JAV News Roundup - June Edition - Part 2

Trapstar here, reporting live from ZENRA headquarters. Bringing you the latest buzz in the Twitter JAV space in recent days

Rena Momozono Retrieves Her Twitter

As has become customary to report frozen Twitter's of AV stars in this bi-weekly column, but out of the couple few I had to bring this specific one to light which likely entails a 'happy ending' Mine Pro's in house star Rena Momozono retrieved her Twitter following a month long hiatus. Contrary to the belief of most fans that the actress had bid farewell to the industry this time again resembling her 2016 move, it was just so that the Twitter god's weren't generous enough to let Rena skip their wrath. 

"Am I back on Twitter?"

Nonetheless, fast forward to a month and it seems like the bubbly fan favorite has managed to get back her account right out from the Twitter graves. A simple, one liner was enough to spark curiousity among her fans and more so a moment to withhold. I could certainly manage to pin a few responses down below but after navigating through a sea of 'welcome back' texts, all I could think of was this, 

By our very own 'yfoocollector', seems rather more appropriate!

Insert moist eyes emoji here, but how on earth could Twitter possibly freeze her account? Doesn't she give off the vibe of a naive bunny who's about to bunny hop her way to your heart? I can't even blame her for managing to look that cute, it's the costume for me. 

I seemingly had doubts regarding the fishy tweet, but glad it was cleared off the air later by this tweet, put up by the agency in response to Rena-chan's earlier tweet, accompanied with a screengrab.

"Everyone! It seems that Momo-chan's Twitter has been unfrozen, so please continue to support us!"

The agency even managed to get the Fitch exclusive star to hold a fan exclusive livestream on Fanza in the late hours of June 21st. An update on which was passed over to the fans earlier via Twitter. On behalf of the agency, a video delivery page was setup on the site which looks quite defunct as of now but a curious lot of fans could still access the page here and find some insider scoop. The intentions behind the livestream was kept under wraps by the agency but going by the context of this story, it was rather appropriate to organize a livestream with the fans, who hadn't interacted with the actress for a month now. I personally believe, the move was quite commendable.

"Thank you to those who came to live chat

I'm glad that there were many people who were nice to meet you and met after a long time (* ´ω` *)

Thank you so much!"

Later that day, the actress happened to put out her version of the message, sounding rather overwhelmed with all the responses she'd garnered over the couple of hours. What's funny is that this fan even managed to put up a comment like this in the Twitter thread, cracks me up everytime!

"Is your live past 12 o'clock? Grandpa seems to go to bed, ️Narutake, I want to see your boobs soon!"

For fans like me who still couldn't make it this time catching Rena over a livestream, should certainly put some ice on their burnt bruises as the Fitch exclusive cutie seemed to like some tweets related to her upcoming work with the studio, talk about loyalty. As if Fitch's announcement couldn't have arrived on a better day after Rena's account retrieval, the following day.

Now that Rena has got her access back to the account, there's not many avenues that you could certainly get to follow her, besides the actress's Twitter & Instagram, or a whole lot of AV's the actress has featured in, at R18.

Hibiki Otsuki Passes Driving Test

Next up bracing this column is the 34 year old Hibiki Otsuki with a rather amusing headline. Having had recently featured in Mikako Abe's crowdfunded retirement drama (which we'd cover next month) the actress decided it was high time to tick off another milestone of her achievement list by having cleared a certain test to attain her two wheeler license. Tweeting about the same, Hibiki linked an article that covered the actress's latest feat. 

The interview eventhough in Japanese has a lot of scoop from the actress herself, so we decided to transcribe it for our readers. The texts presented below are excerpts from the interview by Hibiki given to a moto publication site, bike-news.jp

Having had cleared the tests, the actress seemed teary eyed awaiting the results

"I didn't expect to pass because I was so careful right after the test. It took me about an hour to make a decision, but after being asked how it was, I was told, Congratulations"

The actress was heavy with emotions post graduation, "I cried when I was there. I cried because I was too anxious yesterday, but today too. I went out to spend the waiting time to get my diploma, but I cried all by myself while walking." 

