 We asked a group of professionals, including former police detectives and yakuza film critics, to list their top five yakuza-themed films. Here are a few excerpts from the 30 "most dangerous yakuza films" selected by the professionals.

The Most Savage Yakuza Films — Endorsed by Those Who’ve Seen the Real Thing

 We asked a group of professionals, including a former yakuza cop and a yakuza film critic, to list the five best yakuza-themed films in Japanese film history. Here are some excerpts from the 30 "best yakuza films" selected by the professionals.

The Ultimate Yakuza Movie Guide — Timeless Japanese Crime Classics Chosen by the Pros

 Ichiro Takatsuka (1st and 4th photos)

 The multi-talented idol is now in his mid-40s, and has decided to mark 30 years in show business.

 Shingo Murakami of "SUPER EIGHT" has announced his marriage. His partner is a "general woman in her late 20s" whom FRIDAY scooped in July of this year. Let us look back on their "lovey-dovey date in Hokkaido and Okinawa" as seen by this magazine.

SUPER EIGHT’s Shingo Murakami Ties the Knot! Exclusive Look at His Younger Wife and Their Island Honeymoon Vibes

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 The comedy duo "Longcoat Daddy" won the "King of Conte," the largest-ever competition of its kind. The duo reveals the secret story behind their victory.

Congrats to Long Coat Daddy! King of Conte Champs Reveal Why a Negative Partner Works Best

 Mikifumi Sannomiya

 Dai Matsumoto

 The legendary gravure queen who dominated the '90s makes her first appearance on the cover!

 Reiko Katou, the legendary gravure queen who dominated the '90s, makes her first appearance on the cover of FRIDAY! Her first photo book in 27 years is also a hot topic! She reveals her heart to the readers' question, "Why now? She reveals her inner thoughts in response to the readers' question "Why now?

Reiko Kato Reflects on Life’s Next Chapter — Exclusive Cover Girl Interview

 Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1962. He was a member of "Honjamaka" with Toshiaki Megumi, and was a member of "Ganso! Debuya" (TV TOKYO), as well as an actor and voice actor. Currently, he is the Friday MC of "Yoji Goji Days" (TV TOKYO), and is also active on YouTube and Instagram.

 Hidehiko Ishizuka

 Honjamaka" Hidehiko Ishizuka's "Delicious" Days vol.30

 In this installment of "Honjamaka" Hidehiko Ishizuka's ″Mayday-to-Day″ vol. 30, we talk about his favorite restaurant chain. The theme is "Teishoku" (set menus), and he introduces the divine menus of Yayoiken, Hidakaya, and other such restaurants!

Selected &#8220;Delicious&#8221; restaurants and menus! Honjamaka&#8221; Hidehiko Ishizuka&#8217;s Favorite Restaurant Chain &#8220;Teishoku-ya

 Hiroyuki Komatsu, courtesy of his office (2nd and 3rd past 2 photos)

 Junji Takada, 78, talks about the 10th anniversary of "Jun Walk," a show in which he teases the townspeople and makes them laugh.

 Junji Takada (78) talks about the 10th anniversary of "Jun Walk. Failed college entirely, retired from a company without telling anyone, got his break after turning 40... A life of continuous setbacks and the truth about being a Texan. His rehabilitation after surgery for a herniated disc led to the birth of the program...?

The Carefree Life of Junji Takada — “Now I Move So Lightly I Could Almost Fly”

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 Yukie Sakamoto

 Tamiko Sonobe

 Knitwear, Pants/KCY (Tisley) Jewelry/Unoele, One A.R. by Unoele (Unoele △ Japan)

 Miki Sumiyoshi is a former NHK announcer who is now a freelance announcer. She talks about her time as an announcer, which was not smooth sailing, and how "it was working in FM radio that turned my failures into the right answers.

“I Was a Failure” — Miki Sumiyoshi’s Candid Story of Turning Setbacks Into Success

 Former Fuji Television announcer Shinsuke Kasai was hospitalized. He reported on his blog that he could no longer open his right eye. He suspected a recurrence of cancer, but the results of his medical examination showed that he had shingles. However, it is too early to be reassured. Shingles on the face is very dangerous!


A Brush with Blindness: The Shingles Scare That Hit Ex-Fuji TV Star Shinsuke Kasai

 Ukon Shima (Broadcaster, Video Producer)

 NHK's morning TV series "Bakebake" started on September 29. The story is about Setsu, the wife of Koizumi Yakumo (Lafcadio Hearn), a great writer of the Meiji period known for his collection of bizarre literary works, "Kwaidan...

Global Ambitions &#038; High-End Cameras: Akari Takaishi’s Bold Two Moves for Bakabake

 On October 6, Tsubasa Honda (33) took the stage at the launch of the new Longines watch collection. Wearing a jewelry watch and a dress with a bold opening at the bust, the event was full of Honda's charm.

