 Keitaro Nakagawa

 Matsumoto Jun of "Arashi" has signed an agent contract with "Moment to Eternity Co. As a result, there is a possibility that he will no longer be active as an idol. What made him decide to become an actor only?

Arashi&#8217;s Matsumoto Jun, who has awakened after performing with Masami Nagasawa, signs an agent contract with a new agency, possibly declaring the end of his career as an idol.

 Masaki Miyasaka (1st photo) Kenji Ikeda (2nd photo) Shoichi Nakamura, Hiroshi Shibachi (3rd photo) Eiji Ikeda (4th photo) Shinya Inui (5th photo) Koichi Kikuchi (6th photo) Naoki Kamidate (7th photo) Kazuhiko Nakamura (8th photo) Shinji Hasuo (9th photo)

 FRIDAY's "Special Memorial Event" reveals secret photos of Miho Nakayama.

 Actor and singer Miho Nakayama passed away at her home in Tokyo. She died suddenly at the age of 54, just before the 40th anniversary of her debut next year. We look back on the super idol's 40 years of brilliance with FRIDAY's treasured photos.

Miho Nakayama (54 years old), eternal super idol, &#8220;shining for 40 years,&#8221; &#8220;I just wanted to cry&#8221; all over Japan

 Tokyo Comic-Con 2024 was held at Makuhari Messe for three days from December 6, and 11 Hollywood actors made guest appearances. Christopher Lloyd and Jason Momoa all came to Japan. Who is Lloyd in a wheelchair?

Hollywood Stars from BTTF and Aquaman Spark Buzz at Makuhari Messe!

 Sota Shima

 Tomoaki Ogura has long been the face of Fuji Television Network's "Tokudane! Tomoaki Ogura has long been the "face" of Fuji Television Network's "Tokudane! In addition to being an anchor, he was also active as a restaurant owner. People in the industry frequently visited his restaurants, and it was said that they were "Ogura pilgrims." ......

Tomoaki Ogura: The Truth Behind the Ogura Pilgrimage to His Yakiniku Restaurant

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 Exclusive confession: 10 months after the breakup of the duo and the termination of their contract with Yoshimoto, the worst slip-up at a business place, two Yoshimoto comedians who really got involved with him, and a conversation with his ex-wife and child. ......

 Plus Minus" won the Kamigata Manzai Grand Prize last year. However, Yoshimasa Iwahashi had his contract terminated by Yoshimoto Kogyo over his behavior on SNS and other social networking sites. What kind of life is he leading now that he was assured of a bright future?

Former Plus-Minus Comedian Yoshimasa Iwahashi Trades Luxury for ¥50,000 Apartment

 Takayuki Ogawauchi

 The report that "Matrix Consulting Center" will be terminated at the end of March next year came out of the blue. However, behind the scenes, Yomiuri Television, an affiliate of NTV, is also planning to discontinue its famous programs one after another. Behind the scenes, Nippon TV is undergoing a major reform. ......

Yomiuri TV to End Three Shows in Bold Nippon TV Reform

 Kazuhiko Nakamura (1st and 3rd), Yoshito Murata (2nd), Takero Shigurou (3rd)

 It was announced that the annual "Cowcon" will not be held on New Year's Eve this year. Fuji Television, which has broadcast the event every year, will continue to air "Escape from Japan" as it did last year. However, this may turn out to be good news for Snow Man.

JUMP Leads Countdown Concert as Fuji&#8217;s Attempt Favors Snow Man

 Takero Yui

 Masahiko Kondo had been rumored to appear in Kohaku this year due to the success of his songs in Korea and his collaboration with his juniors on terrestrial TV. Despite this, there was tremendous criticism on social networking sites. The reasons for this are explained.

Masahiko Kondo&#8217;s Iconic Song Becomes a Massive Hit in South Korea

 On a sunny autumn afternoon, Kiko Mizuhara was spotted hugging a man on a shopping street in Tokyo. The foreign man is an American pianist, John Carroll Kirby. Why is the rumored lover in Japan?

