It's been reported that SUPER BEAVER drummer Fujiwara "31-sai" Hiroaki has fallen ill with the novel coronavirus. 

On April 1st, Fujiwara developed a fever and rested at home after consulting a health center. He received the PCR test on the 3rd, and the results came back positive on the 6th.  While his health showing improvement, he is still recuperating at home. Reportedly, fellow member Uesugi Kenta (B) is also currently in poor health and has been ordered to stay at home from the health center. 

MIYAVI has unveiled the lyric video for his new song "Need for Speed" via YouTube. 

"Need for Speed" was released digitally on April 8 and will be included in his new album "Holy Nights" to drop on April 22. It has an edgy sound, and the lyrics portray one's wishes of moving forward.

Maison book girl have revealed a "parallel version" music video for their song "my cut." 

This song was included in the group's first album "bath room" released back in 2015. The "parallel version" video was created as a part of their program 'Maison book girl / Dual' on WOWOW PLUS MUSIC. With the concept, "What if Maison book girl put all their energy into idol activities?" the members express their image of an idol through the video. idomin was in charge of the choreography.

Comedian duo Tampopo's Shiratori Kumiko has been diagnosed with the new coronavirus. 

According to an announcement by her agency, Shiratori had an abnormal sense of smell on March 29th, but didn't think anything of it as she has allergic rhinitis. However, on April 3rd, she received news from one of her close friends that they tested positive for coronavirus. As such, she reevaluated her symptoms and realized that she also had a fever. Since then, she has been staying at home and has been in contact with a health care center. 

HKT48 have revealed the full PV for their 13th single "3 - 2" (April 22 release) 

For this single, fourth generation student Unjo Hirona serves as center for the first time. The PV was shot at 5 locations in Fukuoka, and the members do a dance while holding ribbons that symbolize their "proof of determination."

Piko Taro's new song "PPAP-2020-" has been uploaded onto YouTube. 

As the new coronavirus spreads throughout the world, Piko Taro thought about what he could do for everyone. "PPAP-2020-" is a rearrangement of "PPAP", which was released back in 2016. With the new song, he encourages hand washing and prays for people and peace throughout the world. 

Shonan no Kaze will release their new album "Shonan no Kaze ~Shiho Senpu~" on May 20. 

It's been about two years since the group released their last album "Shonan no Kaze ~Ichigo Ichie~." Their upcoming album will feature a total of 14 songs including the theme song for the PlayStation 4 software 'Ryu ga Gotoku 7: Hikari to Yami no Yukue.' 

Kurosawa Kazuko (41) of comedian trio Morisanchu is the next Japanese celebrity to contract the novel coronavirus. 

According to Yoshimoto Kogyo, Kurosawa developed a fever on March 21st around noon, but returned to normal temperature later that day. After seeing a doctor, she was ordered to stay at home for two days. She then returned to work on the 25th and participated in a shoot for a program. However, she had lost her sense of taste and smell and learned that it could be a symptom of the coronavirus. As such, she cancelled all of her work. 

Shibasaki Kou has left Stardust Promotion on March 31. As of April 1, her work is managed by Les Trois Graces, a company in which she also serves as CEO. 

Kame to YamaP, a unit comprised of Kamenashi Kazuya (KAT-TUN) and Yamashita Tomohisa, have revealed the PV for their song "Amor." 

This is the lead track off of their first album "SI" to drop on April 29. In the beginning of the PV, the two walk on the beach at sunrise, making you reminisce the last scene of their starring drama. In addition to the beach scenes, there are scenes where they sing while being surrounded by foreigners. 

On April 1, former AKB48 member and actress Shinoda Mariko (34) announced that she gave birth to her first child. 

Via her Instagram and Twitter accounts, Shinoda reported, "I apologize for making a personal announcement during this time, but I gave birth to a healthy baby girl the other day. Thankfully, both myself and baby are doing well." 

It's been reported that Ketsumeishi's RYOJI (Vo) has been infected with the new coronavirus. 

RYOJI had a high fever since March 22, and after undergoing a PCR test on March 30, he tested positive for the new coronavirus. He still has a slight fever and is devoting himself to getting better as soon as possible. The other members are taking preventative measures to protect themselves from the virus. 

It's been announced that former Kobushi Factory member Inoue Rei will be joining Juice=Juice. 

This announcement was made on April 1 during a live broadcast on YouTube, commemorating the release of their new single "Pop Music / Sukitte Itte yo." After the group performed four songs, leader Kanazawa Tomoko made the report regarding Inoue's joining the group. She read a letter from Inoue, stating, "I hope to make my dreams come true in Juice=Juice. I will do my best so that everyone can think that it was a good idea for Inoue Rei to join."

The PV for Tokyo Jihen's new song "Eien no Fuzai Shomei" has been uploaded onto YouTube. 

"Eien no Fuzai Shomei" can be found in the band's upcoming album "News" to be released on April 8 and will be used as the theme song for the movie 'Meitantei Conan: Hiiro no Dangan' premiering on April 17. Directed by Kodama Yuichi, the PV shows the members descending to earth during the leap year.