SKE48 Team KII Members Profile
SKE48’s Team KII (チームKII), also called Ota Team KII (太田チームKII) is the second team of SKE48, AKB48’s sister group based in Sakae, Nagoya. The team was formed on May 25, 2009. They are managed by Zest and are signed to avex trax. Currently, they have 15 members. Their leader is Ayaka Ota and their co-leader is Shiori Aoki.
SKE48 Official Accounts:
Website: SKE48 OFFICIAL WEB SITE
Twitter: @ske48official
Instagram: @official_ske48
TikTok: @ske48official / @ske48.teamk2.official
YouTube: SKE48
Blog: SKE48
Spotify: SKE48
Apple Music: SKE48
SKE48 Fandom Name: SKE48 Family
Team KII Fandom Color: Red
Members Profile:
Ayaka Ōta
Birth Name: Ayaka Ōta (太田彩夏)
Position: Vocalist, Leader (2022-present)
Birthday: August 17, 2000
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Gifu Prefecture
Height: 153 cm (5″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 7th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @Ayamelody0817
Instagram: @Ayamelody0817
Blog: 太田彩夏
Ayaka Ōta Facts:
— Her nickname is “Ayamelo” (あやめろ).
— Her catchphrase is, “I’m going to echo a melody in everyone’s heart. Ready, set, (Ayamelody!)”
— Her member colors are red, orange, and yellow.
— Her hobbies are horse racing, watching sports, and watching YouTube videos.
— Her special skill is calligraphy.
— Her dream for the future is to be the No.1 big boss.
— Her favorite foods are whole cakes, strawberries, beef tongue, and omurice made by herself.
— Her favorite phrase is, “You only live once” (人生一度きり).
— Message: Thank you for all your support. I want to make all my fans smile and be happy!
— She graduated college in 2022 and is qualified to teach nursery and kindergarten.
— She is the younger sister of Riona Ōta, a former member of NMB48 Team M and current member of Lovely★Doll.
— Her personality is energetic and competitive. She goes at her own pace.
Shiori Aoki
Birth Name: Shiori Aoki (青木詩織)
Position: Vocalist, Co-Leader (2022-2024)
Birthday: April 22, 1996
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Shizuoka Prefecture
Height: 153 cm (5″)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 6th
Units/Clubs: Upcoming Girls
Twitter: @oshirin_dayo
Instagram: @aokishiori4
TikTok: @tuliptacosposter
YouTube: ガム専門チャンネル / おしゆきチャンネル
Blog: 青木詩織
Shiori Aoki Facts:
— Her nickname is “Oshirin” (おしりん). It was chosen by Mayuko Gotō (ex-kenkyuusei).
— Her catchphrase is, “Who’s your oshi? (Oshirin!)”
— Her member colors are blue, yellow, and white.
— Her hobbies are playing with cats, watching comedy shows, going to the pharmacy, and YouTube.
— Her special skills are Japanese dance, calligraphy, getting up early, Y-balancing, and climbing poles.
— Her dream for the future is to be a local talent in Shizuoka Prefecture.
— Her favorite foods are tuna from Yaizu and amela tomatoes.
— Her favorite word is “Cute” (かわいい).
— Message: I love cats and eating! Please come to see me!
— She is a Goodwill Ambassador for Yaizu, Shizuoka.
— Her audition song was “Yokaze no Shiwaza” by AKB48.
— In April 2023, she refereed a match for Tokyo Joshi Pro-Wrestling.
— She was formerly roommates with SKE48 captain Makiko Saito.
— She is close friends with Yuki Arai.
— She announced her graduation on August 4, 2024; she will depart on November 30, 2024 after 11 years.
Rika Aoki
Birth Name: Rika Aoki (青木莉樺)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: September 2, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Osaka Prefecture
Height: 165.5 cm (5’5″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 10th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @rikaoki__92
Instagram: @rikaoki__92
Blog: 青木莉樺
Rika Aoki Facts:
— Her nicknames are “Aoki” (あおき), “Rika” (りか), and “Rian” (りあん).
— Her member colors are white and purple.
— Her hobbies are eating out, touring ramen shops, guitar, movies, watching sports, and listening to music.
— Her special skills are impersonating in-flight announcers, and she used to be in a band.
— Her dream for the future is to be a dog.
— Her favorite foods are oysters, albacore, sushi, white rice, tea, and fried food.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Enjoy the day to the fullest” (その日をとことん楽しむ).
— Message: I want to become a very nice woman! I will do my best!
— She is the oldest 10th generation member.
— She has been a fan of former member Akane Takayanagi since elementary school.
— Her favorite bands are CIDER GIRL, Halo at 4johan, My Hair is Bad, SUPER BEAVER, Shout it Out, ELLEGARDEN, The 1975, and Sum 41.
— She was good friends with ex-kenkyuusei Rikako Kiuchi; their duo name was “RikaPian.”
Yuki Arai
Birth Name: Yuki Arai (荒井優希)
Position: Vocalist, Co-Leader (2024-2025)
Birthday: May 7, 1998
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Kyoto Prefecture
Height: 166.7 cm (5’6″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 1st Draft
Units/Clubs: Undergirls, Future Girls
Twitter: @araiyuki57
Instagram: @araiyuki57
TikTok: @tuliptacosposter
YouTube: おしゆきチャンネル
Blog: 荒井優希
Yuki Arai Facts:
— Her catchphrase is, “I love macarons and alpacas! I’m Yuki Arai from Kyoto.”
— Her member colors are green and purple.
— Her hobbies are YouTube, Netflix, reading, and shopping.
— Her special skill is Kyoto dialect.
— Her dream for the future is to live a healthy life doing what she loves.
— Her favorite foods are macarons, udon, and beef tongue.
— Her favorite phrase is, “I know, right?” (ほんまそれ).
— Message: I often wear a ponytail.
— She is also a professional wrestler, and won the Pro Wrestling Grand Prix 2021 Rookie of the Year Award.
— She decided to audition when she saw AKB48‘s concert at Tokyo Dome in 2013.
— Initially she auditioned for NMB48‘s 3rd generation, but failed.
— She is a skilled writer.
— Some members nicknamed her “Gossip Girl” since, according to Mina Oba, “[Her] phone is probably the most dangerous in the world, containing a lot of videos and photos of people that you can’t show.”
— In junior high, she was a member of the tennis club.
— She is difficult to wake up in the morning.
— She is close friends with Shiori Aoki.
— She announced her graduation on November 27, 2024. She will depart on March 31, 2025.
Miki Itō
Birth Name: Miki Itō (伊藤実希)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: August 11, 2002
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 164 cm (5’5″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 10th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @mikitiyan_811
Instagram: @mikitiyan_811
Blog: 伊藤実希
Miki Itō Facts:
— Her nicknames are “Miki-chan” (みきちゃん) and “Mikitiyan” (みきてぃやん).
— Her catchphrase is, “I-to-Mikimiki I-to-Mikimiki pull! (Stop! Stop!) Support! (Support!) I can do all kinds of basic sports!”
— Her member color is purple.
— Her hobbies are singing and dancing, sports, and watching idols.
— Her special skill is sports.
— Her dream for the future is to be a sparkling idol.
— Her favorite foods are yogurt, rice, yakiniku, pork ramen, and melon bread.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Love and peace” (ラブアンドピース).
— Message: I will always act with a sense of gratitude so that I can give back to my profession as an idol. I would like to spread the excitement about my beloved Nagoya all over the country with my passionate fans. Thank you for finding me!
Sayaka Iriuchijima
Birth Name: Sayaka Iriuchijima (入内嶋涼)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: May 13, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Kanagawa Prefecture
Height: 154 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 9th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @__38hpy
Instagram: @__38hpy
Blog: 入内嶋涼
Sayaka Iriuchijima Facts:
— Her nickname is “Saaya” (さあや). Previously, it was “Saachin” (さあちん).
— Her catchphrase is, “Which island do you guys want to go to? (Iriuchi Island!) Iriuchi Island is the island of happiness! You can’t leave, right? (It’s Sayaka!)”
— Her member colors are white, white, and white.
— Her hobbies are playing with creatures, observing creatures, and watching anime/collecting goods.
— Her special skills are swimming, sudoku, and guessing insects’ food.
— Her dream for the future is to be SKE48’s creature expert and to work with her favorite creatures in Kanagawa, her hometown.
— Her favorite foods are Indian curry, gummy bears, and insect food.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Hard work is not in vain” (努力は無駄じゃない).
— Message: Thank you for all your support. SKE48 has come to change my life. I will become indispensable and make many people happy!
— Her older sister, Akane Iriuchijima, is a member of the idol group Himawari Princess.
— Initially, she wanted to work behind the scenes at concerts, but her parents encouraged her to be onstage instead.
— She is certified as a domestic animal caretaker
— She owns ten cats, a dog, a snake, and several reptiles and beetles.
Ayaka Okamoto
Birth Name: Ayaka Okamoto (岡本彩夏)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: August 12, 2002
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Tokyo
Height: 163 cm (5’4″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 9th
Units/Clubs: Prima Stella
Twitter: @ayaka812_O
Instagram: @ayaka_okmt
Threads: @ayaka_okmt
Blog: 岡本彩夏
Ayaka Okamoto Facts:
— Her nickname is “Aaaya” (あーーや).
— Her catchphrase is, “I’m from Tokyo. I’m Aaaaayaka, or Ayaka Okamoto.”
— Her member colors are yellow-green and light blue. In Prima Stella, it’s purple.
— Her hobbies are cooking, singing, and talking to people.
