 Yoshio Tsunoda/Afro

 The Sangseito increased its number of seats in the Diet from two before the announcement of the election to 15. However, the Sangseito was not invited to the National Assembly established by Prime Minister Takaichi, and the representative of the Sangseito, Munehide Kamiya, is outraged. ......

The Sanseitō Party Excluded from the National Council—A Lone Actor Holding the Key to Election Interference Countermeasures

 Aika Kanda

 No.109] Me, Pink, and Sometimes New York

 We were supposed to take a train to Luxembourg, but the train schedule was so disrupted that we had to take a bus on the way... We managed to arrive in Luxembourg, which was a dream world! But this time, they were told that there would be no countdown or fireworks, which they had been looking forward to!

Freelance Announcer Aika Kanda’s Year-End Germany &#038; Luxembourg Trip③ — No Fireworks?!

 Daisuke Koike

 Urgent release! Interview with Airina Hirakawa

 Former entrepreneur Airina Hirakawa, who became famous for her "I don't think I'll be popular with the ladies," is currently making a documentary about her in "Secret Mama's Garden" (ABEMA). Her first gravure was also a big hit, but there were also anti-gravure attacks. We asked her about her true feelings.

Ex-Entrepreneur’s First Gravure Sparks Outrage—Her Powerful Response to Critics

 Kumataro Arai

 The filming of the movie "The Swan and the Bat," scheduled to be released this September, took place in Tokyo, and Mio Imada, who plays the lead role in the movie, was spotted. Imada was standing in the middle of the crowd with an anxious look on her face. Then, a man came running toward her at full speed, and he was that super idol.

Mio Imada Locks Eyes with a Surprise Idol—From Anpan Nobu to a Bestselling Novel Heroine

 Kumataro Arai, Kenji Sugawara (Professional)

 TV people were surprised by Hana Sugisaki's "Something in Winter, Something in Spring" and "Omusubi" duo's Gekkan 9 "Yandoku! etc.

 Nippon TV's "Something in Winter, Something in Spring" stalled despite high expectations. The Gekkan 9 series "Yandoku! is a solid series, followed by "Professional Insurance Investigator Ren Amane" (Fuji), which has a unique theme and a stable royal touch, and is rated favorably.

From Tried-and-True to Bold Originals—Script-Driven Winter Dramas You Should Watch Now

 Sunday Gekijo's "Reboot" in depth, Nanako Matsushima's "Okome no Onna" off to a good start, etc.

 Sunday Gekijo's "Reboot" (TBS) won the triple crown of winter dramas. TV Asahi is also doing well, with "Reunion" gaining momentum in consideration along with "Reboot. With a sense of urgency in the need for a new popular series, expectations are high for "Okome no Onna".

Winter Dramas You Can Still Catch — Buzzing with Theories and New Hit Candidates

 Tatsuya Oyabu

 Interview with #BABABAMBI Usaki

 The youngest member of #BaBaBaBambi, Ms. Usaki, makes her first appearance on FRIDAY!

Why Japan’s Unluckiest Idol Isn’t Sad About Their March Disbandment — Usaki Speaks Out

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 On February 17, the 68th Blue Ribbon Awards ceremony was held in Tokyo, where Hirose (Best Leading Actress) and Morita (Best Supporting Actress) took the stage. Hirose showed off her beautiful back and Morita showed off her beautiful legs, drawing the eyes of the audience.

Suzu Hirose and Misato Morita Showcase Stunning Elegance at the Blue Ribbon Awards

 Shinji Hasuo

 On February 19, Tenta Kato, an affiliate of the designated crime syndicate Inagawa-kai, was arrested on suspicion of attempted theft. Although the charge itself is a "minor offense," experts say the aim is to "destroy the gang's source of funding.

A Yakuza-Linked Man Glares at Reporters—Why Authorities Crack Down Even on Minor Offenses

 Izumi Nakagawa

 Ayumi Kagami

 Why is Tokugawa Iemitsu's "500-year-old bonsai" being cared for by a metropolitan high school? The high school students who overcame the danger of dying out and protected the treasure were novices. The film closely follows the deep activities of the unconventional and free Bonsai Club, where Ghibli-style bonsai also pops up!

Why Are Tokyo High School Students Tending a 500-Year-Old Bonsai Linked to Tokugawa Iemitsu?

 Nakahira

 A day-care worker who was arrested on February 4 for indecent assault of a male child during a camp for school children was arrested again on February 24 for indecent assault. The man was arrested again on February 24 on the charge of indecent assault.

Nursery Teacher Arrested Again for Sexual Misconduct During Camp Night — The Dark Reality of Male Child Victimization

 Mitsutoshi Watanabe

 The legendary band "Bakufu Slump" will hold a concert at the Nippon Budokan in August for the first time in 35 years!

 Bakufu Slump" has reunited for the 40th anniversary of their debut...In anticipation of their first concert in 35 years at the sacred Nippon Budokan, Samplerza Nakano-kun reveals the behind-the-scenes story behind the birth of their famous songs, their hidden and unexpected thoughts, and the origin of their unique visual style.

