The 41st MEN'S NON-NO Model Audition Begins! Messages of Encouragement Arrive from Six Exclusive Models Including Daisuke Nakagawa, Yuta Toyoda, and Kota Nomura!
Shueisha's men's fashion magazine "MEN'S NON-NO" has announced the start of applications for its 41st Model Audition. Current exclusive models such as Daisuke Nakagawa, Yuta Toyoda, and Kota Nomura have sent messages of encouragement to applicants. In 2026, which marks the magazine's 40th anniversary, a special "BEAMS Award" will be established in collaboration with the select shop BEAMS.
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Shueisha's men's fashion magazine "MEN'S NON-NO" (hereinafter, MEN'S NON-NO) will begin accepting applications for the "41st MEN'S NON-NO Model Audition" on Saturday, May 9, the release date of its latest June issue. Currently, the exclusive models active in the media include Oji Suzuka, Jin Suzuki, Daisuke Nakagawa, Yuta Toyoda, Rintaro Mizusawa, and Kota Nomura, all of whom are active in various fields beyond modeling, such as acting. We are widely seeking "new talent for the next generation" to further invigorate MEN'S NON-NO, following in their footsteps. Furthermore, in 2026, which marks the 40th anniversary of its founding, MEN'S NON-NO will team up with the select shop "BEAMS," which has a deep connection with the magazine and is also celebrating its 50th anniversary. A special "BEAMS Award" will be established. MEN'S NON-NO exclusive models are not only noted as fashion models but also as a gateway for young stars. Please pay attention to this audition, where new talent will become a part of it!
Main visual for the MEN'S NON-NO Model Audition special page on "MEN'S NON-NO WEB," featuring Daisuke Nakagawa, Jin Suzuki, Rintaro Mizusawa from the top left, and Kota Nomura, Hiroto Takahashi, Yuta Toyoda from the bottom left. (C) MEN'S NON-NO WEB / Shueisha Photography / Yutaro Tagawa (CEKAI)
About the "MEN'S NON-NO Model Audition"
This audition has been held annually since the founding of MEN'S NON-NO in 1986 to discover new exclusive models. Actors currently active on the front lines, such as Seiichi Tanabe (2nd audition), Shosuke Tanihara (7th), Kentaro Sakaguchi (25th), Ryo Narita (28th), and Hio Miyazawa (30th), started their careers through this audition. Since the 36th audition (2021), in addition to selection by the editorial department, a reader-participation popularity poll has also been conducted on the official website "MEN'S NON-NO WEB" (hereinafter, MEN'S NON-NO WEB). During the voting period, candidates appeal to readers through self-made videos and Instagram Live. The aim is to produce stars loved by many people in a way that is in tune with the times.
Six models, including Daisuke Nakagawa, Yuta Toyoda, and Kota Nomura, who are also active as actors, send messages of encouragement to applicants!
For the main visual of the audition special page on MEN'S NON-NO WEB, six MEN'S NON-NO models who are also expanding their activities as actors were featured to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the magazine's founding. Daisuke Nakagawa, Jin Suzuki, Yuta Toyoda, Rintaro Mizusawa, Kota Nomura, and Hiroto Takahashi appear. WEB original interviews, which will be released sequentially, include memories of the six models when they auditioned and messages of encouragement to applicants.
*The "Taka" in Hiroto Takahashi is correctly written with the "hashigodaka" radical.
Daisuke Nakagawa's Comment
"Ten years ago, I applied for this audition, inspired by Yoshiaki Takahashi, a MEN'S NON-NO model alumnus and my senior at university. I believe that there are always things to gain and grow from in the process of challenging oneself, as I experienced myself. If you have even a little interest, please apply!"
*The "Taka" in Yoshiaki Takahashi is correctly written with the "hashigodaka" radical.
Photo of Daisuke Nakagawa on "MEN'S NON-NO WEB" (C) MEN'S NON-NO WEB / Shueisha Photography / Kentaro Otsuka
Daisuke Nakagawa Profile
NAKAGAWA DAISUKE ● Born January 5, 1998 / From Tokyo / 184cm
Became an exclusive model for the magazine from the "31st MEN'S NON-NO Model Audition" in 2016. His role as Teramoto in the Sunday drama "Reboot" garnered significant attention. He is a regular main personality on the official MEN'S NON-NO Podcast program "MEN'S NON-NO Radio."
Jin Suzuki's Comment
"MEN'S NON-NO is a place I can call 'home.' I think everyone applying has someone they admire, but I want you to cherish your own unique color rather than trying to become that person. It would be a waste to conform, so believe in your individuality and appeal positively. I'm rooting for you!"
