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The covers for Fukumura Mizuki’s upcoming PB titled Kagayaki have been released.

A DVD with Making Of footage will be included alongside the PB. Likewise, there will be numerous stores that will offer a bonus photo alongside the PB:

The PB was shot in Kanazawa this summer, so it’s not surprising to see that 95% of all the pictures we’ve seen so far are bikini pictures, but I’m not complaining at all.

Mizuki is well known for being amongst the best-looking idols in bikinis and she doesn’t disappoint with a more adult look and image with this release.

The covers alone hint at this new adult persona with her looks inspiring a rapid rush of heart racing in all who see them. Even the Amazon cover, featuring a sundress and a hat, has a direct look that peers into your very soul, loosening your wallet and ensuring you get a copy.

Is my love for Fuku-chan the reason why I love the photos or is it due to the hypnotizing stare? You be the judge.

The release is set for December 5th, so it’s the perfect addition to any Holiday gift list.

Source:Fukumura Mizuki CDJapan

The title for Morning Musume 15’s 60th single has been revealed to be ENDLESS SKY / One and Only / Tsumetai Kaze to Kataomoi.

We got wind of the 60th single when the news that an English-only song titled One and Only was revealed as the theme song for J-melo, and thankfully it seems like it was part of a triple A-side release from this talented group.

The above track list was mentioned in a concert and later verified by the members itself and it seems like a solid release so far. The main track appears to be a more upbeat song, but of course, that will have to be confirmed with a radio rip. The well-known English only One and Only has already received a radio rip, so we know just what to expect from 1/3 of the single.

The last track’s title is interesting since it translates to A Cold Wind and Unrequited Love, which by itself suggests a ballad. Normally on graduation singles the last track is the solo song for the girl who is leaving, but since Riho’s graduation was a bit unexpected and quick it’s unknown if this will be her solo song.

We will find out soon, but so far the release is looking quite solid. The release is set for December 29, so get those preorders in before the new year comes!

Source: Morning Musume 10ki Ameblo

Morning Musume ’15 CDJapan

A radio preview for Morning Musume ’15’s latest single titled One and Only has been released.

As mentioned before by the members, the lyrics of the song are all in English and I’m decently surprised to see that the lyrics are all quite good. With a rock instrumental alongside the vocals, it seems like a catchy song with all of the members doing a great job.

So far I’m loving the song, but of course the MV is where we get to see just how the song relates to the theme so fingers crossed that we will be getting that sometime in the coming week.

Release date is set for December 29, so it will be among the last releases this year!

Morning Musume ’15 CDJapan

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Details for Morning Musume 15’s 60th single have been released.

The single will be a triple A-side, with only one track confirmed with that being One and Only, the English theme track for J-MELO. There will be 6 versions: 3 regular versions alongside 3 limited versions, with the limited editions featuring a DVD and the regular editions featuring a random trading card.

This will be Sayashi Riho’s last single with the group with the single being out just a few days before she leaves, so naturally it’s a monumental release for the group in recent years due to her status as one of the main vocalists.

What will the single sound like? We’re not sure, despite a fan reported tracklist floating around the internet we don’t have much to go on but we should be getting an update soon with more details.

The release is set for December 29, just in time for the group as they change their name to Morning Musume ’16 and start a new chapter in their history, so stay tuned for more details!

Source: Morning Musume ’15 CDJapan

Morning Musume 15’s Makino Maria will be releasing a mini-PB based on her solo Blu-ray titled Maria Makino Greeting -Photobook-.

Most of the time, a Greeting Blu-ray release is done to promote a new member that not many fans might know and it’s uncommon to see a PB come out, but it seems like we’re in for a rare treat since there seems to be a mini-PB in the works for Makino.

Since I have just begun to get back into Morning Musume 15, I am curious to find out more about her so it’s a perfect chance to find out more and see a side of her we don’t normally see in concerts and shows.

November 14 is the date set for release so if you’re interested, make sure to get a pre-order in since we have only days before release!

Source: e-Lineup! Site

Morning Musume ’15’s Fukumura Mizuki’s has announced the release of her 3rd PB titled Kagayaki.

