SDN48 releases the full PV to their last single

SDN48 will be releasing the group’s last single titled “Makeoshimi Congratulation” on March 7th, and the full PV to the last single has just been released.

The PV tells a story of an alumni meeting of SDN48 members set as in 2022 (10 years later from now), and depicts the members’ lives after their graduation. For example, Serina became a successful …


Details on “Ao no Exorcist” stage play adaptation revealed

As tokyohive reported previously, Kato Kazue’s manga “Ao no Exorcist” will get a stage play adaptation, and today, the details on the stage play including the cast members have been revealed.

The title for the stage play will be “LIVE ACT ‘Ao no Exorcist’ ~Majin no Rakuin~“, and the protagonist “Okumura Rin” will be played by Kimura Ryo while …


Documentary show featuring A.B.C-Z to be broadcast via Fuji TV ONE

It was announced that a documentary program featuring 5-member group from Johnny’s Jimusho, A.B.C-Z, who made their debut through their DVD ”Za ABC 〜5stars〜“ on February 1st, will be aired via Fuji TV on March 28th at 12:35 am.

The title of the documentary is “‘A to Z’ ~Shijou Saikyou no Johnny’s Jr. Tsui ni Debut~“, and it will be an in …


Igawa Haruka announces her second pregnancy

On March 1st, actress Igawa Haruka announced on her official site that she is expecting her second child. According to her agency, she will give birth to the baby this summer.

Igawa commented, “Since I was waiting eagerly to have a new member in our family, I am very happy. Now that my pregnancy is at a stable period, I’m full of gratitude that I am able to announce this to everyone.”

Igawa married fashion designer Matsumoto Ato back in November 2006, and they had their first child in June 2009.

Congratulations!


Sasaki Nozomi to release her 1st album “NOZOMI COLLECTION”

Model and actress Sasaki Nozomi will be releasing her first album “NOZOMI COLLECTION” on April 18th. “This is actually a surprise since I’ve never expected to be able to release an album,” she stated.

Included in the album will be a song titled “For You“, in which Sasaki tried her hand at writing lyrics for the first time.  According to Sasaki, …


Mizuki Alisa to star in TV Asahi’s new detective drama

On February 29th, it was announced that Mizuki Alisa will star in TV Asahi’s new detective drama, “Answer~Keishichou Kenshou Sousakan“.  This will be Mizuki’s 24th starring drama, and surprisingly, she has been taking the lead role in drama series for 21 consecutive years.

Though Mizuki has been playing so many different roles, she has never played a detective role.  She commented, …


Mizobata Junpei to star in “Detective Conan” special drama once again

It was announced that the live action adaptation of “Detective Conan” will come back after 7 months as a special drama titled, “Kudo Shinichi Kyoto Shinsengumi Satsujin Jiken“, starring Mizobata Junpei.

“Detective Conan (Meitantei Conan)” is Aoyama Gosho’s popular manga that is being serialized on Weekly Shonen Sunday, and its TV anime series had started airing in 1996, and since in …


Sexy Zone’s Nakajima Kento to enter Meiji Gakuin University this April

It was revealed that 5-member group Sexy Zone’s Nakajima Kento has passed the entrance exam for Meiji Gakuin University (department of sociology), and will enter the university this April. Although Sexy Zone has a busy schedule, he will try to manage both his activities in Sexy Zone and his studies.

Noticing the great influence of media after the disaster, Nakajima decided to study sociology. He commented, “By understanding the mechanism of Japanese society, I would like to study what I will be able to transmit through music and acting.” Nakajima also stated enthusiastically that he would like to participate in news programs in the future, like some of his seniors and convey precise information to many people.


Arashi reveals the short version PV for “Wild at Heart”

After releasing a PV preview to Arashi’s upcoming single “Wild at Heart“, a short version of the PV has been released!

The single is set to be released on March 7th, and it will be released in two different editions.

Until the full PV is revealed, enjoy the short version below!


Oricon reveals the weekly charts for March 5th

Oricon has just revealed the result of their latest weekly charts for the week of March 5th!

Check out the top rankings below:

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<Single Weekly Ranking>

1. “SUPER DELICATE” – Hey! Say! JUMP : 2/22 (248,778)

2. “Guru Guru Curtain” – Nogizaka46 : 2/22 (136,309)

3. “GIVE ME FIVE!” – AKB48 : 2/15 (74,088)

4. “SAILING” – AAA : 2/22 (42,056)

5. “FLY HIGH” – w-inds. : 2/22 (36,232)

(CHeck …


Nakai Masahiro, Esumi Makiko & AKB48 to be the MC for TBS’ new music program

It was announced that SMAP’s Nakai Masahiro, actress Esumi Makiko, and idol group AKB48 has been chosen as the MC for a yet-to-be-titled music program on TBS which will start in the middle of April.  The music show will feature three or four artist groups every week, and will comprise of performance and discussion segments.

AKB48 member Takahashi Minami commented, “For AKB48, …


Nishikido Ryo to star in new drama “Papa wa Idol!” as himself

Kanjani 8 member, Nishikido Ryo will star in new TBS drama ‘Papa wa Idol!‘ (working title) which will start airing in this April.  Nishikido’s role will be himself, an idol who belongs to Johnny’s Jimusho.

This drama is a remake of TBS drama, ‘Mama wa Idol!’ which was aired in 1987 starring Nakayama Miho, and though they changed the …


Toda Erika chosen as the heroine for Ohno Satoshi’s upcoming drama

As we reported previously, Arashi’s Ohno Satoshi will star in the next “Getsu9″ drama “Kagi no Kakatta Heya“, and today, it was announced that Toda Erika has been chosen as the heroine for the drama. This will be the first time for Ohno and Toda to co-star with each other, and also, the first time for Toda to play the …


Check out the full PV for Nishino Kana’s “SAKURA, I love you?”

As reported previously, Nishino Kana’s new single “SAKURA, I love you?” will be released on March 7th.  Earlier, the full PV to her upcoming single was revealed!

The new song is described as a sakura song produced by Jeff Miyahara, with lyrics written by Nishino herself.

Check out the full PV below!

Thanks to Monkae for the tip!


Check out this week’s MUSIC STATION performances!

Below are the performances from MUSIC STATION’s February 24th broadcast.  Also, don’t forget to check the artists line-up for next week’s episode here!

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“SUPER DELICATE” – Hey!Say! JUMP

“KISS KISS BANG BANG” – Ikimonogakari

“Tsumetai Ame” – BONNIE PINK

“LOVE Machine/Renai Revolution 21/Shinning Butterfly” – Dream Morning Musume

“Hitotsu” – Nagabuchi Tsuyoshi

“Go my way” – 3daime J Soul Brothers


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