UTB x Nogizaka46 6th generation (Yada Moeka, Up to Boy; 22.03.2025)
Yada Moeka: Born on the 27th of January, 2008. From Akita prefecture. Blood type: B.
22.03.2025
"I feel like it's destiny with Ikeda Teresa-san, and my heart is racing!"
Q: Firstly, Yada-san, what made you decide to take the 6th generation audition?
A: The main reason why was when I danced to a Nogizaka46 song at the school festival in my first year of high school. Up until then, I had only had a feeling of 'They're cute; I like them' towards Nogizaka46, but when I actually watched their music videos and footage from their concerts, memorized their dances and songs and then performed on stage, I saw lots of smiling faces in the audience. I thought that was a really wonderful sight, and a feeling of 'I want to join Nogizaka46 and stand on stage too' was born. At that time, the auditions hadn't been announced yet, so I was eagerly waiting, all like "When will it start, it can't start soon enough!!" (laughs)
Q: That is to say, as soon as the auditions were announced, you applied without hesitation?
A: There was some hesitation. I had great anxieties about whether being an idol - who surely must be busy every day - could coexist with my studies or not. But for me, the decisive factor in terms of applying was the existence of Ikeda Teresa-san. I was encouraged by seeing how Ikeda-san balances both her studies and her group activities. I want to become someone that can bring a smile to others' faces while also achieving my own goals. Ikeda-san is my ideal!
Q: What is your favourite part of Ikeda-san the idol?
A: I think it's really wonderful to see her dancing on stage, getting immersed in the worldview of the song. And then, what I like most of all is Ikeda-san's blog. There's a lot of text in each blog, it's updated frequently, furthermore, all the content is interesting, so there's a great feeling of satisfaction each time you read it! Also, like Ikeda-san, I too enjoy watching anime, and the lineup of my favourite works, such as 'Hunter X Hunter' or 'Neon Genesis Evangelion' and the like, is alike to a remarkable extent. "Could this perhaps be, fate??" - I got excited all by myself (laughs).
Q: Have you already met Ikeda-san, whom you love so much that you feel it's fate?
A: Yep. But I haven't been able to have a one-on-one conversation with her yet. I hope to someday be able to talk with Ikeda-san about our favourite anime.
Q: Finally, please leave a brief message for all the fans of Nogizaka46.
A: I believe that many people will be starting a new life this spring. I too have started anew as a member of Nogizaka46. Together with all the fans, I hope to move forward!
