Yunachi, an exclusive model for the elementary school girl media "KOGYARU," was selected as one of the "100 people to watch in 2026" in the special feature "100 PEOPLE TO WATCH IN 2026" in the economic magazine "Forbes JAPAN" (Link Ties).
"100 People to Watch in 2026" is a special feature introducing young talents under the age of 30 who are moving the world. 50 past winners of the award have selected "100 people to watch in 2026."
Yunachi is 12 years old, born on January 10th, 2014. She is a notable figure with approximately 360,000 Instagram followers, the most of any "KOGYARU" exclusive model. Through her activities as a "KOGYARU" member, she has been highly praised for her potential as a spokesperson for the "α (Alpha) Generation," which refers to the generation born between 2010 and 2024, and as an artist who spreads gal culture, leading to her selection.
Yunachi commented, "I am extremely honored to have been selected as one of Forbes JAPAN's 100 People to Watch in 2026! I started my career as an exclusive model for KOGYARU and have taken on many challenges as a representative of elementary school gals. I am truly happy that my days of continuing to promote the gal culture of the new era in my own way have led to this recognition."
"Gyaru is a form of self-expression and Yunachi's way of life. As a part of Japanese culture, we will push forward with all our might into the 'new gal era' and continue to challenge the world. From KOGYARU to the world. We're still starting from here and will continue to challenge ourselves with all our might!"
