Kiko Mizuhara Celebrates ‘Dream Come True’ As She Graces Vogue Japan Cover
The multi-talented model and actress reveals her major career milestone in emotional Instagram post.
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Japanese-American model and actress Kiko Mizuhara has achieved a significant milestone in her career by gracing the cover of Vogue Japan, a moment she describes as a “dream come true” in her latest Instagram post.
Mizuhara shared her excitement about the achievement with her followers through a carousel of stunning images from the photoshoot. In her bilingual caption, she expressed her genuine joy at this career milestone, writing in English: “A dream come true moment ❤️ I’m on the Cover of Vogue Japan @voguejapan 🇯🇵.”
She continued in Japanese, which translates to: “I was able to grace the cover of Vogue Japan, which has been my dream for a long time. I’m truly happy from the bottom of my heart, it’s a moment where my years-long dream has come true. The interview was also very warm, and they wrote a lovely article filled with love.”
The post showcases a series of high-fashion images featuring Mizuhara in various sophisticated ensembles. The cover photo presents her in what appears to be a tailored jacket look, embodying the magazine’s theme which focuses on dandyism and tailored style.
The Creative Team Behind The Shoot
Mizuhara made sure to acknowledge the creative professionals who helped bring this dream to reality. The photoshoot was captured by photographer @bondukestudio, with styling by @emitothek. Her hair was done by @yu__nagatomo, while makeup and manicure were handled by @rieshiraishi1220.
Additional credits included prop styling by @yuuu_rinchiii_, sitting editor @misamisab, and posing director @chikakotakemoto. The interview and text were crafted by @rielyn_shivatar, and Tiffany Godoy served as the head of editorial content. Tomoyuki Yonezu was the consulting art director, with @masayougawa as the fashion editor.
Mizuhara also tagged @epsteinjacob in her post, suggesting a personal connection or gratitude.
Vogue Japan’s Dandyism Theme
This cover appearance is particularly significant as it ties into Vogue Japan’s June 2025 issue, which explores the theme of dandyism and tailored style. According to a previous post from Vogue Japan’s account, the issue features Mizuhara in dandy jacket styles that complement her “unwavering core strength.”
In the accompanying interview, Mizuhara discusses the concept of “being true to oneself” in relation to her current position. The issue also includes features related to the upcoming Met Gala theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” presenting various topics including suit styling for all genders, makeup to complement masculine styles, and a fashion story navigating the Costume Institute’s exhibition at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Mizuhara’s Multi-faceted Career
Born Audrie Kiko Daniel, Kiko Mizuhara has established herself as a prominent figure in fashion and entertainment. She began her modeling career as a teenager after winning a competition for Seventeen magazine in Japan and has since walked runways for major fashion houses and appeared in campaigns for brands like Dior and Coach.
Beyond modeling, Mizuhara has pursued acting, appearing in films such as “Norwegian Wood” (2010) and “Attack on Titan” (2015). She has also ventured into design, launching her own clothing line called “OK” and collaborating with brands like Opening Ceremony.
Most recently, Mizuhara has been busy with entrepreneurial ventures, including her botanical skincare brand “kiiks”. The brand focuses on handmade, natural products sourced from Japan, emphasizing harmony with nature and healing both mind and body.
Connecting With Fans And Nature
Mizuhara is known for sharing both professional milestones and personal passions with her followers. Recently, she’s been promoting a pop-up shop for kiiks in Kagoshima, Japan, where the brand’s products are manufactured by Botanical Factory, and even appeared on local television to discuss the brand alongside the prefecture’s governor.
Her Instagram also reveals her love of nature, with posts documenting experiences like witnessing coral spawning, which she described as a “magical phenomenon” that made her “feel one with nature.”
As she celebrates this career highlight with Vogue Japan, Mizuhara continues to expand her influence across fashion, entertainment, and business while maintaining connections to her Japanese heritage and commitment to natural harmony.
The Vogue Japan issue featuring Kiko Mizuhara on the cover will be released on May 1, 2025, as noted in previous announcements from the magazine.
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