10/30で、19歳となったモーニング娘。'15リーダー譜久村聖♪
12月５日に写真集「かがやき」の発売が決まりました。
誰にも負けないモーニング娘。愛で、強く、美しく、より成長して欲しいです！
#morningmusume15 https://t.co/h4Lc5w6xPO—
モーニング娘。'15マネージャー (@MorningMusumeMg) October 30, 2015

The PB was shot in Kanazawa, and will reportedly feature yukatas as well as swimsuits to show off her adult appeal.

Being a big fan of Mizuki I have to admit that I’m pretty excited for this release, especially due to the promise of her showing off a few photos in swimsuits which are among the best that H!P has to offer.

So far no preview have been released but we might be getting a cover in the coming weeks so make sure to check back since the release is only a month away, December 5th to be exact!

Source: Hello! Project

UPDATED: Translation of her graduation announcement after the break

Sayashi Riho has announced that she will be graduating from Morning Musume ’15.

She will remain in Hello! Project after her graduation. Her reason for leaving is that she wants to focus on her dancing.

Thank you for your continued support towards Morning Musume。’15.

Today, Riho Sayashi has announced she will graduated from Morning Musume。’15 on December 31st in her blog post.

Riho became a 9th generation member and made her debut with “Majidesuka Suka” in 2011 and continued her career until now.

She said she wants to devote herself to her progress in dancing, and she talked about this matter many times. With her consent, we came to this conclusion.

Riho will graduate from Morning Musume。but she will be a Hello! Project’s member after the graduation.

Before flying with her own wings, we will watch her with this new challenge.

Until her Morning Musume。’15’s graduation as a member, she will continue to perform much more during the current tour and during the other activities.

Please continue to support Morning Musume。’15 and assist Riho Sayashi in the future.

2015/10/29

UP-FRONT PROMOTION Minoru Ohhama

As a big Momusu fan it’s strange to see a 9ki member graduate all of a sudden. Seeing her join the group and being proclaimed as the ace with her amazing dancing skills and vocal abilities it seems like she was destined to shape the group into an amazing force to be reckoned with and across the years it seems like she did just that.

Sadly, fans have pointed out that she seems bored at times, and I do have to agree. Maybe the group isn’t challenging her skills enough? Maybe the idea of being restricted to only a few lines in a song while dancing with others might be a bit too much? Regardless, she will remain with H!P so that’s a relief since we will be able to enjoy her performances in the umbrella of groups.

What she will be doing from now on is certainly a mystery but I look forward to finding out as the time comes near.

Her graduation is set for December 31 (the 5th anniversary of being announced as part of Morning Musume), so fans make sure to attend her final performance to support her as she moves on to her solo activities!

Good luck Riho, thank you for the many years of amazing performances!

Source: Oricon.jp | Hello! Project Site | 9ki Blog | Up Front Link Facebook

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Oh My Wish

Sukatto My Heart

Imasugu Tokikomu Yuuki

The Event V covers for Morning Musume ’15’s Oh my wish! / Sukatto My Heart / Imasugu Tokikomu Yuuki have been released.

Event V’s are nothing new in the Hello! Project universe since we usually get them after the release of the single and the events to promote are well underway. Sure, the Event V’s are only available at events, but it’s nice to see that we will be getting solo shots for every song from this release!

So far my favorite would definitely have to be Sukatto My Heart since it has a colorful, brighter theme that stands out nicely.

If you manage to find one on Ebay or personally picking one up at the events then please do because you’ll get a chance to enjoy a your favorite member’s shot.

Source: Hello! Project Site

A preview for Morning Musume 15’s upcoming single titled One and Only has been released.

The preview comes in the form of a short acapella performance by Fukumura Mizuki, Oda Sakura, and Makino Maria at their recent J-MELO appearance.

From the short 30 seconds we get it seems like quite a catchy song with all English lyrics. Of course, there is no instrumental so it’s hard to see just how catchy the song will be, but we shouldn’t have to worry too much about that since the song is only a few weeks away from being revealed.

Check out the preview after the break!

The song will premiere on October 10.

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