Sixth 'Sugitomo Yose' Calls for Eradication of Specialized Fraud — Ryotaro Sugi, Natsuko Godai, and Choba Yoshihara Appear

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  • Sixth 'Sugitomo Yose' Calls for Eradication of Specialized Fraud — Ryotaro Sugi, Natsuko Godai, and Choba Yoshihara Appear
  • The sixth 'Sugitomo Yose' event was held as part of the NPA project 'SOS47'. Ryotaro Sugi, Natsuko Godai, and Choba Yoshihara explained the latest fraud schemes and called for crime prevention measures.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: June 11, 2026

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The sixth 'Sugitomo Yose' event was held as part of the NPA project 'SOS47'. Ryotaro Sugi, Natsuko Godai, and Choba Yoshihara explained the latest fraud schemes and called for crime prevention measures.

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Sixth 'Sugitomo Yose' Calls for Eradication of Specialized Fraud — Ryotaro Sugi, Natsuko Godai, and Choba Yoshihara Appear (June 11, 2026), PR Times
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June 11, 2026
The sixth 'Sugitomo Yose' event was held as part of the NPA project 'SOS47'. Ryotaro Sugi, Natsuko Godai, and Choba Yoshihara explained the latest fraud schemes and called for crime prevention measures.
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  • 📰 Published: June 11, 2026 at 21:00
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On May 29, 2026, the 'Sixth Sugitomo Yose' was held at the Fukagawa Edo Museum. Rakugo performer and special crime prevention supporter Choba Yoshihara, and special crime prevention supporter Natsuko Godai, explained the latest fraud schemes and countermeasures to eradicate specialized fraud.

[Latest Fraud Schemes]
They sounded the alarm on fraud via 'international calls,' which has become mainstream. It is crucial never to answer incoming calls from unfamiliar country codes such as '+1' or '+44'.

[Recommended Crime Prevention Measures]
1. Landlines: Apply for 'International Call Suspension' (Free)
2. Smartphones: Utilize crime prevention apps like 'Digipolis' or apps recommended by the National Police Agency.

Additionally, police officers provided setup support outside the venue. Finally, Special Crime Prevention Supervisor Ryotaro Sugi appeared on stage, once again appealing for shared awareness and cooperation among families.

This Yose performance was part of the National Police Agency's public relations awareness project, 'STOP Ore-Ore Fraud 47 - Family Bond Strategy' (SOS47), which has been active since 2018.

FAQ

How can I suspend international calls?

You can apply for free suspension through your telecommunications provider.

Are crime prevention apps free?

Yes, the NPA's recommended apps and Tokyo's 'Digipolis' are free to use.

What is SOS47?

It stands for the 'STOP Ore-Ore Fraud 47 - Family Bond Strategy' project team.