 Joyman" is making a comeback with his commercial for "Pilkul Miracle Care. Last year, he appeared 112 times in business, ranking him number one by far among comedians affiliated with Yoshimoto Kogyo. Why is a one-hit wonder so valued in the industry?

Exploring the Resurgence of Joyman and the Enduring Appeal of Yoshio Kojima Among Children in the Reiwa Era

 Takehiko Kohiyama, Toshihiro Nakaikawa (wedding)

 LAGUNAMOON

 Debuted in the entertainment world at the age of 13 and became one of the top young actresses of the 1990s - now she is continuing treatment for vitiligo, a condition with no known cure, and releasing a photo book for the first time in 15 years.

 Actress Megumi Okuna made her debut in the entertainment world at the age of 13. She quickly gained popularity as a star of purity, and has now released her first photo book in 15 years. However, it has not been smooth sailing for her, as she has been diagnosed with "vitiligo vulgaris," which has no known cure. ......

Life in Fast Forward: A Conversation with Megumi Okina on the Blur of Busy Years

 Mihiro Kikuchi

 In this issue of Playback, we look back at what we were reporting 10, 20, and 30 years ago. In this issue, we look back at Bae Yong-jun and Choi Ji-woo, who became very popular in 2004 with "Winter Sonata. This is where the "Korean Wave" began.

Playback &#8217;04] The Beginning of the Hallyu Boom: 5,000 Fans Flooded into Japan for Bae Yong Joon&#8217;s Visit

 Shinji Hamasaki

 They are actually the same age and joined the company at the same time!

 Miyoko Kikkawa and Itiro Furudate, who have been at the forefront of the announcing profession for almost half a century, have a special talk!

W Legends Talk for 120 Minutes &#8211; Miyoko Kikkawa and Itiro Furudate &#8220;Honne no TV &#038; Announcer Theory

 Born in Tokyo in 1946. He has a unique career path from Shochiku Advertising Department to women's magazine reporter to entertainment reporter. He has appeared on "The Wide" and "Information Live Miyaneya" (both on Nippon Television Network Corporation), and currently appears regularly on "Mentai Wide" (Fukuoka Broadcasting System), "Su Matan" (Yomiuri TV), and Rainbow Town FM.

 Toshio Ishikawa (Entertainment Reporter)

 Shoichiro Tsuboi

 Akebono, the 64th yokozuna who created the unprecedented "sumo boom" with Takanohana and Wakanohana, has passed away. After retiring from the Sumo Association, he turned to martial arts and professional wrestling, and had a tumultuous life that included a long period of hospitalization. ......

In Memoriam] &#8220;Crying over crotch splitting&#8230;&#8221; Former Yokozuna Akebono&#8217;s passing reminds us of the &#8220;structure of bullying in the sumo world,&#8221; as he had revealed.

 Yoshito Murata

 STARTO ENTERTAINMENT, a new talent management company established by the former Johnny's (now "SMILE-UP."), is now being called into question for its management capabilities.

Naniwa Danshi&#8217;s Official Instagram Leaks Secret Meeting with Sexy Actress, Raising Concerns Over New Company&#8217;s Management

 Keisuke Nishi (Tetsushi Tanaka), Kojiro Yamada (Hana Kuroki), Yusuke Kondo (Mikako Tabe)

 Even in April, there has been no end to the number of big-name celebrities leaving their agencies and going independent. A senior executive at a major long-established entertainment agency said, "The number one reason is financial problems. There are other reasons, but the meaning of the existence of major entertainment agencies is now being questioned.

Financial Concerns Drive Rush Towards Independence of Kuroki Haru, Tanaka Tetsushi, and Tabe Mikako

 Yusuke Kondo

 Shingo Katori, who saw Number_i's success, said that the talent who left Johnny's was subjected to tremendous pressure. An entertainment magazine reporter explains the truth behind this.

Will &#8220;Number_i&#8221;&#8216;s rapid progress continue&#8230; After &#8220;Shingo Katori&#8221; left the company, he intensely revealed his past struggles with discovery to his former office

 Keisuke Takahashi

 Miki Ide, a graduate of the Kunitachi College of Music, is expanding her activities. We interviewed her for her first "adult" gravure photo shoot.

 We interview Miki Ide, a graduate of the Kunitachi College of Music, who has made her gravure debut.

Japan&#8217;s Number One Circle Beauty Miki Ide Starts Full-fledged Gravure Activities!

 Kyodo News (Rokuhira)

 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.

Renowned supporting actor Naomasa Rokudaira was involved in his eldest son&#8217;s suspected 200 million yen investment fraud!

