Atsuko Maeda

Atsuko Maeda is a Japanese actress, singer, and former member of the idol group AKB48.

Personal

 
• As noted in the April 2008 issue of Nikkei Entertainment!, it’s often said that she has an “old-fashioned” face.  
• Is able to make an origami crane out of a piece of paper only 1cm x 1cm in size, a skill she is very proud of.  
• Is very bad at sports, as well as most physical activities in general  
• Is left-handed.  
• Has very bad vision. She wears contacts while working, but can usually be spotted wearing black-rimmed glasses during her off-time.  
• Is a big Yomiuri Giants fan, thanks in part to her father’s influence.  
• Her nicknames include Acchan (あっちゃん) and Maeatsu (まえあつ).  
• In addition to her personal admiration of fellow singer/actress Kou Shibasaki, she is also a noted fan of both TVXQ and Masaharu Fukuyama.