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I *think* she’s saying that she’s a gravure model, which sort of does make sense since the Koreans don’t have an exact translation for the same type of modeling that is found in Japan. Whatever the case, this one’s a brown bagger. Her body is smokin’,… but the face,… ehh,… I’d have to brown bag it. Either way, enjoy!

Japanese lingerie model and famous intimate wear maker Triumph’s 2008 spokesperson Yuko Ishida held a press conference yesterday to announce the release of her new single “Missin’ U“.  The single will drop in stores next Wednesday.

Yuko Ishida was selected last October to succeed Erisa Nakayama as the 16th generation “image girl” for Triumph.  In true lingerie model fashion, Yuko performed her new single in matching yellow bra and panties!   “It’s a love song and I penned the lyrics myself”, said the 24 year old sexy singer from Osaka.

How would you like to have this sexy kitten sing for you in her bra and panties?

As part of a cross promotion with Triumph, the famous Japanese lingerie maker will begin airing commercials today in Japan with “Missin’ U” as the background soundtrack.

But the sexy singer and former gravure model (she was Miss Magazine 2002) went a little overboard when she claimed, “It’d be nice if I can hold a concert at Budokan (the equivalent of Madison Square Garden in the States) or Tokyo Dome someday.  I want to perform at NHK’s Kohaku too!”

Um Yuko you’re hot and all, but I think you’re better off sticking to looking sexy in lingerie or maybe even without it!

I don’t remember where I grabbed these pictures from so I don’t have the name.  Sorry folks.  But nice eye candy nonetheless, no?  Gotta love them push up’s,… so lovely are those,… well you know.   Enjoy!

Enjoy the epitome of Japanese sexy that is Aki Hoshino:

The combination of Aki’s angelic babyface and her supple G cup breasts gets my blood flowing everytime!

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Someone used a handheld camera to film this,… and frankly, I can’t tell if I should bust out laughing because it’s so corny, or if because it’s so damn cute. Oh and yes, they fully are lip sync-ing. :)

Some more pics of John’s girl.

I have no idea who this is,… She looks like one AV Idol I know, but then again, she’s also got the look of another one.  Anyway click on Continue to see more, but be warned, these are NOT work safe.  Nudity ahead!

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Asami Momose shows us why we need to stay focused

Check out the sexy “chaku ero” idol Asami Momose who’s not shy at all about showing some skin. This Japanese hottie sure is pushing the limits with all kinds of suggestive poses and simulation!

For your information the Japanese term “chaku ero” means being extremely provocative yet with the clothes still on…well, somewhat (In almost all cases there’s very little clothing involved, if any and only the vital regions are barely covered). This unique concept is basically the same as “giri giri”, leaving not much to the viewer’s imagination.

Big up goes out to the Japanese genius who thought of “chaku ero” and “giri giri” to skirt around the rules!

In the West we’d probably call this borderline soft porn!

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So umm,… nice body. :P

What she says:

“(so you’re saying that) I’m pretty?” (the reason for the parantheses is because the way she says it has an implied state of someone who has asked a question TO her and she’s answering)

“Rather/instead of saying that you’re/I’m pretty, I would prefer to hear that I’m healthy.”

“Healthy….”

“?? - You don’t know how I tried,…”

And then she goes on to pitch the drink and how it’s difficult to find something tasty to drink,… etc etc etc.

How can you not stare at a pretty Japanese girl in kimono, especially when it’s kawaii Misako Yasuda?

Popular and super cute Japanese gravure idol and actress Misako Yasuda met with the press in an elegant kimono on her 25th birthday to promote her photo essay. When asked if she wanted to get married Misako replied, “For a while I felt a bit anxious but not anymore. I’ve got a dog now so I’m fine.” The slender hottie with a soft, gentle look from the ancient Japanese capital of Kyoto added, “Recently my twin brother moved to Tokyo and he’s like my boyfriend. He cooked for me when I got sick!”

Misako Yasuda promoting her photo essay collection in Tokyo on her 25th birthday

The beauty from Kyoto was discovered when she was in college

What more do you want than a hot girl in black lingerie.  How about a hot and sexy Japanese girl?  There’s more of this in the coming weeks so stay tuned!

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A couple of hotties just doing their thing. Enjoy!

The graceful teenage beauty from Tokyo has made the nice transition from an idol to an established actress.

