Princess Yuriko dies at 101

In our latest news roundup, we pay tribute to Princess Yuriko, who died on Friday aged 101. Also this week, Shigeru Ishiba took a nap in parliament before winning a runoff against Yoshihiko Noda to retain the premiership. DPFP president Yuichiro Tamaki admits to having extramarital affair with former gravure idol. A 65-year-old American man was arrested for defacing the torii gate of Meiji Shrine. Rupert Grint appeared at “Hogwarts in the Snow” in Tokyo, surprising Japanese fans. Scotland’s newest independent bottling company, Saltire Rare Malt Whiskey, has been launched in Tokyo and Osaka.

Princess Yuriko, the eldest member of the Japanese royal family, dies

Princess Yuriko, the eldest member of the Japanese royal family, died of pneumonia on Friday morning. She is 101 years old. Emperor Naruhito’s aunt was hospitalized at St. Luke’s International Hospital in Tokyo’s Chuo Ward on March 3 after suffering a stroke. She was moved out of the intensive care unit after regaining some movement in her right limb, but was later readmitted to the hospital in August. Three weeks later, she showed signs of recovery and returned to the general ward, but on November 8, the Imperial Household Agency announced that her condition was deteriorating.

Shigeru Ishiba wins prime ministerial runoff despite falling asleep

During a special parliamentary meeting on Monday afternoon, Shigeru Stone field Survived the runoff and went on to serve as Prime Minister. In the first round of voting in the House of Representatives, the leader of the Liberal Democratic Party received 221 votes, 70 votes ahead of Yoshihiko Noda, the main opposition party of the Cadet Party. Then it entered the room for its first runoff in thirty years. Stone field Again he received 221 votes, which was enough to get him elected. However, video footage shows him sleeping while waiting for the votes to be counted.

Chief Cabinet Secretary Lim Kit-jung was questioned at a press conference later in the day. of quarry healthy. “The prime minister was busy until late at night and I learned that he had a cold today and was taking cold medicine,” he said. explain. Lin added that aside from a cold, “he doesn’t have any problems with his health.” Stone field Go to the hospital for check-up on Saturday and A 30-minute examination at a medical facility Wednesday. Speaking of the latter, Lin said: “I heard this was a routine health check that was scheduled before.“.

Japan DPFP President Yuichiro Tamaki admits to love affair

Before this Voting in the runoff was Yuichiro Tamaki, leader of the People’s Democratic Party (DPFP); Make headlines. he Admitting extramarital affair in hastily arranged press conference Monday morning. The admission came shortly after it was published on the tabloid website smart flash Reported on a 55-year-old politician who drank with him at a Shinjuku bar Miyuki Koizumi, 39, is a former gravure idol and current tourism ambassador for Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture. The article also included a photo of Tamaki leaving the hotel wearing a gray hoodie. Koizumi According to reports, he left after 20 minutes.

“The content of the report is basically true” explain Tamaki. “I would like to offer my sincere apology not only to my family but also to the people across the country who had high hopes for me.” additional“My wife told me, ‘If you can’t protect the people closest to you, you can’t protect the country.'” I will remember these words again, reflect on my actions, and do my best to work in the best interest of the country. and implement policies. “

Saltire Rare Malt Whiskey Launched in Japan

Scotland’s newest independent bottling company, Saltire Rare Malt Whiskey, opens in Tokyo and Osaka this week. The brand, based in the picturesque Scottish village of Falkland, has proven extremely popular in the European market. It is run by friends and entrepreneurs Nigel Heywood and Keith Rennie, with whiskey experts Hans and Becky Offringa Becky Offringa (known globally as “The Whiskey Couple”) serves as the official curator. Speaking at the launch event in Tokyo, Hans said the couple rarely associate their names with a specific company, but they felt it was time to start because Saltire is such an exciting brand.

Arguably the highlight of the Saltire range is its 17-year-old Glen Moray, which has a light flavor and citrus finish. Other launches include 15-year-old whiskey; Tannawulin and Macduff. The former is fruity and sweet, while the latter has a smooth, creamy flavor. besides aultemoreArdmore, benriach and Deluanboth aged 14 years, is a unique 45% alcohol single malt Scotch whiskey specially crafted for the Whiskey Highball. The official Japanese distributor of Saltire is and spiritsLed by Ai Kuroda, this year became the first person in the country to achieve the “Scotch Whiskey Master” qualification.

American tourist arrested for vandalizing Meiji Shrine gate

A 65-year-old American tourist was arrested on Wednesday on suspicion of vandalizing the torii gate of Meiji Jingu Shrine in Tokyo’s Shibuya district. It is alleged that at around 11.20am the day before, he carved a family member’s name into the gate as a prank with his fingernails. The Tokyo Police Department identified the suspect as Steve Hayes. He arrived in Japan on Monday, November 11, with four family members for a vacation. Police identified the suspect through surveillance video. Hayes was taken into custody after being found at the hotel. He admitted the charges.

Hayes two days ago‘ Arrest, police have launched an investigation After finding the word “death” written Two spots on the stone wall of the Yasukuni Shrine in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo. This is not the first incident of graffiti at the controversial shrine this year. June, one vA video of a Chinese man urinating on a shrine pillar and then writing “toilet” in red paint has circulated online. About two and a half months later, the same pole was defaced Words like “die,” “militarism,” and “toilet.”

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Rupert Grint makes surprise appearance at Tokyo’s “Hogwarts in the Snow”

Starting November 9th, Warner Bros. Tokyo Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter gets a special makeover. Dubbed “Hogwarts in the Snow,” the sets are covered in snow during the festive season to illustrate Harry’s Christmas from the first novel. If that wasn’t magical enough, visitors were treated to an extra surprise yesterday with the appearance of 36-year-old Rupert Grint, who plays Ron Weasley in the famous film series actor. As expected, fans went crazy when they saw him. This is his first visit to Japan since 2019.

“Today is a very happy surprise for me. I love Japan and I’m happy to be able to set foot on this set,” he commented. Speaking of Japanese fans, he said: “They are very special to me. They have made their presence felt throughout the series and cherish this work very much. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who has supported me over the years ” Godzilla minus one Star South Hamabe Also in attendance. “I couldn’t believe I got to meet him,” she said. “Combined with this scene, it feels like watching a movie.”

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