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Namie Amuro to provide theme song for Fuji TV drama “FIRST CLASS 2”

It has been revealed that Namie Amuro has been chosen to provide the theme song for the second season of popular Fuji TV renzoku drama series “FIRST CLASS” starring esteemed actress Erika Sawajiri.

The new song “BRIGHTER DAY” is described to open with an impressive string instrument arrangement and transitions into a vocal performance by Namie on top of a strong beat. The song’s lyrics contain a strong message for loved ones, “Sometimes you’re at a standstill, but let’s follow the path you choose together“.

Check out a preview from a newscast today below.

Tsunku’s cancer is in complete remission

While still pumping out the hits for his Hello! Project groups, producer and Sharam Q vocalist Tsunku has been on a public hiatus since this March for treatment of laryngeal cancer.

On September 25th, Tsunku announced on his personal blog that his cancer treatment was a success and he is in complete remission after six months of chemotherapy and radiation.

Tsunku commented about his motivation for returning back to the music business: “Although treatment was a creative activity-centered job, my brain and body is now energetic as ever. Furthermore, I got certainty from the doctor that if I utilize this experience for the future, I can go back to ‘the one and only job’ I love so much with gratitude.”

Celebrity Impersonator and Makeup Artist Zawachin Takes off her Mask and reveals her Face

Zawachin is a makeup artist that specializes in “monomane meiku” or “impersonation makeup,” which involves using makeup alone to imitate a celebrity’s face. She has done celebrities such as G-Dragon, Sakurai Sho and Yuna from Girl’s Generation.

The half Filipina, half Japanese makeup artist has worn a trademark face mask for all of her impersonations and television appearances. Recently, she has expressed a desire to pursue a career in television, and chose to remove her mask to do embark on this new career path. Unfortunately, netizens didn’t take too kindly to her fully revealed face. The following are pics of the big reveal!

FEMM unveil YouTube version of new PV “Whiplash”

Mannequin duo FEMM consistently show they have more up their sleeves release after release. With genius camera work that messes with your perception and their usual slick, polished dance moves, FEMM’s latest banger “Whiplash” is undoubtedly their biggest production yet.

FEMM conclude their first musical era on a high note, and it definitely describes how some fans felt from their constant video uploads — 14 in just 7 months. All 13 of FEMM’s original tracks will be compiled on their debut album “Femm-Isation” and will be released on iTunes worldwide starting October 1st.

Check out the full YouTube version below.

ET-KING’s TENN found in apparent suicide

In Kokubun City Tenouji-County Osaka Prefecture on the 25^th around 6:25AM, TENN, real name Takahiro Moriwaki (35), from the hip hop group “ET-KING,” was found by his wife, actress Takako Uehara (31), condominium’s parking lot within his vehicle dead after hanging himself. A female relative who was contacted by Uehara called the police. In the home, there was a handwritten suicide note so the Tenouji police are treating it as a suicide.

Latest Trailer For Sega’s Yakuza 0 Released

Sega recently released a 7-minute trailer for the Yakuza 0, showcasing additional elements from the game including the purchasing of real estate, cabaret club and hostess management, and three distinct new fighting styles. The new title is to include a larger variety of other mini-games as well, primarily focusing on accumulated vast amounts of wealth.

Nagoya Omotenashi Busho-tai release short PV for “Furiiki”

Actor group Nagoya Omotenashi Busho-tai has released their new music video for “Furiiki” as the title track for their upcoming album. The song is a Japanese-style dance tune, combining the traditional sound of the shamisen and the four-to-the-floor rhythm pattern. Each member is wearing around 45 pounds of armor each.

Nagoya Omotenashi Bushotai was established to celebrate the the local Nagoya government’s 400-year history back in November 2009.

SAWA surprises with PV for “Kimi to Bartender”

Electro-pop artist SAWA has recently surprised fans with a PV for the song “Kimi to Bartender” (You and the Bartender) off her newest mini-album RingaRinga. The track is produced by Nakatsuka Takeshi, known for his quirky and well-made electronic music. Watch the PV below!