Hanako Montgomery is a Reporter & Producer at CNN. She focuses on a diverse range of topics including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the fashion industry, with a particular interest in apparel design and regional interest stories. Hanako's work has been featured in various prominent outlets such as VICE Media, Al Jazeera Media Network, and WRAL.
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Hanako Montgomery's coverage primarily focuses on evolving news stories, government announcements, and breaking news, with a significant focus on lifestyle and science topics. Given the prevalence of earthquake-related articles in her coverage, she would likely be interested in expert commentary or firsthand accounts related to disaster response and recovery efforts.
Additionally, Hanako's interest in Japanese culture suggests that pitches centered around cultural events or societal trends within Japan could also be well-received. This might include insights from experts who can provide context about Japanese lifestyles or cultural phenomena.
Considering the high percentage of evolving stories covered by Hanako, she may particularly appreciate pitches offering unique angles or exclusive access to individuals involved in ongoing newsworthy events.
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Ryota began secretly photographing middle school girls' underwear at 16. Only in therapy did he grasp the criminal harm he'd caused.
“Kimura” started taking photos of middle schoolers' underwear when he was 16. Only after going to therapy did he recognise he was committing a criminal offence - one that does irreparable damage to victims. CNN's Hanako Montgomery reports on Japan's soaring upskirting crimes.
By: Hanako Montgomery, Yumi Asada, Daniel Campisi
Voyeurism arrests in Japan hit a record high in 2025 but not it's only adults who are alleged offenders.
By: Hanako Montgomery, Kriti Gandhi
Chinese companies are moving beyond their home base, expanding overseas and reshaping fashion, tech, and consumer markets worldwide. CNN's Hanako Montgomery explains why.
By: Kriti Gandhi, Hanako Montgomery
Chinese companies are moving beyond their home base, expanding overseas and reshaping fashion, tech, and consumer markets worldwide. CNN’s Hanako Montgomery explains why.
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An Australian man has been arrested at Bangkok’s international airport as he tried to board a flight home — charged with her murder after CCTV showed him leaving a hotel with the suitcase. CNN’s Hanako Montgomery reports.
Tokyo's Masatane Muto refuses to let ALS silence him. With eye-tracking keyboards, brainwave drones, and AI to recreate his old voice, he continues to make music. He hopes to inspire others to chase their dreams, regardless of the limitations they may face. CNN's Hanako Montgomery reports.
By: Hanako Montgomery, Junko Ogura, Chris Lau
Tokyo — Japan may have its first ever female prime minister, but her government's attempts to avoid a royal succession crisis are making the chances of a woman taking the imperial throne ever slimmer.
By: Hanako Montgomery, Junko Ogura, Chris Lau
Japan may have its first ever female prime minister, but her government’s attempts to avoid a royal succession crisis are making the chances of a woman taking the imperial throne ever slimmer.
