Early look at the 35th issue of Kodansha‘s Weekly Shonen Magazine has revealed plans for a TV animation adaptation of Fuuka, by author Kouji Seo. Not much details are divulged in the issue save the first character visual for the titular character, Akitsuki Fuuka that you can see after the jump, and a slightly NSFW announcement color spread that you can see here. Other than that, it is also reported that the official website (currently still an empty page) will stream the first PV on Wednesday.

SEKAI NO OWARI has arguably become Japan’s hottest musical export. Since their major label debut in 2011 the band has conquered the Japanese music scene, now setting their sight on the world hoping to bring their “TOKYO FANTASY” to music fans all over the globe. SEKAI NO OWARI collaborated with Adam Young (Owl City) for their latest offering Mr. Heartache.

As previously mentioned we were given the opportunity to have a Q&A with the band and asked our lovley readers to send questions in. 15 were selected by the band, check out the full Q&A after the jump!

This week’s show featured talk segments: Naoto Inti Raymi, Rekishi x Anthony, and GLIM SPANKY.

We’re back with this week’s edition of Oricon Flashback. This is where we look back on what topped Oricon this week 5, 10, 15, and 20 years ago. Think of it as a way to reminisce and learn about the past of Japanese music.

After sending out some cryptic messages to her fanclub, it has been announced this morning that Shiina Ringo will be lending a track to an upcoming Various Artists compilation featuring a new track.

The compilation “50 Years of SARAVAH” celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Pierre Barhou’s record label. Japanese and French artists are covering different artists from the label, amongst the likes of Brigitte Fontaine and Pierre Barouh himself.

See the cover below

After months of extensive international touring, that group we all know for one reason- that hairy Aussie known as Ladybeard– has dropped their signature gimmick, and formed a new variation of the group- “The Idol Formerly Known as Ladybaby“.

After going on a short hiatus after their one-man live at Shinjuku BLAZE on April 15, 2016, the idol group have come back with their shocking announcement that yes, that beautiful, cuddly teddy bear Ladybeard will no longer be part of the group and they will be continuing as a 2 piece unit.

Read more after the gap!

a-Nation‘s Girls Summer Festival, hosted by GirlsAward, took place July 29. Tokyo’s Yoyogi National Stadium was filled with fans looking to spy their favorite models and artists in new fashions for the summer in this runway-concert show. Fashion brands WEGO, SPINNS, Honey Cinnamon and more took part in this exciting event. Check out some of the scenes from the catwalk.

As reported, Kou Shibasaki has landed the leading role in the 2017 NHK Taiga drama “Onna Joshu Naotora“. For any actor having the lead role in NHK’s production in their resume is a feat to be proud of – in Shibasaki‘s case it’s also important to mention that it’s still rare that women are made front figures in Taigas. However recently mass media in Japan started gossiping that perhaps the role of Ii Naotora was written for a different actress – Anne.