Who is the top celebrity chosen by Generation Z as the best fit for hot springs?

It's Junrei, a mood song chorus group known as 'Super Sentou Idols'.

What are the main reasons M!LK was chosen as the second place?

The reasons include their muscular appearance, which looks good in hot springs, and their group name, which evokes the image of milk, a common post-bath drink.

What qualification does Yugo Takahashi (SixTONES) have that contributed to his ranking?

He holds the qualification of 'Hot Spring Sommelier', which has contributed to his image through media appearances and location shoots.

Please tell me the survey target and period.

The survey was conducted from February 28 to March 10, 2026, targeting 5,538 men and women aged 16 to 29.

Why was Sho Watanabe (Snow Man) supported?

He is known for his love of saunas, visiting them seven days a week, as well as his image as a beauty ambassador and his yukata appearance in dramas.

[Simeji Ranking] Gen Z's Top 10 Celebrities Who Suit Hot Springs

Published May 25, 2026 9:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 6:36 AM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Simeji keyboard app surveyed 5,538 Gen Z users on celebrities who best suit hot spring facilities. Junretsu, the 'Super Sento Idols,' secured 1st place with an overwhelming brand image. M!LK ranked 2nd due to their group name's association with milk, while Yugo Kochi (SixTONES), a certified Hot Spring Sommelier, took 3rd place.

Baidu Japan Inc. (HQ: Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Feng Jiang) announced the results of the 'Simeji Ranking' survey conducted among its Gen Z users. The theme was 'Celebrities Who Suit Hot Springs,' timed for 'Source Hot Spring Day' on May 26. The survey collected 5,538 valid responses from males and females aged 16 to 29.

### 1st Place: Junretsu Junretsu, known as the 'Super Sento Idols,' won first place. Respondents noted, 'There is an unshakable image connecting hot springs and Junretsu' and cited their hot spring-themed performances on major year-end TV shows. Their recognition transcends generations, often known through family members.

### 2nd Place: M!LK The dance vocal group M!LK ranked second. Beyond their physical fitness, unique comments linked their group name to the classic post-bath drink, milk, saying 'Milk is essential after a bath!'

### 3rd Place: Yugo Kochi (SixTONES) Yugo Kochi of SixTONES took third place. His qualification as a 'Hot Spring Sommelier' and his media appearances sharing hot spring knowledge were highly valued. His calm personality was also seen as a perfect match for the relaxing atmosphere of hot springs.

### 4th Place: Meteorites This 6-member creator group ranked fourth. Fans remembered their hot spring-themed live streams and videos, citing the group's friendly and lively atmosphere.

### 5th Place: Shota Watanabe (Snow Man) Known for visiting saunas seven times a week, his passion for saunas and his image as a beauty ambassador drove votes, connecting his interest in skincare with the benefits of hot springs.

### 6th Place: Monaki A boy group that debuted on April 8th as the younger-brother group of Junretsu, gaining attention for their future potential.

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