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 Chinatsu Wakatsuki has been a star in variety shows. Her character, which used to be full of togai (tongue in cheek), has become much more rounded. Even so, she still manages to get more laughs than comedians with her sharp comments. See what makes her so great at .......

Why Chinatsu Wakatsuki has become a &#8220;variety show star&#8221; through twists and turns.

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 Hirotsuru Fujiyama

 The first collaboration was realized on the cover of this magazine! A rising star who won the GRADEMY Award for Best Newcomer and an idol with the strongest body in the world. We went behind the scenes of this dream collaboration that came true for the first time!

 Naka Yano, who won the Rookie of the Year Award at the "GRADEMY Awards," a project to mark the 40th anniversary of FRIDAY, and idol Miyuka Minami, who is known for having the "strongest body in the world," collaborated for the cover of this magazine for the first time! We interviewed the two for a behind-the-scenes look at their first collaboration.

Nanaka Yano &#038; Miyuka Minami: Their &#8220;Two-faced Life,&#8221; Behind-the-Scenes Stories of Their Collaboration, and Their Ambitions for the Future

 Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1962. He worked with Toshiaki Megumi as a member of "Honjamaka," and was a member of "Genso! 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" vol.11

 In this installment of "Honjamaka" Hidehiko Ishizuka's ″Mayday to Love You″ vol. 11, we talk about his club activities during his school days. Ishizuka was a member of the swimming club because it was the first place he could enter the pool, but a conversation at the barbershop led him to the judo club...

Honjamaka’s Hidehiko Ishizuka on His Judo Days: &#8220;My First Ever Throw&#8221;

 Utane Aoki, a former announcer and YouTube star who has been in the news for accusing Fuji Television of sexually assaulting her, has accused her agency of having a problem with her. In the midst of all this, her office opened its heavy mouth in an interview with this site...

Former Announcer Kanon Aoki Reveals Her Dismissal Amid Fuji TV Whistleblowing—Agency Speaks Out

 Takahisa Masuda of NEWS released his first solo album, "Kiatsu Aigura" on February 12. The album sold 83,000 copies in its first week on the Oricon Weekly Album Ranking, and ranked proudly at No. 1. Although this is an accomplishment surpassing that of Kim Tak, there are some who are concerned about the survival of NEWS...

Takahisa Masuda’s Solo Success Surpasses Kimura Takuya

 Kojiro Yamada

 The audition program "timelesz project" has attracted a lot of "swamped" people. It was just before his birthday when we found Fuma Kikuchi, who played a central role in the project. He was wearing a unique outfit and was overflowing with confidence...

Fuma Kikuchi’s Effortless Charisma: Polite to Staff Even After Typewriter’s Huge Success!

 Yuri Hanamori

 Yoko Tsutsui

 Sayoko Saki

 Exclusive Interview] Former Fuji Television announcer Nagisa Watanabe published her first photo essay, "Fulfilling Transparency," at the end of January. She talks about everything from her work, illness, and family to Internet slander and flashbacks.

Former Fuji TV Announcer Nagisa Watanabe Opens Up: Embracing Pain and Moving Forward

 Cynthia Erivo, who plays the evil witch Elphaba in the worldwide hit movie "Wicked: Two Witches," currently in theaters, was walking the streets of Ginza. Her fashion looks like .......

Cynthia Erivo Star of the Global Hit “Wicked” Embraces Her Witchy Vibes Both On and Off Screen

 Yuya Kawasaki

 A McDonald's restaurant in Osaka, which has become a hot topic on the Internet, is said to be tastier than others for some reason. Miyaneya," which covered the much-talked-about restaurant, is suspected of being a steppa. ......

Nippon TV Questions Segment Praising Sponsor McDonald&#8217;s

 Kyodo News

 The continuation of "THE MC3," which was facilitated by Masahiro Nakai, has been announced. However, the show has only aired six times since it became a regular program. With no set policy in place, a major renewal of the program is inevitable.

THE MC3 to Continue Without Masahiro Nakai—But Will It Avoid the Fate of Canceled Shows?

