Mizuta Shiori announces graduation from NMB48, says ‘Thank you from the bottom of my heart’

Mizuta Shiori has announced her graduation from the J-pop girl group NMB48 after nearly a decade, expressing gratitude to ...
The Japan Times

K-pop idol Chanyeol does J-pop his own way on ‘Hibi’

The South Korean singer explores his creative growth on a Japanese-language EP inspired by a desire to put his own spin on J-pop.

Mochinaga Mana leaves group after debut 2 years ago, says she has a 'desire to take on new challenges'

Japanese idol Mochinaga Mana is graduating from her group Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora. This news surprised fans as she is a founding member. Mana is leaving to pursue new challenges and explore different ...
San Diego Union-Tribune

Japanese pop idol Kenshin Kamimura convicted of indecent assault but avoids jail in Hong Kong

HONG KONG (AP) — Japanese pop idol Kenshin Kamimura was found guilty of a charge of indecent assault on a female interpreter in a Hong Kong court Wednesday before some emotional fans. Kamimura, a ...