Sawajiri Erika & Sawajiri Erika attend press conference for ‘L et M’

Mobile broadcast service BeeTV has released a unique commercial for their upcoming drama, ‘L et M: Watashi ga Anata wo Aisuru Riyuu, Sono Hoka no Monogatari‘, starring Sawajiri Erika in a double role.

‘L et M’ is a love story directed by Kanchiku Yuri (‘Tenshi no Koi’, ‘DOCUMENTARY of AKB48′). Its plot revolves around two women named ‘L’ and …


Performances from the 53rd Japan Record Awards

On December 30th, TBS held its 53rd Japan Record Awards to honor those who were outstanding in the music industry for the year of 2011.

As reported earlier, AKB48 took home the prestigious Japan Record Award with their single “Flying Get“, but there were may other memorable moments that night.

Check out some of the performances below!

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Hoshino Aki finally holds her wedding ceremony + reception

After officially registering her marriage with husband Miura Kosei back in September, popular gravure model and actress Hoshino Aki finally held her official wedding reception at Tokyo’s Kioichou Hotel New Otani on December 19th.

Once the ceremony was over, Hoshino allowed herself to be interviewed by the audience while in her stunning wedding dress. “I really feel as if …


Performances from ‘HEY! HEY! HEY! X-mas Special’

On December 19th, Fuji TV’s ‘Hey Hey Hey Music Champ‘ held a Christmas special with many top stars. Comedian duo Downtown (comprised of Matsumoto Hitoshi and Masatoshi Hameda) were joined by child star Miguel in their hosting duties, and viewers were charmed by Miguel’s shy smile.

This year, the music program invited No Sleeves, SKE48, AKB48, NMB48, BoA, Tohoshinki, …


HEY! HEY! HEY! to broadcast a live Christmas special with a line-up of great artists

Fuji TV’s popular music program “HEY! HEY! HEY! Music Champ” has announced that they will hold a live broadcast of their special Christmas episode titled ‘HEY! HEY! HEY! Live Minna Genki ni Naru Xmas Special’ on December 19th starting at 7 PM (JST).

This episode will be filmed at Fuji TV’s headquarters in Odaiba, Tokyo and will feature 15 …


Who do fans want to win the 53rd Japan Record Awards?

Last month the nominations were revealed for the 53rd Japan Record Awards. Goo has polled its readers to find out which song they believe deserves the ‘Best Song’ award.

Check out the results below and find out where you stand and then let us know how you would vote.

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[Favorite Song From The Japan Record Awards Nominees]

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Ishihara Satomi to star in her first mobile drama, “Kare wa, Imouto no Koibito”

Today it was announced that actress Ishihara Satomi is going to star in her first mobile drama on BeeTV with the title, “Kare wa, Imouto no Koibito“.

“Kare wa, Imouto no Koibito” will be a full-fledged love story, with Ishihara playing the role of Miyuki, a clumsy young woman who is extremely timid when it comes to things like love. The …


Tohoshinki’s full PV for ‘Winter Rose’ released

On November 30th, Tohoshinki released their latest single ‘Winter Rose’.

On the first day of release, the single placed second on the vaunted Oricon Daily Chart by selling 76,615 copies. It took a few days but now the full PV has been released! After the release of the music video for “Duet”, fans have been eagerly anticipating the music video …


NHK announces musical line-up for ‘62nd Kohaku Uta Gassen’

Fans have been waiting a long time to hear which artists will appear on NHK’s 62nd ‘Kohaku Uta Gassen’, and the list has finally been revealed!

Just a few minutes ago, the names were announced through a live stream on Kohaku’s official website. Check out the list after the jump to see if your favorite artists will be at the most highly-anticipated event of the year!


AKB48 and SPEED to collaborate for ‘FNS Music Festival’

It’s been announced that idol groups AKB48 and SPEED will collaborate for this year’s ‘FNS Music Festival’. Both groups will come together for  SPEED’s debut song “Body & Soul“, which was made popular in 1996.

Chief producer Kikuchi Shin commented that he wanted to go back in time and have popular songs from the past done in teams, and hopes that …


Tohoshinki releases PV preview for “Winter Rose”

Earlier this month, the boys of Tohoshinki revealed two songs, “Winter Rose” and “Duet“, off their upcoming single, ‘Winter’.

After the release of the music video for “Duet”, fans have been eagerly anticipating the music video for the other track, “Winter Rose”.

Today, Mezamashi TV aired a preview for “Winter Rose”, giving …


Tohoshinki releases PV for “DUET”

Tohoshinki has released the highly anticipated PV for their new track, “DUET“!

With a dark palette of colors, dimly lit settings and, of course, a love story (sealed with a dramatic kiss!), the PV perfectly complements the laidback tones of this track.

Check out the music video below!

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Oricon reveals the monthly chart for October

Oricon has just revealed their monthly chart for October.  Check it out below!

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1. “Kaze wa Fuiteiru” – AKB48 : 10/26 (1,300,482)

2. “Oh My God!” – NMB48 : 10/26 (282,074)

3. “Zero” – BUMP OF CHICKEN : 10/19 (198,400)

4. “X X X” – L’Arc~en~Ciel : 10/12 (105,019)

5. “Winter Magic” – KARA : 10/19 (93,563)

6. “In My Head” – CNBLUE : 10/19 (76,362)

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Tohoshinki releases full audio for “Winter Rose”

The full audio for Tohoshinki’s new song, “Winter Rose“, has finally arrived.

The boys delivered a beautiful Christmas ballad that makes you draw up images of softly falling snow. It’s a perfect match for the winter season, and is sure to be a popular hit.

Tohoshinki’s new single “Winter” will be released on November 30th, but until then, check out “Winter Rose” …


Preview for Tohoshinki’s single “Winter Rose” revealed

Last month, we reported that Tohoshinki would be releasing their new single, “Winter” on November 30th. The single features Tohoshinki’s very first Christmas song, “Winter Rose“, and a winter version of their song, “Duet“.

Earlier today, a 43 second preview for “Winter Rose” was revealed on Tohoshinki’s official website and from the preview you can tell that it’s a beautiful track, …


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