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I Can’t Believe She does Porn 1: Shocking Actresses in JAV

Unexpected faces and bodies to do JAV. You won’t believe these women do porn.

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Oppaira's April 2026 JAV Watchlist

Oppaira shares his most anticipated videos from April 2026

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Was Bako Bus 2026 Worth the Wait? - MIRD-277 Review

Moodyz brings back their massive Orgy special Bako Bako Bus Tour once again, but was it worth saving?

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BREAKING: Rola Takizawa's SURPRISE X Debut, MOODYZ Hyped Bus Tour Is FINALLY Happening!

From Rola Takizawa sparking dating rumors to Moodyz finally announcing their much anticipated bus tour. We've the exclusive deets. Take a deep dive!

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What is the Allure to Cheating in JAV?

Let's talk about why cheating is a popular genre in JAV!

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Oppaira's JAV Debut Preview - April 2026

Oppaira reviews debuts from April 2026. Come find out if any are keepers!

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Panking's 2025 JAV Retrospective: Top 5 Disappointing Videos of 2025 Part 2

Time to find out the top five JAV biggest blunders from 2025. From busty collabs to a big booty teacher and even a film starring my favorite actress. Nobody is safe.

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Four Flavors of Flat Petite JAV Stars Part 1

The flavorful flat petites of JAV has always been Vez’ favorite pornographic delicacy. Part 1 is all about the more popular taste types: sweet and sour.

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Pan Takes - April 2026 Vol 3 - Alice Otsu and Nao Jinguji

What do you get when you combine Nao Jinguji and Nao Masaki? You get a certified video of the year contender. Learn why by reading on.

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Oppaira's JAV Watchlist Review - April 2026 - Part 2

By Oppaira @ May 22nd, 2026

Oppaira shares a bonus 5 reviews from April 2026. Come see what didn't make the cut and if they were any good!

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Is Amateur Porn a Threat to JAV? – The Shift from Professional to Amateur

By Fried Chikan @ May 21st, 2026

Amateur JAV or Doujin AV is on the rise. What does this mean for the future of JAV?

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What is the Allure to Cheating in JAV? Part 2

By Syndrome @ May 20th, 2026

Continuing from the first part, let's talk about the allure of cheating!

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BREAKING: Airi Kijima Made This SHOCKING Announcement & Honoka Tsuji Suffers MAJOR Injury!

By trapstar @ May 20th, 2026

From Honka Tsuji suffering a major injury during practice to Airi Kijima parting ways with DUO. We've the exclusive scoop. Take a deep dive!

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BREAKING: Nanami Matsumoto & Samoari COLLAB For A First-Of-Its-Kind JAV!

By trapstar @ May 16th, 2026

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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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Oppaira's May 2025 JAV Watchlist

By Oppaira @ May 17th, 2025

Oppaira shares the upcoming videos in May 2025 that he's excited to watch

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Panking's Top 10 Maria Nagai Videos

By Panking @ June 23rd, 2025

With Maria Nagai's JAV career seemingly over, now is a perfect time for a top ten countdown. From fan favorites to unforgettable performances, this list highlights her absolute best work.

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2022 Debut Review - Non Shirohana

By Oppaira @ October 27th, 2023

A first impression of 2022 debut actress Non Shirohana

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Pornstars who are like JAV Idols

By Fried Chikan @ April 30th, 2021

Lets try to see which JAV Idols and which western Pornstars are most alike in Fried Chikan's Pornstars who are like JAV Idols

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Pan Takes - March 2026 Vol 2 - Himari and Yui Hatano

By Panking @ March 31st, 2026

Need a lesson from a big titty teacher? Himari has you covered and then some. Come see what else is in store in this edition of Pan Takes.

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Fried Chikan's Actress Spotlight: Yura Kano - Intro

By Fried Chikan @ May 18th, 2022

Actress Spotlight into the short haired, pale cutie Yura Kano.

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The New Generation of JAV Babes With Hardcore Potential - Part 2

By jmsorry @ August 2nd, 2023

Our hopes are up for these babes to take the road less travelled.

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Fried Chikan's Actress Spotlight: Aki Sasaki: Career

By Fried Chikan @ August 6th, 2021

Fried Chikan's Actress Spotlight: Aki Sasaki: Career

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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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My Meeting with Miki Sunohara

By Anton Algren @ April 9th, 2024

Anton finally got to meet one of the actresses who got him into JAV, and she was quite lovely. The event itself? Ennnnnnhhhhh.....

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I Went to See the Fighting Girls of JAV Event!

By Anton Algren @ August 31st, 2023

Alright! So, you may have been wondering why there was no July event Anton attended. But that’s because for the month of August, we’re hitting you with a three-parter. Three events and three articles. Enjoy.

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