Stories from Tokyo · Japan

Archaeologists have observed that the production of Dogu figurines accelerated during times of crisis. This observation has led to the hypothesis that these figurines are linked to collective anxieties.

A discussion highlighted the past merger of Fuji Bank, Dai-Ichi Kangyo Bank, and Industrial Bank of Japan, noting that these three banks became one.

The music video for Noguchi Aya's song "Suddenly Fun and Forgetting to Breathe 2" was filmed and edited by the members themselves.

Prime Minister Sanae Takachi, who took office in October, hopes to amend Article 9 of Japan's constitution. This clause is known as the pacifist clause, adopted after World War II instead of a traditional military. Takachi stated that "times have changed" regarding the constitution. This declaration addresses Japan's national identity as a peaceful country.

FAYBEE is participating in the 8th Bacardi Sound Distillery project, following their involvement in the 7th project last year.

The song 'Out of My Life,' coupled with 'Like This and Like That,' has achieved million-seller status and reached a highest chart position of 64.

The members of the group Hana, originating from BMSG's 'No No Girls' audition program, filmed and edited their own music video.

Sakanaction's song 'Kaiju' became a major hit after the group returned from hiatus. Sakanaction's hit song 'Kaiju' was used as the opening theme for the anime 'Chi'.

The nominees for the 'Best Artist Show' category, part of a 6-category award, include Fujii Kaze, Hana, Mrs. Green Apple, Sakanaction, and Kenshi Yonezu.

A chorus group's new single, following 'We Got It', made a 'hot shot debut' at 46th place on the Hot 100 chart this week. The chorus group debuted at number 46 on the Hot 100 as a Hot Shot this week, surpassing six other groups or songs. The 7-member idol group, which debuted on March 14, is described as having diverse members with unique personalities, similar to various candies in flavor and shape. The group's name signifies diverse members, like candies of various flavors and shapes, uniting to perform pop tunes.