 Masayoshi Katayama (Journalist)

 Masayoshi Katayama, Kei Kato, Naoto Kato

 More than 300 locations across Japan "abandoned and turned into a big mondai! Built during the bubble era, but...

 There are more than 300 abandoned hotels across Japan that were built during the bubble era but closed down due to poor management...and then abandoned due to the rising cost of demolition. Some local governments are concerned about fires, collapses, trespassing, and other problems, as well as the deterioration of their impression as tourist destinations.

Inside Japans Abandoned Giant Hotel A Monument to Decay

 Akira Ikoma

 This is the final installment of the series by Akira Ikoma, a sex industry journalist, tracing the history of the delicatessen business, which has become the largest business in the adult entertainment industry 27 years after its birth. He looks back on the COVID-19 crisis, which brought about the biggest crisis in the industry.

Inside the COVID Crisis That Nearly Crippled the Delivery Health Industry

 Even during the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis, some delicatessens continued to operate with a strong commercial spirit. Now that Corona has passed, what does the future hold for the delirium industry, which is in a period of stagnation as the market has ceased to expand? This is the final article in the series by Akira Ikoma.

The Business of Survival: New Ideas That Carried the Industry Through the Pandemic

 Kumataro Arai

 In mid-November, "50-Minute Lovers," a drama series for the January '25 season, was being filmed along the Meguro River, where Hoka Matsumoto and Toshi Ino of "Hey!

Matsumoto and Inoo Stroll Along Meguro River During Drama Shoot

 Shinji Hasuo

 The first trial was held for a former female employee who allegedly killed two men at a nursing home for the elderly. The woman denied the charges. There is no direct evidence and the prosecution intends to prove the case by accumulating circumstantial evidence. This article introduces the horrifying case and the family troubles that lie behind it.

Former Employee Under Suspicion as Family Disputes Surface in Care Facility Case

 Kyodo News

 Four men were arrested for their role in a series of wide-area robberies committed by a black market jobber in the Tokyo metropolitan area in 2004. The suspect, Hiroto Fukuchi, who was the leader among them, has been arrested in the past and ......

Serial Robbery Ringleader Suspect Hiroto Fukuchi and His Violent Past

 On December 5, the Tokushima prefectural assembly passed a petition for the resignation of a Tokushima prefectural assembly member who was arrested for voyeuristically photographing women at a dispatch-type sex store. Is it against the law to voyeuristically photograph women in brothels, some of which offer filming services? A lawyer explains.

Party Expulsion and Resignation Follow Indecent Conduct by Komeito Lawmaker

 Keisuke Nishi

 The autumn drama series in which he stars is currently airing... He is now better known as an actor with a strong acting background.

 The man who drove a luxury sports car to a large commercial facility for shopping was Kusanagi Tsuyoshi, who is now better known as an actor with a strong acting background! Eight years have passed since his independence from his agency, and Kusanagi, who has reached the age of maturity, drove off to the "2 billion yen mansion" where he lives with his beloved wife and dog.

Tsuyoshi Kusanagi Relishes Everyday Joys in Rare Shopping Appearance

 It was in late November that I discovered the filming of Hanashi Ono and Anna Ishii, who co-star as a same-sex couple in the currently airing drama "When I was small, there was God." Both of them looked very happy and .......

Karin Ono and Anna Ishii Share Cute Off-Screen Moments While Filming Cohabiting Couple Roles

 Izumi Nakagawa

 The cruel reality of "a fire in a neighbor's house burned down his house, but he received no compensation"...The cruel reality faced even in the case of a large-scale fire in Oita. What is the line between smoking in bed and tempura oil?　A lawyer reveals the legal risks of "getting burned in a fire" and the conditions of fire insurance that can affect the rebuilding of lives.

Ōita Fire Leaves 182 Buildings Destroyed, No Compensation Paid

 Masao Kurihara

 We take a closer look at the promising new star who has a Nigerian father and made an exceptional transition from Teikyo High School's soccer team.

 Ken Onuma made it to the final of the 10 million yen prize money tournament after two years of boxing. He has turned around from a setback in the Teikyo High School kickball club to a player who is regarded as "a potential world ranker. We take a closer look at the true face of this rising star who admires Muhammad Ali.

Boxing Star Ken Ōnuma Talks Strategy, Ambition, and His Ali Inspiration

 On December 1, Mina of "TWICE" took the stage at the annual illumination ceremony of the zelkova trees in Omotesando, Tokyo. She appeared in a dress with a mini-length skirt, and some in the audience said, "You can see it!

