 Aika Kanda

 No.39] Me, Pink, and Sometimes New York

 Aika Kanda says that "handing out souvenirs" also requires a good sense of how to distribute them. When she visited New York for the New Year's holiday, she was looking for souvenirs for the staff of "Poka Poka" when she found something that "jumped out at her"! I found something that caught my attention! What did she buy that caught the attention of tourists?

Freelance Announcer Aika Kanda Treats 150 People with Exclusive Souvenir Giveaway

 Writer, editor, interviewer. He has been a writer since his student days and currently writes mainly entertainment articles and interviews for websites and magazines.

 Satoru Ota

 Comedians, rock bands, and idols perform on the same stage in so-called "face-off" events. What is the reason for the high affinity between the different genres of performance?

Comedians and Idols Collide: Exploring the Genre-Crossing Face Off with Underground Icons

 Kazuhiko Nakamura (1st), Shuntaro Abe (2nd), Takeo Shibata (3rd), Mayumi Morita (4th), Yusuke Kondo (5th)

 Miki Mizuno, who plays a peculiar lawyer in the drama "The Man Who Wouldn't Get a Divorce," which started on March 20, has been attracting attention for her "bizarre" performance. Mizuno, who has been in demand for her unique supporting roles in recent years, says that one of her roles marked a "turning point" for her.

Miki Mizuno Known for Her Role as a Lawyer in “The Man Who Wouldn’t Divorce”, Surprises as a Superb Actress in Remarkable Rebirth

 Ippei Hara

 The comments made by the presidents of ABC TV and Yomiuri TV, triggered by entertainment reporter Kaoru Shimada's comments about Hitoshi Matsumoto on ABC TV's "News Welcome" on January 12, have come under fire. What is the situation faced by TV stations in Osaka?

Speculating on Hitoshi Matsumoto’s Return: Osaka TV Stations Dare to Make Ambiguous Comments Amid Scandal

 (4th and after) Makoto Kuwata, Toshihiro Nakaikawa, Kojiro Yamada, Junsei Todoroki

 Hitoshi Matsumoto of "Downtown" has suspended his activities due to a sex-abuse report by "Weekly Bunshun". While his future is attracting a lot of attention, this magazine obtained a certain photo. It is none other than Matsumoto with a woman on top of him with an ecstatic expression on her face.

Matsuda Hitoshi&#8217;s Exclusive Wild Drinking Party Photos

 Downtown's Matsumoto Hitoshi has decided to go to trial for the reported sexual scandal, claiming that it had no basis in fact. Yoshimoto Kogyo, the company he belongs to, was thought to be one and the same with him. ......

Yoshimoto Kogyo&#8217;s Controversial Matsumoto Hitoshi Announcement Sparks Backlash

 Shinji Hamasaki

 In their first year, they made it to the finals of "THE W 2023! Their tongue-in-cheek comedy with a yankee-like tsukkomi and a lady-like blabbermouth is addictive!

 Harukaze ni Konnaigu" made it to the finals of "THE W 2023" in their first year of performing. Their tongue-in-cheek comic style, in which a yankee-like comedian and a young lady-like boor weave together, has attracted a number of "addicts"! We take a closer look at the true faces of these two, who create a unique atmosphere!

2024&#8217;s Standout Comedy Duo Exclusive Revelation: Why Harukaze ni Konnaigu Is Set to Dominate Sales This Year

 Sono Aida

 Since the new coronavirus broke out in 2008, the "M-1 Grand Prix" has been won by Tokyo-based comedians such as "Reiwa Roman" for four consecutive years. We are hoping for a comeback from the Osaka comedians, but the situation is not looking good...

Osaka Comedians Drift from M-1 Victory Amidst Comedy Dynamics and TV Stations Circumstances

 Kazuhiko Nakamura (3rd photo)

 NHK executives are looking forward to her as the "post Kuwako and Wakuda" announcer.

 NHK's Anna Nakagawa is beginning to attract attention as a "strong candidate" for NHK's next ace. What is the appeal of Anna Nakagawa, who is expected to follow in the footsteps of the two-top pairing of Maho Kuwako and Mayuko Wakuda?

Unique &#8220;Latin&#8221; Anna Nakagawa Rapidly Ascends as NHK&#8217;s Next Ace

 Yoshito Murata

 Nakajima Kento's stock dropped significantly after his graduation from the group. On the other hand, Ryosuke Yamada's reputation is on the rise because of his comments about the importance of bonding with the members!

