Hinatazaka46's 3rd Generation Members Hinano Kamimura, Miku Takahashi, Mari Morimoto, and Haruyo Yamaguchi to Appear on the Cover & Lead Gravure of EX Taishu July Issue! Ahead of the 3rd Generation Live and Yamaguchi's Graduation... Their Bonds Will Be Even Stronger!

Photos by Kazunori Fujimoto / Futabasha Co., Ltd.

Hinano Kamimura, Miku Takahashi, Mari Morimoto, and Haruyo Yamaguchi of Hinatazaka46's 3rd generation, who are preparing for a 7-performance tour across Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka starting August 5, 2026, at Zepp Osaka Bayside, will appear together on the cover and in the lead gravure of the monthly idol magazine 'EX Taishu' July issue (Futabasha Co., Ltd.), released on Monday, June 15th.

This is the first Hinatazaka46 3rd generation special issue since the highly popular October 2024 issue of 'EX Taishu'. Not only has the content and number of pages been significantly increased, but the cover and back cover also feature all four 3rd generation members, making it truly a 3rd generation special issue.

This time again, the content is designed to convey the bond and closeness of the four members. The four, wearing matching T-shirts with the number '3' on them, are shown playing! Enjoying themselves! Having fun! They explore resort locations, play baseball and table tennis, play card games in their rooms, and even do 'something special' that utilizes each member's individuality... The content is filled with a sense of happiness that will bring a smile to the reader's face just by reading it.

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Furthermore, a documentary exceeding 10,000 characters includes their thoughts on Yamaguchi, who will graduate from the group at her ceremony on Sunday, August 23rd, their gratitude to fans for making the 3rd generation LIVE a reality, and their future plans, presented alongside a 3rd generation timeline. Finally, there is a message from Yamaguchi to the other three members. With laughter and tears, and plenty of love, it's a content piece that truly embodies the 3rd generation. Like the hashtag '#Hinata3rdGen_LoveForever' on the cover, this is a truly collectible, permanent preservation edition.

The same issue also features Sakura Matsuo from Hinatazaka46's 5th generation, with newly taken gravure photos and an interview. Additionally, it includes a solo interview with Haruka Yamashita and a talk session between Manami Ohno and Niina Sakai, making it a 40-page special feature on Hinatazaka46, who will soar even higher this summer.

Photos by Kazunori Fujimoto / Futabasha Co., Ltd.

'EX Taishu' July Issue

Price: 1,100 yen (tax included)

Format: A4 size, 112 pages

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