Showing posts with label Horikita Maki. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Horikita Maki. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Yamamoto Koji reveals how he got Horikita Maki to marry him

On August 24, Yamamoto Koji (38) gave an interview on Fuji TV's morning news program 'Tokudane!' detailing the 6-year journey from the time he met Horikita Maki (26) to their marriage on August 22.


They first met while filming for 2009 spring drama 'Atashinchi no Danshi' and he said he was taken in by her mental strength although she was only 20 or 21 years old at the time. He asked for her number and got it, but it was the number for her agency.

In 2010, they played husband and wife in 'Wagaya no Rekishi'. He was impressed with her strong skills as an actress and also charmed by how reserved she can be at times. On the last day of filming, he invited her out for drinks with everyone but she declined.

Saturday, August 22, 2015

Horikita Maki's Fanclub to close down by the end of the year


Horikita Maki's agency, Sweet Power, is closing down her fanclub in December 2015. In its notice, the agency thanked fans for their support in the last 10 years the fanclub has been running. Applications for membership were still accepted until July 31 at 6pm. Sweet Power denies that the decision had anything to do with her marriage announcement to Yamamoto Koji and that the decision was made before her intention to marry.

Horikita Maki announces marriage to actor Yamamoto Koji

Horikita Maki (26) and actor Yamamoto Koji (38) are married. They submitted their marriage registration on August 22 at a ward office in Tokyo via a proxy. She is not expecting and will continue working. They first got acquainted 6 years ago while filming for Fuji TV drama 'Atashinchi no Danshi' but only grew closer when they played lovers in stage play 'Wuthering Heights' this year.


According to some sources, they began dating in June and started living together in early August. Below is a statement by Horikita Maki through her agency, Sweet Power, to the media.

This is a personal matter but I, Horikita Maki, married Yamamoto Koji-san on August 22.

Please forgive me for announcing this in written form in such a sudden manner.

I made acquaintance with Yamamoto-san 6 years ago through work but it was when we worked together in the stage play 'Wuthering Heights' that I was charmed by his character. We wish to live our lives together from now on and the next step is marriage.

We are still inexperienced but from now on, as always, we seek your guidance and encouragement.

22 August 2015
Horikita Maki
In the blog for paying members, she writes:

I didn't really have any intention to marry but being with him, 'marriage' came up naturally and I believe that it will bring me happiness. From now on, so as not to betray your expectations, I will continue to face work earnestly.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Horikita Maki Staff Diary
The snow…(´Д` )

19th February 2013
Snow was fluttering like soft hail in Tokyo today.
It's cold, isn't it〜
About today (the message in the photo), more details will be revealed when the time comes.
Look forward to it ♪

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The message:-
Today, I tried out something I have not done in 6 and a half years! As to what it is, you'll know in about 3 weeks ♪
Horikita Maki

... And the first thing that popped into my head was this (○≧∇≦○)

Friday, January 18, 2013

Horikita Maki Staff Diary
Overwhelmed♪

18th January 2013


Horikita was so happy when she knew that they were coming to Japan, receiving them as guests (^O^)/
They were extremely friendly and did not hesitate taking a group photo!! It was a rare moment for her to feel a little nervous...
These days, during make-up sessions or in commute, she's always listening to ONE DIRECTION.
You guys too, do the same ♪
Today, they'll be on Music Station!

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Horikita Maki Staff Diary
Kouhaku Poster Shoot

28th November 2012

The other day, we had the photo shoot for the Kouhaku poster!
There were some off-shots in TV magazines and such. She and the Arashi members had to climb a sphere about 2m high for the shoot!!
For the sitting shots, some protrusions were made so they wouldn't slip off but to touch up on make-up and do clothing adjustments, you could not get to Maki without climbing a step-ladder... (◎_◎;)
It was difficult on so many levels but it was a fun photo session~
Check it out when it's out♪

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Horikita Maki Staff Diary
Hot Pepper Beauty

5th September 2012

Right now, at train stations etc., all lined up side by side, are 4 different covers with Maki !!
Check them out!

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Hot Pepper interview here. One of the things she talked about was how she gets rid of stress.

"If I feel like, today I have to let out some stress, I'll start chopping up ingredients (laugh). I'll feel refreshed and also get a good meal, killing two birds with one stone! That's why my chopping board at home is rather big. So that I don't get irritated with all the little bits that start flying around outside the board if it was too small (laugh)."

She also mentions how she likes to handle things on her own, like changing light bulbs and fixing wiring for the television. She always reads manuals for appliances as she likes knowing about the different functions. While she believes that she can do anything on on her own and prefers to be the one relied on, she also acknowledges that sometimes relying on someone else can be a cute factor for a girl. She jokingly says that she would want to be that girl but it might be difficult.

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Horikita Maki Staff Diary
New CM!!

30th August 2012

Today, she attended a CM product launch!
She is the new image character for Kracie Ichikami.
It will air from 1st September.
She'll be speaking French too.
It's a beautiful way of seeing the world, so please watch!
A cute boy will be there too (^O^)/

CM
 
Product Launch

Thursday, August 23, 2012

Horikita Maki Official Blog
Umeko and Umeko?!

20th August 2012

This is what Noriko-san gave in place for not being able to come to the marriage ceremony. Do they look alike? It's now used to decorate the hospital. Look for it!!