Ryosuke Yamada&#8217;s Surging Reputation After Kento Nakajima&#8217;s JUMP Graduation

 Writes articles on entertainment, movies, Hollywood information, etc., including the web magazine "PlusαToday". Member of the Japan Film Pen Club.

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

 Downtown" Hitoshi Matsumoto has filed a suit against Bunshun claiming 550 million yen in damages. The point of contention is the "truthfulness" of the article, but what is the "method" of Bunshun, which has also won in the Johnny's trial? ......

Johnny&#8217;s Lawsuit: Matsumoto Hitoshi vs. Bunshun Trial Insights

 Yusuke Kondo (Kento Nakajima), Yuri Adachi (Fuma Kikuchi)

 The departure of Nakajima Kento from "Sexy Zone" and reports of his infatuation are said to have caused the group's fans to rapidly drift away from the group. On the other hand, fans' expectations for Fuma Kikuchi, saying "Fuma will protect Sexy Zone," are increasing...

Fuma Kikuchi Saves Sexy Zone Amid Nakajima Kento&#8217;s Withdrawal and Romance Reports

 After working as a desk clerk in the culture department of an evening newspaper, an editorial staff member at a publishing company, and a copywriter, Watabe became a freelance entertainment writer. He covers all aspects of the entertainment industry, including movies, theater, acting, and music. He also works undercover as a ghostwriter for celebrity books.

 Watabe Wataru

 Yasuko Sakaguchi

 Downtown's Hitoshi Matsumoto has been hit hard by the "Bunshun cannon" of sexual scandals. He has filed a suit against Bungei Shunju for 550 million yen in damages, but the "facts" that will be revealed in court are not clear. ......

Matsumoto Hitoshi&#8217;s 550 Million Yen Lawsuit Raises Reputation Concerns in Court

 Makoto Kuwata

 TOBE was established by Hideaki Takizawa, former vice president of Johnny's (now of SMILE-UP.), and a number of "ex-Johnny's" have transferred to the company. Their actions have been criticized on social networking sites.

TOBE Talent Exploits Disaster as Takizawa&#8217;s Actions Backfire

 Masao Kurihara

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 Special Interview Back then, "Miracle Girl," "ZUTTO," and "Heart WASH!

 Mariko Nagai, a pioneer of the girl pop boom in the late '80s and '90s, is back in full swing! She has been holding fan tours and appreciation festivals. She is currently on a fan tour and holding an appreciation festival, etc. She looks back on her marriage, moving abroad, and other events that only she can say now.

Heisei J-Pop Diva Mariko Nagai Talks New Album &#8220;Everyday I&#8217;m Having Fun&#8221;

 Akifumi Yoshida (1st and 2nd), Kazuhiko Nakamura (3rd), Sota Shima (4th), Yusuke Kondo (5th), Takahiro Kagawa (6th)

 Late last year, Fuji Television was reported to be producing a theatrical version of "Bayside Shakedown". The truth is that Fuji Television is troubled by the fact that it has been unable to produce a hit film version of a series from the drama series broadcast by its own stations. What is going on?

Fuji TV Struggles to Produce New Popular Dramas

 Takahiro Kagawa Ichiro Takatsuka

 On January 23, Asei Miki, the younger brother of the brother comedy duo "Miki," updated his SNS. He reported that he had gotten married. This magazine had reported on their cohabitation in January 2010. Here is a look back at that time.

Married Life of Asei Miki of “Miki” Comic Duo Plus Photos of their Dates!

 Born in Tokyo in 1946. He has a unique career path from Shochiku's Advertising Department to a reporter for women's magazines to an entertainment reporter. He has appeared on "The Wide" and "Information Live Miyaneya" (both on Nippon Television Network Corporation), and currently appears regularly on "Mentai Wide" (Fukuoka Broadcasting System), "Su Matan" (Yomiuri TV), and Rainbow Town FM.

 Toshio Ishikawa, entertainment reporter

 Toshio Ishikawa, entertainment reporter, "Behind the Scenes" of the entertainment industry: ......

 Toradan Nanbu, the leader of the "Dengeki Network," who was popular overseas for his physical "tricks" that were far from being human, passed away suddenly. Veteran entertainment reporter Toshio Ishikawa, who was a close friend of Toradanobu's, talks about his memories of the event: ......

Torata Nanbu Giving Lesson on Kindness While a Can of Beer is on His Forehead

 Downtown's Hitoshi Matsumoto has filed a civil lawsuit against the media for libel and slander, claiming 550 million yen in damages for a sexual scandal involving him. However, behind the scenes, the comedians are talking ......

