 Shinji Hasuo (1st photo) Keisuke Nishi (Ohno) Kojiro Yamada (Sakurai, Aiba) Yusuke Kondo (Matsumoto) Hirotaka Sakai (Ninomiya)

 In-Depth Report: What the Monster Group's Declaration of Termination of Activities Means, Shocking the Whole of Japan

 Arashi" has announced that it will end its 25-year history as an idol group with a tour next spring. Who was the key person who made the fans' long-cherished wish come true for the last tour? An entertainment industry insider reveals the inside story.

Julie also supported behind the scenes&#8230; &#8220;Arashi&#8221;&#8216;s 25-year history comes to an end: The true meaning of the &#8220;breakup live&#8221; by the five key members

 Gyoji Yoshida

 There is a "production crisis theory" about the latest film in the "Bayside Shakedown" series, "Odoru Daisousasen N.E.W.," which is scheduled to be released in 2014. Apparently, it is the aftermath of a series of problems with Fuji Television, but what are they?

New Odoru Daisousasen Movie Faces Production Uncertainty Amid Fuji TV Fallout

 Kumataro Arai

 Mei Nagano's videos for her sponsors have been suspended one after another. The aftermath of the "two-timing affair" with Kei Tanaka is only spreading. In the midst of all this, a line between the two of them was even leaked, and a big question has emerged. ......

Leaked LINE Chats Between Mei Nagano &#038; Kei Tanaka Spark Major Questions

 Miss University of Tokyo, Akira Kamiya, in the third installment of his essay "Miss University of Tokyo, Akira Kamiya", was frustrated by the variety shows in which he appeared as a Miss University of Tokyo talent. The person who helped me find a way out of my predicament was a successful comedian. ......

 Miss University of Tokyo, Akira Kamiya's Essay Vol. 3] Miss University of Tokyo, a variety show in which she appeared as a celebrity, set her back. It was a successful comedian who gave her a clue to get out of her predicament. ......

Why Variety Shows Can Be More Challenging Than Tokyo University Entrance Exams

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 BTS, TWICE, LE SSERAFIM, XG, NewJeans, ......

 Data shows that Korean idols, which are taking the world by storm, will grow into a huge 3 trillion yen market by '27. How is it possible to produce such hit idols that "trickle down the world"? What is Korea's strategy?

K-Pop Powerhouse of How Korea Consistently Produces Hit Idol Groups

 BTS, TWICE, LE SSERAFIM, XG, NewJeans......

 Data shows that South Korean idols, which are taking the world by storm, will grow into a huge 3 trillion yen market by '27. Four major Korean entertainment agencies produce hit idols. How should Japan take on the challenge to beat South Korea?

In-Depth Look at K-Pop Groups, What Japan Needs to Do to Compete with Korea’s Entertainment Powerhouse

 Yusuke Kondo (1st, 2nd) Kazuhiko Nakamura

 Mei Nagano and Kei Tanaka's "alleged affair" is causing consternation in the advertising and film industry. The key to calming down the turmoil is said to be the relationship between Nagano and her agency.

Nagano Mei Faces Risk of Losing Agency Support Amid Affair Allegations with Tanaka Kei After Struggling Past

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 Can she get over her complete denial? The image of a purist has collapsed due to reports of her alleged affair and two-timing with Kei Tanaka, and she is in big trouble....

 Mei Nagano is in a tight spot due to reports of her alleged affair with Kei Tanaka. Although she completely denied the second article, her sponsors are beginning to leave her. How are the TV stations taking it? And how will the 10 sponsors respond?

Sponsor Responses Could Decide Mei Nagano’s Fate Amid Double-Affair Scandal

 Masahiro Nakai "suddenly retired" due to trouble with a female announcer. Now he has come out and "refuted" the third-party committee established by Fuji TV. ......

Legal Expert Criticizes Masahiro Nakai’s Claim, No Sexual Violence Confirmed Is an Impossible Devil’s Proof

 Shinji Hasuo

 Arashi has announced that it will end its group activities with a concert tour. The tickets are expected to be one of the most hotly contested in history, but controversy has already broken out in the fan community. What is the reason why some Ohno fans are lamenting?

Arashi’s Hiatus Sparks Early Fan Debate Why Some Ohno Fans Are Heartbroken

 Keitaro Nakayama

 Yokohama International Film Festival" was held in early May. On the second day of the festival, Marika Matsumoto made a surprise appearance at the "Japan Night" event. Under the strong sunlight, the audience was enchanted by the sight of Matsumoto in a see-through black dress...

Marika Matsumoto’s Stunning Surprise Appearance Captivates Fans at Yokohama Film Festival

 Yasuhisa Kikuchi

 Daisuke Iwasaki

 Since her debut, Yona Enohara has been featured on the cover of various magazines! This is the fifth time she has appeared on the cover of this magazine. Ina-chan has grown into a gravure queen who is sought after in magazines, on TV, and on the internet. She talks about why she unexpectedly cried at the "Grammy Awards" ceremony.

