World of STARDOM and NJPW Strong Women’s Champion Saya Kamitani has cemented herself in the annals of Japanese wrestling ...

The Air Jordan 11 "Tokyo" drops Spring 2026 as a Japan-exclusive. Here's the release info, design details, and where to buy.

An unusually sentimental Billy Idol, once dubbed Rolling Stone’s “Sneer of the Year” in 1985, reflects on his life in a schmaltzy new ballad, “Dying to Live.” “Once when I was younger/Back when I knew ...

Indian Idol returns with its new season, 'Yaadon Ki Playlist,' featuring Shreya Ghoshal, Vishal Dadlani, and Udit Narayan. Contestants will perform iconic past melodies, blending nostalgia with fresh ...

The Japanese entertainment industry is reeling after the arrest of agency president Hiroshi Torimaru, accused of sexually assaulting an underage idol more than a dozen times. Authorities say the abuse ...

"American Idol" Season 24 is gearing up for its spectacular unveiling. The smash hit singing competition, which pulls millions of viewers every episode, is now in pre-production. That means there's ...

A section displaying goods commonly used for celebrating idols' birthdays is seen during the "Oshikatsu - Merch Collection Expo" at the Tokyo Big Sight convention center in the capital, July 2, 2025. ...

A section displaying goods commonly used for celebrating idols' birthdays is seen during the "Oshikatsu - Merch Collection Expo" at the Tokyo Big Sight convention center in the capital, July 2, 2025. ...

Rising incomes and shifting social behaviors among Japan’s young consumers are fueling a surge in fandom-driven consumption, known as "oshikatsu," which has become a major cultural and economic force.

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