[Tokyo News Service Inc.] Between reality and fantasy, the coexistence of grace and transience. The cover image for the December issue of B.L.T., featuring Sakurazaka46’s Riko Endo and Yu Murai, on sale Tuesday, October 28th, has been released!
Tokyo News Service Inc. Press release: October 22, 2025 To Members of the Press Between reality and illusion, the coexistence of grace and transience. The cover image for the December issue of B.L.T., which will be released on Tuesday, October 28th, featuring Sakurazaka46’s Endo Riko and Murai Yu, has been released! “B.L.T. December 2025 issue” released on October 28th (Tuesday) Tokyo News Service will release the entertainment magazine “B.L.T. December 2025 Issue,” featuring high-quality photo spreads and long interviews with female idols, actresses, and voice actors, on Tuesday, October 28th. Pre-orders are available at bookstores nationwide and online. Image
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/6568/3221/6568-3221-8cd3ee84356c6ab6f4e3f27fc7830b55-1907×2700.jpg “B.L.T. December 2025 Issue” Special Supplement: Double-Sided Super Large Poster of Riko Endo & Yu Murai (Sakurazaka46)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/6568/3221/6568-3221-a20a8d54cbfa389e9fde8fbdf674e64f-1907×2700.jpg “B.L.T. December 2025 Issue” Special Supplement: Double-Sided Super Large Poster of Endo Riko & Murai Yu (Sakurazaka46) Also appearing is Inoue Rina, who is about to graduate from Sakurazaka46! A long interview tracing her seven-year journey. Introducing Inoue Rina, a second-generation member of Sakurazaka46. She joined the group’s predecessor, Keyakizaka46, as a second-generation member in 2018, and has supported the group for the past seven years with her natural singing ability and variety skills. However, she will be graduating from the group after the promotion of their 13th single. She has appeared in B.L.T.’s gravure photos many times in the past, including in our sister magazine “blt graph.”, leaving us with many adorable and beautiful portraits and powerful words, and this issue features a 12-page long gravure photo and interview to commemorate her
graduation. From the relaxed demeanor of Inoue, who has grown into a mature woman, to her characteristic carefree smile, the gravure photos are packed with the beauty of Inoue Rina as she is now. The long interview, which looks back on her seven years as an idol, is also a must-read.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/6568/3221/6568-3221-42fc81f4ddb005221915c7997c5dbc1a-3900×2600.jpg “B.L.T. December 2025 Issue” ( Tokyo News Service) Photography by Tokyo Yu
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/6568/3221/6568-3221-4ce4d88ae31309074f6c98f65ac0defc-1800×2700.jpg “B.L.T. December 2025 Issue” ( Tokyo News Service) Photography by Tokyo Yu The Nogizaka46 6th Generation series has begun! In the first installment, Ogoe Hinano takes on her first solo gravure shoot! Up until now, “B.L.T.” has showcased the diverse charms of the 4th and 5th generation members through Nogizaka46’s serial project “Gravure Improvement Committee ~gravure a la mode~.” Starting with the December issue of “B.L.T.,” the long-awaited “6th Generation Series” will begin. By setting a different theme for each member and carefully capturing their individual personalities and sensibilities, the magazine will portray the charms of each 6th generation member. The first issue, a truly memorable one, features Okoshi Hinano. This time, the theme is “reminiscence,” and the photoshoot was inspired by the image of “a beautiful person sleeping in the memory” that resides in everyone’s heart. The pages are adorned with a variety of “beautiful moments” captured by Okoshi, including her natural smile in a nostalgic location and striking expressions from unexpected moments. In addition to a solo interview, the magazine also includes a “46 Questions, 46 Answers” feature, delving into her personal charm.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/6568/3221/6568-3221-9a065af1b9215f52740b1412b28141e6-1200×800.jpg “B.L.T. December 2025 Issue” ( Tokyo News Service) Photography/HIROKAZU
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/6568/3221/6568-3221-babe88b5f99d299bf5315d27147d904f-1200×800.jpg “B.L.T. December 2025 Issue” ( Tokyo News Service) Photography by HIROKAZU The blue sky I’ve always wanted to see: The friendly pair of Anou Aoi and Kudo Yui make their first appearance together in about a year!! From Boku wa Mitai Aozora, which will release its 7th single on Wednesday, December 17th, the long-awaited return of the friendly pair Annou Aoi and Kudou Yuia, who were hugely popular last year! This time, they went to a ranch. The photoshoot was held in the fun and peaceful atmosphere created by the two, with them running around in a green field with each other on each other’s backs and eating the traditional roasted Anna sweet potatoes. In the interview, we also asked the two about their attitude towards taking on the challenge as members of the Kumo group in the 7th single. Their friendship is evident everywhere, so don’t miss it!
