 Kazuhiko NAKAMURA

 Mei Nagano is about to take a leave of absence due to reports of an alleged affair. There are other "morning drama heroines" at her agency, but none of them seem to be able to replace Nagano. We asked a well-informed person what the difference is between actresses who sell well through morning dramas and those who don't.

Why No One from the Same Agency Could Fill Mei Nagano’s Shoes in Morning Dramas

 Kyodo News

 Yakult manager Shingo Takatsu (56) and another leader of the Yakult baseball team have been at loggerheads since the start of the season.

Yakult’s Takatsu and Ishii Reportedly in Cold War Over Pitching Decisions Amid Team Injury Crisis

 Hiroyuki Komatsu, Kyodo News

 Singer Yukio Hashi has been diagnosed with dementia. He is said to be suffering from moderate dementia. Although he has a serious image, Hashi is surprisingly playful. Here is the true face of Hashi, who loves ice cream and sake, in his dressing room and at meals, as told by his "favorite disciples.


Yuji Hashi’s Dementia Battle and the Warm Memories His Disciples Reveal

 Ichiro Takatsuka, with assistance from Azabu Fugu Takeshi

 Three best friends who met in Tokyo during the height of the bubble economy talk about the hottest decade of the '80s.

 In celebration of Brother Cohn's publication of his autobiography "WON'T BE LONG: My Life Swimming with the Bubble," two of his best friends sit down to talk about the hottest days of the 80s! They talk about their encounters and the nightlife at the height of the bubble economy.

Kon-chan’s Always Surrounded by the Coolest Crowd — Brother Korn, Kinashi &#038; Hiromi Reunite

 An associate professor of Toyama University was arrested for his involvement in the management of an illegal men's esthetic salon. Interviews with the people involved revealed that the suspect was a troublemaker.

From Campus Scandal to Criminal Front: The Tumultuous Downfall of a University Associate Professor

 Blank Green

 The head of the administrative office of the public interest incorporated association "Japan Run-in Temple" was arrested for cocaine possession. What happened behind the scenes?　We interviewed consultants who had been in and out of the organization about the office manager and the recent state of the organization.

The Atmosphere Changed — Cocaine Bust at Kakekomidera as Street Kids Speak Out

 Shigeru Nekota

 The Osaka Expo has been a great success every day. The restaurants inside the Expo site are good, but I would like to recommend some of the "popular restaurants among the locals" located a little before the nearest station, Yumeshima. A gourmet writer living in Osaka will introduce them to you.

No Crowds, Cheap &#038; Delicious! Top Post-Expo Eats in Osaka

 Yusuke Kondo

 Mei Nagano's alleged affair with Kei Tanaka has had a significant impact on her work. The Korean actor Kim Moo-joon, who was the "other guy" she was reportedly "two-timing" with, tweeted on social networking sites... ...

Kim Mu-jun&#8217;s Cheating Scandal: Will He Become a Dangerous Presence for Mei Nagano?

 Born in Tokyo in 1957. Graduated from Aoyama Gakuin University. After working as a radio broadcaster, she became a broadcaster and columnist. She has appeared on "Koi no Karafugai" (Nippon Television Network Corporation), "Tensai! Shimura Dobutsuen" (Nippon Television Network), "Odoru! Sanma Goten‼" (Nippon Television Network Corporation) and many others. He writes more than 30 columns a month for women's magazines, sports and economic newspapers. Currently, she appears on "Sunday Japon" (TBS), "Ichijyukyaku Shiranai Hanashi" (NTV), "Dodeska +" (MTV), and other TV programs. <br /> <br /><br />


 Mihoko Yamada, Columnist

 Shinji Hasuo

 Columnist Mihoko Yamada writes about her thoughts on the members of "Arashi

 Arashi" has announced that it will disband next May. Three of its members will star in a drama series in the July season. Columnist Mihoko Yamada looks back on the acting careers of all five members.

Arashi Members Take Center Stage in July Dramas: A Possible Reunion and the Pride of Their Acting Journey

 Even in Japan, where prices continue to rise, the popularity of cheap and tasty "chicken izakaya" continues unabated. Hakkenden" boasts of its great popularity in the Kansai region, the most fierce battleground in Japan. Hachikenden" is expanding its power and is aiming for the absolute champion, "Tori Aristocrat"!

Osaka’s Hakken-den Expands Rapidly: Can Torikizoku Hold Its Ground?

 New Era", "Akiyoshi", "Torimero", and "Miraizaka" challenge the champion!

 Even in Japan, where prices continue to rise, the popularity of cheap and tasty "chicken izakaya" continues unabated. Akiyoshi," which has been a big hit in Japan, and "Shinjidai," which has created a special hit, as well as "Torimero" and "Miraizaka," both from Watami, will challenge the king of izakayas!

Revolutionizing the Scene: How Chicken-Themed Izakayas Are Disrupting the Market

 Pineapo Urach

 The "Bembo" TV drama "Bembo" has made a big splash in Japan. In Tokushima, "Panpan Street," which retains strong traces of the prewar Akita-machi brothels, is still in operation. Underground explorer Pinappo Urach went there.

