
Yokohama Mayor Skates on Thin Ice After "Human Scum" Tirade
In a stunning turn of events in Yokohama, Mayor Takeharu Yamanaka has apologized after being accused of verbally abusing staff, allegedly calling them names like "human scum." The city's HR chief publicly called out the mayor for workplace harassment, a rare move in Japan, leading to Yamanaka's partial admission and apology for the psychological distress caused. This situation evokes memories of past political scandals, but the direct accusation from within the city government adds a unique and intense layer to this developing story.






















