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Last remaining member of original group of 20 founding idols announces graduation, says she “still loves AKB48.”
Only a few weeks left to visit the idol singer eatery, plus possibly one more Akihabara landmark.
Banker asks fan why he needs the extra cash, struggles to process the idol-loving response.
She used to be affiliated with AKB48, Japan’s biggest idol group, but now ramen fans are the ones singing about her amazing noodles.
Reika Saiki is here to evolve traditional kawaii cuteness into a new form: mukikawa.
Noodle joint takes a page from the idol singer industry.
A heartbreaking gesture of kindness for a woman in an industry that often doesn’t treat its performers like people.
Light displays, idol dances, motivational speeches, celebrity appearances–you name it, they’ve got it.
NGT48 shakeup comes after months of scandal.
NGT48 members says she was told that if she didn’t apologize, another idol would be made to read a letter of apology for her.
Idol group’s newest song is its 36th million-seller in a row, but a recent change may mean it’s leaving a ton of money on the table.
Event will be skipped for the first time in 10 years, leaving fans to find some other way to throw money at their favorite idol units.
Graduating from Japan’s biggest idol group means liberation from its no-romance clause, and this former member has now found the love of her life.
Group recommends pouring some into your own tub to make it feel like you’re taking a bath together with the idols.
As NGT48 announces new concerts, Maho Yamaguchi and three others seem to be distancing themselves from the unit.
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