I think I'll be cheering for Motchy - just look at that adorkable smile!

Google translation of https://mdpr.jp/news/detail/4424778 :

Hometown: Hokkaido
Grade: 3rd grade
Birthday: October 27th
MBTI: ESFP
Hobbies: Listening to music
Special skills: Dancing
Favorite food: Hamburger
Disliked food: Shiitake mushrooms
Favorite saying (motto): To make your dreams come true, you need to put what you want to do into words, keep talking about it, and never give up
Recent obsession: Singing

- What made you decide to enter the contest? What prompted you to do so?

Since I was little, it was my dream to become an idol, and when my friends at school started talking about the "JC Miss Contest," I wondered what it was, so I looked into it and gradually became more interested. I wanted to enter too! I wanted to win the grand prize and gain confidence in myself! So I talked to my family about it and entered!

- What are your strengths and selling points?

I'm always smiling, energetic, and cheerful.

- Is there any celebrity you admire?

Yoshikawa Ai and Yonezawa Ria.

- Some of Modelpress' readers are currently experiencing various anxieties. For those readers, please tell us about an episode in your life where you overcame sadness.

When I participated in the "JC Miss Contest 2023" as a second-year student, I unfortunately did not become a finalist. I was so frustrated that my eyes were swollen the next day, so I participated in 2024 as my last challenge! Listeners, grandparents, family, and friends all supported me and said, "JC is Mochi! You can definitely become Mochi!!" and it gave me courage! And since it was my last time (as a third-year student), I worked hard with the feeling that this time it would be the one! And when the finalists were announced, I was happy to see my name! At that time, I thought, "I'm glad I worked hard every day! I'm glad I didn't give up! I'm happy that everyone supported me!" That's when I realized for the first time that it's true that hard work pays off! So I will continue to work hard towards my dreams without giving up and with all my might, no matter what happens.

- What is your dream for the future?

I want to be an idol who works on the runway and as a magazine model!

- Many Modelpress readers are currently chasing their dreams. Lastly, please tell us the "secret to making your dreams come true."

It's important not to give up and to work hard until the end so you don't have any regrets! If you give up then, you'll definitely regret it.