Maki Horikita at her photo essay press conference on her 18th birthday

Because it’s a Monday,… and Monday’s suck as usual,… here ya go.  One of my favorite baby’s in a gold bikini strutting her stuff for you here.  Enjoy!

I thought I’d break away from the norm today. Instead of the typical idol, glamorous gravure model or slutty, big tittied j-birds, I’d show you another side of Japanese girls.

Mana Mikura (L) and Kana Mikura (R)

Mana Mikura and Kana Mikura are identical twins that just turned 22 yesterday. The lovely and wholesome actresses from Osaka are known to everyone as “ManaKana” (マナカナ), and their graceful and reserved demeanor offer a refreshing change to the Japanese people.

Mana Mikura & Kana Mikura in Tokyo yesterday at their photo essay release and autograph signing event

The Mikura twins can sing too, having released 3 singles

Here’s Jero’s (ジェロ

Jero’s first single - Umiyuki (海雪)

It’s obvious Victor Entertainment has high hopes for the Pittsburgh native. They got famous Japanese music composer Ryudo Uzaki to write the song and producer Yasushi Akimoto to pen the lyrics. The song Umiyuki is based on the small seaside town of Izumozaki (population 5,400) in Niigata Prefecture that faces the Sea of Japan. But Jero’s gave a funny reply when asked what image he had when singing the song. He said, “well, I’ve only seen the beaches in California so…”, which drew a roar of laughter.

cute?  strange?  weird?  hot?  you make the call.

Jero’s first single “Umiyuki” has just been released

Like many people I thought it was a joke too when my friend first told me about a black dude trying to make it as an enka singer in Japan. But after doing some digging and checking him out, I have to say Jero (ジェロ) is THE REAL DEAL!

In case you’re not familiar with the enka genre, it’s a type of Japanese folk music deeply rooted in history and nostalgia. The songs are generally melodic and sung in slower tempo. The closest comparison in terms of Western music would probably be country & western.

Jero made his major debut on Wednesday as the first and only black enka singer and has been going around Japan and appearing on TV shows to promote his first single “Umiyuki” since last month. At first glance his hip hop get up might throw you off (Jero feels the traditional kimono attire doesn’t suit him, plus he wants to create more of a visual impact) but believe me this kid can sing, and backs it up with well spoken Japanese and proper manner!

Jero incorporates hip hop dance moves in his performance too.  Performing at HMV in Shibuya (the mecca of Japanese fashion & culture) on 2/20.  He’s the first and only enka singer to make an appearance there!

Jero, whose real name is Jerome White Jr. hails from Pittsburgh and went to Japan almost 5 years ago. Although he doesn’t look it, he is 1/4 Japanese (from his grandmother on his mother’s side). He was close to his grandmother and she introduced him to the world of enka. Jero recalls that as a child he would make his grandmother happy whenever he sang enka for her. He made the decision to become an enka singer while he was on a short term study aboard program in Japan when he was in college.

Jero, the “Black Ship” of Japan’s traditional world of enka

His voice is very impressive, possesses clear pronunciation and belts out smooth melodies just like what a skilled enka singer would. If I played his music without telling you anything about him you’d definitely think he’s Japanese!

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3 Korean models with a look backstage, some random blurbs that are frankly a bit stupid (but I’ll write out the translation if you guys REALLY REALLY want me to) and some skin. Basically, they’re just talking about what it’s like to be a model, what they experienced, etc. The really cute girl comes out after the 3 minute mark. Legs, breasts, and whole nine. I’m going to look some more for her. They write it out as Pa-Nee, but it’s a short “a” with the long “e.” Anyway, enjoy!

because it’s a friday,… another one with the perfect shaped boobies, the soft creamy white skin and what more can i say? pictures are not work safe so peek with caution!

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Continuation of CDTV’s (Countdown TV) top 20 ranking for ideal girlfriend according to Japanese guys that was just released this month.

No. 11 - Reina Tanaka

One look at the extremely popular Morning Musume and you’ll want to take this kitty home! (and yes guys, she’s legal) The girl from Fukuoka LOVES singing karaoke.

No. 12 - hiroko (mihimaru GT)

The 23 year old vocal that makes one half of the super poppy Japanese duo is from Hyogo Prefecture (next to Osaka)

No. 13 - BoA

What hasn’t been said about this Korean sensation who’s made it big in Japan and captured the heart of countless fans since ‘01? She’s pretty, sings well, can really dance, speaks Japanese fluently and got a great personality…what more can you ask for?

