Tatedra to Launch New Series 'The Trap of Special Fraud: Criminal Organizations Beyond Imagination' with 15 Episodes Starting July 3

DONUTS Inc. (Shibuya, Tokyo; CEO: Keisei Nishimura) has announced that its vertical short-form drama app, 'Tatedra,' will begin streaming a new theme for its original variety series 'Mr. Urban Legend Sekiguchi's Behind-the-Scenes Urban Legends' titled 'The Trap of Special Fraud: Criminal Organizations Beyond Imagination' (15 episodes total) starting at 7:00 PM on Friday, July 3, 2026.

This program is a talk variety show hosted by Mr. Urban Legend Sekiguchi, who reveals the hidden truths behind urban legends that cannot be discussed on TV or YouTube. Each episode invites expert guests deeply knowledgeable about the theme, including popular YouTubers with over 1 million subscribers and professionals from various fields, to share the latest and deepest urban legends exclusively available on 'Tatedra.' Since its launch, the series has gained strong popularity, surpassing 4 million total views within the app, and even released a book on February 10, 2026.

The new theme, 'The Trap of Special Fraud: Criminal Organizations Beyond Imagination,' features guests Tetsuya Shibui and Takahiko Hanada, both experts on special fraud. Based on their firsthand experiences—such as infiltrating criminal organizations and interviewing key figures—the show will explore the evolution of special fraud over the past 30 years, the reality of the latest techniques involving AI and the dark web, and how to protect oneself from becoming either a perpetrator or a victim.

Official Website: https://tated.tv/toshidensetsu/

New Theme: 'The Trap of Special Fraud: Criminal Organizations Beyond Imagination'

[Streaming Start Date and Time]

July 3, 2026 (Friday) at 7:00 PM

[Streaming Platform]

Vertical short-form drama app 'Tatedra'

[Number of Episodes]

15 episodes

<Main Topics>

・Is Taiwan the birthplace of 'Tokuryu'? The reality of organizations siphoning trillions of yen

・Resort-like fraud bases where some earn 10 million yen monthly

・Latest programming techniques spoofing phone numbers ending in '0110'

・Unraveling the dark web's trap through the Tochigi robbery-murder case

・Crime and underground rankings starting from over-the-counter drug abuse

[Cast]

Mr. Urban Legend Sekiguchi

・Behind-the-Scenes Urban Legend Broker

Sumipon

・Guests

Tetsuya Shibui

Former journalist at Nagano Nippo, now a freelance writer. He covers mental health issues such as youth suicide, self-harm, and addiction, as well as SNS-related crimes like special fraud and illegal part-time jobs, and is active across various media.

Takahiko Hanada

Former member of biker gangs, right-wing groups, and yakuza, later a weekly magazine journalist, now a freelance writer. He actively investigates underground scenes such as illegal drugs and criminal incidents through unique channels. His book 'Report: Taiwan's Underworld and Tokuryu' gained attention for its intensive undercover reporting.

Program Overview

"Shall we create a new legend that goes beyond urban legends together?"

Urban legends—these are already the 'public stories' everyone knows. But there are still 'behind-the-scenes stories' that haven't surfaced. Hidden within them may be clues that bring us closer to the truth. Many may have thought, 'I can't believe that,' about what Mr. Urban Legend Sekiguchi has shared. But look back—don't you find those words surprisingly 'not lies'?

Japan now stands at a major turning point. Shall we take a new step forward together with those who are seriously thinking about the future? There are truths that TV cannot fully convey and deep stories that other platforms cannot express. This program delivers the 'real stories' that only it can.

Let's change the world together!

This program has no intention of defaming any specific company, organization, or individual. It is an entertainment talk show based on certain literature and expert opinions, and does not fully guarantee the accuracy or reproducibility of its content.

[Official Website & SNS Accounts]

Official Website: https://www.tated.tv/toshidensetsu/

Official X: https://x.com/ura_toshiden

Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zowazowa.lab/

Official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zowazowalab

Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uratoshidensetsu

[Themes and Guests Launched in 2026]

Theme

Guests

Unsolved Cases: The Truth Buried in Darkness

Koichi Ogawa, Takkū

Real Outrage: The Underworld and Politics

Kei Inoue, Takahiko Hanada

Overseas Hellish Prisons: The Man Who Survived Imprisonment

Kei Inoue, Tsunao Takezawa

Onmyoji: Evil Spirits and Prophecies

Ju-san Ichi, Yukki Shindōshi

Drug Contamination: The Battle of the Matris

Ryoji Takahama, Tōru Hirohata

Rare Metal Wars: The Quest for Global Dominance

Naomi Nasu, Yutaka Yoshitake

The Mars Colonization Plan Already Underway

Ayi Danishi, Fumikai Muraki

Agricultural Collapse: Can the Takashi Administration Save Japan?

Goro Takahashi, Takaaki Mitsuhashi

Katakamuna: Japan's Lost Ancient Civilization

Nori Iwasaki, Koyakki

The Darkness of Taxes: Tax Evasion That Fools the IRS and Risky Tax Savings

Takahiro Matsumoto, Shinya Yamada

Mind Control: Cults and Heinous Crimes

Junsei Kubota, Kimiaki Nishida

Modern Vanishings: Disappearance or Kidnapping?

Chiwa Chiwawa Sasaki, Toshihiko Matsumaru

The Takagi Cabinet and the Bomb Hidden in Japan

Tetsunobu Ishizuka, Uryū Hirano

Epstein: His True Face and the Truth That Was Erased

Ryo Kataoka, Toshihiro Yamada

Nikola Tesla: The Man Who Knew Too Much About the Future

Ayato Amakura, Masaki Nito

The Darkness of the Internet: Everything About You Has Already Been Stolen

Noboru Ueno, Takayuki Sugaura

Cursed Forbidden Lands

Yui Iizuka, Sakura Fukatsu

The Mechanics of Fake Brands

Yukio Ishihara, Fumitake Tada

Unsolved Fugitives: Chase the Red Notice!

Tomohiko Suzuki, Toshihiko Matsumaru

The Darkness of the Entertainment Industry: TV Industry and Talent Taboos

Ryo Kataoka, Minako Komukai

The Hidden Side of Modern Warfare: Trump and Jewish Interests

Masaki Takabe, Toshihiro Yamada

Real VIVANT Beyond Drama: The Truth of the Secret Organization's Betsu-ban

Buntaro Kuroi, Kenji Yoshinaga

The Darkness of the Medical Industry Ruled by Dishonest Doctors

Kazuhiro Nagao, Hideki Wada

Diamonds and Gold: The Darkness Hidden Behind the Shine

Yuichi Ikezu, Toshiaki Tamaki

[NEW] The Trap of Special Fraud: Criminal Organizations Beyond Imagination

Tetsuya Shibui, Takahiko Hanada

*Guest names are listed in alphabetical order

[Profile of Mr. Urban Legend Sekiguchi]

Born June 21, 1975, in Tokyo.

A popular urban legend storyteller who appeared on shows like 'Yarisugi Toshidensetsu,' introducing mysterious global mysteries. He sparked Japan's urban legend boom with his catchphrase, 'Believe it or not, it's up to you.' In Jiyugaoka, he owns and operates 'Sekiru-bagu Cafe,' which displays numerous urban-legend-level rare artifacts. Recently, he launched the online club 'Jounetsu Club,' where he and members passionately engage in disaster preparedness, volunteer activities, and hobby and sports clubs, actively working toward the future.

About 'Tatedra'

'Tatedra' is a vertical short-form drama app centered on original dramas. Long-form content is