 Shinji Hasuo

 Due to numerous compliance violations, Taichi Kokubun announced his suspension from show business activities. Meanwhile, leader Shigeru Johjima and member Masahiro Matsuoka announced the dissolution of TOKIO. ......


After TOKIO’s Disbandment: Why Taichi Kokubun May Have Lost His Comeback Chance While Hiroshi Ikushima Didn’t

 Takahiro Kagawa, Ichiro Takatsuka

 On June 25, model and actor Rika Izumi and Japan's national soccer team defender Shogo Taniguchi announced their marriage. This magazine reported their love affair twice, in '17 and '20. At that time, we directly interviewed Taniguchi. What he had to say can be found at .......

Rika Izumi &#038; Shogo Taniguchi Tie the Knot After 10 Years of Love — Inside Their Semi-Cohabiting Relationship

 Part 1: TV people and experts select the best eleven!

 In fact, the lineup of key station's "signature female announcers" has not changed for nearly a decade, and the development of new talent is a pressing issue in the world of female announcers, where a shortage of young talent is a growing concern. Here we introduce some of the best talents in their third year of employment or younger, who can overcome this predicament.

Who’s the Next Icon? The Search for TV’s Newest Female Announcer Star

 The TV industry's new heroines are the ones who will save TV stations from the upheaval!

 In fact, the lineup of key stations' "signature female announcers" has not changed for nearly a decade, and the development of new talent is a pressing issue in the world of female announcers, where a shortage of young talent is a growing concern. Here we introduce some of the best talents in their third year of employment or younger, who can overcome this predicament.

Can These New Heroines Save TV? Rising Female Announcers Earning Industry Buzz

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (entertainment journalist)

 Shinji Hasuo (Mr. Nakai), Kazuhiko Nakamura (President Shimizu)

 The general shareholders meeting of Fuji Television's parent company, Fuji Media Holdings, held on June 25, attracted a lot of attention. The "lawsuit" against Masahiro Nakai, the man who started the whole mess, was one of the topics that came up. ......

Fuji TV’s Bold Move? Expert Weighs In on Nakai Lawsuit Stirring Shareholder Meeting

 Kazuhiko NAKAMURA

 Jun Fukuda, the president of STARTO, is planning to step down from his position at the end of June. Under such circumstances, Takuya Kimura's name has been mentioned as a candidate for the new president. However, the names of Noriyuki Higashiyama and Yoshihiko Inohara have not been mentioned. What is the reason for this?

STARTO President Race: Kimutaku’s Chances and Where Higashiyama &#038; Inohara Stand

 Kenji Sugawara

 It was a little after 1:30 p.m. in late May, and standing in front of a building in Chiba Prefecture was Sho Sakurai of "Arashi" fame. His body was wrapped in chains and his face was covered with numerous scars drawn with special makeup. It appears to be a location shooting for the July drama "Broadcasting Station Occupation," but...

Sho Sakurai Faces the Ultimate Test as an Actor Ahead of Arashi’s Final Tour

 PHOTO: Kojiro Yamada (2nd)

 What will happen to the group in the future?

 Taichi Kokubun was accused of non-compliance in "The! DASH! DASH!" due to compliance violations, and that he would suspend his activities indefinitely. He had been known as a highly likable personality, but a source reveals that he had a "secret face" on the spot.

TOKIO’s Taichi Kokubun Exposed for Harassment — A Difficult Road Lies Ahead

 Takahiro Kagawa

 The staff saw it! Behind the Scenes of Weekly TV

 Since the former Johnny's was warned by the Fair Trade Commission, an increasing number of talents have been going independent, but recently there has been a "return" to the big firms. However, recently there has been a "return" to major firms. Those in the know say that both the talents themselves and their employers feel safer with a major firm.

Independent Talents Losing Ground as More Return to Major Agencies Amid Industry Shift

 The NTV president's press conference announcing Taichi Kokubun's resignation from "Tetsuwan Dash" was held without mentioning the details of the compliance violation. However, when we went to interview him, we found surprising details of the harassment. ......

Industry Resentment Toward TOKIO’s Taichi Kokubun Over Discriminatory Behavior

 Kumataro Arai

 In late May, a drama was being filmed on location in the Minowa shopping district in downtown Tokyo for the July drama "Ryugi for Evening Drinks 4: Summer Edition. She was in a good mood the whole time. What was the reason?

Chiaki Kuriyama Spotted Shopping in Tokyo Smiling During “Banshaku no Ryūgi” Filming

 Riisa Naka is walking in Shin-Osaka station wearing a flashy "American Comic" style T-shirt. Naka appeared at an event for the fashion brand "PRADA" on that day. She wowed the audience with her simple fashion.

Risa Nakamura Spotted at Shin-Osaka Station in Flashy American Comic T-Shirt

 Takehiko Kohiyama

 Special interview with "Actor

 Actress Asaka Seto, who made a full-fledged return to acting after a seven-year absence with the drama series "Ensemble," which aired in January of this year, also made her first film appearance in ten years.

