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Tadamasa Fukiura is a leading researcher on national flags. Has been involved with flags and ceremonies at every Olympic Games held in Japan. Formerly a professor at Saitama Prefectural University and co-chairman of the NPO "Society for the Study of the National Flags and Anthems of the World. Author of 61 books on flags.

 Tadamasa Fukiura

 There are as many flag designs as there are countries, but many of them are somewhat similar. The history and "connection" between the flags of different countries are hidden in them. We asked an expert about interesting episodes related to flags.

Mistakes in Flag Orientation Reveal Surprising Similarities Across Countries

 Born in Tokyo in 2000. After attending an integrated school in Tokyo from elementary school to high school, he went on to Keio University, where he has been living in Kabukicho since he was 15 years old and has a wide range of personal connections. At university, he is studying the sociology of downtown areas including Kabukicho. He is the author of "Host! Tachinbo! To Yoko! Overdose na Hito-tachi" (Kodansha), a compilation of this series, is currently on sale.

 Chihuahua Sasaki

 The real life of Piena by a Keio University student writer: Reiwa 6 years later, Kabukicho is now ...... No.85

 Although sexual harassment from men to women is now strictly regulated, awareness of sexual harassment from women to men still seems to be low. In the nightlife district, where money is spent, there are many instances of unprovoked sexual harassment from female customers to hostesses...

Kabukicho&#8217;s Moral Decay Unveiled: Sexual Harassment Remarks Shift from Customers to Hosts, Alarming Scene Reports Surface

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 Japan vs. North Korea, the second round qualifier for the World Cup in Asia, is expected to be a fierce contest. The most watched match of the tournament was the "fate" of Junya Ito, who has been criminally accused of sexually assaulting a woman... ......

Junya Ito Faces Frustration as National Team Winds Calm, Absence from North Korea Match Raises Questions

 Toshikatsu Tanaka Afro

 Former Zaspa team staff members, who were forced to resign from their jobs, angrily accuse the company of harassment.

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 Keisuke Nishi

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 Hisano Kobayashi

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 Actress Rena Tanaka appeared in the morning drama "Boogie Woogie" (NHK Sogo, etc.). Although she has a strong image from her days in the "Natchan" commercials, she is showing signs of a new breakthrough as an actor.

Reina Tanaka&#8217;s Stellar Performance in Boogie Woogie Sends Shockwaves Through TV Land!

 The first oral argument against "Downtown" Hitoshi Matsumoto is scheduled for March 28. It is said that the key to victory or defeat in the trial will depend on the testimony of witnesses. ......

Kazuhiro Ozawa&#8217;s Testimony Takes Center Stage Over Glamour in Matsumoto Hitoshi&#8217;s Trial

 In early March, "Guns N' Roses" guitarist Slash came to Japan with his band. Slash was wearing a baseball cap instead of a silk hat as he moved around Tokyo Station, but his superstar aura was...

Guns N&#8217; Roses&#8217; Slash: Redefining Rockstar Style with a Baseball Cap Twist

 Illegal dekasegi by Japanese sex workers has become an issue, with an increasing number of young female tourists being denied entry to the United States. We interviewed Ms. Kasumi Matsuoka, author of "Reporto Dekasegi Japanese Sex Workers," the first report on this issue.

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 Kazuhiko Nakamura

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Lack of Confirmation Leaves 43 Individuals in Limbo with SMILE-UP Enrollment

 Kyodo News

 Prince Hisahito of Akishino, the eldest son of Akishino, will finally be a senior at Tsukuba University High School in April. He will be a senior at the University of Tsukuba in April. Various universities, including the University of Tokyo, Kyoto University, Hitotsubashi University, and the University of Tsukuba, have been mentioned as candidates for his higher education, but there is one "cause for concern" that has come to be heard here.

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 Ippei Hara

 Nakajima Kento is leaving "Sexy Zone" as of March 31. Following the reports of his love affair with Reina Washio, his performance in the current drama "Living Room Matsunaga-san" has not been well-received. The reason for this is still the influence of his fans. ......

