Former AKB48 idol Minami Minegishi who famously shaved her head announces marriage
On August 16th, 2022, 峯岸みなみ Minami Minegishi, a former member of the idol group AKB48 and TV personality, revealed that she had gotten married. Her…
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AKB48: pioneers of pop music for the 21st century
As a mass-marketed pop group with a pool of over 100 members from whom acts are chosen, AKB48 mark a remarkable departure from the traditional…
Japanese Songs to Learn for Any Karaoke Situation
Karaoke in Japan isn’t about singing well, it’s about having a good time and bonding. And drinking. Source: プラナ / PIXTA(ピクスタ) Even if your pipes…
Japanese And American Medical Professionals Dance To An AKB48 Song To Raise Cancer Awareness
“Koisuru Fortune Cookie” is one of AKB48’s biggest hits. It’s march-paced track with easy-to-learn dance moves made a lot of people in Japan dance away….
Justin Bieber Performs On Japanese TV, Fans Get Riled Up About What He “Did”
Whether it’s a charismatic performance or puking, Justin Bieber has a knack for grabbing headlines. Cameras, spotlights, and legions of fangirls tend to form a…
Members Of NGT48 Announced – How Is The Lineup?
On July 27, 2015, the first members of the NGT48 was announced. This new group would be the fifth AKB-group franchise within Japan after AKB…
Rina Kawaei’s Final Stage As An AKB48 Member At Saitama Super Arena