Asaka Seto Returns to Acting: &#8216;It’s Been a While, I Was Nervous but My Body Remembered

 In mid-June, a location shooting for the July drama "We Still Don't Know the School Rules of That Star" was taking place in a certain shopping district in Yokohama City. Mayu Hotta took on the role of a teacher for the first time on the 10th anniversary of her debut. What kind of performance will she give?

Mayu Hotta Takes on First Teacher Role in 10th Anniversary Drama – Filming Spotted!

 Takayuki Ogawauchi Takahiro Kagawa

 On his YouTube channel, Kuruma Takahiwa of "Reiwa Roman," who had refrained from performing after admitting his involvement in online casino gambling in February, announced that he had left Yoshimoto for the first time in history and would be returning to the company. What kind of true face did Kuruma show after his return?

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 Norifumi Arakida (FRIDAY Digital Entertainment Desk)

 Yasuko Sakaguchi

 Taichi Kokubun of "TOKIO" announced the suspension of his entertainment activities due to a compliance violation. The president of Nippon Television Network Corporation (NTV), who announced his withdrawal from "Tetsuwan Dash," gave a "zero-answer" press conference, but what he asked of Kokubu at the press conference was: ......

Taichi Kokubun Demands Accountability at Nippon TV’s “Zero-Answer” Apology Press Conference

 Shinji Hasuo (Nakai 1st), Kazuhiko Nakamura (Minato, Nakai 2nd)

 Fuji TV's problems started due to Masahiro Nakai's troubles with women. Fuji TV announced its intention to file a lawsuit against former president Koichi Minato and former senior managing director Ryo Ohta. What is the "relationship" with Mr. Nakai behind it? ......

Masahiro Nakai Considers Legal Action Against Former President Minato and Director Ohta

 Keisuke Nishi

 Tennis player Kei Nishikori has admitted to the reports of his alleged affair with a model and has issued an apology. The "affair" has become a hot topic of conversation, but despite the fact that Nishikori himself has admitted to the affair, the media, including television and sports newspapers, have not been able to handle the story...

The Real Reason Media Won’t Touch Kei Nishikori’s Affair Scandal

 In mid-June, we spotted Nagisa Sekimizu, an actress who is currently in the spotlight, on Miyuki Street in Ginza. On that day, she participated in the opening event of "Emporio Armani Ginza Store". Her "feminine" fashion caught the eyes of passersby.

Nagisa Sekimizu Shows Off Feminine Style in Soft, Airy Fashion at Ginza Event

 On the 20th, NTV announced that "TOKIO's" Taichi Kokubun would be leaving "Tetsuwan Dash. At about the same time, an indefinite suspension of his entertainment activities was announced, and many viewers must be wondering, "What the hell happened? Many viewers must be wondering, "What happened?" ......

The &#8220;heart&#8221; of &#8220;TOKIO&#8217;s&#8221; Taichi Kokubun&#8217;s compliance violation: The &#8220;secret face&#8221; revealed by the production staff.

 Walking around Shin-Osaka Station in full black fashion was Shingo Murakami of "SUPER EIGHT. A week later, it was announced that Murakami had been appointed director of an agricultural venture company. He is expected to be active on two fronts in the future.

Shingo Murakami of &#8220;SUPER EIGHT&#8221;, who became a director of an agricultural venture, was found looking good at Shin-Osaka Station!

 Shu Nishihara, Tetsuko Takemoto, Ippei Hara, and Yuri Adachi (4th to 8th photos),

 Eiji Kotoge of "Baikingu" announced his marriage on the official website of his agency. We will play back the image of the man who may never be seen again.

He said he had no desire to get married, but&#8230;! Eiji Kotoge of &#8220;Baikingu&#8221; shows his &#8220;one man&#8221; life.

 Aika Kanda

 Me, Pink, and Sometimes New York

 On May 29, Aika Kanda celebrated her birthday again this year. While she was excited to receive many presents from the staff and co-stars of Fuji Television's "Poka Poka," she realized something important. And what are the goals she has set for this year?

Freelance Announcer Aika Kanda: &#8220;This Year&#8217;s Birthday Present Was Amazing!

 Yusuke Kondo

 The drama "Caster" reached its final episode on June 15. The "mysterious character" played by Takuto Teranishi of "timelesz" is said to be a "foreshadowing" for a sequel to the drama, but what is of interest is the fact that Meika Nagano, who is suspected of having an affair with a woman, has been accused of having an affair with a man. ...

A sequel to Sunday Theater&#8217;s &#8220;Caster&#8221; is already in the works&#8230; &#8220;Certain moves&#8221; are being made toward Mei Nagano&#8217;s &#8220;continuation&#8221; in the series, which is still in the works.