Hibiki also faced certain challenges in the last half an year while pursuing to gain her license, the actress shared her ordeal from the journey.

"However, when the temperature rises, the training for the summer may be canceled due to heat stroke prevention. The spread of the infection may lead to unexpected closure of the school. If you make a mistake, the pressure of not knowing when you will receive it will continue uninterrupted."

Just after acquiring her driving license as a latest feat, the actress was asked about her intentions to participate in the upcoming race conducted by JAERI, the alumnus body of high school graduates in the city to which she replied,

"I haven't decided yet. Sometimes I couldn't get my driver's license. I think I'll be able to get out because it seems to be in time for the schedule." with a certain uneasiness but motivation glimmering in her eyes

Following the graduation, a couple few pictures from Hibiki's motorcycle training days started doing rounds over the internet with the most recognisable being the one in which Hibiki flashes her driving license while taking a selfie for her fans.

Hibiki Rides Riding A 125cc Motorcycle

Hibiki Attending The 'Electric Bike Meeting'

Hibiki Proudly Flaunts Her Driving License

Fans seemed to congratulate the actress on her latest feat, while a certain few became nostalgic, sharing stories from their own motor school training days.

"With 3 people, Yakult and Carp match. I went to see it Meiji Jingu Baseball Stadium"

The actress having had wrapped up her shoots on Mikako Abe's farewell project seems to be taking a break from her busy work schedule for a while now. Being recently spotted catching a baseball game with fellow actress, Yui Hatano.

Having ticked off a certain goal of her bucket list doesn't seem to slow down the 34 year old actress from Hokkaido, who's already busy promoting her upcoming photo session scheduled for 10th of next month with the likes of Yui Hatano & Ruka Kanae in the lineup. From what I could make of the information on the event page, it'd be a swimsuit themed photo session in collaboration with the acclaimed lingerie brand, Parfaite wherein fans would get access to interact exclusively with Hibiki & the other two stars. While the readers curious enough to attend the event shall head to this link since it seems to be already live now as per the tweet pinned by Hibiki.

It's only a matter of time until she releases some inside scoop on her upcoming photoshoot, so to make sure you don't miss out on the update this time as well, follow Hibiki on her Twitter & Instagram.

Yuna Ogura & Mahiro Tadai Shoots AV In Okinawa

How could I possibly skip onto the next headline, besides not mentioning these two AV stars vacationing in paradise? From what it seems like, AV stars Yuna Ogura & Tadai Mahiro are out there shooting for something really cool that might be hitting the store shelves next month. 

Judging by the handful of exclusive pics on Mine Pro's Twitter, the very agency that manages these stars, it seems as if these locations would serve as the shooting ground for the upcoming AV.

"Mahi Yuna-chan, it's been a while since today

Mahi Yuna is on location

This time I'm in Okinawa

Two people waving to rays at the aquarium

This is too cute.

Broadcast is scheduled for July next month!

Please look forward to it ✨"

The two co-stars were spotted hanging around while waving to a ray fish in some aquarium around Okinawa, as is evident from the tweet. Both the actresses later tweeted clips from what seemed like a hotel's pool visible in the backdrop, respectively. That kind of cleared my suspicion that indeed the two were shooting for an AV in the island prefecture. Yuna tweeted couple more shots from the sets, post the shooting was wrapped up later on the next day.

 "Mahi Yuna on location 2nd day

 Today we will unveil our own swimsuit!

 I'm looking forward to the broadcast 

 Because tomorrow is the last day

 I look forward to it safely until the end"

Those are some mouth watering clicks. I'd be lying if I said these two didn't manage to look such gorgeous in swimsuits. Might have me drooling already.

"Hmm! I inadvertently forgot my panties in my hotel room ~ And I've done 2... My worn panties Goodbye"

Funny how while shooting for the unreleased AV Yuna lost her 'worn panties' in the hotel room. While she sobbed about it later on Twitter, her fans had some equally funny responses that cracked a funny bone or two in my body.

"Mahiro! Congratulations I love you!"