— Her special skills are radio calisthenics and classical ballet.
— Her dream for the future is to be the center of the group.
— Her favorite foods are meat, beef tongue, and bread.
— Her favorite word is “Precious” (尊い).
— Message: Thank you for everything. I will continue to do my best so that I can bring you as much happiness as you have given me.
— From March-June 2022, she was on hiatus for poor health.
— She graduated from high school in March 2021.
— She and former NGT48 member Aoi Furutate are childhood friends.
— She announced her graduation on December 7, 2024. She will depart on March 31, 2025.
Kyoka Shinohara
Birth Name: Kyoka Shinohara (篠原京香)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: June 3, 2004
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Hyogo Prefecture
Height: 155 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 11th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @kyoka_shinohara
Instagram: @kyoka_shinohara_
SHOWROOM: @48_KYOKA_SHINOHARA
Blog: 篠原京香
Kyoka Shinohara Facts:
— Her nickname is “Kyoppii” (きょっぴー).
— Her member color is light blue.
— Her hobbies are listening to hip-hop, visiting bubble tea shops, makeup research, and looking at deep-sea fish.
— Her special skills are dancing, jumping from one foot to the other, mixing dolsot bibimbap, and impersonations.
— Her dream for the future is to be famous.
— Her favorite food is bubble tea.
— Her favorite word is “Limited-time offer” (期間限定).
— Message: I’ll do my best to make everyone smile! Thank you for your support!
— She has been learning dance since she was five years old.
— She has been a fan of the 48Groups since elementary school.
— She failed four auditions for the 48Groups, including one for STU48, before passing.
— She auditioned for SKE48 because she loves Akari Suda and wanted to be in the same group as her.
— She is also a fan of NMB48 and likes Mikana Yamamoto (Team M).
Ena Suzuki
Birth Name: Ena Suzuki (鈴木愛菜)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: January 9, 2004
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 158 cm (5’2″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 9th
Units/Clubs: Coming Flavor
Twitter: @_enatan0109_
Instagram: @_enatan0109_
Blog: 鈴木愛菜
Ena Suzuki Facts:
— Her nickname is “Enatan” (えなたん).
— Her catchphrase is, “‘Enatan Smile’ is a smile that aims at your heart (zukkyun).”
— Her member colors are orange and purple.
— Her hobbies are watching sports and makeup.
— Her special skill is charming others.
— She is still looking for a dream for the future. Previously, she said it was to be an idol who makes everyone smile.
— Her favorite foods are chocolate and yakiniku.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Once-in-a-lifetime chance” (一期一会).
— Message: Please come and see me in person.
— Team E‘s Nao Fukushi dotes on her.
Sara Suzuki
Birth Name: Sara Suzuki (鈴木愛來)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: October 3, 2006
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Chiba Prefecture
Height: 158 cm (5’2″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 12th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @saatan1031
Instagram: @saatan1031
SHOWROOM: 48_SARA_SUZUKI
Blog: 鈴木愛來
Sara Suzuki Facts:
— Her nickname is “Saatan” (さーたん).
— Her member colors are light blue and light blue.
— Her hobbies are listening to music and reading manga.
— Her special skills are imitating faces, memorizing, and walking on stilts.
— Her dream for the future is to be an idol who also works as an actress.
— Her favorite foods are meat, seafood, and sweets.
— Her favorite words are “Innocent” (天真爛漫) and “Nature” (自然).
— Message: I hope to give everyone lots of energy with my smile and positive spirit!
— She is a former member of Shibu3 Project.
— Before joining SKE48, she competed in the survival show OUT OF 48 but was ultimately eliminated.
— She is the first 12th generation member to be promoted.
Airi Nakano
Birth Name: Airi Nakano (中野愛理)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: March 24, 2001
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 162 cm (5’4″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 3rd Draft
Units/Clubs: Coming Flavor
Twitter: @airi_nakano_
Instagram: @airi_nakano_
Blog: 中野愛理
Airi Nakano Facts:
— Her nickname is “Loverin/Raburin” (らぶりん).
— Her catchphrase is, “What size do you love? S-size? M-size? (L-size~!) Loverin! (Only love!)”
— Her member colors are pink and white. In Coming Flavor, it’s purple.
— Her hobbies are watching idols, eating ramen, and visiting cafés.
— Her special skills are keeping her bangs in place no matter how hard she dances and eating hot and spicy food.
— Her dream for the future is to be a model.
— Her favorite foods are ice cream, strawberries, ramen, and beef tongue.
— Her favorite phrase is, “It’s great that you work hard every day~” (毎日がんばってて偉いね〜).
— Message: Thank you for finding me and choosing me out of so many idols out there. I will do my best to be a source of energy for everyone!
— She has dreamed of being an idol since 4th grade.
— She auditioned for SKE48’s 6th and 7th generations, as well as for HKT48, but failed them all.
— Her strength is being competitive.
— Her weakness is her negativity.
— In 2021, she won the grand prix of the “AKB48 Group x bis x SHOWROOM Audition” and became a regular model for bis for a year.
Mio Nishii
Birth Name: Mio Nishii (西井美桜)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: March 16, 2001
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Osaka Prefecture
Height: 154 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: N/A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 10th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @_mio0316_
Instagram: @_mio0316_
Blog: 西井美桜
Mio Nishii Facts:
— Her catchphrase is, “Together with everyone, 24130! Sanjuumaru~”
— Her member colors are yellow-green and green.
— Her hobby is watching idols.
— Her special skill is painting.
— Her dream for the future is to live abroad.
— Her favorite foods are salmon toro and chocolate.
— Her favorite phrases are “I don’t know” (知らんけど) and “Cute” (かわちい).
— Message: Thank you very much for all your support! And I look forward to working with you in the future!
— She also auditioned for HKT48 and SKE48’s 9th generation, but failed.
Fuyuka Fujimoto
Birth Name: Fuyuka Fujimoto (藤本冬香)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: April 3, 1998
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Hiroshima Prefecture
Height: 157 cm (5’2″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 9th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @fuyuka0403
Instagram: @fuyuka_43
Threads: @fuyuka_43
Blog: 藤本冬香
Fuyuka Fujimoto Facts:
— Her nickname is “Fuyuppi” (ふゆっぴ).
— Her catchphrase is, “Spring, Summer, Autumn? Fuyuka!” (“Winter” in Japanese is “Fuyu”)
— Her member colors are purple and purple.
— Her hobbies are interacting with animals, watching Hiroshima Toyo Carp games, and listening to music.
— Her special skills are reciting pi and imitating a goldfish
— Her dreams for the future are to be a SKE48 senbatsu member and to sing a duet with Sarina Soda.
— Her favorite foods are strawberries, hot udon noodles, cheesecake, and onigiri.
— Her favorite word is “Dream” (夢).
— Message: Thank you for your support! I will do my best to make many dreams come true, so please support me!
— She aspired to become an idol after seeing the music video for “Heavy Rotation” by AKB48.
— She is a tourism ambassador for HIT Hiroshima.
—Her fans are called “Oden no Kai” (おでんの会) meaning “Oden meeting.”
— She is a fan of former Team KII member Sarina Soda
Member on Hiatus:
Sakura Yamamura
Birth Name: Sakura Yamamura (山村さくら)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: September 20, 2006
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 155.8 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 11th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @ske48_sakura
Instagram: @ske48_sakura
SHOWROOM: 48_SAKURA_YAMAMURA
Blog: 山村さくら
Sakura Yamamura Facts:
— Her nickname is “Sakkuu” (さっくぅ).
— Her member colors are pink and yellow-green.
— Her hobby is visiting buckwheat soba shops.
— Her special skills are eating a lot and drawing.
— Her dream for the future is to be appointed as an ambassador for Japan.
— Her favorite foods are buckwheat soba, meat, chocolate, pudding, cookies, crab cream croquettes, her mom’s gratin, and her grandma’s hamburger steak.
— Her favorite words are “Ehehe” (えへへ) and “Gratitude” (感謝).
— Message: I’ll do my best to be an idol that can make anyone who sees me smile! I look forward to working with you.
— From 2014-2022, she was a member of the Nagoya-based local idol group Twinkle under the name “Sakkuu.”
— Her older sister, Saki Yamamura, was a member of the same group.
— She also auditioned for ≒JOY, but failed.
— Her oshimen is Ayaka Sasaki from Momoiro Clover Z.
— If she could do a self-produced corner in the AKB Newspaper, she would do a corner introducing members’ pets.
— As of September 1, 2024, she is on hiatus to focus on her studies.
Former Members:
Eiko Maeda
Birth Name: Machiko Tezuka (手束真知子)
Stage Name: Eiko Maeda (前田栄子)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: February 25, 1986
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Hyogo Prefecture
Height: 154 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 2nd
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @machi_pie
Instagram: @machikotezuka
YouTube: 手束真知子
Blog: 手束真知子公式ブログ
Eiko Maeda Facts:
— Her nickname is “Eeko” (え～こ).
— Her hobbies are cleaning and diving.
— Her special skills are cooking and dancing.
— Her dream for the future was to be a TV personality.
— Her favorite foods are strawberries and yogurt.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Everything for HAPPY” (すべてはHAPPYのために).
— Message: Since I am the oldest, I will do my best with a smile as much as the younger ones!
— Her shoe size is 23 cm.
— Before joining SKE48, she was a gravure idol from 2004-2007 under the stage name Harada Ourei (原田桜怜).
— She had breast reduction surgery in 2007.
