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JAPANESE IDOL DEBUT HISTORY(FEMALE)

As many as stars in the sky, a lot of idols appear every year. Some of them sparked like fireworks for a moment and disappeared, some are still trying hard as a singer, some became popular as an actor, some retired and succeeded by something alesAsome retired and became a mother.... each of them are walking on different road. But "In our heart, you're still an idol who is really shining!!" You can check a chronological table of their debut with their introduction.

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YEAR 1970 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Okazaki Yukiwpe2A.jpg (3643 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1970 with the song "Shiawase no Namida". She became popular from TV drama she acted as main cast called "Okusama wa 18sai(1970)". Her hit songs are "Watashi wa wasurenai(1972)" and "Do you remember me(1980)".

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YEAR 1971 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Amachi Mariwpe11.jpg (3855 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1971 with the song "Mizuiro no Koi". Her fans are among kids to adults and she was caused "Mari-chan boom". Her hit songs are "Hitorijanaino", "Koisuru Natsu no Hi" and many others.
Koyanagi Rumikowpe35.jpg (3995 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1971 with the song "Watashi no Jokamachi". She was debuted as a kind of princess character but she actually wanted to sing more up tempo songs so she took her stress of f with dancing at disco(may be gossip thought). Also she showed us comedy face at the TV program "Drif no Daibakusho" Her hit songs are "Seto no Hanayome", "Ohisashiburine" etc...
Minami Saoriwpe48.jpg (4277 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1971 with the song "17sai". Her sun tan skin and long black hair were impressive. Her hit songs are "Junketsu", "Irozuku Machi" etc... In addition her nick name "Cynthia" is a her Christian name.

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YEAR 1972 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Agnes Chanwpe1C.jpg (3928 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1972 with the song "Hinageshi no Hana". She had a lot of men fans. And also a lots of kids fans. Many of "Agnes Followers" visited Japan across the sea. Her hit songs are "Sogen no kagayaki", "Chisana Koi no Monogatari" etc..
Asaoka Megumiwpe1D.jpg (4121 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1972 with the song "Mebae". The hair style "Miko-san Cut(long straight hair)" was her trademark. Her hit songs are "Watashi no Kare wa Hidarikiki", "kanashimi yo Konnichiwa" etc...

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YEAR 1973 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Asada MiyokowpeA.jpg (4013 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1973 with the song "Akai Fusen". Her nickname was "Miyo-chan" and she got a lots of fans. Her hit songs are "Shiawase no Ichibanboshi", "Ja matane" etc...
Abe Shizuewpe10.jpg (3756 ƒoƒCƒg) She was a famous DJ when she was a university student. And debuted as a singer in 1973 with the song "Coffee Shop de". Another song "Mizuiro no Tegami" was also hit. A lot of men got caught by her narration at the start of this song.
Anzai Mariawpe16.jpg (3224 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1973 with the song "Namida no Taiyo". This song was covered by many singers but she gave us the biggest impact. Her hit songs are "Ai no Venus", "Hari no Kuchizuke"
Candieswpe2A.jpg (4426 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1973 with the song "Anata ni Muchu". They were given the group name "Candies" as they were so cute for us to eat(this may be Japanese expression). They became the top idol when they released the 5th "Toshishita no Otokonoko". However they suddenly decided to retire when they were the top idol and they finished their career as candies. Their hits songs are "Haru ichiban", "Hohoemigaeshi" etc...
Sakurada Junkowpe3A.jpg (2723 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1973 with the song "Tenshi mo Yumemiru". Her trademark "Angel Hat" was very symbolic. Some of her late career songs were composed by Nakajima Miyuki fit her character. Other her hit songs are "Hajimete no Dekigoto", "Natsu ni Goyojin", "Shiawase Shibai" etc...
Yamaguchi Momoewpe51.jpg (4878 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1973 with the song "Toshigoro". Her most characteristic part is her adult atmosphere and songs have that taste as well. It's been over 25 years since she retired but she has many fans. She is a super star. Her hit songs are "Yokosuka Story", "iihi Tabidachi", "Play back part 2" etc...

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YEAR 1974 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Asano YukowpeB.jpg (6693 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1974 with the song "Tobidase Hatsukoi". Her long legs from mini skirt were attractive. Her biggest hit was "Sexy Bus Stop" by tsutsumi Kyohei.
Ito Sakikowpe1B.jpg (4246 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1974 with the song "Himawari(dandelion) Musume". Her character was like a dandelion and she has very high skill to sing. Her hit songs are "Kogarashi no Futari", "Otome no Waltz" etc...
Ota Hiromiwpe27.jpg (3614 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1974 with the song "Amadare". Her 4th single "Momen no Handkerchief" was the biggest hit of her and this song is known as one of the most famous Japanese Pops. Apart from this, her hit songs are "Akai High-heel", "Kugatsu no Ame" etc...
Kinouchi Midoriwpe29.jpg (4229 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1974 with the song "Mezame". She is the typical slender idol. After 4 years since her debut, she changed her style to sing and released "Yokohama Eleven" which was hit very much. Now she is a wife of "Tkenaka Naoto".

