Ryo Yoshizawa & Riku Yokohama Celebrate with Special Screening at Kabuki-za
On January 1st, actors Ryo Yoshizawa and Riku Yokohama attended a special screening of the movie "National Treasure" at the historic Kabuki-za Theatre. They shared their excitement about being part of this rare event, calling it a true honor. This screening is a highlight to kick off the New Year’s entertainment season and has fans buzzing. [2]
TV Host Maonko Hibi Announces Marriage
Popular TBS announcer Maonko Hibi revealed she’s tying the knot with her same-age partner, known as the “Mr. Keio.” Fans are excited to see her balancing her career with her new married life, as she plans to continue working without stepping back. This joyful news at the start of the year has everyone talking. [2]
Legendary Performances at Countdown Concert: Kōichi Domoto & Masahiro Matsuoka Surprise Fans
During the New Year’s countdown event, Kōichi Domoto wowed the crowd with a performance alongside Timelessz and Travis Japan, while Matsuoka Matsuoka rocked the drums on “Sora Fune,” drawing cheers from over 55,000 fans. After a three-year break, this event brought back feelings of joy and nostalgia, making it a memorable start to 2026. [2]
Meanwhile, Aぇ! Group made their first appearance since debut, with member Kazuya Sano promising, “As long as fans are here, I’ll keep being an idol forever.” Their heartfelt performance marked a special milestone, closing out the celebration. [2]
Nagisa Aoyama Joins Crocodile Agency
Voice actress and singer Nagisa Aoyama announced she’s signed with Crocodile Inc. starting January 1st. She plans to expand her career into musicals and other projects, expressing her enthusiasm to deliver a more mature, evolved version of herself. Nagisa previously starred in musical roles, including the heroine in “Hero.” [4]
New Year’s Day TV Specials: Star-Studded Lineup
January 1st features a packed schedule of top TV specials, including “Celebrity Check! 2026 New Year’s Edition,” “Season 24 of ‘Aibou’ New Year’s Special,” and the “Golden SixTONES New Year 3-Hour Special.” Fans can also look forward to the first-ever collaboration of “Shabekuri 007” with Ueda and the Women’s Night, airing as a four-hour extravaganza. [1]
- Premier MelodiX! Special 2026: Airing late on TV Tokyo, this show features debut performances by STARGLOW and ROIROM, with a string of hit songs from 2025. [3]
- Hiro Hirogumi’s emotional farewell performance at the Kohaku Red & White Song Festival, singing “Thank You! Red & White, the Best!” is also making headlines. [2]
Top Entertainment Highlights for the New Year
These stories showcase the excitement and glamour of New Year’s Day entertainment in Japan. From the exclusive Kabuki-za screening and surprise performances at the countdown event to new agency signings and star-studded TV specials, fans have plenty to look forward to. It’s a vibrant start to 2026 that’s sure to keep everyone entertained. [1][2][3][4]
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