Unlike the members of AKB48 and Nogizaka46 and all their sister groups, the fine young ladies of the somewhat tamer Momoiro Clover Z have not indulged in gravure shoots during their long careers as performers. Now as they edge toward 30 -- a significant milestone for music idols -- and even start to get married, it seems even less likely. Or so you would think. Reni Takagi, a member of the color-coordinated group, announced her marriage last year, though thankfully not her retirement from the group. She is now set to release her first solo photo book on August 29 at the ripe age of 30. ...

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