Mahalo Gaki ~ A Revival Part 3

6) That Long Awaited PB

Remember the issue of 'Friday' which had Ai on the cover? Well, the same mag had some previews of Gaki-san from her Mahalo PB. Hence that makes this copy a MUST HAVE. AiGaki together. Can you say written in the stars? *swoons* I'm such a lover of these 2 that I can't miss any chance to link things to them XD

I had already wanted to buy this mag cuz like I said earlier, having a MM girl on the cover is too rare. And with the bean in it too how could I possibly not rush out to get it??

As usual, I headed for my fav bookstore, and that's not Borders XD I made sure to call in advance and reserve 2 copies. They would keep it for me for 3 days but I went down on the same day just cause I couldn't wait.

Once I arrived, I headed for the section where I knew the Friday mags would be placed. They were always at the same shelf and I was really happy to see a small stack. Before you start criticizing that Ai must not be popular to not have them sold out, I have to say in her defense that it was barely 2 hours after the newly arrived mags were put on the shelf. I know cuz I even asked the store what time the shipment of magazines would arrive. I wanted to take a pic of them cuz I always found it kinda fun to see such pics (often taken by Japanese wotas of MM's PBs). But there were always Japanese men mulling around that shelf or staff walking past. So I couldn't -_-;

So anyway, I took both copies and went to make payment. I actually wondered if I should get another one just in case? XD But in the end I didn't. $ was an issue, and I wouldn't have any place to hide so many pieces, lol. At the counter, the sales girl asked me "You wanna get 2 of the same thing?" Her eyes were kinda big when she asked. I just nodded in reply XD Is it so surprisingly that I wanna buy two? What if I had gotten 3 or more? Can't I be buying the extra for someone else? And I was btw :D Or is it the magazine which was the problem? Then again, it's not as if I was holding a PB of a bikini clad girl. That day will come... when I buy the actual Mahalo pb XD

I have to say, I wasn't too thrilled by Risa's chubbiness. I'm always more fond of her size in...let's say... *ponders* SYO? If you ask me, I think from RB all the way to NCK she was kinda chubby? Although I wouldn't want her to go back to the days where she was unhealthily thin. This is the opposite of AA who's always telling me she likes Gaki-san chubby, lol.

I love all the pics here and this surprised myself cuz wasn't I complaining about her figure just earlier? :P See, so I still adore my Gaki-san :) My fav ones are of her lying on the grass in the blue top. Is it a coincidence? Cuz I remember in one of her previous PBs, I also liked the set where she was wearing a blue bikini. I think it was the exact same shade of blue. Maybe I like seeing her in blue? I could stare at this picture all day. Her eyes makes me melt and having her fingers lightly brush against her lips just kills me! Oh, her hair is cute too. That sounds as though I'm adding it in only as an after thought huh XD

Another pic I like is the red and white striped bikini pic. I like her forlorn expression + her pinkie ring + the water falling + the sun. Nope, her boobs had nothing to do with it XD Though I do like the area just below them. Strange huh? Believe me, this shot looks much better on print than from this tiny little scan.

I'll admit it. My eyes fell on...erm... you know....first when looking at this pic. I find her pose kinda awkward? Nevertheless it still can be considered a pretty shot :) I give my bean a lot of leeway XD

Bonus pic here. No idea which mag it came from. I like her clothes. Checks are always a yes. KameMame colors make me go wooohoo~~ Cute bracelet and hair. I wish I was that apple *sigh* Is that an apple? I wish I was that fruit then XDD

Biker Chick Eri ~ A Revival Part 2

4) Varooommmmmmm...

See this magazine that Eri is on? What's different about it? It's a cover!!! It's not just a random page in a magazine anymore :) When I first heard about this I was super happy for the turtle! I mean, it's already rare that MM girls get to be in mags. And it's usually Ai, Sayu or to a lesser extent, Reina. So I was over the moon that Kamei would get her chance as well ^_^ What's more she gets to be cover girl! Did I mention she is on the cover?? XD Yep, I'm that ecstatic.

As soon as I found out what the title was and the issue, I zoomed to the local Japanese bookstore and tried to get myself and OnDiet a copy. I was disheartened when the guy manning the Japanese book counter told me they didn't carry this magazine :( Not wanting to believe it, I tried calling up another branch and this time, the girl told me they have it but it was sold out! I was thinking to myself, why do these 2 people working for the same bookstore tell me different things? Also, how could a mag that was so new be sold out so fast?

In the back of my mind, I wondered if they did not understand me properly since they were both Japanese people. *Sigh* I already tried my best to speak as clearly as I could in addition to providing all the relevant information. The only thing I didn't do was speak in Japanese accented English XD

Since I was adamant to try all ways and means to get this mag, seeing how cute and cool the usually aho Kame was, I tried again. I called a third branch and tried the 2nd store again. This time, I was able to talk to a local who, bless her kind heart, was really nice and patient. The best part was that we didn't have any communication problems. She told me that there were a few covers for the same issue as they were printed for the different regions. Eri's was for Shutoken and it was the 2 August 2010 issue though it's already released for sale on 2 July 2010.

Now here comes the good and bad news. Which do you wanna hear about first? The good part? Okay. <-- Yep, I've gone bonkers and now I've started talking to myself.

Anyway, she said that the bookstore did carry the Shukoken region 'Goo Bike.' Here comes the bad news... but they have since stopped bringing them in...since 2009!!!

