AKB48’s Maeda Atsuko to release new photobook, “Bukiyou”

AKB48 member Maeda Atsuko will be releasing a new photo book called “Bukiyou” on March 16th.

“Bukiyou” is Maeda’s fifth photo book, and it was shot in Paris. It features photos of Maeda riding the Metro, talking a walk beside the Seine, relaxing at a cafe, and enjoying a night at the Champs-Élysées.

Since this is her first photo book since turning …


Idoling!!!’s Morita Suzuka releases her latest photo book

On February 18th, Idoling!!! member Morita Suzuka (number 11) held a handshake event for her latest photo book, “Kumori Nochi Hare“, at Shosen Bookstore in Akihabara.

The photo shoot took place in Tokyo last October. ”Kumori Nochi Hare” features sexy photos of the 19-year-old wearing a bikini and posing in a bathtub.

Morita enthusiastically commented, “There are shots where I …


SKE48’s Matsui Rena to release her first solo photo book

SKE48 member Matsui Rena has announced that she’ll be releasing her first solo photo book, “Kingyo” (“Goldfish”), in March!

The photos in this book were taken over a three month period. Matsui will flaunt an adult charm that she’s never shown before with swimsuit and bathing photos. The photo book will also include casual shots, such as Matsui eating a plate …


Nagasawa Masami’s triple transformation for ‘BEAUTY STYLE × MAYBELLINE NEW YORK’

Actress Nagasawa Masami recently went through three radical transformations for a special collaboration between WWD Japan’s ‘Beauty Style‘ and ‘Maybelline New York‘.

It was Maybelline’s famed make-up director MIZU and well-known photographer Leslie Kee who put the actress in a completely different light.

In “LOVE SHINE” Nagasawa displays a rather unfamiliar sexy and dirty image with a gorgeous wet look. For “FAIRY …


Natsume Miku wears BVLGARI wedding dress for BVLGARI event

On February 13th, Nippon TV announcer turned talent Natsume Miku (27) appeared at the opening of Tokyo BVLGARI Ginza Tower’s BVLGARI bridal fair event in a wedding dress.

Miku accessorized her dress with ¥116,000,000 ($1.5 million USD) worth of jewelry, which was comprised of a BVLGARI tiara, ring, and bracelet.  As it was her first appearance in a dress for an …


KAT-TUN reveals jacket covers for “CHAIN”

Earlier this month, Johnny’s group KAT-TUN revealed the full track list for their upcoming album, “CHAIN”.

Scheduled to drop on February 22nd, ‘CHAIN’ contains 17 tracks; its limited edition also includes a DVD with the music video for “LOCK ON”.

Now you can check out the covers to KAT-TUN’s “CHAIN” after the jump!


Sawajiri Erika to debut as fashion producer

Actress Sawajiri Erika will be making her debut as a fashion director.

As a collaboration project with her mobile drama, “L et M Watashi ga Anata wo Aisuru Riyuu, Sono Hoka no Monogatari“, Sawajiri will produce outfits for popular brands “Samantha Thavasa” and “Mercury Duo“. These collaboration products are already available for purchase through online shop sites, “Stylife” and “Runway Channel“. …


Korea’s 2NE1 graces the March 2012 issue of ‘NYLON JAPAN’

The faces of Korea’s fiercest foursome, otherwise known as 2NE1, have made it into the March edition of ‘NYLON JAPAN‘!

In addition to gracing the magazine cover, the girls were also showcased in a short feature titled ‘Color of 2NE1′, which featured individual profiles of each member.

To usher in the spring season, the ladies look bright with cheerful pastel colors, rocking …


Model Takeshita Rena holds a handshake event to celebrate her first photobook

On January 28th, popular model Takeshita Rena (30) held a handshake event to commemorate her first photo album, “my book Rena Takeshita”.

Takeshita is currently gaining popularity from women in their ’20s due to her “Rena Casual” style, which she often displays in the popular fashion magazine, “MORE”. Her blog is also quite popular as well.

This new photobook gives …


AKB48’s Shinoda Mariko reveals her wedding dress designs for ‘Love Mary’

On January 25th, AKB48’s Shinoda Mariko attended a press conference for her wedding dress brand, “Love Mary“.

Although it’s her first time designing wedding dresses, Shinoda has already come up with 10 different pieces in a period of six months. “It’s been a dream of mine for awhile, so I’m happy,” she expressed.

As for her own future wedding, …


SPEED’s Uehara Takako poses semi-nude for “GQ JAPAN”

SPEED’s Uehara Takako is featured semi-nude in the March issue of popular men’s magazine, “GQ JAPAN“.

Uehara was featured in the monthly special feature, titled “The Determination of a 29-year-old“. For this 8-page spread, Uehara challenged herself to semi-nude shots. She stated, “I want to destroy the public’s image of me.”

The photo shoot was held in the middle of winter. Despite …


KAT-TUN reveals their ideal outfits for a spring date on “Ray”

On the March issue of fashion magazine “Ray” (released on January 23rd), Johnny’s Entertainment group KAT-TUN was featured in this particular issue.

This month’s special feature titled, “Illustrated Book for Outfits for a Wishful HAPPY Date”, featured the five members of the group and their ideal date outfits for a spring date that they look in for women.

Kamenashi Kazuya stated, “I …


9nine’s Murata Hirona to release first photo book

It’s been revealed that 9nine member Murata Hirona will be releasing her first photo book, “Tsubomi 3 Murata Hirona“, in late-February.

“It’s my first photo book, so I was very nervous, but I had a lot of fun. You might be able to see a new side of Murata Hirona,” said Murata.

“Tsubomi” is a new series of photo books …


KARA to release photo book in Paris + announce first Japanese tour

Korean girl group KARA has announced that they will be releasing their first photo book, “Je t’aime, KARA“, on February 14th. Additionally, they have revealed that they will be holding their first Japanese tour, “KARASIA“, starting this spring.

Shot in Paris, France, “Je t’aime, Kara” features photos of the girls with a relaxed look as they leave behind their busy lives …


Idoling!!!’s Kikuchi Ami to release her first photo book

It’s been revealed that Idoling!!! #16 Kikuchi Ami will be releasing her first photo book, “ami-ing“, on February 9th.

Kikuchi has already released five DVDs, but this will be her very first photo book. Shot in Guam, “ami-ing” is said to be filled with eye candy, featuring photos of Kikuchi in swimsuits and wedding dresses.

To commemorate the release of …


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