BREAKING: Is S1's Konan Koyoi MISSING? Mai Tsubasa's Next Destination & More

Here's a rundown of some of the top stories that happened in October

When was the last time you guys saw Konan Koyoi in an S1 movie? In recent memory, SONE-312 which was released in August this year was perhaps the last one. With no new work, it's been close to 2 months since S1’s Poster Girl has not released a movie with the studio

What seems strange though is the fact that, on her X handle, there is no sign of Konan Koyoi having any health or psychological problems while the actress is still posting vlogs on her Youtube, pics as well as organizing events very diligently. But eagle-eyed fans will notice how she has literally no behind-the-scenes photos, which were a common theme in her X posts, earlier.

I guess one can assume that the H-cup goddess can’t accommodate filming in her schedule now that she is busy doing lives on social media, being a YouTuber, and DJ,... and wondering about her future.

Looks like, for now, this H cup hottie has made the final decision about her career. To rub salt in the wound, she is even missing from her agency C-more’s exclusive roster and has apparently unfollowed S1 from her official X handle, which hints at possible tension between the two parties and that we may not see her feature in future JAVs released by the studio.

And if this at all is the case, then what a reckless decision by the actress! It could be that she wants to follow the path of her idols in the past that used to be Yua Mikami, Kirara Asuka.

But this whole thing could soon backfire for the actress, as I see it as her current position compared to her idols in the past, which is still nothing. Honestly, she has a long way to go and shouldn’t be hopping studios this early in her career when a major studio like S1 literally kickstarted her career

So far, the one taking the major hit is probably not C-more, Konan, or anybody else but S1. After Yua Mikami announced her retirement earlier last year, the studio built a pretty solid foundation with Saika Kawakita leading the charge for the studio, then again it made some eye-catching signings like Konan.

So, perhaps like a year or so into their signing, big names like Ria Yamate, and Konan Koyoi are "suddenly" bored out of AV. In addition, several potential names like Mirei Uno, and Yuri Adachi got bored too early, as well as who seem to have signs of uncertainty in S1. Although successful, but maybe this red studio is as unstable as some red football team (read Manchester United).

Things are not looking good for S1 at the moment. First, we had, the busty hottie Konan Koyoi and now Mai Tsubasa. As I mentioned earlier there were speculations regarding the same, what followed later was a major blow to S1 while proving to a good news for Faleno. Over the week Mai had announced her departure from the studio and her subsequent move to FALENO.

We’d both S1 and Tsubasa officially confirm the same via her personal X account. Now, what’s even more exciting is the fact that her debut film with FALENO, titled FSDSS-949, is scheduled for release on November 7th.

Tsubasa's move to FALENO (although known considering her agency 8man’s good ties with the studio) is a significant development for both the actress and the studio. Though S1 has been known for nurturing talents and turning them into poster girls of the JAV industry, Tsubasa undoubtedly being one of their most promising newcomers. While her departure is a loss for the studio, it presents an exciting opportunity for her to explore new projects, new sets, and of course a new team altogether. Can’t wait for her to showcase her talent from now on.

FALENO, on the other hand, is in dire need of a renowned name, especially with the impending retirement of legendary actress Moe Amatsuka, who has only one major year left in her adult career. Amatsuka, who is expected to retire next year, has been a cornerstone of the studio for quite a few years now. Her departure will leave a significant void, and FALENO had to find a capable replacement to maintain its position in the industry and it has done exactly so by onboarding Mai from S1.

There are lots in terms of production quality to decipher, one could say it's a top-notch production JAV with visuals that'll be left to squander with adult movies made in internationally by the likes of Vixen or Dorcel Club. The trailer begins with cinematic shots of Mai in different settings displaying her fantastic physique in a variety of outfits, then the camera pans into an interview-style setting when we're first introduced to Mai and she blows you in the first shot. Then begins the actual action, in a matter of eight consecutive scenes, we've Mai set up the vibe of the JAV with her first time stripping off at FALENO, which is embarrassing to do now, followed by a POV-styled blowjob that makes you feel like you're in a relationship, an aroma massage that makes you cum, a well-directed POV sex sequence while looking at the camera until the actor cums (I guess it was uncle Taku, as to what I made out from a quick glimpse), some messy tongue action in between, a slutty blowjob while teasing her co-star in Kansai dialect, and probably the first and last serious 3P just to make her feel good

Tsubasa's arrival could be the answer to FALENO's prayers. With her youthful beauty, natural talent, and undeniable charisma, she has the potential to become a major star. You can rest assured that her debut JAV with FALENO will turn out to be a blockbuster.

As the industry continues to evolve, talent transfers and studio changes have become the norm. While these transitions can be bittersweet, they also offer opportunities for growth and innovation. In the case of Mai Tsubasa, her move to FALENO is a promising development that could shape the future of JAV.

Haruki Kaname has revealed that she will retire from the profession and depart her management firm, NAX Promotion, in May 2025.

After retirement, she stated that she would take on a new name and concentrate on a career as an S&M model. She also intends to continue working as a server at SOD LAND for as long as the possibility exists, "To everyone who always supports me, I will be retiring from NAX at the end of May 2025," she wrote. "From now on, I will mainly be working as a fetish model, subject model, bondage model, cosplay, etc."

