 Akira Ikoma

 Koki Mitani's drama "Moshigaku," which depicts Shibuya in the 1980s, is attracting a lot of attention. The fictional town of Hachibunzaka, where the story takes place, is said to be modeled on "Hyakken Ten". We look back at the "genre history" of "Hyakkenten" and "Maruyamacho" in Shibuya, which convey the atmosphere of the past to the present.

Shibuya’s Old Pleasure Quarters—Hyakkendana and Maruyamachō

 Kei Kato

 The staff saw it all! Behind the Scenes of Weekly TV

 The "live-in geisha" program, which began with a single word from President Hiroshi Osaki, has reached a turning point. Behind the success of Kagawa's Tsuyoshi Kaji's 15,000-people event, manager cutbacks have polarized the winners and losers. We explore the current situation of the winning comedians, who are becoming more and more independent.

Local Stars Emerge—But the Sumimasu Geinin Are More Divided Than Ever

 Nakahira

 The trial of a man who persistently molested one high school girl on a train for at least 10 months has concluded. From his first trial, the defendant expressed remorse for his crime and expressed his will for rehabilitation, but his words were said to be unclear.

Serial Molestation Case Uncovers Alarming Mindset Behind the Crime

 Kazutaka Nakamura

 Koichiro Umeki

 Kyoko Fukada, who is celebrating the 30th anniversary of her debut, reveals how the photo shoot was a success and the healing time in her personal life.

 Celebrating the 30th anniversary of her debut, "Deep Kyung" is releasing this year's desktop calendar, which has been long-awaited by fans! She is currently doting on her new family! She reveals the healing time in her personal life!

Kyoko Fukada Opens Up About Her Beach-Shoot Tanning Habit

 He could only move his eyes and fingers on his own. Last July, after undergoing laser surgery for a herniated disc, Beijing Olympics judo gold medalist Toshi Ishii confessed that he had been bedridden. What was the medical trouble that struck Ishii? ......

Judo Star Satoshi Ishii Confesses to Life-Threatening Health Ordeal

 Kyodo News

 The silence on the previous day was only because the team president was not present.

 On November 11, Hanshin outfielder Koji Chikamoto (31) announced at the team's office in Nishinomiya City, Hyogo Prefecture, that he would not exercise his FA rights and would "stay on" under a multi-year contract. What is the surprising negotiating technique of Chikamoto, one of the sharpest men in baseball?

Hanshin Reportedly Offers Front-Office Path After Chikamoto’s ¥500M Jump

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 The YouTube channel "Yonino-channel" featuring Kazuya Ninomiya from "Arashi," Ryosuke Yamada from "Hey! They posted a video reporting a decrease in the number of subscribers, and fans pointed out various...

Subscriber Loss Hits Ninomiya &#038; Team—Fans Reveal Possible Causes

 On November 5, Yuki Saito took the stage at the JP premiere of the anime film "Endless Scarlet" in Ueno. Yuki Saito showed off her bewitching charm in a black shoulder-length dress adorned with green lace. She was joined by Aina Ashida, and the audience was energized.

Yuki Saitō Radiates Allure at Hosoda’s New Film Premiere With Mana Ashida

 Takahiro Kagawa

 Huwa-chan disappeared from the TV world last August after she posted a "slip of the tongue" to Yasuko. It was in the ring of the women's professional wrestling organization Stardom that she made her first public appearance in almost a year and four months. ......

Fuwa-chan Turns to Pro Wrestling as Leaked Audio Delays TV Return

 Hiroki Uchi, a former member of "Kanjani Eight" and "NEWS", opened an Instagram page. He was again captured by fans, who called him "cute" and favorable.

Former Kanjani∞/NEWS Member Uchi Charms Fans Despite Live Stream Slip-Ups

 Diesuke Takahashi

 70% of customers are foreigners! The pawnshop fair, which is rumored to be "very cheap" even as the price of gold soars, is hot.

Gold Prices Surge—And Foreign Customers Pack Japan’s Bargain Pawn Fair

 Kumataro Arai

 In early November, Yuji Oda, the lead actor of the movie "Odoru Daisousasen N.E.W.," which is scheduled to be released next week, appeared on location in Tokyo. He was shooting a number of scenes in which he sprints with a large bag.