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YEAR 1975 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Okada Nanawpe2B.jpg (4750 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1975 with the song "Hitorigoto". She was very beautiful and photogenic, had a lot of heated men's fans. The biggest hit song was her 4th single "Seisyun no Sakamichi".
Katahira Nagisawpe11.jpg (3558 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1975 with the song "Junai". Our image of her is an actress more than a singer, now she is the queen of "2 hours drama". Is this only me to feel her face isn't much difference to when she was young?
The Lilieswpe59.jpg (4865 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1975 with the song called "Mizuiro no Tokimeki" They are twins. I guess lots of guys got knocked down by their song "Sukiyo-Captain-".

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YEAR 1976 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Aimoto Kumikowpe19.jpg (3446 ƒoƒCƒg) She changed stage name from "Kondo Kumiko" to her real name "Aimoto Kumiko" and re-debuted in 1976 with the song "Syoka Keshiki". She was called "IDOL OF THE CAMPUS" and popular  with university students.
PINK LADYwpe3A.jpg (4285 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1976 with the song "Pepper Keibu". Needless to explain thought, they are the monster duo from late 70's. Their dancing and loud costume caught many fans' heart.

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YEAR 1977 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Oba Kumikowpe29.jpg (4721 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1977 with the song "Akogare". Her catch copy was "younger sister of 100million people". In 1978 she acted the main character of TV drama "Comet-san" and became very popular. Her hit songs are "Kirakirabosi ageru", "Disco Dream" etc...
Sakakibara Ikuewpe38.jpg (3922 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1977 with the song "Watashi no Sensei". She caught everyone's heart with her healthy sexy character especially she had many pure boys fans. Her hit songs are "Natsu no Ojosan", "ROBOT" etc...
Takada Mizuewpe38.jpg (3492 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1977 with the song "Glass zaka".(This is a cover song of Kinouchi Midori). Her songs have Enka & Pops taste and it's much with her voice. Her hit songs are "Watashi wa Piano(composed by Kuwata Keisuke),"Shutou" etc...

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YEAR 1978 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Ishikawa Hitomiwpe16.jpg (3735 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1978 with the song "Migimuke Migi". Her looking was so cute and she was very famous with university students. Her hit songs are "Machibuse", "Kurumiwari Ningyo" etc...
Ishino Makowpe18.jpg (3420 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1978 with the song "Okamki nanka kowakunai". Her catch phrase was "Million Dollar Smile"(I remember so) and she had lots of heated fans. Her hit songs are "Haru La La La", "julie ga rival" etc...
Kanai Yukowpe1B.jpg (3307 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1978 with the song "Pastel Love". She still has many fans even now. Also she was given good songs as well. She was more likely new music singer than idol.
Takami Chikawpe34.jpg (4797 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1978 with the song "Cinderella". Boyish looking  and energy character got many girls' fan. Her image is an actress but she released 19 singles. Her only hit song "Kuchibiru Nude" is composed by EPO.

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YEAR 1979 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Kawashima Naomiwpe26.jpg (4313 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1979 with the song "Champagne No.5". She was already an university student when she debuted, not like other idol she is kind of elder sister idol. Her most hit song is "GEMINI".(composed by Nakahara Meiko)

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YEAR 1980 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Iwasaki Yoshimiwpe25.jpg (2839 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1980 with the song "Aka to Kuro". Iwasaki Hiromi is her older sister. Her singing level is outstanding and she still has a lots of fans now. Her hit songs are "Touch", "Suzukaze"etc...
Kashiwabara YoshiewpeF.jpg (3727 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1980 the song "No.1". She was only 15 at that time but she knocked out many boys by her glamorous body. The crown prince was a big fan of her. Her hit songs are "Hello Good-bye", "Escalation" etc...
Kawai Naokowpe24.jpg (3998 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1980 with the song "Okina Mori no Chisana Ouchi". She has a pretty smile and cute teeth and glamorous body. How could the guys be silent about it!? She is the one of the typical pure 80's idol. She has many hit songs like "Smile for me", "Natsu no Heroin", "Escalation" etc...
Hamada Shuriwpe34.jpg (3396 ƒoƒCƒg)

Debuted in 1980 with the song "Sayonara suki". She was called a "post Momoe" however she didn't get a fame much.(Something was missed??) May be other idols debuted in same year were too great?(Seiko, Naoko, Yoshimi, Yoshie) But I can say her photogravure was the best one out of idols debuted in this year.

Matsuda Seikowpe42.jpg (3059 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1980 with the song "Hadashi no Kisetsu", a super idol from 80's. Every song she released got hit & hit. Married-retired-return-divorced-married... her private is always busy. Her hit songs are "Aoi Sangosho", "natsu no Tobira" "Rock'n Rouge" etc...
Mihara Junkowpe4A.jpg (3601 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1980 with the song "Sexy Night". Like songs composed by Nagato Hiroyuki, her songs weren't typical idol song, closer to Rock. Other her his songs are "Datte Fallin' Love", "Sunny side connection" etc...

