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A Case for Mosaic in JAV. An In-depth Opinion. Part 2 of 3
A Case for Mosaic in JAV. An In-depth Opinion. Part 2 of 3

Vez continues his detailed analysis on the advantages of JAV censorship by going into the economic side of things, and his take on Western Porn VS JAV

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JAV Hall of Fame - Ballot Preview - Class of 2017
JAV Hall of Fame - Ballot Preview - Class of 2017

Oppaira reviews the list of actresses for the 2017 Hall of Fame ballot, focusing on first time names and the biggest snubs from last year

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Does Story Really Matter in JAV?
Does Story Really Matter in JAV?

Some JAV like to implement a story or plot of some sort - I'm going to discuss whether this enhances or detracts from a JAV experience!

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Top 10 Explosive Bukkake JAV Volume 2
Top 10 Explosive Bukkake JAV Volume 2

Let's analyze which JAV have the best bukkake scenes!

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What every JAV actress should do: Genres, Themes, Sex Acts
What every JAV actress should do: Genres, Themes, Sex Acts

What are some things every JAV actress should do? What kind of genres, themes, or sex acts do you think every actress should do at some point in their career?

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Panking's 2024 JAV Retrospective: Top 20 Best Videos of 2024 Part 2
Panking's 2024 JAV Retrospective: Top 20 Best Videos of 2024 Part 2

Join me as I take a look at my top 10 JAV videos for 2024. Which one will come out on top? Read on to find out!

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Pan Takes - March 2025 Vol 1 - Alice Nanase, Himeka Iori and Ren Gojo
Pan Takes - March 2025 Vol 1 - Alice Nanase, Himeka Iori and Ren Gojo

From busty schoolgirls to slutty cyclists and even one of the worst JAV films I've ever seen. Read on to see which one it is. The answer may surprise you...

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JAV Retirements and Replacements (2024 Edition)
JAV Retirements and Replacements (2024 Edition)

Many big names in JAV announced their retirements in 2024. Which up and coming stars can be considered a good successor?

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The Wild Side of Kaho Imai: A Retrospective
The Wild Side of Kaho Imai: A Retrospective

One of the hottest gyaru's of her generation was not only hot, but a daring, kinky specimen.

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History
My JAV History: Early Memories and On

By Fried Chikan @ April 16th, 2025

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I revisit my JAV roots with the first videos and actresses I saw way back in the day. Going from the early 2000’s with actresses Sakura, to the late 2000’s with Yuma Asami, and closing out with Iori Kogawa in the mid 2010’s.
Opinions
Does Story Really Matter in JAV?

By Syndrome @ April 15th, 2025

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Some JAV like to implement a story or plot of some sort - I'm going to discuss whether this enhances or detracts from a JAV experience!
Opinions
Pan Takes - March 2025 Vol 2 - Alice Otsu, Ichika Matsumoto and Hana Himesaki

By Panking @ April 14th, 2025

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Enjoy a nice array of themes in this edition of Pan Takes with everything from slutty gal nurses, to busty housemaids and even a fun outdoor public film.
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News

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BREAKING: Did Nina Nishimura Just Announce Her Retirement?

By trapstar @ April 5th, 2025

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In another news, SOD's Rei Kamiki fell victim to a silly April Fool's Day joke, Sayuri Saeki wants her fans to have a drink with her & more. Take a deep dive!
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BREAKING: Famous JAV Actress Quits The Industry After A Failed Surgery!

By trapstar @ March 30th, 2025

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A famous JAV actress recently had the worst experience of her life getting under the knife and things aren't looking good for her. We've the deets!
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BREAKING: Marina Shiraishi's Latest Non-JAV Gig, Konan Koyoi Turns Brand Ambassador & More Deets On Minami Aizawa's Mystery Man!