— Nine months after joining SKE48, she was transferred to SDN48 and became a first generation member under her birth name (Machiko Tezuka).
— She graduated from SDN48 in 2012. She is now a gravure idol and a TV personality and runs a gravure idol café named Gradol Bunkasai.
Yuri Ichihara
Birth Name: Yuri Ichihara (市原佑梨)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: May 15, 1987
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 166 cm (5’5″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 2nd
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @yuriichihara
Instagram: @yuri_ichihara
TikTok: @yuriichihara
Blog: 市原佑梨
Yuri Ichihara Facts:
— Her nickname is “Yuririn” (ゆりりん).
— Her hobbies are eating bread, aromatherapy, yoga, pilates, and ballet.
— Her special skills are baking bread, making character bentos, and wearing suits.
— Her dream for the future was to be a multi-talent.
— Her favorite food is mille-feuille.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Once-in-a-lifetime chance” (一期一会).
— Message: I’m Yuririn, a laid-back person who takes things at her own pace. I would like to show a different Yuririn on stage! I look forward to working with you!
— Her shoe size is 23.5 cm.
— Her charm point is her eyes, which disappear when she smiles
— She and Eiko Maeda were close friends, and Eiko described her as “the No. 1 person I want to have as a wife.”
— She has a calm personality, and her teammates said she is healing to be around.
— She graduated on November 30, 2009. Afterwards, she moved to Tokyo and worked as a TV personality for Discovery Entertainment. She is currently a travel influencer.
Tomoka Wakabayashi
Birth Name: Tomoka Wakabayashi (若林倫香)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: April 23, 1996
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 157 cm (5’2″)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 2nd
Units/Clubs: Culture Club
Twitter: @tomoka_w
Instagram: @tomoka_w0423
Blog: 若林倫香
Tomoka Wakabayashi Facts:
— Her nickname is “Tomonyan” (ともにゃん).
— Her catchphrase was, “Tomonyan nyan nyan, Tomonyan nyan nyan, Tomonyan nyan nyan, always powerful Tomonyan nyan ♪”
— Her member colors were light blue, dark blue, or purple.
— Her hobbies are reading, watching anime, listening to music, dancing, and go-karting.
— Her special skill is unicycling.
— Her dream for the future was to work in a unit like AKB48‘s DIVA.
— Her favorite food is grapes.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Thank you” ( ありがとう).
— Message: I am still a novice, but I will continue to work hard so that I can give a performance that will bring smiles to the faces of those watching.
— Her shoe size is 23.5 cm.
— She auditioned for SKE48’s first generation, but failed.
— Her strength is being enthusiastic about things.
— Her weakness is thinking negatively.
— She has a kind and caring personality, and was called “a big sister to everyone.”
— She graduated on September 8, 2012 to focus on school. She is now a voice actress and a stage actress under AZ Creative.
Sawako Hata
Birth Name: Sawako Hata (秦佐和子)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: September 14, 1988
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Osaka Prefecture
Height: 161 cm (5’3″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 3rd
Units/Clubs: NO NAME, Undergirls
Twitter: @shawako_914
Blog: 秦佐和子
Sawako Hata Facts:
— Her nickname is “Shawako” (しゃわこ).
— Her catchphrase was, “I get shy when people stare at me too much. Can you feel my shyness? My name is Shawako, or Sawako Hata.”
— Her member colors were pink and blue.
— Her hobbies are baking sweets and listening to music.
— Her special skills are violin, kendama, theater appreciation, and making accessories.
— Her dream for the future was to become a voice actress.
— Her favorite foods are curry and rice, white chocolate, canned pineapple, white rice, and salmon.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Cheerful and positive.” (明るく積極的に).
— Message: “I am willing to challenge everything cheerfully and positively, so I look forward to your support!!”
— She is a big fan of Tarazuka Theatre.
— The members voted her the most stubborn member.
— She has a fear of heights.
— According to the other members, she likes wearing maid-style dresses in private.
— She has a degree in computer engineering.
— She ranked #33 and #25 in the 3rd and 4th Senbatsu elections.
— Her favorite voice actresses are Yukari Tamura and Yui Horie.
— She is a member of NO NAME, and voiced Suzuko Kanzaki in AKB0048.
— She graduated on May 6, 2013 to attend a school for voice actors. She is now a voice actress under Mausu Promotion and is a member of the unit Pastel*Palettes.
— On June 30, 2023, she announced her marriage to a non-celebrity man.
Shiori Ogiso
Birth Name: Shiori Ogiso (小木曽汐莉)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: September 15, 1992
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 153 cm (5″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 3rd
Units/Clubs: Undergirls
YouTube: おぎそさんときざきさん
Blog: 小木曽汐莉 (Archived)
Shiori Ogiso Facts:
— Her nickname is “Shiorin” (しおりん).
— Her catchphrase was, “A child on the outside, an adult on the inside. Although I look like this, I am Shiori Ogiso, aka Shiorin, _years old. My charm point is my small face.”
— Her member colors were pink and white.
— Her hobbies are shopping and playing with cats.
— Her special skill is hip-hop dance.
— Her dream for the future was to have many acting jobs.
— Her favorite foods are natto, hamburgers, and monjayaki.
— Her favorite word is “LOVE.”
— Message: Thank you for all your support. I will continue to move forward in my own way!
— Some members called her “Goma” (meaning sesame seed) or “Gomatan” because her face is small like a sesame seed.
— She was Team KII’s self-proclaimed “sexy member.”
— She and Yuria Kizaki are close friends and run a YouTube channel together.
— Her personality is shy and kind.
— Her favorite artist is Namie Amuro, and her favorite actor is Johnny Depp.
— She has poor eyesight and wears contacts.
— Her favorite emoticon is ” (・*・ゴマ)3″, which is a sesame seal.
— She graduated on May 6, 2013. She is not currently in entertainment, but is still a YouTuber with Yuria Kizaki.
— In 2015, she got married. Her husband is a police officer and the two were classmates in junior high.
Ririna Akaeda
Birth Name: Ririna Akaeda (赤枝里々奈)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: July 3, 1996
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 154 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 2nd
Units/Clubs: Cooking Club
Blog: 赤枝里々奈 (Archived)
Ririna Akaeda Facts:
— Her nickname is “Riri” (リリ).
— Her catchphrase was, “With my bursting heart, I will make you all melt in love.”
— Her member color is pink.
— Her hobby is reading manga in the bath.
— Her special skills are ballet, forward bending, and tea-tasting.
— Her dream for the future was to be a talent who can be active in various places and to be the pink Sentai ranger.
— Her favorite foods are cake and fried shrimp.
— Her favorite word is “Cute~” (かわいい～).
— Message: I will do my best every day with your support! My charm points are my tiny hands and my cheeks, which easily turn red!
— She is a fan of Mariko Shinoda and Ayaka Kikuchi (both ex-Team A).
— She graduated on May 6, 2013 to focus on school. She is no longer active in entertainment.
Mitsuki Fujimoto
Birth Name: Mitsuki Fujimoto (藤本美月)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: September 21, 1995
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 155 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 5th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @mtk_fjmt0921
Instagram: @mmmitsuki0921
Ameblo: 藤本美月
Blog: 藤本美月 (Archived)
Mitsuki Fujimoto Facts:
— Her nickname is “Mikkii” (みっきー).
— Her catchphrase was, “Lucky! Lively! (Mikkii!) I’m Mizuki Fujimoto, a.k.a. Mikki!”
— Her member colors were pink, pink, and pink.
— Her hobbies are shopping and baking cookies.
— Her special skills are gymnastics and playing with small children.
— Her dream for the future was to be a talent.
— Her favorite food is her mother’s homemade hamburger.
— Her favorite word is “Triumphant” (意気揚々).
— Message: I will always do my best to keep a smile on my face, so thank you for your support.
— At the 2013 Kōhaku Uta Gassen, she demonstrated her gymnastics skills with a back handspring.
— She is the eldest of four siblings.
— She has been playing piano since she was nine.
— Her favorite manga is is ONE PIECE.
— She was vice-captain of her school’s basketball club.
— Some members nicknamed her “Mom” because of how reliable and caring she is.
— She graduated on May 6, 2013 to focus on her studies. She is now a nursery teacher and is married with two children.
Rina Matsumoto
Birth Name: Rina Matsumoto (松本梨奈)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: September 3, 1993
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 159 cm (5’3″)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 2nd
Units/Clubs: Next Girls
Blog: 松本梨奈 (Archived)
Rina Matsumoto Facts:
— Her nickname is “Matsurina” (まつりな).
— Her catchphrase was, “I want to look at you in a soft mode, always smiling Rina.”
— Her member color is pink.
— Her hobbies are lazing around, cooking, and baking sweets.
— Her special skill is clarinet.
— Her dream for the future was to be an actress.
— Her favorite food is melon.
— Her favorite word is “I love you” (愛してる).
— Message: I will never forget my original intention and will continue to move forward always with smiley Rina ♪ fluffy Rina ♪, so thank you all for your support.
— She is skilled at massaging, and would massage her teammates after difficult practices.
— Her teammates voted her as having the lamest clothes.
— She says “You’ve got to be kidding me.” (まぢ、ふざけんなよ) frequently.
— Her strength is being funny.
— Her weakness is getting angry easily.
— She was known for not cleaning her locker enough and keeping it dirty.
— She graduated on April 29, 2014 to concentrate on her studies. She is no longer active in entertainment.
