Rin Takakuwa Achieves Historic 8 Crowns at 2025 Bishoujo Zukan Award

The highly anticipated event, "Bishoujo Zukan AWARD 2025 supported by FELICE," took place on March 22, 2025. This year, it celebrated an outstanding achievement—Rin Takakuwa captured a remarkable total of 8 crowns, including the coveted Grand Prix title. As part of the rewards for her exceptional win, she has announced the upcoming release of her featured spreads in Weekly Playboy as well as her debut digital photo collection titled "Cinderella is Suddenly Here".

Scheduled for release on July 28, 2025, the Weekly Playboy issue will showcase 7 stunning pages filled with breathtaking swimsuit photographs that highlight Takakuwa’s youthful charm and mature appeal, captivating readers with her flawless figure and elegant poses. Furthermore, her inaugural digital photo book will include carefully selected shots from the magazine as well as additional exclusive images, perfectly capturing her versatility and beauty.

In these pictures, viewers will find everything from daring poses that accentuate her slender lines to enchanting depictions of her relaxing on traditional tatami mats. This collection aims to depict the unique allure that only Rin Takakuwa can offer at the tender age of 20, showcasing her growth as she embarks on her journey towards stardom.

Rin's Thoughts

In a heartfelt message, Rin expressed her gratitude, saying, "Winning an award at the Bishoujo Zukan AWARD 2025 has propelled me into the world of swimsuit gravure photography, and I'm amazed by the overwhelming response I've received. I truly appreciate the support from everyone!" She continued, "With the launch of my first digital photo collection, I hope to present a new side of me. Initially, I felt quite nervous; however, the delightful swimsuits and beautiful locations uplifted my spirits, allowing me to really enjoy the experience. I hope many people will take the time to check out this photo book, and I will continue to give my best in all my future activities, so please look after me!"

Book Details

Publication: Weekly Playboy
Release Date: July 28, 2025
Price: 650 yen (tax included)
Official Site: Weekly Playboy

Digital Photo Collection: "Cinderella is Suddenly Here"
Release Date: July 28, 2025 (Pre-orders open July 26, 2025)
Price: 1,100 yen (tax included)
Pre-order Link: Grajapa

About the Bishoujo Zukan Award

Established in 2002, the Bishoujo Zukan has been a cultural staple that highlights beautiful young women across Japan. Over the years, many aspiring actresses and talents, such as Fumi Nikaido and Yuko Araki, have blossomed into icons through this platform. The Bishoujo Zukan Award has been organized annually since 2019 to scout the next generation of beautiful girls, providing equal opportunities regardless of locality. This year’s theme, "Ranmman," aimed to erase opportunity disparities by reaching a record of 14 venues across Japan. An online component allowed participants to join from anywhere via a livestream, bringing together finalists from over 6,400 submissions.

The finale not only crowned Rin Takakuwa, but it also featured celebrated hosts, including Rino Higa and the charismatic wrestler Super Sasadango Machine, delighting audiences everywhere with live commentary and engagement.

Runner-Up Details

In addition to her modeling, Rin has been involved in several commercials, including those for Unilever Japan, showcasing her multifaceted abilities as a model and actress. As she embarks on this exciting new chapter, audiences eagerly anticipate more from her dynamic career ahead.

Closing Thoughts

With both her stunning magazine spread and digital photoshoot on the horizon, Rin Takakuwa represents the future of beauty and talent in Japan. Her success at the Bishoujo Zukan AWARD 2025 not only marks a personal milestone but also sets the stage for her blossoming career. Keep an eye out for this rising star’s upcoming ventures!