 Kim Myeong-U

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 The Pyongyang cold noodle restaurant "Solnun" opened in Inage, Chiba City, on March 22 this year. It quickly became a popular restaurant, but the owner's wife, Ms. Moon, had a spectacular experience of leaving North Korea.

The chef who wields his skills at a restaurant with a long line of customers is a &#8220;North Korean chef&#8221;&#8230;! We sneak into an authentic restaurant in Chiba that serves &#8220;super authentic Pyongyang cold noodles&#8221;!

 Takehiko Kohiyama (Mr. Hosaka)

 Recently, the number of elderly people suffering from depression, or "geriatric depression," has been increasing rapidly. Why is this depression more frightening than dementia, and what can be done to prevent it? We asked psychiatrist Takashi Hosaka.

The Growing Risk of Senior Depression and Its Greater Threat Compared to Dementia

 Yasuyoshi Okada

 Tokai On Air" has resumed its activities and started to make waves again. The member of "Tokai On Air," with over 7.05 million subscribers, reveals the "turmoil" in October of last year, when the group of video creators with over 7 million subscribers was on the verge of "breaking up.

Tokai On Air Member Reflects on Disbandment Turmoil, Saying It Might Truly Be the End for 7.05 Million Subscribers

 Miyu Kurusu is a freelance writer. Her main areas of expertise are humanities, social issues, and subcultures, and she is active in interviewing and writing articles for magazines, newspapers, the Internet, and other media. She is the author of numerous books.

 Miyu Kurusu

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 Tamanoi Peromekuri

 Women are becoming more and more active in other fields these days. The world of manga for bishojo (beauty pageant) girls, once the exclusive domain of men, has seen the emergence of female authors. We conducted a direct interview with up-and-coming author Tamanoi Pellomekuri.

The Rise of Young Female Authors in the World of 18-Prohibited Bishojo Manga

 Sankei Shimbun

 Cheaper than cup noodles and easier to arrange! Nissin Foods "Chicken Ramen" & "Ra-oh", Toyo Suisan "Maruchan Shomen", Sanyo Foods "Sapporo Ichiban", Meisei Foods "Menjin

 Bagged noodles, which are cheaper and easier to arrange than cup noodles, are making great strides! Although they are somewhat more inconvenient than cup noodles, why are their sales increasing? And which is the strongest "bagged noodle brand"?

Total War Among Chicken Ramen, Nissin Raoh, Maruchan, Sapporo Ichiban, and Others for the Strongest Instant Noodle Brand

 The music video for a new song by the three-member band "Mrs. Green Apple" (hereinafter referred to as "Mrs. Green Apple") was suspended less than 24 hours after its release. What is the cause of the excessive discriminatory expressions in the new music video and the criticism that has been pouring in on the artists themselves?

Controversy Over Mrs. Band&#8217;s New Video Sparks Concern

 Two Akimoto Yasushi-produced men's groups, "SHOW-WA" and "MATSURI," clash for their major label debut!

 The two groups supervised by Yasushi Akimoto, "SHOW-WA" and "MATSURI," clash to make their major debuts!

Akimoto Yasushi Produces Two Groups in a Serious Showdown for Major Debut

 The dog's owner posted a "miraculous picture" on X, and it has been getting a huge response. The "mellow eyebrows" are just too cute!

 When the owner posted a "miraculous picture" on X, it created a huge buzz! Maro, a Border Collie called "Shimura Dog," has become a topic of conversation among dog lovers because of his resemblance to Ken Shimura's "Bakaten-sama! Apparently, Shimura and Maro have something in common...

Viral Sensation, Aichi&#8217;s Dog Look Alike of Ken Shimura&#8217;s Bakatono-sama

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 Ella Freya, 26, from the Netherlands, is a multi-talented fashion model and YouTuber. She showed off her kimono dress at this year's Cannes Film Festival! We bring you her beauty.

