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Miss Magazine 2027: Top 10 Contestants Revealed

On July 28, 2026, Kodansha Co., Ltd. announced the top 10 contestants who have successfully passed the third round of evaluations for the Miss Magazine 2027 competition. As Japan's most supportive beauty pageant, Miss Magazine aims to be a turning point in the lives of girls aspiring to enter the entertainment industry.

In a major shift for this year, the competition has extended its evaluation period to approximately one year, allowing for a more in-depth assessment of each contestant’s unique qualities and inner selves. Beyond the judging process, those who emerge as winners will have opportunities tailored to their strengths, providing diverse pathways for growth in various arenas within the industry.

Upcoming Schedule

• - Top 10 Announcement Live Broadcast: July 28, 2026
• - Fourth Round Evaluation (Top 10 to Final 5 Selection): August 3 - August 23, 2026
• - Finalist Announcement Live Broadcast: September 6, 2026
• - Final Evaluation (Finalist Photoshoot): Early September to December 2026
• - Finalist Photoshoot/Evaluation: Late September to mid-October 2026
• - Grand Prix Announcement Press Conference: January 19, 2027

Voting and Evaluation Methods

The finalists for Miss Magazine 2027 will be determined based on a comprehensive evaluation across four assessment criteria:

• - Voting Period: August 3 - August 23, 2026
• - Evaluation Methods:

1. Mail-in Review
2. Yanmaga Web Points Ranking
3. Yanmaga Club Rental Ranking
4. SHOO ROOM Points Ranking

Profiles of Top 10 Contestants

1. Momoe Shiraishi
Agency: FirstStep
Birthdate: June 3, 2009
Hometown: Mie Prefecture

2. Saki Kamiyama
Agency: Space Craft
Birthdate: July 11, 2008
Hometown: Tokyo

3. Kurumi Koyama
Agency: GMB Productions
Birthdate: March 25, 2008
Hometown: Tokyo

4. Hikari Naruse
Agency: Avex Entertainment
Birthdate: October 1, 2004
Hometown: Osaka Prefecture

5. Haruka Hayashi
Agency: GloryB
Birthdate: February 14, 2005
Hometown: Fukuoka Prefecture

6. Juri Senna
Agency: A Rights
Birthdate: October 1, 2005
Hometown: Hyogo Prefecture

7. Tsubaki Yumiya
Agency: Youth Production
Birthdate: June 10, 2009
Hometown: Tokyo

8. Matsuri Uchida
Agency: -
Birthdate: July 3, 2002
Hometown: Fukuoka Prefecture

9. Rin Arinami
Agency: Higashihai Theater Company
Birthdate: March 5, 2006
Hometown: Tochigi Prefecture

10. Mii Araki
Agency: Amity Promotion
Birthdate: June 10, 2009
Hometown: Tokyo

About Miss Magazine

Since its inception in 1982, Miss Magazine has been a launching pad for many successful figures, including Shoko Nakagawa, Kiiko Kitano, Kana Kurashina, and many more who have thrived as models and actresses. Celebrating its 45th anniversary in 2027, Miss Magazine continues to be the most supportive competition for young girls, guiding them towards effective careers as actors, talents, models, and beyond. This event continues to serve as a significant crossroads in their lives as they look toward the future.

For more information, visit the official Miss Magazine website: Miss Magazine Official Site