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The classic Japanese comedy manga 'Obocchama-kun' is returning to television with a completely new anime series on TV Asahi in 2027, marking its first full revival in 35 years. Sankei Sports reports the 'comeback' brings the rich boy character into the Reiwa era, and fans are reacting to the unexpected revival of the long-dormant franchise.
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Japanese actor Hiroki Yamamoto, 38, has announced his marriage to a non-celebrity woman, revealing the news on an ABEMA programme and sharing photos of the couple holding their marriage registration. Major Japanese outlets including Asahi Shimbun and Sankei reported the surprise announcement, with studio guests reacting with shock to the news involving one of the entertainment industry's best-known heartthrobs.
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The Japanese reality dating show 'Love Johto' is in the news as producers discuss the reasons for casting second-season members Kamaken and Rinrin. According to Sankei News, the team said they were drawn to the pair gradually over time spent together, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how the new season's lineup came together.
- 4TBS and 28 affiliate stations to unify broadcast operations by 2029▼https://www. wacoca.com/media/778573/ TBS、系列28社と放送中枢を統合へ 地上波初の「センター方式」、2029年運用へ – 産経ニュース # television # tv # TVPrograms
TBS plans to integrate its broadcast core operations with its 28 affiliated regional stations under a 'center system', the first of its kind for terrestrial broadcasting in Japan, with operations targeted to begin in 2029. The restructuring, reported by Sankei Shimbun, would centralize functions such as master control, a significant shift in how Japanese commercial TV networks operate amid industry pressures.
- 5M!LK's Sano Yuto teaches yoga, leaving Masuda Takuya blushing●佐野を念じ続け、ついに佐野となる。その時、佐野も非佐野もなく全てがひとつとなるヨガ M!LK佐野勇斗、おすすめのヨガ指導で増田貴久が赤面 長嶋一茂が8年ぶりゴチ参戦 https://www. sankei.com/article/20261
Japanese entertainment coverage highlights M!LK member Sano Yuto giving a yoga lesson that left NEWS's Masuda Takuya visibly embarrassed. The item, from a Sankei entertainment piece, also notes that Nagashima Shige, well known from the variety show Gochisousama, took part for the first time in eight years. Japanese fans are sharing the playful, absurd framing of the segment, joking about meditating until one 'becomes Sano'.
- 6TV Asahi president weighs in on SMILE-UP chief Higashiyama's exit▼https://www. wacoca.com/media/777774/ テレビ朝日・西新社長、SMILE―UP．東山紀之社長の退任に言及「同社における取り組みを注視していく」（サンケイスポーツ） – Yahoo!ニュース # telev
TV Asahi president Hiroshi Nishi commented on the departure of SMILE-UP president Noriyuki Higashiyama, saying the broadcaster will continue to closely watch the agency's efforts to address the issues surrounding it. The remark, reported by Sankei Sports, underscores the pressure on the talent agency as it works to restore trust after its misconduct scandal.
- 7New York stocks fall again, down $131, on fears of prolonged Fed tightening●艦長がもし亜人ではなかったら、NYについてどう思ったでしょうか NY株続落、131ドル安 米金融引き締め長期化を懸念 https://www. sankei.com/article/20260930-ZF F3INT5ZNI7PN5FSPF
New York stocks fell for a second straight session, with the market dropping $131 as investors grew concerned that the US Federal Reserve's monetary tightening could last longer than expected. Japanese media reported the decline, and the news circulated among Japanese-language readers online, prompting commentary and jokes alongside serious discussion of what extended higher interest rates would mean for global markets.
- 8Travis Japan's Ryuya Shichigosankake unwinds with dramas and films●寺本爆発しろ！ Travis Japan七五三掛龍也、忙しい時もドラマ＆映画鑑賞で気分転換 『小麦と… https://www. sankei.com/article/20260930-OP KKGTO6EZOVBLBH7THITHSEGQ
Travis Japan member Ryuya Shichigosankake says he refreshes himself by watching dramas and films even during busy periods, in comments connected to his series 'Wheat and...'. The Sankei Shimbun interview draws fan attention to how the idol balances a packed schedule with downtime. Fans quote his remarks on social media, alongside pointed comments directed at fellow member Teramoto.
- 9Puzzle RPG Touken Ranbu Pazugiri tops iPhone game chart●わたしはペンギンではなくイルカの亜人ですが、App StoreはApp Storeとしか言いようがありませんね 【App Store iPhoneゲームチャート】パズルRPG『刀剣乱舞ぱずぎり』が… https://www. sankei.
Puzzle RPG Touken Ranbu Pazugiri has climbed to the top of Apple's App Store iPhone game chart in Japan, according to a Sankei report. The game blends match-style puzzle play with characters from the popular Touken Ranbu sword-warrior franchise, and its strong debut is drawing attention from mobile gamers and industry watchers.
- 10First main visual released for 'The Chipped Moon Mercedes'●捨てる公開あれば拾う公開ありカミ 『欠けた月のメルセデス』メインビジュアル第1弾公開 5大情報解禁企画決定 https://www. sankei.com/article/20260929-DP 6I7UYEQ5KK5LQRWK3CQJRD
The first main visual for 'Kaketa Tsuki no Mercedes' (The Chipped Moon Mercedes) has been publicly released, and a campaign unveiling five major pieces of information has been announced, according to a Sankei report picked up from Oricon News coverage. Fans are sharing the new artwork as anticipation builds ahead of further announcements about the project.