 Keisuke Nishi

 Mitsuki Takahata, who recently announced that she is pregnant with her first child, was spotted at a sweet shop in Tokyo!　Wearing a maternity coordinate with an oversized polo shirt, she looked satisfied as she tucked into shaved ice.

Celebrating First Child Pregnancy》Wearing an oversized shirt, Mitsuki Takahata visited &#8220;the perfect place for summer&#8221; on the weekend.

 Takayuki Ogawauchi

 Starred in the July season drama "Cinderella Crozet

 Makana Ozaki, who appeared in the Tsuki 9 drama "Tomorrow Will Be a Better Day", will play the lead role in the July season drama "Cinderella Crozet". She has been in her career for 13 years, and "Tora ni Tsubasa" was a major turning point for her.

“I’m Not There Yet”—Manaka Osaki on Her Journey in Tora ni Tsubasa

 Shu Nishihara Afro (3rd)

 Korean actress Park Shin Hye attended an event in Tokyo in late June. After the event, she smiled and waved from her car to the delight of her fans! How did she go from a child actress to one of Korea's top stars?

Park Shin-hye’s Flawless Post-Event Moment Wins Over Japanese Fans

 Ken Sugiyama

 Yusuke Kondo

 Mei Nagano and Kei Tanaka were reported by "Shukan Bunshun" (Weekly Bunshun) for alleged infidelity. Both have denied the allegations, but the turmoil does not seem to have subsided. However, the damage has been done, and the two are now seen in very different light.

Mei Nagano and Kei Tanaka: How Affair Rumors Are Shaping Public Perception of Two Relatable Stars

 Takero Yui

 She is passionately playing the role of a devoted maid, Udo Shin, who is a literary girl.

 Himari Hitomizu, who is currently playing the role of the maid, Udoshin, in the NHK television series "Anpan," is now attracting attention as the "next breakout" actress! She has been acting for only two years, so why did she get this big role? She talks about her feelings at the time.

Hitomi Himari on Anpan Inspired by Dazai’s No Longer Human

 Afro Kazuhiko Nakamura (Yuki Saito) Yoshito Murata (Yuriko Ishida)

 This year, too, the heroines of TV dramas are all young actresses, but that's not enough! While young actresses in their 20s and 30s are performing spectacularly, which of the leading actresses in their 40s and 50s, who have built up their careers and are supported by young people, is highly regarded both in name and reality? Drama watchers familiar with the industry discussed them all!

 The heroines of Reiwa's TV dramas are all in their 20s and 30s, but don't you sometimes think, "If only that talented actress had played the leading role in this drama..."? Who are the veteran leading actresses who are also supported by young people? Let's have an in-depth discussion!

Let&#8217;s decide who is the &#8220;No.1&#8221; veteran actress in Reiwa! Three experts thoroughly discussed the issue.

 Takehiko Kohiyama

 Time has passed since her teenage years, when she got her big break with the commercial "Hey, give me a kiss," and since her 20s, when she passionately played the role of Yukino Kashiwagi in "Odoru Daisousasen" (Bayside Shakedown).

 Actor Miki Mizuno says with a smile, "I have a new pillar of family, and it's as if I have a new life. She talks about how she first became interested in acting, the secret story behind her appearance in "Odoru Daisousasen", and her future prospects.

Miki Mizuno &#8220;I always wanted to create something&#8221; &#8220;Becoming a mother changed the way I read scripts.

 Shinji Hasuo

 A famous producer was arrested for taking out confidential information of a casting company. The information included a list of actresses who had starring roles in dramas. The man had been assigned to another company in the same industry. An expert explains the background of the case in an easy-to-understand manner.

Actress’ Secret List Leaked? Surprising Reputation of Producer

 Kyodo Images (Yokota) Jiji Press (Nakanishi) Kazuhiko Nakamura (Ito)

 Last year's much-talked-about drama series, "Inappropriate Enough! last year, she quickly rose to fame and made her breakthrough as an actress. Who will follow in her footsteps and who will be the next generation of stars to watch in 2025?

2025&#8217;s Breakout Actresses Including the One Who Surpassed Sairi Ito

 Rising star who will be a cheering manager of "National High School Soccer", the drama "Mr. Takagi", attracting a lot of attention as a heroine.

 It is said that being a cheerleading manager for a national high school soccer team is a gateway to success for young actresses. Rui Tsukishima, who was chosen to be the 20th manager of the team, starred in last year's live-action drama based on a popular manga and attracted a lot of attention as an actress. She looks back on the time of filming.

