Mariko Shinoda Makes Gravure Debut

Popular Japanese idol group AKB48 member Mariko Shinoda (篠田麻里子) released her first photobook titled “Pendulum” yesterday. At the press conference this past Sunday the slender 22 year old from Fukuoka Prefecture in southern Japan said, “It’s kind of embarrassing to see myself appearing everywhere but I’m happy.”

At 168cm (5′6″), Mariko Shinoda is the tallest member of AKB48

Yui Aragaki Masshiro, Part 7

Jay probably won’t appreciate them but here are some black and white shots of Japanese model and actress Yui Aragaki (新垣結衣) from her photobook “Masshiro” (まっしろ). The former U-19 (under 19) teen idol from Okinawa has recently reached adult status* and is most known for being the “Pocky Gir”.

I love a nice set of rack and a nice butt just as much as the next guy but I think these photos really show off Yui’s innocent beauty and her attitude free girl next door personality.

* In Japan you become an adult when you turn 20.

Yui Aragaki Masshiro, Part 5

I’m back with more Yui Aragaki (新垣結衣) cuteness for you! Taken from her graduation photobook, “Masshiro” (まっしろ). Nickenamed “Gakki”, this Okinawa Prefecture and Naha city native was a popular Japanese teen fashion model who has made a successful transition to commercial works and as an actress.

Suzuka Morita Camel Toe

At Sleepy John we love us some scandalous action and what better way to introduce a young cutie than with some camel toe?!

Meet Suzuka Morita (森田涼花), an up and coming U-15 (under 15) junior idol from the ancient Japanese capitol city of Kyoto.  These days this petite lolita faced gravure idol is a regular cast member on Fuji TV’s variety show “Idoling!!!” (アイドリング!!!).  Here we’ve got Suzuka who belongs to Japanese entertainment agency Horipro showing us what Japanese school girls do during their summer vacation…looking pretty in sailor school uniform and gym uniform, of course!  Taken from Japanese gravure magazine Up To Boy (アップトゥボーイ).

Saaya Irie x Sabra, Part 8

I’m going to wake you up from office coma with Saaya bikini hotness!  Continuation of sexy shots the Japanese U-15 (under 15) junior idol Saaya Irie (入江紗綾) did with Japanese gravure publishing authority Sabra.

How can you say no to that angelic face and plump F cup bosom?

Saaya Irie x Sabra, Part 7

Because it’s Monday, I give you soft and young yumminess we’ve all come to know as Saaya Irie (入江紗綾)! This time the U-15 (under 15) Japanese gravure idol as featured in Japanese gravure “mook” (magazine + book) Sabra truly tortures us in a white bikini.

I know you just want to reach out and caress those F cup boobs, don’t you?

Natsuko Tatsumi Take Off, Part 7

Even though Jay was way off when he claimed that I dig girls with tanned skin, he was right on the money about Natsuko Tatsumi (辰巳奈都子) being smokin’ hot. Here’s another batch of the sexy Japanese swimsuit model and 2007 “Miss FLASH Magazine” gravure contest winner strutting her goodies in her latest photobook “Take Off!”.

I hope Natsuko didn’t catch too much tan on her creamy white skin while shooting in that hot lacy red bra and bikini bottom get-up.

Natsuko Tatsumi’s poses are seductive yet classy. Want more of this One Eight Promotion (ワンエイトプロモーション) talent?

Maki Goto Joins AVEX Family

Maki Goto’s first official photo under AVEX payroll

I guess there were a few last minute issues that caused the delay, but just as reported in my post back in March (which drew some heated debate) Maki Goto has switched camp to AVEX Nation! After the long speculation, it was officially announced this past Friday that former Japanese idol and Morning Musume third generation member has signed with Japanese record giant AVEX. The sexy 22 year old Maki, source of masturbation fantasy for countless men will indeed debut under AVEX’s label “Rhythm Zone”, which mega J-pop artists such as Kumi Koda and EXILE also belong to.

According to the media relations department at AVEX, it’ll be the 10 year anniversary since Maki Goto’s showbiz debut and some drastic changes may be in the work. However, they cannot confirm any future activities since they’re still in the planning stages and Maki is considering her options.

