Winners of the 13th Kirapichi Model Audition Announced: 4 New Models Selected

Gakken Inc. (Shinagawa, Tokyo; President: Tatsuya Nanjo), a subsidiary of Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd., announced the winners of the "13th Kirapichi Model Audition" in the June issue of Kirapichi, released on May 15, 2026.

### About Kirapichi Magazine Kirapichi is an entertainment magazine for elementary school students launched in 2013. It features information on fashion, cosmetics, and popular characters such as Sumikko Gurashi and Chiikawa. The magazine also manages an official YouTube channel and social media platforms to engage with its audience through behind-the-scenes content and variety videos.

### Meet the New Models (Kiramo) The audition was held from November 2025 to February 2026, targeting students from 1st to 6th grade. The following four winners have been selected:

- **Grand Prix: Chisa Ujikawa** (6th Grade, Kanagawa Prefecture) - Affiliated with hirody Inc. - **Suzuha Oshima** (5th Grade, Hyogo Prefecture) - Affiliated with Id Actors Promotion - **Aono Shikida** (5th Grade, Kyoto Prefecture) - Affiliated with Id Actors Promotion - **Mahina Yoshida** (5th Grade, Aichi Prefecture) - Affiliated with Box Corporation

Detailed introductions of these four winners are available in the Kirapichi June issue. Please look forward to their upcoming activities in the magazine and digital media.