Japan's new Justice Minister Hiraguchi

Japan's new Justice Minister Hiraguchi

New Japanese Justice Minister Hiroshi Hiraguchi speaks during a press conference in Tokyo on Oct. 22, 2025, following the inauguration of the government of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi the previous day.

Lineup of Japan PM Takaichi's Cabinet

Lineup of Japan PM Takaichi's Cabinet

Hiroshi Hiraguchi, who was appointed as justice minister in the Cabinet of new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, arrives at the premier's office in Tokyo on Oct. 21, 2025, before an attestation ceremony at the Imperial Palace.

Rhythmic gymnastics: Minagawa wins bronze in individual hoop at worlds

Rhythmic gymnastics: Minagawa wins bronze in individual hoop at worlds

Kaho Minagawa of Japan performs during the individual hoop final at the world rhythmic gymnastics championships in Pesaro, Italy, on Aug. 30, 2017. Minagawa won bronze, making her the first Japanese medalist in an individual event since Mitsuru Hiraguchi captured hoop gold in 1975. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Rhythmic gymnastics: Minagawa wins bronze in individual hoop at worlds

Rhythmic gymnastics: Minagawa wins bronze in individual hoop at worlds

Kaho Minagawa of Japan performs during the individual hoop final at the world rhythmic gymnastics championships in Pesaro, Italy, on Aug. 30, 2017. Minagawa won bronze, making her the first Japanese medalist in an individual event since Mitsuru Hiraguchi captured hoop gold in 1975. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Rhythmic gymnastics: Minagawa wins bronze in individual hoop at worlds

Rhythmic gymnastics: Minagawa wins bronze in individual hoop at worlds

Kaho Minagawa of Japan poses for photos after winning bronze in the individual hoop at the world rhythmic gymnastics championships in Pesaro, Italy, on Aug. 30, 2017. Minagawa became the first Japanese medalist in an individual event since Mitsuru Hiraguchi captured hoop gold in 1975. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo