Nagase Tomoyo from the Japan group TOKIO act in drama series Nakuna, Hara-cha

TOKIO's Nagase Tomoya (34) will star in a new drama series next year, his first lead role since “Unubore Deka” in 2010. The show, titled “Naku na, Hara-chan” (“Don’t Cry, Hara-chan”), will have Nagase playing a manga character who comes to life.

The screenplay is an original written by Okada Yoshikazu, whose previous credits include the 2001 NHK Asadora “Churasan” and the 2011 Asadora “Ohisama.” The main production staff will be the same as last year’s “Yokai Ningen Bem” drama series.

The female lead is an ordinary kamaboko factory worker named Echizen. Instead of writing a diary, she draws a manga in her notebook titled “Naku na, Hara-chan,” which revolves around a man named Hara-chan who is always blathering about his problems over drinks. One day, Hara-chan springs out of the 2-D world into the real, 3-D world, and he falls in love with Echizen.

Nagase will play Hara-chan, but the actress playing Echizen has not yet been revealed.

NTV will air “Naku na, Hara-chan” on Saturdays at 9:00pm, beginning in January 2013.

Sources: Mantan Web

TOKIO first single released in February is the theme song for "Nakuna, Hara-cha"

It has been announced that TOKIO will release their first single for 2013 (currently untitled) on February 20th.

The title track will be used as the theme song for upcoming drama “Nakuna, Hara-chan” which stars Nagase Tomoya.

The single will have both limited edition that will include a DVD and regular edition.

EBICHU LAND! ~ Shiritsu ebitsu Chuugaku Show ~

Starting on January 14th, Shiritsu Ebisu Chuugaku’s regular show on TBS, “Ebichu Land!“, will begin airing.

It’s a 2-minute variety show that airs every Monday ~ Wednesday within a late-night program “Kaimono Labo” time slot, and it will take place in a fantasy land called “EBICHU LAND” that overflows with dreams and magic. It’s said to be an “amusement-style variety” show that the members will showcase their charms through.

Back in 2012, their senior from the same agency Momoiro Clover Z’s regular show “Momoclo Dan” aired during this time slot, but this year, Ebichu is receiving the baton. There have been many popular programs born in this 2-minute time slot, so fans are anticipating to see how Ebichu will do.

“Ebichu Land!” will air sometime between 3:00 ~ 5:00 am during “Kaimono Labo” time slot (every Mon ~ Wed).

PASSPO☆ reveals jacket covers & short PV for “Sakura Komachi”

PASSPO☆ have revealed the jacket covers and short PV for their new single, “Sakura Komachi“!

“Sakura Komachi” is the group’s first single of 2013, and it will be released on February 13th. The single will be available for purchase in 3 different types: First Class, Business Class, and Economy Class.

Check out the jacket covers and short PV below!

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<First Class>

<Business Class>

<Economy Class>

Source : Tokyohive

no3b Sub unit AKB48 Reveal PV" I-njyane"

AKB48’s sub-unit No Sleeves‘(n03b) new single “Kirigirisujin” will be released on January 16th.

The PV for the title track was already released a few weeks ago, and now the full PV for “I-jyane?” has also been revealed!

“I-njyane?” is the common coupling track included in all editions.

Check out the PV for “I-njyane

MUSIC STATION ARTIST LINEUP

TV Asahi’s popular music program, ‘MUSIC STATION‘, has revealed the artist lineup for its January 18th broadcast.

Next week’s episode will feature a special medley from Sexy Zone, and miwa will take the stage with her upcoming single, “Whistle ~Kimi to Sugoshita Hibi~“. There will also be performances by GLAY, Yuzu, and One Direction.

Check out the full set list below!

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“JUSTICE [from] GUILTY” – GLAY
Special Medley – Sexy Zone
“Whistle ~Kimi to Sugoshita Hibi~” – miwa
“REASON” – Yuzu
“Live While We’re Young” – ONE DIRECTION

Source: MUSIC STATION

TOKYO GIRL'S STYLE released 3rd album "Yakusoku"

TOKYO GIRLS’ STYLE will release their 3rd album titled “Yakusoku” on January 30th.

The album will be released with three different versions; Type-A (CD+Blu-ray), Type-B (CD+DVD), and Type-C (CD only).

Recently, the PV for the title track “Yakusoku” has been released.

Source : Tokyohive

Sato Masaki diagnosed with cervical adenitis after High fever

Morning Musume’s Sato Masaki, who has been resting since December 31st due to a high fever, has been diagnosed with left cervical adenitis after a detailed examination.

