Mar 02 (Kabuki In-Depth) - The upcoming month will see a total of seven major kabuki productions, including classics, interesting revivals and the adaptation of a videogame, and many of the most popular actors, such as Tamasaburō, Danjūrō XIII, Kōshirō, Ainosuke and the Nakamuraya brothers.
The official trailer for Studio Colorido's latest animated film, "Even If I Hate, I Love," has been unveiled, with a worldwide exclusive release on Netflix and a theatrical premiere in Japan scheduled for May 24.
Sakurazaka46 member Fujikoshi Nazuna takes the lead in the upcoming film "Rookie Reporter Toroko: If Not Me, Then Who?" The movie sets its drama within a private high school's newspaper club, where members uncover the dark secrets of their institution.
Netflix's hit sumo drama "Sanctuary – The Sacred Ground" features a standout performance from an actor who initially plays the protagonist's first rival, earning the dislike of viewers with his convincing portrayal. Surprisingly, this actor is also an American football player.
A private organization has revealed that approximately 40% of the national municipalities, totaling 744, could potentially disappear by 2050 due to declining populations.
Youngsters in Japan are enthusiastically embracing the world of cosmetics, with a recent survey reporting some 60% of elementary students own some form of makeup.
Major American IT companies like Microsoft and Oracle have announced substantial investments totalling 4 trillion yen ($26 billion) in data centers in Japan, sparking concerns about digital sovereignty and AI development.
A former host admitted to knowingly receiving approximately 25 million yen that had been deceitfully obtained by convicted scammer "Riri-chan," in a trial held on April 23.
A cherry tree located at one of Kyoto's busiest pedestrian streets, Sanneizaka, a main pathway to Kiyomizu Temple, suddenly fell at 11:45 AM on Tuesday, trapping a school teacher beneath.
