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 Akko and Jumbo," which began airing on April 7, is said to be doing well. Viewers say they have been "betrayed in a good way. The show has been well received by the TV industry, and offers for other variety shows have already started coming in.

Akiko Wada&#8217;s &#8220;opinionated&#8221; role has completely disappeared from TV after her &#8220;change of career.

 Yuki Himura of the comedy duo "Bananaman" has announced that he will take a leave of absence for the time being. Some say that the reason behind this is related to the way of working peculiar to the entertainment industry. ......

The &#8220;shell&#8221; symptom seen in Yuki Himura of Bananaman, who &#8220;announced&#8221; he was taking a leave of absence.

 Hitomi Tanaka

 Miku Ogawa

 Sayoko Saki

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 We want to meet, hear, and learn from that top runner [Part 2, Part 1

 Our guest for the second installment is fencing women's sabre player Misaki Emura! We ask the Olympic medalist about how she prepared her mind to see beyond the pinnacle. After the Olympics, she was unable to maintain her motivation and became unstable...she says she is still trying to control it through trial and error.

Anna Nakagawa&#8217;s FRIDAYReport] &#8220;How to build a strong mental attitude&#8221; learned from fencer Misaki Emura

 We want to meet, hear, and learn from this top runner.

 Our guest for the second installment is Misaki Emura, a women's sabre fencing champion. In the second part, we asked her how she deals with herself when she gets nervous or frustrated before a competition, how she thinks about reducing stress in her position of coaching junior athletes and raising team morale, and about the next Olympics.

Nakagawa Anna&#8217;s FRIDAYReport] Fencer Misaki Emura reveals her thoughts on the &#8220;culmination of her career at the next Olympics

 Keisuke Nishi and Shinji Hasuo (Arashi)

 Reports of a love affair have surfaced in Arashi, which is currently on its last tour. The leader of the group, Ono Satoshi, is said to be in love with a woman who was "caught on Friday" 10 years ago. ......

Arashi’s Satoshi Ohno Seen in Considerate Two-Shot with Former Actress Amid Ongoing 10-Year Romance Rumors

 Miho Otobe

 Takehiko Kohiyama

 Rieko Sugimura

 Kyoko Takahashi

 100-minute exclusive long interview, Part 1

 Ruriko Kojima resumed her entertainment activities last October after a two-and-a-half year hiatus. She spoke to this magazine about her complicated feelings behind her great success, which was described as "Kojiri-Muso," her husband's sudden death, and the tea business she is running as a business manager.

Ruriko Kojima Says She Embraces Her True Self in Exclusive Long Interview Despite Feeling She Is Not “Smart Right Now”

 Exclusive 100-minute long interview, Part 2

 Exclusive Long Interview] Ruriko Kojima resumed her performing career last October after a two-and-a-half-year hiatus. What is the reason why Kojima can say that she is "blessed" even after experiencing the turbulence of her husband's sudden death?

Ruriko Kojima Expresses Gratitude and Determination to Meet Supporters’ Expectations in Exclusive Interview

 Kyodo (Hosoki), Kazuhiko Nakamura (Toda)

 The Netflix drama "Jigoku ni Koroshiku You're Falling" is currently the talk of the town. It is a dramatization of the life of the popular fortune teller, Kazuko Hosoki, but what this website learned about her "unexpected true face" that is not depicted in the drama. ......

Ms. Kazuko Hosoki, who is the subject of the drama &#8220;I&#8217;m Going to Hell,&#8221; starring Erika Toda, revealed her &#8220;anti-war thoughts&#8221; to a reporter.

 Yusuke Kondo

 The staff saw it all! Behind the Scenes of Weekly TV

 Due to the "Manga One" sexual assault issue, dramatizations of Shogakukan works have been cancelled one after another. The "Sexy Tanaka-san" incident also affected the TV networks, and they shifted their focus to original scripts, with only two original manga productions in the April season.