Tomoko Katō
Birth Name: Tomoko Katō (加藤智子)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: April 28, 1987
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 158 cm (5’2″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 2nd
Units/Clubs: Art Club
Twitter: @moco620428
Instagram: @tomoko.kato.mocomoco
Blog: 加藤智子 (Archived)
Tomoko Katō Facts:
— Her nicknames are “Moco” (モコ) and “Moco-chan” (モコちゃん).
— Her catchphrase was, “Tomoko, mokomoko, fluffy, fluffy, mokomoko.”
— Her member colors were white and pink.
— Her hobbies are shopping, beauty, and fashion coordination.
— Her special skill is healing everyone.
— Her dream for the future was to be a model.
— Her favorite food is bing cherries.
— Her favorite word is “Gamubaru” (ガムばる).
— Message: I would like to work in still photography, mainly modeling and gravure. I would like to do my best to appeal to people in order to make my dream come true, so please support me!
— Before joining SKE48, she was a model under Vithmic Model Agency.
— In 2014, she won the grand prix in Miss FLASH (a gravure competition).
— Her personality is soft and healing.
— She is left-handed.
— She graduated on September 29, 2014 to focus on her career as an actress and gravure model. She is currently an actress under Gekidan Himawari.
— In July 2022, she got married. Several of her former SKE48 teammates attended.
Yukiko Kinoshita
Birth Name: Yukiko Andrea Kinoshita (木下有希子ンドレア)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: December 20, 1993
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 160 cm (5’3″)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese, Colombian
Generation: 3rd
Units/Clubs: Next Girls
Instagram: @ykk_1220
TikTok: @yukiko1220
Threads: @ykk_1220
Ameblo: 木下ミシェル
Blog: 木下有希子 (Archived)
Yukiko Kinoshita Facts:
— Her nickname is “Yukko” (ゆっこ).
— Her catchphrase was, “Say yeah! (Yeah!) Say yeah! (Yeah!) Say Yukko! (Yukko!) Say Yukko! (Yukko!) Today, I will bring you all a very excited Yukko! This is Yukko and Yukiko Kinoshita!”
— Her member colors were red and blue.
— Her hobbies are dancing, fashion, music, and watching DVDs.
— Her special skill is dancing.
— Her dream for the future was to be a fashion model.
— Her favorite food is yakiniku.
— Her favorite phrase is, “One day to cry, one day to laugh” (泣いても一日 笑っても一日).
— Message: Be yourself and move forward at your own pace!
— She is half-Colombian and half-Japanese.
— She was rated the best dancer in SKE48.
— Her personality is lonely, spoiled, and competitive.
— She had to repeat a year of high school after she didn’t have enough credits to graduate due to her idol activities.
— Her strength is being friendly.
— She has a black belt in karate.
— Her favorite artists are BIGBANG, Namie Amuro, and Britney Spears.
— Her favorite characters are Duffy the Disney Bear and Boof from Suzy’s Zoo.
— She graduated on November 27, 2014 to focus on a modeling career. From 2016-2018, she was a model under Central Japan Agency with the stage name “Michelle Kinoshita” (木下ミシェル).
— In April 2018, she ended her contract and announced her marriage to a civilian man. She is currently a mother of two daughters and is no longer in entertainment. However, she still updates her SNS occasionally.
Honoka Mizuno
Birth Name: Honoka Mizuno (水埜帆乃香)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: September 1, 1995
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 173 cm (5’8″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 4th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @Honoka_m0901
Instagram: @Honoka_m0901
Blog: 水埜帆乃香 (Archived)
Honoka Mizuno Facts:
— Her nickname is “Honopanman” (ほのぱんまん).
— Her catchphrase was, “Please join us, everyone. Cozy, (friendly!), relaxing, (friendly!)”
— Her member colors were red and white.
— Her hobbies are people-watching, shopping, watching movies, and taking pictures of landscapes.
— Her special skill is saxophone.
— Her dream for the future was to be a model who can work in the world.
— Her favorite food is matcha-flavored food.
— Her favorite phrase is, “I can manage!!” (なんとかなる!!).
— Message: From now on, I would like to improve my strengths even more!! Honoka Mizuno will do her best.
— Her personality is shy and laid-back.
— Her favorite artists are BoA, Maiko Nakamura, EXILE, and Kana Nishino.
— She has a drivers license.
— Her favorite colors are red, white, light blue, black, yellow, and more.
— She graduated on December 31, 2014 to pursue a career as a model. She currently works as a model, although she is not currently under any agencies.
Mizuho Yamada
Birth Name: Mizuho Yamada (山田みずほ)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: May 25, 1997
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 158 cm (5’2″)
Blood Type: AB
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 5th
Units/Clubs: Future Girls
Blog: 山田みずほ (Archived)
Mizuho Yamada Facts:
— Her catchphrase was, “I’m Mizuho Yamada from Team KII, who loves rabbits.”
— Her member colors were pink, yellow, and white.
— Her hobbies are reading and listening to music.
— Her special skill is track and field (running, jumping).
— Her dream for the future was to be a person who can make someone happy.
— Her favorite food is chocolate.
— Her favorite word is “Compassion” (思いやり).
— Message: I will do my best with a sparkling smile to make everyone smile!!
— She has a shy and serious personality.
— When she first joined SKE48, all of her clothes, bags, and accessories had rabbits on them, making her teammates nickname her “Usagi” (rabbit.)
— She can play guitar and owns a red Fender Stratocaster and a pink Hello Kitty guitar.
— She has a gluten allergy.
— Her favorite artists are L’Arc~en~Ciel, Acid Black Cherry, and Golden Bomber.
— She and Ami Miyamae (ex-Team S) would share hotel rooms.
— She graduated on February 28, 2015 to pursue a career in fashion. She is no longer active in entertainment.
Nana Yamada
Stage Name: Nana Yamada (山田菜々)
Birth Name: Nana Nakayama (中山菜々)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: April 3, 1992
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Osaka Prefecture
Height: 152.6 cm (5″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 1st (NMB48)
Units/Clubs: Cooking Club, Driving Club, Next Girls, Undergirls
Twitter: @yamada7dayo
Instagram: @tannana.yamada
TikTok: @yamadanana0403
YouTube: 山田菜々
Blog: 山田菜々(Archived)
Nana Yamada Facts:
— Her personality is dependable, but also careless and lazy.
— From 2008-2009, she was a member of the Hello! Project group SI☆NA.
— Her hobbies are sword fighting and listening to music.
— Her special skill is being able to sleep anywhere.
— Her favorite foods are her family’s special nabe, curry udon, and watermelon.
— Her favorite characters are Hello Kitty and My Melody.
— Originally, she was the captain of NMB48 Team M, and held a concurrent position in SKE48 from February 2014 to March 2015.
— Before joining NMB48, she worked part-time as a clerk at a family restaurant, a convenience store, and an izakaya.
— She also has a semi-truck driving license, and says she would have been a truck driver if she hadn’t joined.
— She was the oldest member of NMB48’s 1st generation, and was teasingly called “babaa” (granny) by her bandmates.
— Her younger brother is Yuma Nakayama, an actor under Johnny & Associates and former member of NYC.
— Her little sister is Suzu Yamada, former co-captain of Team BII.
— She admitted to having the dirtiest locker at NMB48’s theater, and said she rarely cleaned her room either.
— She graduated on April 3, 2015. Afterwards, she worked as a model and actress until she retired from the entertainment industry in 2021. She is still active on social media.
Airi Furukawa
Birth Name: Airi Furukawa (古川愛李)
Position: Vocalist, Leader (2014-2015)
Birthday: December 13, 1989
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 155 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: AB
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 2nd
Units/Clubs: Art Club, Undergirls, Next Girls
Twitter: @chibiairin_f / @black_rin2
Instagram: @baby_rin12
Ameblo: 古川愛李の日記
Blog: 古川愛李 (Archived)
Airi Furukawa Facts:
— Her nickname is “Airin” (あいりん).
— Her catchphrase was, “I love anime more than three meals a day!”
— Her member colors were red and green.
— Her hobbies are drawing, reading manga, watching anime, musicals, and comedy, and looking for UFOs.
— Her special skill is drawing.
— Her dream for the future was to be an anisong singer.
— Her favorite food is chocolate.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Don’t give up. There must still be a way. If there isn’t, we will create one” (あきらめるな。まだ何か方法があるはずだ。なければ作り出すまでだ).
— Message: I will continue to bring out the charm of Furukawa in a way that is uniquely Furukawa! I look forward to working with you!
— Before joining SKE48, she auditioned for Morning Musume twice, but failed.
— She is rumored to have worked as a voice actress under the stage name Ruka Harukawa (春川瑠花) pre-debut.
— Her teammates describe her as a “pervert.”
— She loves frogs, reptiles, and mushrooms; she chose red and green as her colors because they remind her of tree frogs.
— Her vocal skills and stability were praised by the theater manager.
— On members’ birthdays, she would draw their portraits.
— Her personality is always positive. Her strength is her positivity.
— She attended a fashion-specialty college, and is skilled at sewing. She often makes her own cosplays.
— Her ideal date would be a factory tour.
— Her type of man is someone funny who accepts the fact that she is an anime otaku.
— She is close with Rena Matsui (ex-Team E) and Akane Takayanagi.
— She graduated on March 31, 2015 to pursue a career as an artist. She is currently an illustrator under Mousa.
— In 2018, she announced her marriage to a civilian man. The couple curently have two children.
— The same year, her manga series Chibi Airin no Yuruyaka na Nichijou was made into an anime, with the protagonist voiced by herself.
