 Takahiro Kagawa

 A wide view of the entertainment world in early summer

 Anochan boasts great popularity as a fashion leader of the subculture. Here are some pictures of her in her stylish casual clothes! Wearing a jersey set-up that would make even the pros swoon, Anochan is headed to...?

Pro-Approved Jersey Styling: Discover Ano-chan&#8217;s Chic Post-Work Casual Look!

 Born in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. At the age of 31, he became a reporter for FRIDAY and has reported numerous scoops. Since then, he has continued to work mainly for weekly magazines. Currently he also appears on TV and radio as a commentator<br />.<br />


 Hiroyuki Sasaki (Entertainment Journalist)

 Sota Shima

 Issei Takahashi and Marie Iide got married with a 17-year age difference after co-starring in a TV drama series. The big couple's goal should have been a big hit, but reports of a love affair also broke out two years ago. ......

Issei Takahashi and Marie Iitoyo’s Marriage Didn&#8217;t Cause a Stir Amid the Public&#8217;s Growing Indifference to Celebrity Weddings

 Yoshio Tsunoda/Afro

 Yoshimasa Iwahashi of "Plus Minus" broke up the duo and left Yoshimoto Kogyo. His partner, Takashi Kanemitsu, has been receiving sympathy from many comedians and has been making more TV appearances.

Former Plus-Minus Member Iwahashi&#8217;s Program Exposure Post Angers Staff with the Deletion Ordeal

 Yusuke Kondo Shu Nishihara

 Oscar's ace, starring in more than 10 commercials, starring in 4 consecutive dramas and a heroine, and set to star in a summer drama as well. Was she working too hard after all?

 Fuka Koshiba has starred in and been the heroine of four consecutive TV dramas and has appeared in commercials for more than 10 companies. She is Oscar's ace and the top earner, but there are reports that she will be leaving the agency by the end of the year. Was she working too hard after all...

Fuka Koshiba journey from Four Seasons of Drama to Agency Independence by Year&#8217;s End

 Kumataro Arai

 A fresh start before summer!　Despite the continued troubles with her agency's closure and the cancellation of a drama production, Riho Yoshioka was all smiles at the event.

 Riho Yoshioka has had a string of mishaps, including the cancellation of a drama series she was scheduled to star in for the April season, and the closure of her agency, A Team, from entertainment activities. With her new agency, will she be able to achieve her long-cherished dream of becoming an actress in the morning drama series?

Cancelled Drama Offers Potential for Riho Yoshioka Leading Role Career

 Toshihiro NAKAIGAWA

 Mariko Tsutsui is a well-known and versatile actress who has played the role of a baroness in the morning drama "Tora ni Tsubasa" (Wings to the Tiger), a snack bar madam in "Miss Target," and in other recent dramas. This magazine interviewed her 30 years ago when she made her first film appearance and played the leading role for the first time.

Mariko Tsutsui&#8217;s role as the madam in &#8220;Wings to the Tiger&#8221; is a topic of conversation&#8230; Mariko Tsutsui reveals her &#8220;theory on actors&#8221; in her first starring role in a film in which she is nude in a pregnant woman&#8217;s nude pose.

 Kojiro Yamada

 Shohei Otani, Yuzuru Hanyu, and Mao Asada are super athletes who are the talk of the town. However, in the TV industry, it is considered taboo to "tease" them on variety shows. ......

You can&#8217;t touch them! Even Akashiya Sanma can&#8217;t help it&#8230;Yuzuru Hanyu, Mao Asada, and Shohei Otani: &#8220;Why I can&#8217;t tease them&#8221;.

 Diesuke Takahashi

 We look back at the life of Miyazaki Yoshiko, whose natural acting and gentle appearance have made her useful not only as an actress but also in variety shows.

The voluptuous body peeking out from a bikini has made her a star&#8230; The MILF bikini she showed at the age of 61 is also a hot topic! The Life of Japan&#8217;s Mother, Yoshiko Miyazaki

 Eita Nagayama held a solo exhibition during the Golden Week holidays. Eita visited the venue on the first day and shook hands with fans and took photos with them. Although it may seem difficult to get a good impression of Eita, the "photographer" Eita was very friendly.

Photographer Eita Nagayama&#8217;s private exhibition, which was attended by his wife Kaela Kimura, was a great success.

 EXIT Rintaro Two years ago, he bought a car for 10 million yen, the same type of car that Kim Taku drove in his commercials. He was also spotted riding in a Mercedes Benz SUV!