Kimono dress looks too good on her! Model and YouTuber Ella Freyja at the Cannes Film Festival

 Writer and editor. She has done a number of interviews for ramen books and other publications.

 Diceke Takahashi

 The quality of frozen ramen from convenience stores has been surprisingly high. We investigated the frozen ramen products made under the supervision and in collaboration with famous restaurants from various convenience stores. Just by heating them up in a microwave oven, you can enjoy the taste of that famous restaurant...

Iekei, Tenichi, and famous super-spicy restaurants&#8230; A wide range of products supervised by and in collaboration with famous restaurants! Report on Frozen Ramen and Tsukemen from Convenience Stores

Born in 1979. Worked as an editor and writer for town magazines, travel books, and recipe books. Currently, as a web writer, he writes on a wide range of topics from decadence to traditional crafts. He loves to drink despite his weakness, and his life motto is "Sake is best drunk while walking. Another blog 
Shigeru Nekota's food blog "I love quirky restaurants! https://nekotashigeru.site/

 Shigeru Nekota

 Osaka has several heavenly drinking spots such as Tenma and Kyobashi, but recently Nishinari has become a hot spot. It has become a "neo-gourmet town" where foreign visitors to Japan come on tours and where the latest girls come all the way to drink.

The world&#8217;s gourmet town, Tsutenkaku area &#8220;Nishinari&#8221; is now attracting the world&#8217;s attention&#8230; A special gastronomic tour with a local heavyweight!

 An app called "AI Mental Partner" that provides 24-hour mental health care by staying close to the user is said to be very popular. We tried it out for a month to see if it can be there for our lonely reporter in his fifties.

Can It Ease Loneliness? Testing the Popular AI Mental Partner for Men

 Married singles matching apps are gaining popularity among many men and women, but it is said that it is extremely difficult to find a match, especially for men. We asked an "expert" who has researched the apps and tried them all for himself how to get the most out of them.

Conquering Dating Apps for Married Individuals: Seeking Fulfillment Beyond Brothels

 Rena Yoshihara, a member of the comedy unit "Dow90000," which will inevitably make a big breakthrough in 2024, is making her first gravure debut!

 Rena Yoshihara, a member of "Dow 90000," a comedy unit that will inevitably make a big breakthrough in 2024, makes her first gravure debut!

Rena Yoshihara, a beautiful girl from &#8220;Dow 90000,&#8221; a popular commercial comedy unit, makes her first gravure challenge &#8220;I never thought I would be the one&#8221;!

 Representative of Kids Factory. He has edited several ramen books, including "Hideyuki Ishigami Ramen Selection" (Futabasha), "The Industry's Highest Authority TRY Certified Ramen Grand Prize" (Kodansha), "Ramen Saikyou Unchiku Ishigami Hideyuki" (Shinyusha), and "Solanoiro Chihiro Miyazaki's Ramen Theory" (Shibata Shoten). He loves ramen, and his motto is "Be a pervert in your quest for ramen, but a gentleman in your behavior.

 Masataka Sasaki

 The Korean boom... While the drama, music, and other cultural trends are leading the way, Korea's representative noodle culture is also beginning to permeate the country. One of these is the bag-type instant noodle - K-bag noodles. Let us introduce you to the world of "K bag noodles," which offer a wide variety of flavors.

Tasting K Bag Noodles: 9 Mouthwatering Options Reviewed

 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.

 Yutaka Sano

 Sake to Tsumami Editorial Department

 Hoppy is the perfect child of Smadri, low in calories, purine and carbohydrates. You can freely change the flavor of Hoppy by changing the way it is served. Mr. Watanabe, editor-in-chief of "Sake to Tsumami" and a veteran of the famous "Hoppy Marathon" project, introduces the profound world of hoppy drinks.

The editor-in-chief of &#8220;Sake and Tsumami&#8221; verifies!&#8221; Hoppy White &#038; Black &#8220;Best Matching &#038; Most Evil Pair&#8221; &#8211; &#8220;The Perfect Child of Smadli&#8221;!

