S/mileage reveals dance lesson video for their upcoming single

S/mileage is scheduled to release their 8th single, “Please Minisuka Postwoman! (Please Miniskirt Postwoman!)” on December 28th, and to build the anticipation, the group revealed a dance lesson video for their new song through their official YouTube channel.

S/mileage will show their first performance to the song at “Hello! Project☆Festival 2011″, which will be held at Yomiuri Land on November 23rd. With luck, maybe fans will get to learn this dance in time for the event.

Check out the video below!

Source & Image: S/mileage official site

S/mileage holds a release event for their first photobook

On October 11th, idol group S/mileage held a handshake event to commemorate the release of their first official photobook, “S/mileage (1)“, at the Fukuya Bookstore in Shinjuku Subnade.

During the event, the seven members talked about memories from the photoshoot and their feelings on former member Ogawa Saki. The photobook features the members in swimsuits, yukatas, and marine attire. It also includes the last memory shots of the four original members.

Member Wada Ayaka commented, “We’ve never gone out together before. However, for our photoshoot in Shinshu, we got to do fireworks and wear yukatas together. It was a good memory.” She also shared that her favorite photos from the book are the ones where they are playing with fireworks. She stated, “We did our best to the point where the fireworks almost touched our feet. We are glistening in the photo.”

On October 16th, the new sub-members will find out if they will become official members of S/mileage. The youngest member Tamura Meimi expressed, “We sub-members did out best together, so we want to all become official members. However, if that is impossible, I want everyone [the 3 original members] to downgrade to sub-members.” Hearing this, Fukuda Kanon laughed as she said, “We were just given a suggestive statement to downgrade, but I think you will be able to go even higher than the original members.”

S/mileage’s first official photo book, “S/Mileage (1)” is currently on sale through Wani Books at 2,100 yen (approximately $27 USD).

Source + Image: Cinema Today

S/mileage unveils PV for “Tachiagaaru”!

Idol group S/mileage has just revealed the full PV for their upcoming single, “Tachiagaaru“!
In the video, the girls show off their energy and charm through a rigorous dance routine. “Tachiagaaru” marks the first single to feature the group’s new sub-members.
The single is scheduled to be released on September 28th, but in the meantime, check out the PV below!

S/mileage to announce which sub-member will become official on October 16th

Idol group S/mileage kicked off their concert tour, “S/mileage Concert Tour 2011 Fall ~Gyakushuu no Cho Mini Skirt~”, at the Shibuya C.C.Lemon Hall on September 16th! This was the first concert for the group’s new sub-members, and their excitement shone charmingly on their faces as they revealed their fresh, fun stage.

The excitement in the hall got kicked up another notch after an letter from producer Tsunku was read during the concert. It said, “On October 16th, we will announce which sub-member will become an official member at the release event for S/mileage’s new single, “Tachiagaaru“.”

The announcement was jubilantly received by both fans and group members alike, especially since S/mileage recently had to experience a series of unfortunate news through Ogawa Saki’s graduation and sub-member Kosuga Fuyuka’s withdrawal.

Regarding Kosuga, leader Wada Ayaka commented, “As reported earlier, Fu-chan withdrew to focus on her health. When she gets well, she will come back to Hello! Pro Egg, so please support her.” Wada continued, “Today, we are seven members, but we will do our best!“.

The girls sang 18 songs including their new single “Tachiagaaru”, a medley from the original members, as well as “Manojyaku” and “Yumemiru 15 sai“, which were sung by sub-members.

The new official member will be announced at the release event for “Tachiagaaru” at the Kanagawa Yokohama Bridge on October 16th. 

Source & Image :Oricon

S/mileage reveals PV preview for “Tachiagaaru”!

Share on Tumblr

A short preview of S/mileage’s upcoming PV for “Tachiagaaru” has been revealed!
The cute, upbeat feeling of the song easily makes its way into the video, as the members of S/mileage dance energetically in space and charm with their adorable close-ups.
Check out the video below!

New S/mileage sub-member Kosuga Fuyuka withdraws due to poor health

It’s only been three weeks since Kosuga Fuyuka was named as a new sub-member of S/mileage. Unfortunately, it’s been revealed that Kosuga had to withdraw from the group due to poor health.

The announcement posted on the official S/mileage website states:

“Thank you for always supporting S/mileage. Due to S/mileage sub-member Kosuga Fuyuka’s poor health being brought to our attention, she underwent a careful examination at a hospital. According to the results of the exam, it was discovered that she has a problem with her blood composition. Due to her severe anemia, she must refrain from exercise and must undergo medical treatment for several months.
It is truly unfortunate, but her activities as a S/mileage sub-member will be cancelled for now, and she will focus on her treatment regimen. After she has completes treatment and her health returns to normal, we plan to have her start again as a member of Hello! Pro Egg [Hello! Project's trainees].“

Hello! Project’s producer Tsunku♂ also commented on the announcement:

“What I was able to say to her was, ‘Please don’t over-do it, and devote yourself to your recuperation.’ When I asked her, ‘After your full recovery, you would be able to continue your lessons as a member of Hello! Pro Egg, but what would you like to do?”, she replied, ‘I want to quickly get better and start over again as an Egg.’

