Who are the female Japanese K-pop idols? Explore the talented stars making waves in K-pop, their journey, and more ...

What really goes on inside Japan’s idol industry? In this episode of Japan Today Spotlight, we explore the strict no-dating and no-sex rules placed on Japan’s J-pop idols — especially young women.

CANNES, France — Exploitative contracts that force young female Japanese pop stars to forego relationships and sex are at the heart of director Koji Fukada's latest film, which has premiered in Cannes ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Maki Itoh, the self-proclaimed "Cutest in the World," has made quite an impact on American audiences ever since she appeared on All Elite ...

Koji Fukada is set to direct “Love on Trial,” a film inspired by real cases in Japan where J-Pop idols have been sued for violating “no relationship” contracts. “Love on Trial” reteams the renowned ...

Read on to hear Becki reveal the dark side of being an idol in Japan A YOUNG woman has revealed how she became a Japanese pop star while dancing in her bedroom as a teen. Becki, once known as Beckii ...

SB19's "Gento" dance craze has reached Japanese groups and idols. A Japanese K-Pop fan posted a Japanese translation of "Gento" on TikTok The Filipino boy group's hit song was released as part of its ...

Soneium, a Layer-2 blockchain platform by Sony Block Solutions Labs, announced a partnership with IRC APP, the official app ...

Update 7 September: This BBC report in March 2023 prompted other victims to publicly report their experiences of abuse by Johnny Kitagawa. It led to demands for an investigation into the agency and ...