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It’s just been revealed that Korean girl group 2NE1 will release their first Japanese album on March 28th!
According to Oricon, 2NE1’s album will consist of original Japanese songs as well as new versions of “Fire” and “I Don’t Care“. 2NE1 will also release a DVD containing their music videos.
Leader CL revealed, “We are working diligently to create music …
Manga magazine, “Jump Square“, revealed through its March issue that Kato Kazue’s popular manga, “Ao no Exorcist“, would be getting a stage play adaptation!
“Ao no Exorcist” is a fantasy story that revolves around Rin, a young boy who pursues the path of becoming an exorcist after learning that he is the son of Satan. Its anime adaptation aired …
Girl group FLOWER is gearing up to release their second single, “SAKURA Regret“, on February 29th.
Recently, Fuji TV’s weekday morning show “Mezamashi TV” shared the PV preview for the upcoming single. Though it’s short, the PV preview once again showcases the girls’ great dance skills.
Check it out below!
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Actress Yoshino Sayaka (29) has announced that she’s married!
On February 2nd, Yoshino shared the news through her official blog. “I registered my marriage on September 19, 2010, but before I could report it, the Tohoku Earthquake struck.”
She continued, “Both the victims and people throughout Japan had to undergo trials. That summer, I lost my two dogs who were like family …
This week’s major scoop of the infamous weekly pictorial magazine ‘FRIDAY‘ eventually made it into the newspapers again, unlike last week’s controversial story. This week they are claiming that actor Asano Tadanobu (38) and actress Naka Riisa (22) have been spotted dating quite openly in Osaka.
The tabloid backed up their story with pictures of the two embracing each other …
It’s been revealed that electro-rock band POLYSICS will be the opening act for the Foo Fighters concert in Yokohama!
This concert is a part of Foo Fighters’ Japanese tour, which is being held to coincide with the release of their latest album, “Wasting Light“. POLYSICS will take the stage on the first day to enliven the crowd with their energetic performance.
Tickets are …
AKB48’s official rival group Nogizaka46 has revealed that their debut single, “Guru Guru Curtain“, will come with a short movie digest!
“Guru Guru Curtain” will come in 4 different versions: Limited Edition A, Limited Edition B, Limited Edition C, and a Regular Edition. The limited editions will come with a DVD containing music videos, along with short movies featuring each member. …
It’s been revealed that Sanrio’s Hello Kitty will be collaborating with popular anime, “Evangelion“, for a new line of products called “EVANGELION × HELLO KITTY“!
This new collaboration project is to commemorate Evangelion’s upcoming film, “Evangelion Shin Gekijouban: Q“. Hello Kitty will be seen dressed up as ‘Ayanami Rei’ and ‘Soryu Asuka Langley’ from the anime.
Starting in May, ten companies will …
On February 22nd, singer Aimer will be releasing her 3rd single, “Yuki no Furu Machi / Fuyu no Diamond“, which includes a cover of Nakashima Mika’s “ORION“.
Previously, Aimer covered Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face” for her single, “Re:pray / Sabishikute Nerenai Yoru wa“. Both these songs were already featured in the singer’s cover album, “Your Favorite Things“, which was …
On February 1st, guitarist Hotei Tomoyasu celebrated his 50th birthday with a performance at the Saitama Super Arena.
Hotei greeted his mid-century birthday with open arms, as he shouted, “Welcome to the universe’s number one rock and roll show – my birthday party. I am 50 years old!” This stage marked the end of his 30th anniversary year as an artist. …
Hirakawa Tetsuhiro’s popular manga, “Clover“, will soon be released as a drama series through TV Tokyo!
Details for the drama adaptation, such as the cast members and plot, have yet to be revealed. However, TV Tokyo has promised to announce more in the middle of February. At this time, the production is expected to air in April.
“Clover” is a youth story …
AKB48 has finally revealed the cast list for their upcoming anime, “AKB0048“!
After holding a public audition late last year, it was decided that Ishida Haruka, Iwata Karen, Sato Amina, Sato Sumire, Nagaya Sayaka, and Watanabe Mayu from AKB48, Hata Sawako and Yagami Kumi from SKE48, and Mita Mao from NMB48 would provide the voices for the nine …
It’s been announced that Kanjani 8 member, Maruyama Ryuhei, will star in Fuji TV’s special four-night drama called “O-PARTS” (title pending). This will be Maruyama’s first leading role in a drama.
“O-PARTS” is a science fiction story centering around five “ordinary people” who get selected by the government to confront terrorists who come from the year 2141 in order to kill the ancestors …
Actress Sawajiri Erika will be making her debut as a fashion director.
As a collaboration project with her mobile drama, “L et M Watashi ga Anata wo Aisuru Riyuu, Sono Hoka no Monogatari“, Sawajiri will produce outfits for popular brands “Samantha Thavasa” and “Mercury Duo“. These collaboration products are already available for purchase through online shop sites, “Stylife” and “Runway Channel“. …
After announcing their sudden disbandment, Tokyo Jihen has revealed that they will be releasing their first and final official book, “Channel Guide -Tokyo Jihen Official Book-“, on February 29th.
The book will feature long interviews with the members, photos from their nationwide tour, “DOCUMENT:LIVE TOUR 2011 DISCOVERY“, and interviews with the staff titled “Tokyo Jihen no Tsukuri Kata” (How to …
