if the video does not show watch the video here Name: Ioki Mao (五百城 茉央) Birthplace: Hyogo, Japan Age: 16 PV Screenshots: Official Pics: Self-introduction:
Seems really tall and could easily be on the 170cm exclusive club with Ume, even if apart of her height, I don't see "model" features on her. Also, like Sugawara, it seems she doesn't have previous showbiz activities so it's a good point for the ones who want more these kind of members.
What's making people think that she's tall? I didn't really notice anything that would indicate that from her video but I can only really differentiate if there was someone else to compare against.
On the first side profile shot, she looks like Yanchan who ended up being the first 4th Gen model. So you never know. The length of her torso sort of gives the impression of tallness. Check the standup shot; it looks like she's rather long especially in regards to her jacket. To me, Ioki resembles Kawaguchi Haruna in the final shots.
I notice some fans says she resemble momoko, I see it too, can't wait to get to know all 5th gen member
She seems genuine and reliable. And I think she looks prettier showing her long hair instead of ponytail.
Just got time to watch full episodes (both her introduction & 29th campaign) . Now I can confirm with myself that Mao chan is definitely one of my fav members in 5th gen. Her reaction is so cute, so does her smile. *WARNING, B4 watching video, be prepared, cause Mao chan is too cute & you might accidentally fall for her charm if the video does not show watch the video here T Somehow her reaction reminded me of neru chan
Lol already fallen by her charm (she is hidden gem in my eyes). her reaction on the boat during mizuki fishing still raw/deadpan. altough her interaction in studio when VTR show "how she almost death choke the fist" and feel sorry, her reaction are so cute and natural. She learn fast
She was underrated when she was first introduced. Her charm is undeniably natural and adorable. https://twitter.com/iokimaoarchive/status/1510211888725983234
I agree. The intro clip didn't do her justice. She has the brightest smile. She reminded me of Aragaki Yui in her teenage years.
Ioki chan blog Translation credits to mikuma nogi blog translations.. Blog translation: https://mikumatranslations.wordpres...n-member-blog-relay-ioki-maos-first-blog-eng/ Original source: https://www.nogizaka46.com/s/n46/diary/detail/100215
Ioki blog translation Credits to mikuma nogi translations "Pale blue green" Translation: https://mikumatranslations.wordpress.com/2022/05/09/2022-05-09pale-blue-green-ioki-mao-blog-eng/ Original source: https://www.nogizaka46.com/s/n46/diary/detail/100251?ima=0202 Nogi mode
Photo from her blog. Makes this difference just by splitting the fringe, she's cute either way but I personally prefer this look. Soooo cuuute