One of the things I miss most about life in Japan is being able to see my favorite idol group while walking around and enjoying daily life. And these massive AKB48 picture panels at Shibuya 109 remind me again.
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Member reactions to this year’s upcoming election
A few details for 2016’s senbatsu sousenkyo election have been released. For some AKB members, it’s something to look forward to, but there are also some other members who think otherwise.
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AKB48 Baitoru Collaboration CM: “Baitoru de kagayakou”
Japanese job search service, Baitoru, continues their collaboration with AKB’s top ranking members (the Kami 7) in these new Baitoru commercials.
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AKB Horror Night: Adrenaline Night PV
Courtesy of TV Asahi’s Youtube channel comes a trailer a new horror-themed AKB48 drama series.
Oya Shizuka wearing a “Hello-Kitty” face pack
Watch as Oya Shizuka is transformed in Dragon Ball villain Freeza!
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This SKE48 wota is too cute
A recent 2ch makes note of a relatively cute SKE48 wota. She is too cute… until you find out her secret!
Unknown “fan” slips letter in Akimoto Manatsu’s bag
Apparently, Nogizaka46’s Akimoto Manatsu still travels by public transportation.
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How to apologize for lack of up updates
Brought to you by AKB48’s Mogi Shinobu, but also relevant for akbzine’s staff! The answer is: have a photo event!
HKT48 Matsuoka Natsumi’s first photobook on sale
Matsuoka Natsumi of HKT48 will release her first photo book “Tsuishin” (“Post script”) on September 24, 2015.
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Tatsuya Makiho’s mother voices concern about stalker
Wow, it seem that stalker news is going crazy! Next up is Tatsuya Makiho, who’s scared enough that her mother steps in to address her fans.
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Oshima Yuko: I couldn’t live withou Miyazawa Sae
Oshima Yuko and Miyazawa Sae get together for Sae’s birthday and once again reaffirm their long standing friendship.
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Kojimako’s stalker!
Not to be outdone by Takahashi Minami, it appears that Kojima Mako is also avoiding a stalker recently.
NGT48 Official Site & Youtube channel up. Who’s your favorite?!
Unlike a certain other group, NGT48 keeps their name the same! NGT48’s official site went up recently, and finally gives us a glimpse at the members that make up the group.
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Enjoy Momoka’s “at your own risk” food tour!
Hentai character Momoka Kinoshita opens an “at your own risk” gourmet tour.
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Kojiharu’s harassed by a Teddy bear?
It seems like only yesterday that Kojima Haruna was marrying a bear, now she is harassed by one!