 Miwa Ikegami (1st photo) Shizuo Yamakawa (2nd photo) Ayaka Inoue (3rd photo)

 The hunt for the "mysterious fish" that caused a huge boom in 1990, thanks to a FRIDAY scoop...

 In the summer of 1990, an article in FRIDAY sent the whole of Japan into a frenzy about the "man-faced fish. Thirty-five years have passed since then. The mysterious fish that colored the Heisei era still lives today.

A Phantom Human-Faced Fish Survived in a Pond in Yamagata, Japan! Shocking photos!

 Sayuri Saito

 Kyodo News

 The LDP presidential election started off with the slogan of "a fresh start from the dissolution of the party," but not a single candidate showed a willingness to tackle the "politics and money issue" head-on, and in the end, the election was decided in the old fashioned way, with factional votes playing a major role. Politicians should be replaced by AI!

Ignoring public opinion, the presidential election was held → New president decided by factional votes&#8230; &#8220;Maybe the prime minister should be an AI now!&#8221;

 Kumataro Arai

 The TV drama "So, You Make It," which began airing on October 7, has been well received, and the characters of Takeuchi Ryoma and Kaho, who play the lead roles, have attracted a lot of attention, but this magazine found these two in a friendly mood.

Ryoma Takeuchi takes a picture of Kaho from the dark during the filming of a drama series for the October season!　A friendly scene in a park at night between locations.

 After working as a money writer, financial planner, and market analyst for a securities company, Matsuoka became independent in 1996. He writes articles on finance and asset management mainly for business and economic magazines. Author of "A Textbook for the First Year of Robo-Advisor Investing" and "Understanding with Rich Illustrations! The Book of Cashless Payments and the Book of Absolute Advantages. X (former Twitter)→@1847mattsuu

 Kenji Matsuoka

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 The autumn extraordinary session of the Diet is about to begin. The biggest theme must be "measures against high prices. The justification for a consumption tax cut is clear," says an expert, "considering the tax's original function of income redistribution in society.

Idealism is not enough in time! Highest corporate profits at the expense of households&#8211;This is the only reason why a consumption tax cut is the right thing to do!

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (Entertainment Journalist)

 Shinji Hasuo

 Masahiro Nakai has been in the news for being photographed by a women's magazine looking "plump" and healthy. He is said to be highly motivated to make a comeback, but the "harsh reality" that he has been confronted with is ......

Although the lawsuit is likely to be avoided, the &#8220;harsh reality&#8221; shatters Masahiro Nakai&#8217;s &#8220;eagerness to return to work.

 C2/Yuji ArakawaArakawa

 A "stepping stone to the next season" shown in the post-season.

 On October 5, Shohei Ohtani took the mound to start the first game in a hostile environment. Local reporters said that Otani, the pitcher, has fully recovered. Manager Roberts has already hinted at a full rotation of Otani as a pitcher in the postseason. A "true two-faced pitcher" is ......

Shohei Ohtani’s Pitching Returns to Full Strength — The True Two-Way Star Emerges

 Sayaka Tomaru, Momoha Takatsuru, and Shiori Ikemoto appeared at the Tokyo Game Show!

 The live-action romance game "Hamkoi," starring Sayaka Tomaru, Momoha Takatsuru, and Shiori Ikemoto, has become a worldwide sensation! They appeared at the recent "Tokyo Game Show" and played the game surrounded by fans and the media.

From Gravure Idols to Hamsters? Surprising New Game Lets You Live Together with Three Sisters [TGS Report]

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 Yuta Kishi of Number_i celebrated his 30th birthday. Fans were also very happy to see him after a long time.

Number_i’s Yuta Kishi Turns 30 — Former King &#038; Prince Members Send Birthday Wishes

 Shuuto Inomata, Daiki Shinozuka, and Masaki Hashimoto joined "timelesz" as a result of the audition program "Taipro. The three new members are expanding their activities, and Shinozuka's high "idol power" is becoming a topic of conversation among fans.

timelesz’s New Star Daiki Shinozuka Shows Off Incredible Idol Skills, Fans Go Wild

 Takayuki Ogawauchi

 The political world is in turmoil after Sanae Takaichi became president of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). The New Komeito Party has hinted at leaving the coalition, and there is a sense of turmoil ahead of the nomination of the party's leader. In the midst of all this, the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ), as a coalition of opposition parties, is calling for Yuichiro Tamaki to be prime minister. ......

Could Yuichiro Tamaki Become Japan’s Next PM? Opposition Unity Raises Unexpected Possibility

 The staff saw it! Behind the Scenes of Weekly TV

 The recent ghost story boom in the entertainment industry has seen a rapid increase in the number of popular YouTube ghost stories being broadcast on terrestrial TV. Budget-free, suitable for distribution, and compliant with regulations...are they the savior of the TV industry, which is struggling to cut production costs?

