 Kumataro Arai

 The staff saw it! Inside story of Television

 Mitsuho Fukudome, a former member of AKB48's Team 8, has become a popular figure in boat racing-related programs and distribution. Because of the good pay, the entertainment industry is now competing with each other for public gambling jobs.

The Fierce Competition for Public Gambling Jobs in Entertainment and Why It Makes Sense

 Afro (Hiroyuki)

 The rising prices of commodities due to the weak yen have only caused real wages to decline. The lives of ordinary people are becoming harder and harder, but amidst all this, two influencers are taking part in a "battle over the weak yen," calling for "300 yen to the dollar. ......

Hiroyuki vs. Yoichi Takahashi: The Online &#8216;Yen Depreciation Battle&#8217; Reveals the Hardships of Ordinary People

 Kenji Sugawara

 Actress, office president, and producer at her own pace

 A little after 10:00 a.m. in late May, I spotted a woman wearing a white all-white look - actress Kyoko Koizumi in a T-shirt, overalls, and sneakers. ......

Kyoko Koizumi Makes Dramatic Return After Seven Years: Intriguing Dynamic with Kosuke Toyohara

 Shinji Hasuo

 A 52-year-old woman living in Nerima Ward, Tokyo, was arrested. She is suspected of killing her husband by hitting him on the head with a golf club. On the day of the incident, the husband and wife had been fighting since early morning. The following is a detailed report on the incident caused by the wife, who appeared to be smiling at the time of the transfer.

52-Year-Old Wife Suspected of Killing Husband with Golf Club

 A 46-year-old man was arrested for murdering his ex-wife. The bodies of three toddlers were also found in the house where the crime was committed. The man was also implicated in the murder of his children. What is the man's horrifying motive for stabbing his children one after another as they ran away from him?

Four Deaths Including a Mother and Her Kids — The Unforgivable Motive of a 46-Year-Old Man

 Ryo Nakahira

 Mikichi Tonozaki, a junior high school teacher who was arrested for committing an indecent act against his student, revealed at his trial that his motive was too selfish. At his trial, he revealed an extremely selfish motive.

Junior High Teacher Arrested for Indecent Conduct Reveals Selfish Motive at Trial

 Nakahira

 Mikichi Tosaki was arrested on suspicion of indecent assault on a junior high school student. The parents of a student who was the victim of his indecent acts reveal their anger.

Parents of Students Victimized by Teachers&#8217; Sexual Misconduct Share Their Anger and Regret

 Kojiro Yamada

 Takuya Kimura's first drama since the Johnny's office scandal, "Believe- Kimi ni Kakeru Hashi" (Believe: The Bridge Over You), ended on a positive note. What is the current state of Kimura Takuya, who gave the impression of resurgence?

Kimura Takuya&#8217;s Post-Scandal Drama Performs Well, but Industry Warns Against Over-Expectations

 Sayuri Saito

 Afro

 When eating with others, anxiety and nervousness increase, causing nausea, stomach pain, and difficulty in swallowing. Many of the victims cite the school lunch program's "complete meal" policy, which forces students to eat without leaving any leftovers, as the trigger for the onset of their phobia.

The Reality of Dining-Out Phobia and Fear of Eating in Front of Others

 Yasuko Sakaguchi

 Currently writes articles on entertainment, movies, Hollywood information, etc. for the web magazine "PlusαToday". Member of the Japan Film Pen Club

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

 It has been about half a year since "Downtown" Hitoshi Matsumoto disappeared from the public stage. He has filed a lawsuit against Bunshun for libel and slander, claiming damages of about 550 million yen, and has also suggested that he will add on "compensation for absence from work. ......

5.5 Billion Yen Defamation Claim: Matsumoto Hitoshi Sues Bunshun for Lost Wages

 Takehiko Kohiyama (Mr. Hosaka)

 Recently, the number of elderly people suffering from depression, or "geriatric depression," has been increasing rapidly. Why is this depression more frightening than dementia, and what can be done to prevent it? We asked psychiatrist Takashi Hosaka.

The Growing Risk of Senior Depression and Its Greater Threat Compared to Dementia

 Yusuke Kondo

 King&Prince boasts tremendous popularity, but in the past year, the group has faced various troubles behind their success. A reporter familiar with Johnny's explains the details.

King &#038; Prince&#8217;s Continued Success Faces Challenges with Fan-Induced Delays and Venue Fire

 Ippei Hara

 Nippon TV's "with MUSIC," which is expected to become the next flagship music program, is at a major crossroads. A number of artists have already refused to appear on the program. Furthermore, voices of dissatisfaction are said to be coming from within the station as well.