Photo of Jin Suzuki on "MEN'S NON-NO WEB" (C) MEN'S NON-NO WEB / Shueisha Photography / Kentaro Otsuka
Jin Suzuki Profile
SUZUKI JIN ● Born July 22, 1999 / From Tokyo / 184cm
Became an exclusive model for the magazine from the "31st MEN'S NON-NO Model Audition" in 2016. Currently appearing in the drama "Before You Get the Death Penalty." He also held a photo exhibition, "zjine exhibition -Unscripted-" in February this year, utilizing his hobby of photography.
Yuta Toyoda's Comment
"MEN'S NON-NO is a workplace where many people, including exclusive models and staff, are happy. We are waiting for those who can join us in enlivening MEN'S NON-NO, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Challenge yourself!
Main visual for the MEN'S NON-NO Model Audition special page on "MEN'S NON-NO WEB," featuring Daisuke Nakagawa, Jin Suzuki, Rintaro Mizusawa from the top left, and Kota Nomura, Hiroto Takahashi, Yuta Toyoda from the bottom left. (C) MEN'S NON-NO WEB / Shueisha Photography / Yutaro Tagawa (CEKAI)
About the "MEN'S NON-NO Model Audition"
This audition has been held annually since the founding of MEN'S NON-NO in 1986 to discover new exclusive models. Actors currently active on the front lines, such as Seiichi Tanabe (2nd audition), Shosuke Tanihara (7th), Kentaro Sakaguchi (25th), Ryo Narita (28th), and Hio Miyazawa (30th), started their careers through this audition. Since the 36th audition (2021), in addition to selection by the editorial department, a reader-participation popularity poll has also been conducted on the official website "MEN'S NON-NO WEB" (hereinafter, MEN'S NON-NO WEB). During the voting period, candidates appeal to readers through self-made videos and Instagram Live. The aim is to produce stars loved by many people in a way that is in tune with the times.
Six models, including Daisuke Nakagawa, Yuta Toyoda, and Kota Nomura, who are also active as actors, send messages of encouragement to applicants!
For the main visual of the audition special page on MEN'S NON-NO WEB, six MEN'S NON-NO models who are also expanding their activities as actors were featured to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the magazine's founding. Daisuke Nakagawa, Jin Suzuki, Yuta Toyoda, Rintaro Mizusawa, Kota Nomura, and Hiroto Takahashi appear. WEB original interviews, which will be released sequentially, include memories of the six models when they auditioned and messages of encouragement to applicants.
*The "Taka" in Hiroto Takahashi is correctly written with the "hashigodaka" radical.
Daisuke Nakagawa's Comment
"Ten years ago, I applied for this audition, inspired by Yoshiaki Takahashi, a MEN'S NON-NO model alumnus and my senior at university. I believe that there are always things to gain and grow from in the process of challenging oneself, as I experienced myself. If you have even a little interest, please apply!"
*The "Taka" in Yoshiaki Takahashi is correctly written with the "hashigodaka" radical.
Photo of Daisuke Nakagawa on "MEN'S NON-NO WEB" (C) MEN'S NON-NO WEB / Shueisha Photography / Kentaro Otsuka
Daisuke Nakagawa Profile
NAKAGAWA DAISUKE ● Born January 5, 1998 / From Tokyo / 184cm
Became an exclusive model for the magazine from the "31st MEN'S NON-NO Model Audition" in 2016. His role as Teramoto in the Sunday drama "Reboot" garnered significant attention. He is a regular main personality on the official MEN'S NON-NO Podcast program "MEN'S NON-NO Radio."
Jin Suzuki's Comment
"MEN'S NON-NO is a place I can call 'home.' I think everyone applying has someone they admire, but I want you to cherish your own unique color rather than trying to become that person. It would be a waste to conform, so believe in your individuality and appeal positively. I'm rooting for you!"
Photo of Jin Suzuki on "MEN'S NON-NO WEB" (C) MEN'S NON-NO WEB / Shueisha Photography / Kentaro Otsuka
Jin Suzuki Profile
SUZUKI JIN ● Born July 22, 1999 / From Tokyo / 184cm
Became an exclusive model for the magazine from the "31st MEN'S NON-NO Model Audition" in 2016. Currently appearing in the drama "Before You Get the Death Penalty." He also held a photo exhibition, "zjine exhibition -Unscripted-" in February this year, utilizing his hobby of photography.
Yuta Toyoda's Comment
"MEN'S NON-NO is a workplace where many people, including exclusive models and staff, are happy. We are waiting for those who can join us in enlivening MEN'S NON-NO, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Challenge yourself!