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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. Voices and some parts of the content is generated by AI.
First up, we bring you the top news. Mao Ioki's Photo Book Previews Stunning Shots
Mao Ioki, a member of the popular group Nogizaka46, has captured fans' attention with the
release of the sixth preview for her upcoming solo photo book, How to Make the Future.
Scheduled to hit the shelves on January 21, 2025, the photo book showcases Ioki's
adventure in Portugal, where she engages with locals and enjoys the delicious cuisine.
The latest set of images features Ioki in two charming poses. One captures her riding a bus,
while the other shows her sitting by a mailbox dressed in a European schoolgirl-inspired outfit,
complete with a white shirt, navy vest, and a white skirt. These snapshots evoke a sense of
nostalgia, reminiscent of after-school dates. During the photo shoot, Ioki leisurely explored
Lisbon, Portugal's capital, immersing herself in local culture. She visited vibrant open-air
markets to shop and indulged in the experience of visiting stationary stores to pick up school
supplies, truly embracing the student vibe of the area. The combination of her playful spirit
and stunning visuals has raised excitement among fans for the official release of her debut photo
book. Mao Ioki of Nobizaka 46 launches first photo book. Mao Ioki, a member of the popular
idol group Nobizaka 46, recently revealed the sixth set of preview cuts from her first photo
book titled How to Create the Future. The book is set to be released on January 21,
and fans are eagerly anticipating it. The latest images feature Ioki dressed in a white shirt,
navy vest, and white skirt, embodying a European schoolgirl look during what appears to be an
after-school date scene. The photos were taken in Lisbon, Portugal, where Mao enjoyed a leisurely
stroll, rode the bus, shopped at an open-air market, and visited a stationary store for school
supplies, fully embracing the local student vibe. Among the two new images shared, one shows her on
the bus, while the other features her sitting cutely in front of a mailbox. Notably, Ioki, known for her
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impressive figure and warm smile, chose Portugal for this experience as she celebrated her last
teenage moments. Despite it being her first trip to Europe, the beautiful weather, friendly locals,
and delicious food contributed to her joy. The photo book also includes her first-ever swimsuit
and lingerie shot, marking a significant transition as she evolves from a youthful girl into a stunning
young woman. This collection beautifully captures the essence of her growth in the end of her teenage
years. Nogizaka 46's Boulevard Bridge Tops Chart for Two Weeks
In a recent announcement, Nogizaka 46's song Boulevard Bridge secured the top spot for two
consecutive weeks on the attention-ranking chart, as revealed by a popular lyric search service.
This chart exclusively features songs that haven't been released yet, ranking them based on a
combination of lyric view counts and likes. Unlike typical access rankings, this list
highlights songs that are generating buzz ahead of their release. The title track from their
upcoming single, set for release on December 11, 2024, showcases the fourth-generation member
Sakura Endo as the center. The music video was directed by Takahiro Miki, known for his work
on films like Solanine and Love Me, Love Me Not. Interestingly, this marks Miki's first collaboration
with Nogizaka 46. The music video beautifully captures winter scenes, featuring dancers in
the snow and performers exhaling visible breaths, setting a distinctly seasonal tone.
Ranked second is Ren Nagase's song Shimmy, which is part of the upcoming album from King & Prince
titled ERA. The song arrived alongside other tracks like Wow and Boy Meets Girl, which also
made it into the top tier this week. The collaborative piece Shimmy, written by Nagase with lyrics and
chorus contributions from Daigo Nishihata and guitar work by Yoshiki Masakamoto, reflects on
the significant memories of their first meeting on April 3. Taking third place, a song by Water
Tank titled Monochrome is set to release on December 4, 2024, and serves as the ending theme
for the anime Bleach, Thousand Year Blood War arc. The music video illustrates a gripping narrative
of characters dealing with choices, uncertainties, regrets, and the concept of fate. Additionally,
NCT Wish's tracks Wishful Winter and Far Away are also making waves, landing at 5th and 10th
positions respectively. Both songs are slated for inclusion in their upcoming Japan first album
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titled Wishful, scheduled for December 25, 2024. Here we have the top news regarding Nogizaka 46
for today.We'll cover other news towards the end of the program. Next, here is today's December
2 schedule regarding Nogizaka 46. Next is web information. Miku Akinos will appear in 6.30 pm
showroom Nojiobe. Next is radio information. Nagi Inoue will appear on Tokyo FM School of Lock
Artist Locks. Nogizaka Locks. From 10 pm to 11.55 pm. Next is TV information. There will be an
appearance on Nipp Zero N TV Super Nogizaka A Star is Born. 5th Gen Members. From 1.29 am next day
to 1.59 am next day. That wraps up our report on the group and individual endeavors of Nogizaka 46.
