With the cooperation of Tokyo Girls Collection (hereinafter referred to as TGC), IDOL RUNWAY COLLECTION, which attracted attention as a “new era girl event” in 2023, has expanded its scale and was held at the National Yoyogi Stadium Illustrated Museum as “CREATEs present IDOL RUNWAY COLLECTION 2025 Supported by TGC” (hereinafter referred to as IRC2025).
■SWEET STEADY, Rain Tree, momograci, vVibe!, and PaRet are now available! IRC2025 is opening in a gorgeous way!
The opening act isSWEET STEADY, Rain Tree, momograci, vVibe!, PaRetappeared and performed a live performance. The colorful stage production marked the beginning of IRC2025.SWEET STEADYOn stage, she was dressed in costumes in the members’ colours and captivated the audience with her performances that highlighted her individuality. He was the first batter to liven up the stage in a gorgeous way. AlsoRain TreeOn stage, they performed their memorable first single, “ILU.” The audience was excited by their dignified performance, which was hard to believe they had just made their debut in January this year.PaRetOn the stage, they performed “Brand new smile” and the powerful stage suddenly increased the excitement in the venue.
■A fashion stage that combines Japan’s leading idols with traditional culture.
On the opening stage of the “IDOL RUNWAY COLLECTION SPECIAL COLLECTION 1,” the opening performance featured the sacred Japanese ritual, “Yadoshi,” incorporating the opening performance with the concept of “Japanese and mode.” The moment you pass the arrow is a special time that symbolizes a “new beginning.” The show opened with an impressive runway show featuring kimonos, half-collars, and traditional Japanese culture, with a powerful message that carries out a new era, remaining a lingering touch to the dawn sun.
In the mysterious atmosphere surrounded by silence, when arrows are fired with graceful and dynamic performances, the stage is enveloped in glittering light.Sakurai Yui (FRUITS ZIPPER)The venue was filled with cheers and cheers, dressed in modern Japanese clothing based on black and wearing a Japanese umbrella.
Next,Kirihara Mizuki (CANDY TUNE), Okuda Ayatomo (SWEET STEADY), Furusawa Risa (CUTIE STREET), Itakura Kana (CUTIE STREET), Momiyama Himeri (Takamine’s Nadeshiko), Hazuki Saran (Takamine’s Nadeshiko), Haruno Riri (Takamine’s Nadeshiko), Tamaki Yane (Try to say Kyururin), Manaka Mana (FRUITS ZIPPER)This was a gorgeous appearance in a costume that pays homage to traditional Japanese culture.
■ Murashige Anna and Hanako liven up the venue as MCs! “It’s great to see a different side to my favorite.”
A talent who is very active mainly in variety showsMurashige AnnaAnd the comedy trioHanakoappeared as the MC and livened up the venue.
Murashige, who also appeared at the TGC held the day before, commented, “I was able to walk here yesterday as well, but today I’ll be going to be MC Murashige!”, and Hanako’s Akiyama commented, “It’s completely different from the variety show atmosphere and is really cool.” Okabe seems to be looking forward to IRC 2025, saying, “It’s great to be able to see the different side of my idols from my usual style, not just walking on the stage but also on the runway!” In the part where he spoke, Kikuta also called out to raise the liveliness of the venue, saying, “I’ll support you other than my favorite live shows!”, and Murashige also called out to the audience, saying, “I’ll support you when I can!”
■Hinatazaka46, ≠ME, FRUITS ZIPPER, CUTIE STREET, and Takamine’s Nadeshiko perform live!
The first group of artist live shows is a hot topic group produced by Sashihara Rino, a collaboration with Yoyogi Animation Academy, which celebrated its sixth anniversary in 2025.≠MEappears. The venue was enhanced by singing “Where is the Angel?”, which captivated fans with its unparalleled dance performances and powerful sound. After that, they performed hit songs from ≠ME, such as “Souwaseburiko” and “Last Chance, Last Dance,” and performed a stage performance unique to ≠ME.
The second artist live group isCUTIE STREETappears. The medley began with the classic live song “Single Cinderella,” which is popular among fans, and the debut single has surpassed 4.7 billion views of TikTok, “Is it okay to be cute?” They sang a total of three songs, including “. Audience calls rang through the venue, delivering an overwhelming performance that united the venue.
