Masami Nagasawa to lead the cast of stage musical “Cabaret”

Masami Nagasawa has been cast as Sally Bowles in the world-wide famous musical “Cabaret“. The show, directed by Suzuki Matsuo, will start its run from 2nd January 2017. It will be the first time for Nagasawa to challenge herself in stage musical. Check more details and a promotional video after the jump!

Awesome City Club, Fuwafuwa, and More Perform on Premium MelodiX! for August 8

This week’s guests were Fuwafuwa, Awesome City Club, a flood of circle, and wacci.

Fuwafuwa – Koi no Lesson

Awesome City Club – Don’t Think, Feel

a flood of circle – BLUE

wacci – Ayumi

BOYS AND MEN, Iida Riho, and More Are Featured on Sakigake! Music for August 7

This week’s show featured talk segments: Ayanocozey Show x Otani Nobuhiko, Iida Riho, Rekishi x Anthony, and BOYS AND MEN.

Yua Shinkawa stars as an exotic dancer in globe’s “FACES PLACES” drama video

The third installment of globe’s music video “drama series” has been released, this time staring actress Yua Shinkawa. The project began in March 2016 with globe’s hit single “FACE”, the lead role was played by model Elaiza Ikeda. The following installment “DEPARTURES” came out in May featuring Ayaka Miyoshi. The series was created for the on-going celebration of globe’s 20th anniversary.

The concept of “FACES PLACES” has Yua playing an exotic dancer frustrated with the current state of her life. Unsure about her profession choice, and bullied by her fellow co-workers she decides to leave her old life behind. The video was directed by Shogo Yabuuchi, best known by oversea fans for directing the 2005 film “Fantastipo”.

Check out the full video below!

Sanrio to Take You Down Memory Lane this Summer with New Collection

It seems like everyone around the world has caught the nostalgia bug, and Sanrio isn’t immune to it either. The home of Hello Kitty has released a new line of goods featuring some of their characters from the 1970s. Products include: pillows, mugs, pouches and more, with cute retro pop designs. Take a closer look at some of what the collection offers.

Upcoming An-An To Feature Rino Sashihara

Who’s bringing sexy back in the next “An-An,” you ask? It’s Team H’s Rino Sashihara!

Utada Hikaru reveals title, cover and tracklist of her new album, “Fantôme”

One month after finally announcing her eighth album and its release date, Utada Hikaru has revealed the title and the tracklist of her first full album in over eight years. “Fantôme” (meaning “Ghost” in French) will be a Regular Edition-only 11-track CD, meaning that apart from the already known “Hanataba wo Kimi ni”, “Manatsu no Tooriame” and “Sakura Nagashi”, this album will feature a total of 8 new songs. Both promotional images and album cover have been shot by French photographer Julien Mignot. Check the album cover, full tracklist and an additional promotional image just after the jump!

Kaku Kento and Eikura Nana register marriage

Actors Kaku Kento and Eikura Nana have registered their marriage on August 7, 2016. Both of their agencies have confirmed the marriage today, August 8, 2016. The wedding reception hasn’t been decided yet. In addition, it was confirmed that Eikura Nana is not pregnant.