Ryoko Yonekura Officially Confirms Home Search, Maki Uchida Passes Away, Yuko Oshima Returns to Music Show After 10 Years

Ryoko Yonekura Officially Acknowledges Home Search

Actress Ryoko Yonekura announced on her official website on the 26th, saying, “It’s true that law enforcement officials searched my home.” She confirmed the reports and apologized to her fans and associates for the incident [1].

While details of the search haven’t been disclosed, it’s causing a stir in the entertainment world. Yonekura has not commented on her future activities [1].

Renowned Screenwriter Maki Uchida Passes Away at 77

Celebrated screenwriter Maki Uchida died on the 26th at age 77. She also served as the first female member of the Yokozuna Deliberation Council [5].

According to NHK News, her passing was reported alongside coverage of the Noto Peninsula earthquake, reaffirming her legacy through her work on dramas and historical series [5].

Yuko Oshima Makes a Stunning Return as AKB48 Center on Music Show

On TV Asahi’s “Music Station SUPER LIVE 2025,” Yuko Oshima performed as the center for AKB48’s hit song “Heavy Rotation” for the first time in 10 years. Fans were blown away, commenting, “She hasn’t changed at all,” and “Her energetic dance moves gave me chills.” [3]

According to Oricon, the audience reaction was electric, and the show’s energy was through the roof [1][3].

Kazlaser Praises Vacuum Jessica’s M-1 Comedy Routine as the Best Ever

Comedian Kazlaser called Vacuum Jessica’s performance at the M-1 Grand Prix “the funniest in M-1 history,” according to Sports Hochi [1].

Meanwhile, buzz continues around the reigning M-1 champion Takuro, keeping the comedy scene lively [1].

Other Trending Topics

• Aiko Kaito excited fans by releasing her first photo book in 16 years, calling it “seductive” [1].
• Shōhei Nagata from Chocorara fractured his bone during SASUKE but still appeared on the show, sparking mixed reactions [1].
• DJ Shacho joked about ex-wife Hikaru in his music, saying “Noa-chan totally nailed it” [1].
• Snow Man faced off against the drama team in the fifth edition of “Sore Snow Friend Park” [3].
• SoftBank Hawks’ documentary film “HAWKS SP!RIT - 273 Days of Memory” was released on the 26th, narrated by Yuki Yoda [4].

Music and Variety Show Highlights

The “Music Station SUPER LIVE” finale had the audience roaring with laughter at 50TA’s hilarious punchline. Comedian Koji Higashino shared a funny update about Seiji Chihara, describing him as “like a prisoner,” making the year-end specials a hot topic every day [1].

Plus, the popular Matsuya × Chiikawa collaboration announced purchase limits, showing just how popular it’s become [3].