Maki Goto has a smoking hot body that even her former handler Up Front Agency (UFA) couldn’t hold back!

AVEX held its annual stock holder meeting at Saitama Super Arena this past weekend with a stock holder only private concert that followed. Each stock holder could invite 1 guest to the concert, where AVEX artist Namie Amuro appeared for the first time in 8 years and Japanese diva Kumi Koda broke down crying in the middle of her number. With about 15000 in attendance, it was the largest AVEX stock holder concert ever. After being introduced on stage, Miki Goto surprised everyone by singing Whitney Houston’s “Saving All My Love For You”. It was her first public performance since last October when she was still a Hello!Project artist.

In a red one piece dress and super long blond hair extension, Maki belted out a Whitney Houston classic at Saitama Super Arena yesterday

Peachy’s, Part 2

More photos of the new Japanese lip singing idol unit “Peachy’s”. 3 popular gravure idols – Yuka Kosaka, Akina Minami and Rina Akiyama have come together to form this unique “no singing” group, a first in J-pop history.

The idea for Peachy’s came from Fuji TV’s Monday late night variety show “Jodeki! Pop Company Pop-ya” (～ジョーデキ！POP COMPANY～ POP屋)

The three cute Japanese pin-up girls were keeping it real, though. Rina Akiyama aka “Oshirina” (オシリーナ) whose claim to fame is her petite yet beautifully shaped ass said, “When I heard my own voice I thought, ‘Oh, this is bad.’!” The sexy Japanese gravure doll Yuka Kosaka aka “Kosakana” (コサカーナ) laughed, “We tried practicing but it was pretty disappointing. It’d be nice if one of us has a nice voice.” The cheerful Akina Minami aka “Akkina” (アッキーナ) added, “I don’t care, I like our group this way. We’d like to start a new lip singing craze!”

From L to R: Yuka Kosaka, Akina Minami and Rina Akiyama

Peachy’s had their second mini “live” concert in Ikebukuro’s Sunshine City (池袋サンシャインシティ) at the end of last month. The girls were pretty nervous but showed off their lip synching (口パク) skills in front of about 2000 fans. Yuka, Akina and Rina finished the performance with their upcoming single “My Baby Boy” which is scheduled to drop on August 6th.

Peachy’s

Meet Peachy’s, the first ever “lip synching” idol unit straight outta Japan!

Mystery solved!

While I was walking around the Fuji TV headquarters building in Odaiba during my recent Japan trip I noticed some type of live event was being held at the plaza below at street level. Curious, I got closer to take a better look and see what all the commotion was about. A sizable crowd had gathered in front of a temporary stage where 3 girls dressed in similar flashy 1 piece dress outfits were doing some song & dance routine. In the backdrop on stage was a sign that said “Peachy’s”, which I had never heard of before.

The temporary outdoor stage where Peachy’s had their first public performance was at the bottom left corner of this shot of Fuji TV headquarters in Tokyo

Naturally I whipped out my beat up but trusty camera and aimed for the stage. But I was told by what appeared to be an event staff to keep moving as I was getting ready to take some snap shots that would’ve been worthy of a “Tokyo moment”. At that time I was by the very side of the stage, just outside the fenced off area where the audience was. I thought they just wanted to keep the foot traffic moving so I walked toward the pack and took out my camera again.

Peachy’s – Yuka Kosaka (L), Akina Minami (C) and Rina Akiyama (R)

However as I was adjusting the frame and the zoom once again I was interrupted by some event staff with a badge. This time I heard what he was saying, “I’m sorry but there’s no photography allowed.” I was really puzzled, since right before I got idol-blocked I saw a couple people passing by taking pictures with their cell phones. I wondered maybe it was my lack of understanding of the Japanese language or perhaps they didn’t want me taking pictures from that particular spot and get in the way because I did see a camera crew filming the event. I said to myself, “third time’s the charm” as I moved to the right side of the audience and attempted to snap up some juicy exclusive photos for all you Sleepy John readers.

Sorry guys, in the end I wasn’t able to provide any shots of my own. But this is what Peachy’s first mini concert looked like.

