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Jun Shison continues to captivate audiences with each of his works, including the morning drama “Ranman” and the Netflix series “Yu Yu Hakusho.” In his latest film, “52 Hertz no Kujiratachi,” he plays Okada Ango, a man who rescues the protagonist, Mishima Kiko (Sugisaki Hana), who’s isolated in her harsh family life, and helps her find her own way. The two characters call each other “Kinako” and…

Interview by Hiroko Goto Kuroo Tetsuro is the reliable captain of Nekoma High School’s volleyball team. He’s usually carefree, but his passion for the Spring High Tournament is particularly strong. He exudes a calm and collected demeanour, but how does Yuichi Nakamura, who plays him, capture his feelings as a third-year student taking on a fateful match with his teammates, including his…

The legs of the walking mushrooms have a unique, delicious smell. Cut off the tail of the giant scorpion because it can cause diarrhoea (the innards, when pickled and fermented, make a delicious snack). Wash the slime thoroughly in hot water with citrus juice and then dry it for a luxurious dish. The wildly popular manga “Dungeon Meshi”, about a group of adventures who cook and eat the monsters…

Photography by Kazunori Fujimoto Interview by Mayugi Matsumoto Yuichirou Umehara has a unique presence with his captivating low-pitched voice. Next year will be the 10th anniversary of his debut, and he has played many characters with this absolute weapon. We asked Umehara-san about his unwavering feelings over the past 10 years. This is his first solo cover appearance, as he will be starring…

Interview by Ayumi Amano Photos by Yumiko Taruki A man walking along the river wearing a large costume. Even in such an unusual and unapproachable costume. When Koutarou Nishiyama is in his prime, people and animals gather together and the atmosphere becomes naturally peaceful. He has a natural ability to attract people, and now he is putting all his energy into a new endeavour. TAKALAKA is an…

Photography by Koji Sato Interview by Tomoko Ohmagari Mikikuranokai is a leading unit consisting of the ephemeral voice actor Shinichirou Miki-san and stage director Tomoyuki Kuramoto-san. Their eight performance, “My Dear Fleeting Life,” took place last January. This time, Miki-san nominated Takuya Eguchi-san, who also appeared in the first performance (2019) and the special performance…

Photography by Marco Perboni Interview by Satoshi Shinkai Umake, a music unit formed on the web radio show “Yume Raji”, the radio show that Kent Itou and Yoshiki Nakajima will make you fall in love with (Rajitomo), will release their third album next spring. The full details have yet to be revealed, but the lead song “ATOMOSPHERE” is a masterpiece that sings of the duo’s determination to move…

Photography by Seiji Mega Interview by Yumiko Ouchi In demand from all over the entertainment industry, Mamoru Miyano’s busy schedule is accelerating. In addition to being a voice actor, this year he showed his acting prowess in the play “Inoue Kabuki Shinshu Burai-gai” by the theatre company Shinkansen, and he has also appeared in three consecutive dramas. On top of that, from the beginning of…

Photography En Otsuru Interview by Mio Shinozaki Before the talk, Toshiya Miyata, who had arrived first, said with a smile, “I’m really looking forward to meeting Midorikawa-san…” His eyes were drooping more than usual, and he looked really happy. While this was going on, this time’s guest, Hikaru Midorikawa appeared. The long-awaited talk began. T Midorikawa (looking at the past serialization…

Photography by Seiji Ishigaki Interview by Akiko Miyaura In a space filled with happiness, the party has begun again tonight. Ahead of the Christmas season, there is a long-established Spanish restaurant called Exotic. It is different from “Tsukishima Spain Club” where you can enjoy the taste of the exotic. In fact, Tsukishima is known for its gorgeous atmosphere, but Ryouhei Kimura and his…

Photography by Marco Perboni Original text by Momo Hayashi A certain hall in the suburbs. In a gorgeous large hall set, there was Jun Fukuayama dressed in an aristocratic outfit. The music video for “New Drama Paradise” that was being shot that day was a musical, so many theatre troupe members and dancers gathered in the large hall, creating a gorgeous and luxurious world view. Regarding the…

Photography by Daisuke Urata Original text by Megumi Honda The music video shoot started with a dash to the beach under the scorching sun! A certain day in July in Chiba Prefecture. The music video for TRD’s new song “Cozy Crazy Party!” was shot in a studio with a beach right in front of it. This was the second beach location following the music video for their first single “Strangers.” “We…

Photography by Keisuke Original text by Satoshi Shinkai Shunichi Toki’s new song “Glorious World” is a grand rock tune with a light and powerful guitar, a gentle voice and piano tones. The lyrics contain a strong message about the protagonist who’s lost faith in people and is trying to find hope in his disappointment. The music video also follows the worldview of the song, and the atmosphere is…

Photography by Atsushi Ozaki Interview by Ryoko Nakagawa From immovable stones to animals, to humans of all ages and genders, Fushi, played by voice actor Reiji Kawashima in “To Your Eternity,” can freely change his appearance. During filming, Kawashima posed gracefully and showed various expressions against the backdrop of nighttime Tokyo. First of all, please tell us what made you want to…

Photography by Leslie Kee Interview by Mika Abe Nearly two years after Kishow Taniyama and Leslie Kee’s groundbreaking photo session in “TV Guide Voice Stars Dandyism”, the photobook will soon deliver an even greater impact. Even these early photos alone should give you a sense of the impact of this reunited collaboration. With the book’s release just around the corner, the pair, fresh from the…

Photography by ND Chow And the night in Paris continues to deepen at cafes, brasseries, bistros… This is what Takeru Satoh starts talking about when speaking at a table in Paris. At the terrace seating in the courtyard of the Palais Royal, Paris blew me away from the first day. I loved the open feeling of places like the pyramid outside the Louvre. I also saw Monet’s Water Lillies at the Musée…

Photography by Mario Sorrenti c/o Art Partner A new challenge Takeru Satoh is one of Japan’s leading actors. We hear rumours that he had a photo session in Paris with Mario Sorrenti, the big-name photographer who made Kate Moss famous. What is the truth behind this collaboration, which is a big challenge for both of them? What does “true global expansion mean?” The next era that Takeru Satoh…