Riho Abiru
Birth Name: Riho Abiru (阿比留李帆)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: July 17, 1993
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 166 cm (5’5″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 2nd
Units/Clubs: Upcoming Girls
Twitter: @riho_abiru
Instagram: @riholiday717
Threads: @riholiday717
Ameblo: 阿比留李帆 official blog
Blog: 阿比留李帆 (Archived)
Riho Abiru Facts:
— Her nickname is “Rii-chan” (りぃちゃん).
— Her catchphrase was, “Excitement rising inside of you, Mode Switch ON!”
— Her member colors were pink and purple.
— Her hobbies are shopping and eating.
— Her special skill is eating (she once ate over 20 plates of sushi in one sitting.)
— Her dream for the future was to be a model.
— Her favorite food is basil salmon.
— Her favorite phrase is, “The stage never lets you down.”
— Message: I want to be able to bring smiles to many people. Thank you for your support ♡
— Before joining SKE48, she had done multiple idol auditions (including for SKE48’s first generation) but failed them all.
— She loves idols and researching idols.
— She likes going to bed early, getting up early, and cute things.
— Her favorite character is Shellie Mae the Disney Bear.
— Her personality is noisy, easily excited and easily calmed-down.
— She had to repeat a year of high school.
— She graduated on April 30, 2015. She worked as a talent until retiring from the entertainment industry in 2019.
— In May 2023, she announced her marriage to a civilian man.
Saki Goudo
Birth Name: Saki Goudo (神門沙樹)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: January 29, 1996
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Shimane Prefecture
Height: 168 cm (5’6″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 1st Draft
Units/Clubs: N/A
Blog: 神門沙樹 (Archived)
Saki Goudo Facts:
— Her nickname is “Goudo-chan” (神門ちゃん).
— Her catchphrase was “What’s my call? (Goudon!) I want to be as fleeting and beautiful as a rose. I’m Saki Goudo from Shimane Prefecture.”
— Her member colors were red and blue.
— Her hobbies are eating as much as she can, playing games, and listening to Western music and movies.
— Her special skills are limited communication speed and looking neat and clean.
— Her dream for the future was to be big.
— Her favorite food is anything except marshmallows.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Every beginning has an end” (始まれば終わる).
— Message: Have fun! Please take care of me!
— She is the first 48 Group member to come from Shimane Prefecture.
— She is the tallest idol among the 1st generation draftees.
— Her favorite artist is Shōgo Hamada. She is also a fan of Taylor Swift.
— Her personality is shy.
— She graduated on November 19, 2015 to pursue a new dream. She is no longer active in entertainment.
Yukari Yamashita
Birth Name: Yukari Yamashita (山下ゆかり)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: March 12, 1996
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 156 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese, Filipina
Generation: 4th
Units/Clubs: Art Club
Blog: 山下ゆかり (Archived)
Yukari Yamashita Facts:
— Her nickname is “Yukapi” (ゆかぴ).
— Her catchphrase was, “Tuna mayo, kelp, salmon, or yukari, what do you like best?”
(“Yukari” is also the name of a rice seasoning made from shiso leaves).
— Her member colors were light blue or blue.
— Her hobbies are people-watching, studying idols, puzzles, and karaoke.
— Her special skill is high-speed blinking.
— Her dream for the future was to be a singer.
— Her favorite food is hamburger made by her mother.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Only you can live your own life” (自分の人生を歩けるのは自分だけ).
— Message: No matter what happens, I will continue to move forward so you will think, “I’m glad I’m a Yukari-oshi!” and I can continue to make happy reports, so please watch over me warmly.
— She can play guitar.
— Some fans say she resembles Neymar, and she would occasionally appear on SKE48 Ebi Calcio! dressed as him.
— Her personality is energetic, confident, and good-natured.
— Her strength is that she is always high-spirited.
— She loves singing, and the theater manager praised her singing skills.
— Her favorite animals are dogs, especially pomeranians.
— She often gets stomachaches.
— She graduated on March 31, 2016 to return to a normal life. She is no longer in entertainment.
— In May 2019, she got married. Aya Shibata and Mei Sakai (both ex-Team E) attended.
Anna Ishida
Birth Name: Anna Ishida (石田安奈)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: May 27, 1996
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 158 cm (5’2″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 2nd
Units/Clubs: Upcoming Girls, Art Club, Light Music Club
Twitter: @annaishida_0527
Instagram: @annaishida_0527
TikTok: @anna05278
Blog: 石田安奈 (Archived)
Anna Ishida Facts:
— Her nickname is “Annya” (あんにゃ).
— Her catchphrase was, “May I bring you a devilish present today? (it’s okay ♪ it’s okay ♪ it’s okay ♪)”
— Her member color was pink.
— Her hobbies are decoration, aroma advising, horseback riding, and cooking.
— Her special skill is decorating.
— Her dream for the future was to be a multi-talent.
— Her favorite food is dried plums.
— Her favorite phrase is, “I’ll do what I want to do!” (やりたいことはやる！)
— Message: I will continue to grow even more!
— Her father is Kenji Ishida, a former professional soccer player and current soccer coach for DolphinFC.
— As a child, she learned figure skating and trained alongside Mao Asada and Kanako Murakami.
— She also took learned dance, piano, tap, soroban, figure skating, futsal, horseback riding, Japanese dance, and attended cram school.
— In third and fourth grade, she was a child model under Suyama Production.
— She attended an all-girls school.
— She held a concurrent position in AKB48 Team B from 2012-2013.
— Hiroshi Yuasa called her a “genius.”
— She liked pulling pranks on the other members.
— She was rated one of the best dancers in SKE48.
— Her fans call her “Danna” which sounds like “Ishida Anna” and means “husband.”
— She graduated on May 26, 2017 . She currently is an influencer and a TV personality under her own company, ANNA24
— In October 2021, she announced her marriage and the birth of a daughter.
Natsuki Takatsuka
Birth Name: Natsuki Takatsuka (髙塚夏生)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: August 29, 2000
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Osaka Prefecture
Height: 157 cm (5’2″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 1st Draft
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @_natsuki829
Instagram: @_natsuki829
Blog: 髙塚夏生 (Archived)
Natsuki Takatsuka Facts:
— Her nickname is “Nacchi” (なっち).
— Her catchphrase was, “I love the sea, I love dolphins, I love to smile!”
— Her member colors were blue, light blue, and white.
— Her hobbies are listening to music and taking pictures.
— Her special skill is soft tennis.
— Her dream for the future was to be an actress.
— Her favorite food is chicken wings.
— Her favorite phrase is, “He who enjoys life wins” (人生楽しんだ者勝ち).
— Message: Please support me. Let’s have fun together!
— She is extremely shy and cries a lot, but is also said to be cheerful.
— She loves singing, and often sings while walking.
— Her favorite artist is Namie Amuro.
— Mieko Sato (Team S) described her as having “a mysterious charm that I can’t put into words.”
— She graduated on April 30, 2018. She is still active on SNS.
Yukina Yahagi
Birth Name: Yukina Yahagi (矢作有紀奈)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: March 13, 1995
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Saitama Prefecture
Height: 156 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 8th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @teethchan95
Instagram: @teethchan95
TikTok: @teethandteeth95
YouTube: 歯医者さん矢作有紀奈
Fan Club: https://yahagiyukina.bitfan.id/
Blog: 矢作有紀奈 (Archived)
Yukina Yahagi Facts:
— Her nickname is “Yahagi-chan” (矢作ちゃん).
— Her catchphrase was, “What’s a cavity? I’m going to pinch your heart, aren’t I? I’m Yukina Yahagi, the future dental doll!”
— Her member colors were purple, pink, and white.
— Her hobby is touring buffets.
— Her special skills are CPR and sexy dancing.
— Her dream for the future was to deliver beautiful teeth.
— Her favorite foods are bread, honey, and dumplings.
— Her favorite phrase is, “If you can dream it, you can do it” (夢を見ることができるなら、あなたはそれを実現できる).
— Message: I want to do my best to be recognized as SKE48.
— She is the older sister of Moeka Yahagi (ex-Team K).
— Before joining SKE48, she and Moeka were members of the underground idol group Le Petite Fleurie.
— Her favorite color is pink.
— She graduated on November 10, 2018 to focus on her dental studies.
— In February 2022, she passed the National Dental Examination. She currently works as a dental clinical resident at a university-affiliated hospital.
— She is the first 48 Group member to obtain a dental license.
Yuna Obata
Birth Name: Yuna Obata (小畑優奈)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: December 18, 2001
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 155 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 7th
Units/Clubs: Love Crescendo, Upcoming Girls, Next Girls
Twitter: @12181218Y / @ONEACE_YUPPE
Instagram: @yu_12181218
TikTok: @yupperi_1
YouTube: ゆっぺりの休日。 / ゆっぺりのガチパチ
Blog: 小畑優奈 (Archived)
Yuna Obata Facts:
— Her nickname is “Yunana” (ゆなな).
— Her catchphrase was, “It’s not a banana! It’s Yunana! What is Yunana’s favorite fruit? (It’s not bananas! It’s cherries!) I’m the airheaded and carefree Yunana or Yuna Obata!”
— Her member colors were pink and green.
— Her hobby is handmaking things.
— Her special skills are smiling and classical ballet.
— Her dreams for the future were to be a model, a voice actress, and to open a store selling handmade goods.
— Her favorite food is cherries.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Don’t be spoiled. Unless you take action, that day will never come.” (自らが動かない限り、そんないつかは絶対に来ない。)
— Message: I want to try anything!
— Her favorite animals are dogs and hamsters.
