 Watch out for the new strategies of Doutor, Tully's, Komeda, St. Mark's, and Hoshino Coffee Shop!

 While the café industry has been hit by a rush of price hikes and the major Japanese café chains are struggling, Starbucks, the absolute king of cafés, is doing well. Doutor, Tully's, and Komeda...... are all struggling, but is there a chain that can topple the "Starbucks empire"? How to survive in this era?

The Great Café Chain Store War: How to Survive in the Era of &#8220;Soaring Costs&#8221; and &#8220;Starbucks Domination&#8221;?

 Akihito Saijo

 Interview with Netochka Part 1

 Netochka, a Ukrainian cosplayer who is gaining popularity on SNS, is challenging her first gravure in FRIDAY! What kind of person is she? We asked her about her "past" and "present".

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 Next Break Award in Gravure of the Year 2024

 Amanyu Hasaki, a Waseda University graduate who has been attracting attention as a "highly educated gravure artist," is sometimes criticized on social networking sites for "going to the trouble of graduating from Waseda," but how does she really feel about this?

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 More than 50,000 visitors were attracted by the spectacular colors of the circuit!

 Japan's only all-night race, "NAPAC 24 Hours of Fuji," attracted a record number of spectators. It was not only the race that attracted visitors, but also the stunning performance of 100 race queens. ......

100 Race Queens Gather at the Foot of Mt. Fuji! — NAPAC Fuji 24-Hour Race

 When the release of a photo book capturing the daily life of a white tiger and its mother was announced, the book was ranked No. 1 in the "Cats" and "Pets" category on Amazon.com. What are the glimpses of the sparkle of life and the bond between parent and child that can be seen from the numerous photos?

White Tiger Family Tops Cats and Pets Charts — Too Cute to Be Just Tigers!

 Morinaga, Meiji, Lotte, Ezaki Glico, Akagi Milk Industry, Imuraya, and Haagen-Dazs are going head-to-head!

 The ice cream industry is currently undergoing a major transformation. In particular, "Okinawan, Italian, and Asari" are seen as this summer's trends! These seemingly disparate trends have something in common. Each company is competing head-on! Who will win the new era: ......

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 Morinaga, Meiji, Lotte, Ezaki Glico, Akagi Milk Industry, Imuraya, and Haagen-Dazs go head-to-head!

 The ice cream industry is currently undergoing a major transformation. In particular, "Okinawa, Italy, and Asari" are seen as this summer's trends! These seemingly disparate trends have one thing in common. Each company is competing head-on! Who will win the new era: ......

The ice cream industry is undergoing a major transformation! The latest trends are &#8220;Okinawa and Italy&#8221; and &#8220;Asari&#8221;!

 Provided by Japan Communications SIM (1st photo), Kyodo News (2nd and 6th photos), y.u mobile (4th photo)

 Urgent Report】Counter the rising prices! Communication costs can be drastically reduced! Thorough verification of Mercari Mobile, y.u mobile, Aeon Mobile, Majimova, and others!

 With the high cost of living continuing to put pressure on household budgets, we are constantly wondering if there is anything we can do to cut back on our spending. Then we came across some useful information! It seems that a fixed cost that is relatively easy to cut is the "communication cost. The following is a detailed explanation of nine "low-cost SIMs" that you can use to reduce your communication costs!

Save 60,000 yen a year! 9 &#8220;Cheap Smartphones&#8221; to Switch to Now!

 New Era", "Akiyoshi", "Torimero", and "Miraizaka" challenge the champion!

 Even in Japan, where prices continue to rise, the popularity of cheap and tasty "chicken izakaya" continues unabated. Akiyoshi," which has been a big hit in Japan, and "Shinjidai," which has created a special hit, as well as "Torimero" and "Miraizaka," both from Watami, will challenge the king of izakayas!

Revolutionizing the Scene: How Chicken-Themed Izakayas Are Disrupting the Market

 Even in Japan, where prices continue to rise, the popularity of cheap and tasty "chicken izakaya" continues unabated. Hakkenden" boasts of its great popularity in the Kansai region, the most fierce battleground in Japan. Hachikenden" is expanding its power and is aiming for the absolute champion, "Tori Aristocrat"!

Osaka’s Hakken-den Expands Rapidly: Can Torikizoku Hold Its Ground?

 With compliance becoming stricter and stricter every year, there have been a number of commercials that have come under fire. What was it like in the past, when compliance was supposedly more relaxed than it is today? We take a look at the world of advertising in the Meiji, Taisho, and Showa eras.

Strange Ads from Meiji to Pre War Japan with Realistic and Now Inappropriate Expressions

 The reality of women's prisons is not well known. Sexy actress Moe Aizawa, who has served time in prison, describes the various customs and rules related to "food" in this manga.

Sexy actress with a prison record talks about the horrific &#8220;food situation&#8221; in women&#8217;s prisons: &#8220;Everyone is desperate to lose weight.

 With the popularity of e-sports on the rise and the prize money for winning tournaments exceeding 100 million, the creator of the new "FATAL FURY" game reveals the pain of filling a gap of less than 30 years and the surprising story behind the creation of a new character.

The creator of &#8220;FATAL FURY&#8221; reveals the secret of a new character in &#8220;FATAL FURY&#8221; after 26 years.

 Hiroto Kato

 The Shanghai Motor Show was held from April 23 to May 2. Chinese car researcher Hiroto Kato takes a look back at the world-class car event that brought together cutting-edge technology and gorgeous companions.

 The Shanghai Motor Show, the world's largest car event, came to a close on May 2. Many visitors were glued to the latest technologies of famous companies from around the world, as well as to the companions who decorated the venue. A report on the automotive extravaganza

Stunning Dresses of Companions at Shanghai Motor Show Showcasing Beauty and Technology

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 The "Samoyed Cafe moffu" is visited by many celebrities. There are 10 Samoyed dogs that greet visitors with a "Samoyed smile" and provide a healing space. We go undercover to report on this hot cafe.