The third artist live group is a 10-member idol group produced by creator unit HoneyWorks.Nadeshiko from TakaneHowever, they will be showing off the official cover of “Sorry, Cute” which is popular. Next, they performed with “Cute for Life” and “Funsa”, and in the final “Living Beautiful”, the venue was livened up with a sense of unity dance.
Appeared in the fourth group of artistsFRUITS ZIPPERThe group performed three songs, including “NEW KAWAII,” which won the Best Picture Award at the Japan Record Awards last year, and “Pyuanzawarudo,” which was selected from the special voting project “Ishi Settori Selection,” in which fans voted for their favorite song and performed the song that was selected as number one, which was held at this event, rapidly increasing the excitement of the venue.
Decorate the final artist live showHinatazaka46When the show appeared, the venue’s voltage peaked! The live performance began with “Azato Kawaii,” which continues to capture the hearts of fans, with the lead song of her first album “Hinatazaka.” The impressive performances of all six songs, including “Am I ready?”, suddenly attracted the audience’s mood. When the final song, “Only Graduation Photos Know,” played, the venue also created a warm atmosphere.
■Add the “KAWAII” spell to your hair with a high-performance Kraitz hair iron!
It’s like a magical girl! Idols will decorate the runway with hairstyles created by popular stylists
In the special collaboration stage with CREATEs Inc., which serves as a platinum partner for IRC2025, “CREATEs present IDOL HAIR STAGE – The magic of KAWAII for your hair”Matsumoto Momona (Takane no Nadeshiko)He performed a hair styling performance using the model. Creatz’s “Macaron Curl 32mm” creates loose, fluffy curls, and has created a cute, curly half-twin tail that looks like a magical girl.
Next,Yamamoto Airi (Ma’Scar’Piece), Narumi Nagisa (The Girl Who Builts Lucky), Shiraishi Mayumi (SWEET STEADY), Fukuda Hinata (A lovely ivory), Momoka, Shikaki Jumi, Tachibana Kotomi (CANDY TUNE), Nakagawa Ruka (FRUITS ZIPPER)appears with lovely idol hair that matches the concept of a magical girl. I walked the runway with a decorated iron and cane. moreover,Higashiyama Erisa (Takane no Nadeshiko), Ishida Chiho (STU48), Hoshitani Miku (Takane no Nadeshiko), Omori Rio (Ma’Scar’Piece)When he threw the autographed ball he had into the audience, the audience cried out of joy.
Matsumoto Momona (Takane no Nadeshiko)Commenting on her impressions of using the hair iron, she said, “We were able to create a cute finish like a magical girl, which is the concept of the show!”Higashiyama Erisa (Takane no Nadeshiko)Regarding the “9012 Ion 2WAY Iron 32mm”, he said, “It was both straight and curled, so I had her wear a ponytail today, but the ponytail part can be used separately from curls and the bangs part can be used as straight, making it convenient, and it was a slurping arrangement.”
Omori Rio (Ma’Scar’Piece)He introduced the 9012 Ion Auto Move Dryer on stage, and said, “It can be easily dried with just one hand, and although it looks like a normal dryer, it is easy to dry out when the wind inside moves.” lastly,Ishida Chiho (STU48)sent a message to the audience, “Let’s all have matching ones and be cute!”
■Y2K from the 90s shows off a sporty worldview! “Zipper” collaboration stage
The collaboration stage with Zipper, a magazine that shares Shin-Harajuku culture for the Z generation, with the theme of “You decide what I’m looking for! Fashion Creators Magazine,” will feature Y2K and sporty styling that exudes the mood of the 90s.Hayase Noel (FRUITS ZIPPER), Okuda Ayatomo (SWEET STEADY), Momiyama Himeri (Takane no Nadeshiko), Ekaku Reon (≒JOY), Kawanakako Natsuki Kokoro (≠ME), Misaki Noa (Citrus Couverture), HANNA (SCORPION) Ais (iLiFE!), Korune (iLiFE!), Umeda Miyu (CUTIE STREET)has appeared on the runway.
