Key Facts
• On September 6, Tokyo police arrested three individuals for violating local regulations.
• Suspects include Shigeki Takahira, 66, and two Chinese female employees.
• Allegations involve offering sexual services in private massage rooms in restricted areas.
• Locations include Ogikubo and Koenji Minami in Suginami Ward, Tokyo.
• Takahira and one employee admitted to charges; the other denied providing sexual services.
• Police investigations revealed illegal operations since November 2024.
• Estimated revenue from the operations reached approximately 70 million yen over 10 months.
• Joint investigation by Ogikubo and Suginami police led to the arrests.
• Authorities are examining financial flows and operational details of the businesses.
Summary
Tokyo police arrested Shigeki Takahira, 66, and two Chinese employees for allegedly operating illegal massage parlors in restricted areas of Suginami Ward. The suspects are accused of providing sexual services in private rooms, violating local regulations. While Takahira and one employee admitted to the charges, the other denied involvement. Investigations revealed the businesses had been operating illegally since November 2024, generating an estimated 70 million yen in revenue over 10 months. The arrests followed a joint investigation by Ogikubo and Suginami police, who are now delving into the financial and operational aspects of the businesses.