Tsubasa Honda shines in a daring dress at new watch collection launch

 Hiroyuki Omori (VANITES)

 Kazumi Ono

 Hayato Ichihara, 38, made his acting debut in the movie "All about Lily Chou-Chou" and has appeared in many high-profile films, including the dramas "Water Boys 2" and "Rookies". He says that the role was "hard" for him.

Hayato Ichihara on Taking on Tough Roles and His True Calling as an Actor

 Takahiro Chiba

 Interview with Kenichi Endo, actor with a 40-year career and more than 300 films to his credit! His latest film "Miharashi Generation" was selected for the Cannes International Film Festival.

 Kenichi Endo is an actor who plays a wide range of roles, from strong-headed roles to unique characters, and is synonymous with being a "supporting player. Although it seems like smooth sailing now, his career has spanned 40 years. He recalls various conflicts in his career. ......

Kenichi Endo: &#8220;Before I knew it, I lost my resistance.

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (Entertainment Journalist)

 Shinji Hasuo

 Masahiro Nakai has been in the news for being photographed by a women's magazine looking "plump" and healthy. He is said to be highly motivated to make a comeback, but the "harsh reality" that he has been confronted with is ......

Although the lawsuit is likely to be avoided, the &#8220;harsh reality&#8221; shatters Masahiro Nakai&#8217;s &#8220;eagerness to return to work.

 Kumataro Arai

 The TV drama "So, You Make It," which began airing on October 7, has been well received, and the characters of Takeuchi Ryoma and Kaho, who play the lead roles, have attracted a lot of attention, but this magazine found these two in a friendly mood.

Ryoma Takeuchi takes a picture of Kaho from the dark during the filming of a drama series for the October season!　A friendly scene in a park at night between locations.

 Ryo Sakamoto (Former head of the Culture and Society Department of Tokyo Sports Newspaper)

 The Image Direct/Afro

 Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas, the big couple that has divided the nation into "they're dating" and "they're not dating," are finally on the verge of marriage. Tom's out-of-the-ordinary "marriage proposal" behavior has become a hot topic. ......

Tom Cruise Set to Marry Ana de Armas Again — Premarital Agreement Reportedly Ready

 The staff saw it! Behind the Scenes of Weekly TV

 The recent ghost story boom in the entertainment industry has seen a rapid increase in the number of popular YouTube ghost stories being broadcast on terrestrial TV. Budget-free, suitable for distribution, and compliant with regulations...are they the savior of the TV industry, which is struggling to cut production costs?

The Secret Behind the Resurgence of Horror and Spiritual Shows on Japanese TV

 Shuuto Inomata, Daiki Shinozuka, and Masaki Hashimoto joined "timelesz" as a result of the audition program "Taipro. The three new members are expanding their activities, and Shinozuka's high "idol power" is becoming a topic of conversation among fans.

timelesz’s New Star Daiki Shinozuka Shows Off Incredible Idol Skills, Fans Go Wild

 Yuta Kishi of Number_i celebrated his 30th birthday. Fans were also very happy to see him after a long time.

Number_i’s Yuta Kishi Turns 30 — Former King &#038; Prince Members Send Birthday Wishes

 Aika Kanda

 No.97] Me, Pink, and Sometimes New York

 It is the second day of Aika Kanda's trip by car along Route 66 across the United States. In the morning, she had some trouble, but with the help of a kind man, she was able to finish the day without incident. However, after a day of trouble, she had another one, and on the fourth day, after lunch, she was unexpectedly ......

Aika Kanda Joins The Himura Couple’s Route 66 Trip – Caught by the Police Edition

 Richard Keita Kusama, a member of the "Ae! group's Richard Keita Kusama, who was arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure, was released on October 6. There he was, sobbing and apologizing twice to the press. But when I think of what he has lost, ......

Richard Kusama Released — What’s Next for Aぇ! group as Possibility of No Indictment Emerges?

 Shinji Hasuo (4th)

 In late September, Shintaro Morimoto of "SixTONES" visited the stage of "SixTONES" member Daiga Kyomoto. Morimoto is extremely busy, but his love for his friends is well known to all concerned, and now he tells us what he thinks of Richard Keita Kusama. .....

Shintaro Morimoto Attends Taiga Kyomoto’s Stage Play — The Hidden Meaning Behind His Feelings for Bandmate Richard Kusama

 Ichiro Takatsuka

 STARTO ENTERTAINMENT's official legal X account announced that there was a problem with a Japanese visitor at Kento Nakajima's performance in Taipei, Taiwan. Unauthorized entrance has been a problem for some time...

STARTO Cracks Down on Fake Documents Ahead of Kento Nakajima’s Taiwan Show

 Kumataro Arai and Shinji Hasuo (5th)

 On October 5, former TOKIO member Shigeru Jojima appeared at an event held by the National Police Agency. Dressed as a police officer, he called attention to the "fake policeman scam. However, even from the audience's point of view, Jojima was clearly not in good spirits that day. What was the reason?

