SEOUL, South Korea (AP) – Cho Won-hyuk stands in front of his bedroom mirror and spreads dollops of yellow-brown makeup over his forehead, nose, chin and cheeks until his skin is flawless. Then he ...

A grooming trend that emphasizes a natural-looking appearance like Korean male idols is spreading among young men in Japan, and K-beauty is playing a central role, a local newspaper reported.

Shiyu Miyazaki, left, who wears makeup while working, is seen in Tokyo's Minato Ward, Jan. 20, 2026, in this partially modified photo. (Mainichi/Yuko Shimada) TOKYO -- There's been an increase in men ...

TOKYO -- In Japan, more men are now using cosmetics and makeup every day. Many want to have healthy, good-looking skin. This change started during the･･･ ...