 Shinnosuke Futagami (1st and 2nd photos) Courtesy of Akita City (4th photo)

 They appear in supermarkets and restaurants--June is the breeding season, and 11 have already been victimized nationwide! Hokkaido, Yamagata, Miyagi, and Kyoto must be careful!

 Since the beginning of spring, brown and black bears have been sighted every day, and 11 people have been attacked and injured by bears across Japan. The situation is still very unpredictable, but what areas are particularly dangerous? A well-informed person explains.

Acorn Crop Failure Drives Up Bear Encounter Risks — Latest Prediction Map Released

 Etsuko Motokawa

 Kyodo News

 Moriyasu Japan is regarded as the "strongest team of all time. Is the ability to qualify for next year's World Cup, the fastest in the world, real? Etsuko Motokawa, a sportswriter, takes a closer look at the real picture.

 Moriyasu Japan, regarded as the "strongest team of all time," has just completed a fierce battle in the final Asian qualifying round. Is the team's ability to qualify for next year's World Cup, the fastest in the world, real? Sportswriter Etsuko Motokawa looks into the real picture.

Despite Big Win Over Indonesia, Moriyasu’s Japan Faces Major Hurdles on the Road to 2026 World Cup

 Kazuhiko NAKAMURA

 Masahiro Nakai objected to the use of the term "sexual violence" in the report of Fuji Television's third-party panel. However, the third-party panel sternly rejected Nakai's request, saying that they would "refrain from communicating with him." ......

Masahiro Nakai’s Negotiations Collapse, but a Bold Ultra-C Plan Aims to Win Public Support

 Mitsuhiro Minami was born in 1970. After retiring in 2003, he worked in public relations for a T-shirt apparel manufacturer, as a magazine editor, in sales for a large exhibition organizer, and in public relations for a fashion college before becoming an independent writer. Currently, he works as a freelance textile industry writer and PR advisor.

 Mitsuhiro Minami

 Afro

 Recovery Wear" has been widely advertised on TV and the web, featuring Sho Sakurai and Tetsuro Degawa. The apparel and clothing industry has been experiencing a downturn in the creation of blockbuster products, but new entrants are continuing to enter the field. What are the results?

“Does It Really Work?” Industry Writer Tests Recovery Wear That Claims to Ease Fatigue and Stiff Shoulders

 In mid-May, actor Hiroshi Tamaki was walking in Shinagawa Station. Wearing a white T-shirt and denim shorts, he exuded an aura of a "good-looking man. Tamaki said that his appearance was "nothing to compete with"...

Hiroshi Tamaki Effortlessly Rocks Rare Denim in a Shinagawa Station Sighting

 Shimei Kurita (Nonfiction writer)

 Shimei Kurita (1st photo) Hiroyuki Komatsu (2nd and 3rd photos)

 Shocking Special Report Part 2: The Amazing Untold Story of the Underhanded Business

 A former leader of a secondary organization affiliated with the Sumiyoshikai and a former methamphetamine trafficker confesses his 10-year fugitive life, which ended with his arrest three weeks before the statute of limitations and the "North Korean route".

Former Smuggler Who Trafficked 300kg of Meth Reveals North Korean Route and 10-Year Life on the Run

 Shu NISHIHARA

 Yui Imaizumi (26) debuted in 2003 as a member of the idol group "Keyakizaka 46" and has been active since her graduation from the group in 2006. She talked about how she came to return to the entertainment world after announcing her retirement in 2010.

Yui Imaizumi Declares “I’ll Never Retire Again” as She Returns to Entertainment After Two and a Half Years

 Shinsuke Sakai

 The drama "Sequel to "Love at the End of the World" is currently airing. The Kamakura City Office, where the main character, Nagakura Kazuhei, works, is being rocked by troubles. In March of this year, a large number of employees retired. One of the causes is said to be power harassment. ....

15 Staff Members Resign Abruptly — The Real Trouble Inside Kamakura City Hall

 Shimei Kurita (nonfiction writer)

 Shocking Special Report Part 1: The Amazing Untold Story of the Underhanded Business

 The man who was arrested for attempted smuggling and possession of 300 kg of methamphetamine makes a confession.

Former Smuggler Who Trafficked 300kg of Meth Reveals Shocking Truths About North Korea’s Drug Trade

 What role do Japanese submarines play?　Which is stronger, nuclear submarines or conventional submarines? We asked Capt. Wolf, a former senior Self-Defense Force officer of the Maritime Self-Defense Force, about all sorts of things about submarines that are surprisingly unknown to us.

Former Senior Officer Reveals Little-Known Strengths of JMSDF Submarines as Key Counter to China

 On May 27, JT (Japan Tobacco Inc.) held a press conference to announce the new device for heated cigarettes, "Ploom AURA," and a new brand of sticks for heated cigarettes, "EVO. What does the new brand taste like?

JT Introduces New Heated Tobacco Device Ploom AURA and EVO Sticks

 After working as a money writer, financial planner, and market analyst for a securities company, he became independent in 1996. He writes articles on finance and asset management mainly for business and economic magazines. Author of "A Textbook for the First Year of Robo-Advisor Investing" and "Understanding with Rich Illustrations! A book that will definitely benefit you with cashless payment. X (former Twitter) => @1847mattsuu

 Kenji Matsuoka

 Mr. kenmo chose to invest in stocks in order to eliminate his worries about his financial future. While continuing to work as a company employee, he started studying from scratch and achieved 100 million yen in assets in 5 years. His "reproducible" investment method has become a topic of conversation.