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Can These New Heroines Save TV? Rising Female Announcers Earning Industry Buzz

Fuji TV’s Bold Move? Expert Weighs In on Nakai Lawsuit Stirring Shareholder Meeting

STARTO President Race: Kimutaku’s Chances and Where Higashiyama & Inohara Stand

Sho Sakurai Faces the Ultimate Test as an Actor Ahead of Arashi’s Final Tour

TOKIO’s Taichi Kokubun Exposed for Harassment — A Difficult Road Lies Ahead

Independent Talents Losing Ground as More Return to Major Agencies Amid Industry Shift

Industry Resentment Toward TOKIO’s Taichi Kokubun Over Discriminatory Behavior

Chiaki Kuriyama Spotted Shopping in Tokyo Smiling During “Banshaku no Ryūgi” Filming

Risa Nakamura Spotted at Shin-Osaka Station in Flashy American Comic T-Shirt

Asaka Seto Returns to Acting: ‘It’s Been a While, I Was Nervous but My Body Remembered

Mayu Hotta Takes on First Teacher Role in 10th Anniversary Drama – Filming Spotted!

[Exclusive] Ruma Takahira’s Full-Throttle Night Out at Japan’s Top Italian Hotspot!

Taichi Kokubun Demands Accountability at Nippon TV’s “Zero-Answer” Apology Press Conference

Masahiro Nakai Considers Legal Action Against Former President Minato and Director Ohta

The Real Reason Media Won’t Touch Kei Nishikori’s Affair Scandal

Nagisa Sekimizu Shows Off Feminine Style in Soft, Airy Fashion at Ginza Event

The “heart” of “TOKIO’s” Taichi Kokubun’s compliance violation: The “secret face” revealed by the production staff.

Shingo Murakami of “SUPER EIGHT”, who became a director of an agricultural venture, was found looking good at Shin-Osaka Station!

He said he had no desire to get married, but…! Eiji Kotoge of “Baikingu” shows his “one man” life.

Freelance Announcer Aika Kanda: “This Year’s Birthday Present Was Amazing!

A sequel to Sunday Theater’s “Caster” is already in the works… “Certain moves” are being made toward Mei Nagano’s “continuation” in the series, which is still in the works.

Entertainment

After TOKIO’s Disbandment: Why Taichi Kokubun May Have Lost His Comeback Chance While Hiroshi Ikushima Didn’t

Rika Izumi & Shogo Taniguchi Tie the Knot After 10 Years of Love — Inside Their Semi-Cohabiting Relationship

Who’s the Next Icon? The Search for TV’s Newest Female Announcer Star

Can These New Heroines Save TV? Rising Female Announcers Earning Industry Buzz

Fuji TV’s Bold Move? Expert Weighs In on Nakai Lawsuit Stirring Shareholder Meeting

STARTO President Race: Kimutaku’s Chances and Where Higashiyama & Inohara Stand

Sho Sakurai Faces the Ultimate Test as an Actor Ahead of Arashi’s Final Tour

TOKIO’s Taichi Kokubun Exposed for Harassment — A Difficult Road Lies Ahead

Independent Talents Losing Ground as More Return to Major Agencies Amid Industry Shift

Industry Resentment Toward TOKIO’s Taichi Kokubun Over Discriminatory Behavior

Chiaki Kuriyama Spotted Shopping in Tokyo Smiling During “Banshaku no Ryūgi” Filming

Risa Nakamura Spotted at Shin-Osaka Station in Flashy American Comic T-Shirt

Asaka Seto Returns to Acting: ‘It’s Been a While, I Was Nervous but My Body Remembered

Mayu Hotta Takes on First Teacher Role in 10th Anniversary Drama – Filming Spotted!

[Exclusive] Ruma Takahira’s Full-Throttle Night Out at Japan’s Top Italian Hotspot!

Taichi Kokubun Demands Accountability at Nippon TV’s “Zero-Answer” Apology Press Conference

Masahiro Nakai Considers Legal Action Against Former President Minato and Director Ohta

The Real Reason Media Won’t Touch Kei Nishikori’s Affair Scandal

Nagisa Sekimizu Shows Off Feminine Style in Soft, Airy Fashion at Ginza Event

The “heart” of “TOKIO’s” Taichi Kokubun’s compliance violation: The “secret face” revealed by the production staff.

Shingo Murakami of “SUPER EIGHT”, who became a director of an agricultural venture, was found looking good at Shin-Osaka Station!

He said he had no desire to get married, but…! Eiji Kotoge of “Baikingu” shows his “one man” life.

Freelance Announcer Aika Kanda: “This Year’s Birthday Present Was Amazing!

A sequel to Sunday Theater’s “Caster” is already in the works… “Certain moves” are being made toward Mei Nagano’s “continuation” in the series, which is still in the works.

[Exclusive] Ruma Takahira’s Full-Throttle Night Out at Japan’s Top Italian Hotspot!