 Hisashi Niisa (Broadcaster)

 The unprecedented "replacement fiasco" that occurred in February...... broadcaster takes a look behind the scenes.

 The replacement fiasco caused by the popular variety show "Itte Q to the Ends of the World! The TV crew was astonished at the timing, "four hours before the broadcast," as well as the reason for it. What was the reason for the "shock" as they described it?

A TV writer finds out the dark side of &#8220;Itte Q&#8217;s&#8221; &#8220;last-minute replacement&#8221; that is &#8220;several times worse than what people think.

 Kenshin Uemura, a former member of "ONE N'ONLY," whose contract was terminated by Stardust Promotion, a major entertainment agency, on March 4, has been arrested in Hong Kong on charges of indecent exposure.

Kenshin Uemura Arrested in Hong Kong on &#8220;Indecency Charges&#8221;, Officials Are Willing to Release a Sequel to the Film&#8230;But &#8220;Harsh Reality&#8221; Awaits

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

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 The 97th Academy Awards were held on March 3 in Los Angeles, California. Adrien Brody won the Best Actor Award for the second time since "The Pianist". At the awards ceremony, he was able to "do whatever he wanted" and ......

Adrien Brody won the Academy Award for Best Actor for &#8220;Revenge Kiss&#8221; and &#8220;Throwing Gum at Girlfriend&#8221;.

 Aika Kanda

 Me, Pink, and Sometimes New York

 Ever since she was a child, Aika Kanda says she was raised to be an adult who did not have likes and dislikes about food. When she entered the workforce, she discovered that her mother herself was a picky eater. Looking back, she recalls that her mother's cooking did not contain any "them.

Free Announcer Aika Kanda &#8220;Foods I Hate and Why I Hate Them

 Kenji Sugawara (Hirose) Keisuke Nishi (Karasawa) Kenji Sugawara (Katori) Shu Nishihara (Matsuzaka)

 The explosive power of Sunday Gekijo's "Gogami Sensei", Geki 9's "119 Emergency Call" hit by "Nakai's shock", "Private Banker" will become a series, Shingo Katori's struggle to be the "worst man in Japan", etc.

 Who Saw the Peacock Dance? and "Gogami Sensei," which has recorded 5 million views on TVer, winter dramas are on the rise. Here are some of the dramas that you should watch before they are too late, along with the inside story of the filming!

The secret behind-the-scenes stories of the filming will also be revealed! The No.1 winter drama you should watch is here!

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 It's embarrassing to be posed for a photo," says Hiroko Ogura, a freelance announcer. I get nervous," beams Hiroko Ogura, a freelance announcer who retired from TBS at the end of last year. She left TBS at the end of last year and spoke for two hours about her life as a female announcer.

Former TBS Announcer Hiroko Ogura: The Moment That Made Me Take Journalism Seriously

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 Masahiro Nakai's "trouble with women" has called into question not only Fuji Television Network, but also the "state" of television stations. It was revealed that Nakai had contacted the stations before the release of the first "Josei Seven" report. ......

Masahiro Nakai&#8217;s Advance Notice and Why TV Networks Took a Cautious Approach to a Resolved Issue

 In mid-February, Adam Levine of "Maroon 5" and his supermodel wife Behati Prinsloo visited a members-only restaurant in Tokyo. We report on their Shiva-like behavior surrounded by fans.

Maroon 5&#8217;s Adam Levine and Supermodel Behati&#8217;s Too Cool Fan Interaction

 Sota Shima (2nd), Ippei Hara (3rd), Shu Nishihara (4th)

 NHK's announcement of new programs for the new fiscal year revealed that "Waruiko Atsumare," an educational variety program featuring the three members of "New Map," will be terminated. Some have pointed out a "flip-flop" by suspecting a connection with the Nakai issue. ......

The Hidden Truth Behind Waruiko Atsumare&#8217;s Cancellation

 STARTO's junior members have been involved in a series of scandals. Recently, images of underage members smoking have been leaked, causing anxiety among fans. What is the underlying problem? ......

