The Importance of Legal Roles in the Entertainment Industry: Achievements of Lawyer Chuzou Iwata
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The Importance of Legal Roles in the Entertainment Industry: Achievements of Lawyer Chuzou Iwata

Question from a reader:
Can you tell me about lawyer Chuzou Iwata? He seems to be relatively unknown, but it appears he has also been involved in national politics. What are his achievements and characteristics?

Overview of Lawyer Chuzou Iwata

Chuzou Iwata is a lawyer who is relatively unknown in the Japanese legal community but has been involved in national politics. Examining

Exploring the Complex Relationship Between Fans and Talents: Insights and Personal Stories
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Exploring the Complex Relationship Between Fans and Talents: Insights and Personal Stories

Question from a reader:
Do you think fans and talents are similar? I resonate with Nishiwaki-san’s opinion. My sister particularly likes Nakai-kun as her second favorite in SMAP (her number one is Kusanagi-kun), and she keeps saying about the recent incident, “Maybe she liked Nakai-kun more? Nakai-kun wouldn’t be the one to initiate anything,” which is a bit unsettling. I wonder

Understanding the Double Affair: What Nagano Mei and Tanaka Kei's Relationship Really Means
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Understanding the Double Affair: What Nagano Mei and Tanaka Kei’s Relationship Really Means

Question from a reader:
What does the “double affair” between Nagano Mei and Tanaka Kei mean? Mei-chan is unmarried, right? At first, I couldn’t believe it, but gradually it started to make me feel uneasy, and seeing photos of them holding hands makes me feel nauseous. If it’s true, I really think Tanaka Kei is quite disgusting.

What is a double

Understanding Fan Dynamics: The Complex Emotions Behind "I Am a Fan of ○○"
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Understanding Fan Dynamics: The Complex Emotions Behind “I Am a Fan of ○○”

Question from a reader:
Is there a special intention behind someone saying “I am a fan of ○○”? Recently, I saw a comment saying, “I am a fan of ○○, but I have come to dislike Takarazuka because of XX.” It worries me that someone who doesn’t know the connection between ○○ and XX might form a negative opinion about ○○.

Why Is BE:FIRST's Ryoki Underreported in the Media? Exploring Fan Defense and Ethical Considerations
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Why Is BE:FIRST’s Ryoki Underreported in the Media? Exploring Fan Defense and Ethical Considerations

Question from a reader:
About BE:FIRST’s Ryoki, why doesn’t the media report more on him? If he were a talent from the former Johnny’s agency, I believe there would be a bigger uproar. I can’t help but feel that there might be some special consideration at play. Also, it’s honestly painful to see fans excessively defending him, even when there are