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YEAR 1981 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Asakura Mikiwpe8.jpg (5303 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1981 with the song "Misty Heart". She had an outstanding voice and her hit songs are "Tasogare Dancing", "HERO" etc...
Ito Tsukasawpe1F.jpg (3554 ƒoƒCƒg) She started her career as a child actress and debuted as a singer in 1981 with the song "Shojo ningyo". I guess many boys were knocked out by her lovely looking. Her hit songs are "Yugure Monogatari", "Yumemiru Season" etc...
Matsumoto Iyowpe44.jpg (3786 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1981 with the song "Sentimental journey".She was leading IDOL RUSH in 1982. Her hit songs are "Believe", "Dakishimetai" etc...
Yakushimaru Hirokowpe50.jpg (3998 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1981 with the song "Sailor fuku to Kikanjyu." In 1982 she had a break for the exam to go to university, she came back with the movie "Tantei Monogatari" in 1983. Its theme song she sang was also hit. All her songs were very high quality and they are still very popular. Other hit songs are "Main Theme", "Woman" etc...

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YEAR 1982 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Aminwpe13.jpg (3802 ƒoƒCƒg) Duo which organized by Okamura Takako and Kato Haruko. They debuted in 1982 with the song "Matsuwa". This song was sold more than one million.
Arai Kaorukowpe15.jpg (4157 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1982 with the song "Nijiiro no Hitomi". Her name has an impact as well as her big eyes. Now she is an illustrator as "Kaoruko".
Ishikawa Hidemiwpe15.jpg (3576 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1982 with the song "Yosei Jidai". She was good at sports and she was shining at the field day of TV talents every year. Her hit songs are "Yurete Shonan", "Hey! Mr.Police man" etc...
Ito Kazuewpe1A.jpg (3362 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1982 with the song "Aishu Profile". Her image is an actress more than a singer but she released several single and album. It's very clear what kind of cast she acted in TV drama at that time when you listen to the song "17sai no Teroru".
Ito Sayakawpe1D.jpg (3151 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1982 with the song "Tenshi to Akuma". She slightly turned to Rock taste as that's what she actually wanted to do. Her 3rd single "Riyu naki Hankou" is absolutely very cool song.
Koizumi Kyokowpe32.jpg (3161 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1982 with the song "Watashi no 16sai". When she was debuted, she was very innocent image girl, after she changed her hair style to short cut, 5th song " Makkana Onnnanoko" was hit. She became the forefront woman with her fashion and move and broke the basic image of the idol. Her hit songs are "Kogarashi ni dakarete", "Anata ni aete yokatta" etc...
SOFT CREAMwpe35.jpg (4913 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1982 with the song "Nettaigyo no Tuxedo". 3rd "Sukiyo! Daisuki-kun" was a CM song they performed with Araki Daisuke(pro-baseball player). Endo Yumiko changed her name later to Morishita Yumiko and released 2 single and 1 album.
Tsuchiya Kaoriwpe38.jpg (4309 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1982 with the song "Koi to Namida no 17sai". She was very short, nice body shape and sang very well. Her songs had adult taste compared to other idol in 1982. Her 3rd & 4th singles were composed by Nagabuchi tsuyoshi.
Nakamori Akinawpe3A.jpg (3607 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1982 with the song "Slow-motion". She became a top idol with the 2nd "Shojo A". She has her own world. She is still singing and I think we are very happy to live when she's singing.
Hayami Yuwpe37.jpg (4216 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1982 with the song "Isoide! hatsukoi". First impact was not so sensational but 5th single"Natsuoro no Nancy" was hit. She was living in USA so she can speak perfect English.
Harada Tomoyowpe39.jpg (4185 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1982 with the song "Kanashiikurai Honto no Hanashi". She sang many theme songs of movies that she was a main cast like "Toki o kakeru Shojo", "Aijo Monogatari", "Tengoku ni ichiban chiki shima", "Sohun Monogatari" and all of them got hit.
Hori Chiemiwpe40.jpg (2847 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1982 with the song "Shiokaze no Shojo". She didn't have much strong point(I felt) but that "a girl next door" image accepted by public. She got fame when she performed in TV drama "Stewardess Monogatari". Her hit songs are "ribbon", "Sayonara no Monogatari", "Tokyo Sugar Town"etc...
Mita Hirokowpe47.jpg (3666 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1982 with the song "Kaketekita Otome". 2nd single "Natsu no Sizuku" was compsed by Inoue Yosui + Sakamoto Ryuichi but it didn't go well as a business. She released 14 singles and 4 original album.

