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FC's Top Ten Nana Ogura Videos

Our sunny dive into Nana Ogura continues with my picks for her Top Ten Videos. Bikinis galore, sweat sex, porn auditions, fucking in the sun, and more inside.

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Times in JAV Where You'd Rather Watch Than Be There

There are some situations and fetishes in JAV where you'd prefer to watch it happen then do it yourself - I'm going to talk about that in-depth!

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JAV Battle: A Few Long Scenes or Multiple Short Scenes?

Sex scenes in JAV come in all shapes and sizes, but let's discuss what's better: a few long sex scenes or multiple shorter sex scenes?

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Thick Trend in JAV: Tina Nanami’s Phat Ass, Yui Hatano’s Meaty Tits, and Momona Koibuchi’s Jiggles

Whether they admit to it or not, people love skinny people, especially in JAV. However, a few actresses are bucking the skinny trend and getting off their diets. Check out the curves, the rolls, and...

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FC's Favorite Performers in JAV 2: Aki Sasaki’s Roleplaying, Rino Yuki the Natural, and Kana Yume goes All-Out

 The final part of my picks for  Best Performers in JAV includes Kurea Hasumi’s femdominance, how Kana Yume was made for porn, Akari Mitani’s versatility, and more inside.

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The Curious Case of Yui Thiccano

What's the deal with Yui Hatano? One day she was thiccer than a bowl of oatmeal. Come join me as we dive into the world of Yui Thiccano

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BREAKING: Nanami Matsumoto SHOCKED Her Fans, Rin Okae To QUIT After 13 Years In JAV

You won't believe what Nanami Matsumoto just dropped & legendary MILF to quit JAV. This week's column has all the juicy gossips. Take a deep dive!

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Pan Takes - February 2026 Vol 3 - Ako Kimura, Noa Haruna and Yui Hatano

A double scoop of Nao Masaki and a busty OL are all on the menu today. However, one of these videos is an early contender for biggest disappointment of the year. Read on to find...

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New JAV Releases Jan 2026: Moodyz Pussy Gran Prix, Shizuha submits, and the Femdom Queen is finally back!

The new year brings in tons of bangers out of the gate and a few special videos like Kurea Hasumi’s return to JAV.

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Through the Years: Minami Aizawa

By Fried Chikan @ March 28th, 2026

Look into Minami Aizawa throughout her time in JAV and beyond. From her early days, cuter days, to her sexier days in her prime.

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Underrated Funny, Weird and Sexy Studio: SHIGEKI

By Vez @ March 27th, 2026

The best parts of JAV that’s difficult to translate for English audiences is the crossover point of weird, funny and hot. If you’re looking for a consistent source of all three, up-start studio SHIGEKI is ready to squirt it up and show us how it's done!

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EXCLUSIVE: Maria Nagai Made 100 Million Yen In 2025 Selling Fetish Content Online!

By trapstar @ March 27th, 2026

In a recent interview with Shueisa Japan, Maria Nagai stunned fans by claiming that she reportedly earned 100 million yen in 2025 selling pregnancy content. This column presents excerpts from the interview.

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EXCLUSIVE: Maria Nagai Made 100 Million Yen In 2025 Selling Fetish Content Online!

By trapstar @ March 27th, 2026

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BREAKING: Rina Kago LASHES Out At Taiwanese Fans

By trapstar @ March 22nd, 2026

From Rina Kago lashing out at fans to famous TV show starring JAV actresses coming to an end, we've all the exclusive scoop. Take a deep dive!

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BREAKING: Azusa Hikari DROPS Major Hint, Niko Kawagoe SHOCKS Fans With Impressive Skills

By trapstar @ March 21st, 2026

From Azusa Hikari dropping a surprise for her fans to Niko Kawagoe going viral, we've all the exclusive scoop. Take a deep dive!

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Top 5 Winter 2022 Virtual Reality JAVs

By vienna @ May 10th, 2022

vienna's most recent take on Virtual Reality JAVs. Personal favourites released during Winter 2022. From Hitomi to Miharu Usa -- everything you need know in order to 'VR & Chill' alone or with a loved one.

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Nao Masaki Interview with Revolver Head Summary

By Fried Chikan @ June 7th, 2025

Give Nao’s interview with this AV comedian a read where she talks about her directing style, what makes a good actress, and her love of male orgasms.

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JAV Sales Report - September 2023

By Oppaira @ October 31st, 2023

A report of which actresses and videos were popular in September 2023

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JAV Battle: Train or Beach Setting?

By Syndrome @ November 27th, 2025

A gloriously sandy beach or a packed and noisy train: which makes for a hotter JAV scenario?

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2025 Debut Review - Soa

By Oppaira @ December 29th, 2025

A first impression of 2025 debut Soa

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First Impressions - Sumire Kurokawa

By Panking @ August 29th, 2023

It's time to check out another new actress and I've got my sights set on a slender but big assed babe in Sumire Kurokawa. I'm not normally into skinny actresses but perhaps she will change my mind? Read on to find out!

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Actress Spotlight: Akiho Yoshizawa – Odds and Ends

By Fried Chikan @ May 14th, 2025

Our look into the legendary Akiho Yoshizawa moves on to her oddest and interesting titles throughout her career. Today’s slate includes globetrotting vlogs, superstar team-ups, Twink Acky, and an appearance from the PSP.

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Manic Pixie JAV Girl: Rurucha

By Vez @ February 24th, 2026

Rurucha’s transformation from a delicate Japanese doll to a colorful gal girl is an aesthetic metamorphosis that is a feast on the eyes.

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An Unlikely JAV Star: Emi Asano

By Vez @ July 17th, 2025

One of Vez’ GOAT performers, this little known JAV actress had a meteoric rise to fame and got out as brightly as she shone. Learn why she is one of Vez’ favorites in this article!

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FANZA Magazine Interviews the Number 2 Ranked JAV Actress Miyu Aizawa

By Fried Chikan @ February 26th, 2026

Miyu Aizawa gave an interesting and frank interview with FANZA Magazine. Read on to hear about her gushing about her ranking, vaginal tightness, a director chastising her, and batting 8th in a pegging order. You read that last part right.

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Himari Exclusive Interview: AVN Dreams, MOODYZ Poster Girl, Men's Health Advocate, Q-cup tits that made fans go WILD!

By trapstar @ January 21st, 2026

Himari sat to talk about her latest obsession of making it to AVN Expo, exploring the uncharted territories of western porn, jumping from Q to R-cup and her latest men's health venture. Take a deep dive!

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Nao Masaki Interview: Directing, Squirting ideas, and the Actress Who Doesn't Follow Instructions

By Fried Chikan @ July 11th, 2025

Nao chatted with this AV comedian Revolver Head where she talked about her directing style, what makes a good actress, and her love of male orgasms.

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Could YOU Date a JAV Star? Emiri Okazaki Field Report

By Anton Algren @ June 18th, 2024

Anton undertook a test with Studio Apps to see if his dating skills are good enough to impress Emiri Okazaki. He then wrote his experience down in the hopes that folks could learn something from it.

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Anton Algren and Tsubasa Amami's Encounter in Osaka

By Anton Algren @ September 12th, 2023

Anton finishes up his three-part journey with some R&R, alongside Tsubasa Amami. She is most impressed by his height. Anton also gets to use some Japanese that June Lovejoy taught him.

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Ako Kimura, fastest ONE shot with the new BIG OPPAI AV Star

By OPPAI Lover69 @ July 1st, 2025

Ako Kimura is the new big oppai star of the JAV world and I got the chance to meet her at her debut event! What ended up happening at the event though left me bitter.

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