Kana Arima, a prominent character from the anime Oshi no Ko, has been officially appointed as the ambassador for "Greenzaurus," a brand of green peppers produced in Japan's Miyazaki Prefecture. The announcement was made via the official channels, celebrating this unique collaboration between anime and agriculture.

数年ぶりに ピーマンが世間を席捲か
今年はまさかの “ピーマン大使” 就任!?

Could Green Peppers Take the World by Storm Again After Years?
This Year’s Surprise: A “Green Pepper Ambassador”!

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有馬かなの活躍が止まらない
宮崎県産ピーマン“大使”へ

Kana Arima's unstoppable rise
Now appointed ambassador for Miyazaki-grown green peppers!

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女優業のほかにも大人気アイドルグループ・B小町のセンターとしても活躍中の有馬かなの新たな挑戦が明らかになった。
宮崎県産ピーマン「グリーンザウルス」の“ピーマン大使”に就任するという。

Kana Arima, known both as an actress and the center of the idol group B-Komachi, is taking on a new role: she’s been appointed “Green Pepper Ambassador” for Miyazaki’s own green pepper brand, Greenzaurus.

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「ピーマン体操」でも一世風靡

Even Her “Green Pepper Exercise” Was a Big Hit

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有馬とピーマンのつながりは深く、彼女の子役時代までさかのぼる。 当時の有馬は演技力だけでなく「ピーマン体操」なる体操を考案し、一世風靡。YouTubeでは1位を獲得、多くの音楽番組でも披露。その人気はまさに社会現象ともいえるほどで、「野菜嫌いの子供が食べてくれるようになった」と当時の母親たちの間でも話題になった。 そんな彼女がまさかの“大使”就任ということで、県の関係者は「オファーが来た際に、焦りもあったが本企画を実施し上層の回答もあった」と語る。

Kana Arima’s connection with green peppers runs deep, reaching back to her childhood acting days. At the time, she wasn’t just known for her acting skills—she even came up with a routine called the “Green Pepper Exercise,” which became a nationwide sensation. It topped YouTube rankings and was showcased on numerous music programs. Her popularity reached the level of a social phenomenon, with many parents saying, “Thanks to her, even picky kids started eating vegetables.”
So when the unexpected news of her appointment as “ambassador” broke, a Miyazaki prefectural official commented, “We were a bit flustered when the offer came in, but the project was greenlit with approval from higher-ups.”

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大注目のMVとの共通点

Common Themes With the Latest Music Video

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B小町として先日発表した新曲「POP IN 2」のMV撮影地は宮崎県で撮影。また今回任命される“ピーマン大使”のピーマンは偶然にも「グリーンザウルス」という宮崎県のブランド。共通点が偶然にも後押しした形での就任となった。「緑色が好きな有馬かなにはぴったり」との声も上がるなど、人気アイドルとしても大使としてもますます進化している有馬。その活躍から目が離せない。

The music video for B-Komachi’s recently released new single “POP IN 2” was filmed in Miyazaki Prefecture. Coincidentally, the green peppers for which she’s been appointed ambassador are also a Miyazaki brand—“Greenzaurus.” This unexpected connection seemed to naturally support her appointment. Some have even said, “Green suits Kana Arima perfectly!” Whether as a top idol or as an ambassador, Arima continues to evolve, and fans can’t take their eyes off her ever-growing career.

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※この記事はエイプリルフールのネタです

This article is an April Fool’s joke.

About Oshinoko

Oshi no Ko is a gripping story that explores the bright and dark sides of the entertainment industry. The narrative follows Gorou, an obstetrician whose life changes dramatically after meeting his favorite idol, Ai Hoshino. A tragic event leads to his death, only for him to be reborn as Aqua, Ai’s son. Determined to follow in her footsteps, Aqua enters the world of show business, unraveling its secrets along the way.

Based on a manga serialized in Weekly Young Jump from April 2020 to November 2024, Oshi no Ko has become a massive hit, with over 20 million copies sold. It won the Grand Prize in the 2021 "Next Manga Awards" (Comics Division) and captured wide attention when its first anime season aired from April to June 2023. The show’s opening theme, “Idol” by YOASOBI, further boosted its popularity.

The second season aired from July to October 2024, followed by a live-action drama and film adaptation. Anticipation is already building for the third season, scheduled to air in 2026.

Season 3 Introduction

The story moves into a new chapter—six months after the release of POP IN 2, B-Komachi is on the verge of stardom thanks in large part to MEMcho’s dedication. Aqua has become a multi-talented entertainer, and Akane is gaining traction as a rising actress. Meanwhile, Kana seems to have lost her spark. As Ruby climbs the ladder of fame, driven by the desire to uncover the truth behind Ai and Gorou’s deaths, she wields lies as her weapon in the ruthless world of entertainment.

Source : ORICON NEWS