On August 23rd, 'ViVi' magazine released their October issue with J-Pop queen Hamasaki Ayumi gracing its cover.

Smiling brilliantly for the camera, Ayu posed as an elegant nude for the fashion magazine, which was snapped by photographer Leslie Kee. Kee has worked with Ayu in the past, taking� photos for the jacket covers of her mini-album �FIVE� (to be released on August 31st).

In the interview, she spoke her mind about her emotional state right after the Tohoku earthquake struck Japan. She also showed off the sets and bold outfits from her �POWER of MUSIC� concert, which began in May of this year.

Her motivation for this concert was explained with, �At that time, I just wanted to display the �power of music�.�

Also in the �Ayu no Deji Deji Nikki (Ayu�s Digital Diary)� segment, Ayu reveals various film shots from her music videos for her "FIVE" mini-album. The diary exposes a plethora of expressions, from serious to relaxed.

This October issue also features models with outfits based on the current �London Boom!�, as well as a segment on the Tohoshinki duo as well.

Source & Images: Model Press