— She is a fan of anime and manga.
— The thing she can’t lose to anyone in is smiling and enthusiasm.
— Her weakness is being a crybaby.
— She auditioned for SKE48 because her mother wanted to work in entertainment, but never had the chance.
— She graduated on March 27, 2019. She is now a YouTuber and streamer and runs a fashion brand (Plume Cailin) and and a handmade accessories brand (emma). She is also a member of ONEACE, a pachislot performer group.
Kaori Matsumura
Birth Name: Kaori Matsumura (松村香織)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: January 17, 1990
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Saitama Prefecture
Height: 156 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 3rd
Units/Clubs: Senbatsu, Undergirls, Next Girls, Art Club, Cooking Club, Driving Club, Marathon Club
Twitter: @kaotan_0117
Instagram: @kaotan_0117
Threads: @kaotan_0117
YouTube: かおたんちゃんねる
Blog: 松村香織 (Archived)
Kaori Matsumura Facts:
— Her nickname is “Kaotan” (かおたん).
— Her catchphrase was, “To you today! To you! A cute delivery, moe moe kyun!”
— Her member colors were red (for tuna), green (for wasabi), and white (for rice).
— Her hobbies are horse racing (no wins), working out at the gym, cooking, eating, liking posts on Twitter, video production, and ego-searching.
— Her special skill is leg pressing 320 kg (~705.5 lb).
— Her dream for the future was to be active on variety shows.
— Her favorite foods are beef tongue, ramen, sushi, yakiniku, protein, koso genmai, egg tarts, ice cream, and rice koji amazake.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Never give up” (諦めない).
— Message: I am the oldest member of the 48 Groups. I didn’t intend to be a member for such a long time (laugh). Sometimes I am called an old man, but I will do my best not to be outdone by the younger members. Please check my SNS! I’ll do anything! Please give me work! I’ll be expecting you! Please follow me on Twitter!
— Before joining, she worked at a maid café and a cabaret club. At the café, she was coworkers with Dempagumi.inc‘s Nemu Yumemi and Yoshimotozaka46‘s Takashi was a regular customer.
— She auditioned for SKE48’s second generation, but failed.
— She chose to audition for SKE48 instead of AKB48 since she was too old for the latter.
— At 1,958 days (5 years), she holds the record for the longest period as a kenkyuusei in the 48 Groups.
— She once won a sit-ups competition on Shukan AKB, at 250 sit-ups.
— Her personality is easy-going and narcissistic; she isn’t shy. She is also known for being aggresive on SNS.
— Her favorite characters are My Melody, Doala, Little Twin Stars, Tokotan, and Pony.
— She was one of the 50 winners of the first Young Jump Gravure Competition.
— She graduated on May 2, 2019. She is currently a freelance TV personality.
— In 2020, she announced her marriage to a civilian man; in 2023, she had her first daughter.
Yumana Takagi
Birth Name: Yumana Takagi (高木由麻奈)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: August 23, 1993
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 166 cm (5’5″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 4th
Units/Clubs: Art Club, Driving Club, Marathon Club
Twitter: @yumana_takagi
Instagram: @yumana.t / @yumana_takagi
YouTube: yumana / 高木由麻奈
Blog: 高木由麻奈 (Archived)
Yumana Takagi Facts:
— Her catchphrase was, “You you Yumana, your? (Yumana) Your Yumana, I love (love) everyone.”
— Her member colors were white and white.
— Her hobbies are marathons, watching movies, and darts.
— Her special skills are music and video production.
— Her dream for the future was to create excitement and be a multi-talent.
— Her favorite foods are tantanmen and Japanese sweets.
— Her favorite phrase is, “You only live once” (人生一度きり).
— Message: I want to take on any challenge with a positive attitude. I look forward to working with you.
She admires Mayu Watanabe (ex-Team B) and was inspired by her to join SKE48.
— She won a gold medal at a national competition for saxophone.
— One thing she can’t lose to anyone else in is her love of ribbons.
— She was a university student while in SKE48.
— Her strength is always smiling and being cheerful.
— She has four sisters, who she gets along with well.
— Her mother works in the music industry.
— She graduated on May 18, 2019. From 2019-2020, she lived in London on the Working Holiday Program.
— Since 2020, she is a model under Central Japan.
Mikoto Uchiyama
Birth Name: Mikoto Uchiyama (内山命)
Position: Vocalist, Co-Leader (2015-2019)
Birthday: November 14, 1995
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Mie Prefecture
Height: 165 cm (5’5″)
Blood Type: AB
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 2nd
Units/Clubs: Next Girls
Twitter: @mikoto_uchiyama
Instagram: @mi__ko14 / @mikotouchiyama
Threads: @mi__ko14
Blog: 内山命 (Archived)
Mikoto Uchiyama Facts:
— Her nickname is “Mikotii” (みこってぃ).
— Her catchphrase was, “Risk your life anytime, anywhere! Good fortune comes to the gate of laughter! Ready, go! Nii!”
— Her member colors were orange and yellow.
— Her hobbies are listening to music and cleaning her room.
— Her special skill is tying cherry stems in her mouth.
— Her dream for the future was to be an actress.
— Her favorite foods are chanja and chicken.
— Her favorite phrase is, “When dreams are big, the roots are deep” (夢は大きく根は深く).
— Message: Please follow Uchiyama who always puts her life on the line!
— She is described as “a boyish girl who is popular among the members because of her refreshing and handsome personality.“
— Her oshimen is Honoka Mizuno.
— Her type is Kaito Kid from Detective Conan.
— She graduated on May 30, 2019. She announced her marriage in 2022.
Rinka Oshiba
Birth Name: Rinka Oshiba (大芝りんか)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: October 29, 2001
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Saitama Prefecture
Height: 154 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 8th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @rinka1029_ske48
Instagram: @rinka_1029_ske48
Blog: 大芝りんか (Archived)
Rinka Oshiba Facts:
— Her catchphrase was, “What’s the opposite of management? (Rinka!) I’m going to manage you all.”
— Her member colors were red and orange.
— Her hobbies are watching soccer games, dancing, and playing games.
— Her special skills are karate and dancing.
— Her dream for the future was to be an actress.
— Her favorite foods are sushi, potatoes, and apple pie.
— Her favorite words are “Effort” (努力) and “Smile” (笑顔).
— Message: Rinka Oshiba is still inexperienced, but I will continue to do my best, so please support me!
— Her fans are called “The Managed Team” (管理され隊, kanri sa retai).
— She graduated on November 30, 2020 due to poor health.
— From 2021-2023, she was a member of the idol group Ichizen! under the stage name “Rinka Himetsuki” (姫月りんか). She has since deactivated her SNS and is not currently in entertainment.
Yukino Shirai
Birth Name: Yukino Shirai (白井友紀乃)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: September 28, 2000
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 160 cm (5’3″)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 9th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @_yucheese
Instagram: @nodaruma
Blog: 白井友紀乃 (Archived)
Yukino Shirai Facts:
— Her nickname is “Yucchi/Yucchee” (ゆっち).
— Her catchphrase was, “Everyone! Are you ready to clap your hands? (Yeah!) Let’s go!, Ready, set, (hi, hi, hi, hi!) Everyone together? (Yuccheese!!☆) I’m Yukino Shirai, a.k.a. Yucchi!”
— Her member colors were red, white, and yellow.
— Her hobbies are acting by herself, collecting beauty information, and watching music videos while making facial expressions to match the image of the song.
— Her special skills are acting, singing, cooking, calligraphy, golf, and making accessories.
— Her dream for the future was to be an actress and a multi-talent.
— Her favorite foods are cheese and all sweet things.
— Her favorite phrase is, “One talent leads to another” (一芸は道に通ずる).
— Message: I will do my best to accomplish what I set out to do, with a strong sense of professionalism and without forgetting my gratitude to the various people I will be involved with. I look forward to working with you.
— She is the older sister of teammate Kotono Shirai.
— She graduated on December 31, 2020 due to poor health. She is not currently in entertainment, but is still active on SNS.
Narumi Kataoka
Birth Name: Narumi Kataoka (片岡成美)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: March 13, 2003
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 150 cm (4’11”)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 7th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @narumi__0313
Instagram: @kataokanarumi
Blog: 片岡成美 (Archived)
Narumi Kataoka Facts:
— Her nickname is “Narupii” (なるぴー).
— Her catchphrase was, “You too, you too, Narupii will make you happy. The smaller you are, the bigger your movement will be.”
— Her member colors were pink and purple.
— Her hobby is people-watching.
— Her special skill is calligraphy.
— Her dream for the future was to be a person who can bring smiles and hope to many people.
— Her favorite food is menma.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Just existing is good for someone”(存在するだけで誰かのためになる).
— Message: Please continue to support Narumi Kataoka!
— Her name (片岡成美) is spelled with the same kanji as ex-kenkyuusei Narumi Kawasaki.
— She describes her personality as “sharp-tongued.”
— Her weakness is being timid.
— She was the shortest 48 Group member until graduation.
— She graduated on January 20, 2021. She is no longer in entertainment.
Kotono Shirai
Birth Name: Kotono Shirai (白井琴望)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: December 1, 2002
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 157 cm (5’2″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 2nd Draft
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @_shirai_kotono
Instagram: @_shirai_kotono
TikTok: @_shirai_kotono
YouTube: 白井 琴望
Blog: 白井琴望 (Archived)
Kotono Shirai Facts:
— Her nickname is “Kocchan” (こっちゃん).