By trapstar @ March 24th, 2025

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In the week's pick, we also have some scoop on S1's latest orgy JAV that's scheduled to release next month and stars Saika Kawakita. Take a deep dive!
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Top Lists

Top Lists
Red Hot Report: Sora Amakawa, Hinako Mori, Karen Yuzuriha, Mizuki Yayoi

By Fried Chikan @ July 11th, 2023

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Our Red Hot Report this month highlights the BJ demon Sora Amakawa, the plastic Hinako Mori, the double exclusive Karen Yuzuriha, and the big assed Mizuki Yayoi. Check out why these four names are hot off the presses.
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Panking's Top 10 Favorite Covers Part 1

By Panking @ August 2nd, 2021

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JAV covers are very important. Gotta make a good first impression to win over a potential customer. Join me as I list some of my personal favorite covers throughout all of JAV.
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Fried Chikan's Top Ten Movies Starring Petite and Slender JAV Stars

By Fried Chikan @ November 13th, 2020

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Looking for different body types in JAV? Read on more about these slender, tiny, or petite angels in JAV.
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Opinions

Opinions
2022 Debut Review - Momona Koibuchi

By Oppaira @ December 12th, 2022

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A first impression of 2022 debut actress Momona Koibuchi
Opinions
JAV Actresses: No Longer Watching

By Fried Chikan @ September 22nd, 2022

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For whatever reason we don’t watch them forever. Which actresses are you no longer watching?
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2023 Debut Review - Maaya Irita

By Oppaira @ December 17th, 2023

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A first impression of 2023 debut actress Maaya Irita
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Spotlights

Spotlights
Fried Chikan's Actress Spotlight: Yura Kano - Intro

By Fried Chikan @ May 18th, 2022

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Actress Spotlight into the short haired, pale cutie Yura Kano.
Spotlights
Ren Usui, The Freshest MILF in Town, Has A Mouth Fetish

By jmsorry @ August 4th, 2021

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We'll put the spotlight on one of the hottest new MILFS in JAV
Spotlights
Hitomi Spotlight

By Oppaira @ April 24th, 2022

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With Hitomi's recent retirement Oppaira takes a look at his favourite actress and what made her so special, plus gives a top 10 videos list.
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Interviews

Interviews
ZENRA Exclusive Interview: JAV Extra Kikka Arashiro

By trapstar @ October 3rd, 2024

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You've certainly watched her play side quests in JAV but thanks to this interview, you'll now get to unearth a lot about her. Take a deep dive!
Interviews
ZENRA Exclusive JAV Interview: Shiori Tsukada

By Oppaira @ August 6th, 2024

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Come read ZENRA's exclusive interview with voluptuous legendary actress Shiori Tsukada!
Interviews
ZENRA Interview: The Challenges Facing JAV Today

By Fried Chikan @ June 13th, 2024

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Get an insider perspective from ZENRA himself about what makes JAV so special, to the challenges it faces, and how fans abroad can still support it.
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Field Reports

Field Reports
JAV Fan Survey Results

By Fried Chikan @ March 22nd, 2025

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We polled JAV Fans from all over the world to find out more about them and their preferences from their preferred viewing platforms to their favorite Genres. See inside for the results.
Field Reports
Anton's Evening Online with Kurea Hasumi

By Anton Algren @ April 16th, 2024

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This time, Anton decided to try an ONLINE JAV fan meet event, with none other than the incomparable Kurea Hasumi.
Field Reports
Anton’s Fetifes Adventure - Chapter 7: The JAV Jake Adelstein?

By Anton Algren @ July 6th, 2024

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Now I know what you may be thinking. When the fuck is this article series going to end? Well, read on to find out!
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Opinions
Pan Takes - March 2025 Vol 2 - Alice Otsu, Ichika Matsumoto and Hana Himesaki

By Panking @ April 14th, 2025

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Enjoy a nice array of themes in this edition of Pan Takes with everything from slutty gal nurses, to busty housemaids and even a fun outdoor public film.
Top Lists
The Sights and Sounds of Taipei Red Expo 2024

By Fried Chikan @ August 17th, 2024

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It’s that time of year again where the adult stars of Japan come to Taiwan to invade en masse. Let’s take a look at what went down at this year’s TRE.
Field Reports
June Lovejoy's Fun & Sexy Birthday Party!!

By OPPAI Lover69 @ April 8th, 2025

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Celebrate June Lovejoy's birthday at an event they host in Japan. It's an experience like no other which fans like me got to enjoy. A very fun, memorable, sexy, and lewd party which only June can bring you.

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