With fan focus usually on the idols themselves, and not so much their maker, a recent thread shows AkiP’s photos with some AKB members. Is this special treatment?! Continue reading Member photos with Akimoto Yasushi
Monthly Archives: June 2015
Shimada Haruka says: “$200,000 yearly salary is necessary”
A relatively new TV shows which asks serious questions, and gives us a look into the values and beliefs of it’s guest. Recently, the show’s theme was, “Is it really true that you can be happy without money?” Continue reading Shimada Haruka says: “$200,000 yearly salary is necessary”
The AKB Otaku stereotype according to Japanese TV
Japanese culture is rife with stereotypes, and otaku are no exception. Have you ever wondered what the image of a typical AKB otaku is like? A Japanese TV show provides the answer… implicitly! Continue reading The AKB Otaku stereotype according to Japanese TV
Post Script: Sashihara Rino has a nice butt too
This set of photographs was too late for the AKB48 member’s beautiful butt ranking, but Sasshi’s recent photoshoot reveals the well-endowed rear-end as well. Photos after the break. For science. Continue reading Post Script: Sashihara Rino has a nice butt too
Mayuyu says, “Wait a second mister!!”
Popular phrases from Japanese comedy acts appear in AKB backstage life. But seriously, who wouldn’t wait for Mayuyu!? Continue reading Mayuyu says, “Wait a second mister!!”
A good Japanese husband and wife
What does it take to have a long lasting marriage, as a Japanese couple? Look no further than this short manga strip written by Japanese celebrity “Ohoshintarou”.
AKB48 lingo, “salty reaction” invades standard Japanese
What originally started as AKB slang amongst fans is now becoming everyday lingo amongst all Japanese. Such is the power of AKB! Continue reading AKB48 lingo, “salty reaction” invades standard Japanese
AKB48 Beautiful Butts Ranking. Yeah.
Another wonderful bit of research from the TV show AKB Shirabe, and consequently covered by AOL Japan. Who has the most beautiful butt in AKB48? Look no further than here for the answer!
Kumamon’s boob touching antics with Kashiwagi Yuki
Kumamoto prefecture mascot Kumamon appears on TV with Yukirin, and what ensues is the skinship dream of every AKB otaku. How this came to my news feed, I know not. Continue reading Kumamon’s boob touching antics with Kashiwagi Yuki
Welcome to a slightly updated akbzine.com
There have a been a few minor changes, both with my life and with the site in general. Let me tell you about them! Continue reading Welcome to a slightly updated akbzine.com
Yamamoto Sayaka and her chicken
It’s not as if Sayanee has a lot of time, or that NMb48 isn’t busy. What’s with Sayanee and her rubber chicken?! Continue reading Yamamoto Sayaka and her chicken