Fluffy Samoyed Cafe Going Viral on Social Media Perfect for Golden Week

 Mitsutoshi Watanabe

 Noodles and sauce are "Kite! The noodles and the sauce are perfect! Five years of hard work, one vegetable, one seasoning, and about one minute of cooking time.

 It's good! I'm ready! Mr. Malick sends his hand power. The FRIDAY Gourmet team took him under their wing to learn more about the "ultimate yakisoba," which took him five years to perfect!

This is also super magic! Mr. Malick&#8217;s &#8220;Ultimate Yakisoba&#8221; recipe arrived at by hand power

 Model Yurano Ochi (26) makes her first gravure appearance in FRIDAY!　Immediately after the shoot, we asked her how she felt and what she had been up to, and a number of big names with whom she is familiar popped up one after another.

 Model Yurano Ochi (26) made her first appearance in FRIDAY's gravure section!　Immediately after the shoot, we asked her how she felt and what she's been up to, and a number of big names who are close to her popped up one after the other.

Gravure Star Yura Ochi Advised by Famous Celebrity to Avoid Losing Too Much Weight

 Freelance writer. His main areas of expertise are business and the humanities, and he is active in reporting and writing articles for magazines, the Internet, and other media. He is the author of numerous books.

 SANO Yutaka

 Afro (1st photo)

 BELABO" is a unique work that appeared in the Taiga series, which has always focused on the Warring States period and the end of the Tokugawa Shogunate. There are no battles or assassinations. Moreover, it is set in Yoshiwara. Although many viewers are put off by the fact that it is set in Yoshiwara, there are many things about the film that will make history buffs gasp in awe.

A unique film with many &#8220;firsts&#8221; that made historians gasp in delight! 5 points to enjoy watching &#8220;Belabo&#8221; 10 times more!

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 Excavation research overseas involves everything from budget procurement to communication with local workers and other miscellaneous tasks. In Japan, archaeologists are busy writing papers and attending conferences. We asked Professor Aoyama of Ibaraki University about his daily life.

From Excavating Ancient Ruins Abroad to Juggling Meetings and Papers of The Grueling Daily Life of an Archaeologist

 Dai Matsumoto

 Shu Nishihara

 2025 JAPAN AMBASSADOR" was held on March 28. Yumino Kada of Keio University was selected as the grand prix winner of the project to select a female goodwill ambassador who will promote "Japanese goods, people and things" to the world.

Keio Beauty Crowned 2025 Japan Ambassador’s Message to the World

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 Interview with Suzuki Mob.

 While showing off her moist gravure in FRIDAY, "Mob. Suzuki" has also caused a stir on the Internet with her "bath cancellation area" and "Wednesday's Downtown" surprise. Special interview with "Mobupi," who has many faces.

Actually a graduate of Kobe College! The Surprising Face of the &#8220;Unconventional Idol&#8221; Who Is Also a Hot Topic in the &#8220;Bath Canceling Circle

 Thank you for participating in the "Ryuji Sato 4th Photo Book Reason" free online lottery. In the online raffle that started at 0:00 on March 24, the "FRIDAY official LINE account" was used for prize B.

Ryuji Sato&#8217;s 4th PhotoBook Reason: “Thank You to All Participants of the Free Online Lottery”

 Kazutoshi Kodama, founder of the "Obake Investigation Company," has written a hit book titled "Notification Items Are Available," in which he describes his experiences at "accident properties. We interviewed Mr. Kodama about the work of "Obake Investigation Company.

Inside the Ghost Investigation Company Specializing in Stigmatized Properties

 The adult industry has been going through a major transitional period since the "New AV Law" was passed. Moe Gosawa, an active sexy actress, takes up the pen herself and depicts the reality of the industry in a "manga".

A Sexy Actress Describes the Difference between the Adult Industry in Reiwa and the Heisei Era

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The ice cream industry is undergoing a major transformation! The latest trends are “Okinawa and Italy” and “Asari”!

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Strange Ads from Meiji to Pre War Japan with Realistic and Now Inappropriate Expressions

Sexy actress with a prison record talks about the horrific “food situation” in women’s prisons: “Everyone is desperate to lose weight.

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Stunning Dresses of Companions at Shanghai Motor Show Showcasing Beauty and Technology

Fluffy Samoyed Cafe Going Viral on Social Media Perfect for Golden Week

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A unique film with many “firsts” that made historians gasp in delight! 5 points to enjoy watching “Belabo” 10 times more!

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Keio Beauty Crowned 2025 Japan Ambassador’s Message to the World

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The ice cream industry is undergoing a major transformation! The latest trends are “Okinawa and Italy” and “Asari”!

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Revolutionizing the Scene: How Chicken-Themed Izakayas Are Disrupting the Market

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Strange Ads from Meiji to Pre War Japan with Realistic and Now Inappropriate Expressions

Sexy actress with a prison record talks about the horrific “food situation” in women’s prisons: “Everyone is desperate to lose weight.

The creator of “FATAL FURY” reveals the secret of a new character in “FATAL FURY” after 26 years.

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Fluffy Samoyed Cafe Going Viral on Social Media Perfect for Golden Week

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A unique film with many “firsts” that made historians gasp in delight! 5 points to enjoy watching “Belabo” 10 times more!

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Inside the Ghost Investigation Company Specializing in Stigmatized Properties

A Sexy Actress Describes the Difference between the Adult Industry in Reiwa and the Heisei Era

NJPW’s Tanahashi and Baseball Analyst Satozaki Talk Business Efficiency Next Week

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