Amazon and Toei have launched a joint project to adapt "Oshi no Ko" into a live-action drama series and film. The drama series will be exclusively streamed worldwide on Amazon's Prime Video in the winter of 2024, while the film will be released in theaters distributed by Toei. Along with this announcement, six cast members have been revealed, including Kai Sakurai as Aqua and Asuka Saito as Ai.

"Crayon Shin-chan: The Movie" is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year since its premiere in 1993.

A former host has been arrested for compelling a female client to engage in prostitution at Okubo Park as a means to recover outstanding debts.

In a remarkable achievement for Japanese cinema, three films from Japan have been announced as final nominees at the prestigious Academy Awards.

SKRYU's new EP titled, "Emergence," signifies transformation and molting, indicating a new phase in the artist's career.

The first volume of "An OL at Her Limit and a College Girl [限界OLと女子大生が〇〇する話]" by Rui Obata was released on January 23rd. This yuri romantic comedy features one of the protagonists, Segawa, a capable office lady who is relied upon by everyone at work. However, at home, her room is a mess, and she lives on convenience store meals every day.

Apple's Japanese subsidiary has announced the launch of a service dedicated to classical music, starting from January 24.

Matsumoto Hitoshi, of the comedy duo 'Downtown', has filed a lawsuit against the publisher Bungeishunju, seeking 550 million yen in damages over an article.

New footage from Tsuyoshi Muro's upcoming movie "Migawari Chuushingura" has been released to celebrate the actor's 48th birthday on January 23.

Professional mixed martial artist Mikuru Asakura updated his YouTube channel on the 21st, addressing the criticism aimed at his protege Mizuki.

Sony Group announced on Monday that it has terminated merger negotiations with Zee Entertainment Enterprises, a major player in Indian broadcasting. In 2021, Sony had unveiled plans to merge its subsidiary with Zee Entertainment in a deal valued at approximately $1.27 billion, aimed at bolstering its broadcasting business in India.

The top 10 bestselling and most pre-ordered recommended Manga from Rakuten books from January 8-14.

"Dengeki Online Channel" presents "Dengeki Indie," a live broadcast program where the editorial staff and Dengeki writers play indie games! The Dengeki Indie team will introduce a series of recommended indie games. The 303rd episode features gameplay of "SUSHI Shot"!

In this video, we focus on Ichikawa Danjūrō XIII and his two children, the dancer Ichikawa Botan IV and the actor Ichikawa Shinnosuke VIII, throughout their performances in Kyoto, Tokyo and Nagoya. (Kabuki In-Depth)

"Wildmender" is a landscaping survival game set in a world that has succumbed to desertification, where players strive to restore and rejuvenate the greenery. It supports multiplayer gameplay, allowing up to four players to cooperate. Players start with a small oasis and gradually expand their greenery, eventually crafting their own beautiful garden.

"In the year of Tensho 15 (1587), the fifth-generation Fuma Kotaro lived in a war-torn world swirling with malevolent spirits. 'To survive is to keep killing'... With only this thought, he overcame thousands of brushes with death, but was finally captured and lost his life. In the brief moment he thought everything was over, 'The One Who Watches Over the World' reached out to Kotaro. That instant... reincarnation occurred, and Fuma Kotaro was revived in another world...!!"

The cast stage greeting for the blockbuster movie "SPYxFAMILY CODE: White" took place on Saturday, at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya in Tokyo, with voice actors Takuya Eguchi, Atsumi Tanezaki, Saori Hayami, Kenichiro Matsuda, Tomoya Nakamura, and Kenjirou Tsuda in attendance.

"AnimeJapan 2024" will take place on March 23 and 24 at Tokyo Big Sight in Tokyo, with this year's Public Day featuring a total of 44 stage programs across the RED STAGE, GREEN STAGE, and BLUE STAGE, showcasing talks and performances by anime artists.

Rapper and singer-songwriter Novel Core held a magnificent solo concert Wednesday night at the prestigious Nippon Budokan, giving an emotional performance that brought everyone to tears, including himself.

A three-night consecutive tribute program for Sakata Toshio, who passed away last December. The program will be broadcast on BS Yoshimoto from January 19 (Friday) to January 21 (Sunday).

Rin Okabe, a popular member of AKB48 who has been selected for the group's singles 12 times, has announced the release of her first photobook on March 27th to commemorate her graduation from the group.

Singer-songwriter Kayoko Yoshizawa is gearing up for a nationwide tour in Japan this April to celebrate the release of her upcoming EP, 'Rikka'. Known for her unique blend of melodies and lyrical storytelling, Yoshizawa's tour promises to be an enchanting experience for her fans.

The arrest of two managers of a men's underground idol agency brings to light the issue of "Oshikatsu" -- fans becoming devoted to their favorite idols.

In a case where executives of Japan's largest scout group, centered in Shinjuku's Kabukicho district, were arrested and indicted for seriously injuring a male member, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police have arrested five additional members on suspicion of confinement and indecent assault resulting in injury.

Morning Musume.'24's nationwide tour "Morning Musume.'24 Concert Tour Spring MOTTO MORNING MUSUME." is set to be held from March to May.