WHAT THE HELL right?? I mean...WHAT THE HELL!!! I was so positively happy when she said they have the Shukoken's over toukai's and whichever other place this mag was printed for. Then she had to drop the bomb that there was no way I could get it cuz their supplier doesn't have this mag in their list anymore. *SOBS* Poor heart-broken Ham :( No Eri for me :( :( :( And I REALLY wanted it too. How often do you see Eririn posing with a motorbike and dressed in such a cool fashion? NEVER! And I especially love her hair in this. *wails* I want my Kame damnit! *grumbles*

When I texted OD about this she replied with a really hilarious comment. Unfortunately I can't remember what it was now since I have a terrible memory. And after going through my cellphone for some time to try and find it, I realized it was impossible since I have too much stuff inside. You'll just have to take my word that OD is one funny and sometimes kinda mean person for saying such things :P

I even tried looking online at the usual stores I get my MM stuff but nope, none of them seem to carry this mag. Hence 'Goo Bike' 2 August 2010 for the Shukoken region, we have no fate of ever being together *weeps*

Koharu's 18th...

I feel terrible for not wishing the miracle a happy birthday *Hangs head in shame* It was exactly a week ago on 15th July. It was her 18th. And though this isn't as significant to the Japanese as compared to the 20th, it is still a big step in her life. I hope she had a great celebration and continues on to greater things in her career as a model :)

I really like her outfit here. It's casual but it brings out her somewhat mischievous side and shows off her youthfulness so well.

This is a pic in the gallery section of her Official Website website.

There is a news, profile, media, event, discography and biography sections too. Basically everything you need to know about Koharu before and after MM can be found here.

If you want something more personal, there is also her Blog to look through.

With candid pictures of herself and reports of what she gets up to daily, I think this is a great place to spend a free day if you understand Japanese. Keep supporting and loving Koharu. She deserves your love ^_^

Princess Wai Wai's Birthday

I kept thinking that I missed the bunny's birthday and that it was actually yesterday. Thank god it's really today and I didn't remember wrongly.

HAPPY 21ST BIRTHDAY SAYUMIN!!!

You will always be the most kawaii member in MM. Oh and a very hot young woman too when you want to be. Proof can be found in her various PBs.

I happened to see this and I found it rather funny and fitting. Now, who wouldn't want Michishige? I know I do XD

I hope she has a good "celebration" with Kame :D However, if she decides on Gaki instead I'm fine with that too :P

A Revival... Part 1

Woah, I've really not been posting for quite some time. I just didn't know what to write since inspiration seemed to have left me and...well some other stuff had happened. BUT! I can't let this continue can I? After all, I'm a loyal MM fan and this blog is dedicated to MM and H!P in general. I can't let my fandom die, and this blog is one of the most obvious ways to show that I still love me MM girls ^^

Let's see, what has happened since I last blogged.

1) MM's Alohello 4 PB + DVD

2) MM goes to Paris

3) Ai's cover special on Friday Magazine

4) Eri's cover special on Goo Bike Magazine

5) MM's Pika Pika tour DVD

6) Risa's Alohello PB + DVD

1) Bikini Heaven

Well, first of all, I got meself the MM AH4 PB!! Yay!! *applause* It's a soft cover and filled with gorgeous pics of the 8 girls. Yes, I said 8. Cuz although the 8kkies aren't at the top my ranking, I must still admit there were some really nice pics of them.

Needless to say, Ai, Gaki, Kame, Sayu and Reina were all beautiful. I especially loved the shots of them in the white dresses and the polaroids where they were just fooling around. If only they magnified them cuz I find that it's only in these that we can see their genuine smiles and laughter. And there was a AiGaki pic which was uber cute!!! Damn the people who chose which pics to dedicate a whole page to. GRRR *shakes fist*

As for the DVD, nothing really stood out. It was mostly MM being pretty and droolsome in their bikinis. I'm not happy that the KameMame baking a cake bit was edited out though. I demand my turtle & beanbag!!!

2) Wee Wee?

I've been jealous about MM's appearance in Paris ever since I heard about it. It's just not fair? Why do the US and Europe continents get all the good stuff? Not only is there a concert, fans get to have their goods signed, see the girls up close and even shake their hands or hug them!!! *explodes with envy* Oh right, did I mention there are special goods made just for the event too? It's almost as good as being a Japanese living in Japan :(

From the vids that I've seen so far, I think Aika looked really good. Especially in the video below. I was totally going "WOAH! Is that really Aika?!" when I first saw it. Ai looks fab as always, Risa's pigtails were a little surprising. But she was cute in them. Eri's helmet hair made me grin but it wasn't that bad. Sayu seems to have trimmed her hair, Reina's just...well...Reina XD

Vids of the concert. I adore the intro they filmed of the girls for this. I want a HD version damnit!! *shakes fist again* All the 56kkies were sooooooooo cuteeeeeeeeeeee!!!

3) Goddess Ai

The term goddess I usually use to refer to Eri? But this time I can't help praising leader with it too. I mean look at her! That face! That body! Her smile! And those eyes *melts* I knew I had to have a copy of this mag the moment I set eyes on it. How could I not support a MM girl gracing the cover of a magazine? It has been far too long since that happened. This is probably the only time I approve of Friday XD

If you ask me which of these shots I like the most, it just happens to be the 3 where Ai's clad in the dark bikini. Coincidence? ^^;