What do you know…this time a dude in a suit came up and rudely idol-blocked me even before I pointed my camera in the right direction! I MEAN WTF?!?! What’s the big friggin’ deal if their objective was to promote the group? I know I wasn’t back home in the States, but common sense would dictate that everything’s fair game out in the public. And I certainly considered this outdoor event by the street to fall under public domain! Am I off on this?

A big F**k Y** goes out to the department of event planning at Fuji TV and Japanese nonsensical trivial practices in general!

I got frustrated and upset about silly little trivial things the Japanese insist on doing like this one so I split without taking any pictures. But now thinking about it maybe I should’ve just played the “dumb gaijin” card and ignored them!

To make sense of all this, the dream idol unit “Peachy’s” consists of Japanese gravure idol Yuka Kosaka (小阪由佳), Akina Minami (南明奈) and Rina Akiyama (秋山莉奈), who also often appear on Japanese TV shows. Peachy’s claim to fame would be, “We’re not singing!” The project was born half jokingly out of Fuji TV’s late night TV show “Jodeki! Pop Company Pop-ya” (～ジョーデキ！POP COMPANY～ POP屋). The cute Japanese idol trio has gained so much following that they’ll release their first single titled “My Baby Boy” later on this summer!

L to R: Yuka Kosaka aka “Kosakana” (コサカーナ), Akina Minami aka Akkina (アッキーナ) and Rina Akiyama aka Oshirina (オシリーナ)

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Yui Aragaki Masshiro, Part 3

Happy Monday! Sorry about the long delay but here’s the third installment from popular Japanese idol / actress Yui Aragaki’s (新垣結衣) latest photobook “Masshiro” (まっしろ). I’ll have more for you soon!

Makoto Ogawa Returns

Makoto Ogawa (C) and her fellow 5th generation members Ai Takahashi (L) and Risa Niigaki (R) are reunited on tomorrow’s episode of HaroMoni@

This just in…after stepping away from idol life and Japanese showbiz to pursue her language studies in New Zealand, former Morning Musume Makoto Ogawa (小川麻琴) is set to return in front of the camera! As a surprise even to Morning Musume members who showed up for the taping of TV Tokyo’s weekly show “Hello Morning @” (ハロモニ＠) that airs tomorrow, the 20 year old suddenly appeared from behind the set and proclaimed, “I’ve finally returned to Japan!  From now on I’ll continue to work as a Hello!Project member.”

1st row L to R: JunJun, Koharu Kusumi, Ai Takahashi, LinLin  2nd row L to R: Risa Niigaki, Reina Tanaka, Aika Mitsui, Sayumi Michishige, Eri Kamei

You can catch all of your favorite Morning Musume on HaroMoni@ (Hello Morning@) every Sunday on TV Tokyo!

Makoto Ogawa commented that when she was on the show she was known for her silly character roles so she intends to carry on and not let Mai Satoda (fellow Hello!Project member who’s famous for being silly) beat her!  While mixing up Japanese and English words, the excited P-Mako went on to say with her language ability she’d also like to become active in the variety field.  This is the 5th generation Morning Musume member’s first TV appearance since leaving in December 2006 to study English in Auckland.  Mako-chan attended classes at a language school during the week and took dance lessons after school.

A shot taken in the classroom while Makoto was studying abroad in New Zealand

Makoto Ogawa said during her first two months there she often cried because she couldn’t understand anything and was homesick.  But she toughed it out and studied hard.

Saaya Irie x Sabra, Part 3

We have more Saaya’s (入江紗綾) F cup boobs goodness for you on this Tuesday!  Taken from the “mook” (gravure magazine + book) Japanese gravure authority Sabra did with her recently.

Can you believe Saaya is only an U-15 (under 15) idol?!

Mikie Hara x Up To Boy

Yay once again Friday is upon us! And I’ve got some yummy Japanese idol for you. Today’s hottie is Mikie Hara (原幹恵), a 20 year old gravure veteran with beautiful G cup boobs.

The Oscar Promotion talent with a voluptuous body got her start from Japan National Girl Beauty Contest (全日本国民的美少女コンテスト) in 2003

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