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 Yusuke Narita, an assistant professor at Yale University in the U.S., who caused a great deal of controversy overseas a year ago when he said, "The elderly should commit mass suicide or commit mass seppuku before they become old people," has now been dropped from commercials. ......

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 Kojiro Yamada

 The "Miracle 55-year-old" Takao Osawa descended on a supermarket on the weekend. He famously gained 20kg to play the macho general Wang Ki in the movie "Kingdom", but his macho body is still there! He was the center of attention of the ladies!

Miraculous 55-Year-Old Takao Osawa Stuns at Weekend Supermarket Without Concealment, Exuding Radiant Aura

 Former yokozuna Hakuho Miyagino's position is worsening rapidly because of his failure to take responsibility for the assault of his apprentice. The Japan Sumo Association has tightened the screws on him even more than on Takanohana, who retired in 2006. What are the circumstances behind this? ......


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 Miko Ryokai

 Afro (1st) Afro Gisela Schober/Getty Images (4th)

 Beckenbauer, a legendary figure in the world of German soccer, passed away this January at the age of 78. His legacy is estimated to be 26 billion yen, which he accumulated during his career as a player and in business after his retirement.

500 Million Yen Mansion with Private Beach, Fate of Emperor Beckenbauer&#8217;s 26 Billion Yen Inheritance Revealed

 On March 3, "NEC" won the women's volleyball V1 League! The one who led the team to the league championship was Sarina Koga, the absolute ace of the Japanese national team and the passionate captain of the team. It seems that behind her lovely smile, she has a "devil's face. ......

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 Shinji Hasuo

 Hideo Sakaki, who was arrested on February 20 on the charge of semi-rape of a woman in her 20s, was re-arrested on March 11 on the charge of semi-rape of another woman. What is the background of his re-arrest, and what did the victim say about his despicable tactics?

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 After the start of the "war in Ukraine," real gross domestic product in 2011 increased by 3.6% over the previous year. No matter how you look at it, they are copying the signs of Starbucks, McDonald's, and Kentucky.

 Russia's economy is booming. One element of this is the "copy economy," in which foreign brands are imitated. In Russia, "pacri business" is rampant, where even logos look exactly the same. This is no doubt the case with Starbucks, McDonald's, and...

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 Yusuke Kondo

 Yoko Maki has become a representative of the "disturbed actresses," as her "strange voice" video on SNS spread after she allegedly "fired an air gun" at Iwahashi of "Plus Minus" fame. Yoko Maki has become a representative of the "disturbed actresses". She has finally fallen ill and...

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 A man impersonating swimmer Daiya Seto was arrested. He posted obscene messages and pictures of his lower body under the name of Seto. Seto had filed a damage report. We will introduce the rich life of the man who uploaded images of several luxury foreign cars.

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 Sota Shima

 After leaving "Kimpuri", he is still making great strides as an actor.

 A slender, handsome man was spotted at a famous tonkotsu ramen restaurant in Shibuya Ward. He is Ren Nagase of "King & Prince" and slurps his noodles with gusto. It took him about 10 minutes to finish his bowl of noodles, and it looks like he was trying to refresh himself during a break from work. ......

King &#038; Prince Nagase Ren Sneaks Away for a Bowl of Rich Tonkotsu Ramen at Restaurant

 Sayuri Saito

 In the midst of the tax filing period, "#Boycott tax return" emerged as a trending word on social networking sites.

Politician Arrested for Tax Evasion and Kickbacks Reveals Unthinkable Practices

 Yuji Yanagawa (nonfiction writer)

 Shinji Hamasaki

 Hikaru Ohira (21) won the "Miss High School Girl Contest" in high school and also manages a company.

 Hikaru Ohira, a junior at Aoyama Gakuin University, was crowned "Miss Aoyama" in 2011. In high school, she won the "Miss High School Girl Contest," and now also manages a company. Her great-grandfather was a big-time politician! Why has she refrained from disclosing her "bloodline"?

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