 Joined TV Asahi in 1992. After covering the Great Hanshin Earthquake and the Aum Shinrikyo cult as a reporter in the Social Affairs Department, he worked as a director for Super J Channel, Super Morning, and News Station before becoming a producer. He has covered many overseas events, including coverage of China and the Korean Peninsula and the terrorist attacks in the U.S. He also launched the ABEMA service. He also participated in the launch of the ABEMA service. In August 2019, he became independent and is active not only in broadcasting programs but also in various media. He is a part-time lecturer at Edogawa University and an instructor at MX Television Visual Academy. As a member of the Society for Public Communication, he studies local media and has researched and written articles on face-framing panels as his life's work. His recent books include "Dramatically Increase Access and Registrations! Video Production: 52 Professional Tricks" (Nihon Jitsugyo Shuppansha, Ltd.).

 Hiromichi Chinmoku / TV producer and writer

 TV Asahi's "Roppongi Class" is a remake of the Korean drama "Itaewon Class. Although the drama faithfully reproduces the original, the development of the story is rushed, and it has a "clipped movie" feel to it. What is the underlying problem of "length" in Japanese dramas?

The &#8220;Japanese Drama Too Short Problem&#8221; as seen in the clipped animation of &#8220;Roppongi Class

 Freelance editor/writer. Former band member, former broadcaster. Loves all kinds of entertainment. Published "Shimura Ken Theory" (Asahi Shinbun Publishing) in April 2021. Currently updating his personal website, "Immortal Writing Blues. http://s-akira.jp/

 Asahi Suzuki

 Sugizo

 2022 Road to M-1 and KOC: "Kagaya" [Part 1

 In 2019, a "seventh generation boom" of young comedians swept through the comedy world. Sho Kaga and Soya Kaga of Kaga-ya emerged from the midst of this boom. Three years have passed since then, with Kaga not participating in 2020 due to a recuperation period, and last year they suffered a tough loss in the semi-finals.

KAGAYA, the Contriver, Talks about &#8220;Three More Years!&#8221; to Win the KOC Championship The True Meaning of &#8220;Three more years!

 Takero Shigumura

 Hollywood Zakoshisho says, "There is no point in doing what other people are doing. I feel the guys I've mentioned here are determined to do something only they can do. With an unusually serious expression on his face, he talked about his own theory of comedy, saying, "I'm proud.

Hollywood Zakoshisho talks about &#8220;Ichi-Oshi Geisha&#8221; and &#8220;Office Crisis

 Yusuke Kondo

 Kyoko Fukada is in perfect physical condition and is working hard this summer.

 After taking a break last year, Fukada Kyoko returned to filming a drama series for the first time in a year and a half. She was seen working long hours in the intense heat, showing no signs of fatigue, and her public and private life seems to be in good shape.

Fukada Kyoko changes outfits several times&#8230; &#8220;in a tight skirt&#8221; on location.

 Reina Sumi, a freelance announcer, has been attracting a lot of attention for her "purple sleeveless dress" on her Instagram account. She was inundated with comments such as "Wonderful," "Looks great on you," and "Very nice.

Reina Sumi&#8217;s &#8220;too fresh purple sleeveless dress&#8221; delighted fans!

 Ippei Hara

 It's been two and a half years since the news of their separation. Yuko Ogura, a celebrity, has announced her second divorce, this time as a single mother of three children who is also preparing for her own college entrance exams...

Yuko Ogura &#8220;resisted&#8221; divorce for two and a half years after separation in order to maintain her &#8220;mamatare&#8221; image.

 Shogo Murakami

 Confession of the four idol kings who dominated the '80s: 500 CDs at home! Saving the "movie soundtrack" - "attacked" a gravure artist on his way home from school - 8 songs in a row at No. 1 on the Oricon! Nanno's "Masterpiece Workshop" - Father's death and "full orchestra" concert

 Yoko Minamino, an idol who dominated the 80's, is still active in the music industry in Reiwa. In this interview, we learn about her attitude of valuing expression no matter how busy she is, and her feelings toward her late parents, who nurtured her love of music.

Yoko Minamino: &#8220;Actually, I&#8217;m getting into Kodansha before Beat Takeshi.

 Yasuko Funamoto, Kojiro Yamada

 It has been 10 years since Shun Oguri and Yu Yamada announced their marriage in March 2012. The celebrity couple has had their ups and downs, but they seem to be happy at home. FRIDAY caught up with the couple on their "prenuptial drive date.