Matsumoto Hitoshi&#8217;s Remarkable Consideration for Emiko Uenuma, Mitsuyoshi Uchimura, and Shinsuke Shimada

 Danjuro Ichikawa, Botan, and Shinnosuke appeared in the Hatsuharu Kabuki performance that started on January 6 at the Shinbashi Enbujo Theater. Danjuro appeared in front of fans waiting to see him on the first day and proudly waved to them in thick-soled sandals, while his sister and brother...

Hatsuharu Kabuki Success: Fans Entranced by Botan and Shinnosuke

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 Mei Nagano plays various roles in TV dramas and movies. She has a lot of fans because of her cute looks, but in fact she is also known for her many hobbies, including motorcycles, guitar, drums, and surfing. Her hobbies are a manly gap in her life, but...?

Mei Nagano Appeals to Older Men&#8217;s Taste

 Shu Nishihara (Ozawa)

 The wound continues to widen. Comedians involved in the alleged sexual assault of "Downtown" Hitoshi Matsumoto are beginning to be shunned. FBS Fukuoka Broadcasting System announced that "Koji Imada's Suppin Tour," which was scheduled to be broadcast on February 4, would not be aired due to "programming reasons.

Matsumoto Hitoshi&#8217;s Failure to Protect Junior Comedians

 Yuri Adachi

 KUKI KAIDAN won the King of Conte in 2009. Suzuki Mogura is also known as the representative of the scum comedians, but he is not just a scum. It is no exaggeration to say that he is a gambler with the strongest specs.

Strength of game, physical strength, and high acting ability&#8230; Suzuki Mogura, the representative of scum comedians, is actually the strongest spec gambler.

 Downtown's Hitoshi Matsumoto has announced that he is taking a break from performing. The sponsors have reacted harshly to his announcement by removing the "offer display" on TV, but behind the scenes, the sponsors have been furious.... ......

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Freelance Announcer Aika Kanda Treats 150 People with Exclusive Souvenir Giveaway

Comedians and Idols Collide: Exploring the Genre-Crossing Face Off with Underground Icons

Miki Mizuno Known for Her Role as a Lawyer in “The Man Who Wouldn’t Divorce”, Surprises as a Superb Actress in Remarkable Rebirth

Speculating on Hitoshi Matsumoto’s Return: Osaka TV Stations Dare to Make Ambiguous Comments Amid Scandal

Matsuda Hitoshi’s Exclusive Wild Drinking Party Photos

Yoshimoto Kogyo’s Controversial Matsumoto Hitoshi Announcement Sparks Backlash

2024’s Standout Comedy Duo Exclusive Revelation: Why Harukaze ni Konnaigu Is Set to Dominate Sales This Year

Osaka Comedians Drift from M-1 Victory Amidst Comedy Dynamics and TV Stations Circumstances

Unique “Latin” Anna Nakagawa Rapidly Ascends as NHK’s Next Ace

Ryosuke Yamada’s Surging Reputation After Kento Nakajima’s JUMP Graduation

Johnny’s Lawsuit: Matsumoto Hitoshi vs. Bunshun Trial Insights

Fuma Kikuchi Saves Sexy Zone Amid Nakajima Kento’s Withdrawal and Romance Reports

Matsumoto Hitoshi’s 550 Million Yen Lawsuit Raises Reputation Concerns in Court

TOBE Talent Exploits Disaster as Takizawa’s Actions Backfire

Heisei J-Pop Diva Mariko Nagai Talks New Album “Everyday I’m Having Fun”

Fuji TV Struggles to Produce New Popular Dramas

Married Life of Asei Miki of “Miki” Comic Duo Plus Photos of their Dates!

Torata Nanbu Giving Lesson on Kindness While a Can of Beer is on His Forehead

Matsumoto Hitoshi’s Remarkable Consideration for Emiko Uenuma, Mitsuyoshi Uchimura, and Shinsuke Shimada

Hatsuharu Kabuki Success: Fans Entranced by Botan and Shinnosuke

Mei Nagano Appeals to Older Men’s Taste

Matsumoto Hitoshi’s Failure to Protect Junior Comedians

Strength of game, physical strength, and high acting ability… Suzuki Mogura, the representative of scum comedians, is actually the strongest spec gambler.

Sponsors Displeased with Matsumoto Hitoshi’s Women’s Selection Instructions, Impacting Yoshimoto Comedians’ Associations