NEWS is releasing their FIRST-EVER official photobook «NEWS na Biishiki»

NEWS has once again captured the hearts of fans all over the world with a historic announcement. Having firmly established themselves as a cornerstone of the Japanese music industry and maintaining enduring popularity, the trio consisting of Keiichiro Koyama, Shigeaki Kato, and Takahisa Masuda has announced the release of their very first official photobook, titled «NEWS na Biishiki» (NEWS Aesthetic Sense), to be published by the prestigious Shogakukan. Scheduled to hit shelves on December 22, 2026, this release is much more than a visual treat; it is a grand celebration of ten years of history shared with the influential beauty and lifestyle magazine «Biteki».

To truly understand the weight of this release, one must look back to January 2016. It was in that issue that the pages of Biteki opened up to a monthly collaboration that was exceptionally rare for a male boy band in Japan: the serialization of «NEWS na Biishiki». Over the course of a decade, Koyama, Shige, and Massu engaged in a wide variety of thematic challenges designed to explore and elevate modern aesthetics. Far from staying within the boundaries of superficial fashion stereotypes, the column evolved into an intimate diary where the trio tackled not only personal care and cosmetics, but also culinary arts, interior design trends, fashion philosophy, and lifestyle choices.

To mark the tenth anniversary of this successful partnership, Shogakukan has compiled the very best of that golden decade into a collector’s volume. The book will feature a curated selection of the magazine’s finest installments, complemented by unseen photographs and exclusive material never before printed in the monthly issues.

Nature, Comradeship, and a Dreamy Getaway: Brand New Exclusive Content

While archiving the legacy of Biteki is already an unmissable treasure for any dedicated fan, the members of NEWS and the editorial team wanted to push boundaries even further. The photobook doesn’t rely solely on the past; it also captures the group’s present through a brand-new, highly anticipated photographic production.

For this special shoot, the members embarked on an exclusive luxury glamping adventure by the shores of a lake. The images capture the truest, most relaxed essence of the trio: breathing in the vastness of nature, laughing while handcrafting wood-fired pizzas outdoors, chopping firewood with absolute focus, and sharing stories around a bonfire beneath a star-filled sky. This duality between the urban glamour that has always defined their beauty spreads and the rustic warmth of living closely with nature paints an authentic portrait of what NEWS represents today: maturity, unbreakable friendship, and effortless camera presence.

Anticipation reached a fever pitch recently when Japanese media outlets and publishing houses unveiled the official book cover. Captured inside a high-end luxury resort hotel room, the cover photo features the three artists dressed in matching all-white ensembles. This minimalist, clean, and sophisticated aesthetic highlights the innate elegance they have refined over the years while symbolizing a blank canvas for the next chapter of their journey. The image radiates an atmosphere of calm and camaraderie, perfectly encapsulating the artistic and personal phase of Keiichiro Koyama, Shigeaki Kato, and Takahisa Masuda.

Cross-Cameras and Intimate Reflections: A Project Made By and For Them

One of the most praised aspects by specialized critics and fans alike is the participatory approach given to the project. Beyond the professional photography of the glamping trip, the book features a special segment where the members themselves turned into photographers. Armed with individual cameras, Koyama, Shige, and Massu documented the backstage moments and candid snippets of their journey from their own perspectives. This dynamic of “photographing one another” injects a layer of organic warmth and genuine affection that external production crews can rarely replicate.

To round out this visual journey, the volume includes an extensive crossover interview. In it, the members reflect on ten years of magazine history, examine significant life and career shifts, evaluate their current standing, and eagerly look forward to upcoming challenges. Ultimately, it is a sincere dialogue where text and imagery merge to tell the story of how NEWS has grown hand-in-hand with its audience.

A Launch Event Fitting for a Milestone

To cap off this historic occasion, it has been confirmed that on the release day, an exclusive online talk show event will be offered exclusively to fans who pre-order the photobook through Tower Records. The pre-order window to secure access to the event runs from Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM to Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Upon placing an order within this timeframe, fans will receive a special serial code granting them access to the livestream, allowing them to enjoy this intimate experience

The three members will participate in a live broadcast to share behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the shoot, reveal secrets behind their most iconic decade-long spreads, and connect directly with their fans. Those who purchase the book will take home not just an A4-sized, 144-page collector’s piece of pure art, but also the chance to spend the most special holiday season alongside their favorite group.

With «NEWS na Biishiki», NEWS proves once again that their capacity for reinvention is limitless. This is not merely a commercial photobook; it is a printed monument to loyalty, the beauty of growing older together, and the promise that the journey of NEWS and their fans still has many brilliant pages left to write.