Celebrating the birth of their fourth child! Shun Oguri and Yu Yamada &#8220;pre-wedding drive date&#8221; photo

 Takayuki Ogawauchi, Shu Nishihara

 He has gained 9 kg since leaving the hospital in May, as witnessed by FRIDAY. He is currently undergoing rehabilitation with his wife and son.

 At an event in Tokyo, Sanyutei Enraku VI showed his energy for the first time in six months. He has recovered faster than expected from the stroke he suffered in January of this year.

Sanyutei Enraku to Return to Takaza in August: &#8220;I&#8217;m not dead yet! Sanyutei Maru in high spirits!

 Witness! Harikomi24 <Yokohama 14:55

 A park in the Minato Mirai district of Yokohama. It was early in the morning, but among the nearly 300 people of all ages, Ayami Nakajo appeared, dressed in a dark blue school uniform. It seemed that it was "TOKYO MER the Movie - Running Emergency Rescue Room .......

Ayami Nakajo in Her Super Cute Uniform for Her Movie!

 Takero Shigumura, Sony Music Artists (2nd photo)

 Special Interview: 25 years since debut and 10 years since winning the King of Conte "What compliance!

 We interviewed the two members of "Baikingu" who marked the 25th anniversary of their debut. They openly talk about the deadly relationship between the duo at the time of their formation, the time when there were whispers of "disparity between the duo," and the current compliance-obsessed industry.

Baikingu&#8221; Kotoge and Nishimura talk about the &#8220;Crisis of TV Variety

 Yuko puts an end to her three-and-a-half-year marriage and concentrates on raising her three children and preparing for entrance exams to Waseda University.

 We are pleased to announce that we divorced on July 27, 2022. Yuko Ogura (38) took to her Instagram on July 27 to announce that she is divorcing on July 27, 2022, and will continue to raise her children and work hard.

Yuko Ogura&#8217;s divorce announcement&#8230; Yuko Ogura&#8217;s &#8220;family photo&#8221; from her &#8220;lovey-dovey&#8221; days.

 Reuters/Afro

 Ai Fukuhara and her ex-husband, Taiwanese table tennis player Chiang Hung-Chieh, are in trouble. They are exchanging criticism over the issue of their child. The situation may develop into a quagmire involving the courts. What is the surprising content of the turmoil involving Japan and Taiwan?

Ai Fukuhara and her ex-husband engage in a &#8220;heated exchange of criticism&#8221; over the &#8220;taking away of their child&#8221; issue.

 Reina Sumi, a freelance announcer, has been attracting a lot of attention for her "purple 'wakimire' sleeveless top" on her Instagram account. The photo has been attracting a lot of attention.

Reina Sumi&#8217;s &#8220;too fresh purple sleeveless top&#8221; delighted fans!

 Born in Tokyo in 1946. He has a unique career path from Shochiku's advertising department to a reporter for a women's magazine 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)

 Entertainment Reporter Toshio Ishikawa's "Behind the Scenes" of the entertainment world: ......"

 Actress Yoko Shimada died of colon cancer. She was an international actress who won a Golden Globe Award in the United States for her beauty and acting ability. However, her personal life was checkered...

Veteran Entertainment Reporter’s View of Yoko Shimada’s Colorful Life as an Actress

 Yuri Adachi

 In late June, Nanako Matsushima (48) finished her work at NHK and was standing on the porch waiting for her car to pick her up. She was wearing a brown shirt, pants, and pumps to match her beige hair color, and she was wearing an accessorizing outfit.

Nanako Matsushima May Appear in a Sequel to “Mita, the Housekeeper&#8221;

 Nobuyuki Koike

 On July 23, TKO's Kimoto left Shochiku Entertainments after an investment scandal dissolved 700 million yen in money he had collected from fellow comedians. A confession by a junior comedian who was actually solicited reveals Kimoto's bloodthirsty efforts to solicit investors.

A Junior Comedian Who Was Invited by TKO Kimoto Reveals His Aggressive Investment Solicitation Tactics

 How did he become "the pin comedian who is expected to make his big break"?

 "It's true that what my wife is doing is a black market business!　She doesn't have an office. I really didn't know about it at all. But, well, if this black-market business is ......, I honestly thought it was a possibility~~~."

Why Is It That Comedian Minamikawa Has Not Been Able To Co-Star With His “Rumored Wife”?

 Born in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, Hiroyuki Sasaki became a reporter for FRIDAY at the age of 31, reporting numerous scoops during his time at FRIDAY and later working mainly for weekly magazines. Currently also appears on TV and radio as a commentator.

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (Entertainment Journalist)

 Yoshikazu "gaasyy-ch" Higashitani, a popular YouTube star, was even elected to the House of Councillors. However, his YouTube channel, which was the source of his popularity, was "banned" and his account was suspended...

