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 The sexual scandal of "Downtown" Hitoshi Matsumoto has finally come to light, with the 11th woman accusing him of sexual misconduct. Behind the scenes, the "attendants" who brought the women to the show are also under scrutiny. ......

Tamura Kenji&#8217;s Silence on &#8220;Tamura Ken Time&#8221; Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

 The author, who has been NEET for more than 12 years since graduating from high school, compiled his diary for five years during his junior and senior high school years in "Until I Became a NEET. What kind of days were behind the diary, which at first glance appears to be nothing more than a daily note-taking? We asked the author.

A Five-Year Diary of a NEET&#8217;s Life After High School Graduation

 Keiko Tsuji

 Japanese people are poor talkers and communicators. Many Japanese people have long been aware of this harsh assessment. This low ability is especially apparent when meeting new people for the first time.

Is Japan Facing a Rise in Social Anxiety? Genetics and the Era of Extreme Shyness

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 Five years have passed since Kawauchi turned professional after working as a civil servant for the Saitama Prefectural Government. An iron man who competes in races all over the world, he is still growing as a "wall of young talent.

 Yuhki Kawauchi, who established himself as one of the strongest citizen runners in the world by participating in the World Championships in Athletics three times as an amateur, has turned pro. Last December, he achieved his 50th full marathon victory! Five years have passed since he turned pro. What are his goals for the future?

The True Reason Why Kawauchi, Who Has Won 50 Full Marathons, Keeps Running

 Born in Tokyo in 2000. After attending an integrated school in Tokyo from elementary school to high school, he went on to Keio University, where he has been living in Kabukicho since he was 15 years old. At university, he is studying the sociology of the downtown area, including Kabukicho. His book, "Pien" to SNS Seikatsu to Seiketsu no Shohi" (The Disease of "Pien": Consumption and Approval of the SNS Generation), is now on sale.

 Sasaki Chihuahua

 The real life of Piena, as depicted by a writer who is currently a student at Keio University Reiwa 6 years later, Kabukicho is now ...... #82

 Previously in this series, we discussed the benefits of plastic surgery in host clubs. One of the biggest obstacles in the hospitality industry is the downtime (DT) until the scars and swelling go down after the surgery, but some of the hosts with strong business spirit distribute the...

Behind the Scenes of Kabukicho Hosts Share Exhausted Faces in Live Streams

 Mimasa Ito made a "negative" comment about being nominated as an alternate for Japan's team for the Paris Olympics. On the other hand, the Chiba Lotte's Akinori Sasaki, who was on his last contract renewal with a 12-team team, is facing the issue of transferring to Major League Baseball. The two men who came under fire can be viewed at ......

Common Arrogance of Mima Ito and Roki Sasaki&#8217;s Controversial Traits

 Yusuke Kondo

 WEST.'s Terufumi Kiriyama was reportedly married to former volleyball player Maiko Kano. The postings he made on SNS are now being talked about as too dark.

Opposition to Maiko Kano Marriage by WEST Member Akito Kiriyama&#8217;s Dark Social Media Posts

 Shinji Hasuo

 A fortune teller called "Shibuchika's father" was arrested. He is suspected of taking a woman who came to him for love counseling to a hotel later and giving her an indecent massage, including touching her lower body. The following is an introduction to the brainwashing techniques of the fortune teller who tricked the woman into believing that her womb had turned black.

Self-Proclaimed Shibuchika&#8217;s Father Uses Fortune-Telling and Indecent Massages on Women

 A man was arrested for swindling a woman out of a large sum of money. The man allegedly lied about his "descendant of a conglomerate" and "acquaintance with the owner of Hermes" and took money for brand-name goods. This article introduces the shocking tactics used by the man!

Fake Imperial Agency Staff Targets Women, Including Hermès Owner&#8217;s Acquaintance and Tokugawa Descendant

 Yuji Arashima was arrested again for indecent assault on a female customer under the guise of massage. Although the suspect was not a licensed masseuse, he committed the malicious act under the guise of "treatment.

Fake Masseur&#8217;s Devious Tactics: Stripping Unresisting Clients Under False Pretenses of Treatment Interruption for Indecent Acts

 SMILE-UP. has offered 10-15 million yen per victim as compensation. Shimon Ishimaru, vice president of the "Association of Parties Concerned with Johnny's Sexual Assault," wants compensation for "lost earnings" as well....

SMILE-UP. Offers 10-15 Million Yen Compensation Despite Ishimaru&#8217;s Lost Earnings Claim

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 The Korean girl group "LE SSERAFIM" is popular at home and abroad. However, there was an uproar immediately after their debut. A member left the group due to allegations of bullying. She graduated from an art school in February of this year, but did not respond to interviews. Here are the details of the bullying.

Korean Girl Group Set for Kohaku Performance Amidst Scandalous Bullying Allegations

 As a TV reporter, he has worked on "Time 3," "Ohayo! Nice Day," "Tokudane! (Fuji Television Network) and eight other programs. (Fuji TV). She covered a total of 1,500 incidents and accidents, including the Aum Shinrikyo case and the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake. After managing an advertising agency, he served two terms as a ward assemblyman for eight years. Later, he became the first public secretary of a member of the House of Representatives. Currently, he continues to report and write about various administrative and social issues from his unique perspective.

