Traveling Through the Tokyo Bubble Era

Chapter 1058 Long-Term Plan
Hideki Hanyu's prediction was absolutely correct.

His early vacation seemed leisurely, but in reality, it was completely different from what he had imagined.

On the morning of the 20th, I had just woken up with Akina Nakamori, walked around the front yard of the Hanyu family home for a while, and after having breakfast, I immediately received several phone calls and arranged a series of events.

Let's start with the important points.

First, there was a phone call from Hong Kong. Zhang Min felt unwell while filming and was taken to the hospital for a checkup, where it was confirmed that she was pregnant.

For Zhang Min, who has always wanted a child, this is undoubtedly fantastic news.

But for scumbags who just want to stay home and enjoy the New Year, this news isn't so pleasant.

Unless he's truly so despicable as to completely ignore the woman who got him pregnant, his vacation at home must be interrupted.

Because of this phone call, he has confirmed his trip to Hong Kong on the 21st to visit Zhang Min.

The reason for arranging this trip, besides visiting Zhang Min who was pregnant, was also closely related to another phone call.

That was when Wang Zuxian's father personally contacted Hideki Yuzuru to inform him that the regular season of the Chinese Professional Basketball League, which he personally spearheaded and established, would officially begin on the 25th of this month.

The other party hopes that Hideki Hanyu can attend the competition.

Of course, the owners of the other participating teams also expressed the same wish, hoping that Hideki Hanyu could join them in this great event.

The league was facilitated by Hideki Hanyu, and the league broadcasting was handled by Chung Yun Television, which he invested in.

Even among the participating teams, there is one of his teams.

According to the report from the person in charge in Taiwan, the official name of the team invested by Hideki Yuzuru has been confirmed as "Taoyuan Elf Basketball Team".

The reason for adding Taoyuan is that the home stadium will definitely be located in Taoyuan City.

As for why it's placed here, the reason is simple: Hideki Hanyu's companies have jointly invested in Taiwan's largest integrated industrial park in Taoyuan City.

The initial investment exceeded two hundred million US dollars.

If all construction investment is completed within six years as planned, the total scale could even exceed $800 million.

To reiterate, by today's standards, eight hundred million US dollars is not a lot; TSMC spends more than that on a simple research and development project.

But it was 1990, and the purchasing power of the US dollar was still very strong.

Take the domestic market as an example. Even if we add up all of Hideki Hanyu's investments in China over the years, it would only exceed this total investment figure.

In this day and age, it is no exaggeration to call this a national-level mega-investment.

Let's compare it in another way. Most of the billionaires in the middle and lower ranks of the Forbes rich list don't actually have that much money.

His reason for making this investment was, of course, to make the most of Taiwan's technological and talent advantages for a long time to come.

After all, Taiwan will be able to maintain its leading position in this area for at least the next decade or so.

By the time the domestic industry surpasses it, Hideki Hanyu is confident that he will have already made back his investment by utilizing the industrial park here.

Because of this investment, the Taiwanese authorities practically idolized him.

After all, such a large investment can bring a series of benefits to the entire Taiwan.

His investment will bring about a large-scale economic boost, create more jobs, and even change the lives of ordinary people in an entire region.

Unfortunately, Hideki Hanyu was only concerned with interests and calculations, and he didn't care about the reactions of these people. He didn't even attend the groundbreaking ceremony for the industrial park.

Even so, the local authorities had no complaints about Hideki Hanyu and were even "completely obedient" to him.

For example, when Hideki Hanyu moved his basketball team to Taoyuan City and wanted to find a piece of land to build a home stadium, the Taoyuan City government directly approved a piece of land for free.

Not only is its location superb, close to bustling areas, but it also boasts convenient transportation, being adjacent to transportation hubs, making it very convenient to go to the airport or downtown Taipei.

That place was originally a piece of high-quality land that belonged to the government and was left over from the previous president's large-scale construction projects.

If it were used for real estate development instead of building stadiums, it would surely make a fortune.

Because the construction of the stadium takes time, the organizers even helped contact National Central University in Taoyuan City, allowing Hideki Hanyu's team to temporarily use the university's stadium as their home stadium until the stadium is completed.

These conditions, combined with the fact that the members of the Hongtu Society gave him a lot of face and support in establishing the league, all contributed to his success.

Therefore, after some consideration, he finally agreed to attend the opening ceremony of the "Chinese Professional Basketball League" and the opening game of the regular season.

This forced Hideki Hanyu, who had just returned to Sendai, to leave again after only three days at home, this time leaving Japan directly to begin another overseas trip.

Of course, when telling his family and Akina Nakamori about it, Hideki Hanyu "kindly" concealed the fact that Mina Zhang was pregnant.