 On April 30, Square Enix announced that it would post an extraordinary loss of approximately 22.1 billion yen, leading some to wonder if "Dracula Ⅻ" would be cancelled. What will be announced on May 27, "Dracula Day"?

No way! Development cancelled? Fans are dreading &#8220;Dracula Day,&#8221; with Square Enix&#8217;s profits down sharply and an extraordinary loss of 22.1 billion yen.

 Pen name is "Master Ikoma. He is the chief editor of the "Ore no Tabi" series. His motto is to conduct thorough on-the-spot interviews, and he has completely explored all of the entertainment districts in Japan. As a freelance editorial reporter, he continues "Ore no Tabi" through articles in magazines and websites, as well as on his own SNS. He is the co-author of "Fuzoku no Gendai Shi" (A Modern History of Fuzoku) and "Rupo Nihon no Ijikai Chizu" (A Report on Japan's Different Worlds).

 Akira Ikoma

 Among the more than 1,000 soaplands in Japan, there are several that are favored by their fans as "famous soaplands. What are the conditions for a "great bar"? Sex journalist Akira Ikoma explains.

Editor-in-Chief of Ore no Tabi Escort Reveals Conditions of Must-Visit Soapland Establishment

 AFLO Jiji Press

 The three national chains with "ichibu" in their name have three different ways of fighting: the largest number of stores in Japan with "one and only soup," a secret sauce and a "private room counter," and overseas expansion with the hit "soft tonkotsu" (pork bone).

 Which is the best ramen in the "Kottoryu Sangokushi" (the three kingdoms of ramen) of Tenka Ippin, Ichiran, and Ippudo, all of which have "Ichi" in their name? Ichiran, with top annual sales, Ippudo, with the largest number of overseas outlets by far, and Tenka Ippin, with the largest number of outlets in Japan, all three are aiming for the top with their three different strengths!

The Ultimate Bowl: Tenkaippin, Ichiran, and Ippudo in the Rich Ramen Three Kingdoms

 Wakako Tago

 Mayumi Abe

 Railroad fans are becoming more and more segmented, including those who ride trains and those who take pictures of trains. However, a book has appeared that sets itself apart from the various books aimed at railroad fans. The author of "Let's go by Freight Train! is written by medical journalist Shoni Osada. Why this book?

Why People &#8220;Want to Ride Freight Trains&#8221;&#8230; A Surprising Reason Why a Medical Journalist Wrote a Freight Train Accompaniment

 Miyu Kurusu is a freelance writer. Her main areas of expertise include humanities, social issues, and subcultures, and she is active in reporting and writing articles for magazines, newspapers, the Internet, and other media. Author of many books.

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 BEEP Akihabara

 The "return" of the legendary bishojo game "Doukyusei 2," which was popular among core fans in the 1990s, has the world abuzz with excitement. We take a closer look at the profound world of this game, which attracts both old fans and young fans who have only recently become aware of it through the boom in popularity.

Decided to Buy, Now It&#8217;s a Matter of How Many: Fans Erupt as Legendary Beauty Game &#8216;Dōkyūsei 2&#8217; Gets Remake

 Courtesy of Tadao Tsuchiya

 Drivers from all over Japan rushed to a charity event in Takahara Town, Miyazaki Prefecture! From Edo Period Ukiyoe to Anime Characters

 Three hundred "decotras" from all over the country rushed to a charity event held in Takahara Town, Miyazaki Prefecture, to help with the Noto Peninsula earthquake recovery efforts! From ukiyoe paintings of the Edo period to anime characters, there was a lineup of special "decotras. We talk about their passion and commitment to the event.

For the Noto Peninsula Earthquake Reconstruction&#8230;300 Decotrailers in Reiwa Gathered to Show Their Flamboyant and Passionate Attention!