No. 14 - Eri Kamei

The 6th generation member of Japanese all girl idol group Morning Musume has made a really nice transition from the awkward, extremely shy little girl when she first joined to a confident and beautiful girl next door

No. 15 - Ayaka (絢香)

This singer / songwriter burst onto the j-pop scene only back in ‘06 but already has been compared to Hikaru Utada and Mika Nakashima

No. 16 - Ai Kawashima

The talented street performing singer / songwriter turns 22 today! The vocal of the now disbanded j-pop duo I WISH has had a tough life, orphaned as a toddler and losing both of her adopted parents while she was still in school.

No. 17 - Yui Aragaki

This Okinawan teenager first entered Japanese showbiz as a model for a popular fashion magazine. She has since appeared in several dramas and is highly sought after for commercial work.

No. 18 - Risa Niigaki

You can’t help but love this 5th generation Morning Musume and current sub-leader. The 19 year old Yokohama (just south of Tokyo) native charms her fans with her positive and energetic attitude.

No. 19 - aiko

You’d never have guessed this baby faced singer / songwriter from Osaka is 32 and has been making hits for over 10 years

No. 20 - Shoko Nakagawa

By now “Shokotan“, as all of Japan calls her has become a household name. The self professed otaku and former gravure idol has a huge loyal fan base and is the unofficial “princess of blogging“.

oops, i thought i didn’t have many more of this beauty in a white bikini but i was wrong.  so enjoy!  it’s a thursday, tomorrow’s friday!  w00t!

The purpose of Japanese weekly TV show CDTV (Countdown TV) on TBS (no, it doesn’t belong to Ted Turner) is to compile rankings out of anything and everything from the most popular high school bags to body shampoos to crepes that are served in the trendy Tokyo district of Harajuku. And CDTV has just released their semi annual list of “girls you’d like to make your girlfriend”.

Okay, so not all of the fine ladies that made the list are idols. Without further adieu, here is the list of the top 20 girls that Japanese guys would like to make their chick:

No. 1 - YUI

For some reason, for the third time in a row, the often gloomy looking singer / songwriter from Fukuoka captured the top position

No. 2 - Kaori Mochida

The vocal for now disbanded Every Little Thing takes the 2nd spot for the second time in a row. I guess Kaori still has a lot of pull even though she’s not that active anymore.

No. 3 - Ai Otsuka

The funky singer / songwriter from Osaka has an infectious voice and has butted heads with Kumi Koda who’s also from the same record label Avex

No. 4 - Rika Ishikawa

The leader of Viyuden and former Morning Musume possesses a hot body and her ass has been known to make fanboys cream in their pants!

No. 5 - Ayumi Hamasaki

The 29 year old Japanese diva with a sultry voice needs no introduction. She’s also often known as “Ayu” to her fans.

No. 6 - Ai Takahashi

The leader of Japan’s most popular girl group Morning Musume has a beautiful voice and a cheery personality

No. 7 - Natsumi Abe

Everyone in Japan knows “Nacchi“. The former leader of Morning Musume holds the record with 6 consecutive number one positions. The 26 year old Hokkaido native still melts the heart of men everywhere with her soft voice and warm personality.

No. 8 - Namie Amura

I can’t believe this 90s mega j-pop icon is 30! The singer from Okinawa forever changed the culture, fashion and language for young people in Japan.

No. 9 - Hitomi Yoshizawa

Also known as “Yossie“, the former leader of Japanese super idol group Morning Musume with boyish charms has blossomed into a fine young lady

No. 10 - Kumi Koda

Sometimes referred to as “Japan’s Britney Spears“, the chart topping singer from Kyoto has been in hot water as of late over her careless “womb” comment. (please see my blog on 2/4, 2/6 & 2/14) It’s no wonder that the 25 year old queen of “dirty pop” listed Christina Aguilera as one of her favorite artists.

the last batch that i could find of his cutie…

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Shoko Nakagawa’s 4th single “Snow Tears” reached No.2 on the Oricon chart

Super popular Japanese gravure idol and singer Shoko Nakagawa aka “Shokotan” made a startling announcement at a recent promotional event for her new single “Snow Tears” and blog collection turned book “Donyoku Days” (貪欲デイズ). When Shokotan revealed to her fans that her first album titled “Big Bang” will drop on the 19th of next month, she added that she shall run through Nakano’s (a popular spot in western Tokyo, 1 express train stop from Shinjuku) Broadway shopping arcade naked if her album reaches No.1 on the Oricon chart!

