 Shinji Hasuo (1st to 4th), Kazuhiko Nakamura (5th)

 The suspect, Hiroya Shimizu, was arrested on March 3 for violation of the Narcotics Control Law. The fact that he was one of the best-selling young actors in Japan caused a stir in the entertainment world. When we asked people involved in the case what kind of person Shimizu was, we found that he had "two faces.

Eccentric Yet Kind — Dual Faces of Hiroya Shimizu After Marijuana Arrest

 Nobuhiro Motohashi

 Takehiko Kohiyama (1st photo)

 Master and Disciple Dialogue [Part 2

 Terry Ito, the "genius director," and Ganari Takahashi, the "money tiger. The two, who used to be boss and subordinate at IVS Television Productions, talked about the secret story behind the legendary program "Genki ga Dekute TV: Takeshi's Genki ga Television! (Tensai Takeshi no Genki ga Degade Television!)", a legendary program.

Terry Ito &#038; Takahashi Ganari Open Up About the Chaotic Secrets of Iconic Variety Show

 REX/Afro

 PSY, the South Korean singer whose "Gangnam Style" became a worldwide hit, is in trouble. Suspicions have surfaced that he had his manager receive psychotropic drugs without a doctor's prescription. What is the worst penalty for PSY, who has been suspected of marijuana in the past?

K-Pop Star Under Police Scrutiny for Psychoactive Drugs — Experts Warn of Maximum Penalties

 Sota Shima (1st~2nd, 5th~6th), Kumataro Arai (3rd~4th)

 The completion preview of "Black Showman," a movie produced by Fuji Television Network, was held. Masaharu Fukuyama, who was reportedly involved in an "inappropriate meeting," appeared with a smile on his face. The movie is scheduled to be released without delay. ......

After Controversy, Fukuyama Smiles in Public — Fuji TV Pins Hopes on His Lead Movie

 Takehiko Kohiyama (1st to 3rd photos)

 Master-Disciple Talk [Part 1

 Terry Ito, the "genius director," and Hanari Takahashi, the "money tiger. The two, who used to be boss and subordinate at IVS Television Productions, talked about the variety shows of the crazy '80s.

Master and Disciple Revisit TV Glory Days — Terry Ito × Takahashi Ganari

 Sota Shima (1st to 4th) Kazuhiko Nakamura (5th to 7th)

 Yutaka Yokoyama ran a charity marathon and raised 200 million yen more than last year. The program, which has long been criticized as "emotional pornography," seems to be going back to its roots...

NTV Eyes Former Johnny &#038; Associates Partnership in Back-to-Basics Plan to Revive 24-Hour Television

 Kazuhiko Nakamura (Shuri), Afro (Mizutani)

 Actress Shuri announced her marriage to Ryoki Miyama, aka RYOKI of BE:FIRST. Originally, she was going to make it public in May, but Miyama was reported to be in trouble with a woman, and she had to wait until this point to make the announcement. ......

The Untold Story of Shuri and Ryoki Miyama’s Wedding — Learning from Yutaka Mizutani

 Akira Ikoma

 Akira Ikoma, a sex industry journalist, explains the history of the "revision" of the Entertainment Establishments Control Law in this series. What will the revision in 2013 bring to the adult entertainment industry in the future? What has been lost and what has been gained in the history of amendments? He will summarize.

Fūei Law Reform (Final Part) — Once-Noisy Pleasure Districts Silenced: The Law vs. the Sex Industry

 What impact have the revisions of the Entertainment Establishments Control Law had on the industry and how do they lead to the present? This is the final installment of a series of articles by sex industry journalist Akira Ikoma. In the first part, he discusses the revisions made in 2005 and 2010.

Fūei Law Reform (Part 1) — 2005 Amendment Deals Final Blow to Philippine Pubs

 Keiichi Sudo

 Mineko Miwa

 Not too skinny, not too fat. ...... The legend of the gravure world who celebrated the 25th anniversary of her debut has descended!　The one and only "marshmallow body" and her life-size face are on display!

 The gravure legend Sayaka Isoyama, who celebrated the 25th anniversary of her debut, descended on FRIDAY! She talks about her many visits to Australia, her body makeup, and her dog!

“I Actually Haven’t Measured My Weight for a Decade!” — Sayaka Isoyama Opens Up

 Nakahira Ryo

 Shinji Hasuo

 A search was conducted in Kobe City for Masashi Tanimoto, a suspect arrested for stabbing to death a 24-year-old woman who was a passenger in an elevator. The suspect's unusual behavior prior to the crime is gradually becoming clear, but "the real picture is elusive," says the reporter who covered the case.

