 Motoko Abegawa works as a freelance writer mainly on the web. She is also involved in the production of books and corporate PR magazines. She does not specialize in any particular field, but covers a wide range of topics that intrigue her, including history, comedy, health, beauty, travel, gourmet food, and nursing care.

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 Kenji Kawato

 The "Mushroom Growing Kit" series, an app game that became a huge hit after its debut in 2011, is still supported by a warm and strong fan community, with many fans both in Japan and overseas.

60 Million Downloads! Celebrating Mushroom Day with Funghi Gardening Kit

 The "Moriya GT Grand Prix" has been expanding its scale every year under the slogan of "holding GT races on public roads. Automotive journalist Kumiko Kato reports on the activities of this remarkable event.

 The Moriya GT Grand Prix is a popular car event that continues to grow in scale every year, and this year's event, held in September, featured many popular race queens as well as numerous famous cars. Here is a report on the event.

40,000 people attended the entire event! Beautiful Race Queens&#8221; decorated the Moriya GT, one of the most famous car events in Japan.

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 Akimoto Yasushi's new idol group has been named "Rain Tree". The following is a report on the production announcement!

 Akimoto Yasushi's new idol group has been named "Rain Tree". We report on the production announcement!

New Group Name &#8220;Rain Tree&#8221; Members in Tears After Surprise Debut Announcement

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 The drama "Ryu ga Gotoku: Beyond the Game" will be distributed worldwide on Amazon Prime from October 25th. Prior to the distribution, director Masaharu Take talked about everything from the behind-the-scenes story behind the production of the drama to the appeal of the distribution service.

Five Months of Filming and 300+ People in a Fight Scene! Masaharu Take Reveals the Secret Behind Streaming Drama Success

 Toshio Sasaki

 The crew failed to return from the SpaceX spacecraft in August and are still stranded on the International Space Station (ISS), where they are reportedly experiencing frequent serious incidents. The ISS is still stuck on the International Space Station (ISS), but the ISS is said to be experiencing a number of serious incidents.

The Unreported Abnormalities of the ISS and a Surge in Serious Incidents

 The unique reincarnation manga "Isekai Magic Mirror," which began in September, has been gaining popularity since its serialization began. The manga was created with the full cooperation of SOD, a long-established adult entertainment company. We take a closer look at its appeal.

&#8220;Isekai Magic Mirror&#8221; Gains Attention with SOD&#8217;s Full Cooperation and Otherworldly Characters

 It was a packing material, but why did it become loved by being crushed by fingers? The book "Puchi Puchi®", a compilation of some of the findings of 23 years of research by the Puchi Puchi Culture Research Institute, provides clues to this question.


Why People Pop Bubble Wrap and Uncovering Eight Mysteries of Puchi Puchi

 Karen Ishida, who has charmed her fans with her innocent impression as a model and idol, has made an unexpected change of career. In the current issue of FRIDAY, she unveiled a shocking full nude shot for the first time. We asked her about her true intentions.

 I thought it was a chance to change myself, so I decided to take on the challenge." The former idol, who seriously went all the way through to her graduation event at the Nippon Budokan, is publishing a nude photo book. We ask her how she is feeling now after her first nude photogravure shoot.

Why Former Idol Karen Ishida, a Member of a Popular Terrestrial TV Group, Changed Her Mind and Showed Her Nudity

 Takahiro Yokoi

 Talented actress Yu-chami will release her 2nd photo book "Chami Summer" on September 4 (Wed.)!

Yu-chami Celebrates Best Birthday at Photo Book Release Event

 Sleeping well is essential for maintaining good health, says Ryo Kakutani, author of "Sleep Revolution for Working Women. So what should an uncle do to get a good night's sleep?

Ultimate Anti-Aging Secret Revealed Habits to Avoid for Achieving Deep Sleep

 Junpei Kota

 Interview with a super-enthusiast: He has collected more than 3,000 fan-favorite "treasures" and has been appointed as an advisor to Tamiya.

 Former TV Asahi announcer Yasuma Matsui is enjoying his second life after retirement, surrounded by his favorite plastic models. His "love for plastic models" is so great that he has become an advisor to Tamiya...

Former TV Asahi Announcer Yasuma Matsui Fulfills His Middle-Aged Dream of Living Surrounded by Model Kits After Retirement

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 World Dog Surfing Championships Held in California, U.S., Attracting Over 6,000 Spectators

 The "World Dog Surfing Championships" was held in California. Watch the overwhelming performance of the dogs as they navigate their surfboards, surrender themselves to the ocean, and face the big waves!

