 Top Rank, Soichi Hayashi (Nakatani)

 Naoya Inoue defended his belt with a new record 23rd KO, despite going down for the second time in his life. Undefeated three-weight champion Jyunjin Nakatani, who will face the monster next May, gives his view of his rival's fight.

Junto Nakatani Analyzes Inoue’s May Title Defense Cárdenas Forced to Use Footwork

 Takayuki Ogawauchi

 Ryoko Hirosue has confessed to having bipolar affective disorder and is currently taking a break from her entertainment activities to undergo treatment. Her "comeback" movie is likely to be "that movie" of the popular series. ......

What About Ryoko Hirosue’s Role? New The Confidence Man JP Film Set for Production Next Year

 In today's super-aging society, an increasing number of children are worried about taking care of their "toxic parents. We interviewed Mr. Hideki Endo, founder of "Kazokujimai.com," a consultation service specializing in such caregiving concerns.

How Family Closure Is Redefining Elder Care in Japan&#8217;s Super-Aged Society Amid a Rise in Toxic Parent-Child Relationships

 In mid-April, three men dressed as chefs were walking in Roppongi. They are Takashi Sakai of "The Mummy," Takashi Okamura of "Ninety-Nine," and Masaki Hasegawa of "Nishikigoi. Where are the "army of ordinary people" from "Guru Ninety-Nine" headed?

Takashi Okamura Leads Ordinary People in Roppongi

 Japan Magazine Publishers Association

 Dressed in vivid furisode (long-sleeved kimono), they attended the Spring Garden Tournament

 Princess Kako and Princess Aiko wore bright furisode (long-sleeved kimono) to the Spring Garden Party. Kako is scheduled to visit Brazil in June, and Aiko's first official overseas visit is highly anticipated. The day is near when the two of them will fulfill the role of "bearers of international goodwill" together...

Princess Kako and Princess Aiko Leading the Way in a New Era of Imperial Diplomacy

 Shinji Hasuo

 A drunken driving accident occurred in a downtown area during Golden Week. The man arrested in the act had three times the standard amount of alcohol in his system. He had been drinking for several hours until just before the accident. The photographer of this magazine photographed his bizarre behavior immediately after his arrest.

Drunk Driver Arrested After Causing Multi Car Accident With 8 Injuries and Odd Behavior

 Yasuko Sakaguchi

 Downtown" disappeared from the stage for a while, but Masanori Hamada, who had been on a leave of absence since March, returned on late-night radio on May 2. Also, Hitoshi Matsumoto will start "Downtown Channel" this summer. ......

Hitoshi Matsumoto&#8217;s Influence Behind the End of Downtown DX Despite Masatoshi Hamada&#8217;s Return to Work

 Kumataro Arai

 The final competition of this season, "World Figure Skating Championships," was held at Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium from April 17 to 20.
The pair took first place. After the competition, the pair...

Rikuryu Pair Shows Strong Bond and Calm Presence After World Team Trophy

 Nakahira Ryo

 The trial of a former daycare worker who sexually assaulted children at the daycare center where he worked is underway, and the details of his crimes are being revealed one after another. In the second trial, it was learned that he has been charged with additional crimes. ......

Nursery Teacher&#8217;s Abuse of Boys Exposed

 Kyodo News (1st photo)

 The Minister of the Environment Keiichiro Asao, who holds a key position in the Ishiba cabinet, has come under suspicion for sending out flyers to supporters in support of a particular candidate in the Kamakura City Council election held in April. We take a closer look at the actual situation.

Environmental Minister Asao Faces Allegations of Election Law Violation

 Akira Ikoma

 The Modern History of Tachimbo (Part 5)

 In this fifth installment of a series of articles, customs journalist Akira Ikoma looks into the history of "tachinbo" from the Edo period to Reiwa. In this final installment, we focus on the "koiken joshi" (girls in a relationship) in Reiwa. What are the similarities and differences with Tobita Shinchi, which has also become a tourist attraction?

The Modern History of Street Prostitution: How COVID-19 Shaped Okubo Park and Tobita Shinchi

 The Modern History of Tachinbo (Part 5) Part 2

 In this fifth installment of a series of articles by entertainment journalist Akira Ikoma, he looks back on the history of tachinbo from the Edo period to Reiwa 2022. In the second part, he discusses Reiwa's tachinbo, which also appeared in Osaka and Yokohama, and the reasons why tachinbo have proliferated in the modern age.

