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Nogizaka46's Satsuki Sugawara Unveils Wake-Up Photobook

TOKYO, Jan 14 (News On Japan) - A preview Sugawara Sakutsuki's upcoming photo book, "Ano Koro, Nogizaka Ni Ita (Back Then, I Was In Nogizaka)", has been unveiled ahead of its February 20 release.

Sugawara, known for her cool performance as the lead in Nogizaka46's 5th generation song "Band-Aid Hagasu You Na Wakarekata (A Break-Up Like Peeling Off A Band-Aid)", and for her strong character as "Babumi-sensei" on Nippon Television's variety show "Super Nogizaka Star Tanjo!," the photo teaser highlights the contrast in Sugawara's popular image.

Nogizaka46, created as the official rival of AKB48, continues to be active in the media, including TV and radio appearances. Their 12th birthday live concert has been announced, and their 11th will soon be released on Blu-ray & DVD.

Source: Natalie

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