Beni Arashiro
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| Beni Arashiro 安良城紅 |
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| Birth name | Arashiro Beni |
| Born | March 30, 1986  Okinawa Prefecture, Japan |
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| Genre(s) | Japanese Pop |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, Model, TV Personality |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Label(s) | Avex Trax |
| Website | Official website |
- In this Japanese name, the family name is Arashiro.
Beni Arashiro (安良城紅 Arashiro Beni?) (aka Beni Arashiro is her mother's maiden name) is an artist on the Avex Trax label. She has a solo career and is also a member of Bishoujo Club 31. Beni was the first from the group to pursue a solo career while being an active member. She also sang the 3rd ending "Goal" for an Animanga Eyeshield 21. As Kim possible being her favorite show, She also sing a different version of the opening "say the word". She graduated from Nile C. Kinnick High School on Yokosuka U.S. Naval Base, Japan and now she attends Sophia University, along with her friend and r&b/pop star Crystal Kay. She is currently studying political science.
She was named winner of the "New Artist of the Year" for the 19th Japan Gold Disc Award in 2005. She was one of the finalists for one of the Japan's leading contest, Oscar Promotion's, National Beauty Contest. She is also the ambassador for the NFL in Tokyo, and has been the face of many products such as Kose Visee, Glico confectionery, Orion Beer, and much more.
Although Benis sales may not be as high as other young J-Pop stars she has a dedicated fanbase, is a successful model, and is present at various events. In 2005 she was the female heroine in an Andrew Lloyd Webber play in Japan. She has also appeared in a short television program, known as BeniTV, as well as Shinkankaku Keyword de Eikaiwa which helps people learn English.
Her latest single "Luna" sold more than her previous single "How Are U" and reached #77 on Oricon. Her latest Album "Gem" charted at #114 on Oricon.
Currently, Beni is modeling and is the face of Cecil McBee, one of the largest and most popular Japanese clothing line that appeals to teenage and college girls. Beni is also acting and promoting her music on popular television music programs.
Beni is currently the host of the NHK fashion program, Tokyo Kawaii TV, where Beni discusses the latest fashion trends in Japan.
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[edit] Profile
- Birth Place: Okinawa, Japan
- Hometown: Okinawa and Yokosuka
- Ethnicity: Her father is American (of White and Amerindian descent, and her mother is Okinawan)
- Current School: Sophia University
- Favorite Artists: Utada Hikaru, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, Nelly Furtado
- Favorite Actors: Johnny Depp, Wesley Snipes
- Favorite Magazine: Seventeen, XXL, Vibe
- Favorite Movies: X-Men, Pirates of the Caribbean, Finding Nemo
- Favorite Shows: Kim Possible, Discovery Channel
[edit] Discography
[edit] Albums
- 2005 February 9 - Beni reached #14 on Oricon
- 2006 February 22 - Girl 2 Lady reached #87 on Oricon
- 2007 April 24 - GEM reached #114 on Oricon
- 2008 March 5 Chapter One ~Complete Collection~ (Best Album) reached #166 on Oricon
[edit] Singles
- 2004 June 9 - Harmony #26 on Oricon
- 2004 October 20 - Infinite... #24 on Oricon
- 2004 November 25 - Here Alone #14 on Oricon
- 2005 February 9 - Miracle #98 on Oricon
- 2005 June 1 - Hikari no Kazu dake Glamorous #40 on Oricon
- 2005 December 7 - Cherish #96 on Oricon
- 2006 September 20 - How Are U? Failed to chart
- 2007 February 28 - Luna #77 on Oricon
