Fuji Television Investigation Report: Analyzing Missing Communications and Transparency Issues
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Fuji Television Investigation Report: Analyzing Missing Communications and Transparency Issues

Question from a Reader:
I have some questions regarding the investigation report from Fuji Television’s third-party committee. The report contains detailed email exchanges between former talent Masahiro Nakai and producer Yuichi Nakajima. However, why are there no recorded LINE exchanges with former president Koichi Minato or executives like Akira Oota? Considering the transparency and fairness of the investigation, could you

Putin's Meeting with Akie Abe: Why He Avoids Zelensky and What It Means for Global Diplomacy
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Putin’s Meeting with Akie Abe: Why He Avoids Zelensky and What It Means for Global Diplomacy

Question from a reader:
Why did Putin meet with Akie Abe but not with Zelensky? Is there something inconvenient that makes him not want to meet?

Putin’s Meeting with Akie Abe and the Situation with Zelensky

Recently, the news of Putin meeting with Akie Abe has been a hot topic. Hearing this made me ponder why he hasn’t met with Zelensky.

Understanding the Nakai Masahiro Incident: Consent, Power Dynamics, and Workplace Gratitude
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Understanding the Nakai Masahiro Incident: Consent, Power Dynamics, and Workplace Gratitude

Reflecting on the Nakai Masahiro Incident

Recently, the incident involving Nakai Masahiro has garnered much attention. There are many opinions about him, but I can’t help but question the claim that “there was consent because there was a thank-you email.” In workplaces, it’s common to express gratitude to bosses and seniors as a form of social nicety. I, too, sometimes

Exploring the Complex Relationship Between Fans and Talents: Insights and Personal Stories
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Exploring the Complex Relationship Between Fans and Talents: Insights and Personal Stories

Question from a reader:
Do you think fans and talents are similar? I resonate with Nishiwaki-san’s opinion. My sister particularly likes Nakai-kun as her second favorite in SMAP (her number one is Kusanagi-kun), and she keeps saying about the recent incident, “Maybe she liked Nakai-kun more? Nakai-kun wouldn’t be the one to initiate anything,” which is a bit unsettling. I wonder