On the other hand, Yuna had a gala of a time celebrating her co-star, Mahiro Tadai's 4th AV anniversary on set. The two seemingly bonded really well, managing to share a laugh during the filming. Although this was the first time the two collabarated on an AV, I wouldn't mind vouching for this pair in the future. Honestly, I can't really resist waiting for the movie next month.

"Everyone who participated in the 4th anniversary event today!

Thank you so much ✨

It’s the 4th anniversary that I can celebrate so much ...

How happy I am, tears crying

Mana-san came as a surprise!

Thank you to Yuna-chan and Junichi Kato for their comments"

Couple days later post the wrap up, Mahiro shared some exclusive stills from her 4th anniversary party on Twitter. To commemorate the ocassion, the 22 year old star dressed up in a bar-maid uniform paired with high rise boots, seemingly looking drop dead kawaii while posing for her Twitter. Meanwhile, fellow AV idol Mana Sakura graced the event and posed alongside the actress during the party.

While the studio hasn't churned out much details regarding the release date yet, but next month seems to be an appropriate time for Yuna & Mahiro's upcoming work. I might not be hitting the bulls eye when it comes to predicting the movie plot but judging by the pics there's no denying the fact that the fans would get to witness quite a lot of tropical scenes in the backdrop. Since Mine Pro's new work is basically shot around the island prefecture of Okinawa. Thank me for spilling those fishy details, right away. 

While you wait for the upcoming release, do not forget to follow Yuna & Mahiro on social media and further if it feels like you can't wait to resist the urge to fight your demons, you should probably browse through their respective R18 libraries linked down below. 

Yuna Ogura/ R18

Mahiro Tadai/ R18

Mikako Abe Retires On Tenth Anniversary 

Wouldn't have been a better way for Mikako Abe to bring an end to her ten year long stint with AV, than in reality to plan out her retirement on the very same day as her 10th Anniversary, as an industry veteran. Mikako's anniversary/ retirement event wasn't any sort of lackluster, on the contrary it seemed like a fitting gesture to bid farewell to the 28 year old star's spectacular career. Quite literally, some of the most recognizable faces of the AV industry graced the event, as wishes started to pour in from industry colleagues over on Twitter.

"Abe-chan 10th Anniversary &

Retirement Thank you event ⭐️

Abenoa combination & cracked combination"

Having had took place in one of Shibuya's most happening cafe, Loft 9 had a star studded guest list for the evening from the likes of Yui hatano, Hibiki Otsuki, Ai Mukai and few more from Mikako's haydays. 

"The main story starts from 18:00! The last event will be held as an AV actress Mikako Abe! Please comment!"

For Mikako's ultimate event as an AV star, the cafe management had setup a livestream via Twitcasting for her supporters to interact with their favorite idol for what might've been the last time.

"At Abe-chan's 10th anniversary event, we all send a bright red and cute garland ❤️

Thank you for the wonderful flowers"

While attending the event, the actresses alongside Yui Hatano & Hibiki Otsuki presented the departing actress with a majestic garland, embedded with roses and balloons. It even had a personal note for the star. Frankly, it was quite a lovely gesture from them, the bouquet was indeed gorgeous.

"Abe-chan, thank you very much"

"Congratulations on Mikako Abe's 10th anniversary ❣️ And thank you for your hard work. I met you for the first time at today's event and it's too cute. It's very attractive. It's an honor to be in the same office

 Let me support your future success"

Furthermore Mikako's agency colleague, the recently debuted Uni Shiokawa & the likes of Noa Eikawa who earlier seemed to have shared the screen with Abe-chan were also among the few who graced the event. Though, Aoi Rena, her long term term industry confidant might've missed out on Abe-chan's retirement, the actress seemed to only have praises and love through and through for the now retired AV actress.

"Thank you to everyone who participated in the 10th anniversary event of Mikako Abe's debut yesterday, and to everyone who has supported us so far

There is laughter and there are tears ...

It was a very memorable day.

A national tour event will be held around autumn with retired works, so please do not hesitate to contact us!"

Twitter user by the alias @petersmax reached out to the fans regarding a tour event of Mikako's selected works scheduled some time around autumn later this year while also expressing warm regards towards the fans who made her rise to fame.

