 Kojiro Yamada

 It has been revealed that Ryusei Fujii (33) and Nozomu Kotaki (30) of the seven-member group “WEST.” are leaving the group, sending fans into an uproar.

&#8220;Was Shigeoka the Trigger for His Departure&#8230;?&#8221; The Inside Story Behind &#8220;WEST.&#8221;&#8216;s Sudden Departure and Fujii &#038; Kotaki&#8217;s &#8220;Rock-Solid Career Plan&#8221;

 Sota Shima

 Ren Nagase of “King & Prince” is scheduled to hold his first-ever fan meetings in five cities across Japan from September 8 to October 23. Some fans are on edge about his ticketing policy.

&#8220;Could They Be Getting Married&#8230;?&#8221; Fans Are on Edge Over &#8216;King &#038; Prince&#8217; Ren Nagase&#8217;s Money-Making Tactics

 STARTO’s junior sub-unit “KEY TO LIT” is set to make its long-awaited CD debut this winter. While drawing attention from fans and the industry alike, certain controversial remarks from the past have emerged as a cause for concern.

&#8220;KEY TO LIT,&#8221; the Junior Unit Gaining Attention for Its &#8220;Destroy Japan&#8221; Remarks on the Anniversary of the End of the War, and Its &#8220;Controversial Past Comments&#8221;

 Yusuke Kondo

 Daiki Shigeoka and Takahiro Hamada of “WEST.” announced their marriages on the August 9 episode of “W.” With four out of the seven members now married—an unprecedented situation—a wide range of opinions are circulating among fans.

WEST.’s Double Marriage News Has Fans Talking—And Digging Up Their Controversial Past Hints

 Kazuhiko Nakamura

 In July, “DOMOTO” (formerly “KinKi Kids”) held a dome tour in Tokyo and Osaka. While the performances featured a collaboration with the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra, it appears there were complex circumstances behind the scenes.

Contract Over, Songs at Risk? DOMOTO Faces a Major Music Rights Battle After Leaving STARTO

 Afro (Sato), Kumatarō Arai (Hashimoto)

 The harassment allegations between Jiro Sato and Ai Hashimoto remain unresolved. The controversy has now spread to an unexpected place.

Jiro Sato and Ai Hashimoto Controversy Takes an Unexpected Turn: Travis Japan’s Kaito Nakamura Caught in the Fallout

 It’s been a year and a half since “timelesz project -AUDITION-” ended. While the former trainees who narrowly missed making the cut continue their individual activities, their fortunes are now beginning to diverge.

From Dream Debut to Harsh Reality: The Unexpected Turns in the Lives of Timelesz Project Candidates

 It’s making headlines that Snow Man’s Teru Iwamoto choreographed the new song “UNItVERSE” for the five-member male vocal group The Gospellers. It seems Iwamoto’s sense of style—which has even earned praise from professional dancers—really shone through.

The Creative Genius of Snow Man&#8217;s Hikaru Iwamoto Is Winning Widespread Praise

 Sota Shima (1st to 3rd photos)

 Keisuke Nishi (4th to 5th photos)

 Ginza (Chuo Ward) in Tokyo is bustling with inbound customers. One spring afternoon, a man with a black paper bag in his hand emerged from a high-end fashion brand store in one of the corners. He is Takahisa Masuda of NEWS.

NEWS’ Takahisa Masuda Spotted Shopping at Luxury Brand Store in Ginza

 Takayuki Ogawauchi (1st, 4th-5th) Takahiro Kagawa (2nd-3rd)

 The play "Shindo 3" was performed at a theater in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo from August 21 to September 7. One of the performers, Ryuhei Maruyama of "SUPER EIGHT", was on stage every day, while he repeatedly drank heavily in Shimokitazawa at night. .....

SUPER EIGHT’s Ryuhei Maruyama Spotted Drinking the Night Away at a Shimokitazawa Bar After His Stage Performance!

