 Takahiro Kagawa

 Huwa-chan disappeared from the TV world last August after she posted a "slip of the tongue" to Yasuko. It was in the ring of the women's professional wrestling organization Stardom that she made her first public appearance in almost a year and four months. ......

Fuwa-chan Turns to Pro Wrestling as Leaked Audio Delays TV Return

 Hiroki Uchi, a former member of "Kanjani Eight" and "NEWS", opened an Instagram page. He was again captured by fans, who called him "cute" and favorable.

Former Kanjani∞/NEWS Member Uchi Charms Fans Despite Live Stream Slip-Ups

 Diesuke Takahashi

 70% of customers are foreigners! The pawnshop fair, which is rumored to be "very cheap" even as the price of gold soars, is hot.

Gold Prices Surge—And Foreign Customers Pack Japan’s Bargain Pawn Fair

 Kumataro Arai

 In early November, Yuji Oda, the lead actor of the movie "Odoru Daisousasen N.E.W.," which is scheduled to be released next week, appeared on location in Tokyo. He was shooting a number of scenes in which he sprints with a large bag.

Yuji Oda Runs and Carries in High-Energy Bayside Shakedown Shoot

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 Shinji Hasuo (1st to 4th photos)

 On November 6, a man was arrested for forcing a 12-year-old Thai girl to work at a massage parlor in Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo. The girl was brought to work by her mother. Behind the arrest lies the "darkness" of Asian massage parlors.

Thai Girl, 12, Freed From Parlor Allowing Illegal Practices

 Courtesy of Mariko Yamaguchi

 Mika Yanagihara (nonfiction writer)

 Three people were killed in an accident on the Tokyo Metropolitan Expressway in May last year. The defendant was sentenced to 7 years and 6 months in prison for driving with a high fever due to a cold. The following is a video taken by a female victim of the accident and the defendant's unusual behavior.

“I’ll Never Forget It”—What a Survivor Saw in the Fatal Distracted-Driving Crash

 Takero Yui

 In late October, the launch of a movie starring Sawajiri, her second film after returning to the screen, was held at an Italian restaurant in Shibuya. Although it was not quite a full-fledged restart after the expiration of her probation, we have high expectations for the ever-illustrious Erika, who has overcome her setback.

Erika Sawajiri Makes Bold Appearance at Wrap Party as Her Full Comeback Begins

 Takahiro Chiba

 Akinori Nakagawa

 Yoshiyuki Kitao

 Kumi Oikawa

 In his latest film, he passionately plays the role of the husband of Sayuri Yoshinaga, his senior. In films alone, he has appeared in over 130 productions. 

 The starting point of his life was when his father, Mikuni, took him to filming locations when he was a child. Even after accumulating achievements and no longer being called "Nisei," he always felt the presence of Mikuni, the actor. He said that although he feels his physical strength declining, he still does not want to lose to someone younger.

Satō Koichi Talks About His Beginnings and His Drive to Keep Competing With Younger Actors

 Jiji Press

 A former Softbank draft pick was caught red-handed for assaulting a paramedic. This is not the first time he has been arrested. In the past, he has also been in possession of illegal drugs. Here we introduce the "black reputation" of the former No. 1 draft pick, which has been circulating since his active career.

Former SoftBank Catcher Arrested Again for Drunken Assault—Troubling Reputation Emerges

 On October 30, it was reported that the "Super Sentai" series will end with "Number One Sentai Gojyuger," which is currently airing. What is the harsh reality that the show had to face rather than the adulterous affair of the actors?

Amid End of Series Reports, Super Sentai Faces a Harsh New Reality

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 The 30 words nominated for the year-end "New Words and Vocabulary Awards" were announced, and "I will work and work and work," which Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (64) uttered upon her election as LDP president, was chosen as one of the 30 words.

Despite Chronic Illness and Three Hours of Sleep, Takaichi’s Approval Surges—What’s Behind the Worry?

 Motoko Abekawa is a freelance writer mainly for the web. She is also involved in the production of books and corporate PR magazines. She does not specialize in any particular field, but covers a wide range of topics that intrigue her, including history, comedy, health, beauty, travel, gourmet food, and nursing care.

 Motoko Abekawa

 Are you losing money by not saying "NO"? Supreme" designer and popular YouTube star, acchi-san, who has lived in New York for 23 years, talks about overcoming Japanese weaknesses and how to live on "your own axis". What are his tips for surviving in a diverse society?

