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#TravisJapan reflects on what they've learned from their #AGT and ongoing #HollywoodTJ experiences in an exclusive interview with @billboard!
📰Read it now at the link below ↓
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Shigeaki Kato of #NEWS, following the successful opening of his new stage play "Shuku-Shuku to Unshin."
"I've worked since I was a child, so becoming such a shiftless character felt a little weird. But getting to mess around all day actually seems pretty fun!"
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Masaya Sano of #Aegroup, returning last night from a "release eve" press event of his new movie "Hatachi no Soul!"
"Playing high school students, all the music scenes feel so fresh! It certainly motivates me to maintain the freshness of my own group."
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Daiki Arioka of #HeySayJUMP, holding the official roadshow clear file for his new film "Shin Ultraman!"
"The cast bonded really quickly with everyone being so friendly. One of the other actors even taught me a lot about protein and weight training!"
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Kyohei Takahashi of #NaniwaDanshi made a surprise Valentine's visit to a local girls' school to promote his upcoming starring movie "And Yet, You Are So Sweet!"
"When I came in, the cheers were so loud! I'm still not used to that when not with the other guys."
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Ryuhei Maruyama of #Kanjani∞, all dressed up and ready to take the stage at yesterday's opening of "Hedwig and the Angry Inch!" Despite being more than a little nervous, he was excited to put his own spin on the fabulously tragic character!
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Ryuto Sakuma of #HiHiJets joined the cast for the first-look premiere of his new horror film #Village from director Michihito Fujii!
"I learned so much from my fellow actors on set! They can keep a straight face even after a full day shoot."
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Ryuto Sakuma of #HiHiJets with the poster to his new starring drama "Nagatan to Ao to: Ichika no Ryōrichō!"
"I thought 'oh, that's me!' as soon as I read the original manga. And it really was a natural fit on and off screen with everyone!"
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With their signature blend of band and dance, #7MENSamurai kicked off the 5th and final act of this year's #JOHNNYSExperience showcase! From sultry solos to synchro stylings and hard rock riffs, it was truly a live house like no other!
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As fresh as a gilded rose in their new original stage costumes, #7MENSamurai launched their solo set for the #SummerStationLIVE2022 music festival yesterday with an incredible blend of powerfully emotive dance and rock star instrumentals!
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Who needs a spotlight when you have the dazzling SoCal sunshine? #TravisJapan's June appearance as guests of #rjm2022 is finally available on YouTube!
🐯 Watch Part One Here!
youtu.be/mldCoYX2h3c
🐯 Watch Part Two Here!
youtu.be/aoIljjznUbg
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Junichi Okada holds up the commemorative photobook from his new exhibition "Guys Oretachi." The photography showcase features approximately 300 pictures (out of over 7000 shot!) taken by Okada himself during the final two years of his group #V6.
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Shigeaki Kato of #NEWS poses backstage in costume as the titular Edmond Rostand for the opening of his new starring stage play #Edmond!
"This mustache suits me better than I thought it would, though I'd also like to see what it looks like on Masuda or Koyama!"
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#ABCZ, #7MENSamurai, and Atsuhiro Sato; on stage at the opening of this year's production of #JohnnysLegend!
Three generations of #Johnnys' Artists, together to share once more the story that started it all!
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Reia Nakamura, Taiko Sasaki, & Taiki Konno of #7MENSamurai; opening their new musical "Tegami!"
"This is a heartfelt story about the struggles of a convict's family, in which we play a band called Spacium! We hope you enjoy our parts as much as the main cast!"
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Yuto Nakajima of #HeySayJUMP at an "Opening Eve" celebration for his newest starring film #Manhole!
"The movie was shot mostly in a small, dark set; so it's exciting to finally share it in a big, open theater and soon even overseas!"
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Mizuki Inoue of #HiHiJets, following the press premiere of his film "Otonanajimi," based on the manga by Aya Nakahara!
"I'm really happy for my first starring movie role, and I can't wait to hear what people think about it!"
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It was the kids' turn to shine as the ongoing "LIVE 2021-2022 THE BEGINNING ~NOROSHI~" moved into phase two yesterday, featuring a solo show dedicated to the Kansai #JohnnysJuniors' newest groups, #Boysbe and #AmBitious!
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#20thCentury's Masayuki Sakamoto, getting ready for today's opening of Kellen Blair & Joe Kinosian's off-Broadway musical #MurderforTwo! Sakamoto previously won an Outstanding Performance Award for the role in 2016 at the 24th Yomiuri Theater Grand Prize Ceremony. #JohnnysUpClose
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Ryuto Sakuma of #HiHiJets, excited for the opening of his new thriller movie #Village!
"I think my character is a very pure child. I thought it would be nice if that innocent feeling came out as it was."
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Hidaka Ukisho of #Bishonen, standing in for star Hikaru Iwamoto of #SnowMan at an event for the opening of their new film #MyBoyfriendinOrange!
"Yesterday, (Iwamoto) sent me a nice message full of fire extinguisher emojis. I'm thankful for how supportive he is!"
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Ryusei Onishi of #NaniwaDanshi attending a special first-weekend screening event of his new film "Kono Ko ha Jyaaku!"
"When I first read the script I had no idea how to bring the character to life, but after the trailer came out I was glad I was just myself!"
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#Boysbe and #AmBitious gave an energetic and fun-filled performance for day 1 of their set at the Kansai Johnnys' Jr. #FreshLIVE2022!
"The stage is a place where anything can happen! This time we could only do three shows, but we'll be back for sure!"
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#ShonenNinja stands united on stage in this photo from the opening of their solo show series at the #SummerStationLIVE2022! Aided by the unrivaled enthusiasm of their fans, they gave it their all as dancers, singers, and shining examples of the future of Japan!
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It's showtime! #TravisJapanatYTFF10
💜Watch #YTFF LIVE here!
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