 Keisuke Nishi

 Recently, a number of celebrities have been "going independent" from entertainment agencies. Riho Yoshioka and Mitsu Dan have gone out of business due to bankruptcy or other reasons. Also, Mikako Tabe, Kuranosuke Sasaki, and other successful actors have left their companies. ......

Wave of Independence Masks Industry Reorganization Driven by ¥10,000 Daily Fee, Resulting in Price Collapse

 Aika Kanda

 47] Me, Pink, and Sometimes New York

 Aika Kanda, who cut her hair. Did you get divorced?" But that is not the case. So, why did she cut her hair? It all started from a small misunderstanding with the stylist of "Poka Poka". ......

Free Announcer Aika Kanda, Why a 43-Year-Old Woman Got a Haircut

 Takao Kawakami (1st and 11th photos), Yukiko Fukuda (2nd and 3rd photos), Takero Yuzuru, Yuya Kawasaki, Sota Shima (9th and 10th photos)

 In March, Shukan Bunshun (Weekly Bunshun) reported "lovey-dovey kissing" pictures of Mai Asada with a businessman. This magazine has photographed Mai Asada from her days as a figure skater, when she boasted of her idol-like popularity, to the time when she was a woman in love. Please take a look.

Mai Asada&#8217;s Alleged Flirtation with Boyfriend Taka from Oneoku Captured in Pheromone-Infused Photos

 Shinji Hasuo

 Shigeru Jojima's "Weekly News Reader" (TV Asahi), in which he served as MC for nine years, has come to an end. TV Asahi's news-related departments are said to be rejoicing. The reason for this had nothing to do with the Johnny's issue, but with Jojima's MC ability?

TV Station Reveals Reasons for Ending 13-Year MC Role of Shigeru Joshima

 Kei Kato

 Kaus Nakata is also known as "Kausu Nakata" because of his "untouchable presence" in Yoshimoto. He said that he was "out" about the "sexual assault report" of Hitoshi Matsumoto, but what was even more shocking was the fact that ......

Nakata Cause&#8217;s Criticism Shifts Atmosphere at Yoshimoto: Oozaki Appointment a Failure

 Ichiro Takatsuka

 Many onlookers gathered in front of the Tokyo District Court - Takuya Kimura and Takumi Saito, dressed in suits, were filming a scene for TV Asahi's 65th anniversary drama "Believe - Kimi ni kakeru hashi. During the filming, Kimura looked like he was on the edge of his seat...

Stir as Takuya Kimura Appears at Tokyo District Court, Top Talent of New Company Radiates Aura of Determination

 Ippei Hara

 Is the message "Wednesday's Downtown" in the program "The budget for the program has run out" a story or a real shortage? Is it a story or is there really a shortage? Is it a joke or are they really running out? The TV station screamed, "We really don't have enough budget. ....

The Beginning of The End of TV Stations

 Kei Kato (Kausu Nakata), Takayuki Ogawauchi (Mr. Osaki), Ippei Hara (Hitoshi Matsumoto), Shinji Hasuo (Mr. Okamoto)

 Exclusive 120-minute confession: "If he has laid his hands on customers and amateurs," ...... Former special advisor to a major figure who has supported the "comedy empire" for more than half a century speaks out about a string of troubles.

 Kaus Nakata, who once served as a special advisor to Yoshimoto Kogyo and was called the "fixer of Yoshimoto," speaks out on the Hitoshi Matsumoto issue! In 120 minutes of exclusive confessions, Kaus shares his philosophy on comedians and his biting criticisms of Matsumoto.

Osaka Comedian Don Nakata Kaus Addresses Matsumoto Hitoshi Problem and Criticisms

 Norman Reedus, popular actor of the "Dead Man Walking" series, accompanied by his wife Diane Kruger and others, made a secret visit to Japan. Despite this, many fans were waiting for his arrival at Wife Airport. How did they know?

Chaotic Welcome in Airport Lobby Sparks Enthusiasm for Norman Reedus, The Walking Dead Star

 Sayaka Kanda passed away in December 2009. Her marriage to former actor Takehisa Maeyama was said to be a done deal. However, he has now retired from show business, but he has been posting "promotional photos" on social networking sites ......

Ex-Boyfriend Shares &#8216;Promo Style&#8217; Photos from Saya Kaisha Kanda, Heralding Comeback Countdown

 Kojiro Yamada (1st~3rd), Tetsuko Takemoto (4th), Yusuke Kondo (5th)

 In the midst of the ongoing "independence rush" of actors and actresses, Hana Kuroki announced her decision to leave her agency at the end of March. She says that her decision to go independent was supported by a senior actress with whom she has consulted on various matters and with whom she has a close relationship.

