Miyazaki Aoi rumored to have an affair with V6’s Okada Junichi

We previously reported that the actors Takaoka Sosuke and Miyazaki Aoi were in the process of getting a divorce. Reportedly, Miyazaki was fed up with Takaoka’s supposed infidelity, and his recent Twitter scandal introduced a new tension to their marriage.

Following the outbreak of such news, however, rumors have begun to surface about Miyazaki having an affair.

According to related …


Oricon reveals their ranking of “ideal face chosen by men”

Just a few days ago, Oricon released their 5th “Ideal Face Chosen by Women Ranking“, and now, the 3rd “Ideal Face Chosen by Men Ranking” has been revealed!

Oricon asked 500 men from their teens to their 40’s, “Which male celebrity possesses the ideal face?” As a result, singer/actor Fukuyama Masaharu received the most votes, and ranked first for …


Which actor would you like to receive roses from?

Recently, famous soccer player Miura Kazuyoshi – also affectionately known as “King Kazu” – commented that he’d like to give Nadeshiko Japan roses to congratulate them on their win at the FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Nearly every girl dreams of receiving flowers from a guy they like, so goo asked its users: which actor would you want to give …


Softbank and Ueto Aya lose the “Favorite CM” crown

Earlier today, CMDB announced the results of their recent survey asking 3,000 residents in the Kanto area regarding their most favorite commercial for the first half of 2011.

The results featured somewhat of a surprise as Softbank and their popular ‘White Family‘ commercials, starring Ueto Aya among others along with their commercials featuring SMAP didn’t manage to come out on top …


Japan Box Office Report – July 16th/17th

"Pocket Monsters Best Wishes!" / "Harry Potter" / "Kokuriko-zaka Kara"

"Pocket Monsters Best Wishes!" / "Harry Potter" / "Kokuriko-zaka Kara"

“Harry Potter” and Japan’s latest animated treasures completely replaced the top 3 of the box office chart during a long weekend that was perfect for a family trip to the closest cinema.

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2” already opened on Friday to sync with its worldwide release, …


Which actors & actresses look good in kiss scenes?

The recent movie of Miura Haruma, “Tokyo Koen“, was very well-received by the audience and gained a lot of attention for Miura’s lengthy kiss scene with actress Konishi Manami.

At the stage greeting for the movie, Miura himself revealed that he was perplexed about the length of that scene at first. He commented, “I thought to myself, ‘Is it really okay …


Check out V6’s Okada Junichi’s new CM for KIRIN’s “FIRE NEO”!

V6 member Okada Junichi is starring in the latest commercial for “KIRIN” to promote their new line of drinks, “FIRE NEO“.

The CM started airing on June 28th (JST), and you can check out the CM below!

Also, if you go to the website, you can see the other two CM spots in the lineup.

Don’t forget to check out some …


V6’s Okada Junichi to star in upcoming movie, “Tenchimeisatsu”

V6’s Okada Junichi has been picked up to star in the upcoming movie, “Tenchimeisatsu“. The movie is an adaptation of Ubukata Tou’s best-selling novel, which won the “Bookstore Award” for being the best book, according to consumers.

The movie is set in the early Edo period, where main character ‘Yasui Santetsu’ (Okada) works with a large organization to create a new …


Which actor has reflexes like a ninja?

In light of Mizushima Hiro’s recent “ninja” CM for “Mobage“, goo Ranking asked its users which actor they felt was as quick as a ninja when it came to reflexes.

Surprisingly, Mizushima Hiro didn’t top the list, he actually came in fourth place behind NEWS member Yamashita Tomohisa, Arashi’s Oono Satoshi, and Okada Junichi respectively.

Check out the top ten actors …


Nagasawa Masami and Okada Junichi to star in Studio Ghibli’s “Kokuriko-zaka Kara”

It was revealed on May 12th that actress Nagasawa Masami and V6’s Okada Junichi have been cast in Studio Ghibli’s upcoming feature, “Kokuriko-zaka Kara“.

Set in post-WWII Yokohama, “Kokuriko-zaka Kara” is the story of two high school students who bond over the conflict surrounding an old, historical building. Nagasawa will play the protagonist, 16-year old Matsuzaki Umi, while …


Japan Box Office Report – April 2nd/3rd

“OOO, Den-O, All Riders: Let’s Go Kamen Riders“, the movie that is to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Kamen Rider franchise immediately took over first place with a opening weekend box office revenue of 3.6 million USD.

Therefore Okada Junichi and his “SP” team had to take a step down to second place, but that isn’t too bad. After all, …


V6’s Okada Junichi expresses thoughts about earthquake at “SP Kakumei Hen” stage greeting

Okada Junichi, member of the popular all-male group V6, was at a stage greeting on March 26th for the movie, “SP Kakumei Hen“. The film, which stars Okada himself, is based off an adaptation of a popular Fuji TV drama of the same title.

During the stage greeting at Tokyo’s TOHO Cinemas SCALA-ZA, the focus …


Okada Junichi reveals “Kirin Fire” Commercial

V6 member, Okada Junichi’s new commercial for Japanese beverage company, “Kirin Fire” has begun airing nationwide in Japan.

In the commercial, Okada appears dressed in a fine suit at the office playing a large sugoroku game, which is a Japanese board game similar to backgammon. There is also a special “SP” version titled “SP with FIRE”.

Check …


“SP Kakumei Hen” may be remade into a Hollywood film

On February 24th, V6 member Okada Junichi, actor Tsutsumi Shinichi, and actress Maki Youko attended a private showing of the film “SP Kakumei Hen”, where they shared their thoughts on the upcoming movie and revealed that discussions were in the works for an American version of the film.

“SP” is an adaptation of the popular Fuji TV drama of the same …


“SP” to make a television return prior to the second movie

Fuji TV has announced that the popular “SP” series starring V6 member Okada Junichi will get a new drama special prior to the release of the second movie, “SP: Kakumei Hen” (aka “SP: Revolution” or “SP: The Motion Picture The Final Episode”).

The drama special, called “SP: Kakumei Zenjitsu” (aka “SP: The Day Before The Revolution”), is going to …


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