaries of magazines. What is the unexpected side of her that she has revealed...

Ina Enohara: Solo Drinks at Local Taverns Are Still My Favorite

 Takero Shigumura (1st photo), Kazuhiko Nakamura (2nd-4th photos)

 NHK Chairman Inaba announced the resumption of the use of STARTO talent. He also hinted at the possibility of STARTO's participation in Kohaku, where last year there were no teams. However, it seems that fans are not necessarily happy. What are the reasons?

STARTO&#8217;s Kouhaku Comeback: Fans Mixed Despite NHK Offer Rejection

 Representative photo/Reuters/Afro

 The LDP suffered a historic defeat, with the ruling party losing its majority. Former gradol Senri Morishita, who was nominated as the sole second-place finisher in the proportional district, was "immediately assured of winning" the election after the polls opened. ......

Chisato Morishita&#8217;s Quick Confirmation Sparks Growing Debate Over the Relevance of Proportional Representation

 In December, Nakajima Kento announced his solo debut under his own name. However, for some reason, the record company asked him not to use the title "ex-Sexy Zone" at his press conference. What was the reason?

Kento Nakajima&#8217;s Request at Solo Debut: Forget Sexy Zone?

 Shinji Hasuo

 A 49-year-old man was arrested for stabbing an 18-year-old woman to death. The woman was a waitress at a girls' bar. The man met the woman on a matching app and frequented the bar. We report on the horrified face of the man immediately after his arrest and the trouble that ensued between the two.

49-Year-Old Man Arrested for Stabbing 18-Year-Old Bar Worker

 Former professional baseball umpire's latest book on "many great judgments" is now on sale.

 Osamu Ino, a former professional baseball umpire who also served as the first chief umpire of the NPB, has written a book titled "Puroyakyu wa umpire ga 90%: Legendary Offenses and Defenses Seen Through the Mask" (Gentosha), which talks about his working days. We present excerpts from the book.

Behind the Legendary Controversial Call in the Japan Series, Revealed by NPB&#8217;s First Chief Umpire

 Shinji Hamasaki

 The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has suffered a historic defeat, falling short of a majority in the ruling party. Shinjiro Koizumi, the head of the election campaign committee, has resigned, but Prime Minister Ishiba has announced that he will continue to run." While the "downing of Ishiba" is intensifying, the LDP is "pulling out all the stops" behind the scenes in order to maintain its majority. ......

Shigeru Ishiba&#8217;s Plan to Secure Majority Without Opposition

 Four members of a special fraud group were arrested. They assaulted a fellow member who escaped with the money. They allegedly inflicted serious injuries. The photographer of this magazine photographed the scene of the arrest. Here are some shocking photos of the suspects with intimidating tattoos on their necks.

Shocking Tattoo Photo Reveals Group Assault on Wealthy Man Trying to Escape Special Fraud Group

 By October 16, the Osaka Prefectural Police's Investigation Section 3 arrested Shinya Onishi, a gangster affiliated with the Yamaguchigumi, a designated crime syndicate, and other suspects for stealing a light wagon car loaded with 172 luxury Rolex watches (worth 280 million yen).

50-Year-Old Gangster Steals 172 Rolex Watches in 3 Minutes, Causing 280 Million Yen in Losses

 The Funabashi Police Station of the Chiba Prefectural Police arrested Fumino Sato, 52, for stalking a male colleague at a supermarket where she used to work. The "horrifying statement" made by the suspect Sato is available at .......

52-Year-Old Ex-Supermarket Worker Arrested for Stalking Former Colleague: Chilling Confession

 TBS announcer Natsuko Kondo reported on the course of the "Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon 2024" held at the National Stadium on October 20, and Rina Shinohara reported on the bike. Rina Shinohara took part in the event as a bike reporter. Please take a look at their serious eyes.

TBS Announcers Natsuko Kondo and Rina Shinohara Show Intense Focus at Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon

 In mid-October, Saori Seto, wife of Shinji Saito of "Janpoke" fame and a TV personality, was seen in front of a station in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo, embroiled in "allegations of sexual assault. Immediately after the riot, Seto defended her husband who caused the scandal on her SNS. What does she think now? ......

