 Masashi Hosoda (Nonfiction writer)

 Hiroyuki Komatsu (1st and 4th photos)

 The original and legendary idol group that produced Ryoko Shinohara, Yuri Ichii of "EAST END x YURI," Yuko Anai, and others!

 Satomi Kihara and Mai Yagita, the first members of the legendary idol group "Tokyo Performance Doll," confessed their love for the group. The unknown and astonishing history of the original idol group "Tokyo Performance Doll" will be revealed! Rare photos from the TPD era include Ryoko Shinohara. ......

The truth about Tokyo Performance Doll: Confessions of the first members, Satomi Kihara and Mai Yagita!

 He currently writes articles on entertainment, movies, Hollywood information, etc. for the web magazine "PlusαToday" and other publications. Member of the Japan Film Pen Club.

 Ryo Sakamoto (Writer, former head of the Culture and Society Department of Tokyo Sports Newspaper)

 Afro

 Alec Baldwin was charged with manslaughter in the death of his cinematographer when a live round was accidentally fired from a prop gun during the filming of the movie "Rust" in 2009. The trial for the case, which was widely reported in Japan, will begin in July. ......

Prop Master Sentenced to 1 Year and 6 Months in Jail, Alec Baldwin&#8217;s Concerns Over Impact on Film Following Misfire Incident &#8211; July Trial Looms

 Shinji Hasuo

 Arashi" is once again attracting public attention by announcing the establishment of a joint-stock company. The 25th anniversary year of the group's debut has raised expectations for a resumption of its activities, but the trauma of its leader, Satoshi Ohno, remains a barrier to the resumption. ......

Concerns Mount Over Satoshi Ohno&#8217;s Trauma, Inside Arashi Corporation&#8217;s Search for a Celebration Together with Fans Commemorative Event

 Taka Nozawa (7th photo)

 In this issue of Playback, we look back at what this magazine reported 10, 20, and 30 years ago. In this issue, we introduce our "rebuttal" to Mao Daichi, who denied our report on her affair with Akira Akasaka in the April 2, 2004 issue.

Mao Daichi &#038; Akira Akasaka&#8217;s Rebuttal to Magazine&#8217;s Adultery Allegations

 Since the beginning of this year, Shohei Otani's surroundings have been noisy. ...... He announced his "sudden marriage" to Mamiko Tanaka, and then he was arrested for illegal gambling by a suspect, Ippei Mizuhara, a former interpreter. And now he is building a mansion in Hawaii. ......

Ohtani&#8217;s 100 Billion Yen Income from Advertisement, Buys 2.6 Billion Yen Hawaii Villa

 Aika Kanda

 Me, Pink, and Sometimes New York

 The sudden announcement of Shohei Otani's marriage was met with an outpouring of opinions on social networking sites, but one comment made Aika Kanda's heart skip a beat. Brown hair, flashy clothes, brand-name goods...what's wrong with liking them? What's wrong with liking them?

Announcer Aika Kanda Challenges Perception, Shohei Otani&#8217;s Wife Not Just a Model

 Kyodo News (Rokuhira)

 The eldest son of a businessman is suspected of a 200 million yen investment scam, and is himself a co-signer for the scam.

 Actor Naomasa Rokudaira, who has played supporting roles in numerous films, is involved in a huge financial trouble amounting to approximately 200 million yen. I was cheated by him too! he confessed angrily! The "that guy" was Rokuhira's eldest son.

Actor Naomasa Musaka Confesses “I Was Deceived Too. I Hope They Get Arrested Soon” &#8211; Suspected of 200 Million Yen Fraud Against Eldest Son

 Minami Moriyama, who was selected as the main anchor of TV Asahi's "Super J Channel," is well known. Some have called it a "success story" because of the rapid progress she has made in just her fourth year with the company. Her ability is also said to be commensurate with her "success.

Minami Moriyama: A Journey Through Resilience and Talent

 Born in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, Sasaki became a reporter for FRIDAY at the age of 31 and has reported numerous scoops. Since then, he has continued to work mainly for weekly magazines. Currently, he also appears on TV and radio as a commentator.

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (entertainment journalist)

 Yuri Adachi

 This is an interview with actor Minosuke, who played the role of "gossip reporter" Samejima in NHK's TV series "Boogie Woogie", a role that earned him a reputation for being unlikable. He was a nice guy with a gentle smile on his face.

Unraveling the Scripted Secrets Behind the Boogie Woogie Gossip in FRIDAY

 He is involved in program production in a wide range of genres, including variety, news, and sports programs. He has also planned and published many books on female TV announcers, idols, and the TV industry. While working on documentary programs, he became interested in history and recently published "Ieyasu was dead in Sekigahara" (Takeshobo Shinsho). She has also published the e-book series "Ibun chakurezuregusa" (Different Stories about Craftsmen).