Shogakukan MangaONE Controversy Sparks Industry-Wide Shift as TV Embraces Reboot Trend

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 Setoguchi Shingetsu, a member of Nogizaka46, has been appointed as a "Beauty Ambassador" for the fashion magazine ViVi. She says she is a "beauty novice. Here is an exclusive interview with her, in which she talks about her enthusiasm for becoming an ambassador and her beauty dreams.

Nogizaka46’s Mitsuki Setoguchi Named ViVi Beauty Ambassador, Says Beauty Boosts Mind and Body Positivity

 Norifumi Arakida (FRIDAY Digital Entertainment Desk)

 In April, Mei Nagano's relationship with her former manager drew a lot of attention when it was reported that the two were wearing "matching outfits". Yuki Uchida married her own manager ......

Mei Nagano and Former Manager Seen in Matching Outfits, Revealing Behind-the-Scenes Talent-Manager Relationship

 Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1962. He worked with Toshiaki Megumi as a member of "Honjamaka," 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 ″Mayday to Love You″ vol.47

 Hidehiko Ishizuka of "Honjamaka" talks about his experience of "graduation" in his junior high school days. In his junior high school days, he ripped off his second button, and his graduation from a part-time job was more painful than high school or college... What was Ishizuka's graduation experience like?

For new encounters&#8230; &#8220;Honjamaka&#8221; Hidehiko Ishizuka&#8217;s experience of &#8220;graduation

 Kumataro Arai

 Nanoha Hara was spotted in a one-piece dress during the filming of the drama "Runashii" in Minatomirai, Yokohama. In the drama, Hara plays the main character who runs a believer business. Her smile seems to have a "secret" behind it...
The photo was taken at the same time,

Hara Nanoka Filmed in Yokohama Wearing Floral Dress During Suspense Drama Shoot with Subtle Symbolic Smile

 Aika Kanda

 Me, Pink, and Sometimes New York

 I was able to support myself and bought my first CHANEL on my own... Then, the "person in charge," whom I have known for almost 10 years, was transferred to a new store. I decided to take this opportunity to review my relationship with CHANEL.

Freelance Announcer Aika Kanda Opens Up About Accepting a Goodbye This Spring

 Dai Matsumoto

 Afro

 In late March, the idol group "Cutie Street" appeared on a popular Korean music program and performed a Korean version of their hit song "Can't I just be cute? The group performed a Korean version of their hit song "Can't I Just Be Cute? We analyzed the destructive power of "Harajuku Kawaii," which has also been accepted in Korea.

CUTIE STREET’s Harajuku Kawaii Style Gains Major Attention in Korea, Comment Analysis Shows

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

 Former "Angulum" member Ayaka Wada announced her marriage in Taiwan. There, she also shared her thoughts on Japan's marriage system, including separate surnames for married couples and same-sex marriage. ......

Ayaka Wada’s Marriage in Taiwan Highlights Japan’s Debate on Marriage Equality and Surnames

 Sumiyoshi Suma

 The Osaka Shochikuza, a symbol of Dotonbori with a history of over 100 years, is to be demolished. What exactly happened?　A behind-the-scenes report

Osaka Shochikuza Shifts From Continued Use to Full Demolition Plan

 Keisuke Nishi

 The staff saw it! Weekly TV Insider's View

 TBS "Lavit! The show's general director was transferred to a new position, and budget cuts since spring have led to a drastic reduction in location shooting and a focus on studio projects.

Budget Cuts Hit &#8220;Love It!&#8221; as New Production Direction Reduces Location Shoots

 BTS" performed in Japan for the first time in seven years. However, behind this spectacular live performance, the stock price of their agency "HYBE" plummeted by more than 15% on the following day. A cold draft was blowing in the Korean securities industry.

BTS Tokyo Dome Return Draws 110,000 Fans as Related Stocks Drop 15%

 Sota Shima (1st to 3rd photos)

 Keisuke Nishi (4th to 5th photos)

 Ginza (Chuo Ward) in Tokyo is bustling with inbound customers. One spring afternoon, a man with a black paper bag in his hand emerged from a high-end fashion brand store in one of the corners. He is Takahisa Masuda of NEWS.

