Chikkoi Myojo September 2026 Issue [Cover] Ae! group [New Series] Snow Man [Card] Junior Message Card / "Gahaku" Returns

[Machine Translation] *The content of the standard edition and the mini edition is the same. The photos and designs on the front cover, back cover, and cardboard insert differ. A ! group breaks new ground on the front and back covers of *Myojo*! Through intimate shots showing the members getting closer than ever, the issue delves into the dynamics between the four. Their starring film, *Osomatsu-san: The Plan to Turn Humanity into Scum!!!!!?*, is generating a lot of buzz, and A ! group s nationwide tour, *A ! group LIVE TOUR 2026 Runway*, is also reaching its climax as it heads toward the finale. In the September issue of *Myojo* (published by Shueisha), on sale Wednesday, July 22, they will grace both the cover and back cover in two versions: the standard edition and the chiccoi" (mini) edition. Furthermore, in addition to a 12-page feature inside the magazine, they also appear on a cardboard insert included with the issue. In this issue, under the theme A L (A-L)" a play on A ! group s A " combined with the initial L" of LOVE the magazine explores the endearing closeness and relationships among the four members through intimate photos capturing their growing bond. (About the A ! group Cover, Back Cover, and Feature) The cover and back cover feature close-up shots with different atmospheres in the standard edition and the mini edition. In the standard edition, the photos capture a sensual closeness amidst a romantic summer mood. The Petite Edition" captures them with their faces pressed close together on a bed, conveying a natural, everyday atmosphere. This photo spread is composed entirely of intimate shots of the members together, based on pair scenarios readers want to see" submitted by fans. It expresses six different dynamics among the four members through distinct situations and varying degrees of physical closeness. The spread includes shots that reveal the unique chemistry of each pair such as facing each other on a bed, a scene where one gently gazes at the other from behind in the kitchen, and moments when they intertwine their hands and shoulders or draw their cheeks close together. During the shoot, Ken Kojima remarked, I can feel your breath on me," and Yoshinori Masakado couldn t help but let out a shy smile. Captured at a distance where their skin almost touches, these shots intimately capture the unique bonds between the four members. In the interviews, based on heart-fluttering moments" for each pair submitted by readers, the participants themselves discuss the events and dynamics of those times. They delve into the unique chemistry that can only exist after being together for so many years, as well as the bonds of trust that are only now becoming apparent. Additionally, a feature asks them to choose the person they d most want by their side" in 15 different scenarios. Whether it s sharing a room, going for a drive, taking on a ghost hunt, or having a down day in situations that take everyday life a step further into fantasy who will they choose? Their answers reveal unexpected forms of affection between the members. ( About other features in the September issue of *Myojo* ) Snow Man s new series, 9 DREAMS The Dreams Seen by Nine People " is set to begin. Centered on the theme of idols dreams," this series offers a peek into the unique dreams each of the nine members experiences. In the first installment, Tatsuya Fukazawa appears, depicting his world where he is captivated by clothing. Additionally, *Myojo*, which celebrates its 74th anniversary in the upcoming October issue, will run a special feature spanning two consecutive issues starting with the September issue. As the first installment of the 74th-anniversary special series, the issue will include a thick-card insert, the Junior Message Card," which lets readers check the latest information on the Juniors all at once, as well as the second installment of the highly popular Artist Card 2nd" series. The cast members showcase their unique artistic talents by decorating their own faces or drawing original mascots. Furthermore, Ren Nagase of King & Prince appears in *Myojo* for the first time in four months in the irregularly published series Nichinichikoi Ren Returns!" We bring you Nagase s latest words and expressions.

※通常版とちっこい版の内容は同じです。表紙、裏表紙、厚紙カードは写真&デザインが異なります。 Aぇ! groupが「Myojo」表紙&裏表紙で新境地! メンバー同士が急接近する密着カットで、4人の関係性に迫る 公開中の主演映画『おそ松さん 人類クズ化計画!!!!!?』が話題を呼び、全国ツアー『Aぇ! group LIVE TOUR 2026 Runway』もファイナルへ向けて大詰めを迎えているAぇ! group。7月22日（水）発売の「Myojo」（みょうじょう/集英社刊）9月号では、通常版・ちっこい版の2パターンで表紙と裏表紙を飾ります。さらに、中面12ページの特集に加え、とじ込み付録の厚紙カードにも登場。同号では、Aぇ! groupの"Aぇ"に、LOVEの頭文字"L"を掛け合わせた企画タイトル"AぇL（エーエル）"をテーマに、メンバー同士が急接近する密着カットを通して、4人の愛おしい距離感や関係性に迫ります。 【Aぇ! group 表紙・裏表紙&特集について】 表紙・裏表紙は、通常版とちっこい版で異なる雰囲気の接近ショットを採用。通常版では、夏のロマンティックなムードのなか、色気漂う近さを撮影。ちっこい版では、ベッドの上でぎゅっと顔を寄せ合い、生活感のある自然体な空気を収めました。 今回のグラビアは、読者から募集した"見たいペアシチュエーション"をもとに、メンバー同士の密着カットのみで構成。4人が見せる6通りの関係性を、それぞれ異なるシチュエーションと距離感で表現しています。ベッドの上で向かい合う姿、キッチンで背後からそっと見つめるシーン、手や肩を重ね、頬を寄せ合うほど近づく瞬間など、ペアごとに異なる関係性がにじむカットも収録。撮影中には、小島健さんが「吐息、かかってる」と反応し、正門良規さんも思わず照れ笑いを浮かべる場面も。肌がふれあうほどの距離で、4人ならではの関係性を濃密に切り取ります。 インタビューでは、読者から届いた"各ペアのキュンな瞬間"をもとに、本人たちが当時の出来事や関係性を答え合わせ。長年一緒にいるからこそ成立する空気や、今だからこそ見えてくる信頼関係まで掘り下げます。さらに、15のシチュエーションで"いちばんそばにいてほしい人"を選ぶ企画も実施。ルームシェア、ドライブ、肝試し、落ち込んだ日など、日常から少し妄想が広がる場面で誰を選ぶのか。それぞれの答えから、メンバー同士の意外なLOVEのかたちが見えてきます。 【「Myojo」9月号のその他の特集について】 Snow Manの新企画『9 DREAMS―9人がみる夢―』がスタートします。アイドルの"夢の中"をテーマに、9人それぞれがどんな夢を見るのかをのぞいていく本企画。初回には深澤辰哉さんが登場し、服に魅せられた彼の世界を描きます。 また、次号10月号で創刊74周年を迎える「Myojo」では、9月号から2号連続のスペシャル企画を実施。創刊74周年スペシャル企画の第1弾として、ジュニアの最新データを一気にチェックできる厚紙カード、『ジュニアメッセージカード』をとじ込み付録とするほか、大好評企画第2弾『画伯カード 2nd』も登場。出演者たちが自分の顔をデコレーションしたり、オリジナルのゆるキャラを描いたりと、個性あふれる"画伯"ぶりを披露しています。さらに、King & Princeの永瀬廉さんが不定期連載『日日恋廉リターンズ!』で4カ月ぶりに「Myojo」に登場。永瀬さんの、今の言葉と表情をお届けします。