Japanese underground idol Hari Matsumoto draws backlash after offering fans a controversial post-show perk, with viral clips, criticism over industry norms, and debate on boundaries, fan culture and p ...

These underground idols usually perform in small theatres, live houses, and shopping centres. Unlike top-tier celebrities on TV, they build their base through direct, and sometimes unconventional, fan ...

Editor’s note: The relationship between Korean and Japanese pop culture entered a new phase when Korean television drama “Winter Sonata” became a national sensation after it aired on Japanese ...

J-fashion and Japanese style has always had its own distinct look that stands out among the rest. From layering to accessorizing, there’s just something about the Japanese fashion sense that feels ...