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Year 1983 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Iijima Mariwpe12.jpg (3020 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1983 with the song "Yumeiro no Spoon".(Theme song of NHK Anime "Spoon Obasan") She got many fans(including a lot of Anima fans) in 1984 when she released her most hit song "Ai oboeteimasuka".
Ito Maikowpe20.jpg (3487 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1983 the song "Binetsu kana". Our image of her is a gang star from TV drama "Furyo Shojo to yobarete" thought her songs are exaxtly opposite side which has purity taste. Her hits song are "Mienai Tsubasa" etc...
Iwai Sayuriwpe24.jpg (3241 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1983 with the song "Dream Dream Dream". She did a concert at Japan Budokan in same year and this was the youngest record at that time. Her hit songs are "Koi Anata shidai" etc...
Osawa Itsumiwpe25.jpg (4124 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1983 with the song "James Dean mitaina Onna no ko". As she is tall and boyish, she had lots of girl's fans. Her 3rd single "Dancing Lady" was composed by Hamada Shogo.
Ota Takakowpe26.jpg (5249 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1983 the song "Delicate ni Sukinishite". She was a voice actor of anime "Creamy Mami" also. Other her hits songs are "Love sarigenaku", "Heart no Season" etc...
Kuwata Yasukowpe31.jpg (3914 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1983 with the song "Datsu, platonic". She was a very skillful singer and had many girl's fans. Her hit songs are "My Joyful Heart", "Hisoyakana Hanran" etc...
Tomita Yasukowpe39.jpg (3922 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1983 with the song "Orangeiro no Ehagaki". She is very cheerful character but can be serious or gloomy when she acts. Her image as a singer is not strong but she released 12 single.
Matsumoto Akikowpe43.jpg (4347 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1983 with the song "Osu Mesu Kiss". She was very innocent idol when she debuted but after "All Night Fuji incident" she turned to variety talent. Her singing skill is very high so I want her to restart "A singer Matsumoto Akiko" again.
Morio Yumiwpe4C.jpg (4028 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1983 with the song "O Ne Ga I". Her voice is so cute. You'll be happy and intoxicated when you listened to her 3rd single "Tenki Yohou wa I Luv you". To make listener intoxicated is a real idol in my opinion.

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YEAR 1984 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Akasaka Komachi(Princess Princess)wpe1A.jpg (2403 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1984 the song "Hokago Jyugyo". The concept was "Girl's sexy pop band" if my memory is right. Their 3rd singles was a theme song of the anime "Koara Boy Cokky".
Ayukawa Mamiwpe14.jpg (4319 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1984 with the song "Kaze no No Reply". She sings lots of Anime songs. Apart from 1st single, 2nd single "Z. Toki o Koete" was also hit and they are her famous songs.
Usami Yukariwpe27.jpg (3387 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1984 with the song "Aoi takanki". She had been singer for only 2years but she left many good songs like "Kaze no Pri madonna", "Tsurai Kirai Climax" etc...
Oginome Yokowpe2F.jpg (3802 ƒoƒCƒg)

Debuted in 1984 with the song "Mirai Kokai-sailing-". She changed her music style and her 7th single "Dancing Hero" was highly hit. Her songs are different to normal idol pops which has dance music taste. Other hits songs are "Roppongi Junjo", "Dance Beat wa yoake made", "Sayonara no Kajitsu tachi" etc...

Okada Yukikowpe2C.jpg (3374 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1984 with the song "First Date". She was a typical purity idol. She was given lots of good songs and has lots of fans even now. Her hit songs are "Kuchibiru Network", "Futaridake no Ceremony" etc...
Kawai Kazumiwpe1F.jpg (3328 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1984 with the song "Shunkan Musume". Her songs are kind of adult emotion, not like normal idol.She did lots of Live concert especially around the 3rd single "Koneko no Kesshin" was released.
Kikuchi Momokowpe27.jpg (3293 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1984 with the song "Seishun no Ijiwaru". She was the No.1 orthodoxy idol. She had an original way to sing and I thought the wrad Idol was for Momoko. Her hit songs are "Sotsugyo-Graduation-", "Yuki ni kaita Love Letter" etc...
Kudo Yukiwpe2F.jpg (3785 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1984 with the song "Yasei Jidai". She was only 13 at debut but she had something which made listener hot. Since 3rd single she turned to idol style. Now she is mainly an actress lives in USA.
Kurasawa Atsumiwpe30.jpg (4192 ƒoƒCƒg) After Warabe, solo debuted in 1984 with the song "Profile". This song was just a her introduce song but this song was a big hit. Apart from this song, 4th"Sotsugyo", 5th"6gatsu no Hanayome" are ver good songs which fit her character.
Shojo-taiwpe26.jpg (4930 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1984 with the song "FOREVER". Members are Miho, Reiko and Chiko. After 5th Single Chiko quitted and Tomo joined. Their songs have high quality but 1st album "Shojo-tai Phoon" is the most popular.
Saint Fourwpe31.jpg (5347 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1984 with the song "Fushigi Tokyo Cinderella". Their sales point was acrobatic but one day one of them failed her action and broke her ankle. It's very regretful they retired after released only 4 singles.
Sendo Nobukowpe34.jpg (3496 ƒoƒCƒg) After experience as a child actress, debuted as a singer with the song "Aoi Sunset". She is a very famous actress but also released 4 singles and 2 album. Also she released 1 single as "NOA"(it's a duet with Yoshida Asaku.
Nagayama Yokowpe3C.jpg (4040 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 19884 with the song "Haru wa SA RA SA RA". 8th single "VENUS" had disco music taste and it's hit! However she turned to Enka singer from 1993. Hear hit songs are "higurashi", "Suterarete" etc...
Watanabe Keikowpe5B.jpg (3717 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1984 with the song "H-i-r-o-s-h-i". She was energy girl but also had sorrowful mage. Debut song to 3rd song, Tsutsumi Kyohei made her songs and they are very good songs.