■The Ray collaboration stage features a romantic image that gives a sense of spring!
“I want to be like me, and I want to be like that!” On the collaboration stage with Ray, a magazine that supports the self-produced support for women in her 20s who have such a fun life, she was dressed in a floral costume with a spring-like soft impression, with a romantic image.Leading Sasaki Kumi (Hinatazaka46), Tsukishi Amane (FRUITS ZIPPER), Suzuki Hitomi (≠ME), Tanizaki Saya (≠ME), Manabe Nagisa (CUTIE STREET), Kanami Mirei (≠ME), Wakaba Noa (iLiFE!), Yamada Anka (≠JOY), Kawaguchi Natsune (≠ME), Chinzei Suzuka (FRUITS ZIPPER)A total of 10 people performed a walk on the runway.
■Adorize the runway with a “cowgirl”-themed costume TGC Special RUNWAY Stage
With the theme of the 2025 spring/summer trend “Cowgirl”, the TGC Special RUNWAY Stage featured a special collaboration between TGC x IRC, featuring spring-like denim and floral patterns, mainly Western boots and ten-gallon hats. Starting with the appearance of Umezawa Minami (Nogizaka46), dressed in fashion that incorporates leather, Suzuki Hitomi (≠ME), Tomita Nanakaze (≠ME), Kanemura Miku (Hinatazaka46), Ishida Chiho (STU48), Tsutsui Ayame (Nogizaka46), Sasaki Mirei (Hinatazaka46), Sakurai Yui (FRUITS ZIPPER), and Kosaka Nao (Hinatazaka46) appeared on the runway.
The audience captivated the audience with a fashion show that transcends the boundaries of idol groups that can only be seen at IRC, and at the finale, all the idols who had colored the stage appeared, and the audience cheered loudly.
■Use “Ririmew” and “Dolly Wink” to add sparkle to your idol stage!
Ririmew, a cosmetics brand produced by Sashihara Rino, offers makeup products that make everyone in their own hands look like they are, and they wear costumes with a light spring-like colour that is impressive with lace.Ichihara Aiyumi (≒JOY), Ochiai Kirisato (≠ME), Ayase Kotori (Rain Tree), Aya (Okosama Pleat), Shiokawa Riyo (SWEET STEADY), Nagata Shiori (≠ME), Yamano Aizuki (≠JOY), Suzuki Soraka, Horima (Tangerine Couverture), Murayama Yuka (≠JOY), Tanizaki Saya (≠ME), Oshinda Mizuki (≠JOY), Higashiyama Erisa (≠Takane no Nadeshiko), Ogi Nana (≠ME)Appearances one after another.
On the talk stage, Ogi Namina (≠ME) commented on the appeal of “Long Key Piner” in “Ririmew” and commented, “I used it during the live stage, and even though I danced so much and sweated, it still keeps it beautiful without falling a millimeter!” Ichihara Aiyumi (≒JOY) praised the appeal of “Soft Crayon Liner,” saying, “I use black because it tightens when used live shows. I use brown when I want to create a private, soft atmosphere!”
Also, regarding Dolly Wink, an eye-make brand produced by Masuwaka Tsubasa, which is celebrating its 15th anniversary, Ogi Nami (≠ME) said that Pure Color Eyeshadow is “The glitter is large and sparkly, so I’m looking forward to using it at live shows!”, while Ichihara Aiyumi (≒JOY) said about Oval Multi Gel Liner, “It’s a gel liner, so you can draw it smoothly and it’s easy to use everyday!”
■IRC2025 limited stage collaborating with the TV anime “[Favorite Child]”
We have held the long-awaited collaboration project, “Ishinoko” x IDOL RUNWAY COLLECTION SPECIAL STAGE” with the world-famous hit anime that has been decided to be broadcast for the third season of the TV anime. He has become a member of B Komachi.Furusawa Risa (CUTIE STREET), Shiraishi Mayumi (SWEET STEADY), Hinata Hina (Takane no Nadeshiko), Hashimoto Momoko (Takane no Nadeshiko), Masuda Ayano (CUTIE STREET)appears. She appears wearing a costume that incorporates the image colors of the characters from “[Favorite Child]”, completely recreates the world of the TV anime. It surprised the fans at the venue.
