性犯罪被害者を守るため、刑事の30年　「同意あった」の真実を知り [大阪府]：朝日新聞

This page features an interview with Chinatsu Sakamoto, a 60-year-old superintendent at Osaka Prefectural Police's Investigation Division 1, who is retiring this spring. A pioneering figure in sexual crime investigation and the nation's first "advanced skills instructor" in this field, Sakamoto has spent 30 years developing victim-centered investigative practices. Her pivotal experience occurred in 1996 when she witnessed multiple officers surrounding a victim repeatedly questioning her, prompting her to prioritize victim protection. She has assisted over 100 victims throughout her career, emphasizing the importance of understanding victim psychology and ensuring consistent police response.