Cervical adenitis is when there’s an infection of a lymph node in the neck. After her diagnosis, Sato was told by doctors that it is necessary to continue receiving medical treatment. As such, she will be absent from ‘Hello! Project Tanjou 15 Shunen Kinen Live 2013 Fuyu‘ on January 12th and 13th at Nakano Sun Plaza Hall.

Source: Oricon

Female J-Artists Diagnosed with FLU!

Morning Musume’s Sato Masaki, who has been resting since December 31st due to a high fever, has been diagnosed with left cervical adenitis after a detailed examination. Cervical adenitis is when there’s an infection of a lymph node in the neck. After her diagnosis, Sato was told by doctors that it is necessary to continue receiving medical treatment. As such, she will be absent from ‘Hello! Project Tanjou 15 Shunen Kinen Live 2013 Fuyu‘ on January 12th and 13th at Nakano Sun Plaza Hall.

Sato’s future activities will be decided upon the progress of her condition. She is Morning Musume’s 10th generation member along with Iikubo Haruna, Ishida Ayumi, and Kudo Haruka.


On January 11th, it was announced that S/mileage members Wada Ayaka and Katsuta Rina have been diagnosed with the flu.According to the announcement, the girls were examined at the hospital after experiencing a high fever on the 10th. They will be absent from ‘Hello! Project Tanjou 15 Shunen Kinen Live 2013 Fuyu‘ on January 12th and 13th at Nakano Sun Plaza Hall.

Additionally, S/mileage will be postponing their release event for “Samui ne.“, which was scheduled to be held on the 14th at Hitotsubashi Hall in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo. It hasn’t been revealed at this time when the   event will be postponed until.

Furthermore, Katsuta will also be absent from the handshake event for ‘Hello! Channel vol.11‘ on the 16th.











More bad news On January 12th, it was announced on Hello! Project’s official site that Berryz Koubou member Tsugunaga Momoko’s appearances at the live concert and the new single release event, have been cancelled due to the flu.

According to the announcement, Tsugunaga started having a high fever yesterday, and after the examination she was diagnosed with the flu. Because of this, she will be absent from “Hello! Project Tanjou 15-Shuunen Kinen Live 2013 Fuyu” live concerts on the 12th and the 13th that will be held at Nakano Sun Plaza, as well as the release event for Berryz Koubou’s new single “WANT!” that will be held at CLUB CITTA’ Kawasaki on the 14th.


May they be in a pink health!(-_-)

Most requested song is Acid Black Cherry

Arashi new double A- side single well be released on March 16th

It was announced that Arashi’s new double A-side single “Calling/Breathless” is set for release on March 6th.

One of the title tracks “Calling” has been chosen as the theme song for member Aiba Masaki’s starring drama “Last Hope” which will start airing on January 15th through Fuji TV. The song is themed with the equality in life and hope, and has an impressive band sound with somewhat nostalgic guitar phrase.

The other title track “Breathless” is said to be an aggressive dance number.

There will be 2 limited editions and a regular edition.

SDN48 Ohori Megumi announced marriage!

On January 11th, the agency of former AKB48/SDN48 member, Ohori Megumi announced that she officially married scenario writer, Kanazawa Tatsuya.

According to the announcement, the couple registered their marriage at a ward office in Tokyo on the new year’s day, and at this moment, they haven’t decided anything about a wedding ceremony and reception party.

Vocalist K from Pay Money To My Pain has passed away

Vocalist Pay Money To My Pain,Kei Goto( know as K). Just passed away on 30th Decemver 2012...
due to acute heart failure in his home in Yokohama.


He was 31 years old.
The funeral service will only include close relatives and friends.

K suffered from a poor physical condition and a mental disease and in June, he was hospitalized. After a long fight, he recovered and in summer of 2012, PTP performed their Live show HOUSE OF CHAOS. Unfortunately, in October, K was hospitalized again and the band was forced to pause activities. Later, he passed away.

Pay Money To My Pain are planning to release a brand new album with some songs that K recorded before his death.
Pay Money To My Pain apologizes for not informing fans sooner. An autopsy had to be done before his death was officially announced.

♦R.I.P, K♦

I can't believe this happen it so sad (:() ) <

KPP WORLD TOUR 2013 Kyary Pamyu Pamyu

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu 100% KPP WORLD TOUR 2013 is coming soon

On Tuesday, model and singer Kyary Pamyu Pamyu announced during her concert at Nippon Budokan that she will be embarking on a world tour in 2013. The tour will take her to 11 shows in 9 countries in Europe, North America, and Asia, plus 9 shows in 5 cities in Japan.


She may have performed in the United States, China, and France, but this will be her first time doing a solo world tour.