TWICE’s Mina Stuns Fans with Daring Look at Tokyo’s Omotesando

 Takashi Yoshida

 The Osaka High Court held the first trial for the appeal of Saki Sudo, the ex-wife of Kosuke Nozaki, a businessman known as "Kishu no Don Juan" who died seven years ago. All witness interviews and evidence requested by the prosecution were rejected and ......

Why the Kishu no Don Juan Appeal Ended the Same Day

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 Hisao Omae

 The NHK Taiga (historical drama series) in 2014 will focus on the brothers Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Hidenaga. Hidenaga is said to have been such an excellent assistant to his elder brother that it is said that if he had lived longer, the Toyotomi family would have been safe and sound.

If Hidenaga Had Lived Myth or Fact? Exploring the Toyotomi Brothers’ Relationship

 The first trial in the gruesome case was set for February 16, 2014. The defendant is alleged to have beaten three members of a family living in Saitama Prefecture to death by hitting them multiple times with an axe. The defendant has consistently denied involvement in the crime since his arrest. This article introduces the whole case and the points of contention in the trial.

First Trial in February Reveals Brutal Details of Family of Three Murder Case

 Shuri appeared on the set of the movie "Bayside Shakedown: N.E.W." She reported the birth of her first child on September 26, and only two months after that, she returned to the set. Dressed in a tight suit, she headed to ...... between takes.

Shuri Stuns in Tailored Suit Just Two Months After Giving Birth in Bayside Shakedown

 Ryo Nakahira

 On November 21, a 79-year-old defendant who took a high school girl by car and sexually assaulted her was sentenced in Saitama District Court. The defendant, who had a chronic illness and had fallen ill while in custody, had asked his lawyer for leniency, but the verdict was harsh.

Verdict Issued in Case of 79-Year-Old Who Abducted High School Girl

 Takehiko Kohiyama

 Ten years have passed since he stepped down as president, and he celebrated his 77th birthday in November.

 We interviewed Mr. Akira Takata, founder of "Japanet Takata," about the origins and trajectory of the formidable manager who is now well-known to everyone. Ten years after stepping down as president, he is now enjoying a peaceful life, having resigned his post as chairman and retired from the regional development project.

Takada Akira Reveals the Story Behind His Entrepreneurial Journey

 Nihonbashi Group

 The illegal scout group "Natural" is said to be the largest and strongest (most dangerous) in Japan. Needless to say, the organization is vicious, but its cunning is also said to be outstanding among criminal groups. The following is a detailed description of the group.

Crime, Betrayal, and Hidden Informants: Inside the Natural Gang

 Ukon Shima (Broadcaster/Video Producer)

 Takayuki Ogawauchi (Sugata)

 The last two episodes of "Moshigaku" starring Masaki Suda, the first drama script written by Mitani Koki for a commercial TV drama in 25 years. ......

Koki Mitani Talks to Modern Youth in Masaki Suda Drama, Now Featuring Shun Oguri

 Keitaro Nakagawa

 On November 30, Hiyori Sakurada threw out the first pitch at the match between Kawasaki Frontale and Sanfrecce Hiroshima at Uvance Todoroki Stadium by Fujitsu. Sakurada looked nervous from start to finish and kicked the ball right overhead!

J1 Season Kicks Off with Hiyori Sakurada’s Cute and Nervous Pitch

 Hideki Asai

 Afro

 Why become a paid member of "Seijo Ishii" or "Costco" even with high prices?　The break-even point to get the original cost of the annual membership fee and the backdoor trick to make it pay for itself with gasoline are revealed. We will thoroughly explain the "most powerful membership" and smart consumption techniques to get the most out of your membership.

Rising Prices? Here’s the Paid Membership That’s Worth Every Yen

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

 Takeshi Kinugawa (former Prime Minister Kishida)

 Former Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau and American diva Katy Perry surprised the world with their unexpected pairing. The world's hottest couple showed up at the event, and it turned out to be a former Japanese politician and his wife. ......

Kishida and Wife Go on Double Date with Trudeau and Katy Perry — A Hint at Political Strategy?

 SONO Soda

 The first trial of former Tokitsukaze Oyakata was held. He is alleged to have falsified official documents and repeatedly parked illegally. Oyakata has often caused trouble in the past. He is said to have been involved in the COVID-19 crisis and to have been involved in the sex industry. The following is a picture of Oyakata on his knees as he was shown to this magazine.

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