From Shokotan’s blog…this is one cutie I’d love to keep!

Good things are happening to the 22 year old self made Japanese idol who hails from Tokyo. The self-professed “otaku” completed the transition from an underground cosplay (costume play) legend in the Akihabara district to a mainstream talent and artist last year, ending the year with a performance on NHK’s Kohaku Utagassen. The total number of hits on her blog reached over 100 million, with the site receiving as many as 4.5 million hits per day!

more of this cute little number,… god her tits just make you wanna go and squeeze some melons don’t they??  again, the pics are not work safe so no peeking until you folks get home. Continue Reading »

Yoko Kumada boasts a F cup bust and a killer body

Japanese gravure idol and “talent” (a Japanese catch-all word to describe entertainer) Yoko Kumada promoted her latest DVD “Taiyo Sweets” this past Saturday in Tokyo.  While at the event she squashed rumors about her recent sudden weight loss.  The Gifu Prefecture native explained that she simply stopped eating all the rich food that’s provided while she’s on location shooting, started cooking more at home and just returned to the weight she had when she first made her debut.  Whatever she did, I still think she looks great!

Yoko Kumada at the press conference to promote her DVD “Taiyo Sweets”

The busty Yoko Kumada was once a goodwill ambassador for the Indonesian resort island of Bali also talked about her experience doing gravure work there.  According to the F cup beauty the sun in Bali is way stronger than Hawaii and the heat packs a powerful punch.  She had to apply sunblock lotion more in Bali than anywhere else.  As a matter of fact, the voluptuous gravure model and part time singer (she has 3 singles and 1 album under her belt) claimed that she uses up more sunblock lotion than anyone else in the industry with an average of 2 bottles per day when she’s out shooting!

Screw that Western ideal of a tanned body…innocent cute face, subtle curves on a petite frame and white, creamy skin is my cup of tea!

Going by the rate that she shoots about 120 days in a year, that’s roughly 250 bottles of sunblock Yoko Kumada goes through!  No wonder Yoko said, “If given the chance, I’d like to be an ambassador for sunblock lotion!”

Oh Yoko, you can be the ambassador to my place and I’ll apply lotion on you anytime! 

found these pics on some korean web search gallery place,… i have no idea who this is but she’s cute as hell with perfect shaped tits that are all perky and (look) soft. pictures are not work safe so don’t be peeking until you get home.

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That’s right, Barack Obama is big in Japan!

U.S. presidential hopeful and Democratic Party front runner Senator Barack Obama is getting support from the oddest place…in Japan! The city of Obama (小浜市), a small seaside town facing the Sea of Japan in Fukui Prefecture happens to share the same name with the charismatic candidate from Illinois and the residents there couldn’t be happier.

Lovely receptionists at Sekumi-ya Hotel in Obama, Fukui Prefecture show off a sign of well wishes to Barack Obama

The town which served as an important stop on the trade route to Japan’s ancient capital Kyoto in the old days first noticed the connection when Senator Obama appeared on Japanese TV TBS in 2006 recalling an immigration officer at Narita International Airport telling him that his home town is also called “Obama”. In case you haven’t noticed, in general it takes very little effort to get the Japanese excited about something and start a new craze since the society is very group oriented. And the small fishing town of 32,000 in western Japan has found their calling…to rally behind Barack Obama while selling all kinds of related souvenirs from t-shirts to chopsticks to cellphone straps.

“Thanks for pimpin’ my name…I’m gonna be rich, bitches!”

The people of the 1,500 year old town that used to be responsible for providing food to the emperor are taking this event quite seriously and have formed an official support group for Senator Obama. A representative in the lobby of Sekumi-ya Hotel where they have set up camp says, “I think our support base will keep growing. We wanted to do something because Mr. Obama doesn’t feel like a stranger to us. He’s like a relative to us.”

Seiji Fujihara (R), manager of Sekumiya Hotel in Obama, Japan points to a banner wishing good luck to presidential hopeful Barack Obama

no comment needed.  enjoy!