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How Bong Joon-Ho Almost Directed a Japanese Movie About Soup (Allegedly)

Would you watch a show that's nothing but a guy eating food? Many in Japan and the world already do - and now, they can see the movie.

Will Hashimoto Kanna’s NHK Asadora Be Series’ Worst-Rated?

Not even Hashimoto Kanna can save NHK's morning drama Omusubi, with many saying its gyaru character rubs them the wrong way.

Is “Oshikatsu” an Addiction? Survey Shows Dark Side of Japan’s Fan Culture

Oshikatsu is a booming business in Japan. But data shows many fans are concerned about the toll supporting their faves takes on their lives.

Why Did SMAP’s Nakai Masahiro Pay a Woman a Massive Settlement?

A member of ultra-famous Japanese boy band SMAP paid a woman an eye-watering settlement. Fans and the media want to know why.

NHK’s Kohaku Switches Hoshino Gen Song Tied to Director Accused of Sexual Assault

NHk and Hoshino Gen have announced the singer will switch the song he planned to sing at Kohaku due to its association with disgraced director Sono Sion.

Thanks, Resellers: Why Evangelion Voice Actress Will End Signings

Famous voice actress Yamaguchi Yuriko (Evangelion's Akagi Ritsuko) lashed out at resellers on social media recently.

Japanese Idol TV Competition Ends With No Results

Fans of idol competition Seven Colors tuned in this week to find out if their oshi made the cut. Here's why everyone ended up disappointed.

Popular Japanese Politician Tamaki Yuichirō Attends Porn Law Symposium

A number of political party representatives - including popular Democratic Party for the People (DPFP) leader Tamaki Yuichirō - attended a symposium this week aimed at changing the so-called "new Adult Video Law."

Japanese Influencer Gets Bigger Breasts, Owes Millions in Damages

Japanese YouTube entertainer Tenchim owes a sizable chunk of change to a bra manufacturer. The online star sold a successful line of bras she said helped encourage breast growth...but forgot to mention an important detail.

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