Haruki Kaname, known for her rugged, tattooed visage, debuted with REAL Studios on September 27, 2022. She had low expectations for her film career from the start, as NAX Promotion had advised her that many studios are hesitant to work with tattooed actresses. Unfortunately, this proved true, and she received very few film offers, making her career mainly unsuccessful.

Haruki Kaname has spoken candidly about her difficult life, including her parent's divorce and her decision to leave school after junior high. Her fascination with tattoos started when she came upon a magazine about tattoo art in a bookstore. She began getting tattoos as a girl, while also working part-time. However, as her tattoos got more noticeable, it became increasingly difficult for him to find traditional work, eventually prompting him to work at an S&M club.

A friend then advised her to try her luck in the adult industry, guaranteeing a nice salary. Haruki was intrigued and joined NAX Promotion, which has since managed her career. She previously erased a minor tattoo on her finger under pressure from her then-partner's peers who objected to her body art. However, the relationship eventually dissolved.

As she moves away from the industry, Haruki hopes to establish a new and fulfilling career in life. Haruki Kaname has announced that she will retire from the profession and leave her management agency, NAX Promotion, in May 2025.

After retirement, she stated that she would change her name and focus on a career as an S&M model. She also intends to continue working as a server at SOD LAND for as long as the possibility exists. "I'm also at SODLAND, and I like naughty things, so I won't leave that," she said. "I'll be changing my name and starting my SNS from scratch."

However, she has assured her fans that she will continue to be active and engaged with her followers. "I'll of course be doing events and individual shoots until May, and I love AV and being on set," she wrote. "I'm sorry that I'm so clumsy that I'm late in putting my words in writing."

The sudden retirement of the rising star might have shocked the entire JAV industry, recently. Freelance actress Kanau Arisu announced her decision on October 18th via her X account, "No more films will be released after the one I filmed. I won't be filming anything from now on either. I am retiring from AV" citing a desire to pursue her newfound happiness as she was quoted saying "From now on, I will think about my happiness and use what I have seen and experienced up until now to embark on a journey to find my happiness.

Arisu's retirement comes as a surprise to many fans, as she had only recently made her debut in the industry. E-BODY gave her the career that lasted over a year with EBOD-978, released on May 16, 2023, claiming the actress as a 'G-cup baby-faced idol'. Despite her short career, Arisu quickly gained a significant follower base which now stands at upward of 25k on her X handle, thanks to her youthful charm and undeniable talent.

Born on July 7, 2002, Arisu stood at a petite 148 cm tall, with an impressive G-cup figure that was the talk of the town for a while. Her hobbies included basketball and video games, particularly Mario Kart and one could get a gist of it from her official X handle. While her time in the industry was brief, she made a significant impact and will be remembered fondly by her fans.

As Arisu embarks on a new chapter in her life, it'd be hard for her fans to digest the fact. While her departure is undoubtedly a loss for the industry, we respect her decision and hope that she finds happiness in her future endeavors.

While we were recovering from all this retirement news, here’s one that might’ve slipped under the rug, i.e. of Kawana Misuzu (or Kawamii). After an illustrious 11-year career that began in 2013, Misuzu has announced her retirement, leaving behind a screen presence that will be remembered for years to come.

Misuzu began her journey in the industry in 2013, quickly gaining recognition for her slender frame and pixie haircut. She has graced the screens of various studios, including as a Prestige exclusive and later on with KMP, captivating audiences with her performances in both her stints until finally setting up her freelance career in JAV.

In a heartfelt message to her fans, Misuzu expressed her gratitude for their unwavering support throughout her career. "I will retire. I have been able to continue since 2013 thanks to my fans, agency staff, and the people who found me among so many other actresses and supported me. Thank you so much."

Beyond her career in the JAV industry, Misuzu has also made significant strides as a music artist under the stage name Nemu and if you were to peek at her current X handle, you’ll most likely find her promoting her music gigs.

She reflected on her life and realized her true passion lies in music, I have had many experiences and learned a lot in this industry. "I have appeared in many different works. There were also difficult times. But, the wonderfulness of the work we all create together and the joy I feel when it is completed has allowed me to continue for so long." As such, she has decided to dedicate herself fully to her new band.

Revealing why she had ceased filming JAVs, she wrote, "Since we only have one life, I asked myself, "Is there anything I have left undone?" and at that time, I realized that I wanted to do music, which I had always wanted to do but had given up on. Since then, I dyed my hair blue, my favorite color." Misuzu will not be releasing a final retirement work but will instead focus on her musical endeavors. "I haven't filmed any works since I dyed it blue, so I won't be releasing any retirement works"

To mark the beginning of this new chapter, she will be performing in Osaka on December 14th as she remarked on X, "I will make music with all my heart so that I will never regret it, and I will sing so that I can deliver it to everyone, so I would be happy if you could support my music activities as my new chapter Please follow me. My first chapter ends here. And now, Chapter 2."

As Misuzu bids farewell to her career in adult entertainment, we saw several fans reacting to her tweet. Here's one fan recollecting his meeting with the actress, "It's a new beginning. It wasn't much, but I was grateful to have been able to meet Kawana-san in the first chapter." We wish her all the best in her future endeavors. While there is no way to tell whether she'll make a comeback, her fans could look forward to her music gigs soon. For the curious folks out there, you could watch Misuzu don her new avatar in her latest outing as a music artist scheduled on her birthday this year in December, here's the link to the event.

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