Daiki Shigeoka graces "MG" with his first solo cover! A 10,000-character long interview delving into his fresh, true self, capturing his "boyish charm"!
The latest issue (No. 32) of the new music magazine "MG" was released on April 2nd, featuring Daiki Shigeoka of WEST. on his first solo cover. The issue also includes gravure features and long interviews with popular artists like ACEes, SHOW-WA & MATSURI, and Genshin wa Jibun ni Aru.
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Tokyo News Service, which publishes TV information magazines such as "TV Guide," released its new music magazine "MG" (エムジー) on Thursday, April 2nd, offering new ways to enjoy music that suit the new era. It is available at bookstores nationwide and online bookstores. Furthermore, the digital edition is scheduled to be sequentially distributed on various e-bookstores from Wednesday, April 8th.
The cover and lead feature of the 32nd issue star **Daiki Shigeoka** from WEST., who is celebrating his 12th year since debut and is currently on the "WEST. LIVE TOUR 2026 Mu Nii" following the release of their 12th album "Mu Nii." While the group has appeared on the cover six times in the past, this is Shigeoka's first solo cover for the magazine. The 12-page feature captures Shigeoka's boyish charm, always maintaining a childlike spirit, alongside his occasional mature expressions—showcasing his multifaceted appeal. The approximately 10,000-character interview delves into the secret stories behind the production of the album's lead song "Kore de ii no da!", for which he handled lyrics, composition, and choreography. He also discusses his renewed thoughts on his ideal idol image and what he cherishes from his approximately 20 years of experience as an idol. Additionally, Shigeoka shares his thoughts on "WEST.'s songs and performance appeal that symbolize the members." We invite you to experience Shigeoka's "current" voice to the fullest.
The back cover features **ACEes**, making their first appearance in the magazine, with their "ACEes Arena Tour 2026 'V'" starting in May. Please enjoy their splendid and beautiful gravure. In addition to their favorite music and artists, an approximately 8,000-character roundtable discussion covers their passionate thoughts on the tour and the changes and growth since the group's formation.
**SHOW-WA & MATSURI** also make their first appearance in the magazine. This special delivers a massive 20 pages and approximately 10,000 characters, featuring elegant joint shots, individual group shots, and solo shots! Besides secret stories from the recording of their 2nd single "June Bride," which goes on sale April 29th, and the appeal of each group, members were directly asked about "the fated song that changed them," in line with their new song's theme of destiny.
And **Genshin wa Jibun ni Aru.** also makes their first appearance in the magazine. Their beautiful seven-member shots, illuminated by enchanting lighting, and an approximately 6,000-character long interview discussing the behind-the-scenes of their latest EP "Bungei Kaitai Shinsho" and self-introductions by members about each other, are a must-read.
Also featured are **Marcey**, **Erika Ikuta**, and **Sakurazaka46**'s **Yui Takemoto, Junha Mukai, and Murayama Mi.**
The cover and lead feature of the 32nd issue star **Daiki Shigeoka** from WEST., who is celebrating his 12th year since debut and is currently on the "WEST. LIVE TOUR 2026 Mu Nii" following the release of their 12th album "Mu Nii." While the group has appeared on the cover six times in the past, this is Shigeoka's first solo cover for the magazine. The 12-page feature captures Shigeoka's boyish charm, always maintaining a childlike spirit, alongside his occasional mature expressions—showcasing his multifaceted appeal. The approximately 10,000-character interview delves into the secret stories behind the production of the album's lead song "Kore de ii no da!", for which he handled lyrics, composition, and choreography. He also discusses his renewed thoughts on his ideal idol image and what he cherishes from his approximately 20 years of experience as an idol. Additionally, Shigeoka shares his thoughts on "WEST.'s songs and performance appeal that symbolize the members." We invite you to experience Shigeoka's "current" voice to the fullest.
The back cover features **ACEes**, making their first appearance in the magazine, with their "ACEes Arena Tour 2026 'V'" starting in May. Please enjoy their splendid and beautiful gravure. In addition to their favorite music and artists, an approximately 8,000-character roundtable discussion covers their passionate thoughts on the tour and the changes and growth since the group's formation.
**SHOW-WA & MATSURI** also make their first appearance in the magazine. This special delivers a massive 20 pages and approximately 10,000 characters, featuring elegant joint shots, individual group shots, and solo shots! Besides secret stories from the recording of their 2nd single "June Bride," which goes on sale April 29th, and the appeal of each group, members were directly asked about "the fated song that changed them," in line with their new song's theme of destiny.
And **Genshin wa Jibun ni Aru.** also makes their first appearance in the magazine. Their beautiful seven-member shots, illuminated by enchanting lighting, and an approximately 6,000-character long interview discussing the behind-the-scenes of their latest EP "Bungei Kaitai Shinsho" and self-introductions by members about each other, are a must-read.
Also featured are **Marcey**, **Erika Ikuta**, and **Sakurazaka46**'s **Yui Takemoto, Junha Mukai, and Murayama Mi.**