Aiming for the gold medal! Super Cool Courage&#8221; of Surf Dogs

 Gotha Suzuki

 Anon" Special Interview

 For eight days and seven nights, 16 beautiful men and women are divided into two islands to fall in love. This is a special interview with Anon, who won the hearts of the men who participated in the romantic reality show "Shuffle Island Season 5" (ABEMA)!

Gravure Model Shares Insights from “Shuffle Island” Experience

 Hideaki Ichikawa

 Mai Nakanowatari

 The "Missing" exhibition, which focuses on "missing" people, has become a hot topic on SNS, attracting an unprecedented 65,000 visitors. We interviewed Mr. Nashi, a horror writer, and Mr. Tokio Omori of TV Tokyo, the creators of this exhibition.

Tickets and merchandise are being resold&#8230; Why the eerie &#8220;Missing Exhibition&#8221; has become a very popular date spot

 Talented actress Yu-chami released her 2nd photo book "Chami Summer" on September 4 (Wed.)! Here is a behind-the-scenes look at the photo shoot!

 Talented actress Yu-chami will release her 2nd photo book "Chami Summer" on September 4 (Wed.)! Here is a behind-the-scenes look at the photo shoot.

Urgent Serials] Yu-chami shows off her unexpected skill in marine sports in Miyakojima Island!

 Kei Kato

 Namba Yasaka Shrine is located in the center of Osaka Prefecture. The shrine, with its powerful Lion Hall as its symbol, has been attracting a flood of inbound visitors in recent years, but the man behind it all is an unexpected person.

Foreigners Swarm Giant Lion Shrine in Osaka as Founder of Famous Company Emerges as Surprising Supporter

Urgent Serials] Yu-Chami is Gorgeous in &#8220;Too Cute&#8221; Miniskirt and Loose Socks GAL LOOK!

 Kimihiko Nitta

 We interviewed "Japan Race Queen Award 2023" winner, Yanayu Hirose!　We asked her about her thoughts on her first solo gravure and her passion for her beloved "Shimizu S-Pulse".

 We interviewed Yanayu Hirose, winner of the "Japan Race Queen Award 2023"!　We asked her about her thoughts on her first solo gravure and her love for "Shimizu S-Pulse".

Japan&#8217;s Top Race Queen Anyu Hirose Takes on First Solo Gravure Challenge

 Takashi Inoue

 A railroad schedule is a "train operation chart" on a sheet of paper that shows the operation of all trains on a route. The process of making this chart involves the wisdom and efforts of not only the person in charge but also all departments of the railroad company.

How Railway Timetables Showcase Efforts to Speed Up and Increase Passenger Numbers

 Talented actress Yu-chami will release her 2nd photo book "Chami Summer" on September 4 (Wed.)! Here is a behind-the-scenes look at the photo shoot!

Yu-chami: Exclusive access to the sauna! Yuu Chami is still in the sauna!

 A 3D anime about band girls with no original story and all the voice actors are newcomers...... "Girls Band Cry," a super adventurous and unnoticed work before its broadcast, has been attracting a lot of attention. How was it possible to go so far in Reiwa, where people tend to be on the defensive when it comes to expression? We directly interviewed the creator.

Confession from the Mastermind Behind ‘Girls Band Cry’ Addresses Doubts About That Scene and Answers in Episode 13

 A 3D anime about band girls with no original story and all the voice actors are newcomers...... "Girls Band Cry," an ultra-adventurous and unnoticed work before its broadcast, is drawing a lot of attention. How was it possible to go so far in Reiwa, where people tend to be on the defensive when it comes to expression? We directly interviewed the creator.

Skilled Band Girls Challenge Themselves as Voice Actors in Anime ‘Girls Band Cry’

Urgent Serialization] What is the &#8220;XXX&#8221; that Yu-chami wanted to meet?　The scene of an extremely cute photo shoot on Miyakojima Island.

 Toshiyuki Tanaka, Yunomuro Yuno

 Famous collectors showcase their "rare and mysterious items" collected from all over the world, along with their prices!

 Yuno, a collector of haunted objects, and Tanaka, a collector of the occult, who lives with about 100 "haunted objects", showcase "rare and mysterious items" they have collected from all over the world. Enter the spine-chilling world of "haunted objects"...

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60 Million Downloads! Celebrating Mushroom Day with Funghi Gardening Kit

40,000 people attended the entire event! Beautiful Race Queens” decorated the Moriya GT, one of the most famous car events in Japan.