Inside Tokushima&#8217;s 150-Year-Old Active Brothel: Infiltrating the Hidden World of Panpan Street

 In June 2010, the ban on the personal use of marijuana was partially lifted in Thailand, sparking a worldwide debate. This year, less than three years after the ban was lifted, marijuana is once again the subject of regulation. What is the current marijuana situation in Thailand? We interviewed the front lines of the "marijuana business.

Thailand’s Cannabis Industry: Where Cafes Double as Hotspots for Japanese Tourists

 Yoshiyuki Komiya (sports writer)

 Hiroyuki Komatsu cPFU Life Agency LIMITED 2025 (4th and 5th photos)

 Hokuriku's supernova talks all about it

 Miyu Kawazoe (PFU Blue Cats Ishikawa Kahoku), one of the most beautiful women in the SV League, is a new star in the volleyball world. Kawazoe talked about her thoughts for the second year of the league and what she has learned from her interactions with children in the disaster-affected areas.

PFU Blue Cats&#8217; Ishikawa and Kawazoe Reflect on the Joy of Playing with Spikes

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 Mr. Kane: "It's Mr. FRIDAY, isn't it? We've been waiting for you! In early May, Takahiro Arai, manager of the Hiroshima Toyo Carp, cheerfully appeared for an interview at a time when the team's main players were out of action. Arai said, "For me, it's a blessing." What was he thinking...

Takahiro Arai on Overcoming Last Season’s Challenges and Leading Hiroshima Carp to the Top

 Taguchi Yuji

 Taku Kawamura, a professor at the University of Tsukuba, thoroughly explains the "changes" after moving to the Majors.

 The day after the May 10 game against the Diamondbacks, Dodgers manager Roberts expressed his concern about Akinori Sasaki, who gave up five runs in four innings. Was the cause of his poor performance "pitching from the back"? An expert in motion analysis provides a thorough explanation while looking at a series of photos.

Experts Break Down Roki Sasaki’s Mechanics: Why the Dodgers’ Phenom Struggles with Control

 Kumataro Arai

 In mid-May, "Namiurareru, Meoto Biyori" was shot on location in Sawara City, Chiba Prefecture, where many onlookers were dazzled by the innocent beauty of Maika Yamamoto. Yamamoto filmed a conversation scene with co-star Yuta Ozeki. Some female students who were watching cheered her on...

Maika Yamamoto Radiates Elegance in Retro Town While Filming Meoto Biyori Drama

 Yakult's Munetaka Murakami, who has played only one game for the Yankees this season due to an upper-body condition, is considering postponing a major league challenge. What is the reason?

Murakami May Delay MLB Jump as Performance Uncertainty Threatens Market Value

 Nakahira

 On May 14, a 78-year-old unemployed man was arrested by the Saitama Prefectural Police for forcibly taking a high school girl in his car and attempting to indecently assault her. What is his reputation, this magazine asked his neighbors and wife?　And what about his unexpected background?

The Dark Past and Local Reputation of a 78-Year-Old Who Tried to Abduct a High School Girl

 Sari Yoshizawa

 Ryuta Watanabe, a.k.a. the polygamous pimp who started auditioning for his fifth wife, was on the verge of a knockout at the first screening in Kabukicho, so the author decided to have a drink with him at his house. The pimp man showed me his superb technique. ......

Gravure Idol Reveals Intimate House-Drinking Encounter with a Polygamous Freeloader

 More and more used condominiums are turning into "slums" in Japan. The main reasons for this are the aging of the population and the rising cost of living. What is the "frightening future" that many condominium residents may face?

Aging Condos, Aging Residents: The Hidden Crisis of Rising Costs and Decline in Japan&#8217;s Older Apartments

 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

 Kenji Kawato (interview)

 The "Cleaning Up Brothers" were formed by comedians with experience in organizing relics. In March this year, they visited the Noto Peninsula for the second time. As clean-up professionals and comedians, what did they see in the disaster-stricken area and what is the "reality of Noto"?

The Heart Can’t Be Tidied Up: A Comedian’s Candid Look at Noto’s Ongoing Recovery

 Hiroyuki Sasaki (Entertainment Journalist)

 On May 12, Masahiro Nakai, 52, who is supposed to have retired from show business, issued a rebuttal to the investigation report by Fuji Television Network's third-party committee through a proxy lawyer. The ripples are spreading. Nakai's

Why a Top TV Producer Shut Down the Masahiro Nakai Comeback Buzz

 A 38-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of indecent assault and other charges. He followed a woman in her 20s on the street at night after she got off the bus. He allegedly broke into her apartment and committed the crime. This is the terrifying sight he showed to the photographer at the police station.

38-year-old man suspected of indecent exposure: &#8220;I pushed him down but couldn&#8217;t do it because of the commotion&#8221;&#8230; &#8220;skinhead, staring at the cameraman,&#8221; terrifying appearance.

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