Kiko Mizuhara Shares Street Hug with Rumored Pianist Boyfriend in Denim Outfit

 Ippei Hara

 Miho Nakayama was found dead in her bathroom in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo, on December 6. Her office made the unusual announcement of "accidental death" as the result of an autopsy. ......

Miho Nakayama and Agency&#8217;s Unique Approach to Unexpected Accident Announcement

 Yasuko Sakaguchi

 The drama series "Rorenbo Shogun" (TV Asahi) starring Ken Matsudaira will be revived for the first time in 17 years as "Shin Rorenbo Shogun". TV Asahi has had great success with series dramas such as "Partners" and "The Travel Nurse. Why is that?

Abare-nbō Shōgun Returns, Reinforcing TV Asahi&#8217;s Dominance

 Kumataro Arai

 On December 2, actor Yua Shinkawa served as chief of police for a day at Saitama Prefectural Police Station. She waved her hands to the cheers of the gathered citizens and gave a lecture to small children on how to cross a pedestrian crossing, which was met with cheers of "how cute!

Yua Shinkawa Stars as One-Day Police Chief, Adorable as a New Mom

 Enka singer Sachiko Kobayashi, who celebrated the 60th anniversary of her performing career this year, continues to gain momentum. From "Nico-dou" to "vocaloids," from DJ performances to gal makeup and more. ....... What is the driving force that never stops challenging herself?

Sachiko Kobayashi’s Boldness and Challenge Set Her Apart

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 NHK's annual Kohaku Uta Gassen on New Year's Eve is feared to have the "lowest viewer rating in history" due to the lack of participation by "STARTO" groups such as SnowMan, which had been the mainstay of the event.

NHK&#8217;s Strategy to Revive Red and White Song Contest by Targeting Children

 The decline in viewer ratings for Nippon TV's "news zero," the "face" of the evening program, has been unstoppable, and although a "partner system" featuring female celebrities was introduced in October, the effect has not been great. What on earth is going on? ......

Declining Viewership of News Zero Despite Major Revamp

 Yasuhisa Kikuchi

 Koichiro Umeki

 Gomaki's latest photo book was a huge hit as soon as the information was released, and the book was reprinted before its release. Gomaki, who continues to be at the forefront of the industry even as he marks his 25th anniversary, reveals behind-the-scenes stories about the photo shoot and his thoughts on the book.

 Maki Goto's newest photo book has made a huge sensation immediately after the release of the information and has been reprinted prior to its release. Gomaki, who celebrates her 25th anniversary and continues to be at the forefront of the fashion industry, revealed the story behind the photo shoot and her thoughts on the photo book.

Maki Goto&#8217;s Favorite Backshot in White Swimsuit

 Ippei Hara, Keisuke Nishi (2nd photo)

 Just after 8:30 in the morning in late November, Riho Yoshioka appeared at the Nishi-Ginza Chance Center, one of the best lottery booths in Tokyo, where an event was held to celebrate the release of the year-end jumbo lottery ticket. Yoshioka has moved to a new agency, but there seems to be no impact on her work.

Riho Yoshioka Shines in White Coat After Agency Move, Career Thriving

 Keisuke Nishi (1st and 2nd photos), Sota Shima

 On December 9, Tomoaki Ogura, a freelance announcer, passed away at the age of 77. He was popular for his bold attitude and tongue, but in private he was a gentle man who loved music. We look back at this side of Ogura.

Tribute to Tomoaki Ogura a Life of Music and Unfiltered MCing

 Ryo Sakamoto, former head of the Culture and Society Department of Tokyo Sports Newspaper Co.

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 Hollywood star Hugh Jackman is popular for his role as Wolverine in the movie "X-Men. Last September, he divorced his wife of many years, but now he is in trouble because he is suspected of having an affair with an actress he co-starred with again. The reason for this is ......