Ruirui Tsukishima Aspires to Co-Star with Idol Ryohei Suzuki

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 New Year Special Interview Part1

 In 2012, Nao starred in four TV dramas and movies, and was featured in two commercials. In 2013, she will appear in the drama "Tokyo Salad Bowl" (January TV series), and she is truly a "seasoned actress".

Nao on Turning 30 Choosing What Inspires Her

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 New Year Special Interview Part 2

 Mio Imada is in great form, having appeared in three consecutive TV dramas in 2011 and being selected as the heroine of an NHK TV drama series in 2012. What kind of year was it for her in 2012? In a word, it was...

Mio Imada, the long-sought-after &#8220;morning drama heroine,&#8221; has reached a new level of success.

 New Year's Special Interview Part 1

 Mio Imada was chosen to play the leading role in NHK's TV drama series for the first half of 2013. It has been eight years since she moved to Tokyo from Fukuoka, and five years since she appeared in the "Doctor X" series. She says that it is "fate" that has allowed her to become more than the "person she wanted to be.

The &#8220;me I want to be&#8221; grows up! &#8230;Mio Imada, &#8220;The cutest girl in Fukuoka,&#8221; where she is now after 8 years in Tokyo

 Yu Kumaki

 With over 580,000 followers in total, Mayumi Shiraishi is the super ace of the sister group of "FRUITS ZIPPER!　Mayumi Shiraishi, the super ace of "FRUITS ZIPPER"'s younger sister group, makes her first appearance in FRIDAY's photogravure section. We asked her about the unknown background of her second attempt at becoming an idol and her thoughts on her first gravure in three years.

 She has over 580,000 followers!　We interviewed Mayumi Shiraishi, the super ace of "FRUITS ZIPPER"'s younger sister group, about her first gravure in 3 years.

Mayumi Shiraishi FRIDAY Debut Shot at 120 Percent Beauty

 Kazuhiko Nakamura, Kumagai Kan (3rd photo), Hiroyuki Sato (4th photo)

 The "sold-out queen" who announced her name change from "Oshino Sara" last September is now making her presence felt as a two-fisted actress and calligrapher.

 Sara Oshino suddenly retired to concentrate on her acting career after rising to become a popular gravure idol. She is now active as an actress, and her talent as a "calligrapher" has blossomed and become a topic of conversation. What is the background behind her decision to retire?

Sara Oshino Embraces Sensuality of Words in Her Writing Three Years After Retiring from Gravure

 Suddenly, reports of power harassment surfaced. Her agency released a 1950-word long comment under the name of its president, but behind the scenes, the agency is recruiting for 10 "large-scale hires." ......

Kanna Hashimoto’s Office, With 15 Employees Seeks 10 New Hires Under Concerning Conditions

 Hidesaku Kuriyama

 Nanako Kurozaki, a member of idol group "Peel the Apple", shows off her slender body again on FRIDAY!　We also interviewed her about what she wants to do after she graduates from the group!

 Nanako KUROZAKI, a member of idol group "Peel the Apple," showed off her slender body again on FRIDAY!　We interviewed her directly about what she wants to do after graduating from the group!

Suntory Dream Match&#8221; Reporter: &#8220;I Thought About Going to All the Giants&#8217; Games After Graduation&#8221; &#8211; NANAKO KUROZAKI, a member of idol group Peel the Apple, shows off her slender body again on FRIDAY!

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 A famous male announcer in South Korea was indicted at home. He committed indecent acts against his actress ex-wife's sister. He is alleged to have touched her on at least five occasions. We report on the surprising motive and details of the allegations as told by the male announcer.

Korean Male Announcer Accused of Assaulting Actress Ex-Wife’s Sister: Shock Details

 Takeo Dec.

 Ririka Fukui, a supernova in the world of gravure, is the talk of the town for her first appearance in FRIDAY. We take a closer look at the true face of this pure black actress, who has also recently appeared in a drama produced by NHK.

Actress Ririka Fukui, who appears in NHK dramas, is a topic of conversation for her powerful body&#8230; The unexpected thing she brought to bed with her to study acting.

 Masakazu Yoshiba

 A special interview with gravure idol Kei Fubuki, who reveals her background as a former CA.

Kei Fubuki Reveals that She was a Former CA! An Unexpected Comment from Her Boss after Discovering her Gravure Appearances!

