Yu Miyazaki's Long-Awaited First Photobook is Making Waves! From Swimwear to Candid Moments, It Captures Her 'Right Now'

Over the last few years, one of the brightest rising stars in the gravure scene has been actress and gravure idol Yu Miyazaki. Known for her acting skills in dramas, she's also captivated fans with her powerful gravure appeal—so much so that magazines she graces the cover of sell out immediately. And now, in the spring of 2026, her highly anticipated first photobook, packed with her undeniable charm, has finally been released. Let's dive right in.

Okinawa's Sun Meets Her 'Right Now'

This photobook was shot last summer in Okinawa. From the crystal-clear sea and the endless blue sky to the sunset beach scenes—the choice of location alone shows the team's dedication to bringing out her best qualities. As you flip the pages, you're immediately greeted by her playful, carefree expressions as she laughs in the sea spray. It's packed with bikini shots, of course, but also plenty of relaxed, natural expressions you'd never see in her usual dramas, making you feel like you're on a trip to Okinawa with her.

Enjoy the Photobook from Three Different Angles

This one volume neatly packages her different facets. Broadly, it's structured like this:

• The Glamour Chapter: Features bold shots of her figure, centered on the latest swimwear, showcasing her growth into a mature woman. The mix of healthy energy and a certain allure in these photos is a must-see.
• The Private Chapter: A natural, candid part capturing her off-duty moments, like casual scenes in a traditional Okinawan house and shots at a local market. Her genuine smile is radiant.
• The Dramatic Chapter: Includes dramatic shots against a sunset backdrop and studio portraits with a cooler, more intense expression, reflecting her side as a serious actress.

Honestly, the shot of her slurping Okinawa soba noodles at a local diner is unbelievably cute. Even if you're not a die-hard fan, that kind of charm and contrast is hard to resist.

The Story Behind the Two Spellings of "Miyazaki"

You might have noticed that her name is sometimes written with a slightly different character for "zaki" (Miyazaki vs. Miyazaki)? Officially, the first variation is often used, but the second is also common in media and online searches. This small difference perhaps symbolises the breadth of her appeal. Either way you search, you'll find her undeniable charm.

Her Commitment as an Actress, Revealed in an Interview

The end of the photobook also features a long, in-depth interview with her. She looks back on her entertainment career so far and speaks passionately about her future goals. "As an actress, I want to grow and improve even more. And for that, I want to continue valuing gravure as a form of expression." Her words convey a real commitment to facing herself honestly and steadily building her career. The interview alone makes picking up this volume well worth it.

Recently, it's become common for talents to move from gravure to acting, but with Yu Miyazaki, it feels like she's carving her own unique path, armed with the strength of being able to express so much *through* gravure itself. Her photobook isn't just a collection of glamour shots; it's a portfolio capturing the "right now" of a dedicated artist.

It's no surprise that rumours of a reprint just days after release are circulating—the quality is that good. This spring, why not discover a whole new side of her appeal?