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 The "Osaka-Kansai Expo" started on April 13. Although the Expo had been lacking in excitement, once the doors were opened, the event was a success, with visitors taking about an hour to enter the venue. However, a problem has surfaced that could dampen the excitement. ......

Long Lines and Expensive Toilets Expo Association Struggles with Bathroom Issues

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 On April 9, Kazunari Ninomiya's regular TV show, "Nino Nadai," began airing on the TV network. He has also been active in a variety of other fields, including movies, dramas, and books. One of the reasons for this is his "geezer-ization.

Kazunari Ninomiya Shines with His Aging Persona Winning Over Comedians

 Izumi Nakagawa

 Land prices in Japan have risen for the fourth consecutive year, and condominium prices in the 23 wards and surrounding areas have also increased. At this rate, only the wealthy will be able to live in Tokyo. Will housing prices continue to rise?

Tokyo Real Estate Soars as City Edges Closer to Being Only for the Wealthy

 Mineko Miwa

 Courtesy of the event organizer

 Snow Machine" is a music event that is attracting a lot of attention because it is the embodiment of an overseas festival without having to leave Japan. While the increase in the number of inbound visitors has boosted the economy, it has also caused a number of problems locally.

Inbound visitors cheer and locals scream &#8211; &#8220;Snow Machine,&#8221; a Japanese festival without Japanese people

 Ippei Hara

 Ryoko Hirosue was released on bail on April 16. When we see a celebrity making bail, we usually see the celebrity coming out in front of dozens of TV cameras and still cameras and apologizing. However, Hirosue's bail was quiet with little media coverage. ......

Ryoko Hirosue Bail Footage Exclusive to Nippon TV The Untold Story Behind the Scoop

 Keitaro Nakagawa

 On April 1, Fuji Television held its initiation ceremony, and four new female announcers joined the company. One of them, Mion Asakura, won the runner-up prize in the "Miss World Japan" 2023. We unearthed and unveiled her appearance at that time!

New Fuji TV Announcer Asakura Mio Rising Star and 2023 Miss World Japan Runner Up

 Shimei Kurita (nonfiction writer)

 Special Readings

 Tobita Shinchi, Japan's largest chonen, is located in Nishinari-ku, Osaka City. The suffering of those who work hard in this town is not well known. A woman who once reigned as a "top girl" but retired last year reveals the reality of Tobita.

Part 2: Tobita Shinchi Revealed – A Former Top Hostess on Industry Shifts and Life After

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 Tobita Shinchi, Japan's largest chonen, is located in Nishinari-ku, Osaka City. The struggles of the people who work hard in this town are not well known. A woman who once reigned as a "top girl" but retired last year reveals the reality of Tobita.

Confessions of a Former Top Hostess The Hidden Truth of Tobita Shinchi and How She Made a Pro Athlete’s Salary

 Kazuki Shimomura

 Hitoko Goto

 Keizo Kuroda (Iris)

 Special Interview

 Hitomi Kuroki told her husband one day before the outbreak of the new Corona virus, "I'm thinking of quitting acting. Kuroki, who became the top Takarazuka actress in 1982 at the age of 22, has been active as an actress and director since leaving the Takarazuka troupe.

Hitomi Kuroki Opens Up About Her Unwavering Passion for Acting and the Joke She Shares with Her Husband

 Shinsuke Sakai

 Courtesy of President Nishimura

 RIZIN" and "Nissitan Clinic" are suing over a "44 million yen advertising fee dispute. In the recent court decision, the "Nissitan" side won the case, but... The following is a summary of the case and the arguments of the two sides.

RIZIN Loses 44 Million Yen Lawsuit Over No Pork Cutlet Controversy

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 This month, Kazuma Endo, the representative of the large-scale scout group "Access," was arrested again. The police investigation is gradually revealing the whole picture of the group, which until now has been shrouded in mystery.

Illegal Recruitment Ring Access Makes 7 Billion Yen: The Role of the Housewife Behind the Operation

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 Mercari" is popular for allowing anyone to buy and sell items privately on the Internet like at a flea market. However, since you don't know who you're dealing with, there are unexpected pitfalls. ......

Paid 78,500 Yen for Designer Jeans and Got a Gummy Instead — Here’s What to Do

 Nanako

 In February, five new members were chosen for "Timelesz," which had a great response, and the program came to an end. However, the popularity of the new member, Takuto Teranishi, is said to be unusually high among women's magazines. What is the reason why everyone wants to talk about him so much?