Hugh Jackman&#8217;s Affair Rumor Liked by Ex-Wife, Sparks Lawsuit Concerns

 Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1962. He was a member of "Honjamaka," a comedy duo 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

 Hidehiko Ishizuka of "Honjamaka" reveals the little-known roots and meaning of "maiu

 In this episode of "Honjamaka" Hidehiko Ishizuka's "Mai-u~" Days vol.04, Ishizuka talks about the word "mai-u~". In fact, the word was not created by Ishizuka or Papaya Suzuki...? What are its unexpected roots and deeper meaning...

Hidehiko Ishizuka of &#8220;Honjamaka&#8221; reveals the little-known roots and meaning of &#8220;mai-ai

 Recently, a recent report on the recent appearance of Satoshi Ohno, Arashi, has been making the news that he may have a tattoo. However, there are many lesser-known Japanese celebrities who have tattoos. Here are some of them.

Satoshi Ohno Stuns with Transformation and Tattoo Revelation

 Ryoma Kanou

 Mikiko Kimura

 Ayumi Tsuburaya

 The hot new actress Nanaka Yano shows off her photogravure in FRIDAY, which is on sale now!

 Actress Nanaka Yano, who has been the talk of the town for her appearances in the dramas "Dress-up Dolls Fall in Love" and NOBROCK TV, shows off her photogravure in the November 29 issue of FRIDAY.

Kisekoi Actress Nanaka Yano Reflects Before Final Shoot

 Kenji Ikeda

 TV personality and singer Miho Nakayama passed away suddenly on December 6 at the age of 54. We interviewed her neighbors and people in the industry to find out more about her, and found out some unexpected "real faces. ......

Energetic Performances and Her Fan-First Philosophy Behind an Unpretentious Persona

 Yusuke Kondo (1st and 2nd), Toshikatsu Tanaka (3rd), Shu Nishihara (4th)

 Shingo Katori's "flip-flopping" from the old Johnny's days has been highlighted by his double MC role with Emiko Uenuma in a special program to be aired on December 17 on Fuji TV. It is said that a certain "voice of expectation" is also being voiced there.

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Arashi’s Matsumoto Jun, who has awakened after performing with Masami Nagasawa, signs an agent contract with a new agency, possibly declaring the end of his career as an idol.

Miho Nakayama (54 years old), eternal super idol, “shining for 40 years,” “I just wanted to cry” all over Japan

Hollywood Stars from BTTF and Aquaman Spark Buzz at Makuhari Messe!

Tomoaki Ogura: The Truth Behind the Ogura Pilgrimage to His Yakiniku Restaurant

Former Plus-Minus Comedian Yoshimasa Iwahashi Trades Luxury for ¥50,000 Apartment

Yomiuri TV to End Three Shows in Bold Nippon TV Reform

JUMP Leads Countdown Concert as Fuji’s Attempt Favors Snow Man

Masahiko Kondo’s Iconic Song Becomes a Massive Hit in South Korea

Kiko Mizuhara Shares Street Hug with Rumored Pianist Boyfriend in Denim Outfit

Miho Nakayama and Agency’s Unique Approach to Unexpected Accident Announcement

Abare-nbō Shōgun Returns, Reinforcing TV Asahi’s Dominance

Yua Shinkawa Stars as One-Day Police Chief, Adorable as a New Mom

Sachiko Kobayashi’s Boldness and Challenge Set Her Apart

NHK’s Strategy to Revive Red and White Song Contest by Targeting Children

Declining Viewership of News Zero Despite Major Revamp

Maki Goto’s Favorite Backshot in White Swimsuit

Riho Yoshioka Shines in White Coat After Agency Move, Career Thriving

Tribute to Tomoaki Ogura a Life of Music and Unfiltered MCing

Hugh Jackman’s Affair Rumor Liked by Ex-Wife, Sparks Lawsuit Concerns

Hidehiko Ishizuka of “Honjamaka” reveals the little-known roots and meaning of “mai-ai

Satoshi Ohno Stuns with Transformation and Tattoo Revelation

Kisekoi Actress Nanaka Yano Reflects Before Final Shoot

Energetic Performances and Her Fan-First Philosophy Behind an Unpretentious Persona

Why Fuji’s Shift for Shingo Katori Was Right