Why Standing Prostitutes Have Increased in the Reiwa Era The Three Key Reasons

 Yushi Taguchi

 A motion analysis expert thoroughly examines the ″changes″ that have occurred over the past year

 A motion analysis expert explains the ″strengths and weaknesses″ of Shohei Ohtani's hitting form by looking at a series of photos comparing this year's and last year's hitting form. Ohtani is experimenting with a bat an inch longer than last year. Will it be a strength or...

Shohei Ohtani Set to Shine in June with His 2025 Batting Form

 Yusuke Kondo

 Mei Nagano was reportedly having an affair with Kei Tanaka. However, TV and sports newspapers are taking a wait-and-see attitude for now, and it seems that it has not had any more impact than a shock... ......

Lingering Rumors of Affair Between Mei Nagano and Kei Tanaka No Apology to Tanakas Wife

 Keisuke Nishi (1st and 2nd photos), Takero Yui (3rd to 5th photos)

 After 25 years of a love affair, "Mrs. Green Apple" guitarist Kohto Wakai and I-cup gradol

 The news of the love affair between "Mrs. Green Apple" guitarist Kohto Wakai and I-cup gradol Ichika Minashi seems to have shocked fans of the two. Various opinions were exchanged after the report, but it seems that both girls are doing very well.

Kohto Wakai and I-Cup Gravure Idol Sleepover Date Update After Love Report

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 The "After" of the 25-year scoop, Mrs. Devi's "Suspected Assault on Female Employee

 On April 25, Mrs. Devi's "12 (Wannyan) Peace Party" announced its dissolution. One of the reasons for this was that she was sent to prosecutors on April 16 on suspicion of assaulting a female staff member, and Friday Digital interviewed Mrs. Devi directly.

Dewi Fujin and the Sudden Disbandment of 12 Wannyann Peace Party Alleged Assault and What Happened After the Interview

 Kazuya Kamenashi, who broke up "KAT-TUN" as of March 31, left STARTO, and went independent, was spotted at Shinagawa Station in mid-April. Kamenashi was traveling alone on the train, and we look forward to his new activities as he begins a new TV show as MC.

Kazuya Kamenashi’s New Journey Captured Shortly After KAT-TUN Disbands

 A 45-year-old unemployed man was arrested for indecently assaulting a 15-year-old girl for the purpose of "papa-activating" her. The suspect denied the charges when questioned. What was the "appalling excuse" he gave to the police?

Unemployed Man’s Disturbing Crimes Against Teen Girl and His Astonishing Justification

 A bar in Shibuya was busted and the owner was arrested. The bar offered a service in which female employees were shown bathing. The suspect claims that it was a "proper business practice," but is it really "allowed"?

Drink While Watching a Bathing Scene: Shocking Practices of Shibuya Bar Were Exposed Years Ago

 Arashi" announced the resumption of their activities with a tour next spring and their breakup in May next year. It seems that the decision was reached after a series of discussions among the members, but what we have seen so far of their "friendship" and their unexpected personalities can be found at .......

Arashi to Cease Activities in May 2026 Shares Heartfelt Moments Over Baseball and Dinner

 Hideki Asai

 According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' "Family Income and Expenditure Survey," the "Engel's coefficient," whose rise in value is considered a decline in living standards, has been rising for the past 10 years and reached 28.3% last year, the highest level since 1981, making Japan by far the highest among developed countries.

10-Year Rise in Engel Coefficient Paints Grim Picture of Japan’s Economic and Health Decline

 A 50-year-old Inakawakai-affiliated executive was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after he hit and killed several police officers and then fled the scene. What was the goal of the leader in his desperate attempt to escape?

Inagawa Kai Member Arrested for Attempted Murder Shows Confidence During Prosecutor Transfer

 Former "SMAP" star Masahiro Nakai disappeared from the public eye due to sexual trouble with a woman. After this incident, Fuji TV is still being abandoned by many commercial sponsors. Other TV stations are also ......

Current TV Professional Reveals Secrets of TV Stations After Nakai&#8217;s Departure

 Hiroto Kato

 The Shanghai Motor Show was held from April 23 to May 2. Chinese car researcher Hiroto Kato takes a look back at the world-class car event that brought together cutting-edge technology and gorgeous companions.

 The Shanghai Motor Show, the world's largest car event, came to a close on May 2. Many visitors were glued to the latest technologies of famous companies from around the world, as well as to the companions who decorated the venue. A report on the automotive extravaganza

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