 Takero Shunyu (1st) Sota Shima (3rd, 6th, 8th) Shoichiro Tsuboi (4th) Yasuko Funamoto (5th) Toshikatsu Tanaka (2nd) Yuya Kawasaki (9th) Masaaki Saito (10th) Keisuke Nishi (13th) Shuichi Masuda (11th) Shinji Hasuo (12th)

 Love, leaving, leaving the group, arrest, tattoos, and getting down on one's knees. ...... The "unorthodox group" of the old Johnny's's finally comes to an end.

 KAT-TUN" will end its more than 20-year history on March 31. The group's history of infatuation, defection, leaving the group, arrest, tattoos, and getting down on their knees......FRIDAY takes a look back at the true face of this "unorthodox group" with treasured photos taken exclusively by FRIDAY.

KAT-TUN Disbands! Unveiling Rare Photos of the Six Who Lived on the Edge

 Hirotsuru Fujiyama

 Yoshito Murata

 Ren Meguro of "Snow Man" has been a hit in a succession of dramas and movies in which he has starred. It seems that the reason for the endless offers is not only his ability but also his humanity. ......

Staff Praise for Meguro Ren&#8217;s Excellent Customer Service Leads to Overwhelming Offers

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 There has been a series of illegal resale of tickets to concerts of former Johnny's group. In such a situation, an arrest was finally made. The following is a detailed report on the incident that took place at the concert venue of the popular group "WEST.

Fake IDs &#038; Ticket Scalping The Dark Side of Former Johnny’s Concerts

 Recently, a recent report on the recent appearance of Satoshi Ohno, Arashi, has been making the news that he may have a tattoo. However, there are many lesser-known Japanese celebrities who have tattoos. Here are some of them.

Satoshi Ohno Stuns with Transformation and Tattoo Revelation

 Kazuhiko NAKAMURA

 Serials: The Staff Saw It All! Weekly Inside story of Television

 NHK announced that it will resume the use of talents from the former Johnny's office in its programs. The late Johnny Kitagawa's sexual assault scandal brought to light, resulting in a string of cancellations of programs and commercials by the agency's talent, but the subsequent compensation and measures taken to prevent a recurrence of the scandal are being evaluated.

Comeback and Re-Evaluation of Former Johnny&#8217;s Talent

 Toshihiko Tabuchi

 The honeymoon relationship between TV stations and entertainment agencies ...... is "unbreakable under any circumstances. I think everyone has come to realize that with the recent lifting of NHK's ban on the former Johnny's. That is also the reason for the poor performance of the morning drama "Omusubi".

Former TV Tokyo Producer Discusses Growing Trend in TV Stations on N-Spec Following Interference Call After Broadcast

 Shu NISHIHARA

 Takuya Kimura has often come under fire for his comments on social networking sites. This time, his comments at his own solo concert have been flamed again as a result of the buzz on social networking sites. This magazine article explains how it happened.

Takuya Kimura Faces Backlash Over Solo Concert Remarks on Abuse Victims

 Aida Pudding

 Along with core viewership ratings, TV stations have recently been focusing on the delivery of missed programs, and TVer has been experiencing what could be called "special demand," with ad sales up 150% from the previous year. However, not all of the industry is prospering.

Advertising Revenue Soars 150% Production Companies Face an Existential Crisis Amid the TVer Boom

 The October 20 broadcast of the "NHK Special" on the late Janney Kitagawa's sexual assault is causing a stir, despite the fact that NHK had just announced in October that it would resume using STARTO's talent. ......

NHK Special on Johnny Kitagawa: Shocking Final 7 Minutes and the Reporter&#8217;s Bold Move

 Raoul (21) is the youngest member of the 9-member group "Snow Man. It is said that he is becoming the opinion leader of the group. A reporter for this magazine explains how it happened.

Snow Man&#8221; Raoul&#8217;s &#8220;opinionated character&#8221; has taken root&#8230;Concerns are voiced as he warns fans with harsh words.

 Norifumi Arakida (FRIDAY Digital Entertainment Desk)

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 Junnosuke Taguchi was formerly a popular member of KAT-TUN. Recently, he has been in the news for his non-entertainment activities such as being a professional mahjong player, a poker player, and a restaurant producer.