&#8220;EXIT&#8221; Rintaro&#8217;s Lavish Lifestyle with a 200 Million Yen Tower Mansion and Luxury SUV

 Shinji Hasuo

 Matsumoto Jun's announcement of his independence has caused quite a stir. There is a strong possibility that more members will become independent from "Arashi" in the future. In addition, it is believed that "Arashi" may ask for "certain conditions" from their offices. What are the surprising contents? ......

Matsumoto Jun&#8217;s Decision Sparks Independence Dominoes: Next Members and Arashi&#8217;s Absolute Conditions

 The national idol group "SMAP" broke up in 2004. Johnny's has virtually disbanded, and rumors of a reunion are spreading... ......

Shingo Katori and Tsuyoshi Kusanagi Share Candid Talk on &#8216;SMAP Reunion&#8217; Reality

 Makoto Kuwata (1st~4th), Yusuke Kondo (5th), Shinji Sakamoto (6th)

 In this issue of Playback, we take a look back at what we reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. Their relationship was not an urban legend.

Playback 2014: Mao Inoue&#8217;s Midnight Adventure and Yakiniku Date with Jun Matsumoto

 Aika Kanda

 No.52] Me, Pink, and Sometimes New York

 Aika Kanda formed the group "Alcoholics" with a man and a woman when she was in college. When she heads to the leader's home party, where they meet for the first time in a long time... she meets an unexpected pet! And the battle has begun. ......

Freelance Announcer Aika Kanda, &#8220;New Alcoholic Girl”

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 A year has passed since the double adultery scandal. Ryoko Hirosue says that she and her partner, Chef Toba, are dating well. She is divorced from her husband and independent from her agency, but she is still receiving offers to be an actress. ......

Ryoko Hirosue Prepares for Acting Comeback Amid Offers, Facing Major Issues Besides Affair

 Takeno Yui

 The conversation among program production people at TBS, Fuji Television, and even NTV is that they are avoiding the use of former Johnny's talent in their variety shows....

Why TV Stations Are Phasing Out Old Johnny&#8217;s and Exploring Other Talents

 Ippei Hara, Kenji Sugawara, Makoto Kuwata

 The fact that Haraiichi Iwai made fun of actor Kayo Noro's body shape on X has caused a stir. Although Noro herself showed no sign of concern, industry insiders complained that the "stabbing" and "appearance teasing" should stop...

Hairaichi&#8217;s Remarks Spark Uproar on Social Media Over Kayo Noro&#8217;s Physique

 Takahiro Kagawa (1st photo) Takayuki Ogawauchi Sankei Shimbun (4th photo)

 A shocking scoop! The "nobleman of the classical music world," a well-known figure in variety shows, is suspected of "adultery!

 Nobuya Kiyotsuka, the "noble prince of the classical music world," is suspected of having an affair! After coming out of a beautiful woman's apartment, the two enjoyed a date at Azabudai Hills, and then went back to the beautiful woman's apartment, being careful of their surroundings. When we interviewed him about the allegations of infidelity, he told us: ......

Nobuya Kiyotsuka&#8217;s Unconventional Date Night Adventure from Azabudai Hills to an Unexpected Destination

 Takayuki Ogawauchi

 Ryoko Hirosue resumes her entertainment career, but behind it all is her boyfriend, who is still her emotional support. ...... It's been a year since the double adultery scandal, and instead of a breakup, the relationship between the two has deepened even further.

 One year after the double adultery affair that caused a great deal of public uproar, actress Ryoko Hirosue and chef Shusaku Toba were seen enjoying a "date" alone together at a soba noodle restaurant. As Hirosue resumes her show business activities, it seems that their relationship has not broken up, but rather deepened...

Ryoko Hirosue and Chef Shusaku Toba&#8217;s Cozy Soba Date in Saitama

 FRIDAY reporter also tasted it!

 Animal researcher Punk Machida opened the ramen restaurant "Ramen Gorji" in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture, this April! A FRIDAY reporter tasted the "Gorji Ramen," which is limited to 50 servings a day! The pork ramen made by a man who knows all about animals tastes...

Limited to 50 Servings: Punk Machida&#8217;s Ramen Shop Unveils Tonkotsu Obsession

 Writer, editor, interviewer. He started his writing career as a student, and currently writes mainly entertainment articles and interviews for websites and magazines.