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YEAR 1985 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Amihama Naokowpe12.jpg (3132 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Takeshita Namidabanashi". We have a strong image of her as an actress however she had released records constantly since her debut.
Ishino Yokowpe19.jpg (3345 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Teddy Boy Blues". As you know she is a younger sister of Ishino Mako. We could see her in the comedy program called "Shimura Ken no Daijobuda" and also TV drama "Sailor fuku dori". She was an actress as well.
Imori Miyukiwpe23.jpg (3938 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Hitomi no Chikai". She had debuted as a purity tasted idol but she turned a "Variety Idol(Vara Dol)" after was and got lots of fame.
Ushiroyubi sasare-gumiwpe29.jpg (3776 ƒoƒCƒg) The Duo organized by Iwai Yukiko and Takai Mamiko. Debuted in 1985 with the song "Ushiroyubi sasare-gumi". Their songs are composed by very famous composer though I like their comical songs like "Nagisano [...]", "Banana no Namida", "Zo-san no scanty" etc... as they are interesting songs.
Onishi Yukawpe28.jpg (2786 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Arabesque Romanesque". In 1987 she was a main cast(Orizuru no Yuka) of TV drama "Sukeban-Deka 3" and her fame was suddenly increased. Her hit songs are "Shadow Hunter", "Chance wa ichidodake" etc...
Okamoto Maikowpe2D.jpg (4102 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Aitte Ringo desuka". She was a purity tasted idol with high skill of singing. She released 6 singles and 2 albums. In 2004 her beat album that everyone has been waiting for ages was released.
Onyanko Clubwpe32.jpg (5802 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Sailor Fukui o nugasanaide". They are high school students who came from FUJI TV variety program "Yuyake Nan Nan". Their pureness(behave like not professional) were loved by lots of young guys and it became a big boom. About record sales, onyanko club group became 1st saler 36 times out of 52 weeks.
Kawai Sonokowpe22.jpg (3797 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Namida no jasmine Love" She was belong to Onyanko-Club but her songs were not like typical onyanko style more likely New Music. She wrote & composed her songs in her late career. Her hit songs are "Aoi Stallion", "Ochiba no Crescendo"etc...
Saito Yukiwpe36.jpg (3432 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Sotsugyo". She was an actress as well as singer and both career got high evaluation. In 1986 She acted in a NHK TV drama "Hanegoma" and got to be very popular for everyone. Other her hit songs are "Kanashimiyo KJonnnichihwa", "Yume no Naka e" etc...
Sano Ryokowpe11.jpg (3604 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "First Letter". Her songs and looking were not loud therefore she couldn't get fame as soon as she debuted. But everyone knew her name after she performed in the TV variety program "Waratte iitomo!".
Seventeen's Clubwpe32.jpg (4238 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Suki! Futaritomo". When we think members now, they were so gorgeous group. 1, Kudo Shizuka-top idol-married with Kimura Takuya(SMAP).2,Shibata Kuniko-changed name to Morioka Shoko and released "Yume de aetara"(it's a cover song of Otaki Eichi) 3, Kimura Aki-joined Bishojo Colorful Gang- Model- married to Kiyohara Kazuhiro(star baseball player)
Nakayama Mihowpe3B.jpg (3140 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "C". Her nick name was "Miporin" and she became top idol. Her hit songs are "Tada nakitakunaruno", "HERO", "MERMAID".
Hashimoto Mikakowpe41.jpg (4269 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Mellow Season". Her debut song was typical idol song but she slightly changed to adult image idol. May be cause of many idols debut in this year, she seems to be trying to show her singing skill strongly.
Honda Minakowpe41.jpg (4457 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Satsui no Vacance". Her singing level was high, I think she has the best singing skill out of all idols who debut in this year. She got very popular by her 5th "1986nen no Marylyn". She also tries opera and musical.
Matsumoto Norikowpe45.jpg (3205 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Haruiro no Airmail". She is very honest and warm. Her songs made by many gorgeous composers like EPO,Kubota Toshinobu,Nakajima Miyuki,Yano Akiko.
Minamino Yokowpe49.jpg (3258 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Hazukashisugite". She became popular after she acted as a main cast "Sukeban Deka 2". She never get old. I think she still wants to be idol as well. Her hit songs are "Toiki de Net", "Rakuen no Door" etc...
Morikawa Mihowpe4D.jpg (3491 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Kyoshitsu". She has many good songs but never got real break, why is that? She hasn't released new songs recently, that's very sad for fan like me. Her hit songs are "Blue Water", "Onna ni naare" etc...
Morigchi Hirokowpe4E.jpg (3554 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Mizu no Hoshi ni Ai o komete". She was the 1st variety idol and she also released songs constantly. The 9th single "ETERNAL WIND"'s hit made us to re-recognized her real job is a singer.
Yoshizawa Ajkiewpe54.jpg (3359 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Naze? no Arashi". As you know she is the Onyanko Club No.25. I believe that many guys felt like they want to protect her from her quiet girl image.
Yoshimoto Miyokowpe56.jpg (4129 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1985 with the song "Shiroi Basket Shoes". I think the word "IDOL" is much her the most of of many 1985 debuted idols. Her hit songs are "Aurora no Shojo", "Ame no high school" etc...