Advertisers Withdraw as Viewer Disengagement Hits With MUSIC

 Sota Shima

 The embezzlement case against Shohei Otani by Ippei Mizuhara has caused a worldwide uproar. Aiko went to court herself, and Tortoise Matsumoto of "Wolfram's" resigned immediately. ......

Financial Struggles of Top Artists: Aiko, Mr. Children, Tortoise Matsumoto, and the Dark Side of the Music Industry

 Hironori Jinno (Nonfiction writer)

 The Asahi Shimbun (Chairman Inoue), Sadayasu Naito (company building)

 Despite being a charismatic figure who has reigned at the top of management for 30 years...

 Inoue Inoue, chairman of Daikin Industries, a major air-conditioning manufacturer, will step down at the general shareholders' meeting on June 27. At the same time, a huge "special merit payment" will be made, causing a stir. Is it a fair amount? Questions are being raised both inside and outside the company...

Controversy Surrounds Daikin&#8217;s $4.3 Billion Special Achievement Reward for 89-Year-Old Chairman

 Kojiro Yamada (Matsuoka), Yusuke Kondo (Meguro), Yoshito Murata (Yamada)

 The joint press conference for Fuji's July season dramas held on July 11 was a gorgeous event with 15 actors from 5 dramas. However, for some reason, there were no members of the press present at the press conference. There was a complicated "adult situation" at the conference.

Fuji TV did not invite the press to the joint press conference for the drama series.

 Courtesy of WTT

 Women's Singles and Mixed Doubles for the second consecutive time!

 For the second week in a row, Hina Hayata of women's table tennis won two international championships. While the Chinese teams were strategically absent from the tournaments, Hayata continued to compete and gain experience! The key to "Gold in Paris Olympics" is "pushing the limits.

Hina Hayata is in a state of unrivaled performance in international competitions with no Chinese rivals! Hina Hayata: The key to &#8220;Gold at the Paris Olympics&#8221; is &#8220;Pushing the Limits!

 Shimei Kurita (nonfiction writer)

 A Lexus SUV was dispatched among a fleet of luxury cars including BMWs and Porsches.

 The "Japanese-style ridesharing" service has been lifted in some areas, including Tokyo, in an effort to alleviate the cab shortage. Two months after the service was launched, we interviewed a driver who used the app and tried it out...and showed up at the dispatch location in a Lexus.

Two Months After the Start of the Japanese Ride-Sharing Service: The Good and the Bad

 50 meters above the ground! In an airplane! On a cliff! In an underground air-raid shelter!

 A number of outlandish and eye-catching restaurants have become the talk of the town in China. Aerial restaurants and restaurants built on the edge of a cliff! We take a look at some of the out-of-the-box Chinese eateries that are captivating even the most discerning of tourists!

Is this &#8220;Gachi-China&#8221; too? A large collection of &#8220;outlandish restaurants&#8221; very popular in China!

 Koichi Kikuchi (1st right, 2nd, 13th, 14th), Masaharu Uemoto (1st left), Takeshi Kinugawa (3rd, 5th, 8th, 9th), Masaki Miyasaka, Naoki Kamidate, Takeo Shigure, Takehiko Kobiyama,

 Former NTV announcer Minako Nagai recently spoke about her return to NTV. Nagai was a leading figure in the "female announcer boom" of the 1990s. FRIDAY photographed many female announcers at the time. Let's look back on those days with these images.

Minako Nagai, Akiko Yagi, Eriko Nakamura&#8230; Images of &#8220;Idol Announcers&#8221; who led the &#8217;90s boom

 Kyodo News

 At the Earth Mondamin Cup, a women's golf tournament in Japan, there was a man with sunglasses and a stubble beard who stood out from the crowd. As a support player, he is reminded of the scandal of '18. ......

Shinko Katayama&#8217;s &#8220;First Caddie in 34 Years&#8221; Reputation and Reminiscent of the &#8220;Scandals

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 The Kishida administration of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), which is struggling with a declining approval rating, has announced another policy that is likely to "strike a nerve" in the public. Now, men and women, young and old, will be required to have a my number card in order to purchase a cell phone, an essential part of life. ......

Behind the &#8220;My Number&#8221; Obligation for Mobile Phone Contracts: &#8220;Public and Private Sectors&#8221; Behind the &#8220;Huge Donations and Downgrades

 Motoko Abekawa is a freelance writer, mainly working on the Web. She is also involved in the production of books and corporate PR magazines. She does not specialize in any particular field, but covers a wide range of topics that intrigue her, including history, comedy, health, beauty, travel, gourmet food, and nursing care.

 Motoko Abekawa

 Kenji Kawato

 Crowdfunding has become a common way to raise support and funds. While some projects have achieved more than 100% of their goals and have raised tens of millions of yen, others have had disappointing results. What is the difference?

