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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. Haruka Kuromi Predicts MLB Division
Series Action⊿Haruka Kuromi, a member of the popular group Nogizaka46 and known for her passion
for baseball, recently resumed her MLB series titled 963 Fine Play, after a two-and-a-half
month break. In this exciting segment, she delves into the ongoing postseason action,
sharing her thoughts on the thrilling matchups ahead.
Fans greeted her return with enthusiasm as she reflected on her experience participating in
Nogizaka46's nationwide tour. Performing at iconic venues, including major league ballparks,
has given her unique insights into the energy and excitement of both baseball and live music.
She expressed her amazement at the sheer distance from the stage to the stands,
realizing just how impressive it is for players to hit home runs.
Kuromi noted how different the audience dynamics are between concerts and baseball games.
While performing, she could see the fans cheering clearly, making her appreciate the powerful
support they provide to the players. This realization brought her joy, understanding
that such fan energy plays a crucial role in the game.
As the postseason kicked off in October, Kuromi offered her predictions for the Division Series,
focusing on the Los Angeles Dodgers and their star players, including Shohei Otani and Yu Darvish.
She highlighted the San Diego Padres' victory in the Wild Card Series, expressing her belief
that they might pull off a surprise against the formidable Atlanta Braves,
despite concerns over injuries impacting team performance.
With her passion for baseball shining through,
Kuromi remains an excited observer of the postseason drama yet to unfold.
Sayuri Matsumura reminisces about Kimura Takuya's wink
Sayuri Matsumura, former member of the popular idol group Nogizaka46,
made an appearance on TBS's late-night show Arita Teppai to Kojirinai Maki on the 4th.
During her segment, she shared an exciting encounter with actor Kimura Takuya, who is 51 years old.
Matsumura recalled a memorable moment from her time with Nogizaka46 when they performed alongside
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SMAP at the F&S Music Festival. She animatedly described how, as she walked past Kimura,
he winked at her in the group.
Can you believe that? She exclaimed.
Her enthusiasm was palpable as she reminisced about the incident.
She recounted how the members of Nogizaka46 were in rehearsals while SMAP had already
finished theirs. As the SMAP members were leaving, Matsumura and her teammates exchanged
a friendly thank you with them. It was at that moment that Kimura winked at them,
leaving Matsumura gushing, he's so cool. The excitement in her voice highlighted how much
that brief interaction meant to her and her fellow group members. Matsumura's stories continue to
endear her to fans, reminding them of the charm and delightful encounters from her career in the
idol group. Music lovers and fans alike are sure to appreciate this glimpse into the world of
Nogizaka46 and the memorable moments they shared with other big names in Japanese entertainment.
Nogi46's Teresa Ikeda to appear on news special
On October 5, Teresa Ikeda of the popular idol group Nogi46 joined the program Ikigami Akira's
This is how it was. Airing at 6.56 pm for a special two-hour episode. Ikeda, who balances
her studies at Tokyo University of the Arts with her idol career, has garnered attention for her
dual pursuits. During the episode, Akira Ikigami provided an in-depth analysis of current international
affairs while referencing a world map. The show tackled pressing topics, including the reasons
behind the recent patterns of abnormal weather globally, and discussed why Japan has not raised
interest rates despite calling for a weaker yen. Viewers also got insight into the new British
Prime Minister Keir Starmer, following a major political shift from the Conservative Party to
the Labour Party after 14 years. There will be a special segment on the upcoming US presidential
election, which is just a month away. Additionally, the episode covers the ongoing spread of npox,
formerly known as monkeypox, in Africa, the situation regarding Russia's invasion of Ukraine,
and developments in the Middle East, all explained by Ikigami. Teresa Ikeda's appearance promises to
be an enlightening segment in this engaging program. Here we have the top news regarding
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Nogizaka 46 for today.We'll cover other news towards the end of the program.
Next, here is today's October 6 schedule regarding Nogizaka 46.
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.
Two members posted blogs yesterday. Miyu Matsuo wrote,
Motoranai Jikan Nishi to Tsuru. Mao Aoki wrote Achi no Yosui Mao Aoki hash Chichi no Nishi.
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.
Renka Iwamoto's first photo book features stunning swimsuit shots.
Renka Iwamoto of Nogizaka 46 recently revealed several stunning swimsuit photos from her highly
anticipated first photo book, which is yet to be titled. The shots were taken in Malaysia and
showcase a variety of expressions ranging from her relaxed, natural self to a more mature persona
that highlights her growth at just 20 years old. One particular photo, captured by the pool of a
colonial-style white hotel, has fans buzzing due to Iwamoto's radiant smile and vibrant white hair.
Iwamoto's radiant smile and vibrant white bikini. As soon as the image was shared,
social media exploded with reactions, with fans commenting things like,
she's grown up. And this is incredible. Many expressed disbelief and admiration,
saying things like, what a stunning smile. And I had to do a double take on that one.