 A year after her first appearance, Yina Enohara graces the cover of "GRADEMY" for the fifth time. Ina-chan, who has been on all the covers of various magazines and has become the most sought-after gravure queen on TV and on the Internet, talks about why she unexpectedly cried at the "GRADEMY AWARDS" award ceremony.

Ina Enohara Sets Sights on Prime-Time Variety Shows, Inside This Week’s Cover Girl’s Ambitions

 Kazuhiko NAKAMURA

 On May 12, lawyers representing Masahiro Nakai issued a rebuttal to the "finding" of the third-party panel, requesting disclosure of evidence by May 26. Certainly, there were many questions in the entertainment industry and among fans, but will this reveal the truth?

Masahiro Nakai Pushes Back on Third-Party Committee’s Verdict — TV Industry Voices Mixed Reactions Beyond Fan Backing

 It was lunchtime in mid-April, and Hiromitsu Kitayama was in Akihabara's Electric Town. Kitayama was standing alone in the crowd. Then, a woman in a maid's outfit approached him sta ....... In fact, this was a location shooting for a drama series for the July season. To be continued...

Hiromitsu Kitayama Caught in Akihabara! Maid Café Flyer in Hand, Eyes Set on July Drama Shoot

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 Special Program - Part 2

 ZARD" is a legendary music unit that has released numerous masterpieces, including "Don't Lose" and "Unwavering Love. The staff talked about the unknown true face of vocalist Sensui Sakai (40 years old) and behind-the-scenes stories that can only be told now.

Behind the Scenes with Izumi Sakai, Staff Share Untold Stories on ZARD’s 35th Anniversary

 Special Program Part 1

 ZARD" is a legendary music unit that has released many famous songs such as "Don't Lose" and "Unwavering Love". Three ZARD staff members reveal their little-known personalities and unexpected first impressions of vocalist Sensui Sakai (40 years old)...

Celebrating 35 Years of ZARD, Unveiling the Timeless Charm of Izumi Sakai Through Rare Photos

 Arashi" will end its activities with a concert tour to be held next spring. With an estimated 3 million members still in the fan club, the last live concert is expected to be a "historic event. The scale of the event is likely to exceed even that of Shohei Otani.

Arashi’s Final Tour Next Spring Set to Smash Records with Over 30 Billion Yen in Sales

 In late April, "Dr. Ashera" was being filmed in Ebisu. Wakana Matsumoto, the lead actress of the drama, is holding a meeting with a serious expression on her face while the crew prepares for the shoot. Her appearance remained that of the drama's main character, Shura.

Wakana Matsumoto Stuns On Set of Dr. Ashura with Graceful and Powerful Presence

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

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 The Trump tariffs are now shaking the world. In order to revive Hollywood, the symbol of America, he has declared a 100% tariff on films produced outside the U.S., but the U.S. film industry is at a loss. ......

Trump’s 100% Tariff on Foreign Films and Hollywood’s Hidden Crisis

 On May 5, the completion announcement preview of the movie "Treasure Island" was held in Tokyo. The audience was captivated by her pearly gown. Her performance, which she describes as "very painful," was a highlight of the event.

Suzu Hirose Stuns the Crowd in a Glamorous Form-Fitting Long Dress

 Junsei Todoroki

 Since ASKA made his first appearance on NHK's music program after his arrest on April 27, there have been whispers of a "Kohaku (red and white)" appearance. With this, there seems to be a growing desire for a Chageas reunion. Will they ever reunite? We asked their office.

ASKA’s Kouhaku Appearance Rumor Fuels CHAGE and ASKA Reunion Speculation

 Yusuke Kondo

 Mei Nagano's work, including commercials, has been affected by her second "alleged affair" with Kei Tanaka. The agency issued a comment denying all the reports following the first one, but there was a "worrisome sentence" in it. ......

Nagano Mei &#038; Tanaka Kei Face Challenges Together — The Powerful Meaning Behind Their Confirmed Statements

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 GW Special Butsubekatsu Roundtable Discussion Part 1

 Former popular female TV announcers from major commercial TV stations, Hitomi Nakamura, Noriko Baba, and Hiroko Ogura, who have been active on the front lines of variety and news reporting, gathered here. Now that they are freelance, are they liberated? A frank discussion about their memories of their days as students and station announcers!

Hitomi Nakamura × Noriko Baba × Hiroko Ogura, Female Announcers Are Busy, Tough, but Fun

 Arashi has announced that it will end its group activities with a concert tour in the spring of next year. Fans of SMAP and KAT-TUN are shocked and sentimental about the "difference" from Arashi. ......

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Julie also supported behind the scenes… “Arashi”‘s 25-year history comes to an end: The true meaning of the “breakup live” by the five key members