The Secret Behind the Resurgence of Horror and Spiritual Shows on Japanese TV

 Ryo Sakamoto (Former head of the Culture and Society Department of Tokyo Sports Newspaper)

 The Image Direct/Afro

 Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas, the big couple that has divided the nation into "they're dating" and "they're not dating," are finally on the verge of marriage. Tom's out-of-the-ordinary "marriage proposal" behavior has become a hot topic. ......

Tom Cruise Set to Marry Ana de Armas Again — Premarital Agreement Reportedly Ready

 Takeo Shigumura (1st and 2nd photos) Kazuhiko Nakamura (3rd photo)

 On September 25, the "succession drinking ceremony" of the chairman of the Kodokai, the core organization of Yamaguchigumi, took place at the headquarters of the Hirai Family, the secondary organization of Yamaguchigumi VI, located in Toyohashi, Aichi Prefecture. What does this mean? A detailed reporter will explain.

Toyohashi Scene Shaken by Appearance of Key Yamaguchi-gumi Figure Amid New Kodo-kai Leadership

 Xinhua/Afro

 North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un's wife Ri Sesuijin's public exposure has been drastically decreasing. When she disappeared from public life in the past, there were various speculations, such as purge due to adultery or hospitalization due to a new type of corona infection. Experts decipher the background to this latest disappearance.

Kim Jong Un’s Wife Missing from Public Eye — Rumors of Past Affair and Purge Resurface After China Visit

 Five suspects in a robbery with tear gas in Edogawa Ward in September were arrested, all of whom are believed to be members of the Tokuryu group. Recently, incidents involving the use of tear gas have been occurring frequently. We explored the reasons for this.

Five Suspected Tokuryu Members Arrested in Edogawa Tear Gas Robbery — The Shocking Reality of Black-Market Crime Tools

 Shinji Hasuo (4th)

 In late September, Shintaro Morimoto of "SixTONES" visited the stage of "SixTONES" member Daiga Kyomoto. Morimoto is extremely busy, but his love for his friends is well known to all concerned, and now he tells us what he thinks of Richard Keita Kusama. .....

Shintaro Morimoto Attends Taiga Kyomoto’s Stage Play — The Hidden Meaning Behind His Feelings for Bandmate Richard Kusama

 Richard Keita Kusama, a member of the "Ae! group's Richard Keita Kusama, who was arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure, was released on October 6. There he was, sobbing and apologizing twice to the press. But when I think of what he has lost, ......

Richard Kusama Released — What’s Next for Aぇ! group as Possibility of No Indictment Emerges?

 Aika Kanda

 No.97] Me, Pink, and Sometimes New York

 It is the second day of Aika Kanda's trip by car along Route 66 across the United States. In the morning, she had some trouble, but with the help of a kind man, she was able to finish the day without incident. However, after a day of trouble, she had another one, and on the fourth day, after lunch, she was unexpectedly ......

Aika Kanda Joins The Himura Couple’s Route 66 Trip – Caught by the Police Edition

 Ichiro Takatsuka (1st) Shu Nishihara (2nd)

 One night in late September, Sho Sakurai of Arashi was spotted at a popular dining bar in Daikanyama, Tokyo. It seems that it was the launch of the drama "Hoso Kyoushou" and Sakurai seemed to be in a good mood from start to finish, probably because the drama was so well received.

Sho Sakurai Proves His Star Power—Why His Life After Arashi Is on Solid Ground

 Kumataro Arai and Shinji Hasuo (5th)

 On October 5, former TOKIO member Shigeru Jojima appeared at an event held by the National Police Agency. Dressed as a police officer, he called attention to the "fake policeman scam. However, even from the audience's point of view, Jojima was clearly not in good spirits that day. What was the reason?

Shigeru Joshima Appears Shocked and Subdued at Event Following Richard Kusama’s Arrest

 A popular hairdresser was arrested on September 30 for indecently assaulting a female customer at his beauty parlor. Fujii's salon used to be highly praised by word of mouth, but "bad reputation" had been noticed for about a year. ......

Charismatic Hairdresser’s Predatory Behavior Had Long Been a Red Flag

 Ichiro Takatsuka

 STARTO ENTERTAINMENT's official legal X account announced that there was a problem with a Japanese visitor at Kento Nakajima's performance in Taipei, Taiwan. Unauthorized entrance has been a problem for some time...

STARTO Cracks Down on Fake Documents Ahead of Kento Nakajima’s Taiwan Show

 Kazuhiko Nakamura, courtesy of BayStars (3rd "Hamasta Battle" photo)

 Aki, a member of the official performance team "diana," which boasts charismatic popularity among BayStars fans, announced her graduation on SNS. She explained the reason for her graduation.

DeNA Cheerleader Aki Bids Farewell After 5 Years of Lightning-Fast Spirit

 A team in Japan's most prestigious race, "Super Formula," has sent a "letter of inquiry" to the president of the association, Mr. Masahiko Kondo. It is said that a slanderous ruckus is being stirred up over a popular female driver. The contents of the letter can be found at .......