— Her catchphrase was, “Can I compress everyone’s love that I can’t hold? (Okay, okay, okay!) I’m Kotono Shirai, also known as Kocchan.”
— Her member colors were red and white.
— Her hobbies are YouTube, Passion For You (SKE48’s mobile game), and playing with pandas.
— Her special skill is calligraphy.
— Her dream for the future was to be a person that many people admire.
— Her favorite foods are spicy food and cheese tea.
— Her favorite phrase is, “There is always someone who is watching” (見てくれている人は必ずいる).
— Message: Thank you for your support! I am on YouTube! Please take a look!
— She is the younger sister of Yukino Shirai.
— Before joining, she was a member of the local idol group DELUXE COLORS!.
— She hates to lose and is a hard worker
— She is a fan of Vocaloid, and included “singing Vocaloid songs” as a hobby in previous profiles.
— Her strength is that she can get along with everyone.
— Her weakness is getting up in the morning.
— She was one of the top 4 winners of the AKB48 Group Unit Janken Tournament 2017, earning the solo song “Dare ni mo Iwanai de”.
— She graduated on January 31, 2021 to enter college and pursue a career in acting. She is now an actress and YouTuber under SpaceCraft Agency, and is majoring in psychosociology at a private university.
Akane Takayanagi
Birth Name: Akane Takayanagi (高柳明音)
Position: Vocalist, Leader (2009-2014)
Birthday: November 29, 1991
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 154 cm (5’1″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 2nd
Units/Clubs: Senbatsu, Undergirls
Twitter: @akane29_o8o / @churio8obird
Instagram: @akane_o8o
Website: https://akane-takayanagi.jp/
Blog: 高柳明音 (Archived)
Akane Takayanagi Facts:
— Her nickname is “Churi” (ちゅり).
— Her catchphrase was, “Churi is bird watching today too!”
— Her member colors were yellow and green.
— Her hobbies are cooking, photography, watching basketball games, traveling alone, and playing with and admiring birds.
— Her special skills are cooking and detailed work.
— Her dream for the future was to be an actress.
— Her favorite foods are ramen, Yakuzen hot pot, soup curry, mapo tofu, raw meat, mangosteen, and her own cooking.
— Her favorite word is “All-rounder” (オールラウンダー).
— Message: It’s been 10 years since I joined. I would like to express my gratitude to everyone who always cheers me on and supports me. The possibilities for Akane Takayanagi are still endless! …I want to be happy.
— She loves birds and owns multiple. The nickname “Churi” comes from the sound a parakeet makes.
— She was Team KII’s first leader and first center.
— According to Yuria Kizaki (ex-Team S), “Churi-san loves Team KII more than anyone else.”
— She is very caring, and would cook food for her teammates on their birthdays.
— She held a concurrent position in NMB48 Team BII from February 2014-March 2015.
— Her personality is cheerful, fluffy, stubborn, and passionate. When she first joined SKE48, she was extremely shy.
— She was one of the three winners of the AKB48 Group Solo Gravure Contest Project (FLASH).
— Her strengths are easily forgetting bad things, being competitive, and getting along with anyone.
— Her weakness is that she’s not good at cleaning.
— She calls herself the biggest Pokemon fan in SKE48. Her favorite is Chandelure.
— She used to think every country other than Japan was in America.
— Some fans say she resembles Rino Sashihara (ex-HKT48).
— She has anemia.
— She is a fan of Perfume and Hello! Project idols like Morning Musume.
— At the AKB48 Group Second Singing Contest, she placed 4th.
— She graduated on April 30, 2021. She is now an actress and TV personality under Avex Management.
Saki Takeuchi
Birth Name: Saki Takeuchi (竹内彩姫)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: November 24, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 152 cm (5″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 6th
Units/Clubs: Undergirls, Future Girls
Twitter: @saki_t48
Instagram: @takeuchisaki_1124
Blog: 竹内彩姫 (Archived)
Saki Takeuchi Facts:
— Her nickname is “Sakipon” (さきぽん).
— Her catchphrase was, “The princess who colors you aims is to be the switch hitter of SKE48!”
— Her member colors were pink and pink.
— Her hobbies are reading, watching movies, anime, stage plays, and baseball, and property hunting.
— Her special skills are updating SNS and not being shy.
— Her dream for the future was “I am searching for it (I want to try anything now.)”
— Her favorite foods are gratin and yogurt.
— Her favorite phrase is, “This is me.”
— Message: Thank you for opening this page ☺ May SKE48 and I be the reason for your smile.
— She was one of the winners in both of the Young Jump Gravure Competitions.
— Her favorite artists are miwa and SPYAIR.
— Her strong subjects are home economics, art, and physical education; her weak subjects are Japanese, math, and science.
— She is a fan of the Chunichi Dragons, and was a member of their official cheerleading team “Cheer Dragons” as a child.
— She has a younger sister.
— Her favorite sport is badminton. She was the manager of the badminton club in elementary school.
— She graduated on May 31, 2021 to work behind the scenes for Zest. She is currently an office employee in Zest’s Media Relations & Casting Department and is the first SKE48 member to become an employee of a talent agency.
Sarina Soda
Birth Name: Sarina Sōda (惣田紗莉渚)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: January 18, 1993
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Saitama Prefectuer
Height: 161 cm (5’3″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 1st Draft
Units/Clubs: Senbatsu, Undergirls, Future Girls
Twitter: @sarina_souda
Instagram: @sarisari0118 / @sarina_souda
YouTube: 惣田紗莉渚のさりちゃんねる
Website: http://www.sodasarina.com/
Blog: 惣田紗莉渚 (Archived)
Sarina Soda Facts:
— Her nickname is “Sarii” (さりー).
— Her catchphrase was, “That’s right! Support Sarina!”
— Her member colors were red and light blue.
— Her hobbies are Takarazuka Theater, singing songs from musicals, photography, watching action movies, and watching Seibu Lions games.
— Her special skills are classical ballet and tap dance.
— Her dreams for the future were to be a musical actress and to live in a castle.
— Her favorite foods are curry and chocolate chip cookies.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Be kind to others, be strict with yourself” (人に優しく、自分に厳しく).
— Message: Become one of the Kami 7 in the AKB48 general election. Become a regular participant in quiz shows.
— She auditioned for AKB48 three times, but failed all auditions.
— She also took the Takarazuka Music School entrance exam three times, but failed all three.
— For a year in junior high, she was a reader model for Love Berry.
— She loves girly fashion.
— Her favorite actress is Hiromi Nagasaku.
— Her favorite Takarazuka Revue performers are Jun Sena and Tomu Ranju.
— She was the oldest of the first draft candidates.
— In March 2021, dating rumors about her and Kento Tomioka (actor under SMILE-UP) began after photos of the two were posted online. She announced her graduation shortly after.
— She graduated on June 30, 2021 to focus on her career as an actress. She is currently an actress and singer under LLC Ars.
Hayaka Igarashi
Birth Name: Hayaka Igarashi (五十嵐早香)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: September 19, 2001
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Benguet, Philippines / Saitama Prefecture
Height: 158 cm (5’2″)
Blood Type: B
Nationality: Filipina, Japanese
Generation: 10th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @igarashi_hayaka / @hayakaiga
Instagram: @igarashi_hayaka / @hayakaiga
TikTok: @hayaka09
YouTube: 五十嵐早香(はやか)
Blog: 五十嵐早香 (Archived)
Hayaka Igarashi Facts:
— Her member colors were red, white, and purple.
— Her hobbies are cosplay, sleeping, and scuba diving.
— Her special skill is English conversation.
— Her dream for the future is to be a person with presence.
— Her favorite foods are ramen, katsudon, adobo, and melon bread.
— Her favorite phrase is, “All-you-can-eat rice” (ごはん食べ放題).
— Message: I am always striving to achieve my goals, step by step, and I would like to ask for your support!
— From the ages of 12-18, she lived in the Philippines.
— She is a former member of Aidoru Sozai, an indie idol group based in the Philippines, under the stage name “Hayayan.”
— She auditioned for MNL48‘s first generation, but failed.
— In the Philippines, she worked on the weekends as a cosplayer.
— She graduated on February 28, 2022 to pursue a solo career. She is currently signed to 01familia.
Mina Oba
Birth Name: Mina Oba (大場美奈)
Position: Vocalist, Co-leader (2014-2015), Leader (2015-2022)
Birthday: April 3, 1992
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Kanagawa Prefecture
Height: 150 cm (4’11”)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 9th (AKB48)
Units/Clubs: Drama Club, Senbatsu, Undergirls, Next Girls, Future Girls
Twitter: @mina_ovo
Instagram: @obamina__43
Threads: @obamina__43
YouTube: 大場美奈
Blog: 大場美奈
Mina Oba Facts:
— Her nickname is “Minarun” (みなるん).
— Her catchphrase was, “Are you in love with me today? Minaruun!”
— Her member colors were light blue and light blue.
— Her hobbies are shopping and cleaning.
— Her special skill is writing neatly.
— Her dream for the future is to act in a play.
— Her favorite foods are tapioca and meat.
— Her favorite word is “Stability” (安定).
— Message: Idols are the best.
— She failed AKB48‘s 2nd, 4th and 7th generation auditions before passing in the 9th generation.
— Originally, she was a member of AKB48 since 2009 until she was transferred to SKE48 in 2014.
— She was the first captain of Team 4, from 2011-2012.
— She was briefly suspended in 2011 due to a dating/drinking scandal.
— Her oshimens are Yuki Kashiwagi (Team, Shiori Ogiso, and Ayaka Murakami (NMB48 Team ).