New Group Name “Rain Tree” Members in Tears After Surprise Debut Announcement

Five Months of Filming and 300+ People in a Fight Scene! Masaharu Take Reveals the Secret Behind Streaming Drama Success

The Unreported Abnormalities of the ISS and a Surge in Serious Incidents

“Isekai Magic Mirror” Gains Attention with SOD’s Full Cooperation and Otherworldly Characters

Why People Pop Bubble Wrap and Uncovering Eight Mysteries of Puchi Puchi

Why Former Idol Karen Ishida, a Member of a Popular Terrestrial TV Group, Changed Her Mind and Showed Her Nudity

Yu-chami Celebrates Best Birthday at Photo Book Release Event

Ultimate Anti-Aging Secret Revealed Habits to Avoid for Achieving Deep Sleep

Former TV Asahi Announcer Yasuma Matsui Fulfills His Middle-Aged Dream of Living Surrounded by Model Kits After Retirement

Aiming for the gold medal! Super Cool Courage” of Surf Dogs

Gravure Model Shares Insights from “Shuffle Island” Experience

Tickets and merchandise are being resold… Why the eerie “Missing Exhibition” has become a very popular date spot

Urgent Serials] Yu-chami shows off her unexpected skill in marine sports in Miyakojima Island!

Foreigners Swarm Giant Lion Shrine in Osaka as Founder of Famous Company Emerges as Surprising Supporter

Urgent Serials] Yu-Chami is Gorgeous in “Too Cute” Miniskirt and Loose Socks GAL LOOK!

Japan’s Top Race Queen Anyu Hirose Takes on First Solo Gravure Challenge

How Railway Timetables Showcase Efforts to Speed Up and Increase Passenger Numbers

Yu-chami: Exclusive access to the sauna! Yuu Chami is still in the sauna!

Confession from the Mastermind Behind ‘Girls Band Cry’ Addresses Doubts About That Scene and Answers in Episode 13

Skilled Band Girls Challenge Themselves as Voice Actors in Anime ‘Girls Band Cry’

Urgent Serialization] What is the “XXX” that Yu-chami wanted to meet?　The scene of an extremely cute photo shoot on Miyakojima Island.

It’s summer, that’s why I want to see it! The Spine-Chilling World of “Spellings” Selected 7 items!

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60 Million Downloads! Celebrating Mushroom Day with Funghi Gardening Kit

40,000 people attended the entire event! Beautiful Race Queens” decorated the Moriya GT, one of the most famous car events in Japan.

New Group Name “Rain Tree” Members in Tears After Surprise Debut Announcement

Five Months of Filming and 300+ People in a Fight Scene! Masaharu Take Reveals the Secret Behind Streaming Drama Success

The Unreported Abnormalities of the ISS and a Surge in Serious Incidents

“Isekai Magic Mirror” Gains Attention with SOD’s Full Cooperation and Otherworldly Characters

Why People Pop Bubble Wrap and Uncovering Eight Mysteries of Puchi Puchi

Why Former Idol Karen Ishida, a Member of a Popular Terrestrial TV Group, Changed Her Mind and Showed Her Nudity

Yu-chami Celebrates Best Birthday at Photo Book Release Event

Ultimate Anti-Aging Secret Revealed Habits to Avoid for Achieving Deep Sleep

Former TV Asahi Announcer Yasuma Matsui Fulfills His Middle-Aged Dream of Living Surrounded by Model Kits After Retirement

Aiming for the gold medal! Super Cool Courage” of Surf Dogs

Gravure Model Shares Insights from “Shuffle Island” Experience

Tickets and merchandise are being resold… Why the eerie “Missing Exhibition” has become a very popular date spot

Urgent Serials] Yu-chami shows off her unexpected skill in marine sports in Miyakojima Island!

Foreigners Swarm Giant Lion Shrine in Osaka as Founder of Famous Company Emerges as Surprising Supporter

Urgent Serials] Yu-Chami is Gorgeous in “Too Cute” Miniskirt and Loose Socks GAL LOOK!

Japan’s Top Race Queen Anyu Hirose Takes on First Solo Gravure Challenge

How Railway Timetables Showcase Efforts to Speed Up and Increase Passenger Numbers

Yu-chami: Exclusive access to the sauna! Yuu Chami is still in the sauna!

Confession from the Mastermind Behind ‘Girls Band Cry’ Addresses Doubts About That Scene and Answers in Episode 13

Skilled Band Girls Challenge Themselves as Voice Actors in Anime ‘Girls Band Cry’

Urgent Serialization] What is the “XXX” that Yu-chami wanted to meet? The scene of an extremely cute photo shoot on Miyakojima Island.

It’s summer, that’s why I want to see it! The Spine-Chilling World of “Spellings” Selected 7 items!

Urgent Serialization] What is the “XXX” that Yu-chami wanted to meet?　The scene of an extremely cute photo shoot on Miyakojima Island.