 Ukon Shima (Broadcaster, Video Producer)

 Yuka Kikuchi (Ono), Takahiro Kagawa (Ito)

 NHK's morning drama "Tora ni Tsubasa" is being called a "masterpiece" partly because of the passionate performance by the heroine, Sairi Ito. The high praise is due in large part to the presence of Machiko Ono, who appears as the "narrator" of the drama. ......

Manami Honjou&#8217;s Stellar Performance Leads Tora ni Tsubasa to Masterpiece Status

 China's former top actresses have been hit by a series of scandals. Tax evasion, child abandonment, and huge hidden assets overseas. ...... One after another, allegations are surfacing. Here is the story of her life after she was virtually banned from the entertainment industry.

Ex-Top Chinese Actress Faces Surrogacy Scandal and Bankruptcy Allegations

 Sota Shima (1st photo), Keisuke Nishi (2nd~4th photos)

 Hiroki Hasegawa's drama "Antihero" is doing well. However, he is often made fun of for his drinking mistakes on variety shows. One time, he was so drunk that he unexpectedly revealed his "true feelings"--...

Hidetoshi Hasegawa&#8217;s Secret Revelations of Drinking Habits and Truths Spilled in Private

 On April 8, Yuka Kurotani participated in an event as chief of police for a day at the Chiba Prefectural Police Station. She shook hands and asked for autographs from many children and mothers. Some moms were surprised to see Kurotani smiling and asking for autographs.

Yuko Kurotani&#8217;s Timeless Charm Shines as She Takes on Role of Police Chief for a Day

 Yusuke Kondo (Kento Nakajima), Yuri Adachi (Fuma Kikuchi)

 Nakajima Kento's withdrawal from "Sexy Zone" and Sexy Zone's change of group name to "timelesz". The comments on the delivery in which such a big announcement was made have become a topic of conversation.

Kento Nakajima&#8217;s Departure Marks a Timeless Transformation, Initial Reactions Divide

 Elvis Costello came to Japan for the first time in eight years for a concert tour. Many fans gathered in front of the concert hall dressing room for autographs on the first day of the tour, and Costello, 69, was flippantly responding to the fans' requests.

Elvis Costello Makes a Funky Entrance Despite Smashed Face Incident

 Hezumaryu, a former nuisance YouTuber, revealed that he had filed a disclosure claim against a person who defamed him on the Internet, etc. and got a settlement of 500,000 yen by visiting his home. His methods have been used by famous people in the past. ......

Miura Kazuyoshi&#8217;s Defamation Lawsuit: Unpacking the Hesomaryu Incident and the 50,000 Yen Settlement

 Tetsu Okazaki's national tour started on April 14. It was only a few days before that that we spotted Okazaki, who apologized for the confusion over this ticket information. I have nothing but fondness for the sight of him on the move in neighborhood fashion.

Okazaki Taiiku Apologizes for Live Tour Chaos, Caught on Camera in Casual Neighborhood Style with Trainer

 Makoto Kuwata

 Recently, the release dates of TOBE and STARTO ENTERTAINMENT (former Johnny's) have been overlapping on many days, and there has been talk that TOBE may be deliberately trying to clash with the former Johnny's. This has become a hot topic of conversation.

[Claire] &#8220;TOBE&#8221; Release Date of New Songs Coincides with the Old Johnny&#8217;s Release Date

 Shinji Hamasaki

 She is a future "morning drama heroine!　She is a young acting talent who attracted attention for her role as an honor student in "Dragon Cherry Blossom" and starred in two serial dramas in the January season.

 Ayara Shida was named in a roundtable discussion of the "next breakout actresses" chosen by entertainment reporters and Drama watchers. She is a hot young actress who was scouted when she was in the 6th grade of elementary school and entered the entertainment industry, and starred in two serial dramas in the January season this year.

Shida Sara Takes on Dual Drama Roles: Determined to Cement Breakthrough Status with Hard Work

 Sono Aida (Fukuchi), Taichi Chiba (Deguchi), Kazuhiko Nakamura (Hara, Shirakawa)

 Yumi Kawai, Nagisa Saito, Rei Shirakawa, Ami Toma, Natsuki Deguchi, Momoko Fukuchi, and others...talented actresses with a strong presence are rising one after another!

 A comprehensive review of the "next breakout actresses" in 2024! Experts held a roundtable discussion! The rise of talented actresses with a strong presence one after another. The "post-Tsuzu Hirose" will be one of the hottest young actresses. ......

Exploring the Next Breakthrough Actresses &#8211; Who Will Follow in the Footsteps of Post-Hirosue Suzu Phenomenon?