— She is very competitive.
— She loves shoujo manga, video games, and horror.
— Her favorite movie is The Addams Family.
— Her favorite celebrity is Yui Aragaki.
— She has a certification in gas welding.
— She won a chopstick contest when she was three years old.
— Her favorite colors are pink, white, and black.
— In 2018, a fan of hers gained notoriety for selling his house to vote for her in the 10th Senbatsu Election.
— She graduated on May 21, 2022. She was the last AKB48 9th gen member to graduate. She is currently an actress and YouTuber under Japan Music Entertainment.
— In January 2023, she announced her marriage to Shuta Ishikawa, a professional baseball player for the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks.
Nao Furuhata
Birth Name: Nao Furuhata (古畑奈和)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: September 15, 1996
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 160.3 cm (5’3″)
Blood Type: Unknown
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 5th
Units/Clubs: Nona Diamonds, Senbatsu, Undergirls, Future Girls
Twitter: @alto_nao
Instagram: @nao_furuhata
TikTok: @furuhata_nao
Fan Club: https://furuhatanao.com/
Blog: 古畑奈和
Nao Furuhata Facts:
— Her nickname is “Nao-chan” (奈和ちゃん).
— Her catchphrase was, “Would you like to exchange a beautiful smile with me?”
— Her member colors were yellow-green and light blue.
— Her hobby is drinking alone
— Her special skill is playing the saxophone.
— Her dream for the future is to be a wonderful idol.
— Her favorite foods are horse-meat sashimi and matcha tea.
— Message: I want to bring smiles and happiness to your face.
— She held a concurrent position in AKB48 Team A from February 2014-March 2015.
— She is noted for her resemblance to actress Maki Horikita.
— Her personality is energetic, nervous, and clumsy.
— She likes frogs and the color green.
— She is known for her distinctive facial expressions.
— Her favorite character is Gachapin.
— She debuted as a soloist in 2017 with the single “Alface.”
— She graduated on September 30, 2022. She is currently an actress and artist under Zest.
Yuzuki Hidaka
Birth Name: Yuzuki Hidaka (日高優月)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: April 1, 1998
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 161 cm (5’3″)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 6th
Units/Clubs: Upcoming Girls
Twitter: @iamyuzuki_k2
Instagram: @yuzukihidaka_0401 / @hidaka_yuzuki
Threads: @yuzukihidaka_0401
YouTube: ドラ女ゆづきのスクイズTV
Blog: 日高優月
Yuzuki Hidaka Facts:
— Her catchphrase was, “Yuzuho! (Yuzuho!) My name is Yuzuki Hidaka, a baseball and idol lover.”
— Her member colors were red and red.
— Her hobbies are watching baseball games and studying idols.
— Her special skills are imitating baseball players, strange handwriting, and moving her knees.
— Her dreams for the future are to work in sports, to take revenge on the first pitch, and to be a barista.
— Her favorite food is everything except nuts.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Courage takes one second, regret lasts a lifetime” (勇気一秒 後悔一生).
— Message: I have been an idol for 10 years! I’m happy every day ♡♡♡ I make everyone happy! Follow me!
— She was a classical ballet dancer for 11 years.
— She is a fan of K-pop; her favorite groups are fromis_9 and MAMAMOO.
— Her favorite characters are SpongeBob and the Powerpuff Girls. She also likes Kuromi.
— She is left-handed.
— Her favorite baseball team is the Chunichi Dragons.
— She was a fan of SKE48 before joining and regularly attended handshake events. She joined because she admired Akane Takayanagi.
— She graduated on October 31, 2023 after 11 years as an idol and retired from entertainment.
Yuna Ego
Birth Name: Yūna Ego (江籠裕奈)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: March 29, 2000
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 162 cm (5’4″)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 5th
Units/Clubs: Next Girls
Twitter: @egoyuna_329
Instagram: @egochan_329
TikTok: @egoyuna_329
Blog: 江籠裕奈
Yuna Ego Facts:
— Her nickname is “Ego-chan” (えごちゃん). Previously, it was “Yuu-chan” (ゆうちゃん).
— Her catchphrase is, “I’m glued to Yuna today!”
— Her member colors are pink and yellow.
— Her hobbies are watching idols and playing with dogs.
— Her special skill is writing the kanji character for fish (魚).
— Her dream for the future is to be loved by many people.
— Her favorite foods are chocolate, fried chicken, and omurice.
— Her favorite word is “Cute” (可愛い).
— Message: Thank you for all your support. I will never forget my gratitude and will work hard to get closer to my dream! I hope I can continue to be the reason for everyone’s smiles.
— She is one of the winners in both Young Jump Gravure Competitions, and was one of the four to win a solo page in the first.
— She is the youngest member of the 5th generation.
— Her personality is extremely shy.
— She is called “everyone’s little sister” and was especially doted on by the older members.
— Her favorite character is Hello Kitty.
— In 2022, she debuted as a soloist with the single “Kimi ga Daisuki, Mitai Nandesu.” She debuted as a lyricist at the same time, writing the lyrics for the coupling song “Yumeutsutsu.”
— She graduated on December 31, 2023 and is now a soloist and talent under Zest.
Miharu Kawashima
Birth Name: Miharu Kawashima (川嶋美晴)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: December 17, 2002
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 157 cm (5’2″)
Blood Type: O
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 9th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @kawachimachan / @chimachan_sub
Instagram: @kawachimachan
TikTok: @chimachan__
lit.link: lit.link/kawashimamiharu
Blog: 川嶋美晴
Miharu Kawashima Facts:
— Her nickname is “Miharun” (みはるん).
— Her catchphrase is, “Today, too, please look out for Miharun! (Only Miharun!)”
— Her member colors are blue and pink. She chose these from Ami Kobayashi and Mai Takeuchi‘s colors.
— Her hobbies are mahjong, watching idols, photography, Sylvanian Families, and Sanrio.
— Her special skills are eating, lettering, and impressions.
— Her dream for the future is to be someone’s dream.
— Her favorite foods are ramen, meringue, and tomatoes.
— Her favorite word is “Kokushimusou” (国士無双).
— Message: Thank you for meeting me. I will do my best to be an idol who is fun to support I look forward to working with you!
— Her love of idols began with AKB48‘s Mayu Watanabe.
— Before joining SKE48, she would attend Nogizaka46‘s Kana Nakada‘s handshake events.
— She is a huge fan of SKE48’s 4th generation members.
— She graduated on June 30, 2024. She currently works as a professional mahjong player.
Ruka Kitano
Birth Name: Ruka Kitano (北野瑠華)
Position: Vocalist, Co-leader (2019-2022)
Birthday: May 25, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Gifu Prefecture
Height: 158 cm (5’2″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 6th
Units/Clubs: N/A
Twitter: @official_ruka25
Instagram: @rukakitano0525
Website: kitano-ruka.com
Blog: 北野瑠華
Ruka Kitano Facts:
— Her nickname is “Rukatin” (るかてぃん).
— Her catchphrase is, “Are you going to do your best today too? Let’s do our best~!”
— Her member colors are yellow and yellow.
— Her hobbies are Detective Conan, playing video games, and watching soccer.
— Her special skills are naming all 42 municipalities in Gifu Prefecture and pizza delivery.
— Her dream for the future is to be a model and actress.
— Her favorite food is horse-meat sashimi.
— Her favorite phrase is, “You should be selected!” (お前は選抜になれ！)
— Message: Thank you for your support. I will continue to enjoy being an idol to the fullest!
— She is the Cheering Squad Leader for FC Gifu and an agricultural support ambassador for Hida, Gifu.
— She was one of the winners of the first Young Jump Gravure Competition.
— She earned the nickname “Mad Dog of Nagoya” and “Mad Dog of SKE48” after she insulted and bit another member while appearing on AKBINGO!
— However, her personality is friendly and hard-working and she is well-liked.
— Her favorite characters are Hello Kitty and Kamen Rider.
— Her favorite animals are dogs.
— She graduated on June 30, 2024. She is currently a talent under Zest.
Airi Mizuno
Birth Name: Airi Mizuno (水野愛理)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: September 21, 2002
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Aichi Prefecture
Height: 153 cm (5″)
Blood Type: A
Nationality: Japanese
Generation: 2nd Draft
Units/Clubs: Prima Stella
Twitter: @o_o_airi
Instagram: @mizunoairi_SKE48
TikTok: @blue_sky_k2
Blog: 水野愛理
Airi Mizuno Facts:
— Her nickname is “Airitan” (あいりたん).
— Her catchphrase is, “Is Airi the best? (I love you!!!)”
— Her member color is blue.
— Her hobby is watching idol videos while lazing around.
— Her special skill is “I’m looking for it!”
— Her dream for the future is to live in peace.
— Her favorite food is seafood that doesn’t bleed.
— Her favorite phrase is, “Processing is justice.” (加工は正義 ).
— Message: I want to be a part of your life. Please don’t abandon Airi.
— The theater manager (Hiroshi Yuasa) has praised her powerful stage presence multiple times and noted she helps with tasks like merchandise sales.
— Her strengths are going at her own pace, never speaking ill of others, and being kind.
— Her weaknesses are being uptight and shy.
— She is a fan of Sakura Miyawaki (ex-HKT48, LE SSERAFIM) and collects her merchandise.
— She graduated from the group on September 30, 2024.
Note: The members’ catchphrases can be difficult to perfectly translate into English, since they often involve puns/wordplay. If you have any questions or corrections for a translation, please comment below.
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