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/6568/3221/6568-3221-e0d1c0880c30b20ec4dd5c5097ffe4ce-3900×2595.jpg “B.L.T. December 2025 Issue” ( Tokyo News Service) Photography by Kojiro Hosoi Cute and stylish—Nagisa Aoyama, Nako Misaki, Nozomi Suzuhara, and Yuina appear from Liella! Four members from Liella! of “Love Live! Superstar!!,” who are scheduled to release their “7th Live Theme Song (tentative title)” on Wednesday, November 5th, will appear: Nagisa Aoyama, Nako Misaki, Nozomi Suzuhara, and Yuna. Dressed in pink outfits, they show off a look that’s both cute and stylish. They even show innocent expressions as they leave the studio and stroll around town—the gravure is packed with the four of them in their current state.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/6568/3221/6568-3221-f4227586068630cb6e6f83d481f7ad55-1494×2240.jpg “B.L.T. December 2025 Issue” ( Tokyo News Service) Photo by HIROKAZU Getting muddy in the fields while her master’s away!? In the fourth installment of our AKB48 trainee series, 20th generation trainee Hinata Maruyama delivers a comical story dressed as a scarecrow! AKB48 is currently holding their 20th anniversary live tour, “AKB48 20th Year Live Tour 2025 ~PARTY STARTS~.” In the fourth installment of their popular trainee series, 20th generation trainee Hinata Maruyama appears. Maruyama was selected for the first time for her song “Omoide Scroll,” which was released after she won the collaborative project with Nippon Television, “Akimoto Yasushi x AI Akimoto Yasushi AKB48 New Song Battle.” She also has a unique style, with posts of her drawing unique illustrations and making amusing movements on social media going viral. We had high hopes for her comedic talent, and asked her to play the role of a “scarecrow who does whatever he wants while the owner of the field is away.” With his incredible talent, he’s filled with lively expressions and comical movements that will make anyone who sees him smile! The 48 questions and answers are sure to make you laugh, so don’t miss out. Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/6568/3221/6568-3221-4cd8a132ae5d41c5b4405a18f8ac74d6-1671×2448.jpg “B.L.T. December 2025 Issue” ( Tokyo News Service) Photography by Hiyori Korenaga Niji no Conquistador’s Mei Ishihama appears in a swimsuit gravure shoot in “adult” mode! Mei Ishihama from the idol group Niji no Conquistador, who will be holding the “Niji no Conquistador LIVE TOUR 2025 ~Heisei Reiwa Never End Sunburst~” starting on Friday, November 28th, will be appearing. Ishihama has earned a reputation for her innocent smile and healthy figure in gravure modeling, and released her first photo book last year. This time, she’s wearing outfits with a more mature vibe than usual, including a sheer black swimsuit and a loungewear-style leotard with a plunging neckline, and shows off a soft and charming expression.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/6568/3221/6568-3221-b59048252cc511dd3d17e6a40be006e1-1000×1499.jpg “B.L.T. December 2025 Issue” ( Tokyo News Service) Photography by Toru Uemura The incredibly innocent and beautiful Karina Nijisaki, who appeared like a comet, is now appearing in B.L.T.! This beautiful girl with over 220,000 TikTok followers first appeared before us in June of this year. She was named Karina Nijisaki and immediately attracted attention after starting her activities. She’s incredibly cheerful and innocent. We bring you happy gravure photos that exude her natural friendliness and easygoing nature. ○Very popular series ・#Babababambi “#Uma to Shika” Kishi Miyu & Kannan Rina ・Hello! Project “Hello Lab!!” Goto Hana & Nagano Momoha (Angerme) ・Miyazawa Tomo ukka “I & Yuu” ・Announcer Series “ANA-LOG” by Announcer Momo Nishio (Yomiuri TV) ・SWEET STEADY “Suisute no Ichi Page” by Nagisa Shoji ・Yuna “Yuna Goes! Real YRPG” ・Voice Actor/Artist Series “Real Voice” by Nao Toyama Purchaser benefits decided! ■Lawson Entertainment (※Includes online and some physical stores) 【Benefits】 You can choose from the following two types for purchase. 1. Riko Endo & Yu Murai (Sakurazaka46) – 1 double-sided poster
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https://www.hmv.co.jp/product/detail/16319725 Available at HMV&BOOKS online and select HMV stores. *Some stores may not carry this product. *Sales with bonus items will end once stock runs out. ■Seven Net Shopping 【Benefits】 You can choose from the following four types to purchase. 1. Hinano Ogoe (Nogizaka46) 1 postcard
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