Japanese rock band King Gnu has absolutely exploded onto the scene in recent years. They shot to stardom in 2019 with their smash hit "Hakujitsu," and have since delivered chart-toppers like "BOY" (th ...
It's entrance ceremony season in Japan, and schools across the country are welcoming a flood of new students eager to embark on the next chapter of their academic journeys. But one Japanese university ...
Japanese actress Ryoko Hirosue, 44, who recently performed at Taiwan's "Megaport Festival," was reportedly arrested today in Shimada City, Shizuoka Prefecture, for assaulting a nurse at a hospital fol ...
Snow Man member Daisuke Sakuma sent the internet into a frenzy on April 2nd when he dropped his "unconventional" instant noodle hack on X (formerly Twitter). Fans were either shocked ("You can do THA ...
Pop sensation milet, who burst onto the scene in 2019 with her debut single "inside you," quickly captivated audiences with her distinctive voice and seamless bilingual English-Japanese singing style. ...
Japanese actor Ryo Yoshizawa, known for his roles in popular works such as "Gintama," "Marmalade Boy," and "Reach Beyond the Blue Sky," was referred to prosecutors by the Metropolitan Police Departmen ...
Masahiro Nakai, former leader of the iconic idol group SMAP, has faced a sexual assault scandal since the beginning of the year, leading to the removal of almost all his professional engagements. This ...
Former SMAP leader Masahiro Nakai has been embroiled in a sexual misconduct scandal since the beginning of the year. Following reports by Japanese weekly magazine Shukan Bunshun alleging Fuji TV's pra ...
Veteran Japanese actor, voice actor, and singer Shinya Owada has been a fixture in the entertainment industry since the 1970s. Known for his deep voice and dignified presence, he's graced countless TV ...
Japanese actress Mei Nagano recently appeared on TBS's seasonal variety show, "Live Kanshasai Spring 25," to promote her new drama, "Caster." But the segment took a wild turn when veteran comedian "Eg ...
Japanese singer Kousuke Atari, 44, known for his role and songs in the Taiwanese film "Cape No. 7," is likely a familiar name to many. A self-taught performer of island folk songs (shima-uta), he prev ...
Actress Kirari, known for her role as Nanako Mizuki in the iconic 1998 Japanese drama "GTO" (Great Teacher Onizuka), is currently battling stage three cancer and has been openly sharing her treatment ...
The iconic PlayStation console, developed and founded by SIE (Sony Interactive Entertainment), celebrated its 30th anniversary last December. For many, its first generation debuted as a groundbreaking ...
McDonald's Japan has been absolutely crushing it on social media lately, showcasing some seriously wild creativity. Fresh off a collab with VOCALOID diva Hatsune Miku, where they playfully resurrected ...
Oishi Masayoshi, originally the vocalist for the band Sound Schedule, made his foray into anime and game music in 2014 under the name "Oishi Masayoshi" (オーイシマサヨシ). He quickly rose to fame in t ...
In today's music landscape, digital downloads and streaming platforms reign supreme. Physical CDs are practically relics, with many homes not even owning a CD player anymore – some might even conside ...
The hit new anime series Medalist, currently airing this season, has been racking up praise from viewers for its rare take on figure skating. Even Yuzuru Hanyu himself has reportedly raved about the s ...
Nearly five years since her debut, the 22-year-old Japanese singer Ado remains a captivating enigma in the music scene. Despite never revealing her face, her countless performances and appearances on ...
Monta Mino, the veteran host beloved for popular Japanese variety shows like "The Great Escape from Poverty" (Ai no Bimbō Dasshutsu Daisakusen), "Let's Go to School!" (Gakkō e Ikō!), and "Secret Ke ...
Following the impact of the pandemic in recent years, the operating environment for Japanese talent agencies has become increasingly challenging. Not only are artist fees lower than before, but more c ...