 Kazuhiko Nakamura, Yusuke Kondo, Sota Shima, Keisuke Nishi, Shigeki Katano, Masaharu Kamimoto, Kaya Takeuchi, Naomi Horikawa, Fumi Koyano, Yutaka Asai

 Ryoko Hirosue will appear in public for the first time in a long time after her indefinite suspension due to the adultery scandal last June and her independence from her agency. Is this a "flag" for a fresh start as an actress and in her private life?

Ryoko Hirosue will soon appear at her first event since becoming independent.

 Yasuko Sakaguchi

 Downtown" Hitoshi Matsumoto's trial with the Weekly Bunshun has begun. Both sides seem to have no option but to "settle," and if the case goes all the way to the Supreme Court, it is expected to take three or four years. ......

Network Navigating Downtown DX Cancellation Amid Matsumoto Hitoshi&#8217;s Ongoing Legal Battle

 Born in Ehime Prefecture. After working at a broadcasting station, she became a freelance writer. She specializes in interviews with celebrities and analysis of popular events, and is always on the lookout for serial dramas and popular Japanese movies. She is a well-known beautiful writer in the magazine industry.

 Nanako

 Sota Shima (1st, 5th), Kazuhiko Nakamura (2nd~3rd), Takahiro Kagawa (4th)

 Tomohisa Yamashita is returning to the Fuji TV drama series "Blue Moment" for the first time in five years. His role in the drama, in which he protects lives from a weather disaster, has raised expectations for the drama, but the key to its success lies in the two co-starring actresses...

The Secret to Tomohisa Yamashita&#8217;s Comeback in &#8216;Blue Moment&#8217; Lies with Those Two Actresses

 Sota Shima, Ai Takagi (6th and 7th), Toshiaki Ichihara (8th), Yuri Adachi (9th)

 On April 13, "Sports Hochi" reported Yumi Adachi's love affair. The other party is said to be actor Katsudai Suzuki, but Adachi's office denies this. About a month earlier, this magazine had come across the scene of a "love date" with her ex-husband, Tomoki Kuwashima.

Entertainment

The truth about Tokyo Performance Doll: Confessions of the first members, Satomi Kihara and Mai Yagita!

Prop Master Sentenced to 1 Year and 6 Months in Jail, Alec Baldwin’s Concerns Over Impact on Film Following Misfire Incident – July Trial Looms

Concerns Mount Over Satoshi Ohno’s Trauma, Inside Arashi Corporation’s Search for a Celebration Together with Fans Commemorative Event

Mao Daichi & Akira Akasaka’s Rebuttal to Magazine’s Adultery Allegations

Ohtani’s 100 Billion Yen Income from Advertisement, Buys 2.6 Billion Yen Hawaii Villa

Announcer Aika Kanda Challenges Perception, Shohei Otani’s Wife Not Just a Model

Actor Naomasa Musaka Confesses “I Was Deceived Too. I Hope They Get Arrested Soon” – Suspected of 200 Million Yen Fraud Against Eldest Son

Minami Moriyama: A Journey Through Resilience and Talent

Unraveling the Scripted Secrets Behind the Boogie Woogie Gossip in FRIDAY

Manami Honjou’s Stellar Performance Leads Tora ni Tsubasa to Masterpiece Status

Ex-Top Chinese Actress Faces Surrogacy Scandal and Bankruptcy Allegations

Hidetoshi Hasegawa’s Secret Revelations of Drinking Habits and Truths Spilled in Private

Yuko Kurotani’s Timeless Charm Shines as She Takes on Role of Police Chief for a Day

Kento Nakajima’s Departure Marks a Timeless Transformation, Initial Reactions Divide

Elvis Costello Makes a Funky Entrance Despite Smashed Face Incident

Miura Kazuyoshi’s Defamation Lawsuit: Unpacking the Hesomaryu Incident and the 50,000 Yen Settlement

Okazaki Taiiku Apologizes for Live Tour Chaos, Caught on Camera in Casual Neighborhood Style with Trainer

[Claire] “TOBE” Release Date of New Songs Coincides with the Old Johnny’s Release Date

Shida Sara Takes on Dual Drama Roles: Determined to Cement Breakthrough Status with Hard Work

Exploring the Next Breakthrough Actresses – Who Will Follow in the Footsteps of Post-Hirosue Suzu Phenomenon?

Ryoko Hirosue will soon appear at her first event since becoming independent.

Network Navigating Downtown DX Cancellation Amid Matsumoto Hitoshi’s Ongoing Legal Battle

The Secret to Tomohisa Yamashita’s Comeback in ‘Blue Moment’ Lies with Those Two Actresses

Yumi Adachi is dating an actor 11 years younger than her Ex-Husband and Recently Spotted in Downtown Stroll with Ex-Husband