The front line of CRAFAN] Some projects have achieved over 100 million yen!　Secrets to Success, Reasons for Disappointing Results

 Takeichiro Fujiwara, the oldest member of "Naniwa Danshi," is said to be getting a lot of attention from the variety industry. Fujiwara, who formed a "manzai unit" in the past and has been trained in the fundamentals of comedy, will be the focus of much attention in the future!

Joichiro Fujiwara of &#8220;Naniwa Danshi&#8221; is sure to be a semi-regular on &#8220;Tetsuwan DASH&#8221;&#8230;The reason why he is &#8220;flooded with offers from related parties&#8221; is understandable.

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52-Year-Old Wife Suspected of Killing Husband with Golf Club

Four Deaths Including a Mother and Her Kids — The Unforgivable Motive of a 46-Year-Old Man

Junior High Teacher Arrested for Indecent Conduct Reveals Selfish Motive at Trial

Parents of Students Victimized by Teachers’ Sexual Misconduct Share Their Anger and Regret

Kimura Takuya’s Post-Scandal Drama Performs Well, but Industry Warns Against Over-Expectations

The Reality of Dining-Out Phobia and Fear of Eating in Front of Others

5.5 Billion Yen Defamation Claim: Matsumoto Hitoshi Sues Bunshun for Lost Wages

The Growing Risk of Senior Depression and Its Greater Threat Compared to Dementia

King & Prince’s Continued Success Faces Challenges with Fan-Induced Delays and Venue Fire

Advertisers Withdraw as Viewer Disengagement Hits With MUSIC

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Fuji TV did not invite the press to the joint press conference for the drama series.

Hina Hayata is in a state of unrivaled performance in international competitions with no Chinese rivals! Hina Hayata: The key to “Gold at the Paris Olympics” is “Pushing the Limits!

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The front line of CRAFAN] Some projects have achieved over 100 million yen!　Secrets to Success, Reasons for Disappointing Results

Joichiro Fujiwara of “Naniwa Danshi” is sure to be a semi-regular on “Tetsuwan DASH”…The reason why he is “flooded with offers from related parties” is understandable.

Latest Articles

The Fierce Competition for Public Gambling Jobs in Entertainment and Why It Makes Sense

Hiroyuki vs. Yoichi Takahashi: The Online ‘Yen Depreciation Battle’ Reveals the Hardships of Ordinary People

Kyoko Koizumi Makes Dramatic Return After Seven Years: Intriguing Dynamic with Kosuke Toyohara

52-Year-Old Wife Suspected of Killing Husband with Golf Club

Four Deaths Including a Mother and Her Kids — The Unforgivable Motive of a 46-Year-Old Man

Junior High Teacher Arrested for Indecent Conduct Reveals Selfish Motive at Trial

Parents of Students Victimized by Teachers’ Sexual Misconduct Share Their Anger and Regret

Kimura Takuya’s Post-Scandal Drama Performs Well, but Industry Warns Against Over-Expectations

The Reality of Dining-Out Phobia and Fear of Eating in Front of Others

5.5 Billion Yen Defamation Claim: Matsumoto Hitoshi Sues Bunshun for Lost Wages

The Growing Risk of Senior Depression and Its Greater Threat Compared to Dementia

King & Prince’s Continued Success Faces Challenges with Fan-Induced Delays and Venue Fire

Advertisers Withdraw as Viewer Disengagement Hits With MUSIC

Financial Struggles of Top Artists: Aiko, Mr. Children, Tortoise Matsumoto, and the Dark Side of the Music Industry

Controversy Surrounds Daikin’s $4.3 Billion Special Achievement Reward for 89-Year-Old Chairman

Fuji TV did not invite the press to the joint press conference for the drama series.

Hina Hayata is in a state of unrivaled performance in international competitions with no Chinese rivals! Hina Hayata: The key to “Gold at the Paris Olympics” is “Pushing the Limits!

Two Months After the Start of the Japanese Ride-Sharing Service: The Good and the Bad

Is this “Gachi-China” too? A large collection of “outlandish restaurants” very popular in China!

Minako Nagai, Akiko Yagi, Eriko Nakamura… Images of “Idol Announcers” who led the ’90s boom

Shinko Katayama’s “First Caddie in 34 Years” Reputation and Reminiscent of the “Scandals

Behind the “My Number” Obligation for Mobile Phone Contracts: “Public and Private Sectors” Behind the “Huge Donations and Downgrades

The front line of CRAFAN] Some projects have achieved over 100 million yen! Secrets to Success, Reasons for Disappointing Results

Joichiro Fujiwara of “Naniwa Danshi” is sure to be a semi-regular on “Tetsuwan DASH”…The reason why he is “flooded with offers from related parties” is understandable.

The front line of CRAFAN] Some projects have achieved over 100 million yen!　Secrets to Success, Reasons for Disappointing Results