 Miyu Kurusu is a freelance writer. Her main areas of expertise are humanities, social issues, and subcultures, and she is active in reporting and writing articles for magazines, newspapers, the Internet, and other media. She is the author of numerous books.

 Kaz, K.O., "moayo.com" website

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 Akiba-kei information site moeyo.com

 A newcomer has emerged in the plastic model industry, where robots have reigned supreme for many years. It is called "Biplapla. We interviewed enthusiasts about its greatest appeal, "the world of unlimited imagination.

Impressed by the technology to sculpt beautiful girls..! The profound world of &#8220;Biplapla,&#8221; a new genre sweeping the plastic modeling industry in Reiwa.

 Eiichiro Miyata

 Yu Kumaki

 Yuri Kasahara

 Kurumi Komatsu

 A special series of articles on the true faces of the idol group "WHITE SCORPION" produced by Yasushi Akimoto!

 This is a special series of articles on the true faces of the idol group "WHITE SCORPION" produced by Akimoto Yasushi! In the 11th and final installment of this series, AOI makes an appearance.

Culture

The chef who wields his skills at a restaurant with a long line of customers is a “North Korean chef”…! We sneak into an authentic restaurant in Chiba that serves “super authentic Pyongyang cold noodles”!

The Growing Risk of Senior Depression and Its Greater Threat Compared to Dementia

Tokai On Air Member Reflects on Disbandment Turmoil, Saying It Might Truly Be the End for 7.05 Million Subscribers

The Rise of Young Female Authors in the World of 18-Prohibited Bishojo Manga

Total War Among Chicken Ramen, Nissin Raoh, Maruchan, Sapporo Ichiban, and Others for the Strongest Instant Noodle Brand

Controversy Over Mrs. Band’s New Video Sparks Concern

Akimoto Yasushi Produces Two Groups in a Serious Showdown for Major Debut

Viral Sensation, Aichi’s Dog Look Alike of Ken Shimura’s Bakatono-sama

Kimono dress looks too good on her! Model and YouTuber Ella Freyja at the Cannes Film Festival

Iekei, Tenichi, and famous super-spicy restaurants… A wide range of products supervised by and in collaboration with famous restaurants! Report on Frozen Ramen and Tsukemen from Convenience Stores

The world’s gourmet town, Tsutenkaku area “Nishinari” is now attracting the world’s attention… A special gastronomic tour with a local heavyweight!

Can It Ease Loneliness? Testing the Popular AI Mental Partner for Men

Conquering Dating Apps for Married Individuals: Seeking Fulfillment Beyond Brothels

Rena Yoshihara, a beautiful girl from “Dow 90000,” a popular commercial comedy unit, makes her first gravure challenge “I never thought I would be the one”!

Tasting K Bag Noodles: 9 Mouthwatering Options Reviewed

The editor-in-chief of “Sake and Tsumami” verifies!” Hoppy White & Black “Best Matching & Most Evil Pair” – “The Perfect Child of Smadli”!

No way! Development cancelled? Fans are dreading “Dracula Day,” with Square Enix’s profits down sharply and an extraordinary loss of 22.1 billion yen.

Editor-in-Chief of Ore no Tabi Escort Reveals Conditions of Must-Visit Soapland Establishment

The Ultimate Bowl: Tenkaippin, Ichiran, and Ippudo in the Rich Ramen Three Kingdoms

Why People “Want to Ride Freight Trains”… A Surprising Reason Why a Medical Journalist Wrote a Freight Train Accompaniment

Decided to Buy, Now It’s a Matter of How Many: Fans Erupt as Legendary Beauty Game ‘Dōkyūsei 2’ Gets Remake

For the Noto Peninsula Earthquake Reconstruction…300 Decotrailers in Reiwa Gathered to Show Their Flamboyant and Passionate Attention!

Impressed by the technology to sculpt beautiful girls..! The profound world of “Biplapla,” a new genre sweeping the plastic modeling industry in Reiwa.

White Scorpion Serialization: Final Episode – Aoi’s Dream Begins at Last