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B&ZAI’s “KISS’N’DOL” Showcases Their Most Mature Sound Yet

2026-05-022026-05-07 by Sabina, posted in News, Performance, STARTO

“KISS’N’DOL” takes you into the dim glow of a live stage, and a single breathy line cuts through the silence: “KISS’N’DOL…” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMM9d5h2ne8 Fingers brush lips, eyes lock with the crowd, and suddenly the world feels smaller—closer, more intense. That moment—raw and impossible to look away from—has become the heartbeat of B&ZAI’s latest original track online, … Continue reading B&ZAI’s “KISS’N’DOL” Showcases Their Most Mature Sound Yet

Penlight Chronicles – Just Kenty | Nakajima Kento

2026-04-30 by Penlight Chronicles, posted in Project, Spotlight, STARTO

I just Kenty, Love Kenty of my star! That’s right! Today is all about Nakajima Kento! Join us and our special guest, Steph, as we talk through Nakajima Kento’s history, current successes, and future aspirations. Take me! Kenty! love 100% https://youtu.be/o7f8bEeYT-g Leave us a comment, do you agree with us or not? Penlight Chronicles Just … Continue reading Penlight Chronicles – Just Kenty | Nakajima Kento

Taiga Kyomoto’s “PROT.30” now on Streaming!

2026-04-292026-04-29 by Judit, posted in News, Press, STARTO

Streaming for “PROT.30”, the first album from Taiga Kyomoto’s creative project ART-PUT, began on April 24. “PROT.30” was originally released on April 23, 2025. Taiga himself was involved in songwriting for all tracks on the album. To commemorate its first anniversary, all 12 songs included across the First Press Limited Edition A, First Press Limited … Continue reading Taiga Kyomoto’s “PROT.30” now on Streaming!

SixTONES’ Hokuto Matsumura to star in NTV drama “Kokuhaku: 25-nenme no Himitsu”

2026-04-272026-05-10 by Judit, posted in News, Press, STARTO

SixTONES' member Hokuto Matsumura has been announced as the lead actor in NTV’s July Saturday drama "Kokuhaku: 25-nenme no Himitsu" ( 告白－25年目の秘密－/ -Confession-Secrets After 25 Years) (airing every Saturday from 9:00 to 9:54 p.m.). This marks his first solo lead role in a terrestrial TV drama. Hokuto will play the protagonist, Sota Yukimura (32), a … Continue reading SixTONES’ Hokuto Matsumura to star in NTV drama “Kokuhaku: 25-nenme no Himitsu”

SixTONES’ Jesse Voices Dual Roles for the First Time in New Sergeant Keroro Movie

2026-04-272026-04-27 by Judit, posted in News, Press, STARTO

Jesse of the six-member group SixTONES has been confirmed to appear as a voice actor in the new theatrical anime film Sergeant Keroro, the franchise’s first movie in 16 years, titled New Sergeant Keroro the Movie: The Earth Faces Immediate Doom After Its Revival! (set to be released on June 26). A new full trailer … Continue reading SixTONES’ Jesse Voices Dual Roles for the First Time in New Sergeant Keroro Movie

Ae! group’s Ken Kojima Takes on Full English Acting and Action in “Yagami Eiko”

2026-04-272026-04-27 by Dumpling Box Staff, posted in News, Press, STARTO

It was announced on the 27th that Ken Kojima of Ae! group will appear in the Hulu original drama Yagami Eiko: Ueno Chuo Police Station Organized Crime Countermeasures Division, starring Meisa Kuroki. Ken will take on the role of a Filipino hitman, marking his first time performing entirely in English. ドラマ『八神瑛子 -上野中央署組織犯罪対策課-』に出演する小島健（C）HJホールディングス The series … Continue reading Ae! group’s Ken Kojima Takes on Full English Acting and Action in “Yagami Eiko”

Waltz of Resilience: The symbolism and significance of light in “Waltz for Lily” by King & Prince

2026-04-262026-04-26 by Vero, posted in News, STARTO

https://www.instagram.com/p/DVs5vJyD49t/?hl=es In the vast and often frenetic world of J-Pop, King & Prince have demonstrated a unique ability to evolve, moving from boundless energy towards an introspective and refined artistic maturity. Their latest visual offering, the music video for “Waltz for Lily”, is not merely an aesthetic accompaniment to a ballad; it is a delicate … Continue reading Waltz of Resilience: The symbolism and significance of light in “Waltz for Lily” by King & Prince

[GIVEAWAY!] WAKU-WAKU SCHOOL ARASHI 2011 Tote Bags

2026-04-262026-04-26 by Shun, posted in Giveaway, Project, STARTO

🥟 ＼📢Giveaway Alert❗️／ 🥟 In preparation for the finale of the nationwide tour “ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2026 ‘We are ARASHI,’” which will be streamed worldwide at the end of May, Dumpling Box is hosting a giveaway of two WAKU-WAKU SCHOOL ARASHI 2011 tote bags! The "We are ARASHI" tour began on March 13 at Sapporo … Continue reading [GIVEAWAY!] WAKU-WAKU SCHOOL ARASHI 2011 Tote Bags

[S DRAMA] “MEMORY ACQUIRER” Ep.1 The Night That Vanished—Now Streaming with English Subtitles on YouTube

2026-04-23 by Sabina, posted in News, S DRAMA, STARTO

If you love psychological thrillers, mind-bending concepts like memory manipulation, or stylish Japanese dramas that feel made for your phone, S DRAMA’s first release, "MEMORY ACQUIRER" (original Japanese title: 記憶買収人), is about to become your new obsession. https://youtu.be/3cTywKiZfPw Click on 'CC' to turn on English subtitles! STARTO ENTERTAINMENT’s groundbreaking vertical short drama series S DRAMA … Continue reading [S DRAMA] “MEMORY ACQUIRER” Ep.1 The Night That Vanished—Now Streaming with English Subtitles on YouTube

WEST. 12th Album “Yuiitsu-Muni” on Streaming & Download April 23 — Stationhead Listening Party Announced

2026-04-222026-04-22 by Sabina, posted in News, Release, STARTO

All 17 tracks from Yuiitsu-Muni (唯一無二), the 12th full album by WEST., will be available on streaming platforms and for download starting at midnight on Thursday, April 23—the group’s 12th debut anniversary. The album, which many may already have in physical format, will now be accessible anytime, anywhere, allowing even more listeners to experience it … Continue reading WEST. 12th Album “Yuiitsu-Muni” on Streaming & Download April 23 — Stationhead Listening Party Announced