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INI to Grace the Cover of 'Numero TOKYO' Magazine's March Special Edition

TOKYO, Jan 26 (News On Japan) - Popular boy band INI will be featured on the cover of the special edition of 'Numero TOKYO' magazine's March issue, which is set to be released on January 26. This special edition comes with an additional booklet titled "Numero Tokyo Homme INI," offering fans a glimpse into the hearts and minds of the 11 members through portraits and interviews.

Since their spectacular debut in 2021, INI is now entering their third year in the entertainment industry. The special edition's supplement, "THE PORTRAITS OF 11 BOYS: The Portrait of INI," showcases each member's current state of mind, captured through intimate portraits and in-depth interviews.

In the interviews, members openly discuss their struggles and aspirations. Rihito Ikezaki shares, "We are struggling to break out of our shell, fighting through our troubles while seeking something explosive."

The members' comments extracted from the magazine's interviews reveal their dedication and personal philosophies. Masaya Kimura emphasizes, "It's okay not to be perfect, but it's important to do our best. If each of us does our best, that fact alone can lead to confidence, even if the result isn't perfect." Hiroto Nishi talks about contributing to INI's growth by reflecting on what he can offer to the group.

Takumi Ozaki's words highlight the importance of continual growth, stating, "The moment you give up on growing is the end. I always want to be someone who thinks about how to grow and faces it." Kyosuke Fujimaki shares his shift in perspective after a period of struggle, finding a sense of self-acceptance in doing things his own way. Yudai Sano regards his career in music as a miracle and is determined to seize the opportunities in his once-in-a-lifetime journey.

Rihito Ikezaki discusses the group's battle to break out of their shell, and Jin Matsuda prefers to say "not yet" when asked about a job well done, aiming to set and achieve goals before feeling satisfied.

Readers can delve into these intriguing insights and more in the pages of 'Numero TOKYO.' The magazine also features updates on INI's television and radio appearances, as well as information on their upcoming releases and other activities.

The official spelling of the members' names is noted, with Rihito Ikezaki's 'Ikezaki' (池﨑 理人) containing the character for 'tatsu' and 'saki,' and Takumi Ozaki's 'Takumi' (尾崎 匠海) featuring the 'hashigo' version of 'tall.'

Source: Natalie

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