Prior to having held her 10th anniversary event, Mikako wrapped up shooting on her retirement AV that features few of her long term friends and industry colleagues from the likes of Hibiki Otsuki, Ai Mukai to even Genjin Moribiyashi! What is even more fascinating is that the production seems to be fully crowdfunded. Truth be told, I can't wait to get my hands on the JAV when it releases.

Right now Mikako's Twitter seems nothing more than a pile of wishes and pledges from her dear fans to continue supporting her on her future moves, post her retirement. Since there is more to cover in this column and I would rather not clutter this piece with a few extra words which in my guess, the retirement article would quite literally take up so I have decided to keep this short for the time being, while rolling out a full fledged tribute column on Mikako's retirement the following month. Once I'm done with the execution, I'd probably link it somewhere here for you all to take a deep dive through.

While Mikako might've bid farewell to the industry, you don't necessarily need to do so. To make sure you don't, follow the actress on her Twitter for updates related to her life post retirement or if you seem to be teary eyed like me right now, you could through a selection of JAV's Mikako has featured in her career stretching ten years, majority of what pushed her career as an AV star to the limelight.

Nanami Ogura Turns A Year Older

Ending the column with a birthday headline has kind of become customary now. This time around we've the super cute Nanami Ogura completing another revolution around the sun. With a tweet garnering over 6k likes, the 20 year old AV sensation posted this accompanied with a one liner on the platform. 

"I'm 20 years old ✌️"

Besides the usual fan responses, the 20 year old star was quite literally the recipient of a flurry of wishes coming her way from the likes of her agency & studio, Life Pro & S1, respectively. 

"Tomorrow is finally Ogura Nanami's birthday ㊗️

To celebrate your birthday commemorative product, Guratan bag will be on sale from the opening tomorrow!

Please do not miss it

Let's celebrate Guratan's birthday together tomorrow✨ "

Additionally, what seemed even more fascinating was that AV shop Lammtara went the distance with the AV star's birthday by overhauling it's premises with templates of the birthday girl while pushing out exclusive 'guratan' hampers for the fans over at the Akihabara branch. Few of the pics from the shop's Twitter handle hinted on exclusive posters signed by Nanami and tote bags in the mix.

"I posted it on Instagram's story, but I'm really really happy that the birthday event is really coming

Of course, I'm really happy to receive a present, but since it's a birthday event, I have to give something! Don't think, that feeling is more than enough."

Prior to her birthday week, Nanami considered to reach out to her fans via Instagram and pleaded them to avoid spending lavishly on gifts, since the ticket prices are in itself so expensive. The actress further added that her fans presence during the birthday event is what she looked the most forward to.

For our readers, it has never been a better time to purchase Nanami's titles than now since S1 on a collaborative agreement with Fanza recently launched their anniversary sale on the platform to commemorate the studio's existence in the industry. To make our readers aware, you can pick a selection of Nanami's titles at flat 30% off from the sales promotion. 

"Happy birthday

 It's cute and precious every day

 Thank you for being there!"

A handful of Nanami's industry peers took to the platform to pass on their heartiest wishes to the actress stepping foot on to the next decade of her life, with the likes of Ishika Wamio and Kanon Ura in the mix. The latter even pinned a photograph with the birthday girl on her Twitter. Aww, what a sweet gesture coming from the fellow AV star.

"The cutest Guratan in the world! It's too much but happy birthday. It's always too cute and healed"

Post having had wrapped her day, the birthday girl took to Twitter to reflect upon it, while sending out gratitude towards the few people who made the day even more special, the actress was quoted saying,

"When I woke up, my 19th was over, and when I was doing muscle training, my birthday was over! It was a busy weekday as usual, but I was able to spend a special day with various people celebrating"

Thank you everyone!" from the tweet posted a day later.

While we here at ZENRA wish Nanami the best year ahead, we certainly want our earnest readers to head over to her socials or even pickup a title from the library of JAV's she has featured in the past to wholeheartedly support the actress on her pursuit of rising up the ranks, which seems to be an appropriate gesture for the actress's birthday. 

We'd keep bringing you more such updates at ZENRA, to hop on the fan wagon follow us at Twitter.