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The best-selling Japanese solo musical artist in history celebrates her 25th anniversary with a special sweet treat.
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Niece of disgraced music producer will remain as representative director at the company for the time being, though.
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The owner is a stylishly eccentric enka singer who sings along with his guests and promises a great night will be had by all.
Our musician reporter Seiji attends the one-year anniversary concert of idol group Gilty x Gilty, who sang a song that he penned.
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