How One Office Worker Aimed to Turn 3 Million Yen into a Fortune with a Rapid Investment Strategy

 Norifumi Arakida (FRIDAY Digital Entertainment Desk)

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 The drama "Caster" will have its final episode on June 15. The drama will be shown in its final episode on June 15, and industry insiders are more interested in what Mei Nagano, the heroine of the drama, will do in response to her alleged affair with Kei Tanaka. ......

Final Episode of Caster Nears, Mei Nagano’s Response in Question

 Kumataro Arai (Harada) Sankei Shimbun (Suzuki)

 Special Entertainment Program - Part 2

 Who is the most popular female TV announcer of the moment?　FRIDAY conducted a large survey of 1,000 male and female readers of this magazine. The top answers were from the faces of the stations, including Mami Mizuto and Seika Inoue, but this time we focus on the young hopefuls.

Who’s Japan’s Favorite Female Announcer? Rising Stars to Watch Amid a Shortage of Young Talent

 Kumataro Arai (Tanaka) Keisuke Nishi (Hironaka) Sankei Shimbun (Oshita)

 Special Entertainment Program Part 1

 Who is the most popular female TV announcer right now?　This time, FRIDAY conducted a large survey of 1,000 male and female readers of this magazine. Mami Mizuto, Mako Tamura, Seika Inoue, Hitomi Tanaka... Who will win the battle of the aces from each station?

Readers’ Choice: The Most Beloved Female Announcer Across Networks Revealed in 1,000-Person Survey

 Masao Kurihara

 Tsutomu Kishimoto (PICSPORT)

 FRIDAY Sports Nonfiction

 Shingo Suetsugu, 45, is a legend in the Japanese track and field world. Still active, Suezugi declared last November that he would challenge the World Championships in Athletics (opening on September 13). This is the first time for me to challenge myself," he says.

At 45, Sprinting Legend Shingo Suetsugu Embraces the Challenge of the World Athletics Championships

 Taguchi Yuji

 Veteran pitcher efficiently transfers lower-body strength to the upper body. Motion analysis expert reveals why he can still be active in his late 30s.

 Tomoyuki Sugano, who joined the Orioles this season, has produced consistent results despite being on a team that is battling for last place. What are the characteristics of Sugano that continue to produce results? An expert in motion analysis reveals by looking at a series of photos of his pitching form.

Tomoyuki Sugano’s “Da no Ji” Delivery with the Orioles: A Model of Pitching Form

 The "News Station" is said to be doing well. One of the reasons for this is the growing reputation of the main MC, Moe Ando. She is a talented MC in her third year with the company, and her sparkling atmosphere is also said to be well received by viewers.

Momo Ando Rises to Hōdō Station’s Main MC in Three Years — The Charm Behind Her Rapid Ascent

 Ken Sugiyama

 Yusuke Kondo

 Mei Nagano and Kei Tanaka were reported by "Shukan Bunshun" (Weekly Bunshun) for alleged infidelity. Both have denied the allegations, but the turmoil does not seem to have subsided. However, the damage has been done, and the two are now seen in very different light.

Mei Nagano and Kei Tanaka: How Affair Rumors Are Shaping Public Perception of Two Relatable Stars

 Keiko Tsuji

 The number of cases of whooping cough is rapidly increasing. Some have pointed out that this outbreak has led to an increase in the number of "drug-resistant" bacteria, which are ineffective against antimicrobials. In recent years, the increase in the number of "drug-resistant" bacteria that do not respond to antimicrobials has become a major problem around the world.

The Hidden Threat of Drug-Resistant Bacteria: Why Antibiotics Don’t Belong in Cold Treatments

 The economic impact of the "Jungleia Okinawa" adventure park is estimated to exceed 600 billion yen after its opening. The big project, which will open in less than two months, still seems to have a mountain of problems...

Opposition Grows as &#8220;Junglia Okinawa&#8221; Nears Opening Despite 600 Billion Yen Economic Impact

 Kawasaki Station is known as a mecca for street musicians. Many musicians have made their way to the majors from here, but it is quite rare for an enka (traditional Japanese ballad) singer to perform on the street. The hardships involved in getting a debut ticket can be found at .......

Enka Hopeful Ryoo Suga Lands Major Debut After Two Years of Street Performances in Kawasaki

 Provided by Japan Communications SIM (1st photo), Kyodo News (2nd and 6th photos), y.u mobile (4th photo)

 Urgent Report】Counter the rising prices! Communication costs can be drastically reduced! Thorough verification of Mercari Mobile, y.u mobile, Aeon Mobile, Majimova, and others!

 With the high cost of living continuing to put pressure on household budgets, we are constantly wondering if there is anything we can do to cut back on our spending. Then we came across some useful information! It seems that a fixed cost that is relatively easy to cut is the "communication cost. The following is a detailed explanation of nine "low-cost SIMs" that you can use to reduce your communication costs!

Save 60,000 yen a year! 9 &#8220;Cheap Smartphones&#8221; to Switch to Now!

 Ai Takagi

 In this issue of Playback, we take a look back at what we reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. In June 2005, the good news came that Shigeo Nagashima, who had fallen ill, would appear in public, but behind the scenes, plans were being made for the return of a certain tycoon...

Playback &#8217;05] Behind the Scenes of Mr. Watanabe&#8217;s Return&#8230; Tsuneo Watanabe&#8217;s &#8220;Pre-retirement&#8221; Celebration Banquet for His Return to the Baseball World

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