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Hello, this is The Nogizaka Times. This is the world's first Nogizaka46 dedicated news program,
delivering the top selected news, media appearances, important announcements and
blog updates on daily basis. This is not a Nogizaka46 official program.
First up, we bring you the top news.
Nogizaka46's Mizuki Yamashita to Release Second Photobook Heroine
Nogizaka46's Mizuki Yamashita is set to release her second photobook heroine by Shogakukan on April
23. Ahead of the release, a sneak peek of her in a casual bun hairstyle brushing her teeth in
lingerie was unveiled. The white lingerie cut showcases her radiant skin in a private moment
captured during her stay at a hotel in Los Angeles. Despite maturing over four years,
her pure charm remains intact, as seen in her fresh morning appearance.
This photobook features Yamashita's farewell from the group after the 35th single,
aiming to encapsulate her idol culmination. Shot in the entertainment mecca of Los Angeles,
it portrays her evolution while maintaining her adorable and mature qualities.
Born on July 26, 1999, in Tokyo, Mizuki Yamashita is part of Nogizaka46's third generation,
standing at 159 cm tall. She debuted in 2016 after passing the third-generation audition and
became a regular model for the fashion magazine KIN-CAM. Known for her acting roles in TV dramas
like NHK's My Agur! and TBS's Gakeppuchi Koko-nin, she continues to flourish as an actress as well as
the ace of Nogizaka46. Nogizaka46 12th Year Birthday Live Recap Show Announced
A special program will be streaming to recap the four-day Nogizaka46 12th Year Birthday Live event,
held from March 7-10. Titled Nogizaka46 12th Year Birthday Live 123 Songs 10 Hours 1 Day Live!
The show will run non-stop for one day on the 31st. The event featured performances of 123 songs
from the group's discography over the four days. The streaming program is scheduled to start at
10 a.m. on the 31st and end at 11-10 a.m. p.m., including about 30 minutes of special talk
segments recorded after the live performances. Guest appearances will include former members
Minato Akimoto, Mishiro Ishii, Kazumi Takayama, and Hina Higuchi. They will reminisce on past
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events and share memories from their time with Nogizaka46. Viewers can purchase tickets for
the streaming from the 23rd at noon until the 31st at 3 p.m. Former Nogizaka46 member
Minato Akimoto reunites with beloved trio for special talk show. Former Nogizaka46 member
Minato Akimoto, aged 30, updated her Instagram on the 21st, sharing about working with her
beloved trio of Nogizaka46 members. She reported her guest appearance on the special talk show
Nogizaka46 12th Year Birthday Live 123 Songs 10 Hours 1 Day Live. That was streamed on the 31st.
Akimoto expressed her excitement about reuniting with current members,
mentioning how she had been looking forward to the recording day for days.
She posted a group photo with Renka Uemoto, Yuki Yoda, and Sakura Endo, emphasizing her joy at
meeting them again. Wrapping up her post, Akimoto promoted the program and urged followers to check
it out on March 31. The Nogizaka46 12th Year Birthday Live 123 Songs 10 Hours 1 Day Live
was streamed on the 31st at 10 a.m. Akimoto, Uemoto, Yoda, and Endo will participate in the
special talk show segment during the day for performance. Here we have the top news regarding
Nogizaka46 for today.We'll cover other news towards the end of the program. Next, here is
today's March 22 schedule regarding Nogizaka46. Next is radio information.
8 p.m. 10 colon 00 p.m. J-Wave Innovation World, Kyocera Technology College, Teresa Ikeda.
Next is radio information. 8 30 p.m. 8 colon 55 p.m. Tokyo FM
Belt Presence, Nogizaka46 no Nogizaka ni Sudanda. Reisai Miya, Miyu Matsuo.
Next is radio information. 9 p.m. 11 colon 00 p.m. FM Fuji Chimoku no Kinyubi no Yumeki.
Next is TV information. 9 p.m. Dash TV Asahi Music Station.
Next is books information.
Maki Iyuki Yoda. That wraps up our report on the group and individual endeavors of Nogizaka46.
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Stay tuned for more updates in the future. Next up, we have some announcements from Nogizaka46.