After all, Izumi Sakai's previous reaction made Hideki Hanyu realize that sometimes, it might not be a bad thing to appropriately conceal some things from a woman.

His family naturally had no objection to his sudden departure.

Akina Nakamori also kindly remarked, "Hanyu-kun's work is important, I can manage at home by myself."

Hideki Hanyu reassured him, "If everything goes smoothly, I can stay in Taiwan until the 26th at the latest, and I will definitely be able to return to Japan on the 27th. I will definitely spend the New Year with Akina."

Even when I'm not around, Akina can still call me anytime, just like before. My phone will always be open for you.

Akina Nakamori smiled gently, "It's alright, it's only for a few days. Actually, there's something I haven't told Yuzuru-kun yet."

Hideki Hanyu asked curiously, "Oh? Is Akina hiding something from me?"

Akina Nakamori said playfully, "You'll know when Hanyu-kun comes back."

Hideki Hanyu chuckled, "Is Akina trying to surprise me?"

“Yes, is that not allowed?” Akina Nakamori said.

"of course can."

As Hideki Hanyu spoke, he tapped his temple with his finger. "But I have a feeling I roughly know what kind of surprise Akina wants to give me."

"Huh? How did Yuzuru-kun know?"

Akina Nakamori was somewhat surprised, but then seemed to realize what was happening and immediately let out a soft snort, "Hmph, Yuzuru-kun is definitely lying to me, trying to make me tell you in advance."

Hideki Hanyu feigned disdain and said, "I wouldn't play such a petty trick."

Akina Nakamori looked incredulous. "Then, Yuzuru-kun, just say it out loud so I can hear if it's true or not."

"It's no fun just saying it outright, how about we make a bet?"

Hideki Hanyu, however, looked at Akina Nakamori with a confident expression.

Seemingly taken aback by Hideki Hanyu's confidence, Akina Nakamori asked somewhat uncertainly, "What does Hanyu-kun want to bet on?"

"If I'm wrong, then I'll give Akina a gift that she'll definitely love."

But if I'm right, then Akina will agree to my request..."

As Hideki Hanyu finished speaking, he leaned close to Akina Nakamori's ear and whispered something.

The moment she finished speaking, Akina Nakamori's pretty face flushed crimson.

She then gave the scumbag a shy glare, "Hanyu-kun always... always thinking about those things." Hanyu Hideki replied matter-of-factly, "I'm a normal person, what's wrong with thinking about those things? Does Akina not want that?"

Upon hearing this, Akina Nakamori nodded shyly, "I'll do anything you want, Hanyu-kun."

Hideki Hanyu chuckled, "Then let's skip the bet and get started."

After Hideki Hanyu finished speaking, he took Akina Nakamori's hand and prepared to get up.

Akina Nakamori, however, said embarrassedly, "It's too early now, how about we wait until tonight? Besides, I also want to know if Yuzuru-kun guessed correctly or not."

Hideki Yuzuru shook his head. "Never mind, since it's a surprise Akina prepared for me, I'd better not know beforehand. Akina, just pretend I guessed wrong."

Even if I guess wrong, Akina won't refuse me.

Akina Nakamori immediately held out her hand, "Since I guessed wrong, what about the gift that Yuzuru-kun gave me?"

Hideki Hanyu said, "My New Year's gift isn't a tangible thing."

"What is that?" Akina Nakamori asked curiously.

Hideki Hanyu replied, "After the New Year, I'll take Akina to a hot spring resort in Taihaku Ward and spend at least two weeks with her. Are you satisfied with this gift, Akina?"

"really?"

Akina Nakamori looked pleasantly surprised.

For Akina Nakamori, receiving more of Hideki Hanyu's company was more precious and more desirable than any specific gift.

"Of course it's true," Hideki Hanyu replied decisively.

Actually, the arrangement of accompanying Akina Nakamori was also because Hideki Hanyu wanted to give himself a break.

1990 was the first year that the Japanese stock market bubble burst, and he had a full schedule of work both at home and abroad to prepare for his future career development.

Although the Japanese real estate market will also face problems next year, and there will be a major event like the collapse of the Big Brother, Hideki Hanyu has already completed all the necessary arrangements and preparations, so he wants to take some time to relax.

After all, his efforts to develop his power, accumulate capital, build a network of connections, and create an interest group are all ultimately aimed at making himself more free and living a more relaxed life.
If he puts the cart before the horse and all his efforts only make him busier, then what's the point of all his hard work?

If Akina Nakamori hadn't been physically unable to go, he would have even wanted to take her on vacation to Hawaii.

After all, Baisha Bay Manor cost him so much money, but he's been going there less and less in the last two years, not even as often as the women he goes there for vacation.

Although the doctor said that Nakamori Akina was in a relatively stable condition and that flying would be no problem, Hanyu Hideki did not want to take the risk.