NEWS’ Takahisa Masuda Spotted Shopping at Luxury Brand Store in Ginza

 Shinji Hasuo

 Former SMAP member Masahiro Nakai, who announced his retirement from show business last January. His renewal of the domain name of his personal website has become a topic of conversation. The reason why he, now an "ordinary person," renewed his "Nombiri Nakai" is ......

Is a Comeback Near? Nakai Masahiro’s Official Site Update Raises Questions

 Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1962. He was a member of "Honjamaka," a comedy duo with Toshiaki Megumi, and was also 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.

 Honjamaka" Hidehiko Ishizuka's ″Mayday by Day″ vol.46 

 In this installment of "Honjamaka" Hidehiko Ishizuka's ″Mayday to Love You″ vol. 46, we talk about Ishizuka's overseas location shoots when TV production costs were richer. Switzerland, Tasmania, Hungary... What was it about these overseas encounters that surprised Ishizuka?

Encountering Rare Animals!　Hidehiko Ishizuka of &#8220;Honjamaka&#8221; was surprised by &#8220;Memories of Overseas Location Filming

 Mochitomo Morita, who plays the role of Kaoru Makimura in "City Hunter 2," was spotted on location filming in mid-March! Morita is sitting in the driver's seat of Saeba's car "Morris Mini Cooper 1275S Mk-I". ......

Nozomi Morita Spotted Filming &#8220;City Hunter 2&#8221; as Kaori Behind the Wheel of Ryo Saeba’s Iconic Car

 Keitaro Haga

 LUCKMAN

 These close sisters from NMB48, who still go back and forth to each other's houses, reveal the behind-the-scenes of their photogravure shoot nine years after their idol days!

 Megumi & Rei Kaminishi, close sisters from NMB48 who still go back and forth to each other's house, have been working together for 9 years since their idol days! They are still going back and forth to each other's house! They talked a lot about their work and private lives.

Entertainment

Akiko Wada’s “opinionated” role has completely disappeared from TV after her “change of career.

The “shell” symptom seen in Yuki Himura of Bananaman, who “announced” he was taking a leave of absence.

Anna Nakagawa’s FRIDAYReport] “How to build a strong mental attitude” learned from fencer Misaki Emura

Nakagawa Anna’s FRIDAYReport] Fencer Misaki Emura reveals her thoughts on the “culmination of her career at the next Olympics

Arashi’s Satoshi Ohno Seen in Considerate Two-Shot with Former Actress Amid Ongoing 10-Year Romance Rumors

Ruriko Kojima Says She Embraces Her True Self in Exclusive Long Interview Despite Feeling She Is Not “Smart Right Now”

Ruriko Kojima Expresses Gratitude and Determination to Meet Supporters’ Expectations in Exclusive Interview

Ms. Kazuko Hosoki, who is the subject of the drama “I’m Going to Hell,” starring Erika Toda, revealed her “anti-war thoughts” to a reporter.

Shogakukan MangaONE Controversy Sparks Industry-Wide Shift as TV Embraces Reboot Trend

Nogizaka46’s Mitsuki Setoguchi Named ViVi Beauty Ambassador, Says Beauty Boosts Mind and Body Positivity

Mei Nagano and Former Manager Seen in Matching Outfits, Revealing Behind-the-Scenes Talent-Manager Relationship

For new encounters… “Honjamaka” Hidehiko Ishizuka’s experience of “graduation

Hara Nanoka Filmed in Yokohama Wearing Floral Dress During Suspense Drama Shoot with Subtle Symbolic Smile

Freelance Announcer Aika Kanda Opens Up About Accepting a Goodbye This Spring

CUTIE STREET’s Harajuku Kawaii Style Gains Major Attention in Korea, Comment Analysis Shows