 Satoru Ota

 Keiichi Wagatsuma

 Kusanagi Tsuyoshi plays a Go master and a ronin with a burning desire for revenge in his latest starring role, "Goban Zanri". Directed by Kazuya Shiraishi. This is his first period drama. We caught up with director Kazuya Shiraishi to learn more about the tension of the battle depicted with Go and the sword.

Director Kazuya Shiraishi&#8217;s Journey into Historical Dramas and the Prideful Aesthetic

 Ippei Hara

 I spotted Pierre Taki in an office district in Tokyo. Pierre Taki has been making his presence felt in distributed dramas and movies, but he has yet to make a terrestrial comeback. However, he says he is not in a hurry with the current situation. Behind this, he has "feelings for his fans.

Pierre Taki on Terrestrial TV Return &#8211; Still Hopeless but Patient for a Profound Reason

 He currently writes articles on entertainment, movies, and Hollywood information for the web magazine "PlusαToday" and other publications. Member of the Japan Film Pen Club<br />.<br />


 Ryo Sakamoto (Writer, former head of the Culture and Society Department of Tokyo Sports Newspaper)

 Hollywood, which has seen a boom in "true crime" dramas such as "Oppenheimer," has turned its attention to the "illegal gambling case" involving Ippei Mizuhara, a defendant. The case involves Shohei Otani, a world-famous star. ......

Freedom of Expression vs. Privacy: The Yukio Mishima After the Banquet Trial

 Shinji Hasuo (1st), Sota Shima (2nd), Yusuke Kondo (3rd), Junichi Matsumura (4th)

 On May 16, Matsumoto Jun of "Arashi" announced his independence. He is expected to produce a sequel to his popular drama "99.9," which has also been made into a movie. However, there are two hurdles to overcome in order to make it happen.

Entertainment

Pro-Approved Jersey Styling: Discover Ano-chan’s Chic Post-Work Casual Look!

Issei Takahashi and Marie Iitoyo’s Marriage Didn’t Cause a Stir Amid the Public’s Growing Indifference to Celebrity Weddings

Former Plus-Minus Member Iwahashi’s Program Exposure Post Angers Staff with the Deletion Ordeal

Fuka Koshiba journey from Four Seasons of Drama to Agency Independence by Year’s End

Cancelled Drama Offers Potential for Riho Yoshioka Leading Role Career

Mariko Tsutsui’s role as the madam in “Wings to the Tiger” is a topic of conversation… Mariko Tsutsui reveals her “theory on actors” in her first starring role in a film in which she is nude in a pregnant woman’s nude pose.

You can’t touch them! Even Akashiya Sanma can’t help it…Yuzuru Hanyu, Mao Asada, and Shohei Otani: “Why I can’t tease them”.

The voluptuous body peeking out from a bikini has made her a star… The MILF bikini she showed at the age of 61 is also a hot topic! The Life of Japan’s Mother, Yoshiko Miyazaki

Photographer Eita Nagayama’s private exhibition, which was attended by his wife Kaela Kimura, was a great success.

“EXIT” Rintaro’s Lavish Lifestyle with a 200 Million Yen Tower Mansion and Luxury SUV

Matsumoto Jun’s Decision Sparks Independence Dominoes: Next Members and Arashi’s Absolute Conditions

Shingo Katori and Tsuyoshi Kusanagi Share Candid Talk on ‘SMAP Reunion’ Reality

Playback 2014: Mao Inoue’s Midnight Adventure and Yakiniku Date with Jun Matsumoto

Freelance Announcer Aika Kanda, “New Alcoholic Girl”

Ryoko Hirosue Prepares for Acting Comeback Amid Offers, Facing Major Issues Besides Affair

Why TV Stations Are Phasing Out Old Johnny’s and Exploring Other Talents

Hairaichi’s Remarks Spark Uproar on Social Media Over Kayo Noro’s Physique

Nobuya Kiyotsuka’s Unconventional Date Night Adventure from Azabudai Hills to an Unexpected Destination

Ryoko Hirosue and Chef Shusaku Toba’s Cozy Soba Date in Saitama

Limited to 50 Servings: Punk Machida’s Ramen Shop Unveils Tonkotsu Obsession

Director Kazuya Shiraishi’s Journey into Historical Dramas and the Prideful Aesthetic

Pierre Taki on Terrestrial TV Return – Still Hopeless but Patient for a Profound Reason

Freedom of Expression vs. Privacy: The Yukio Mishima After the Banquet Trial

Two Hurdles Blocking the Sequel to Jun Matsumoto’s Popular Drama 99.9