“B Komachi” from the live-action “Oshi no Ko” appears in the idol special feature of “Soen”! Original costumes only available at “Soen”

■IS:SUE, FRUITS ZIPPER and other current idols collaborate with various creators! Kento Nakajima appears in the serial “Soen Danshi”

The January issue of Soen, released on November 28th, is a special issue on “Idols and Fantasy.”

We will unravel the two worlds of fashion and idols, which move the emotions of the young generation, while focusing on the keyword “fantasy.”

B Komachi from the drama and movie “Oshi no Ko” appears on the cover!

PHOTO BY Masaya Tanaka (TRON) *Main photo

■B Komachi
“Oshi no Ko”, which caused a social phenomenon through manga and anime, has finally been made into a drama and movie. Nagisa Saito, also known as “Ruby,” Nanoka Hara, also known as “Kana,” and Ano, also known as “MEMcho,” will appear on “Soen” as part of the idol group B Komachi.

In addition to the stage costumes they wore in the movie, they will also wear original costumes exclusive to “Soen” by Ayano Narita, who designed the costumes for the movie. Pay attention to the fancy and nostalgic mood of the dress with plenty of lace and decorations. Comments from the three people and columns related to the “[Oshinoko]” work are also posted.

PHOTO BY Masaya Tanaka (TRON)

■IS:SUE
IS:SUE was born from “PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS” and is rapidly gaining popularity. The girls, who have just released their 2nd single “Welcome Strangers ~2ND IS:SUE~”, will be weaving a fantastic visual story together with art director Sayako Yajima.

The story takes place during the ancient Calcareous Period, approximately 300 million years ago. What happens when IS:SUE, a “different species”, appears there? What kind of story will it be?

PHOTO BY Fujiiseiya (W)

■Idol theory after 2010
Nowadays, the world of idols is so diverse that it is difficult to summarize it in one word, with its expressions and genres of creations so diverse. In this project, we will examine the image of modern idols that empowers viewers from 2010 onwards, using the keyword “agency”, which has become a hot topic in the debate surrounding idols in recent years.

An essay questioning the agency of idols (idol) by Mana Kamioka, who conducts research on idols and idol fans; BLACKPINK, aespa, and XG by DJ Awa, a writer whose main field is K-pop.
Consists of MV analysis and a conversation between Ayaka Wada and Yukkyun.

Illustration: WALNUT

PHOTO BY Jun Tsuchiya (Bunka Publishing Bureau)

■FRUITS ZIPPER
The rapidly rising idol group FRUITSZIPPER makes its first appearance in this magazine. Stylist Itsuki Aizawa, who handles many of the girls’ costumes, styled them with the themes of “romantic and nostalgic white” and “dark fantasy and fetish black.” Pay attention to its cute and fashionable charm, which is a little different from usual.

In preparation for 2025, which marks the 3rd anniversary of the group’s formation, we also feature fantasy-filled messages from the members who are at full power, as well as an interview with Aizawa, who makes FRUITS ZIPPER shine with the power of his costumes.

PHOTO BY Akiko Isobe

■ANGERME Kamikokuryo Moe & OCHA NORMA Momo Kitahara
Moe Kamikokuryo of ANGERME, who is admired by current idols, and Momo Kitahara from OCHA NORMA, a junior group that Kamikokuryo has high expectations for, will appear.

Collage artist Karin has created a world filled with fashion items that girls will love forever. The dream-like world where Kamikokuryo & Kitahara’s photos meet Karin and excitement spreads is a must-see.

PHOTO BY Yuji Inagaki (W)

■REIRIE
REIRIE’s Rie Kaneko and Rei Kuromiya have been friends with designer Kanae Higashi of Rurumu: for 10 years. In 2023, a special discussion between REIRIE, who reunited with their fans after about five years, and Higashi, who continues to create costumes for the two, will be held.

A visual cut of REIRIE supervised by Azuma is also included. The discussion is full of interesting stories, from how they met, to creative expression, reunions, and costumes. There are also themes that we can talk about with each other because of the passage of time.

PHOTO BY Jun Tsuchiya (Bunka Publishing Bureau)

■Kento Nakajima
Kento Nakajima, who will be releasing his 1st album “N/bias” as a solo artist on Christmas (December 25th), appears in the series “Soen Danshi.” As he begins a new beginning, what are his thoughts, determination, and readiness as he earnestly faces himself, music, and creation?

In addition, there are cuts in which Nakajima is wearing six different outfits, as if to represent her various inner feelings. It is an emotional visual that directly conveys the strong feelings. This issue is an expanded version with a total of 6 pages.