Former CA&#8217;s J-cup Strongest Gravure Idol &#8212; Kei Fubuki, Exposes Her Shocking Family Meeting

 Yuzuno Nagao, 7, made her debut in the entertainment industry at the age of one and a half, and this year marks her sixth year in the industry. She has appeared in numerous well-known dramas, movies, and commercials, and has captivated viewers with her acting ability that is hard to believe for a 7-year-old. She revealed the secret to making her "dream" come true.

Yuno Nagao Speaks About Her Dreams and Future in 10 Years with the Power of Kotodama

 Kyosuke Higashi

 Umeki Koichiro

 Rio Yamashita is the first gravure actress in Japan to shoot on location in the steppe of Mongolia. Why did she choose Mongolia? The authentic actress talks about her thoughts on the unknown world of gravure...

Behind the Scenes with Rio Yamashita: Unveiling Her True Thoughts on Playing Someone Else

 Kenji Sugawara

 She has starred in two consecutive dramas!

 Following "Saionji-san Does Not Do Housework," which recently reached its final episode, Wakana Matsumoto is starring in her second consecutive drama series. Catch her filming the drama in her fall outfits under the scorching sun!

Wakana Matsumoto smiles even when filming under the scorching sun in Toyosu! Wakana Matsumoto: Why the Late Blooming New Drama Queen Continues to Make Great Strides

 Kumataro Arai (Tanabe), Meiko Koike (Ozawa), Yusuke Kondo (Nanao), Jiji Press (Tamaki), Kazuhiko Nakamura (Adachi, Yoshioka)

 Drama watchers discuss the most controversial! From veterans to up-and-coming young talents, we take a look at everything. Dramas are more interesting because of the bad girls who torment the heroines...

 FRIDAY held a roundtable discussion with drama watchers to determine the "Strongest Bad Actress! After a heated debate, the strongest "bad girl" was chosen...

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Celebrating First Child Pregnancy》Wearing an oversized shirt, Mitsuki Takahata visited “the perfect place for summer” on the weekend.

“I’m Not There Yet”—Manaka Osaki on Her Journey in Tora ni Tsubasa

Park Shin-hye’s Flawless Post-Event Moment Wins Over Japanese Fans

Mei Nagano and Kei Tanaka: How Affair Rumors Are Shaping Public Perception of Two Relatable Stars

Hitomi Himari on Anpan Inspired by Dazai’s No Longer Human

Let’s decide who is the “No.1” veteran actress in Reiwa! Three experts thoroughly discussed the issue.

Miki Mizuno “I always wanted to create something” “Becoming a mother changed the way I read scripts.

Actress’ Secret List Leaked? Surprising Reputation of Producer

2025’s Breakout Actresses Including the One Who Surpassed Sairi Ito

Ruirui Tsukishima Aspires to Co-Star with Idol Ryohei Suzuki

Nao on Turning 30 Choosing What Inspires Her

Mio Imada, the long-sought-after “morning drama heroine,” has reached a new level of success.

The “me I want to be” grows up! …Mio Imada, “The cutest girl in Fukuoka,” where she is now after 8 years in Tokyo

Mayumi Shiraishi FRIDAY Debut Shot at 120 Percent Beauty

Sara Oshino Embraces Sensuality of Words in Her Writing Three Years After Retiring from Gravure

Kanna Hashimoto’s Office, With 15 Employees Seeks 10 New Hires Under Concerning Conditions

Suntory Dream Match” Reporter: “I Thought About Going to All the Giants’ Games After Graduation” – NANAKO KUROZAKI, a member of idol group Peel the Apple, shows off her slender body again on FRIDAY!

Korean Male Announcer Accused of Assaulting Actress Ex-Wife’s Sister: Shock Details

Actress Ririka Fukui, who appears in NHK dramas, is a topic of conversation for her powerful body… The unexpected thing she brought to bed with her to study acting.

Kei Fubuki Reveals that She was a Former CA! An Unexpected Comment from Her Boss after Discovering her Gravure Appearances!

Former CA’s J-cup Strongest Gravure Idol — Kei Fubuki, Exposes Her Shocking Family Meeting

Yuno Nagao Speaks About Her Dreams and Future in 10 Years with the Power of Kotodama

Behind the Scenes with Rio Yamashita: Unveiling Her True Thoughts on Playing Someone Else

Wakana Matsumoto smiles even when filming under the scorching sun in Toyosu! Wakana Matsumoto: Why the Late Blooming New Drama Queen Continues to Make Great Strides

Roundtable to Decide Title of Strongest Bad Woman Actress