Longing to Collaborate: Did &#8220;That Actress&#8221; Encourage Kuroki Hana&#8217;s Independence?

 Katsumi Koizumi

 Yuri Adachi

 Takuro Morinaga, who announced his stage 4 pancreatic cancer last December, talks about his "present" and "the future of Japan" in the midst of his battle with the disease.

 Takuro Morinaga, an economic analyst, announced last December that he had stage 4 pancreatic cancer. He said, "I was told I would never see cherry blossoms, but so far I'm still fine. He talked about "his present" and "the future of Japan" in the midst of his battle with the disease.

Takuro Morinaga&#8217;s Cry of the Soul: &#8220;I&#8217;m not dead yet! Japanese stocks will crash soon!&#8221;

 After working as a desk clerk in the culture department of an evening newspaper, an editorial staff member of a publishing company, and a copywriter, Watabe became a freelance entertainment writer. He covers all aspects of the entertainment industry, including movies, theater, acting, and music. He also writes undercover as a ghostwriter for celebrity books and other publications<br />.<br />


 Watabe Wataru

 Kyodo News

 After stirring up the public, the new members of "Laugh Spot" were finally announced. The new member was Harunosuke Tachikawa, the first member from the Tachikawa school in 55 years to take over from Hayashiya Kikugen, but behind the scenes, he was ......


Nippon TV Threatens to Lose Control by Encouraging New Members of Shoten and Compelling Them to Lie and Keep Silent

 A group of former Johnny's Jr. members, "Ae! Group," is set to debut on May 15. The debut of "Ae! group" by former Johnny's Jr. is drawing a lot of attention as a sign of the future of the new Johnny's. In the midst of all this, a former member who left the group for "compli... ......

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Exploring the Resurgence of Joyman and the Enduring Appeal of Yoshio Kojima Among Children in the Reiwa Era

Life in Fast Forward: A Conversation with Megumi Okina on the Blur of Busy Years

Playback ’04] The Beginning of the Hallyu Boom: 5,000 Fans Flooded into Japan for Bae Yong Joon’s Visit

W Legends Talk for 120 Minutes – Miyoko Kikkawa and Itiro Furudate “Honne no TV & Announcer Theory

In Memoriam] “Crying over crotch splitting…” Former Yokozuna Akebono’s passing reminds us of the “structure of bullying in the sumo world,” as he had revealed.

Naniwa Danshi’s Official Instagram Leaks Secret Meeting with Sexy Actress, Raising Concerns Over New Company’s Management

Financial Concerns Drive Rush Towards Independence of Kuroki Haru, Tanaka Tetsushi, and Tabe Mikako

Will “Number_i”‘s rapid progress continue… After “Shingo Katori” left the company, he intensely revealed his past struggles with discovery to his former office

Japan’s Number One Circle Beauty Miki Ide Starts Full-fledged Gravure Activities!

Renowned supporting actor Naomasa Rokudaira was involved in his eldest son’s suspected 200 million yen investment fraud!

Wave of Independence Masks Industry Reorganization Driven by ¥10,000 Daily Fee, Resulting in Price Collapse

Free Announcer Aika Kanda, Why a 43-Year-Old Woman Got a Haircut

Mai Asada’s Alleged Flirtation with Boyfriend Taka from Oneoku Captured in Pheromone-Infused Photos

TV Station Reveals Reasons for Ending 13-Year MC Role of Shigeru Joshima

Nakata Cause’s Criticism Shifts Atmosphere at Yoshimoto: Oozaki Appointment a Failure

Stir as Takuya Kimura Appears at Tokyo District Court, Top Talent of New Company Radiates Aura of Determination

The Beginning of The End of TV Stations

Osaka Comedian Don Nakata Kaus Addresses Matsumoto Hitoshi Problem and Criticisms

Chaotic Welcome in Airport Lobby Sparks Enthusiasm for Norman Reedus, The Walking Dead Star

Ex-Boyfriend Shares ‘Promo Style’ Photos from Saya Kaisha Kanda, Heralding Comeback Countdown

Longing to Collaborate: Did “That Actress” Encourage Kuroki Hana’s Independence?

Takuro Morinaga’s Cry of the Soul: “I’m not dead yet! Japanese stocks will crash soon!”

Nippon TV Threatens to Lose Control by Encouraging New Members of Shoten and Compelling Them to Lie and Keep Silent

Fukumoto Daiharu’s Timing Astounds Amidst “Ae! Group” May Debut