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Horikita Maki takes the train!

In mid-July, at around 6pm, Horikita Maki was spotted at Shibuya Station dressed casually in a long-sleeved shirt, loose-fitting jeans and sneakers. Maki was with a woman who seemed like her manager. They got off a train on the Saikyo Line and headed to the fare-adjustment machine before exiting the station, most likely to NHK where she is currently filming 'Umechan Sensei'. A witness commented,"Never in my dreams did I even think a top-notch actress like Horikita-san would use the train to get around." So why is a leading actress in movies and dramas travelling in this manner? "This is an effect from Kuroki Meisa's shotgun marriage to Akanishi Jin. After the shock announcement, planned events were cancelled and sponsors started cancelling commercial contracts. These amounted to losses of several hundred million yen. Because of that, the agency has been trying to find ways of saving money, even if it's a little. It seems that there has even been occasions when Horikita rode a bicycle to the set of Umechan Sensei," explains a writer for a weekly magazine.

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and also making headlines, Ayase Haruka shops for her own groceries on 3rd August.


Source

Monday, July 23, 2012

Current ranking of top-earning actresses

Nikkan Gendai has released a ranking of the top-earning actresses in Japan. The list covers the recent estimated earning of an actress for one episode of a drama and the potential viewer ratings she could garner. Matsushima Nanako topped the list with 2.5 million yen per episode (US$31700, SGD$40000). With plans to participate in only 2 dramas for Nippon TV next year, there are rumours that she might even command 4 million yen per episode.

Top-earning actresses
Name/Estimated fee per episode(円)/Potential viewership ratings(%)

 1. Matsushima Nanako 2.5 million (US$31700) 12.4%

 2. Ayase Haruka 2.2 million (US$28000) 12.1%

 3. Ueto Aya 2 million (US$25400) 11.9%

 4. Nagasawa Masami 2 million 9.7%

 5. Amami Yuki 2 million 8.9%

Thursday, June 7, 2012

Horikita Maki Official Blog
VOCE

7th June 2012


Have you got your copy??
A few days back, while prepping for a photoshoot in the waiting room, she took a photo with the magazine as a keepsake (>_<)

It's a magazine that guys will hardly pick, without looking in it, they'll give it a pass.
Unique fashion with a fresh feeling is featured, you won't regret it!

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Horikita Maki Official Blog
docomo Catalogue

4th June 2012

She's on the cover for this month's docomo catalogue.
Surrounded by hydrangeas on location.
This is just a side shot, do check out  the magazine!

Feels like it's summer already... (>_<)
Take care of your health.
The blues and greens of hydrangeas are quite soothing...

Friday, June 1, 2012

Horikita Maki Official Blog
Photoshoot for Magazine Cover

31st May 2012


Now on sale, Josei Jishin where she's on the cover.
In it, there are photos from Ume-chan Sensei, do check it out!

You can't really see it on the cover page,
But here's what she was wearing 〜o(^▽^)o

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Horikita Maki Official Blog
Today too

20th May 2012


Isn't the weather great? 〜(^-^)/
Yesterday was kinda hot...

Today we're on location for a magazine photoshoot! With the sunshine, it definitely feels like summer's near, quite exciting ♪
The greenery is also beautiful.

Everyone, are you heading out too?!

Tomorrow, about 7.30, will be the solar eclipse. Then at 8 o'clock, go straight to your TV!!

Saturday, May 12, 2012

Horikita Maki Official Blog
Leo Palace PR

Recently, she made an appearance for Leo Palace!
The hairstyle differs, but the outfit is the same one from the CM♪ Many outfits were worn for the CM, but the final one is the most popular, so it's chosen for this day〜(^-^)/
The CM begins airing from the 15th onwards. This time, it's with Harisenbon-san. In the CM, changing wallpapers and curtains are possible through 'Room Customization'.
Look forward to it ☆

Thursday, May 3, 2012

Horikita Maki Official Blog
Nikkei Entertainment

3rd May 2012


Now on sale, Nikkei Entertainment! She's featured in the Interview segment.
She wears a green dress in the photo~
The cameraman is someone she's worked with for a photoshoot in Germany (calendar), Kobayashi Baku-san. Baku-san has great talent for drawing out wonderful facial expressions (^O^)/ She always feels relaxed working with him.
They also spoke at length about 'Ume-chan Sensei'. Do check it out!



Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Horikita Maki Official Blog
Golden Week

1st May 2012


Everyone, how are you doing??
Maki is doing her best for Ume-chan!

The photo was taken to commemorate the Ume-chan train when it was heading towards Shinagawa Station.

I think it's yet another day with great weather to be out and about... sorry that I'm repeating what I said in the previous post.

Sunday, April 29, 2012

Horikita Maki Official Blog
with

29th April 2012


with is now on sale!
Photos taken in 5 different outfits~
Please check it out!

The photo above was the last cut.
It's been great weather these past few days, makes you wanna leave the house right? ♪



Buy with June 2012
(with earth music&ecology everyday Tote & Dot Pouch)

Sunday, April 8, 2012

Horikita Maki on Doyo Studio Park

Maki was a guest on NHK's Doyo Studio Park on 7th April. She looks beautiful, look at that glowing skin Ψ(౪֊౪✹Ψ