NAGANO, Feb 11 (News On Japan) - Former Nogizaka46 member Manatsu Akimoto attended the opening ceremony of Asahi Super Dry's "Dry Crystal BAR" at Ryuoo Ski Park in Nagano Prefecture on the 10th. The bar was open for a limited time from March 10th to 12th.
On this day, Akimoto, who is skilled at skiing, made a guest appearance as the one-day manager. She unveiled a 2-meter tall ice sculpture of Dry Crystal and also presented a snowman she had made herself.
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