Why Everyone is Talking About timelesz New Member Takuto Teranishi

 Sadao Furunuma is a legendary high school soccer general who is no stranger to the world of high school soccer. What does he think of the second Moriyasu Japan team?

Legendary Coach Sadao Furunuma Believes Moriyasu Japan Can Reach the World Cup Quarterfinals

 Norifumi Arakida (FRIDAY Digital Entertainment Desk)

 Kazuhiko Nakamura (1st), Hiroyuki Komatsu (2nd, 4th)

 In February, Mrs. Devi launched a new party, the "12 (Wannyan) Peace Party," with pet protection as its policy, and became its representative. She was sent to prosecutors on charges of assaulting an employee.


Devi Fujin Questioned by Police for 5 Hours Over Assault Allegations Responds to Press After Interrogation

 Former Hanshin manager Akifu Okada, 67, who is now an advisor to the team's owner, has been reportedly suffering from "serious health problems" since last week, causing a stir around the team.

Rumors Surrounding Former Hanshin Tigers Manager Akihiro Okada’s Health Spark Concern in Baseball Community

 Yasuko Funamoto

 On March 28, a massive earthquake hit Myanmar. While the region is still in turmoil, former Myanmar national soccer team member Piet Riang Aung is one of those who are concerned about the devastation in his country. He defected in '21 and is now settled in Japan. ......

Rubble and Chaos of Former Soccer Star Recounts the Devastation of the Myanmar Earthquake

 Jiji Press (8th photo) Hiroyuki Komatsu (9th photo)

 The real picture of a black market organization with 2,000 members, including highly educated young people, that rakes in 5 billion yen a year.

 Natural" is one of the largest illegal scout groups in Japan, raking in 5 billion yen a year. Organized like a large corporation, it is a black organization with strict security and control over 2,000 members. What is the true identity of the top management, as revealed by an active member?

Illegal Scout Group Natural Members Reveal Truth About Their Violent Leader

 Hiroyuki Komatsu (3rd photo)

 The real picture of a black market organization with 2,000 members, including highly educated young people, that rakes in 5 billion yen a year is revealed.

 The largest illegal scout group in Japan, "Natural," rakes in 5 billion yen a year. Organized like a large corporation, it is a black organization with strict security and control over 2,000 members. An active member of the group revealed the "fearful control" of the group.

Defectors Wanted: Current Members Expose the Rule of Fear Inside the Illegal Scouting Group Natural

 Kazuhiko Nakamura (1st to 4th), Ippei Hara (5th)

 On April 11, Riisa Naka announced the end of her contract with her agency and that she will continue to work independently. In recent years, an increasing number of celebrities have become independent from their agencies. We explored the background of this trend.

Riisa Naka and Mayu Matsuoka Go Freelance: The Work Style Reform Behind Popular Celebrities

 Etsuko Motokawa (soccer writer)

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 Eiji Kawashima was selected for the national team for four consecutive World Cups until 2010. Kawashima has experienced adversity many times in his 24-year professional career. Kawashima has been thinking about something he has done every time adversity has come his way.

Kawashima Eiji Former Japan GK and Jubilo Iwata Legend Talks About Overcoming Adversity in J2

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (entertainment journalist)

 Sota Shima

 Ryoko Hirosue was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving. Her "eccentricities" have often been reported since she was a young woman, such as when she was photographed taking a cab from central Tokyo to Chiba without paying the fare.

Ryoko Hirosue&#8217;s Bizarre Behavior and Obsession with Mayonnaise Witnessed at a Club

 Sarie Yoshizawa

 What kind of man is allowed to be a polygamist?　To find out, Sari Yoshizawa, a self-proclaimed bottom-feeder, tried out for Mr. Watanabe's "Fifth Wife Audition". What she saw there is available at ......

Gravure Idol Faces Trouble After Date with Polygamous Man

 Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1962. Worked with Toshiaki Megumi in the duo "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

 Honjamaka" Hidehiko Ishizuka's ″May I Love You″ days vol.14 

 In this episode of "Honjamaka" Hidehiko Ishizuka's "Great Days" vol.14, Ishizuka talks about an episode with actor Toshiyuki Nishida, who he says is "still my target person. Ishizuka met Nishida while on location for a TV program, and was surprised by his proposal...?

The greatness that changed the atmosphere of the scene in an instant&#8230;&#8230; &#8220;Honjamaka&#8221; Hidehiko Ishizuka&#8217;s &#8220;Memories with Toshiyuki Nishida

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