34th Single Monopoly Nationwide Event Participation Ticket Limited Release
Commemorative Mini Live Streaming Announcement Regarding Renko Uemoto's Absence
Today's event for the 34th Single Monopoly by Nogizaka46 will have a live stream of a mini
concert, but unfortunately, Iwanaga Renko will be absent due to health reasons. This was unexpected
news, and the fans who were looking forward to it are surely disappointed. Let's all show our
understanding and support for Renko, and hope for her quick recovery.
That concludes the announcements from Nogizaka46.
Please be aware that this segment utilizes AI in part. While titles are as announced,
content may contain inaccuracies. Next up, we will bring you the blog information that
the members posted yesterday. Yesterday, Unashibata, Rika Sato,
Teresa Ikeda posted blog today. Unashibata wrote
Rika Sato wrote Tanoshin de Hajime Te Miroyo. Teresa Ikeda wrote Kabocha to Kuranbari no Koroke.
Thus concludes our update on the blogs posted yesterday. Be sure to check them out on the
official website. Moving on to our next segment, we'll bring you other news stories.
Nogizaka46's Rina Ikoma and Nakamura Yurika to double star in new drama
Former member of Nogizaka46 and now actress Rina Ikoma, along with actor Nakamura Yurika,
are set to double lead in the upcoming Kansai TV drama Social Executioner.
She Eliminates Enemies premiering on April 18. This marks the first time Nakamura and Ikoma will
be acting together. The teaser video for the drama has also been released. The drama is a
collaboration between Kansai TV and DMM TV, featuring a revenge-themed storyline based on
the manga Storyteller Women, Black by Tanaka Tomo and Tsukasaki Yu. Ikoma plays the role of a timid
dispatch worker named Asami Honoka, while Nakamura portrays the mysterious beauty Nozomi, a junior
dispatch worker. The story revolves around office revenge in a corporate setting where suspicious
incidents occur amid rampant harassment. Ikoma shared her excitement about the project, mentioning
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the unique and intriguing storyline along with the swift pace of developments that piqued her interest
as she prepared for the role. Nogizaka46's Mizuki Yamashita's performance in drama I Love You
creates buzz on social media. The recent episode 9 of the TBS drama I Love You, starring actress
Fumi Nakaito, featured a scene between Mizuki Yamashita of idol group Nogizaka46, as Miho Mino
and Yuya Shimizu, playing Gaku Inoda. Their interaction sparked discussions on social media.
In the episode, Theo, played by Jengi Okuchi, knew about Yuriko's, Nakaito, telepathic abilities,
leading to a stay-over plan involving Theo. Meanwhile, Mino went to see Yama, but upon
discovering he wasn't there, Inoda, her colleague, questioned her about their relationship, resulting
in a humorous yet intriguing conversation. Viewers took to social media to comment on the dynamics
between Mino and Inoda, expressing amusement and admiration for their on-screen chemistry.
The script, penned by Kisa Miura and Subaru Yamashita, revolves around the romance between
Yuriko, a telepath, and Theo, a younger researcher studying endangered animals in Japan.
Sexy Zone to make final TV appearance as a four-member group on Music Station
Tonight, Sexy Zone will make their last TV appearance as a four-member group on the TV
Asahi Show Music Station. This appearance comes ahead of their upcoming name change on the 31st,
coinciding with member Kento Nakajima's graduation. They will perform their final single
Puzzle from the drama Living with Matsunaga-san, emphasizing themes of connection and acceptance
among individuals. Additionally, a special unit featuring Akuta Rira and Anno will perform,
showcasing a different side of the artists. Nogizaka 46 will also perform, including
Mizuki Yamashita's last single Chansuwa by Audu. Seikai no Owari will present the theme song
Time Machine from the movie Akizuken, Tabi no Tochu de Shitai to Dou. Recently debuted K-pop group,
Zero Bass One, will have their first performance on Music Station after their Japan debut on the 20th.
Erika Akuta to sing ending theme for BS TV show
Former Nogizaka 46 member and actress-slash-singer Erika Akuta will perform the ending theme song
No One Compares for BS Tele East's economic news show Nikkei News Plus 9 airing Monday to Thursday
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at 9 p.m. and Fridays at 9.54 a.m. p.m. The song, written and composed by Akuta,
is set to be released in April. Producer Yoshinori Aikimitsu expressed a desire to support
those in the business world taking steps towards the future through the song. In the midst of
unexpected events and shifting values, the program aims to support the active generations working
hard in business by providing indispensable economic skills, striving to be one of a kind.