Iwamoto's first photo book is set to be released on November 19th by the Keishibo and will be
priced at 2,500 yen, including tax. Fans are eagerly awaiting this collection, which promises
to give an in-depth look at her charm and evolution as an artist. Sayuri Matsumura reveals Akimoto's
unexpected side. Former member of Nogizaka 46, Sayuri Matsumura, appeared on TBS's variety show,
Arita Teppai to Kosu Rarunai Maki, late at night on the 4th. During her guest spot,
she shared surprising insights about producer Yasushi Akimoto. The show aims to present rarely
discussed topics, featuring a local exploration led by comedian Teppai Arita. This episode aired
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additional content that didn't fit into last week's one-hour special, focusing on the hidden
sides of major entertainment figures. Matsumura expressed her amazement about Akimoto, recalling,
I really had no idea who this person was before I joined Nogizaka 46. I thought, what is this guy?
But everyone around me was bowing their heads in respect. She continued to praise him, saying,
after talking with him, I realized he is a genius. He can see through a person deeply
just by speaking for a moment. Arita also shared a memorable moment when he unexpectedly ran into
Akimoto in Las Vegas. He recounted how Akimoto invited him to join a private casino game and
quipped about Akimoto's laid-back demeanor. He was alone, surrounded by what must have been a
significant sum of money, and casually invited me to play, all while seemingly unfazed by it.
In a humorous turn, Matsumura mentioned that Akimoto has a fondness for a popular Japanese
snack, Jagabi. She revealed, he always has a mountain of Jagabi in the backstage area.
He really loves it. Arita chimed in, joking about Akimoto's culinary preferences,
saying, he might dine at three-star Michelin restaurants across Japan,
but he's also all about Jagabi and tissues. It sounds like a great song title,
Jagabi and Tissue. The two shared a good laugh over these amusing anecdotes.
Ikeda from Nobizaka46 appears on news special today.
Teresa Ikeda from the idol group Nobizaka46 appeared on the TV Asahi program Ikigami Akira's
News, That's How It Was, during its two-hour special broadcast today. The theme of this
episode was understanding the world today through maps. As news continues to evolve around the globe,
many events deeply relate to Japan, and viewers discovered that examining world
maps can provide greater insight into these issues. The show also focused on the ongoing
issue of the devaluation of the Japanese yen, which previously reached 161 yen to the dollar
but currently fits around 140 yen. While this reflects a movement back from its peak,
the yen is still weaker than it was five years ago, partly due to Japan's comparatively low
interest rates. The program, hosted by Ikigami, aimed to explain why Japan has not increased
its interest rates and the influence of certain parties on this decision. Furthermore, the show
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examined the value of the yen in relation to other global currencies while utilizing maps for visual
In a social media segment, current Tokyo University of the Arts student Ikeda responded to why the
yen's devaluation has advanced. She articulated that the government might deliberately adopt a
weak yen policy to facilitate smoother imports and exports, a point that impressed Ikigami who
praised her knowledge. Ikeda's appearance, along with notable guests like Akira Hokuto,
Hikari Iwin, Kazuyasu, Maple Super Alloy, and Pikappa, contributed to an engaging discussion
on economics and international relations. Kazumi Takayama joins husband on QuizKnock special.
On December 5, Fukura P, known for his role in the brainy group QuizKnock, appeared live on
TBS's special program All-Star Thanksgiving Festival 2024 Fall. This marked a unique moment
for him as he shared the stage with his wife, Kazumi Takayama, a former member of the popular
group Nobizaka 46, who had announced their marriage in July this year. As the show concluded,
the overall ranking was revealed, and Fukura P finished in fourth place, falling short in his
quest for the top. He expressed his disappointment, stating he wished to pass on a victory baton to
his wife, who will host the subsequent event, All-Star After Party 24 Fall, starting at midnight.
I wanted to hand off the baton to my wife, who is macking the after party,
but I am a little disappointed, he commented when asked for his thoughts.
MC Koji Imada playfully noted, your wife is watching from over there in the studio,
leading to a screen switch that showcased Kazumi's dismayed expression as she placed her
hand on her head in frustration. This moment ignited laughter and excitement in the studio
as Fukura P shared a smile, looking both apologetic and supportive of his wife's reaction.
Manyuna Yamaguchi star power shines in new drama
Manyuna Yamaguchi, the talented actress, has been gaining tremendous attention as her latest drama,
Wonderful, Teacher, aired its final episode on the 6th. In this captivating series, she played
Haruka Ishiki, a serious and principled student on the basketball team. Reflecting on her high
school days, she humorously mentioned that she was quite edgy back then. Beyond her acting,
Yamaguchi shared her passion for long, rejuvenating bath times and her admiration for other actresses.
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The drama features Erika Okuda, a former member of the popular group Nogizaka 46, as its lead.
Yamaguchi expressed her delight about receiving heartfelt messages from family,
friends, and fans alike. One of her most cherished moments was when a teacher from
her high school posted, the star of 20 high school. Along with her picture on social media.
