Vogue Nippon magazine has recently revealed the recipients of its Women of the Year 2008 title. The annual event showcases the outstanding Japanese women in various fields, primarily in the Japanese pop culture industry.
The nine recipients are actress Aoi Miyazaki, actress Juri Ueno, comedian Harumi Edo, softball player Yukiko Ueno, Buddhist activist-writer Jakucho Setouchi, singer-writer Mieko Kawakami, talent-idol Suzanne, manga artist Yukari Ichijo and actress Kanako Higuchi.