Yuji Oda Runs and Carries in High-Energy Bayside Shakedown Shoot

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 Shinji Hasuo (1st to 4th photos)

 On November 6, a man was arrested for forcing a 12-year-old Thai girl to work at a massage parlor in Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo. The girl was brought to work by her mother. Behind the arrest lies the "darkness" of Asian massage parlors.

Thai Girl, 12, Freed From Parlor Allowing Illegal Practices

 Courtesy of Mariko Yamaguchi

 Mika Yanagihara (nonfiction writer)

 Three people were killed in an accident on the Tokyo Metropolitan Expressway in May last year. The defendant was sentenced to 7 years and 6 months in prison for driving with a high fever due to a cold. The following is a video taken by a female victim of the accident and the defendant's unusual behavior.

“I’ll Never Forget It”—What a Survivor Saw in the Fatal Distracted-Driving Crash

 Takero Yui

 In late October, the launch of a movie starring Sawajiri, her second film after returning to the screen, was held at an Italian restaurant in Shibuya. Although it was not quite a full-fledged restart after the expiration of her probation, we have high expectations for the ever-illustrious Erika, who has overcome her setback.

Erika Sawajiri Makes Bold Appearance at Wrap Party as Her Full Comeback Begins

 Takahiro Chiba

 Akinori Nakagawa

 Yoshiyuki Kitao

 Kumi Oikawa

 In his latest film, he passionately plays the role of the husband of Sayuri Yoshinaga, his senior. In films alone, he has appeared in over 130 productions. 

 The starting point of his life was when his father, Mikuni, took him to filming locations when he was a child. Even after accumulating achievements and no longer being called "Nisei," he always felt the presence of Mikuni, the actor. He said that although he feels his physical strength declining, he still does not want to lose to someone younger.

Satō Koichi Talks About His Beginnings and His Drive to Keep Competing With Younger Actors

 Jiji Press

 A former Softbank draft pick was caught red-handed for assaulting a paramedic. This is not the first time he has been arrested. In the past, he has also been in possession of illegal drugs. Here we introduce the "black reputation" of the former No. 1 draft pick, which has been circulating since his active career.

Former SoftBank Catcher Arrested Again for Drunken Assault—Troubling Reputation Emerges

 On October 30, it was reported that the "Super Sentai" series will end with "Number One Sentai Gojyuger," which is currently airing. What is the harsh reality that the show had to face rather than the adulterous affair of the actors?

Amid End of Series Reports, Super Sentai Faces a Harsh New Reality

 Takeshi Kinugawa

 The 30 words nominated for the year-end "New Words and Vocabulary Awards" were announced, and "I will work and work and work," which Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (64) uttered upon her election as LDP president, was chosen as one of the 30 words.

Despite Chronic Illness and Three Hours of Sleep, Takaichi’s Approval Surges—What’s Behind the Worry?

 Motoko Abekawa is a freelance writer mainly for 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

 Are you losing money by not saying "NO"? Supreme" designer and popular YouTube star, acchi-san, who has lived in New York for 23 years, talks about overcoming Japanese weaknesses and how to live on "your own axis". What are his tips for surviving in a diverse society?

Why NYC Taught Them to Stop People-Pleasing—and Stay True to Themselves

 In October last year, former "Jungle Pocket" member Shinji Saito disappeared from the public eye after being charged with sexual misconduct and other offenses. He was in financial trouble with a company selling baumkuchen, which was the place of his revival.

Financial Conflict Emerges Between Comedian Saito and Baumkuchen Sales Firm

 On October 31, the Tokyo District Court heard the trial of a former entertainment producer accused of forcing a woman to take sleeping pills and committing indecent acts with her. The victim described the man's modus operandi.

Ex-Entertainment Producer Used Drugged Drinks to Commit Indecent Acts, Court Testifies

 Shinji Hasuo

 On November 6, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department arrested a man in his 50s on charges of breaking into the home of a woman in her 20s and taking videotapes. In fact, this man had been arrested in September for breaking into the same woman's home and attempting to commit an indecent act of non-consensual sexual intercourse. We take a closer look at the "heinousness" of the voyeuristic photographer.

Man in His 50s Breaks Into Home of Woman He Filmed—Attempted Assault Reveals Dangerous Pattern

 On October 29, the Metropolitan Police Department announced the arrest of an Osaka university student for possession of dried marijuana and cocaine in his home. A trafficking ring is believed to be behind the arrest, but experts say that this incident is symbolic of the changing drug distribution situation.

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