She famously said, "The Under Live is the heart of Nogizaka46. We are the ones who keep the engine running while the senbatsu flies the plane." For a group plagued by the "Senbatsu vs. Under" divide, Shiina became the unofficial mayor of the Under Members, a leader who didn't lead with speeches, but with her back—showing them how to dance perfectly even when the cameras weren't on you.
In a group where members often cry during graduation announcements, Shiina announced her graduation (leaving in August 2021) with a stoic, warrior-like calm. In her farewell blog and interviews, she didn't complain about being Under Member for most of her 8-year career. Instead, she thanked the Under Members. junna shiina
Born on June 5, 1996, in Kanagawa Prefecture, Shiina joined Nogizaka46 as a 2nd Generation member in 2013. While the 1st Generation had already laid the foundation of "Sakamichi's dignity," and the 3rd Generation brought a new wave of energy, the 2nd Generation—often referred to by fans as the "underrated generation"—had to fight for every inch of screen time. Among them, Shiina stood as a pillar of silent professionalism. She famously said, "The Under Live is the
Shiina’s nickname was "Sai-kyu" (最狂), a pun on her name (Junna sounds like 10-7) combined with "Saikyo" (strongest) but with a rebellious "Kyo" (mad/crazy). It fit her perfectly. In a group where members often cry during
In the sprawling, glittering universe of Nogizaka46, where the limelight often falls on the center position and the front-row senbatsu, some members carve their legacy not through explosive charisma, but through quiet, steadfast dedication. is the epitome of that path.
Do you have a favorite Junna moment (perhaps the 2019 Under Live performance of "Watashi no Tame ni Dareka no Tame ni")? Or do you want to know more about her fashion ventures post-idol?