Japanese idols, whether male or female ... It is difficult to imagine that behind this facade hides a life of sacrifice, pressure and sometimes even psychological abuse. Idol culture sometimes ...

The niche they carved out in the Japanese entertainment industry is now filled by popular idol groups like AKB48, Nogizaka46, and Momoiro Clover Z. But the idol industry has a dark side.

In an era where fandom often feels ephemeral, the story of Kazuo Sobajima, a 72-year-old Japanese football fan, reinvigorates our appreciation for loyalty and passion in sports. Traveling all the way ...

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When Akihiko Kondo returns from his job as a school administrator in a Tokyo suburb, he is greeted by the love of his life, who lights ... is not uncommon in Japan, but Kondo’s wedding did ...

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