Entertainment

The Most Savage Yakuza Films — Endorsed by Those Who’ve Seen the Real Thing

The Ultimate Yakuza Movie Guide — Timeless Japanese Crime Classics Chosen by the Pros

SUPER EIGHT’s Shingo Murakami Ties the Knot! Exclusive Look at His Younger Wife and Their Island Honeymoon Vibes

Congrats to Long Coat Daddy! King of Conte Champs Reveal Why a Negative Partner Works Best

Reiko Kato Reflects on Life’s Next Chapter — Exclusive Cover Girl Interview

Selected “Delicious” restaurants and menus! Honjamaka” Hidehiko Ishizuka’s Favorite Restaurant Chain “Teishoku-ya

The Carefree Life of Junji Takada — “Now I Move So Lightly I Could Almost Fly”

“I Was a Failure” — Miki Sumiyoshi’s Candid Story of Turning Setbacks Into Success

A Brush with Blindness: The Shingles Scare That Hit Ex-Fuji TV Star Shinsuke Kasai

Global Ambitions & High-End Cameras: Akari Takaishi’s Bold Two Moves for Bakabake

Tsubasa Honda shines in a daring dress at new watch collection launch

Hayato Ichihara on Taking on Tough Roles and His True Calling as an Actor

Kenichi Endo: “Before I knew it, I lost my resistance.

Although the lawsuit is likely to be avoided, the “harsh reality” shatters Masahiro Nakai’s “eagerness to return to work.

Ryoma Takeuchi takes a picture of Kaho from the dark during the filming of a drama series for the October season!　A friendly scene in a park at night between locations.

Tom Cruise Set to Marry Ana de Armas Again — Premarital Agreement Reportedly Ready

The Secret Behind the Resurgence of Horror and Spiritual Shows on Japanese TV

timelesz’s New Star Daiki Shinozuka Shows Off Incredible Idol Skills, Fans Go Wild

Number_i’s Yuta Kishi Turns 30 — Former King & Prince Members Send Birthday Wishes

Aika Kanda Joins The Himura Couple’s Route 66 Trip – Caught by the Police Edition

Richard Kusama Released — What’s Next for Aぇ! group as Possibility of No Indictment Emerges?

Shintaro Morimoto Attends Taiga Kyomoto’s Stage Play — The Hidden Meaning Behind His Feelings for Bandmate Richard Kusama

STARTO Cracks Down on Fake Documents Ahead of Kento Nakajima’s Taiwan Show

Shigeru Joshima Appears Shocked and Subdued at Event Following Richard Kusama’s Arrest

Entertainment

The Most Savage Yakuza Films — Endorsed by Those Who’ve Seen the Real Thing

The Ultimate Yakuza Movie Guide — Timeless Japanese Crime Classics Chosen by the Pros

SUPER EIGHT’s Shingo Murakami Ties the Knot! Exclusive Look at His Younger Wife and Their Island Honeymoon Vibes

Congrats to Long Coat Daddy! King of Conte Champs Reveal Why a Negative Partner Works Best

Reiko Kato Reflects on Life’s Next Chapter — Exclusive Cover Girl Interview

Selected “Delicious” restaurants and menus! Honjamaka” Hidehiko Ishizuka’s Favorite Restaurant Chain “Teishoku-ya

The Carefree Life of Junji Takada — “Now I Move So Lightly I Could Almost Fly”

“I Was a Failure” — Miki Sumiyoshi’s Candid Story of Turning Setbacks Into Success

A Brush with Blindness: The Shingles Scare That Hit Ex-Fuji TV Star Shinsuke Kasai

Global Ambitions & High-End Cameras: Akari Takaishi’s Bold Two Moves for Bakabake

Tsubasa Honda shines in a daring dress at new watch collection launch

Hayato Ichihara on Taking on Tough Roles and His True Calling as an Actor

Kenichi Endo: “Before I knew it, I lost my resistance.

Although the lawsuit is likely to be avoided, the “harsh reality” shatters Masahiro Nakai’s “eagerness to return to work.

Ryoma Takeuchi takes a picture of Kaho from the dark during the filming of a drama series for the October season! A friendly scene in a park at night between locations.

Tom Cruise Set to Marry Ana de Armas Again — Premarital Agreement Reportedly Ready

The Secret Behind the Resurgence of Horror and Spiritual Shows on Japanese TV

timelesz’s New Star Daiki Shinozuka Shows Off Incredible Idol Skills, Fans Go Wild

Number_i’s Yuta Kishi Turns 30 — Former King & Prince Members Send Birthday Wishes

Aika Kanda Joins The Himura Couple’s Route 66 Trip – Caught by the Police Edition

Richard Kusama Released — What’s Next for Aぇ! group as Possibility of No Indictment Emerges?

Shintaro Morimoto Attends Taiga Kyomoto’s Stage Play — The Hidden Meaning Behind His Feelings for Bandmate Richard Kusama

STARTO Cracks Down on Fake Documents Ahead of Kento Nakajima’s Taiwan Show

Shigeru Joshima Appears Shocked and Subdued at Event Following Richard Kusama’s Arrest

Ryoma Takeuchi takes a picture of Kaho from the dark during the filming of a drama series for the October season!　A friendly scene in a park at night between locations.