STARTO Entertainment Announces Indefinite Suspension of Junior Member After Smoking Photo Leak

 Takahiro Kagawa

 Actress Hoshi Moeka has received international acclaim for her passionate performance in the drama "Shogun Shogun". FRIDAY Digital spotted this up-and-coming actress in a rare private appearance.

Moeka Hoshi’s Chic Casual Look: Spotted in a ¥90,000 Luxury Jacket!

 Kumataro Arai

 In mid-February, we encountered Haruka Ayase filming a video in one of Otemachi's office districts. Passersby were surprised to see Ayase in a sleeveless outfit. But they all smile as they watch her enjoying herself. This is a collection of her most attractive images.

Haruka Ayase&#8217;s Playful Charm! Caught Filming in a Bold Sleeveless Look

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (entertainment journalist)

 Sota Shima

 Mino Monta has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the host who appears on the most live TV programs in a week. Even with such a busy schedule, Mino was the king of both day and night, going to Ginza for "work" every day.

Monta Mino&#8217;s Extravagant Lifestyle: “Use That Card However You Like,”

 Takayuki Ogawauchi

 Takehara Pistol is a lone "singer-tai". Takehara Pistol formed "No Fox Zen" with his college classmate Hamano Hiroya, but the group broke up due to conflicts over their activities, and since then he has continued his expressive activities on his own. He talked about the secret story of his time in "Nomoxu Zen" and his acting activities.

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Why Chinatsu Wakatsuki has become a “variety show star” through twists and turns.

Nanaka Yano & Miyuka Minami: Their “Two-faced Life,” Behind-the-Scenes Stories of Their Collaboration, and Their Ambitions for the Future

Honjamaka’s Hidehiko Ishizuka on His Judo Days: “My First Ever Throw”

Former Announcer Kanon Aoki Reveals Her Dismissal Amid Fuji TV Whistleblowing—Agency Speaks Out

Takahisa Masuda’s Solo Success Surpasses Kimura Takuya

Fuma Kikuchi’s Effortless Charisma: Polite to Staff Even After Typewriter’s Huge Success!

Former Fuji TV Announcer Nagisa Watanabe Opens Up: Embracing Pain and Moving Forward

Cynthia Erivo Star of the Global Hit “Wicked” Embraces Her Witchy Vibes Both On and Off Screen

Nippon TV Questions Segment Praising Sponsor McDonald’s

THE MC3 to Continue Without Masahiro Nakai—But Will It Avoid the Fate of Canceled Shows?

A TV writer finds out the dark side of “Itte Q’s” “last-minute replacement” that is “several times worse than what people think.

Kenshin Uemura Arrested in Hong Kong on “Indecency Charges”, Officials Are Willing to Release a Sequel to the Film…But “Harsh Reality” Awaits

Adrien Brody won the Academy Award for Best Actor for “Revenge Kiss” and “Throwing Gum at Girlfriend”.

Free Announcer Aika Kanda “Foods I Hate and Why I Hate Them

The secret behind-the-scenes stories of the filming will also be revealed! The No.1 winter drama you should watch is here!

Former TBS Announcer Hiroko Ogura: The Moment That Made Me Take Journalism Seriously

Masahiro Nakai’s Advance Notice and Why TV Networks Took a Cautious Approach to a Resolved Issue

Maroon 5’s Adam Levine and Supermodel Behati’s Too Cool Fan Interaction

The Hidden Truth Behind Waruiko Atsumare’s Cancellation

STARTO Entertainment Announces Indefinite Suspension of Junior Member After Smoking Photo Leak

Moeka Hoshi’s Chic Casual Look: Spotted in a ¥90,000 Luxury Jacket!

Haruka Ayase’s Playful Charm! Caught Filming in a Bold Sleeveless Look

Monta Mino’s Extravagant Lifestyle: “Use That Card However You Like,”

Takehara Pistol: “It’s Always Been Fun, So I Never Felt Like I Had to Pay My Dues”