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 …


C-ute reveals jacket covers for “Dai Nana Sho ‘Utsukushikutte gomen ne’”

Idol group C-ute is gearing up to release their 7th studio album, and its jacket covers have finally been revealed.

Titled ‘Dai Nana Sho 「Utsukushikutte gomen ne」‘, the album contains 10 songs in total, including their singles “Momoiro Sparkling” and “Amazuppai Haru ni Sakura Saku”.

As reported earlier, there will be multiple versions available for purchase. Fans can …


Sawajiri Erika becomes Audrey Hepburn for ’sweet’ magazine

Actress Sawajiri Erika has channeled the classic beauty of Audrey Hepburn for the February issue of popular fashion magazine ‘sweet‘.

Sawajiri will soon make her comeback as an actress in the BeeTV mobile drama “L et M: Watashi ga Anata wo Aisuru Riyuu, Sono Hoka no Monogatari“, where  she plays the roles of two women who couldn’t be …


S/mileage reveals new profile photos for “Chotto Matte Kudasai!”

On January 2nd, S/mileage’s official homepage received a makeover with some new profile pictures of the six members.

In anticipation of their new single, “Chotto Matte Kudasai!“, Hello! Project updated the girls’ profiles with images of them in costume. The colorful mini-dresses hold a youthful vibe that made many J-Pop fans reminisce over Morning Musume’s …


Kutsuna Shiori & Gouriki Ayame’s first wedding dress experience

On December 23rd, nineteen-year-old actresses Kutsuna Shiori and Gouriki Ayame received the ‘2nd Japan Wedding Best Dresser Award‘. They attended the event wearing beautiful wedding dresses, which was a first for both.

The award is given based on, ‘celebrities that people would like to see in a wedding dress the most’.

Having yet to grow accustomed to such dresses, both of the …


Morning Musume reveals jacket covers for “Pyoko Pyoko Ultra”

The jacket covers have been revealed for Morning Musume’s upcoming single, “Pyoko Pyoko Ultra”!

Donning adorable fluffy chick costumes (as seen in their group and individual shots), the girls of Morning Musume pose in cute and fun ways for each of their four covers.

Check out the jacket covers after the cut!


Morning Musume reveals profile pictures for “Pyoko Pyoko Ultra”!

Idol group Morning Musume has just updated their official website with individual profile pictures of each member for their new single, “Pyoko Pyoko Ultra“!

To match their ultra-cute, bright A-side, the girls are decked out in fluffy yellow chick outfits, giving them a cheerful and youthful image.

Check out each of their profile shots below!

Source: Morning Musume’s Official Website


Chinese models Kiki & RUNA to start activities in Japan

L to R: kiki & RUNA

L to R: kiki & RUNA

Kiki (22) and RUNA (21) are Chinese fashion models for the Chinese version of “ViVi” magazine and they have announced that they will be moving their activities to Japan.

The two have signed on with Idea, the agency of many popular models such as Takagaki Reiko (32) and Tokuzawa Naoko (27). Kiki and RUNA will …


Takei Emi signs a contract with Gucci

Actress Takei Emi has signed a contract with Italian fashion brand Gucci, and attended the product launch event for their 2012 Spring-Summer Collection.

Takei is the very first Japanese celebrity to sign a contract with Gucci. Wearing a vivid orange dress, she expressed, “When I first heard about it, I was surprised. I’m very happy. This is a rare opportunity, so …


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