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4 women arrested in Tokyo's Kabukicho district for soliciting foreign tourists for prostitution
Police in Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward have arrested four women in their 20s on suspicion of soliciting foreign tourists for the purpose of prostitution. The four women were arrested earlier this week around Okubo Park in Kabukicho, police said Thursday. The park has become a popular spot for women offering sex services to foreign tourists since 2023 after a number of YouTube videos went viral. Police said 75 women have been arrested around the park between January and June of this year, Sankei Shimbun reported. This is more than double the number arrested during the same period last year. One of the four women arrested this week, Miyu Aoyagi, 20, told police she had earned about 110 million yen since July 2023. Aoyagi was quoted by police as saying, "I did it only with foreigners and elderly men who were definitely not plainclothes police officers.' According to police, in order to avoid detection, Aoyagi created a social networking site (SNS) chatroom for women waiting for customers and shared information about police patrols and photos of investigators. A total of 26 women participated in the group, negotiating the price for their 'services' with foreigners through a translation app. The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department said it is increasing patrols in the area and is urging foreign tourists to be careful. Police said there have been a growing number of complaints from local residents and passersby about the women who hang out in Okubo Park. The worsening public safety is also a problem at the park, with curious onlookers getting into trouble with the women, police said. © Japan Today
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6 days ago
- Entertainment
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Unplug and rewind with Thanko Skeleton Portable CD Player
Heading outdoors for a hike or reading a book at a cafe are small ways to relax without relying on a screen for entertainment. Recently, we've seen a return to old-school technology like clunky digital cameras, wired headphones and even CD players. Listening to music on CDs demands more intention. You have to choose the album, buy it and insert it into the player without the temptation of scrolling through an endless digital library. The Thanko Skeleton Portable CD Player SK-25 is a great way to disconnect while enjoying your favorite artist. With its see-through body inspired by 1990s design, it's both nostalgic and fresh. Weighing just 250 grams and powered by a rechargeable battery, it's easy to carry and lasts up to five hours on a charge. It plays standard CDs as well as CD-Rs, CD-RWs, and supports MP3 and WMA formats. You can also load music onto a microSD card (up to 128GB) for even more flexibility. Useful features like A-B repeat, adjustable playback speed, and a 5-level equalizer make it great for language study or exam prep. It includes two headphone jacks so you can listen with a friend, and has anti-skip protection and auto power-off to save battery. Get yours today for ¥5,680 at the website. Source: Thanko © Japan Today
Japan Today
17-07-2025
- Politics
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Japan's far-right surge: Sanseito and ‘Japan First' politics in 2025
By Jeff W. Richards Why are far-right political parties gaining support in Japan ahead of the July 20 election? In this extended 17-minute edition of "Japan Today Spotlight" we go inside the rise of Sanseito and the Conservative Party of Japan — and the growing influence of 'Japan First' rhetoric targeting immigrants, tourists and foreign residents. We break down what these parties actually believe, where their support is coming from, and how discontent over overtourism, immigration and the economy is being turned into political momentum. From anti-foreigner policies to cult-like political messaging, this is not just another look at fringe politics — it's about how fear spreads, who gets blamed, and what happens when that blame becomes policy. Do you think enough Japanese voters are aware of what these parties really stand for? Let us know in the comments. Chapters: 0:00 Intro: Japan's rising far-right 1:21 Sanseito and the 'Japan First' origin story 2:32 Sanseito's election goals 4:38 The Conservative Party of Japan 5:08 Foreigners as scapegoats 6:02 Japan's immigration policy 7:58 Community unease and crime fears 7:58 The real estate debate 7:58 Overtourism and blame politics 7:58 NGOs push back on hate speech 7:58 Will anything change after the election? 9:46 Final thoughts and what you can do Japan Today sources: See the Japan Today Spotlight series: Don't forget to like, subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an update on Japan's biggest news stories on our YouTube channel: Follow us for more updates: The views and opinions expressed in this video are those of the host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of GPlusMedia, Inc. © Japan Today
Japan Today
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Tokyo Night & Light
With a total size of 13,904.956 square meters, Tokyo Night & Light at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1 in Shinjuku is the largest architectural projection-mapped display (permanent) according to the Guinness World Records. Among Pac-Man, the current screening contains light shows themed with Godzilla, Gundam and other breathtaking light shows accompanied by music. The screening is held all year round. The current schedule can be found at © Japan Today
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15-07-2025
- Health
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Yogurt drink with ingredients that enhance fat burning effects
Danone has released a new yogurt drink with ingredients that enhance fat burning effects, now available at convenience stores nationwide Danone Bio Fat Burning Yogurt Drink Plain contains bifidobacteria that reach the intestines alive. It comes in a 100 gram bottle. © Japan Today