She’s still young, so I would like her to quickly regain her health and start again as an Egg with her wonderful smile.

The newly reborn S/mileage will go forward with the three original members and  four sub-members. Everyone, please cheer for the girls!”

Source: S/mileage Official Website

Listen to a radio preview for S/mileage’s upcoming single “Tachiagaaru”!

On September 7th, S/mileage unveiled a radio preview for their upcoming single “Tachiagaaru“, a single that featured the newly added members of this idol group.

This 2-minute preview features an energetic and upbeat song by the girls and is about standing up no matter how hard something pushes you down.

S/mileage unveils jacket covers for 7th single “Tachiagaaru”!

On September 6th, idol group S/mileage revealed the jacket covers for their upcoming 7th single, “Tachiagaaru“, through their official website.

This single is the first single to include the new members of S/mileage.

Check them out below!

===

===

Images: S/mileage Official Site

Mobekimasu reveals group profile pictures + preview for “Busu ni Naranai Tetsugaku”

Share on Tumblr

Hello! Project’s Mobekimasu has revealed group profile pictures and a preview for their upcoming single, “Busu ni Naranai Tetsugaku“!
Comprised of Hello! Project’s Morning Musume, Berryz Koubou, C-ute, Mano Erina, and S/mileage, Mobekimasu will release their first single on November 16th.
Check out the preview and profile pictures below!
-

-

Source: natalie

S/mileage sub-members open their own Ameba blog

The new members of S/mileage have officially opened their own Ameba blog!

Although the blog hasn’t been updated yet, the cute pink layout features the five new sub-members of S/mileage as they smile brightly in their profile pictures. The blog will help fans get to know the latest addition to the Hello! Project family.

Follow their blog here on Ameba!

Source: S/mileage Sub-members’ Official Blog

S/mileage reveals track list for upcoming single, “Tachiaagaru”!

Idol group S/mileage have just revealed the track list for their upcoming single, “Tachiaagaru“!

S/mileage’s seventh single will be released on September 28th in six different versions: Limited Edition A, Limited Edition B, Limited Edition C, Limited Edition D, Limited Edition E, and a regular CD-only version. Each of the first press versions will include a different coupling track.

Check out the track list below!

-

< Track List >
01. Tachiaagaru
02. Smile Ondon [Limited Editions A & B only]
03. Boogie Train ‘11 [Limited Edition C only]
04. Smileage Singles Chou Gekimoe Remix [Limited Edition D only]
05. Tachiaagaru (Instrumental)

Source: S/mileage’s Official Website

S/mileage reveals profile pictures for “Tachiaagaru”

Hello! Project group S/mileage just updated their official website with new profile pictures for their upcoming single, “Tachiaagaru“!

The single will be the first to include their new sub-members and also the first without Ogawa Saki, who graduated from S/mileage and Hello! Project recently. The remaining original members of S/mileage can be identified by their cute red and white outfits, while the rest of the members are dressed in pink.

Check out their new profile pictures below!

Source: Hello! Project Official Website

Ogawa Saki to close down her official blog

Some more sad news for S/mileage fans. The other day Ogawa Saki announced she would be graduating from S/mileage and Hello!Project on August 27th, and it appears her blog is going with her as well.

A S/mileage staff member wrote, “We have an announcement concerning Ogawa Saki’s blog. Ogawa Saki’s Official blog ‘SAKICHII no MERON wo Gaburogu’ will be closed on August 31, 2011. Thanks to everyone for reading it.”

No news has been announced pertaining to her official Twitter, but we could assume it will be closed or used less frequently as well.

Source: S/mileage’s Official Site

Ogawa Saki to graduate from S/mileage and Hello! Project

Hello! Project has just announced through their official website that Ogawa Saki will be graduating from both S/mileage and Hello! Project on August 27th. Her final event before graduation will be at the “Uchouten LOVE” live at the Higashi Betsuin Hall in Nagoya.
The website posted comments from Tsunku and Ogawa, which we’ve translated below:
-
Tsunku’s comment:

“Thank you for always supporting Hello! Project and myself.

This is sudden, but I have an announcement for everyone.
Just the other day, I announced five new sub-members for S/mileage,
However, as of August 27th, Ogawa Saki will be graduating from both S/mileage and Hello! Project.