 Mitsutoshi Abe, local political journalist and former TV reporter

 Satoshi Kirishima, wanted for his involvement in one of the serial corporate bombings in the 1970s, has been on the run for 49 years and died in a hospital in Kanagawa Prefecture, where he was hospitalized. What are the "similarities" with Kazuko Fukuda, the most famous "fugitive criminal" in Japan? ......

Captured: Kazuko Fukuda, Japan&#8217;s Most Infamous Fugitive, Weeps Tears of Relief upon Arrest

 It was announced that Kazuyoshi Ishii, the founder of K-1, has been appointed as an advisor to K-1. A source close to the matter expressed his mixed feelings, saying, "There was no one else to fill the position. The appointment of Ishii, who had been arrested and imprisoned for tax evasion in the past, is a good thing....

&#8220;Relying on Mr. Ishii for survival: Behind the scenes of the comeback of K-1 founder in a precarious situation.&#8221;

 Serialization: The staff saw it! Weekly "The other side of TV" Inside story of Television

 On New Year's Eve last year, the number of simultaneous viewers of a live broadcast by "Snow Man" on their official YouTube channel exceeded 1.33 million, setting an all-time record in Japan. What is the reason for their growing popularity? ......

Snow Man: The Next SMAP of Reiwa?

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 The drama "Inappropriate is Enough" is a hilarious depiction of the Showa era, when sexual harassment and even smoking was illegal. The golden duo of screenwriter Kudo Kankuro and ......

Abe Sadao&#8217;s Hit Success Overshadowed by Compliance Controversy and Agency Issues

 Miyu Kurusu is a freelance writer. Her main areas of expertise are humanities, social issues, and subcultures, and she is active in reporting and writing articles for magazines, newspapers, the Internet, and other media. She is the author of numerous books.

 Miyu Kurusu

 Japan's adult industry has been constrained by the so-called "New AV Law. AI" has come to the rescue in the face of drastic restrictions on the availability of sexy actresses and the distribution of adult videos.

AI Sexy Actresses: Rescuing Japan&#8217;s Adult Entertainment Industry Amid Changing Times

 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)

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 Hayao Miyazaki's animated film "How Do You Live Your Life? It has been nominated for an Academy Award in the Best Animated Feature Film category, but behind that ......

Star Wars Luke and Batman Actor Boost How Do You Live? Success with Stellar Voice Cast

 Nobuyuki Koike (1st photo) Sayuki Saito (2nd photo)

 He also appeared in a new drama series in the January season. His crimson scarf was so dandy-like that it dominated the scene.

 In late January, a black sedan pulled up in front of the entrance of one of Tokyo's most luxurious retirement homes. Soon after, the actor Kinya Kitaoji appeared from inside the home wearing a crimson scarf.

Kinya Kitaoji, Cultural Merit Awardee, Spotted Exiting Luxury Retirement Home

 Toshikatsu Tanaka (Akira Kawashima) and Takero Shigumura (Yutaka Tamura)

 The "Sports. Dumb and Cute Video Grand Prix" aired on January 28th! Dumb and Cute Video Grand Prix" aired on January 28. They were highly rated by the people concerned, and their names are said to be surfacing as "that duo's" replacements.

Kirin&#8217;s Exit: New Contender Eyes Coveted Seat After Six-Year Run

 Shuichi Tamura

 Watanabe Koji

 Why was Vietnam, ranked 94th in FIFA, able to catch Japan, ranked 17th?

 Moriyasu Japan was unexpectedly eliminated in the last eight of the Asian Cup. The coach of the Vietnamese team that clashed in the group league was Philippe Troussier, who led Japan to victory. The coach who knows Japan well dares to point out the weaknesses of the "old enemy.

Inevitable Asia Cup Exit: Troussier Unveils Weaknesses in Moriyasu&#8217;s Japan

 Yuri Adachi

 At the end of the year, "King & Prince" member Kaito Takahashi was reported to be in a "3-year relationship" with actress Kasumi Arimura. The birth of the big couple was a shock not only to the industry, but also to the public.

Speculation Rises on King &#038; Prince&#8217;s Takahashi Kaito&#8217;s &#8220;END&#8221; Post Sparks Breakup or Disbandment Rumors

 Ippei Hara

 Yuri Adachi (Kato)

 A month has passed since comedy giant Hitoshi Matsumoto disappeared from TV. Although all stations were pressed to respond to his absence due to the fact that he has many regular programs, the "absence of the giant" is actually welcomed by some.

Behind Closed Doors: The Quiet Relief Over Matsumoto Hitoshi&#8217;s Hiatus in Television Circles

 Diceke Takahashi

 Akiko Yada plays the role of a former nurse who represents a marriage agency in the drama "Nurse ga Kekkonkatsu" (A Nurse Gets Married). She herself has been married and divorced, but in this film she plays a charismatic woman who leads the lost in marriage activity to successful marriages one after another with her blunt and straightforward mannerisms.

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