Sunplaza Nakano-kun Reflects on the Unexpected Messages in Ōkina Tamanegi no Shita de and Runner

 Kotaro Tajiri

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 Special Interview

 Chiba Lotte finished in last place last season. New manager Saburo was brought in as the trump card to rebuild the team. His motto is "Showa-era hard training. Why "Showa"? We talked to him about the reasons and his ideal manager.

“I’m Here to Mix Things Up” — Saburō on Bringing Back Showa-Era Hard Practice to Chiba Lotte

 Nakahira Ryo

 On February 13, the sentencing hearing was held for a man accused of kidnapping a minor and aiding suicide by taking a high school girl to the Aokigahara Sea of Trees to die. What was the sentence handed down to the man who suddenly became afraid of death and fled the scene, leaving the high school girl behind?

Court Issues Verdict in Shocking Case of Man Who Left a High School Girl to Die in the Suicide Forest

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 On February 17, "God's Esthetic," a men's esthetic salon with 10 salons in Tokyo and about 30 salons in the Kanto area, was busted and 15 men and women, including the manager, were arrested on suspicion of violating the Entertainment Establishments Control Law. What were the services offered at the salon, which was known for its extreme services?

Raided God’s Esthetic Salon Accused of Offering Shockingly Extreme Services

 Mineko Miwa

 Yasuhisa Kikuchi

 She got her big break when she played the role of a gal in "Masked Rider Gav," for which she did a lot of research on SNS! ...The fresh actress of the moment makes her first appearance on the cover of FRIDAY!

 Nozomi Miyabe, who passionately played the most girly heroine in the history of Masked Rider, makes her first appearance on the cover of FRIDAY! Her favorite cut is the one in a brown swimsuit that shows her buttocks boldly! She talks about her performance in "Masked Rider Gav" and behind the scenes of her photogravure.

Nozomi Miyabe Shakes Up Kamen Rider as the Franchise’s Boldest Gyaru Heroine

 Takayuki Ogawauchi (1st to 3rd photos), Takahiro Kagawa (4th to 6th photos)

 Harajuku, Tokyo, has become well-known among inbound customers, and crowds have become the norm. She was actress Yoshitomo Morita.

Inside Nozomi Morita’s Lavish Dinner at a ¥1M+ Members-Only Restaurant

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 The LDP won the House of Representatives election. In such a situation, The Japan Innovation Party, which forms a coalition with the LDP, is seen by some as having lost some of its value. However, Yoshimura, the leader of the Japan Restoration Party, is eager to develop a "metropolitan government" for his hometown of Osaka. ......

Hirofumi Yoshimura Pulls Every Lever to Push Osaka Metropolis Plan, Leaning on Takaichi Surge

 On February 16, the Chiba District Court held the first trial of a man accused of three counts of non-consensual obscenity. The details of his despicable crimes were revealed at the trial.

Chilling Crimes: Suspect Used Death Threats and Sleeping Drugs to Target Three Women

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 On January 29, gold soared to an all-time high of 30,248 yen per gram. The price of gold has soared tremendously since last summer due to geopolitical risks and other factors, and people who have their eyes on gold have been making a fortune with unexpected "treasures" in the market.

₱3M Windfall? January Gold Surge Sparks Hunt for Surprising Hidden Treasures

 Norifumi Arakida (FRIDAY Digital Entertainment Desk)

 Arashi's concert tour will finally begin on March 13. The excitement is gradually building as fans anticipate their first performance in five years, but behind the scenes, the members' "thoughts" are still ......

Arashi Stuns Everyone with a Five-Dome Farewell Tour

 Ryoji Shigemasa

 Last year, he got his first Japanese hit in the Middle East with the "Mid-East Falcons" in Dubai! He was the MVP of the first series!

 Last year, he played in the first baseball league in the region, in Dubai, and was a big success. He reaffirms that "baseball is entertainment," and says he wants to master entertainment in a small box.

Munenori Kawasaki on Baseball, Life, and Singing in Small Halls

 AP/Afro Xinhua/Afro Kyodo News

 Kenji Minemura (Senior Fellow, Canon Institute for Global Studies)

 Kenji Minemura, Senior Fellow and Director of the China Research Center at the Canon Institute for Global Studies, says that a Taiwan contingency has already begun. What is the basis for this? We present details of the plan for reunification of the motherland uncovered in internal Chinese documents.

Leaks show Xi Jinping’s secret plan for reunifying Taiwan has already begun

 Kaori Takagi

 Kyodo News

 On February 23, His Majesty the Emperor celebrated his 66th birthday. The author, an expert on the Imperial Family, brings back to life the tense situation before and after His Majesty's burial from a vast amount of documents. This is a real-life document of the Imperial Family, with the press, Ministry of the Imperial Household Ministry officials, and doctors scrambling to get to the bottom of the situation.

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