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YEAR 1986 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Asakura Akiwpe1E.jpg (3987 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1986 with the song "Minami no kaze, Natsu Shojo". She became the campaign of Miss.Minami contest of Anime "Touch". She also sang the theme song of anime "Hiatari Ryoko" written by Mitsuru Adachi.
Obara Yasuko(Aihara Yu)wpe33.jpg (5773 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1986 with the song "Chitto Henshin". This song was made by golden conbi Akimoto Yasushi and Goto Tsugutoshi thought Onyanko Club was the only one idol at that time so couldn't make a good effort. Therefore her 2nd single was the last one. After several years she re-debuted as Aihara Yu.
Kokusho Sayuriwpe33.jpg (4897 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1986 with the song "Valentine Kiss". Her catch phrase was "Corny Francis of CBS Sony". therefore her debut single had a taste of 50's pops. Her ponytales was pretty also. Her other hit songs are "Natsu o matenai", "Noble Red no Shunkan" etc...
Sagara Harukowpe39.jpg (3734 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in1986 with the song "Virgin Heart". She became famous when she acted in TV drama "Sukeban-Deka 2". Not likely normal idol, her songs had a beat and rock taste.
Shimada Namiwpe24.jpg (3553 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1986 with song "Glass no Fantasy". Her popular songs are "Makenaide...Kataomoi", "Pastel Blue no Tameiki" composed by Hayashi Tetsuji but "Uchikina Cupid" composed by EPO is the Best I think.
Jonouchi Sanaewpe29.jpg (4879 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1986 with the song "Ajisai bashi". She is Onyanko Club No.17. She mainly sings ENKA.(very unique as Onyanko) Her songs did fairly well may be because that was Onanko boom at that time but it's also true she had high singing skills and songs were good.
Sugiura Miyukiwpe30.jpg (3740 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1986 with the song "Kanashiina". She did several Daiei TV drama around she released 1st single. It's very striking that her character in TV drama and her songs have opposite image.Her 6th single "Hana no yoni" was composed by Yano Akiko.
Takai Mamikowpe36.jpg (3458 ƒoƒCƒg) Parallel to Ushiroyubi sasare-gumi activity, solo debuted in 1986 with the song "Cinderella tachi eno Dengon". This song made for Ushiroyubi's song in Album but it's too good so became a debut single for Mamiko. As a solo singer she released 8 singles & 4 album.
Nishimura Tomomiwpe3E.jpg (3117 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1986 with the song "Yumeiro no Message". She is very small and her songs were awkward therefore many fans wanted to protect her. She was the typical purity idol. Other her hit songs are "Mietemasuka, Yume", "Watashi Dreaming". etc...
Nitta Eriwpe3F.jpg (3249 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1986 with the song "Fuyu no Opera Glass". She has the 1st female singer whose debut song became the TOP 1 in hit chart. She had a very normal high school girl image but she was the most popular in Onyanko Club.She was a new type idol.
Nyangiraswpe40.jpg (4998 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1986 with the song "Watashi wa Rika-chan". They are comical group from Onyanko Club.(Tatsumi Rika, Nagoshi Mika, Kihara Aki, Shiraishi mako) Their 1st appearance in TV program was shocking.(their singing level was)
Princess Princesswpe3D.jpg (3530 ƒoƒCƒg) After "Akasaka Komachi" and  "Julian Mama" this is their 3rd name. Re-Re-debuted in 1986 with the album "Kiss de Crime". In 1989 "Diamond" was a big hit and became the top of Female bands. They disbanded in 1996. Other hit songs are "Sekai de ichiban atsui natsu", "Julian" etc...
Mizutani Mariwpe46.jpg (3539 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1986 with the song "21seiki made Aishite". Debut song was techno, 2nd & 3rd single fit her very well but her songs were changing & changing at her later stage like "Pokichi Pekichi Pakichi", "Vacance no Arashi" etc... Her active period was for 2 years, retired as she got married.
Yamase Mamiwpe52.jpg (3747 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1986 with the song "Melon no Tameiki". Her catch phrase was "Toy of 100 million people new released". She did particularly well as a variety idol though, she had many good songs and high singing skill.
Watanabe Marinawpe5C.jpg (3599 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1986 with the song "Shinkokyu shite". With Watanabe Minayo, she is a main member of Onyanko Club later stage. Not only idol side, she won widespread backing.
Watanabe Minayowpe5D.jpg (4314 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1986 with the song "Hitomi ni Yakusoku". With Watanabe Marina, she is a main member of Onyanko Club later stage. She started her career as an orthodox idol though she challenged comedy at her later stage and made Audience excited.