In the beginning of May this year, she informed me,
“I’ve been hesitant for some time, and I’ve discussed it with the staff a few times, but my feelings of wanting to return to a normal junior high student has strengthened, so please let me quit.”

Although she is the youngest of the group, I have relied on her singing skills.

However, right now is the time to be looking towards the future.
As a group, and as an individual member, we need to have a strong desire for improvement.
And as a producer, I decided that holding back a member who is hesitant, and continuing the group with her would not be good for both the member and the group. So I chose to accept Ogawa’s request.

When the group was first formed, I made a public announcement that the unit may increase or decrease in members.
Because there was this case, I hastily announced in June that we would be recruiting new members for S/mileage.
Please forgive me that I wasn’t able to report the details and intentions until now, as there were many terms and conditions concerning the group and the contract.

Again, Ogawa is still an inexperienced student and a minor.
For a working adult, it would be unacceptable to give up their job halfway.
But please take her straightforward feelings into careful consideration, and watch over her warmly.

With that, please continue your favors towards S/mileage.

Please excuse me for reporting through this letter on my own accord.“

-
Ogawa Saki’s comment:

“Thank you for always supporting me.

I, Ogawa Saki will graduate from Hello! Project and S/mileage on August 27th.

After making our major debut last May, I have enjoyed every day as [a part of] S/mileage.
But somewhere in my heart, the real me and my S/mileage self become distant.
I discussed it with the staff a few times, but I was always troubled. I thought that it would be bad for S/mileage if I was hesitant while everyone else was working with all their might, so I decided to return to being a normal girl.

I’m sorry for the last minute announcement.

I do feel sad, but S/mileage’s trademark is to always smile!

I will do my best to finish with a smile until the end of the event on August 27th. The remaining time is short, but please support me!

After I graduate, I want to continue supporting S/mileage with its new members.

Thank you for all of your support until now.“

==
Source: Hello! Project Official Website

S/mileage wants a sexy new member!

Share on Tumblr

On August 8th, Hello!Project idol group S/mileage went to Ikebukuro Sunshine Sansui Hiroba to support the Eco & Smile Project “Nu~bo~”. They took turns dancing to their new song “Uchouten LOVE”, showing off their cute appeal.
The group announced that on August 14th, they will finally be revealing their new member(s). Wada Ayaka (17) commented, “I hope we get a member who is sexy to compensate (for what we don’t have)”.
Do you think Tsunku will add a sexier member to the group or stick with their cute concept?
Source: Sanspo

S/mileage performs “Uchouten LOVE” Music Japan!

Hello! Project group S/mileage appeared on the August 7th episode of Music Japan to perform their energetic new single, “Uchouten LOVE“!

 Source : uxBCS

S/mileage to hold their first handshake event after a year

Share on Tumblr

S/mileage is set to release their new single “Uchouten LOVE” on August 3rd and with that they will be having a four day commemoration individual handshake event from August 8th to the 11th.

It’s been around one year since the members of S/mileage have had an individual handshake event and on the final day (August 11th) the girls are planning on having a “Bonus Mini Mini Stage Event”.

Source: natalie

Listen to a radio rip of S/mileage’s new song, “Jitensha Chiririn”!

Share on Tumblr

A full radio rip of S/mileage’s upcoming song “Jitensha Chiririn” has been revealed!

The sweet song takes it down a notch from the single’s A-side “Uchouten LOVE” for a nice contrast of sounds. The single will be released on August 3rd.

Check out the song below and let us know what you think!

Source : 23isi83

S/mileage reveals more event-only covers for “Uchouten LOVE”!

For their July 30th and 31st performances at NHK’s Osaka Hall, S/mileage has revealed two more exclusive, event-only covers for “Uchouten LOVE“!

The last two covers featured members Fukuda Kanon and Wada Ayaka. Now, S/mileage fans will have the opportunity to buy the Maeda Yuuka and Ogawa Saki versions.

Check out the cute covers below!

-

Ogawa Saki version

Maeda Yuuka

Source + Photos: S/mileage’s Official Website

S/mileage to hold mini-event at Pony Canyon

Share on Tumblr

It’s been announced that idol group S/mileage will be holding a mini-event on July 24th at Pony Canyon in Toranomon.

This mini-event will occur three times during the day: 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, and 7:00 PM, at the event space on the first floor of the Pony Canyon building.

On the day of the event, a participation ticket will be distributed randomly to fans who pre-ordered S/mileage’s 6th single, “Uchouten LOVE“, at the entrance of the building. Fans will be guided in 30 minutes before the event, according to the reference number on the participation ticket. Once a fixed number of participation tickets run out, a participation ticket for a handshake event will be distributed.

As the release date of “Uchouten LOVE” draws near, this mini-event will be a great opportunity to promote the new single.

Source: S/mileage official website