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Hokuto Matsumura and Mio Imada To Star in The Swan and the Bat, A Live-Action Adaptation of Keigo Higashino’s Novel
Hokuto Matsumura of SixTONES and actress Mio Imada have been announced as the leads of The Swan and the Bat, a live-action adaptation of...
Kohei Matsushita Joins Toyotomi Brothers!
Kohei Matsushita has joined the cast of the 2026 NHK Taiga drama Toyotomi Brothers!, making his debut as Matsudaira Motoyasu—later known as Tokugawa Ieyasu....
Film “SUKIYAKI Ue wo Muite Arukou” Starring Okada Junichi Adds Matsuzaka Tori and Nakano Taiga, Sets December 25 Release
The upcoming film SUKIYAKI Ue wo Muite Arukou, starring Okada Junichi, has announced the addition of Matsuzaka Tori and Nakano Taiga to its cast,...
Yamashita Tomohisa Joins NTV Drama “Oretachi no Hakone Ekiden” Starring Oizumi Yo
Yamashita Tomohisa has been confirmed to appear in NTV’s upcoming television drama Oretachi no Hakone Ekiden, which stars Oizumi Yo in the leading role....
Satoh Honami on Playing Nami in “Bakebake”: Finding the Balance of “Annoying but Endearing”
In NHK’s morning drama series “Bakebake,” Satoh Honami portrays Nami, a courtesan at the Tengoku pleasure district. In episode 79, Nami faces a marriage...
Takahashi Issei Stars in “Sunekosuri no Mori,” a Film Inspired by a Yokai Legend from Okayama
The upcoming film “Sunekosuri no Mori” stars Takahashi Issei and is directed by Watanabe Kazutaka. The cast also includes Aoto Nijiko and Kurosaki Kodai....
“Oni no Hanayome” Reveals Theme Song and Trailer Starring Ren Nagase and Ai Yoshikawa
The upcoming film “Oni no Hanayome” has announced its theme song and released a new trailer. The movie stars Ren Nagase of King &...
Shiono Akihisa and Watanabe Keisuke Join Live-Action Film “SAKAMOTO DAYS,” New Details Revealed
The upcoming live-action film SAKAMOTO DAYS has announced the addition of Shiono Akihisa and Watanabe Keisuke to its cast. Both actors will portray members...
“Kokurojo”: Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s First Period Film Explores Mystery And Human Psychology In A Besieged Castle
“Kokurojo,” a historical mystery film written and directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa, is set to be released this year. Marking Kurosawa’s first foray into period...
NOA Lands First Leading Role In Live-Action Drama “Sukui, Sukuware”
Multi-talented artist NOA is set to take on his first leading role in the television drama “Sukui, Sukuware.” The series is a live-action adaptation...
Netflix Series “Jigoku ni Ochiru wa yo” Starring Toda Erika Sets April 19 Premiere And Reveals Trailer And Supporting Cast
Netflix has announced that its upcoming series “Jigoku ni Ochiru wa yo,” starring Toda Erika, will premiere on April 19. Alongside the release date,...
Okada Masaki Stars With Sometani Shota In Crime Thriller Drama “Tagusari Brothers”
The crime thriller drama “Tagusari Brothers,” starring Okada Masaki with Sometani Shota playing a pivotal role, has revealed its central premise. The series follows...
Daigo Nishihata and Riko Fukumoto to Star in Fantasy Film Jikyu 300-en no Shinigami
Daigo Nishihata of Naniwa Danshi and actress Riko Fukumoto have been cast as the leads in the upcoming feature film Jikyu 300-en no Shinigami....
Minami Hamabe and Ren Meguro Grace the Cover of anan Issue 2481 Ahead of New Film
Japanese actress Minami Hamabe and Snow Man member Ren Meguro appear together on the cover of anan magazine issue No. 2481, scheduled for release...
Nakajima Yuto Joins Special Drama “Mori Hanae Butterfly Beyond” Honoring Fashion Icon’s 100th Birthday
Nakajima Yuto has been confirmed to appear in the TV Asahi special drama Mori Hanae Butterfly Beyond, starring Yagi Rikako in the lead role....
Actor Tamaki Hiroshi Wins Bronze at Major European Jujutsu Tournament
Japanese actor Tamaki Hiroshi has achieved a notable result in the world of competitive sports. He placed third and won a bronze medal in...
Horror Film “Chilled” Selected for the Forum Section at the 76th Berlin International Film Festival
The horror film Chilled (English title: AnyMart), starring Sometani Shota, has been officially selected for the Forum section of the 76th Berlin International Film...
Yonekura Ryoko’s “Angel Flight THE MOVIE” Releases Trailer Human-Interest Drama Returns in Feature Film Form
The upcoming film “Angel Flight THE MOVIE,” starring Yonekura Ryoko, has officially unveiled its trailer. The movie serves as a continuation of the 2023...