Is Junretsu at Risk of Missing This Year's Kohaku? Exploring the Factors Behind Their Absence

Is Junretsu at Risk of Missing This Year’s Kohaku? Exploring the Factors Behind Their Absence

Question from a reader:
Is there a possibility that Junretsu might not be selected for this year’s Kohaku? While searching for names in the TV program guide, I noticed that Junretsu’s name has disappeared from the list. It might just be my TV, but I thought popular entertainers would appear during that time, especially since their name has been present for

Hashi Yukio's Stage Performance: Energetic Yet Imperfect Moments That Connect with Fans

Hashi Yukio’s Stage Performance: Energetic Yet Imperfect Moments That Connect with Fans

Question from a Reader:
Today, I saw a stage performance by Hashi Yukio on Miyane-ya. He seemed more energetic than I expected, but there were times when he stumbled over the lyrics. Honestly, I wouldn’t pay to see Hashi Yukio, but what do you all think?

Thoughts on Hashi Yukio’s Stage Performance

The other day, I caught a glimpse of Hashi

Akina Nakamori's Impact at Kohaku Uta Gassen 2023: A 59-Year-Old Icon's Return and Fan Reactions

Akina Nakamori’s Impact at Kohaku Uta Gassen 2023: A 59-Year-Old Icon’s Return and Fan Reactions

Question from a reader:
Is 59-year-old Akina Nakamori the focal point of this year’s Kohaku Uta Gassen? Her return at the outdoor festival has also become a hot topic; how is her appearance being evaluated?

Reflections on Akina Nakamori’s Appearance at Kohaku

Akina Nakamori has been drawing attention at this year’s Kohaku Uta Gassen. Despite being 59 years old, her comeback

Comparing the Comedy Styles of Triple Okamoto and Okamoto Sho Keiko: Which Trio Reigns Supreme?

Comparing the Comedy Styles of Triple Okamoto and Okamoto Sho Keiko: Which Trio Reigns Supreme?

Question from a reader:
Which trio do you prefer, Triple Okamoto or Okamoto Sho Keiko?

The Charm of the Okamoto Trio

Hello! Today, I want to share my thoughts on Triple Okamoto and Okamoto Sho Keiko. As someone who loves comedy, I enjoy both Japanese and American styles of humor. Let me tell you about the appeal of these trios from

Comparing the Charms of Triple Okamoto and Okamoto Shokeiko: Which Trio Captures Your Heart?

Comparing the Charms of Triple Okamoto and Okamoto Shokeiko: Which Trio Captures Your Heart?

Question from Readers:
Which trio do you support, Triple Okamoto or Okamoto Shokeiko?

Charm of the Trios and Memories of Okamoto

Recently, a friend asked me, “Which do you support, Triple Okamoto or Okamoto Shokeiko?” Honestly, both trios are amazing, making it difficult to choose. Especially the members of Triple Okamoto—Keito Okamoto, Kenichi Okamoto, and Hina Okamoto—each have distinct personalities, and

Rank Your Favorite Nogizaka46 6th Generation Pairs: A Guide to Supporting Daishin Hinano, Morihira Rumi, and More

Rank Your Favorite Nogizaka46 6th Generation Pairs: A Guide to Supporting Daishin Hinano, Morihira Rumi, and More

Question from a reader:
Could you tell me the order in which you support the 11 pairs: Daishin Hinano, Morihira Rumi, Kasahata Akina, Ozu Ran, Iida Shingetsu, Takami Akari, Yada Keiko, Atago Kokona, Nagashima Rian, Suzuki Yuna, and Masuda Korin?

The Joy of Supporting Pairs

Recently, I had the chance to discuss the collaboration between “Nogizaka46 – 6th Generation” and “ME:I”

Exploring BOYNEXETDOOR's Popularity in Japan and Worldwide: Member Rankings and Dating Rumors

Exploring BOYNEXETDOOR’s Popularity in Japan and Worldwide: Member Rankings and Dating Rumors

Question from readers:
How popular is BOYNEXETDOOR in Japan, their home country, and worldwide? I’d also like to know about the members’ popularity rankings and any dating rumors.

Insights on BOYNEXETDOOR’s Popularity

Recently, I was chatting with a friend about BOYNEXETDOOR, and we got really excited discussing their popularity. Especially in South Korea, their song “Today Only I Love You” hitting