Shokotan's Tenth anniversary photo book release featuring her
in Saipan is out now. It includes her history and manga works from 2002 to 2012 as well as some breathtaking photos!
So Much news! So much news! I thought I'd start with something that made me nearly faint!
Shokotan's brand, MMTS, has received permission to collaborate with Disney's Rapunzel!
As you may know Shokotan voiced the main character Rapunzel in the Japanese version of Disney's "Tangled". I think this may be the best collaboration yet! ww
Then again I always say that and she manages to surprise me!
That dress! The print on these is amazingly cute! It has little Rapunzels, pascals, and towers.
I wish they had more grown up items in the states. I love this movie and I have been dying for a tshirt but all I have found is childrens sizes. hahahah oh well.
Here are the new covers for the new single! Don't forget to pick them up.
The CD/DVD one is my favorite one. She looks so natural and I love the stars and hearts.
The new Desktop Calendar is on presale now on the HMV website and will also be available at her next Live.
HMV has a translated site so even if you don't know any Japanese you can order this great calendar.
Here's the link: http://www.hmv.co.jp/en/product/detail/4236316
She puts one out every year and the pictures in it are ridiculously cute! I definitely recommend it to all Shoko fans!
Shokotan showed off a new MMTS item. The store will carry these adorable cat eared backpacks complete with tail! Available in Black, Sandy Brown, and of course Pink!
Kawayusu!!!
Shokotan got a big scratch from mamitasu! Ouch.
Mamitasu is a good cat and she didn't do it purposely. Cats tend to get excited and take out their claws. I have cats and this has happened various times.
I hope her cut gets better soon!
Shokotan went to see a boxing match at Korauken Hall which is part of Tokyo Dome City.
The fight was Toyoto Shiraishi vs. Ryo Akaho.
Shokotan said it was a fierce, bloody battle. She applauded the boxers....noting that Shiraishi had great willpower and stood up to the champion Akaho. It was a very exciting day for Shokotan.
Shokotan went to a MMTS exhibition for the new items that will be heading to stores.
MMTS clothing if you don't know is produced by Shokotan. She is fully immersed in this line and does not just put her name on it and calls it a day. She actually does most of the artwork for the t-shirts and of course gives her input. She wears most of the clothes from her line unlike most celebrities that will just put their name on things and endorse their items.
If you like cats, bows, hearts and pink then MMTS is your brand! I really wish they would make an overseas online store but alas MMTS is only available in Japan...which is okay...I don't think my wallet could take it.
I must say I love pretty much all the new items she showed off but my favorite item is this dress!♥
It has cameos of all her cats and is a beautiful dusty rose color! Kawayusu!
This jacket is also amazing!
Some of the shirts are going to be sold in these cute ice cream cartons!
The nutritional facts for MMTS! www So cute!
Theres much more items to be shown but I didn't want to bombard the site with pics so follow the links to see the rest of her line:
Shokotan is appearing in the newest series of spots for the new Zelda game: Skyward Sword.
If you recall she did the series of commercials for Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D for Nintendo back when it debuted in July. It was only obvious that she would be willing to show her excitement yet again for the newest game.
I love how these CM's dont even seem like commercials. She totally loves the Zelda series and you can tell she speaks from the heart when she talks about the games.
You can find the newest video of her here along with more Japanese information about Zelda: Skyward Sword for Wii out on Nov. 20th.
There was a a giza pink fan club meeting in Kyushu this past weekend and Shokotan unveiled this adorable new Negi cosplay.
Negi is one of her younger cats. He is really cute and she is always drawing him.
Here are some more pics of the outfit...
www that last one cracks me up. She is totally doing a cat grooming pose. www
Shokotan attended the Zelda Symphony concert in Tokyo and managed to get her red 3DS signed by Shigeru Miyamoto himself.
It is now encased in a protective cover so the signature doesn't rub off. lol
Well I have been listening to both cover albums since they debuted in mid October and I have to say that I really love them.
Doru Hen is a really cute album with an 80'-90's idol pop sound.
The CD was made to look like an old mini lp record and the pics of all the "Shococos" (Shokotan's "alter egos")are vibrant and fun.
Shokotan's voice has really matured and you can hear it clearly in these new albums.
The first time I listened to them I was like "Who is this person?" lol
She really lets her strong and tough voice come out on the rock album which demonstrates the versatility in her voice. She can be both sweet and tough ^_~
If you are into nostalgic Japanese music you will love these albums since they are covers for songs that were popular back in the day.
I wanted to talk a little about the Shococo's since I'm sure many are wondering why there is an army of Shokos.
The song はんぶん不思議 (Hanbun Fushigi) which was the official single and PV for the Doru Hen album is originally a popular song by the Japanese girl group "CoCo" in 1990.
Shokotan did a play on words and called herself ShoCoCo as well as also turn herself into a girl group lol.
As you can see each member had their own color assigned to them so they wore clothes in one particular color. We can see that with the Shococos as well. Here they are with a little information about each one:
Shoko Akagawa
Age: 19
Sagitarius, Blood Type: A
Hobby is baking cakes which also happens to be her favorite food.
Is on bad terms with Blue Shococo. lol
Shoko Momogawa
Age: 18
Taurus, Blood Type:B
Collects fancy goods
Favorite food are strawberries
Likes: Cats and stationery
AA Cup ?? lol (that is what Shokotan wrote in her description)
She is the troublemaker of the group. Quite mischievous. ww
Gets along well with Blue Shococo but not Red.
Shoko Kigawa
Age: 17
Cancer, blood type: O
Favorite food: Watermelon
The tomboy of the group...
Hobbies include Karate, basketball and watching sports
Shoko Murisakigawa
Age: 16
The youngest.
Virgo, Blood Type: AB
Favorite food: White fish filet
Hobbies: buying hamsters and astronomical viewing
The clumsy one of the group
Shoko Aogawa
Age: 19
Aquarius, Blood Type: A
Favorite food: Caprese arugula salad.
Hobbies: Archery, Reading, and Piano
Because she is usually reticent and does not like lauging, she is a lone wolf.
Tsundere personality.
I think they are all very cute and I am torn between the Pink and Purple ones since they are my favorites.
I am curious to see which one is the top pick for everyone so I have added a poll (top right page). After reading about each personality feel free to vote on your favorite.