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A Phantom Human-Faced Fish Survived in a Pond in Yamagata, Japan! Shocking photos!

Ignoring public opinion, the presidential election was held → New president decided by factional votes… “Maybe the prime minister should be an AI now!”

Ryoma Takeuchi takes a picture of Kaho from the dark during the filming of a drama series for the October season!　A friendly scene in a park at night between locations.

Idealism is not enough in time! Highest corporate profits at the expense of households–This is the only reason why a consumption tax cut is the right thing to do!

Although the lawsuit is likely to be avoided, the “harsh reality” shatters Masahiro Nakai’s “eagerness to return to work.

Shohei Ohtani’s Pitching Returns to Full Strength — The True Two-Way Star Emerges

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Number_i’s Yuta Kishi Turns 30 — Former King & Prince Members Send Birthday Wishes

timelesz’s New Star Daiki Shinozuka Shows Off Incredible Idol Skills, Fans Go Wild

Could Yuichiro Tamaki Become Japan’s Next PM? Opposition Unity Raises Unexpected Possibility

The Secret Behind the Resurgence of Horror and Spiritual Shows on Japanese TV

Tom Cruise Set to Marry Ana de Armas Again — Premarital Agreement Reportedly Ready

Toyohashi Scene Shaken by Appearance of Key Yamaguchi-gumi Figure Amid New Kodo-kai Leadership

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Shintaro Morimoto Attends Taiga Kyomoto’s Stage Play — The Hidden Meaning Behind His Feelings for Bandmate Richard Kusama

Richard Kusama Released — What’s Next for Aぇ! group as Possibility of No Indictment Emerges?

Aika Kanda Joins The Himura Couple’s Route 66 Trip – Caught by the Police Edition

Sho Sakurai Proves His Star Power—Why His Life After Arashi Is on Solid Ground

Shigeru Joshima Appears Shocked and Subdued at Event Following Richard Kusama’s Arrest

Charismatic Hairdresser’s Predatory Behavior Had Long Been a Red Flag

STARTO Cracks Down on Fake Documents Ahead of Kento Nakajima’s Taiwan Show

DeNA Cheerleader Aki Bids Farewell After 5 Years of Lightning-Fast Spirit

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Latest Articles

A Phantom Human-Faced Fish Survived in a Pond in Yamagata, Japan! Shocking photos!

Ignoring public opinion, the presidential election was held → New president decided by factional votes… “Maybe the prime minister should be an AI now!”

Ryoma Takeuchi takes a picture of Kaho from the dark during the filming of a drama series for the October season! A friendly scene in a park at night between locations.

Idealism is not enough in time! Highest corporate profits at the expense of households–This is the only reason why a consumption tax cut is the right thing to do!

Although the lawsuit is likely to be avoided, the “harsh reality” shatters Masahiro Nakai’s “eagerness to return to work.

Shohei Ohtani’s Pitching Returns to Full Strength — The True Two-Way Star Emerges

From Gravure Idols to Hamsters? Surprising New Game Lets You Live Together with Three Sisters [TGS Report]

Number_i’s Yuta Kishi Turns 30 — Former King & Prince Members Send Birthday Wishes

timelesz’s New Star Daiki Shinozuka Shows Off Incredible Idol Skills, Fans Go Wild

Could Yuichiro Tamaki Become Japan’s Next PM? Opposition Unity Raises Unexpected Possibility

The Secret Behind the Resurgence of Horror and Spiritual Shows on Japanese TV

Tom Cruise Set to Marry Ana de Armas Again — Premarital Agreement Reportedly Ready

Toyohashi Scene Shaken by Appearance of Key Yamaguchi-gumi Figure Amid New Kodo-kai Leadership

Kim Jong Un’s Wife Missing from Public Eye — Rumors of Past Affair and Purge Resurface After China Visit

Five Suspected Tokuryu Members Arrested in Edogawa Tear Gas Robbery — The Shocking Reality of Black-Market Crime Tools

Shintaro Morimoto Attends Taiga Kyomoto’s Stage Play — The Hidden Meaning Behind His Feelings for Bandmate Richard Kusama

Richard Kusama Released — What’s Next for Aぇ! group as Possibility of No Indictment Emerges?

Aika Kanda Joins The Himura Couple’s Route 66 Trip – Caught by the Police Edition

Sho Sakurai Proves His Star Power—Why His Life After Arashi Is on Solid Ground

Shigeru Joshima Appears Shocked and Subdued at Event Following Richard Kusama’s Arrest

Charismatic Hairdresser’s Predatory Behavior Had Long Been a Red Flag

STARTO Cracks Down on Fake Documents Ahead of Kento Nakajima’s Taiwan Show

DeNA Cheerleader Aki Bids Farewell After 5 Years of Lightning-Fast Spirit

Slander Scandal Rocks Top Car Racing — Masahiko Kondo Accused of Running From Responsibility

Ryoma Takeuchi takes a picture of Kaho from the dark during the filming of a drama series for the October season!　A friendly scene in a park at night between locations.