Ayaka Wada’s Marriage in Taiwan Highlights Japan’s Debate on Marriage Equality and Surnames

Osaka Shochikuza Shifts From Continued Use to Full Demolition Plan

Budget Cuts Hit “Love It!” as New Production Direction Reduces Location Shoots

BTS Tokyo Dome Return Draws 110,000 Fans as Related Stocks Drop 15%

NEWS’ Takahisa Masuda Spotted Shopping at Luxury Brand Store in Ginza

Is a Comeback Near? Nakai Masahiro’s Official Site Update Raises Questions

Encountering Rare Animals!　Hidehiko Ishizuka of “Honjamaka” was surprised by “Memories of Overseas Location Filming

Nozomi Morita Spotted Filming “City Hunter 2” as Kaori Behind the Wheel of Ryo Saeba’s Iconic Car

First Co-Appearance in 9 Years Since NMB48! Kei Jonishi & Rei — This Week’s Cover Girls Reveal What’s on Their Minds

Entertainment

Akiko Wada’s “opinionated” role has completely disappeared from TV after her “change of career.

The “shell” symptom seen in Yuki Himura of Bananaman, who “announced” he was taking a leave of absence.

Anna Nakagawa’s FRIDAYReport] “How to build a strong mental attitude” learned from fencer Misaki Emura

Nakagawa Anna’s FRIDAYReport] Fencer Misaki Emura reveals her thoughts on the “culmination of her career at the next Olympics

Arashi’s Satoshi Ohno Seen in Considerate Two-Shot with Former Actress Amid Ongoing 10-Year Romance Rumors

Ruriko Kojima Says She Embraces Her True Self in Exclusive Long Interview Despite Feeling She Is Not “Smart Right Now”

Ruriko Kojima Expresses Gratitude and Determination to Meet Supporters’ Expectations in Exclusive Interview

Ms. Kazuko Hosoki, who is the subject of the drama “I’m Going to Hell,” starring Erika Toda, revealed her “anti-war thoughts” to a reporter.

Shogakukan MangaONE Controversy Sparks Industry-Wide Shift as TV Embraces Reboot Trend

Nogizaka46’s Mitsuki Setoguchi Named ViVi Beauty Ambassador, Says Beauty Boosts Mind and Body Positivity

Mei Nagano and Former Manager Seen in Matching Outfits, Revealing Behind-the-Scenes Talent-Manager Relationship

For new encounters… “Honjamaka” Hidehiko Ishizuka’s experience of “graduation

Hara Nanoka Filmed in Yokohama Wearing Floral Dress During Suspense Drama Shoot with Subtle Symbolic Smile

Freelance Announcer Aika Kanda Opens Up About Accepting a Goodbye This Spring

CUTIE STREET’s Harajuku Kawaii Style Gains Major Attention in Korea, Comment Analysis Shows

Ayaka Wada’s Marriage in Taiwan Highlights Japan’s Debate on Marriage Equality and Surnames

Osaka Shochikuza Shifts From Continued Use to Full Demolition Plan

Budget Cuts Hit “Love It!” as New Production Direction Reduces Location Shoots

BTS Tokyo Dome Return Draws 110,000 Fans as Related Stocks Drop 15%

NEWS’ Takahisa Masuda Spotted Shopping at Luxury Brand Store in Ginza

Is a Comeback Near? Nakai Masahiro’s Official Site Update Raises Questions

Encountering Rare Animals! Hidehiko Ishizuka of “Honjamaka” was surprised by “Memories of Overseas Location Filming

Nozomi Morita Spotted Filming “City Hunter 2” as Kaori Behind the Wheel of Ryo Saeba’s Iconic Car

First Co-Appearance in 9 Years Since NMB48! Kei Jonishi & Rei — This Week’s Cover Girls Reveal What’s on Their Minds

Encountering Rare Animals!　Hidehiko Ishizuka of “Honjamaka” was surprised by “Memories of Overseas Location Filming