"Looking forward to Kokoro Kato's future activities!" Kokoro Kato's first interview since restarting, featured in FRIDAY, is causing a huge buzz! Official comments and 2 unreleased photos released!
Kokoro Kato's first interview since restarting her career, published in FRIDAY, has generated significant buzz on social media.
📋 Article Processing Timeline
- 📰 Published: April 1, 2026 at 02:00
Kokoro Kato announced her affiliation with Ebis Pro on March 26, 2026. Her first work since restarting her career was an interview titled "During my hiatus, the words of my fans saved me." 25-year-old's resolve and new dreams, published in FRIDAY (April 10th issue), released on the same day. Fans who immediately read the article sent messages of support such as, "I'm really looking forward to Kokoro-chan's future activities!" "I'm waiting for the day I can enjoy the music you wrote and composed," and "All the photos are too cute!" The article is currently a hot topic on social media. As a token of gratitude for the unprecedented response, we are releasing her official comment and two new photos. The FRIDAY subscription (https://friday.gold/gravure/article/404251) features the full article along with other unreleased cuts.
【Kokoro Kato's Comment】
I'm so happy to have received a response beyond my expectations, thank you very much! I want to work hard, one step at a time, starting with what I can do, so I appreciate all your support!
Profile
Kokoro Kato (Kato Kokoro) Age 25
Born in Aichi Prefecture. Debuted as a child actress in the stage play "Dae Jang Geum" in '08. Appeared in the musical "Annie" and the drama "Mama no Kamisama" (TBS). In '23, she won an audition program that attracted approximately 14,000 applicants, and debuted the following year as a member of a global group. In the same year, she performed at the NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen. After leaving the group in December '25, she joined a new agency in March of this year and has newly started her solo activities.
Check the latest information on her official X (@co5rodesu) and Instagram (@556.o_ov)!
Book Information
Title: FRIDAY (April 10, 2026 issue)
Publisher: Kodansha
Release Date: 2026/3/26
Price: 620 yen (tax included)
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https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18565856/?l-id=search-c-item-text-02
FAQ
What is the content of Kokoro Kato's FRIDAY interview?
She talks about her feelings during her hiatus, her gratitude to her fans, and her aspirations for future activities. She also touches upon her resolve at the age of 25 and her new dreams.
Where can I read the FRIDAY interview?
It is published in the April 10, 2026 issue of FRIDAY. Additionally, the full article along with other cuts is available on the FRIDAY subscription website (https://friday.gold/gravure/article/404251).
What is Kokoro Kato's comment regarding her future activities?
She commented, "I'm so happy to have received a response beyond my expectations, thank you very much! I want to work hard, one step at a time, starting with what I can do, so I appreciate all your support!"