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Seven AKB48 members to star in new Ultraman movie

From Rekuru: It has been reported that the upcoming ‘Ultraman‘ movie, “Ultraman Saga“, will see the appearances of seven members of AKB48. (more)

Dec 01, 2011 07:14pm

 

Check out the 'Best Artist 2011' performances!

From Rekuru: NTV has just aired its annual music show, “Best Artist 2011," live on November 30th! Many top singers and groups performed on the show; be sure to check them out below!... (more)

Dec 01, 2011 01:00pm

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VSK will be covering AKB48 for their debut album

From Rekuru: It has been announced that 'masked Visual-kei band' VSK will be releasing their debut album, entitled “GOD SONGS,” on December 9th. Background details about the mysterious band... (more)

Nov 28, 2011 10:36am

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Vixx Hyde Now Available for Pre-Order [Sponsored Post]

Great news KPOP lovers! KpopHeaven's got a number of sweet pre-order deals, one of which is $4 off the Vixx Hyde album... (more)

May 16, 2013 06:00pm

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AKB48's shop is now open for business!

From Rekuru: Last November 22nd, AKB48 members Kitahara Rie, Miyazawa Sae, and Yokoyama Yui hosted a handshake event in celebration of the opening of their first official... (more)

Nov 27, 2011 02:22pm

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AKB48 and SPEED will be collaborating for FNS Music Festival

From Rekuru: It has been revealed that idol groups AKB48 and SPEED will collaborating for this year’s ‘FNS Music Festival’. The groups will come together for SPEED’s debut song... (more)

Nov 27, 2011 01:03pm

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Eikura Nana, AKB48's Maeda Atsuko, & Sorimachi Takashi to star in new drama

From Rekuru: Eikura Nana, AKB48’s Maeda Atsuko, and Sorimachi Takashi have been casted alongside Yamashita Tomohisa for the new TBS drama called “Saikou no Jinsei no Owarikata~Ending... (more)


Jacket covers for AKB48's 'Ue Kara Mariko' released

From Rekuru: AKB48 has just revealed the jacket covers for their new single, “Ue Kara Mariko." Their PV will be directed by Takahashi Eiki, who has directed several of AKB48's... (more)

Nov 15, 2011 06:22pm

 

AKB48’s Oba Mina to return in January!

From Rekuru: During AKB48’s handshake event last November 12th, AKB48 Team 4 captain Oba Mina made a surprise appearance and announced that she'll be having a comeback in January!... (more)

Nov 15, 2011 04:44pm

 

Japan Post homepage crashed after the release of AKB48 stamps

From Rekuru: Japan Post recently began selling AKB48 stamp sheets on November 8th. However, with the AKB48 members being so popular, the high traffic caused the Japan Post homepage to crash... (more)

Nov 12, 2011 04:00pm

 

Catch a preview of AKB48’s 'Ue Kara Mariko' PV

From Rekuru: A preview of AKB48’s "Ue Kara Mariko" PV for their 24th single has recently been revealed through PON!. The upbeat track is shown through a colorful PV as the members... (more)

Nov 11, 2011 11:40am

 

AKB48 unveils a new track in their 'Wanda Coffee' CM

From Rekuru: AKB48 has recently released a new track, titled “Daiji na Jikan" (An Important Time), through their new “Wonda Coffee” CM. The CM features the... (more)

Nov 10, 2011 02:46pm

 

AKB48’s Suzuki Shihori On Break Due To Injury

From Rekuru: AKB48’s Team B's newest member Suzuki Shihori was diagnosed with tendinitis in her left thigh. It was advised by her doctor that she should first refrain from... (more)

Nov 10, 2011 12:36pm

 

AKB48’s Kojima Haruna helps promote Metal Gear Solid HD edition

From Rekuru: Konami’s Kojima Productions have recently chosen AKB48’s Kojima Haruna to help promote the game Metal Gear Solid HD Edition. They have... (more)

Nov 09, 2011 01:15pm

 

Sending a Letter? Don't Forget Your AKB48 Stamp

From Rekuru: Need to send a postcard or a letter? Well if you're in Japan you'll soon be able to purchase AKB48 stamps. (more)

Nov 03, 2011 05:17pm

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AKB48 announces their 24th single to be titled Ue Kara Mariko

From Rekuru: On October 29th, AKB48 held a handshaking event to celebrate the release of their single, “Flying Get”, at Aji no Moto Stadium in Tokyo. (more)

Nov 01, 2011 03:52pm

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AKB48, Takahashi Yu, CLIFF, SHINee and more perform on Happy Music

From Rekuru: The October 29th broadcast of ‘Happy Music‘ saw performances from various artists. (more)

Oct 31, 2011 01:15pm

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SDN48 Will Graduate ALL Members In March

From Rekuru: SDN48 ('SaturDay Night 48'), the sister group of AKB48, announced that the group will graduate all of the SDN48 members at their farewell concert on March 31, 2012. (more)

Oct 29, 2011 07:55pm

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AKB48 surpasses their own record once again

From Rekuru: AKB48 has recently just set another record with the release of their latest single, "Kaze wa Fuiteiru," which sold 1,045,937 copies in just one first day! (more)

Oct 28, 2011 01:45pm

 

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