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The Fall of “Weekly Shonen Jump,” Once Printing 6.35 Million Copies… the Collapse of Paper Magazine Sales to 1 Million

The Fall of “Weekly Shonen Jump,” Once Printing 6.35 Million Copies… the Collapse of Paper Magazine Sales to 1 Million

The publisher recorded 985,000 copies in the first two quarters of this year—leaving Japan with no remaining paper magazines selling 1 million copies
For Guinness’ glory of 6. 35 million copies… the quiet exit of a paper manga kingdomThe impenetrable stronghold of 'Weekly Shonen Jump', once an absolute heavyweight in Japan’s manga industry that topped 6 million copies per single issue and earned its place in the Guinness Book, has collapsed.
| James choi
Trump Triggers Unauthorized Use Debate Over “Pokémon” and “Naruto” … Despite Two Japanese Government Protests, White House Lets Video Stand

Trump Triggers Unauthorized Use Debate Over “Pokémon” and “Naruto” … Despite Two Japanese Government Protests, White House Lets Video Stand

He used “Yu-Gi-Oh!” and “Dragon Ball” without permission to promote attacks and immigration crackdowns… Even after officials raised concerns in April and June, the video still wasn’t deleted
White House’s “Yu-Gi-Oh. ” Unauthorized Use … Video Stays “As Is” Even After Japan’s Second ProtestUnauthorized use of four works, including “Pokémon,” in policy promotion, directly clashing with the U. S. posture of protecting American intellectual propertyU. S.
| James choi
Japanese Trainee Goes Missing Before Debut, Sent for Fraud Charges After Investigation—Losses Total 57 Million Won

Japanese Trainee Goes Missing Before Debut, Sent for Fraud Charges After Investigation—Losses Total 57 Million Won

Two months before debut, after a double contract, he disappeared—sent on fraud charges with a travel ban and then referred for non-custodial prosecution to prosecutors
“Planned disappearance” two months before debut… A malicious double contract targeting the K-pop systemA cunning pattern of crime that exploits K-pop’s global status and systematic training system has come to light.
| James choi
[Interview] “Not releasing this video is a bigger sin.” What should we have done? Director Tomoaki Fujino ②

[Interview] “Not releasing this video is a bigger sin.” What should we have done? Director Tomoaki Fujino ②

When her older sister develops symptoms of schizophrenia, her parents choose to put a lock on the front door instead of taking her to a hospital. Unable to look away, the younger brother picks up a camera and steps into that silence.
Because they could not obtain the family’s consent, ethical questions about the film’s release inevitably follow. ​You asked a really important question. There are ethical issues, of course. In fact, we released it without getting permission or even understanding from any member of the family.
| 이화정
[Interview] “It’s a bigger sin not to release this video.” How should it have been handled? Director Tomoaki Fujino ①

[Interview] “It’s a bigger sin not to release this video.” How should it have been handled? Director Tomoaki Fujino ①

When it was released in Japan, the film posed pointed questions about families with disabled relatives and issues of caregiving, and interest continues as it opened in South Korea on the 29th of last month.
There’s a film that has sparked buzz on every front, from the source material—an older sister’s schizophrenia and the parents’ confinement of her—to the production of a private documentary recorded by the family, and to the theater release format despite the absence of IPTV, VOD, OTT, and other...
| 이화정
[Sung Chan-yeol’s Comics] In 〈He and the Moon〉, a Big Family Feels Both Close and Far Away

[Sung Chan-yeol’s Comics] In 〈He and the Moon〉, a Big Family Feels Both Close and Far Away

I’m drawn to subculture in all its forms. I don’t just follow films; I check out webtoons, games, manga and animation — anything that offers a fresh story, theme or character. Comics first opened the door to fandom for me, and now I read manga as e-books and webtoons on my smartphone — an adult who...
| Seongchan Eol
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[Photo]"I emptied my mind as a newcomer" Jung Il-woo holds news conference for "Criminal" after debut

Amazon Prime Original series… Director Daishi Matsunaga praises his "incredible passion for acting"
Jung Il-woo's first foray into Japan, "Criminal" tops the chart for three straight weeks… Finished after 30 rehearsalsAmazon Prime released on the 17th, adding Korean character settings to maximize the detailsAmazon Prime sweeps No.
| James choi
“Why does a Japanese man take photos of Korea?” Kuwabara Seisei’s “Face of Photography” opens on Sept. 2

“Why does a Japanese man take photos of Korea?” Kuwabara Seisei’s “Face of Photography” opens on Sept. 2

A documentary about the life and photos of Kuwabara Seisei, a master of Japanese photojournalism who chronicled modern Korean history through 100,000 shots over 60 years.
A film titled 〈Face of Photography〉, which confirmed its release for Sept. 2, will unveil a teaser poster and a teaser trailer. 〈Face of Photography〉 is a photo documentary that follows the life and work of Kuwabara Seisei, a 90-year-old master of Japanese photojournalism who documented modern...
| Joo Seong-cheol
“His best twist is his death” Keigo Higashino dies… tributes pour in, including Ryu Seung-ryong over his connection to “The Name-ya General Store”

“His best twist is his death” Keigo Higashino dies… tributes pour in, including Ryu Seung-ryong over his connection to “The Name-ya General Store”

About 760 people leave condolences on a tribute page at local bookstores… next month’s new book “Transparent Spiral” tops the bestseller list
‘Keigo Higashino’ dies of colorectal cancer… “The final twist” that moved 760 peopleHis previously unpublished final work “Eternal Memory” is set to be released next month, after taking over No. 1 on Aladdin’s bestseller listThe master of Japanese mystery literature, Keigo Higashino, died on the...
| James choi
Yeon Sang-ho confirms production of “Parasite: Tamiya” — another major global Japanese IP project

Yeon Sang-ho confirms production of “Parasite: Tamiya” — another major global Japanese IP project

In the original work, Tamiya Ryoko—who clashes with protagonist Izumi Shinichi—plays a high school teacher who looks human and is a dangerous parasite that threatens humanity.
Netflix said it has confirmed production of Netflix’s Japanese series 〈Parasite: Tamiya〉, scheduled to be released in 2027. Director Yeon Sang-ho and the production company Wowpoint are teaming up again to unveil a new 〈Parasite〉 universe.
| Joo Seong-cheol