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Reviews, news, and gossip from the world of Japanese porn

JAV Series Worth Reviving Vol. 3
JAV Series Worth Reviving Vol. 3

Join Vez in Volume 3 of his article series about dead series worth revisiting. In this volume: 1v1 slut competitions, school clubs, lucky perverts, and 20 man creampie orgies.

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JAV Battle: What is Better - Tit Fuck or Vaginal?
JAV Battle: What is Better - Tit Fuck or Vaginal?

I will share my opinions on whether a tit fuck or vaginal sex in JAV is better!

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My Favorite JAV Bisexual: Himari Kinoshita
My Favorite JAV Bisexual: Himari Kinoshita

Himari is a strong performer in the both JAV Straight and Lesbian movies. Find out why she is one of Vez' favorites in this article!

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My JAV History: Early Memories and On
My JAV History: Early Memories and On

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...

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Top 10 Miyuu Inamori JAV
Top 10 Miyuu Inamori JAV

Let's check out 10 of Miyuu Inamori's sexy works, then rank them!

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BREAKING: Hono Wakana RETIRES, Alice Nanase's Agency Outburst, MOODYZ Clones Waka Misono
BREAKING: Hono Wakana RETIRES, Alice Nanase's Agency Outburst, MOODYZ Clones Waka Misono

Find out the exact date Hono Wakana has chosen for her JAV exit, Alice Nanase left fuming after clashing with her own agency and more on MOODYZ' latest transfer!

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How Settings Shape the Scene in JAV
How Settings Shape the Scene in JAV

Let's talk about all the fun locations in JAV and how they impact a scene!

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Top 10 Disappointing JAV Videos Vol 7
Top 10 Disappointing JAV Videos Vol 7

Disappointment comes in many shapes and forms. Join me as I tackle some of my most disappointing JAV releases from the past year.

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Oppaira's Bunny Girl JAV Recommendations
Oppaira's Bunny Girl JAV Recommendations

It's Easter and what better way that to celebrate with bunny girls? Come join Oppaira as he gives some bunny girl recommendations to get you in the mood for the holiday!

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Red Hot Report: Kanna Seto, Alice Nanase, and Hikaru Minazuki

By Fried Chikan @ June 3rd, 2025

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Our trio of Red Hot hotties includes the superstar rookie Kanna, the sexy as sin Alice, and the spunky Hikaru with her sneaky big ass.
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Pan Takes - May 2025 Vol 1 - Hikaru Nagi, Mina Kitano and Yu Tano

By Panking @ June 2nd, 2025

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Need a lift from a big titty taxi driver? Or maybe some punishment from a slutty prison guard? I got all that and more on this edition of Pan Takes.
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BREAKING: Ai Uehara Is Coming To Bangkok This June!

By trapstar @ June 1st, 2025

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In another news, we crack down what Auka Momose' cryptic countdown was all about. Take a deep dive!
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BREAKING: Ai Uehara Is Coming To Bangkok This June!

By trapstar @ June 1st, 2025

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In another news, we crack down what Auka Momose' cryptic countdown was all about. Take a deep dive!
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BREAKING: Mary Tachibana To RETIRE In 2026, Kurea Hasumi Eyes A Comeback & IdeaPocket DROPS Beauty Venus!

By trapstar @ May 25th, 2025

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Yes you read that right! Kurea spilled the beans on her latest tweet, IdeaPocket's All-Exclusive cast for it's biggest JAV of the year, more on that in this latest column. Take a deep dive!
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BREAKING: Kurea Hasumi Returns to JAV!

By Oppaira @ May 21st, 2025

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Kurea Hasumi announced today that she's returning to JAV! Come find out all about this legendary actress and what we might expect!
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Top Lists

Top Lists
Panking's 2022 Retrospective: Top 20 Best Films of 2022

By Panking @ January 23rd, 2023

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The countdown to the best of the best from 2022 has begun. Join me as I take a look at the first half of my favorite films of the year. Which ones will make the cut? Read on to find out!
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Oppaira's JAV MILF Tier List

By Oppaira @ March 18th, 2023

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Oppaira puts together a tier list of 50 of active MILF actresses
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JAV Anime Parodies

By Fried Chikan @ February 21st, 2024

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Worlds collide as porn takes on anime. Check out these titles that put on some cosplay and act out your favorite series and shows while having hot sex. These are JAV Anime Parodies to Watch.
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Opinions

Opinions
2021 Debut Review - Rino Yuki

By Oppaira @ December 5th, 2021

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A first impression of 2021 debut actress Rino Yuki
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A Primer of JAV VR - The Ultimate Guide to Experience Virtual Reality Japanese AV

By Oppaira @ July 4th, 2020

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Are you interested in getting into JAV VR? Not sure what it's like, where to start, or if it's worth it? Come find out all it has to offer!
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Pan Takes - September 2022

By Panking @ October 10th, 2022

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The fall season has just arrived and brought us a cornucopia of exciting new releases. Join me as I weed out the good from the bad and see what films are worth your time.
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Spotlights

Spotlights
Ramen Boss's Ryoko Nagase Spotlight

By RamenBoss @ February 9th, 2022

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Ramen Boss's Ryoko Nagase Spotlight - Here are 5 must see titles from this more mature JAV goddess. She is a perfect fit for these story-based roles.
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Ramen Boss's Spotlight on Actresses with Short Careers Part 6: Yua Sakuya

By RamenBoss @ May 6th, 2022

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Ramen Boss's Spotlight on Actresses with Short Careers Part 6: Yua Sakuya - another installment of brief JAV careers! Here we have Yua with an absolutely adorable face and perfect curvy body.
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Ai Uehara: The Deep Cuts (and some classics)

By jmsorry @ December 3rd, 2023

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jmsorry looks at underrated gems - and some classics - in Ai Uehara's long list of works.
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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!
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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!
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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
Anton at Alibaba meeting Hazuki Wakamiya

By Anton Algren @ April 28th, 2024

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Anton finally got to meet a JAV actress at the Akihabara Alibaba store. And it was Hazuki Wakamiya! She was really awesome.
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Meeting Minami Kojima (and getting an art book out of it)

By Anton Algren @ May 7th, 2024

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Anton leapt at the chance to meet a favorite actress of his. And not only did he get to do that, he got a neat book in the bargain as well (with very long chapter titles).
Field Reports
Ren Gojo Fan Event in Akihabara

By OPPAI Lover69 @ May 3rd, 2025

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Don't you want to meet the JAV actress you enjoy watching? I know I do and I got the chance to meet Ren Gojo at a Fan Event in Akihabara. She is such a cute and sexy JAV actress to meet!
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VR Digest Vol 7 - Alice Otsu, Hana Himesaki, and Momoka Kagura

By Panking @ May 26th, 2025

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Need a big titty massage or your own personal sex bot? Or perhaps you want to experience a late fling with your slutty boss? Enjoy all that and more with edition of VR Digest!
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JAV Sales Report - April 2025

By Oppaira @ May 30th, 2025

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A report of which actresses and videos were popular in April 2025
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Oppaira's JAV Debut Preview - May 2025

By Oppaira @ May 29th, 2025

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Come join Oppaira as we check up on new debuts in May 2025 and how some debuts earlier in the year are faring