Local News

Fukuoka Prefecture Vice-Governor Nakashima Takayuki has resigned his position over allegations that he was entertained by members of the prefectural town and village association, with the expenses paid from a slush fund. It is alleged that he was treated to dinner, drinks, golf, and mah jongg at an exclusive club in Nakasu. Some members of the association have been arrested in connection with the case. Nakashima’s letter of resignation said only that he was resigning for personal reasons.