The Unending Retirement Saga of Hayao Miyazaki: Why He Can't Stay Away from Animation

The Unending Retirement Saga of Hayao Miyazaki: Why He Can’t Stay Away from Animation

Reader’s Question:
Have you ever wondered how many times Hayao Miyazaki has announced his retirement? It turns out he has declared his retirement five times, only to retract it each time. Let me summarize his history with retirement announcements. His first retirement declaration came after the release of “Princess Mononoke” in

Is Kogyaru Still Relevant? Exploring the Evolution of Japanese Youth Culture

Is Kogyaru Still Relevant? Exploring the Evolution of Japanese Youth Culture

Question from readers:
Is the term “kogyaru” still used today, or has it become an outdated expression?

What’s Happening with Kogyaru Now?

Recently, while chatting with friends at a café, the word “kogyaru” came up, and it brought back a flood of memories. Back in our student days, “kogyaru” was all the rage, right? I wondered if people still use the

Understanding Society's Obsession with Celebrity Scandals: A Deep Dive into Public Outrage and Justice Addiction

Understanding Society’s Obsession with Celebrity Scandals: A Deep Dive into Public Outrage and Justice Addiction

Reader’s Question:
I’m having trouble understanding the people who get so worked up over the scandals of celebrities, especially regarding infidelity and allegations of coercion in sexual acts. While I can see the concern when it comes to criminal behavior, I find it shocking to see posts on social media saying things like “Don’t forgive ~” or “Don’t allow ~ to

Oomori Motoki-kun's Admiration for Johnny's Entertainment: The Untold Story Behind His Dream

Oomori Motoki-kun’s Admiration for Johnny’s Entertainment: The Untold Story Behind His Dream

Question from a reader:
Is it true that Oomori Motoki-kun admired Johnny’s Entertainment? I saw an article saying he sent a resume to Johnny’s, but there isn’t much detailed information, and I’m curious. If anyone knows, please let me know!

Oomori Motoki-kun and His Dream of Johnny’s

Hello! Recently, I was surprised to hear that Oomori Motoki-kun admired Johnny’s Entertainment. As