Junnosuke Taguchi Produces a Men&#8217;s Show Club, Guiding the Next Generation of Stars

 STARTO announced that "Bishonen" Issei Kanazashi will leave the company on November 1. Although there has been a tailwind here, with TV Tokyo lifting its ban on the appearance of former Johnny's talents, there is a surprising source of anxiety. ......

TV TOKYO ban,&#8221; a separate fan club, and the departure of a popular TV personality&#8230; STARTO&#8217;s &#8220;causes for concern.

 Keisuke Nishi

 Junnosuke Taguchi is a former member of KAT-TUN. Recently, he has been so energetic in his various activities that it is hard to tell what his main job is. Taguchi recently posted a video on TikTok that has become a topic of conversation.

Former KAT-TUN Member Taguchi Rides on Junior&#8217;s Popularity in Video, Boosting His Favorability?

 Shinji Hasuo (1st photo), Kojiro Yamada

 TOKIO's Masahiro Matsuoka makes his YouTuber debut. His relaxed talk over drinks and the variety of friends he has in his life have become the talk of the town. Some people are expecting him to give that "frank talk.

TOKIO Matsuoka&#8217;s YouTube debut raises expectations for his &#8220;frank talk

 Yusuke Kondo (Shiyoh Hirano, Yuta Kishi), Ippei Hara (Yuta Jinguji)

 The latest song "INZM" by "Number_i" has been the subject of much controversy on the Internet. Since its unveiling, the song's unique lyrics have been receiving mixed reviews in the TV industry. ......

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“Was Shigeoka the Trigger for His Departure…?” The Inside Story Behind “WEST.”‘s Sudden Departure and Fujii & Kotaki’s “Rock-Solid Career Plan”

“Could They Be Getting Married…?” Fans Are on Edge Over ‘King & Prince’ Ren Nagase’s Money-Making Tactics

“KEY TO LIT,” the Junior Unit Gaining Attention for Its “Destroy Japan” Remarks on the Anniversary of the End of the War, and Its “Controversial Past Comments”

WEST.’s Double Marriage News Has Fans Talking—And Digging Up Their Controversial Past Hints

Contract Over, Songs at Risk? DOMOTO Faces a Major Music Rights Battle After Leaving STARTO

Jiro Sato and Ai Hashimoto Controversy Takes an Unexpected Turn: Travis Japan’s Kaito Nakamura Caught in the Fallout

From Dream Debut to Harsh Reality: The Unexpected Turns in the Lives of Timelesz Project Candidates

The Creative Genius of Snow Man’s Hikaru Iwamoto Is Winning Widespread Praise

NEWS’ Takahisa Masuda Spotted Shopping at Luxury Brand Store in Ginza

SUPER EIGHT’s Ryuhei Maruyama Spotted Drinking the Night Away at a Shimokitazawa Bar After His Stage Performance!

KAT-TUN Disbands! Unveiling Rare Photos of the Six Who Lived on the Edge

Staff Praise for Meguro Ren’s Excellent Customer Service Leads to Overwhelming Offers

Fake IDs & Ticket Scalping The Dark Side of Former Johnny’s Concerts

Satoshi Ohno Stuns with Transformation and Tattoo Revelation

Comeback and Re-Evaluation of Former Johnny’s Talent

Former TV Tokyo Producer Discusses Growing Trend in TV Stations on N-Spec Following Interference Call After Broadcast

Takuya Kimura Faces Backlash Over Solo Concert Remarks on Abuse Victims

Advertising Revenue Soars 150% Production Companies Face an Existential Crisis Amid the TVer Boom

NHK Special on Johnny Kitagawa: Shocking Final 7 Minutes and the Reporter’s Bold Move

Snow Man” Raoul’s “opinionated character” has taken root…Concerns are voiced as he warns fans with harsh words.

Junnosuke Taguchi Produces a Men’s Show Club, Guiding the Next Generation of Stars

TV TOKYO ban,” a separate fan club, and the departure of a popular TV personality… STARTO’s “causes for concern.

Former KAT-TUN Member Taguchi Rides on Junior’s Popularity in Video, Boosting His Favorability?

TOKIO Matsuoka’s YouTube debut raises expectations for his “frank talk

I don’t want to play it on my show…” A TV person leaked his true feelings about the controversial new song by Number_i.