Stay tuned for more updates in the future. Next up, we will bring you the blog information that
the members posted yesterday. One member's posted blogs yesterday. Iloho Okuda wrote.
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.
Asuka Saito joins M1 Grand Prix hosting team. The lineup for the highly anticipated 2024 M1
Grand Prix has been announced. On the 1st of the month, it was revealed that comedian Koji Imada and
actress Aya Oedo would serve as the main hosts for the championship round of Japan's premier
stand-up comedy competition. This marks their 14th consecutive time partnering in this role.
In an exciting twist, the host team for the losers revival contest will include comedian Tomonori
Jinai, along with former Nogizaka 46 member Asuka Saito, who is making her debut as a show host.
The competition has seen 30 teams make it past the quarterfinals, with a total of 10,330 groups
having originally entered this year. On the upcoming 2nd, the selection will take place for
one lucky team to return to the competition from the 102 that fell short in the quarterfinals.
The semifinals will be held at Tokyo's New Pier Hall on the 5th, where nine teams that advance to
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the final will be announced. The final and the revival contest are both scheduled for the 22nd.
This year's event is shaping up to be a thrilling showcase of talent,
with many fans eager to see who will emerge victorious in this prestigious comedy showdown.
Asuka Saito to host M1 Grand Prix 2024 Survivor Show
On December 1, it was announced that Asuka Saito, a former member of the popular group Nogizaka 46,
will serve as the host for the losers revival battle at the M1 Grand Prix 2024.
This comedy competition, which determines Japan's top stand-up comedians,
is set to take place on December 22. Asuka will be teaming up with comedian Tomonori Jinnai
for this event, marking their first collaboration as emcees.
The M1 Grand Prix this year has seen an unprecedented number of 13,330 entries,
all vying for the prestigious title of Japan's best comedian and a grand prize of 10 million yen.
With the quarterfinals already completed, 30 teams have advanced to the semifinals.
The semifinals will take place on December 5, while the grand final will be held later in
December. This marks the 20th anniversary of M1, and excitement is building as the competition
continues. The finals will be hosted by the well-known duo of Koji Imada and Aya Ueo,
who are set to collaborate for the 14th time. Saito, who succeeded fellow Nogizaka 46 alum
Nanase Nishino, will bring her unique flair to the revival battle,
aimed at inspiring the 21 teams competing for a shot at the final.
The losers revival battle is scheduled to be broadcast live from Tokyo's Shinjuku Sumitomo
Building Triangle Plaza on ABC TV and TV Asahi from 3 p.m. to 6.30 p.m.,
followed by the finals broadcast live until 10.10 a.m. p.m., confirming this event as a monumental
seven-hour entertainment relay. Fans are eagerly anticipating how this dynamic will influence the
atmosphere and the performances of the comedians looking to seize their moment in the spotlight.
Minami Yumuzawa Reflects on Unique Experiences in Acting
In a recent online roundtable, actor Wataru Hinata and Minami Yumuzawa of Nogizaka 46
discussed their experiences on the ongoing Kansai TV drama Waiting in a Death Game.
This series, which airs Thursdays at 025 p.m. a.m., features a fascinating premise where a
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writer-turned-death-game creator seeks revenge through his deadly creations.
The roundtable included the original author, Makoto Ueda, along with the two actors.
Hinata portrays Takuma Tomura, a television writer who transitions into a death game
creator after being ostracized from the industry. Yumuzawa plays Kazuaki Izawa,
a young producer at a fictional game creation company called Dreamia. Reflections on the
script highlighted their enthusiasm. With Hinata sharing, I found it incredibly interesting.
Unlike many stories in this genre where the protagonist is merely swept up in the chaos,
this work features a narrative centered on revenge using death games. I couldn't put the script down.
Yumuzawa echoed his sentiments, noting,
I read it in one sitting because it was so captivating. Although it's fictional,
it felt oddly real, especially with the depiction of the TV industry,
which made it easy to immerse myself in.
