Nogizaka46's Arno Nakanishi's "blt graph.vol.103" cover image unveiled

■ “Of course there are difficult times, but I’m really enjoying my activities.” (Nogizaka46’s Arno Nakanishi)

The cover image of “blt graph.vol.103” (on sale July 9th), featuring Nogizaka46’s Nakanishi Arno on the cover, has been released.

On the cover and opening page of this issue, 5th generation member Arno Nakanishi from Nogizaka46, who will start their “Midsummer National Tour 2024” on July 20th, will appear. This is her first appearance in “blt graph.” and her first cover.

The photo used for the cover expresses Nakanishi’s unique worldview that is not bound by the concept of “idol.” As she says, “Of course there are difficult times, but I’m really enjoying my activities,” you can sense from her expression that she is honestly enjoying “the present” and confident that she is able to work in her own way.

This shoot focuses on her unique presence. She wears bold outfits, including dynamic white layered outfits, in a cool and stylish way that is characteristic of Nakanishi, and exudes an overwhelming aura that stands up to any outfit. This beautiful gravure photoshoot shows off her full potential. Be sure to check out her “solo” in this 18-page long photoshoot.

In the interview, we look back on her experiences as the center for title songs and under songs, and take a deeper look into the personality of the idol known as Nakanishi Arno.

■Kanazawa Ami (The Blue Sky I Wanted to See) and Kurihara Mayu (Nijiconquistador) will also be making their first appearance!
Kanazawa Ami will be making her first appearance on the group Boku wa Mitai Aozora, which celebrates its first anniversary on June 15th and will release its third single, “Spare no Nai Koi,” on August 7th. The film captures Kanazawa’s innocent cuteness to the fullest, with scenes set at a secluded early summer beach and a peaceful guesthouse. In the interview, she speaks frankly about her current feelings as the group celebrates its first anniversary.

Introducing young actress Kataoka Rin, who has appeared in numerous dramas and movies and is scheduled to appear in the currently airing NHK morning drama “Wings of the Tiger.” This time, the photos were taken in Honmachi Street, a retro shopping street in Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi Prefecture, with a view of Mt. Fuji that has been a hot topic on social media in recent years, and around Lake Saiko, one of the Fuji Five Lakes. Kataoka’s “now” is beautifully captured amid the magnificent nature. She also attempts a fantastical shot of herself entering the lake.

Kurihara Mayu will be making her first appearance as part of Nijicon Conquistador, who will be holding their 10th anniversary concerts on July 15th and August 17th and have also confirmed to appear at “TOKYO IDOL FESTIVAL 2024.” Pay attention to the various expressions she shows through the filming in a somewhat unique worldview, including a scene that evokes the image of a “Harajuku-style red-light district” and a scene where she ties her fingers and hair with a ribbon to evoke the image of “restraint.”

A former member of Nogizaka46, she has been active as an actress since graduating from the group in 2022. Hina Higuchi, who will be starring in her first lead role in the drama “Hatsukoi Furin ~Kono Koi wo Hatsukoi to Ii Desuka~” (BS TV Tokyo), which will begin airing in July, is making her comeback to “blt graph.” for the first time in about three years. In a space filled with colorful trees and a natural breeze blowing through, we have taken a straightforward look at her beauty as she continues to take on new challenges.

In addition, the magazine is packed with the latest exclusive cuts from Sakurako Okubo’s photo book “Hito Tonari,” which goes on sale on July 20th.

Main photo: PHOTO BY HIROKAZU