In addition, they performed “POP IN 2” by B Komachi, a popular song in the anime, and held a collaboration performance only on this day. After seeing the collaboration, Hanako commented, “I thought it would end on the runway, but there was also a collaboration stage with “My Favorite Child,” which was really spectacular,” and Murashige Anna also looked back on the collaboration stage, saying, “It was super rare.”
He actually took the stageFurusawa Risa (CUTIE STREET)commented with a smile, “I was so happy to have been able to walk with Ai-chan.”Hinata Hina (Takane no Nadeshiko)Regarding the performance of the song “[Favorite Noko]”, he expressed his joy, saying, “It was very difficult, but I had so much fun dancing to my beloved B-Komachi with everyone who loved her.”Shiraishi Mayumi (SWEET STEADY)Regarding the costumes, she said, “They were all made into their own image colors, and that was also motivated.”
Also, regarding the third season of “[Favorite Noko]” to be broadcast in 2026,Hashimoto Momoko (Takane no Nadeshiko)commented with a look forward to seeing the first and second seasons, “I was really looking forward to the third season as well.”
And finally,Masuda Ayano (CUTIE STREET)“We hope you will enjoy the many charms of idols we bring to you, as well as the ‘[My Favorite Child]'”
■A fantastic stage with a theme of rain and sunny weather will dye the venue with the world of “LARME”
Matsumoto Karen, a regular model for “LARME”, appears!
“Sweet and cute♡ A fashion picture book for girls. The collaboration stage with the fashion magazine “LARME”, which is based on the concept of “The World of LARME”, livened up the venue with a production filled with the dreams of girls, packed with LARME’s worldview.
On the stage, expressing the rain, he was wearing lace and ribbons all over his body and holding an umbrella.Sakuraba Haruka (CUTIE STREET)appears. Next,Evacuation Amu (try to say Kyururin), Tsuki Fukano Aya (AVAM), Matsumoto Momona (Takane no Nadeshiko), Sakurai Momo (≠ME)drew the stage.
After that, it turns into a sunny sceneFRUITS ZIPPER, Kawamoto Shoru (CUTIE STREET), Honda Tamayuki (≠ME), Shirotsuki Nao (Takamine no Nadeshiko)Appears one after another.
At the end of the runway, he is also active as a regular model for LARME.Matsumoto Karen (FRUITS ZIPPER)appeared, attracting the audience with its angel-like visual.
Kawamoto Shoru (CUTIE STREET)Regarding today’s stage, he commented, “The theme was sunny, but being able to wear such a cute costume makes me feel brighter and I really enjoyed the stage!”
Escape water (try to make a kyururin)When asked about the magazine “LARME”, he talked about the appeal of LARME, saying, “They use unexpected items such as eyepatches and crosses, and there are many models that are packed with girls’ ideals!”
■Spreading new Japan culture to the world! Japanese pop stage
On the stage of “IDOL RUNWAY COLLECTION SPECIAL COLLECTION 2”, which is based on Japanese pop theme,Sakuraba Haruka (CUTIE STREET), Hashimoto Momoko (Takane no Nadeshiko), Sano Aika (CUTIE STREET), Masuda Ayano (CUTIE STREET), Suzuumi Su (Takane no Nadeshiko), Okonogi Ryuka (Jams Collection), Hibino Mena (Rough x Rough), Omori Rio (Ma’Scar’Piece), Kanizawa Moeko (≠ME)The styling features a pop-up kimono with sneakers and kimonos, creating a new Japanese culture.
■Grand finale
In the grand finale, Japan’s leading idols who appeared at IRC 2025 appeared again on the runway, bringing a spectacular ending. Okabe of Hanako, who served as the MC, seemed surprised when she saw the spectacular view of all the performers gathering on stage, saying, “There were so many of them out there!” Murashige Anna commented, “Did you all enjoy it? IDOL RUNWAY COLLECTION appears to be starting to move towards the next event! The next event will be held next spring, so please look forward to it!”, and the event concluded the roaring cheers.
■What is IDOL RUNWAY COLLECTION?
■What is IDOL RUNWAY COLLECTION?