Amid Allegations, Saito Shinji&#8217;s Wife Saori Seto Responds Seriously

 Izumi Nakagawa

 Afro

 Why Japan's Autumn Foliage is the Best in the World] Reports of the autumn foliage have been coming in from all over the world. Many people from overseas also visit Japan to enjoy the autumn foliage. Why do people come all the way to Japan to see the autumn foliage, when there are probably trees that change color outside of Japan?

Why Japan for Autumn Leaves? Heian Aristocrats Created Famous Fall Spots

 Jonathan Caine of the American rock band Journey was spotted at Shinagawa Station. He was in a good mood, smiling at his fans, but he is currently in a dispute with Neal Schon, a member of the band. We are grateful to them for still daring to tour in Japan.

Journey&#8217;s Jonathan Cain Spotted Alone Amid Band Tensions

 Born in Taiwan in 1976. Winner of TV Tokyo's "TV Champion" in 2002 and 2007. He loves cooking, sweets, and alcohol, with a focus on fine dining and hotel gourmet cuisine. He writes easy-to-understand articles with his unique perspective on everything from inflammatory incidents to gastronomy and trends, and from the state of food to issues facing restaurants. He is also a judge, lecturer, producer, and consultant.

 Dong Long

 There are said to be over 100,000 restaurants in Tokyo alone. In Tokyo, the world's largest food city, restaurants that are "new" to the Michelin Guide or have "earned a better reputation" are particularly vibrant.

Why Michelin 2025 Focuses on New and Promoted Spots like Yakiniku and Sushi

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 The general election was held in the midst of headwinds, such as the Unification Church issue and the back taxes issue. Although Shigeru Ishiba took over the government, four days before the vote, the "stealth approval" issue by the "red flag gun" was reported, and the self-government and public sectors lost their majority. ......

Takaichi on Why She Can&#8217;t Stage a Comeback After LDP&#8217;s Defeat

 Erika Karada, who is gaining recognition for her role as Chigusa Nagayo in the Netflix drama "Queen of Villainy," appeared on a Nippon Broadcasting System radio show in early October. On her way home from the show, she was suddenly approached by a family member in front of a JR station. ......

Erika Karada, the &#8220;Queen of Evil,&#8221; is still cold to the public despite her rising reputation&#8230; &#8220;Surprising words&#8221; spoken by a family member on the street.

 Japan Magazine Publishers Association

 Kako, the second daughter of the Akishino family, will celebrate her 30th birthday on December 29. From the content of her speeches in recent years, we can decipher "a certain change.

Repeated references to &#8220;equality&#8221;] Longing for &#8220;natural rights&#8221; as seen in the speech of Kako, the second daughter of the Akishino family.

 In this issue of "Playback," we look back at what we reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. This time, we look back at the October 10, 2002 issue. Shigeru Ishiba is now clearly at odds with then Prime Minister Abe. We take a look at the beginning of his "period of disadvantage.

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Kento Nakajima’s Request at Solo Debut: Forget Sexy Zone?

49-Year-Old Man Arrested for Stabbing 18-Year-Old Bar Worker

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Shigeru Ishiba’s Plan to Secure Majority Without Opposition

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Amid Allegations, Saito Shinji’s Wife Saori Seto Responds Seriously

Why Japan for Autumn Leaves? Heian Aristocrats Created Famous Fall Spots

Journey’s Jonathan Cain Spotted Alone Amid Band Tensions

Why Michelin 2025 Focuses on New and Promoted Spots like Yakiniku and Sushi

Takaichi on Why She Can’t Stage a Comeback After LDP’s Defeat

Erika Karada, the “Queen of Evil,” is still cold to the public despite her rising reputation… “Surprising words” spoken by a family member on the street.

Repeated references to “equality”] Longing for “natural rights” as seen in the speech of Kako, the second daughter of the Akishino family.

Playback ’14: Stripped of his clothes, without manpower or money…When Prime Minister Ishiba was “alone” with Koizumi Shinjiro.