Here we have the top news regarding Nogizaka 46 for today.
Next, here is tomorrow's March 23rd schedule regarding Nogizaka 46.
Kaede Sato's birthday. Congratulations! Wishing you another wonderful year ahead.
Next is live information.
12.40 p.m. 1.10 p.m. Anime Japan 2024 Riria Ito, Renka Uemoto, Haruka Kaki, Mayu Tomorow will be
held. For those attending in person or watching via streaming, please enjoy.
Next is TV information.
11.30 a.m. 12.00 p.m. Tokyo MX Gururui Tokyo Edo Sanpo Tamami Sakaguchi. Next is radio information.
11.30 a.m. 12.00 p.m. Tokyo Radio Broadcasting Nogizaka 46 Kaede Sato No Official Den Channel
Kaede Sato. Next is radio information.
5.00 p.m. 5.55 p.m. Tokyo FM Akira Kawashima The Original Story Now Yumeki. Next is TV information.
11.00 p.m. 12.00 p.m. TBS Chanaru Ichi Spicy Sessions with and Penthouse Aruno Nakanishi.
Next is books information.
Up to Boy Terisa Ikeda, Yuna Shibata, Satsuki Sugawara. Next is books information.
Kinkan Mizuki Yamashita. Next is web information. NikanSports.com Makeruna. Shogeruna. Norio
Kareruna. Runa Hayashi. That wraps up our report on the group and individual endeavors of Nogizaka
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46. Stay tuned for more updates in the future. Next up is the Nojipedia corner. In this segment,
we will introduce one theme related to Nogizaka every day. The content includes many inaccuracies
since it is generated by A.I. Please enjoy it as an entertainment. Sayaka Kakehashi,
born on November 20, 2002, in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, has become a prominent name in the
entertainment landscape as a member of the popular idol group Nogizaka 46. Standing at 154 cm tall
with a blood type of B, Sayaka Kakehashi has not only captured the hearts of fans through her idol
activities but has also made significant strides as an actress. Her journey into the spotlight
began in earnest on August 19, 2018, when she successfully passed the Sakumichi joint audition,
marking her entrance into Nogizaka 46. Sayaka Kakehashi quickly made her presence felt within
the group, becoming the center for the first time in the coupling song to the girl in the library
from Nogizaka 46's 24th single, which was released on September 4, 2019. Her talent has also shown
through in various singles and albums, including notable songs like 4th Light, I See, Out of the
Blue, and Actually, among others. Outside of music, Sayaka Kakehashi embraced her acting career by
starring in the drama Debt Collector Honey's broadcasted from March 26, 2021, on Hikari TV
Channel Plus. Additionally, she has been selected as the image character for Suenaga Group,
appearing in their TV commercials and embodying the spirit of challenging oneself.
Nicknamed Okaki and Neon by fans and fellow Nogizaka 46 members, Sayaka Kakehashi's
personality shines through in her hobbies and skills. A lover of reading and visits to art
museums, she also possesses a talent for playing guitar, a skill she developed in middle school
with the aspiration to play songs by HoneyWorks. This passion for music was further fueled by her
interest in Nogizaka 46, leading her to delve into composing music, particularly in the chiptune
genre. Before her entry into the world of idols, Sayaka Kakehashi enjoyed performing karate from
first to sixth grade, achieving a second-place finish in a dojo tournament in her second year.
Her dedication and diverse interests showcase a multifaceted artist keen on continuously growing
and challenging her boundaries. Moreover, Sayaka Kakehashi has contributed significantly to the
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Nogizaka 46's discography and participated in various group-centered video releases,
reinforcing her integral role within the group. Her journey, marked by a blend of musical
achievement and personal growth, continues to inspire many, making her a beloved figure among
Nogizaka 46 fans and beyond. Lastly, we have an announcement. The 35th single Chansuwa Byodo
will be on sale at April 10th. This is the final single for Mizuki Yamashita. Don't forget to get
yours. For more details, please check the official website. The world changes with just a step.
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