When discussing the challenges of their roles, Yumuzawa admitted,
I haven't had experiences where I deeply resent someone, so portraying that was difficult for me.
I found it quite challenging. In light of their roles in this extraordinary narrative,
Hinata shared a personal anecdote, describing winning an audition that led him into the
entertainment industry as a surreal experience. As a boy from a rural area suddenly thrust into
this world, my life changed in an instant, which feels almost like fiction, he reminisced.
Yumuzawa added, I rarely see myself from an outside perspective. It's strange to think about
how I live as myself while also reflecting on it through television and drama. This creates
its own set of challenges and unique worries that aren't commonly experienced.
Fans can catch the seventh episode of Waiting in a Death Game airing on December 5th at 025 PM AM.
Here we have the top news regarding Nogizaka 46 for today.
Next, here is tomorrow's December 3rd schedule regarding Nogizaka 46.
Next is radio information. Mio Yakubo will appear on FM Fuji Time-Chan. From 9 PM to 11 PM.
Next is radio information. Nagi Inoue will appear on Tokyo FM School of Lock. Artist Lock.
Nogizaka Lock. From 10 PM to 11.55 PM.
Next is radio information. Yuna Shibata will appear on BAEF Nogizaka 46 Yuna Shibata No
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Dreaming Time. From 11 PM to 11.27 PM. Next is TV information.
Karitha Ikeda will appear on Tokyo MX Eiji Kodo Jounan Tebaida. From 12 AM next day to 12.30 AM
next day. That wraps up our report on the group and individual endeavors of Nogizaka 46. Stay
tuned for more updates in the future. Next up is the Nogipedia corner. In this segment,
we will introduce one theme related to Nogizaka every day. The content includes many inaccuracies
since it is generated by AI. Please enjoy it as an entertainment.
Haruka Kaki, born on August 8, 2001, in Osaka Prefecture, Japan, and hailing from Tachigi
Prefecture, is a talented idol who shines brightly as a member of the popular girl group
Nogizaka 46. Standing at a height of 166 cm and with Taipei blood, Haruka Kaki has charmed fans
with her unique aura and dedication since her debut in the entertainment industry.
Her journey began in 2018, when she felt a strong desire for a change in her everyday life.
This led her to audition for the Sakumichi Joint Audition on August 19 of the same year,
a decision that marked the start of an exciting chapter as she successfully joined Nogizaka 46
in November and got unveiled as a fourth-generation member in December during a showcase at Nippon
Budokan. Haruka Kaki's career took a significant leap forward in 2019 when she got selected for
the first time to be in the forefront row of the 24th single Yoakumetsu Yogurnakutami. Then,
in 2020, she captivated the audience by taking the center position in the fourth-generation song
I See. from Nogizaka 46's 25th single Shiawase no Hagasyoku. Following that, in April 2021,
she became a Thursday regular on the Artist Lock's segment within the radio program School of Lock.
This same year, she honored the group by being the center for the title track of their 28th single
Kimi ni Shikarereta, making her the 13th member to achieve this role within Nogizaka 46.
2022 saw the release of Haruka Kaki's first solo photobook Masara on June 7,
marking a memorable milestone as the first photobook from a fourth-generation member.
When it was released, it achieved a remarkable initial print run of 160,000 copies, setting a
new record for the publisher. Later that year, she returned as the center for the single Suki
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de Iwa Rock Days, proving her consistent growth and popularity among fans. Aside from her idol
activities, Haruka Kaki has also showcased her acting skills in television dramas like
Yanma do Sara's Mystery Tales and first as Rock Paper Scissors, participated in variety shows,
and even performed the first pitch at a baseball game between the Tokyo Yakult Swallows and the
Hiroshima Toyo Carp in 2023. Furthermore, her talents extend to drawing, a hobby she passionately
pursues, occasionally sharing her illustrations on her blog and various media platforms.
She once revealed that if she hadn't made it as an idol, she would have pursued a career in art.
Widely admired by fans for her diverse talents, kindness, and dedication,
Haruka Kaki continues to inspire with her performances in Nogizaka 46. Whether it's
through her singing, acting, or art, there's no limit to what this exceptional idol can achieve.
And now, an announcement. On December 11, the 37th single Pedestrian Bridge will be released.
Sakura Endo takes the center position in this song, which features a beautiful melody typical
of Nogizaka's style. Be sure to get your copy. That's all for today's information on Nogizaka 46.
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