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YEAR 1987 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Agatsuma Kayowpe1B.jpg (4911 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1987 with the song "Private". She has a small & cute face so had lots of deep fans, she retired after 1 and half years past since her debut.
Ishida Hikariwpe17.jpg (3604 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1987 with the song "Emerald no Suna". Her older sister Yuriko Ishida and Hikari were very famous as beautiful sisters. She became more famous after she acted as a main cast of NHK TV dram "Hirari".
Ito Chieriwpe1E.jpg (2943 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1987 with the song "Paradise Walker". She is still singing as Chieri. She got supported by many people from many angles.
Ito Mikiwpe21.jpg (3586 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1987 with the song "Komusume Heartbreak". CBS sony which she was belong to, made her own rabel "Hollywood rabel". From that fact we can see CBS sony was pushing on her ver hard.
Ushirogami Hikare-taiwpe28.jpg (4414 ƒoƒCƒg) The trio which organized by Ikuina Akiko, Kudo Shizuka,Saito Makiko. Debuted in 1987 with the song "Toki no kawa o koete". They didn't announce to break up, they disappeared naturally. Other their hit songs are "Anata o shiritai", "Horane, Haru ga kita" etc...
Ogawa Norikowpe2E.jpg (3910 ƒoƒCƒg) She started her career as a child actress and debuted in 1987 with the song "Namida o tabanete". Her songs are isn't typical idol one, it's more likely adult's taste. It's obvious from her song's title like "Glass no Mekakushi", Mujitsu no Tsumi", Neta ko o okosu Komoriuta". (In addition, "Netako -" is a cover song by Terashima Mayumi.
Ozawa Natsukiwpe30.jpg (4203 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1987 with the song "Oikakete Natsu". Herself just after debut was not like typical "Beautiful girl", she was like a "cute girl next door". In 1988 she got more famous to act a side cats of TV drama "Hana no Asuka-gumi". The song "Kirei" was insertion song of that TV drama which was composed by Tsutsumi Kyohei.
Kudo Shizukawpe2C.jpg (3448 ƒoƒCƒg) After "Seven Teens Club" " Ushirogami Hikare-tai", she was solo debuted in 1987 with the song "Kindan no Telepathy". Her image of us were "COOL" more than "Pretty". Her hit songs are "Kosa ni fukarete", "Dokoku" etc...
Sakai Norikowpe37.jpg (3861 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1987 with the song "Otokonoko ni naritai". Her nickname is "NORI-P" and had she had a energy character. Many of her songs are a kind of "Supporting song". She was very famous in Taiwan as well and did many live concert in Taiwan. Other her hit songs are "Aoi Usagi", "1oku no smile" etc...
Tachibana Risawpe35.jpg (4174 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1987 with the song "Gimon". She had a rambunctious image and her songs fit that.Her hit songs are "Kimi wa don't cry", "Setsuna Syugi" etc...
Hatada Riewpe42.jpg (3967 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1987 with the song "Kokodake no hanashi". An appearance like a Japanese doll with songs like Akina. It's controversial though, I believe that classic idol image fit her the most. By the way deluxe composers like Yamamoto tatsuhiko,Matsuoka Naoya,Aska Ryo make us surprised.
Moritaka Chisatowpe4F.jpg (4221 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1987 with the song "NEW SEASON". During 1st & 2nd years‚Pshe only had few fans though, 7th single "17sai" was hit and she became national constituency popular. Her live performance and costume were unique. Other hit songs are "Kibun Sokai", "Watashi no Natsu", "Fight!" etc...
YUYUwpe53.jpg (3883 ƒoƒCƒg) Passed through Ushiroyubi sasare gumi, solo debuted in 1987 with the song "Tenshi no Bodyguard". Many of her songs had an taste of Ushiroyubi. Other hit songs are "25 cents no mangetsu"

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YEAR 1988 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Aikawa Eriwpe17.jpg (3680 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1988 with the song "Junai Count Down". Her last single "Yakusoku" was chosen for the parade song of High School baseball ball competition.
Asada Hanakowpe9.jpg (4676 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1988 with the song "Suki Kirai". It's unbelievable that she was only 13 years old when she debuted and she had high singing skill. After years she joined to the trio idol group TRINITY.
Asuka-gumiwpeC.jpg (4338 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1988 with the song "Kanashigedane" which was the theme song of their main casted TV drama "Hana no Asuka-gumi". This was only single and last one. It's ironic that this single was sold the most out of their all solo singles.
Ikuina Akikowpe14.jpg (2315 ƒoƒCƒg) Her first debut was as a group Ushirogami hikare-tai and debuted as a solo singer in 1988 with the song "Mugiwara de Dance". Now she is an actress mainly and acts many kind of character.
WINKwpe26.jpg (3597 ƒoƒCƒg) The duo organized by Aida Shoko and Suzuki Sachiko. Debuted in 1988 with the song "Sugar Baby Love". Next year they won the Japan Record Award by "Sabishii Nettaigyo". Other their hit songs are "Ai ga tomaranei", "Namida o misenaide" etc...
Odaka Megumiwpe31.jpg (3664 ƒoƒCƒg) She became the 2nd champion of "Toho Cinderella Girl" and debuted in 1988 with the song "Soshun no Eki". Her popularity went extremely high when she preformed in the TV drama " Hana no Asuka-gumi". The insertion song "BLUE WIND" was also hit.
Takaoka Sakiwpe37.jpg (3190 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1988 with the song "Mayonaka no Subrina". She had an magic aura. We can see her different images at movie "Bataashi Kingyo", CF"Fruit in Jerry".
Nishida Hikaruwpe3D.jpg (3250 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1988 with the song "Fifteen". She appeared on magazine and TV commercial a lot with short hair boish image though she became famous generally after hit of her 11th single "Tokimeite".
Yoshida Marikowpe55.jpg (4173 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1988 with the songs "Tomadoi". She first appeared from "Miss Magazine". She was a photogenic beautiful girl, her songs fit her image very well. She is still acting as a singer in Indies scene.

