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| AKB48’s Oguri Yui Celebrates Her 1st Photobook, Calls It a “Surprise Present” for Fans (Photo: Natalie) |
AKB48 member Oguri Yui is set to launch her very first photobook on 5 December 2025. This special release marks a fresh milestone in her career, letting fans see a more intimate, relaxed side of “Yui-yui.”
The photoshoot took place in the scenic Prefecture of Oita, where Yui Oguri was captured in graceful yukata and enjoying tranquil moments at an onsen.
The aesthetic is soft, soothing, and distinctly her — weaving together the calmness of natural surroundings and the personal charm she’s known for.
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Inside, the book goes beyond pretty pictures.
There’s a 100-question Q&A section where Oguri Yui opens up about her life, preferences, and personality.
It also includes her go-to beauty, skincare, and body-care tips, plus a showcase of favourite outfits she loves to wear in everyday life.
In recent months, Oguri Yui has been spotlighted as one of AKB48’s “absolute aces.”
She served as centre for their 66th single “Oh my pumpkin!” released this August — her third time in centre position.
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This photobook feels like a chance for fans to get closer to the person behind the stage presence.
For any J-pop idol, especially members of the 48 Group, getting the green light to release a photobook is a rare privilege that usually comes after careful planning and fan surveys by management to ensure strong demand and promising sales.
That makes Oguri Yui’s upcoming first photobook even more special — a genuine milestone in her career.
Oguri Yui shared her excitement by calling it a “surprise present” and described it as a heartfelt gift to everyone who has supported her, saying, “I hope this will make everyone say, ‘This is amazing!’”
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Packed with unique and candid moments, the book captures her lively spirit and invites fans to join YuiYui on a vibrant, personal journey.
An event for handing out copies (a fan meet & greet / signing session) is also planned, with details to be announced later.
Keep an eye out — this could be a special moment to meet Yui in person.
All in all, this photobook seems poised to be more than just images — it’s a window into Yui’s world, from her off-stage moods to her inner thoughts.