Kobe Apartment Murder of 24-Year-Old Woman — Traces of Life Found in Suspect Tanimoto’s 4.5-Tatami Room

 Abnormal weather conditions such as heat waves continuing into September have become commonplace in recent years. Professor Yoshihiro Tachibana of Mie University's Graduate School, known for his research on extreme weather, warns that Japan is one of the countries suffering the most from global warming....

Japan as the Main Victim of Super Extreme Weather — Mie Univ. Professor Had Predicted 40°C World

 Kumataro Arai

 Yasuko Sawaguchi, the lead actress of Fuji's October season Monday 9 drama "Absolute Zero - Information Crime Emergency Investigation", showed off her action skills during the location shooting of the drama. Watch as she chases down a criminal on the rooftop of a building, then raises a crowbar and throws the attacker to the ground!

Yasuko Sawaguchi Throws Criminal Off Rooftop! Rare Shocking Shot from Fuji TV’s October Monday Drama Filming

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 Toru Kazama has announced that he had throat cancer. Although he is now completely cured, he expressed his anxiety, saying that he is afraid of a recurrence. Kazama is famous as a tough actor who spent his childhood in extreme poverty. The following is a recounting of the episodes of his extreme poverty that he told this magazine.

From Biting a Mantis Leg in Poverty to Facing Cancer — Torū Kazama’s Life Story

 Takeshi Kinugawa (1st photo), Kyodo News

 Suntory HD Chairman Takeshi Niinami resigned on September 1. Mr. Niinami became president of Lawson in 2002 at the age of 43. He attracted the attention of the business world as a "legendary man. Six years later, this magazine interviewed Mr. Niinami.

Becoming Lawson President Showed Me My Arrogance — Suntory’s Niinami Opens Up Post-Resignation

 On August 26, the Metropolitan Police Department arrested the president of a pachinko operator and six other executives for violating the Public Offices Election Law (bribing promises), and referred them to the Public Prosecutor's Office on August 8. The president is believed to have instructed his employees to vote for Yasuhisa Abe, who ran for the upper house of the Diet.

Pachinko Boss Smiles During Arrest — Facing Serious Election Law Charges

 Amano Mana has been uploading videos of her toasting over 4,000 glasses of beer every day for the past 11 years. Her stoicism has been recognized by professionals, and she became a beer festival ambassador and introduced "Jibeer" to the world at the same time.

11 Years of Daily Toasts! Beer-Loving Mana Amano’s Original Brew Flying Off Shelves

 Afro

 Six off-line shots of celebrities relaxing in elegance. Which are the most popular luxury resort destinations among stars?

 Celebrities from all over the world visit luxury resorts on their own to relax after a long day. Which are the most popular luxury resorts among stars? Here is a series of six off-shot photos of international celebrities relaxing in elegance!

Celebrities’ Lavish Holidays Abroad — Newly Captured Moments

 Shu Nishihara

 Interview with Anna Umemiya: Her many love affairs, the onset of breast cancer, and marriage within 10 days of meeting: ......

 Anna Umemiya has made headlines as a "woman in love. She told FRIDAY about her grueling breast cancer treatment and her second marriage.

From Illness to Remarriage — Anna Umemiya Speaks Frankly About Her Past Loves

 Kyodo News

 Lotte is 26 games behind Pacific League leader Softbank......, and manager Rito Yoshii, 60, who led the team for three years from 2023, is now said to be scrambling to find a successor.

Lotte New Manager Candidate — Coach Tomohiro Kuroki Rapidly Rises, Rumors of Father–Daughter Set Plan

 Shu Nishihara, courtesy photo

 After 10 years apart since his divorce, George Takahashi finally reunited with his only daughter in April of last year.

 George Takahashi (67) of "Road" reunited with his daughter for the first time in 10 years. The shock of being called "Mr. Takahashi" by his daughter, the change from 2.2 billion yen in royalties to a simple life, and the touching episode when he cried over a letter given to him on Father's Day.

George Takahashi Speaks Out: “I Feel Like I’m Living the Lyrics of Road”

 Thai superstar Jeff Sutter finally made his long-awaited first visit to Japan. When this magazine got off at Tokyo Station, we were surrounded by female fans waiting for him. Jeff had a shy smile on his face.

Jeff Satur Makes Debut in Japan, Charms Female Fans at Tokyo Station

 Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture, continues to be in turmoil over allegations that Mayor Maki Takubo has falsified his academic credentials. What do the residents of Ito City think as the battle between the mayor and the city council continues? We visited the site and gathered firsthand accounts.

Citizens Voice Frustration Over Mayor Takubo’s Diploma Scandal

 Tsuyoshi Shinjo, 53, the manager of Nippon Ham, is in a dead heat with Softbank for the first league championship since 2016.

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