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YEAR 1989 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
CoCowpe34.jpg (3061 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1989 with the song "EQUAL ROMANCE". This group was organized by Seno Azusa,Miura Rieko,Miyamae Maki, Haneda Erika,Ono Mikiyo. In this time it was a "Idol Ice Period" but their single went Top 10 11 times and became top idol from 90's. They are still kind of legend.
Shimazaki Wakakowpe1B.jpg (2559 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1989 with the song "Yowacchaunda". Recently she is called "Wakko-san" and shows big force in J-show business though, she was orthodox idol around that time. She released 9 singles and 2 albums.
Tanaka Minakowpe36.jpg (2292 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1989 with the song "Namida no Taiyo". Many guys got knocked out by her mini skirt, long hair and sexy expression. She's been an actress as well as singer.
Tamura Erikowpe37.jpg (3294 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1989 with the song "Locomotion Dream". She had very high skill to sing. When Best album was released, she offered to retake as she had a persistence to be an singer.
Miyazawa Riewpe4B.jpg (3795 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1989 with the song "DREAM RUSH". She released 7 singles and 3 albums(without best album). Many famous composers like Komuro Tetsuya, Itoi Shigesato, BLUE HEARTS wrote her songs.
ribbonwpe58.jpg (2407 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1989 with the song "Little Date". Members are Sato Aiko, Matsuno Arimi, Nagasaku Hiromi. After their breakup they became solo artist but only Nagasaku Hiromi got succeed as an actress.

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YEAR 1990 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Aihara Yu(Obara Yasuko)wpe18.jpg (3066 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1990 as "Aihara Yu" with the song ""Boku wa Power". Her boyish character and energy song were fit very well. Now she lives in New York with being a housewife and challenge for the re-debut as a stage actress.
Shishido Rumiwpe18.jpg (3324 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in1990 with the song "Cosmic rendezvous". Her catch phrase was "RunRun wa mini ga suki". Not like other idols, her songs are very unique and gained a support of core fans. Album "Do le mi fa so ra shi do shishido Rumi" is her crowning work.
Takahashi Yumikowpe32.jpg (3818 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1990 with the song "Step by Step". Her catch phrase was "The last Idol of 20th century".Her aspect at her live, on magazine, on TV... everything was completely idol itself. Her hit songs are "Tomodachi de iikara", "Suki...demo Suki" etc...
Lip'swpe57.jpg (3116 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1990 with the song "Ai no Maryoku". They were formed for the campaign of "UCC Can Coffee". Members are Yoshimura Natsue, Kato Takako and Yamamoto Kyoko.
Wakui Emiwpe5A.jpg (2805 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1990 with the song "My Lonely Good-bye Love". She has a strong image as actress more than singer though, She was constantly releasing single & album. Her songs were NEW MUSIC rather than typical idol songs.

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YEAR 1991 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Anai YukowpeF.jpg (4529 ƒoƒCƒg) During she was belong to Tokyo Performance Doll debuted as a solo singer in 1991 with the song "WE SHOULD BE DANCING". She released 10 singles and 3 albums.

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YEAR 1992 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Kato Norikowpe18.jpg (3260 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1992 with the song "Kondo Watashi dokoka tsuretette kudasaiyo".(It's a cover song for Moritaka Chisato) And this song won the "New comer award" of the Japan Record Award. However I don't have a her strong image as a singer because she was on the variety TV channel many times I guess.

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YEAR 1993 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Asakura Akirawpe1F.jpg (2829 ƒoƒCƒg) She changed her name "Saito Saori" to "Asakura Akira" and debuted in1993 with the song "Baby Lips". As this song was commercial song of cosmetic bland, many of you would remember when you listen to.
Adachi YumiwpeE.jpg (3796 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1993 with the song "GOOD NIGHT". She is mainly a actress thought the song she released in 1995 "Kaze no naka no Dance". was hit and became her most famous song.
Iijima AiwpeF.jpg (2689 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1993 with the song "Naisho de Ai Ai". We have strong image of her as a "Talkabel TV talent" but she released 5 singles and 1 album. The special item for her debut single's 1st press was "A piece of her T-back that actually she used".

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YEAR 1994 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Uchida Yukiwpe2A.jpg (6185 ƒoƒCƒg) Debuted in 1994 with the song "TENCA o torou"-Uchida no yabou-". Her 3rd "Only you" and 4th were produced by Komuro Tetsuya.She is mainly an actress in these days. Her other hit songs are "Shiawase ni naritai" etc...

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YEAR 1995 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
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YEAR 1996 *Click artist's picture or name,you can check the stock list.
Iijima Naokowpe11.jpg (4016 ƒoƒCƒg) She started her career as a TV Talent and actress and debuted as a singer in 1996 with the song "Julia". Before solo debut, she was a member of the duo "W-NAO" with Amihama Naoko.

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