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s “World Live Tour 2013″ will begin on February 8 in Belgium, followed by a show on February 10 in France. The rest of her overseas concerts have not yet been announced, but the Japanese leg of the tour has already been scheduled:

Zepp Fukuoka (March 2 & 3)
Zepp Tokyo (March 25 & 26)
Zepp Namba (March 28 & 29)
Zepp Sapporo (March 31)
Zepp Nagoya (April 4 & 5)

NHK announced Artist lineup for the 63rd "Kouhaku Uta Gassen"

NHK has announced the artist lineup for the 63rd Kouhaku Uta Gassen. This year will have a total of 50 artists performing, 25 for each of the Red and White Teams. 12 artists are making their first appearances – 6 from the Red Team and 6 from the White Team.

The artists, in Japanese alphabetical order, are listed below along with their total number of Kouhaku Uta Gassen appearances (including this year).

Red Team

• aiko (11)
• ayaka (6)
• Ikimonogakari (5)
• Ishikawa Sayuri (35)
• AKB48 (5)
• SKE48 (1)
• Kyary Pamyu Pamyu (1)
• Kousai Kaori (16)
• Koda Kumi (8)
• Godai Natsuko (19)
• Sakamoto Fuyumi (24)
• Tendo Yoshimi (17)
• Nakashima Mika (9)
• Nishino Kana (3)
• Perfume (5)
• Hamasaki Ayumi (14)
• Fuji Ayako (18)
• Princess Princess (1)
• Mizuki Nana (4)
• Mizumori Kaori (10)
• Momoiro Clover Z (1)
• YUI (1)
• YUKI (1)
• Yuki Saori (13)
• Wada Akiko (36)

White Team

• Arashi (4)
• Itsuki Hiroshi (42)
• HY (2)
• EXILE (8)
• NYC (4)
• Kanjani8 (1)
• Kitajima Saburo (49)
• Go Hiromi (25)
• Golden Bomber (1)
• Kobukuro (7)
• Saito Kazuyoshi (1)
• Sandaime J Soul Brothers (1)
• SMAP (20)
• Tachi Hiroshi (2)
• TOKIO (19)
• Tokunaga Hideaki (7)
• AAA (3)
• Naoto Inti Raymi (1)
• Hikawa Kiyoshi (13)
• FUNKY MONKEY BABYS (4)
• Fukuyama Masaharu (5)
• Hosokawa Takashi (36)
• Porno Graffitti (11)
• Miwa Akihiro (1)
• Mori Shinichi (45)

The performance order will be announced at a later date.

This year’s Kouhaku Uta Gassen is being held on December 31st from 7:15pm to 11:45pm, and will be broadcast live on NHK as usual. As previously announced, this year’s Red and White Team hosts will be Horikita Maki and Arashi.

Goriki Ayame to star in Bibilia Koshodou no Jiken Tenchou

ALTIMAA MAGAZINE

Goriki Ayame (20) will star in Fuji TV’s Monday night drama series this winter, titled “Biblia Koshodou no Jiken Techou.” This will be her first lead role during golden time, not to mention a “Getsu 9” series, though it will also mark her 7th consecutive season appearing in a drama series on a commercial network.

“Biblia Koshodou no Jiken Techou” is based on the mystery novel series of the same name by writer Mikami En. Three volumes have been released since last year, and a fourth is scheduled for release next February. More than 3.1 million copies of the first three volumes have been printed so far.

The story takes place in Kamakura, in a fictional bookstore called Biblia Koshodou that deals with old and rare books. Goriki plays the part of Shinokawa Shioriko, who runs the shop. Although she is very shy around strangers, she possesses an extraordinary knowledge of old books that she uses to solve the mysteries behind the books that customers bring into the shop.

Filming is scheduled to start in December. The show will air on Monday nights at 9:00pm starting in January.

Tanaka Reina leave Morning Musume and form a new band with her as the lead vocalist

On Sunday, it was announced that Morning Musume member Tanaka Reina (23) will graduate from the group and from Hello! Project at the end of the group’s 2013 spring concert tour. At the same time, she will also be launching a new band as a lead vocalist.

The news was announced during Morning Musume’s concert at Nakano Sun Plaza on November 18. Tanaka, who joined the group in 2003 as part of its 6th generation, declared that she will be “taking a journey to a new stage” and taking on the challenge of a true music career.

The band, Hihg King, is planning to begin performances and other activities around February 2013.

Band Member     

VOCALIST

Name: Tanaka Reina (23)

Birthday: November 11, 1989

Blood type: O

VOCALIST

Name: Okada Marina (19)

Birthday: July 24, 1993

Blood type: AB

GUITARIST

Name: Miyazawa Marin (19)

Birthday: April 10, 1993

Blood type: A

GUITARIST

Name: Uozumi Yuki (21)

Birthday: July 14 , 1991

Blood type: A