[Shueisha Inc.] This year, three candidates have been selected as new Men’s Non-no models, a stepping stone for the next generation of top models and actors. The successful candidates for the 40th Men’s Non-no Model Audition have been announced!
Shueisha Co., Ltd. Press release: October 18, 2025 To Members of the Press This year, three candidates have been selected as new Men’s Non-no models, a stepping stone to the next generation of top models and actors. The successful candidates of the 40th Men’s Non-no Model Audition have been announced!
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11454/786/11454-786-f2b6e4a7df3ea612ede777302c054f10-1280×1707.jpg Photography by Yuzo Toge [MUKU] Kouki Takahashi We are also currently working in Korea. A 19-year-old with clarity and strength *The correct reading of “高” is “はしごだか” Born June 26, 2006, from Hokkaido, height 188cm Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/t_kouki0626/ TikTok account: https://www.tiktok.com/@ko_ki.0626 【Award Winner Comment】 “When I heard I’d won both the Reader’s Award and the Grand Prix, I was so surprised, happy, and relieved that I couldn’t process my thoughts. I’ve always admired Kentaro Sakaguchi ever since my mother bought me Men’s Non-no when I was in junior high school. During the audition period, I took inspiration from popular videos and tried posting videos in genres I’d never posted before. I also made sure to post in Hangul so that my Korean fans could hear them. I’d like to one day make a name for myself in a one-week outfit feature, or a beauty feature with a “sophisticated” theme.” ◆Semi-Grand Prix
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https://www.instagram.com/hikaru_matsuoka.4/ TikTok account: https://www.tiktok.com/@hikaru_matsuoka.4 【Acceptance Comment】 “Last year, I only made it to the interview stage, and I’ve been working hard for a year. On the day I found out whether I was accepted or not, I went shopping with my mother to soothe my anxiety, but when I got the call, we both burst into tears, hugged each other, and shared our joy. My charm point is my passion. I’m as hot as a sauna (laughs), so I’d like to share that in magazines and online. I also love movies, so I’m interested in the online columns that Men’s Non-no model Yosi Suzuka serializes. I’d love to interview director Quentin Tarantino one day!” ◆Semi-Grand Prix
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https://www.instagram.com/sotaro_komiya_/ TikTok account:
https://www.tiktok.com/@sotaro_komiya 【Acceptance Comment】 “From the moment I got the call that I’d been accepted, I couldn’t stop trembling, and honestly, I don’t remember much after that (laughs). When I told my parents I’d been accepted, they were so happy, saying, ‘We knew you’d get in.’ I admire Men’s Non-no model Tone Umiya and former Men’s Non-no model Kazuma Anzai. They exude style and aura, and I’m drawn to their presence, which draws you in at first sight. I live in Kyoto and know the good things about my hometown, so I’d love to be involved in a feature that makes people think, ‘I want to visit Kyoto!'” ■ Overview of the 40th Men’s Non-no Model Audition ◆What is the Men’s Non-no Model Audition? This is a historic audition that has been held once a year since the magazine’s launch in 1986 to select exclusive models. It has been the launch pad for many stars, including Seiichi Tanabe, Shosuke Tanihara, Kentaro Sakaguchi, Ryo Narita, and Hio Miyazawa, and is a stepping stone to becoming a top model or popular actor. ◆About the Selection of the “40th Men’s Non-no Model Audition” From a total of 2,024 applications, 13 finalists were selected through the first round of judging (document screening) and the second round of judging (camera test and interview), and the results will be posted on the official website “MEN’S The contestants were published on Men’s Non-no Web (hereafter referred to as Men’s Non-no Web). The third and fourth rounds of judging were based on reader votes and editorial review (camera tests, web planning, and Instagram live streaming), with eight candidates passing the third round. Three candidates were selected as successful candidates in the fourth round. The 40th edition included the usual casual wear snaps and before/after projects on hair and fashion, as well as a number of assignments posted on TikTok and Instagram Reels, such as what was in their bag and childhood photos. The reader voting was heated, with a total of 488,045 votes. ▶Click here for details on the finalists of the 40th Men’s Non-no Model Audition →URL:
https://www.mensnonno.jp/information/645044/ ■About the “MEN’S NON-NO Special Stage” at the “Rakuten GirlsAward 2025 AUTUMN/WINTER” As a special stage for the event, MEN’S NON-NO held a fashion show. Nineteen current MEN’S NON-NO models performed a special runway show for Italian fashion brand DIESEL. Afterwards, three new MEN’S NON-NO models were announced on stage, with other current MEN’S NON-NO models looking on. Trophies were presented by current models Jin Suzuki, Yudai Toyoda, and Kota Nomura. 【Announcement Event Information】 ◆Event Name: “Rakuten GirlsAward 2025 AUTUMN/WINTER” ◆Stage Name: “MEN’S NON-NO Special Stage” ◆Date and Time: Saturday, October 18, 2025 ◆Venue: Makuhari Messe Halls 9-11 (Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture) ◆ “MEN’S NON-NO Special Stage” performers (titles omitted, listed in order of MEN’S NON-NO model experience): 【MEN’S NON-NO Models】 Mitsuharu Moriya, Keisuke Nakata, Jin Suzuki, Daisuke Nakagawa, Yudai Toyoda, Rintaro Mizusawa, Rintaro Hinotsu, Kotaro Inai, Rio Takahashi, Ogata Sosuke, Eriya, Hibiki Suzuki, Hiroto Takahashi*, Kota Nomura, Ryosuke Shisaka, Daina Matsui, Tone Kaiya, Aida Ishikawa, Shoma Arashi [New Men’s Non-no Model] Kouki Takahashi*, Hikaru Matsuoka, Sotaro Kagomiya *The correct reading of “高” is “はしごだか” ■About the new Non-no models’ upcoming activities The three new models will be making their official appearance on MEN’S NON-NO Web and official MEN’S NON-NO social media. Additionally, a special feature featuring the three new models will be featured in the combined January/February issue of MEN’S NON-NO (due for release on December 9th). Keep an eye out! ■ “Men’s Nonno” basic information
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11454/786/11454-786-5d5f59aa3c0f969a9f7c5cd06f47cc5e-2138×731.jpg A fashion magazine for men in their 20s and 30s. Founded in May 1986. A4 format / Monthly magazine (released on the 9th of every month) Official website “Men’s Non-no Web” URL: https://www.mensnonno.jp/
