Since its anime adaptation hit the airwaves, Aka Akasaka's original story and Mengo Yokoyari's art for "Oshi no Ko" have absolutely exploded in popularity! Not only did manga sales skyrocket, but the second season also crushed it. The manga wrapped up its four-year-plus run late last year, bringing a beloved series to a close.
Last April Fool's, the official "Oshi no Ko" accounts posted an announcement naming fan-favorite character Kana Arima as the spokesperson for Tamanoi's "Sushinoko" sushi powder. And guess what? It actually happened! She became the brand's official ambassador and even got her own collaborative packaging. This year, the April Fool's news is even bigger: Kana Arima has been chosen as the Bell Pepper Ambassador for Miyazaki Prefecture's "Green Saurus" bell peppers! Looks like "Oshi no Ko's" resident product placement expert is racking up endorsements year after year.
Fans of "Oshi no Ko" will surely remember Kana Arima's iconic childhood song, "Bell Pepper Calisthenics." The irony? She absolutely *hates* bell peppers! Back in her child star days, she'd force herself to eat them for performances, and now, just seeing a bell pepper gives her the chills.
▼ Check out Kana Arima's official "Bell Pepper Calisthenics" music video below!
While the official post *did* include the #AprilFools hashtag, last year's sushi powder "joke" actually came true! So, naturally, fans are wondering if Kana is *really* about to become Miyazaki Prefecture's official Bell Pepper Ambassador. I mean, it's a perfect fit, right? LOL.
▼ Netizens are already joking that she might actually be the ambassador in a few months! XD
Given last year's April Fool's joke-turned-reality, fans are hedging their bets, wondering if this latest announcement could also come true. It definitely seems like the official "Oshi no Ko" team has a soft spot for Kana Arima, making her the star of their April Fool's antics every single year!