Boyband Da-iCE‘s new album, “NEXT PHASE”, is coming next month, so promotional videos and additional info is starting to be published! The big deal is the MV reveal of one of the new songs, “TWO AS ONE”, which will also serve as the theme song for the film release of the latest Ultraman series, “Ultraman Orb”. Nonetheless, other information was disclosed, such as jacket arts and tracklists, which will feature their popular cover of Ariana Grande‘s “Into You”. But that’s not the only cover, as they are also covering rock bands Eagles, HY and Aqua Timez and singer Aya Matsuura. Check the MV, tracklists and cover images for the six different editions just after the jump!

One song from 2016 was certified Triple Platinum for selling 750,000 copies: the movie version of RADWIMPS’ “Zen Zen Zense.”

One song from 2016 was certified Double Platinum for selling 500,000 copies: Utada Hikaru’s “Hanataba wo Kimi ni.”

Three songs from 2016 were certified Platinum for selling 250,000 copies: Hoshino Gen’s “Koi” and the movie versions of RADWIMPS’ “Sparkle” and “Nandemonai ya.”

Four songs from 2016 were certified Gold for selling 100,000 copies: Utada Hikaru’s “Michi”, SPYAIR’s “RAGE OF DUST”, and Nishino Kana’s “Kimi ga Suki” and “Dear Bride.”

Two albums from 2016 were certified Gold for selling 100,000 copies: Utada Hikaru’s “Fantôme” and RADWIMPS’ “Kimi no Na wa.”

And since the year is almost over, there is also a list of all the releases from this year that have received digital certifications!

This week’s guests were Fujifabric, sumika, Nakada Yuji, and Nasu Asako.

Fujifabric – SUPER!!

sumika – MAGIC

Nakada Yuji x Nasu Asako – Yozora no Mukou

Last night Shiina Ringo appeared on variety show SMAP x SMAP where she performed her 2015 single “Seishun no Mabataki“. Ringo has been known to have worked with SMAP in the past and has written two songs for them, Karei Naru Gyakushuu and Manatsu no Datsugokusha. This is the first time she has appeared with them on the stage (and no doubt the one and only time given SMAP x SMAP ending on December 26), where they provide backing vocals and dance moves. Watch below~

With Disney’s record-setting “Star Wars” reboot starting with “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” this time last year, a revival of international interest for the series has blossomed. A press conference was held today to announce the upcoming “Star Wars Exhibition Visions: Continuing the Creative Vision Towards the Future” to be held at Nagoya Castle from February to April 2017.

Appearing in a costume inspired by Princess Leia, SKE48 member Matsui Jurina acts as the exhibition’s ambassador. When asked about her costume, Matsui responded, “I’m super pleased [with it]! I want to wear this costume for a SKE48 stage to show it off to all of the fans!“

Additionally, she was joined by fellow group members Furuhata Nao and Suda Akari. Suda Akari noted that wearing her “Star Wars“-inspired costume is very humbling, as her father is a huge fan of “Star Wars” and she saw “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” with him last year.

Check out a press video and pictures below.

For the modern day pop artist, the number of Youtube views a video receives is extremely important. In order to get an amount that matters you have to keep fans coming back and attract new ones as well. Boy group FlowBack has come up with an interesting way to do both with the videos for their new single ‘Heartbreaker‘. In the first video it’s explained that the boys are imprisoned and if you want to see them escape and move ahead in their mission, there needs to be a certain amount of views for each video installment. In all there had to be 1 million views for FlowBack to reach the end of their 4 video journey. Come take a look at the action below.

Fashion is always one step ahead of the seasons that we are in, which makes it easier for us to prepare for the next (if we choose to do so). Fast Retail Co. brand Uniqlo recently held a fashion show in Tokyo for their LifeWear Spring/Summer for 2017. Uniqlo is known for their styles that aren’t just classic, but practical as well. The fashion show features apparel from Denim, Uniqlo Sport, AIRism, LifeWear Wardrobe, Uniqlo U, UT, and Ines De La Fressage for Uniqlo. Enjoy the show!

THE RAMPAGE from EXILE TRIBE is the latest group to debut from the widely growing LDH family. Originally formed in 2014, the group gained a lot of attention by taking part in a ‘Musha Shugyou’ (quest of a warrior) to determine who would be apart of the group. After finally completing their ‘Musha Shugyou’ in August, it was decided shortly after the group would make their official debut in January.

THE RAMPGE’S debut single “Lighting” will include four songs. The title track, “ELEVATION”, “GO ON THE RAMPAGE”, and “Get ready to RAMPAGE”. Check out the high energy video for “Lighting” below!