Why NYC Taught Them to Stop People-Pleasing—and Stay True to Themselves

 In October last year, former "Jungle Pocket" member Shinji Saito disappeared from the public eye after being charged with sexual misconduct and other offenses. He was in financial trouble with a company selling baumkuchen, which was the place of his revival.

Financial Conflict Emerges Between Comedian Saito and Baumkuchen Sales Firm

 On October 31, the Tokyo District Court heard the trial of a former entertainment producer accused of forcing a woman to take sleeping pills and committing indecent acts with her. The victim described the man's modus operandi.

Ex-Entertainment Producer Used Drugged Drinks to Commit Indecent Acts, Court Testifies

 Shinji Hasuo

 On November 6, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department arrested a man in his 50s on charges of breaking into the home of a woman in her 20s and taking videotapes. In fact, this man had been arrested in September for breaking into the same woman's home and attempting to commit an indecent act of non-consensual sexual intercourse. We take a closer look at the "heinousness" of the voyeuristic photographer.

Man in His 50s Breaks Into Home of Woman He Filmed—Attempted Assault Reveals Dangerous Pattern

 On October 29, the Metropolitan Police Department announced the arrest of an Osaka university student for possession of dried marijuana and cocaine in his home. A trafficking ring is believed to be behind the arrest, but experts say that this incident is symbolic of the changing drug distribution situation.

What a University Student’s Drug Possession Arrest Reveals About Today’s Drug Trade

 Yuji Yanagawa (Nonfiction writer)

 Masaki Fujioka

 Masahiro Tateishi, an infielder at Soka University, said at a press conference after the draft, "As a baseball fan, I can't wait to meet Mr. Fujikawa. After being selected as the first overall pick in the 2025 Hanshin Draft, he talked about his current feelings, the players he admires, and his future goals.

Soka University Masahiro Tateishi: The Relentless Competitor Behind Hanshin’s Top Draft Choice

 Pasya/Afro

 NHK Party leader Takashi Tachibana was arrested by the Hyogo Prefectural Police on charges of defamation against Hideaki Takeuchi, a former Hyogo prefectural assembly member (deceased). Why the police took him into custody despite the fact that the majority of the charges would originally have been brought at home. ......

The Untold Story Behind Tachibana’s Sudden Arrest—and the Fear That Prompted It

 Kyodo News

 The Merits and Demerits of the "Friends Cabinet

 The Orix finished the regular season in third place in the Pacific League and lost to Nippon Ham in the first stage of the Climax Series. However, a "lax atmosphere" is said to be prevailing among the fielding staff.

Orix Turmoil: Lax Attitudes, a Gentle Manager, and Young Players Rebelling Against Their Captain

 Izumi Nakagawa

 Afro

 The Kansai Expo was a great success, but a professor of Kyoto University criticizes it as "a mistake to treat it as an economic catalyst!  The "real significance" of the Expo, which drew 25 million visitors, is discussed by an expert.

Despite the Expo’s Success, a Kyoto Professor Says Calling It an Economic Engine Is Wrong — Here’s Why

 Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1962. He was a member of "Honjamaka" 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's Hidehiko Ishizuka's ″Mayday by Day″ vol. 33

 In this episode of "Honjamaka" Hidehiko Ishizuka's ″Mai‾‾‾‾ Days" vol.33, we will talk about his favorite sweets that make him excited. From Hokkaido to Fukuoka, ...... Ishizuka does his best to recommend the best sweets from all over Japan!

Perfect as a gift! Hidehiko Ishizuka of Honjamaka recommends his &#8220;favorite sweets that make you excited

 Takero Unity

 The young head of Yamaguchigumi VI, Takeuchi Shomei made an emergency trip to Tokyo to meet Inagawa-kai Chairman Uchibori. It is believed that both of them talked to each other, with the executives leaving at the end of the meeting. What was discussed at the meeting between the two leading yakuza organizations?

Why Yamaguchi-gumi’s Wakagashira Took a Hidden Trip to Meet the Inagawa-kai Chairman

 The Tokyo District Court heard the trial of a man who was arrested in July this year for indecently assaulting high school and junior high school girls. The man asked, "I'll give you 10,000 yen, won't you take a look? The man told us his motive. What was the man's motive?

Obscene Offer to a High School Girl: The Shockingly Selfish Claims Exposed in Court

 Even Higashihama...

 The Giants, who have suffered the humiliation of losing the Climax Series two years in a row rather than winning the Central League for the second year in a row, have a plan to "over-hunt" for starting pitchers. What does it entail? ......

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