Gaasyy-ch Suspended! Higashitani Yoshikazu “Fight Against Google” Begins as a Member of Parliament

 Yoshito Murata

 Drama starring Jun Matsumoto of Arashi attracts attention

 Kento Nagao, a member of "Naniwa Danshi," is currently appearing in the drama "Papa to Musume no 7 Nichijou. We witnessed the location of the filming. Nagao originally joined Johnny's because he admired Toma Ikuta. We have high expectations for his future as an actor to see if he will be as successful as his seniors.

Naniwa Boys’ Kendo Nagao Show Up at a Fast Food Restaurant Before It Opens

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 Actresses Suzu Hirose and Rokka Ihara appeared on stage in yukata at the Fujifilm Instax new product launch event. The two are senior and junior members of the same office, but on this day, Ihara had a surprise for her. Ihara gave Hirose a handwritten portrait of herself on her birthday.

Suzu Hirose Received Rikka Ihara&#8217;s Surprise Gift in Yukata!

 Takayuki Ogawauchi

 Yukina Kinoshita was called the queen of SNS with over 5 million subscribers on her Instagram when she was active in the entertainment industry. However, she had a hard time on YouTube, which she started after becoming independent from her agency, but...

Yukina Kinoshita’s “Confession Series” Drew a Lot of Attention Even Though She Came Under Fire for Publicly Announcing Her ADHD

 Actress Yoko Shimada passed away. She suffered from multiple organ failure due to colon cancer. She was 69 years old. Her private life was uninhibited. FRIDAY caught her and Yuya Uchida on a "secret trip to Hawaii" in March 1988, and looks back on her great footsteps.

Old Photos of Yoko Shimada who Passed Away, an Actress in Love&#8217;s Secret Trip to Hawaii With Yuya Uchida

 FRIDAY Eyewitness! Harikomi24〈Tohiojima 16:25

 On a riverside in Tokyo, actresses Haru and Shoutarou Mamiya were filming a TV drama that will start airing in July. When Haru made a mistake with a line, Mamiya smiled and eased the situation. We look forward to seeing the activities of these two talented and popular actors.

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The “Japanese Drama Too Short Problem” as seen in the clipped animation of “Roppongi Class

KAGAYA, the Contriver, Talks about “Three More Years!” to Win the KOC Championship The True Meaning of “Three more years!

Hollywood Zakoshisho talks about “Ichi-Oshi Geisha” and “Office Crisis

Fukada Kyoko changes outfits several times… “in a tight skirt” on location.

Reina Sumi’s “too fresh purple sleeveless dress” delighted fans!

Yuko Ogura “resisted” divorce for two and a half years after separation in order to maintain her “mamatare” image.

Yoko Minamino: “Actually, I’m getting into Kodansha before Beat Takeshi.

Celebrating the birth of their fourth child! Shun Oguri and Yu Yamada “pre-wedding drive date” photo

Sanyutei Enraku to Return to Takaza in August: “I’m not dead yet! Sanyutei Maru in high spirits!

Ayami Nakajo in Her Super Cute Uniform for Her Movie!

Baikingu” Kotoge and Nishimura talk about the “Crisis of TV Variety

Yuko Ogura’s divorce announcement… Yuko Ogura’s “family photo” from her “lovey-dovey” days.

Ai Fukuhara and her ex-husband engage in a “heated exchange of criticism” over the “taking away of their child” issue.

Reina Sumi’s “too fresh purple sleeveless top” delighted fans!

Veteran Entertainment Reporter’s View of Yoko Shimada’s Colorful Life as an Actress

Nanako Matsushima May Appear in a Sequel to “Mita, the Housekeeper”

A Junior Comedian Who Was Invited by TKO Kimoto Reveals His Aggressive Investment Solicitation Tactics

Why Is It That Comedian Minamikawa Has Not Been Able To Co-Star With His “Rumored Wife”?

Gaasyy-ch Suspended! Higashitani Yoshikazu “Fight Against Google” Begins as a Member of Parliament

Naniwa Boys’ Kendo Nagao Show Up at a Fast Food Restaurant Before It Opens

Suzu Hirose Received Rikka Ihara’s Surprise Gift in Yukata!

Yukina Kinoshita’s “Confession Series” Drew a Lot of Attention Even Though She Came Under Fire for Publicly Announcing Her ADHD

Old Photos of Yoko Shimada who Passed Away, an Actress in Love’s Secret Trip to Hawaii With Yuya Uchida

Actress Haru in a Suit and the Reason for Her Unintentional “I’m Sorry” on the Riverbed