Monthly Archives: June 2011

Producer Tsunku♂ to start new entertainment show, ‘TsunTube♂’!

Renowned producer Tsunku♂ is set to begin a new entertainment show on ‘MXTV‘, focusing on music, games, anime, idols, software, and manga.

The show’s content will shine a spotlight on Japan’s core entertainment that has recently been gathering attention worldwide, and in keeping with the late night show tradition, will also feature appearances from many beautiful girls.

As the main …


AKB48’s Maeda Atsuko is a summer sweetheart for “Zipper”!

AKB48 member Maeda Atsuko is the cover girl for the August 2011 issue of the fashion magazine “Zipper“, enchanting readers with her feminine charms despite her short new boy-cut for “Hana Kimi“.

In her short but sweet spread, Acchan shows readers how to be a cute tomboy by pairing her new short hair with cute, …


X-JAPAN performs at Shepherd’s Bush Empire in England!

On June 28th, X-JAPAN officially started their world tour at Shepherd’s Bush Empire venue located in England!

At this live, the band performed ten songs – including their new single, “JADE” – in front of approximately two thousand of their European fans. “It’s like a dream. I wish I could stay in this moment forever,” said YOSHIKI to …


No Sleeves holds release event for “Kuchibiru Furezu…”!

On June 29th, AKB48 sub-unit No Sleeves held a release event for their new single, “Kuchibiru Furezu…”, at Tokyo’s Ebisu Garden Hall.

The three AKB48 members performed their seventh single in front of 1,000 fans who were randomly chosen to participate in this event.

During the release event, the girls also put on a program, titled ‘Kuchibiru Uranai’ …


Nagasawa Masami gives no comment on her relationship with EXILE’s AKIRA

On June 30th, actress Nagasawa Masami made an appearance at a press release event for monthly visual magazine, “PULP SERIES”. Furthermore, back in April, there were reports of her and EXILE’s AKIRA dating, but when the press asked, “How is your relationship going?” or “Will you show your pictures to him?”, she refused to give any answers …


Check out Ohno Satoshi’s new commercial for KFC!

The new KFC commercial starring Arashi’s Ohno Satoshi has just been revealed!

The commercial is promoting KFC’s two varieties of spicy chicken for summer, and features Ohno caught in the middle of a wrestling match between Red Hot Chicken and Jalapeno Boneless. It also shows a special pack you can order to see which spicy chicken you prefer.

Check …


SPEED reveals covers for their upcoming single, “Little Dancer”!

SPEED has just revealed the covers for their twentieth single, “Little Dancer“!

The single will be released on August 10th in commemoration of their fifteenth anniversary, and will be BENNIE K member YUKI’s first work as a producer.

“It’s a song I’d like many people to hear, as it’s packed full of our hopes that together, we adults can support, …


AKB48’s Maeda Atsuko snaps a photo with Suzuki Fuku, Ashida Mana + Mook for “Hana Kimi”!

AKB48 member Maeda Atsuko updated her official blog, teasing fans with a collaboration between “Hana Kimi” and the popular spring drama, “Marumo no Okite“!

“It’s Mana-chan, Fuku-kun and Mook~ The July 3rd broadcast of ‘Marumo no Okite’ will be its last!!” the idol wrote on her official blog. “Three of the members of ‘Hanazakari no Kimitachi e’ get to …


Former Kagrra members form a new band, PLAYERS!

Former J-rock band Kagrra guitarist Shin and bassist Nao have formed a new band called “PLAYERS” under PS COMPANY!

Kagrra was formed in 2000 with five members: Isshi (vocals), Akiya (guitar), Shin (guitar), Nao (bass), and Izumi (drums). After gaining popularity with their Japanese-style costumes and rock sound, the band made their major debut label in 2004 with the single, “Urei“. Seven years …


Stereopony & Kariyushi58 to sing “Shimanchu nu Takara” on “Bokura no Ongaku”

Popular Okinawan bands Stereopony and Kariyushi58 will be appearing on the July 1st episode of “Bokura no Ongaku“!

The main guests for this episode are Kariyushi58, who are releasing their first best-of album on July 27th. During their studio live, they will collaborate with their juniors Stereopony and sing BEGIN’s famous song, “Shimanchu nu Takara“, in addition …


Arashi to challenge a 3D commercial for “au”!

On June 29th, Arashi announced that they would be challenging 3D commercials for “Android au“!

The CM will come in two different editions – a “Jump out, Leader!” version and a “2D Arashi” version – both of which will feature the members of Arashi in crisp white suits as they introduce handy apps on the au smart phone. Leader Ohno Satoshi …


Further details on JUNO’s debut track revealed!

Back in May, tokyohive reported that JUNO, the older brother of JUNSU (JYJ), will make his debut in Japan this summer under avex trax. Today, the title and the release date of his new single were revealed to the public.

The title of this song is called “Fate” and the lyrics are based on his real life experiences of abandoning …


NMB48 unleashes full PV for “Zetsumetsu Kurokami Shoujo”!

After teasing with a preview, NMB48 has unveiled the full version of their PV for “Zetsumetsu Kurokami Shoujo“!

The upbeat song is the title track to the idol group’s major label debut single, which will be released on July 20th. The music video for “Zetsumetsu Kurokami Shoujo” features shots of the girls in cute school uniforms, traditional …


Check out a PV preview for Itano Tomomi’s new song, “Fui ni”!

AKB48’s Itano Tomomi will be releasing her second single “Fui ni” on July 13th, and now a preview of her PV is out!

Itano made her debut with a cool image in the “Dear J” music video, but this time, she shows off her cute and sexy side.

Check out the PV preview below!

Thanks to tomofan for the tip!


FictionJunction unleashes PV for “stone cold”!

FictionJunction has just uploaded a new PV onto flying DOG’s official YouTube channel!

The song is the title track of their upcoming single “stone cold”, which will be released on August 3rd. “stone cold” has also been claimed as the opening theme song for the anime “Sacred 7″.

Check out the PV, cover, and track list for the single below!


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