It brought her immense joy. She had always dreamt of acting in a school drama,
and the summer filming felt like a nostalgic journey back to her youth.
She cherished spending breaks with co-stars, heading to convenience stores for ice cream.
It really brought back those high school feelings, she recalled, while noting her character
was quite different from her actual high school self. Manyuda described her younger self as having
a strong personality, stemming from her upbringing in Osaka, which made her quite outspoken.
She was notorious for being late too. At my school, if you were late, you had to stand at
the gate at 7am as punishment. I managed to accumulate about 30 of those penalties.
She laughed, mentioning how she sometimes sneaked in through the back entrance to avoid detection.
Despite being labeled a troublemaker, she took her study seriously, especially excelling in English,
holding a pre-1 grade in English proficiency. Growing up in Suruhashi, where everyone was a
delinquent, I feared I'd end up like them, so I hit the books, she explained.
On September 23, Yamaguchi was appointed as a dedicated SNS model creator for the beauty
magazine Voche. When asked about her beauty secrets, she sheepishly replied,
I take long baths, about four to six hours daily. It's not just soaking, I really sweat it out.
Yamaguchi acknowledged that while people often compliment her slim figure,
her lengthy baths contribute to it. Though, she cautioned that it may not be the best advice to
share, as the long baths leave her skin extremely wrinkled and dry, stating, it's just my way to
relieve stress. Sayuri Matsumura Celebrates Rice at Gotenba Event
On the 5th, former Nogizaka 46 member Sayuri Matsumura participated in the Cut and Eat
Gotenba Koshi Hikari Experience event in Gotenba City, Shizuoka. In front of 200 local high school
students, she had a lively talk show with the popular rice chef Onigiri Taro, known for his
viral videos on making delicious rice balls. The event culminated with Matsumura savoring freshly
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made, steaming rice balls crafted by Onigiri Taro himself. Matsumura has always expressed her love
for rice, even to the extent of having a song titled Shiramaisama created for her by Akimoto
during her idle days. Currently, she serves as an ambassador for the JA Group's Rice Consumption
Expansion Campaign. She humorously shared, I usually cook three cups of rice at once and
eat it as a snack. At home, I use a ramen bowl because a regular rice bowl isn't enough for me.
She continued to discuss the health benefits of rice, explaining how it contains minerals that
are good for beauty and helps regulate blood sugar levels, making it less likely to cause weight
gain. Matsumura keeps 20 kilograms of rice stocked in a designated shelf at home. Next, here is
tomorrow's October 7th schedule regarding Nogizaka 46. 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. Today, we dive into the vibrant world of Sakura Endo, a standout talent of Nogizaka
46, and explore the journey that has made her a beloved figure in the entertainment sphere.
Born on October 3, 2001, in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, Sakura has risen through the ranks
to become not only a key member of idol group Nogizaka 46 but also a fashion icon as an exclusive
model for the magazine Nono. Hailing from a humble beginning, Sakura's passion for music was ignited
in her middle school days, where she not only excelled in the wind orchestra, securing a gold
award at the prefectural contest but also discovered the music of Nogizaka 46, which would later play a
pivotal role in her career. Despite describing herself as shy and reserved during her high
school years, Sakura was deeply influenced by Nogizaka 46's hit Influencer, leading her to pursue
a dream that would soon change her life. In 2018, Sakura's relentless drive saw her successfully
pass the rigorous audition process for Nogizaka 46, a testament to her determination to transform
her introspective nature. Her debut to the spotlight came at the end of the same year,
marking the beginning of an illustrious career that would see her become the central figure of
multiple singles including Yoakumetsu Yogurnakutami and Gomen'e Fingers Crossed.
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Beyond music, Sakura's grace and poise have made her a sought-after model,
debuting as an exclusive model for Nono magazine in 2020, where she has since featured prominently,
including achieving her first solo cover in October 2022. Her talents have stretched to
the acting arena as well, with appearances in TV dramas such as Moshimo, Ikemen Deku no Koko ga
Adora and Ramen, solidifying her versatility as an artist. Sakura Endo's hobbies and interests
paint a picture of a multifaceted individual with a love for Japanese sweets, movies like The Cat
Returns, and a penchant for reading novels by authors such as Kanae Minato. Her musical tastes
are eclectic, ranging from J-pop sensations like Little Gleam Monster to classic acts
including Southern All-Stars, showcasing her wide appreciation for the arts.
In the world of Nogizaka 46, Sakura shines brightly, admired for her skill with the clarinet,
her unique nickname Sakuchan, and her friendly relations with fellow idols across the Sakimichi
groups. As an idol, model, and actress, Sakura Endo's journey is a beacon of aspirational success,
embodying the spirit of evolution and boundless possibility.
And now, a final announcement. On July 19, the 36th single Cheat Day was released.
It's a bright and fun song with Kazu Inoue as the center. Be sure to get your copy.
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