A screenshot of a LINE conversation was obtained by FNN, showing former Big Motor president Kanesige using the word “stupid” three times and making negative comments about customers. Baka (馬鹿 or ばか) is a Japanese term considered a swear or curse word, carrying the connotations of “idiot,” “jackass,” “dumbass,” or “unthinking fool.” (Apologies for the …
Month: July 2023
The Unmanned Vending Machine Heist: A Story of Ingenious Thievery
A daring thief in a small town has been targeting unmanned meat vending machines, stealing something unexpected – promotional flyers instead of money. These vending machines, located in Chiba, Matsudo City, have become popular among locals for their 24-hour operation and diverse selection of meat, game, processed products, and even ice cream. Despite the thief’s …
Addressing Teacher Assaults by Students in Modern Education
A disturbing incident occurred at an elementary school in Seoul, where a sixth-grade student physically assaulted a female homeroom teacher. The teacher, known as Ms. A, suffered a brutal attack in front of other students, leading to a three-week medical leave due to her injuries. Outraged by the serious violation of teachers’ authority, more than …
Mirai no Mori Gakuen’s Human Rights Violations
On July 10th, the Japanese Immigration Services Agency imposed a sanction on the Sendai language school, “Mirai no Mori Gakuen”, preventing them from taking in foreign students for the next five years. This is due to accusations of ill treatment of international students. The school had allegedly made some students sign contracts that would …
A determined daughter’s quest for a picnic adventure
The story quickly spread everywhere. It was a phone conversation between a manager and a girl who identifies herself as the daughter of someone referred to as “OOO.” The manager initially doesn’t recognize the girl but soon discovers that she is OOO’s daughter. The conversation takes place in the context of a planned two-day picnic …