What followed was another pointless conversation between the two.

Just before lunchtime, Hidetoshi Hanyu, who had gone out to work that morning, suddenly returned.

"Brother, as you instructed, I invited Mr. Tsuneta to our home for a meal, and he is currently waiting in Kikuin."

The Yuzuru family residence has four courtyards: plum, orchid, bamboo, and chrysanthemum. Yuzuru Sonoko, the old man, and his sister Yui Yuzuru live in the plum courtyard, while Yuzuru Hideki lives in the bamboo courtyard.

These two courtyards are the innermost, most secluded, and most private of the four courtyards.

After getting married, Hidetoshi Hanyu lived in Kikuin, while Ranin, which was temporarily uninhabited and mainly used to accommodate guests, was located on the outermost side.

When Hideki Hanyu is not at home, his family hosts him when guests come.

After Hidetoshi Hanyu returned to Sendai, he took charge of these matters, so the reception of guests was basically arranged at his residence, Kikuin.

The Yuzuru family mansion is enormous, with four independent courtyards, each with its own unique design style. Even if placed outside, it would be far larger than a typical mansion, making it more than enough to accommodate guests.

After listening, Hideki Hanyu first comforted Akina Nakamori, then stood up and said to Hidetoshi Hanyu, "Let's go see Mr. Tsuneta now."

After saying that, the two brothers headed to the Chrysanthemum Garden.

In the neon-style living room, Hideki Hanyu met Mr. Tokita, the Speaker of the Sendai City Council and now Hideki Hanyu's "boss," who was sitting at the coffee table.

After meeting, neither of them actually said much meaningful stuff.

If there is anything to say, it is that Mr. Tsuneta's suggestion was clearly somewhat ingratiating to Hideki Hanyu, indicating that he could support Hidetoshi Hanyu in running for Sendai City Councilor next year.

However, Hideki Hanyu politely declined the suggestion.

Hideki Hanyu's stated reason was that Hidetoshi Hanyu was too young and inexperienced, and not yet suitable for a formal career in politics.

In reality, however, Hideki Hanyu completely disregarded Mr. Tsuneta's suggestion.

For Hideki Hanyu, getting Hidetoshi Hanyu to run for city councilor was a piece of cake; he didn't even need Mr. Tsuneta's support.

Sendai City and Miyagi Prefecture, as his main base in the Tohoku region, have been so well-managed over the years that they are practically impregnable.

Almost all of its subsidiaries invested here, and taking advantage of its capital advantage, it made a large-scale acquisition of assets during the crisis of the bursting bubble.

Given this situation, it would be an exaggeration to say that he could control everything here, but it would be quite true to say that if he stomped his foot, the entire Miyagi Prefecture would tremble from top to bottom.

By binding his career to the local economy, he effectively binds local power in an electoral society.

Of course, as things stand now, he is deeply tied to the local government, and the local government is also deeply tied to him.

Everyone has their own bottom line, and he can't use extreme methods.

So even if he flips the table, the final result will only be a lose-lose situation.

It's just that Hideki Hanyu is confident he can make a comeback.

Moreover, as he grows stronger, the balance of power among them will continue to tilt in his favor.

By then, he will probably be able to control everything.

That said, there was another reason why Hideki Hanyu didn't want Hidetoshi Hanyu to run for the position.

In Hideki Hanyu's view, Hidetoshi Hanyu's accumulation of power was insufficient, and his involvement in and entrenching in power was not deep enough.

This is why he appointed Hidetoshi Hanyu to be in charge of the agricultural companies he was integrating, and took the opportunity to expand his power in the agricultural cooperatives.

Now, his base of influence in the Tohoku region is only lacking in the agricultural cooperatives, which happen to have a huge foundation and power at the grassroots level in Japan.

Hideki Hanyu must make up for this shortcoming, and he also needs to take the opportunity to make up for this shortcoming to accumulate political capital for Hidetoshi Hanyu.

Once he felt everything was ready and Hidetoshi Hanyu's foundation was solid, he would naturally support his younger brother's entry into politics.

At that point, there would be no need to consider the city council at all; he could directly leverage the network of connections he had built at the top to target the highest levels of power.

Although Japan's post-war reckoning, rapid economic development, and sudden economic collapse have indirectly led to a continuous increase in its influence in the business world.

But ultimately, they are still East Asian countries, and in many aspects, they still adhere to a power-centric approach.

Therefore, Hideki Hanyu is only supporting his own forces or relying on external forces, which may be enough for the time being, but there are obviously hidden dangers in the long run.

Therefore, he must personally get involved, and even if the goal is not the highest, he must have real people of his own at the top.

Moreover, having a keen understanding of the future development of Japanese politics, he had already quietly laid out his long-term plan to seize power.

(End of this chapter)