Melissa Riso Miyu Toyonaga
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Where were you born, and how was life growing up?
Miyu Toyonaga I was born and rasied in Chiba, Japan. Event though I am thankful of my parents now, I was raised in a very strick household, thus itwas not very fun when I was a kid.
I went to college in Oklahoma, US and joined the Pom & Pom dance team.
It was a great experience to learn different cultures and meeting
amazing friends!
I believe these experience taught me to be strong and be able to speak my mind
What is your ethnicity?
Miyu Toyonaga Japanese
What would the average person say about you?
Miyu Toyonaga :My friends describe me as sweet, caring, always willing to learn new things and sometimes silly. Some would describe me as sexy.
What kind of stuff did you get into after high school?
Miyu Toyonaga Learning English was my favorite. I used to copy my favorite actress accent from movies and share with this with friends.
How did you get into modeling?
Miyu Toyonaga I was "scouted" by one of my photographer friends and that is how this amazing journey began.
How long have you been modeling?
Miyu Toyonaga It has been almost 3 years now.
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How did you feel being in front of the camera for the first time?
Miyu Toyonaga I was nervous at the beginning but once I feel the love from the camera, I open up and can enjoy every moment.
How did you feel walking into your photoshoot?
Miyu Toyonaga I would say it is a mixture of nervous and excitement. It was like an adventure and I love to try new things. I think I am very lucky to have the chance to work with talented photographer for my first photo shoot.
So would you say you are comfortable in front of a camera now?
Miyu Toyonaga Most definitely. However, my goal is to try to learn new skills and be better with every photo shoot I experience.
Would you say you are pretty comfortable with your body?
Miyu Toyonaga I feel very comfortable with myself and my body. I love to be healthy and feeling sexy. However, just like everyone else, I do have certain "complex" on parts of my body. If I could choose, I would love to lose some fat on my tights, of course it could also be my "sexy" and "charming" parts for some..
What would you say is your best feature?
Miyu Toyonaga I would say my smile would be my best feature. My smile is what gets me the most compliments.
What's the best thing about being a model?
Miyu Toyonaga To meet amazing people and have the opportunity to work all over the world.
What do you do differently to set yourself apart from other models?
Miyu Toyonaga : Whatever makes me happy, something I am good with providing value to the universe.
Where do you hope your modeling will take you?
Miyu Toyonaga As long as this industry need me, I will follow as far as I can:) I am not tall enough to be a runway model, but I hope that I have a chance to bring my value to some big client which appreciate my body types and unique face in the future.
Any highlights in your modeling career?
Miyu Toyonaga Too many amazing ones to choose from.
Where can we find you on a typical weekend, if you aren't doing a photoshoot?
Miyu Toyonaga Boring side of me, I am doing laundry and cleaning. lol
I go to gym and doing yoga. Have a wonderful time with my precious friends would be my usual weekend.
What keeps you busy away from modeling?
Miyu Toyonaga My current job. It is totally different with being modeling. That actually makes me more creative when I am back for shooting.
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Five years from now, where do you see yourself?
Miyu Toyonaga Running my own company, get married and start a happy family...
What is the coolest thing a fan has ever done for you?
Miyu Toyonaga I would say ''a secret admirer writing with a song for me'' and of course the messages from people for wishing best luck for my modeling career.
Which internet websites would you say you spend most of your time at?
Miyu Toyonaga Google Search Engine. Facebook, Model Mayhem
Do you travel much for your modeling?
Miyu Toyonaga Not really at the moment due to my current job. But I would love to travel for work.
Do you like all the traveling?
Miyu Toyonaga Yes and yes!
If you could travel anywhere, where would it be?
Miyu Toyonaga : Hum...this is a dificult question to answer. Personally I would love to travel around to many countries. However if I can pick one right now, Spain would be it for the historical architecture (I would also love to test and practice my Spanish).
If you could play lead role in any type of movie, What kind of movie would it be?
Miyu Toyonaga Action. I would like to try some martial arts stuff.
Do you have a favorite drink when at clubs or bars?
Miyu Toyonaga I don't go often, but my favorite drink would be ''Amaretto & Ginge''
What is your favorite type of food?
Miyu Toyonaga I enjoy all kind of foods. Specially, Thai, Mexican,Greek and of course Japanese! I try to eat healthy to stay in shape.
What kind of music are you listening to these days?
Miyu Toyonaga All kind of music depends on situation. Rock for Gym, Classic for relax time:)
Tell us something you got away with?
Miyu Toyonaga I got away with eating rich taste ice cream!
Which celebrity would you like to meet and why?
Miyu Toyonaga I would love to meet Nicole Kidman - she is beautiful, elegant and intelligent. Another person I would love to meet is Dalai Lama, as the spiritual leader. He inspired me with his life and with his ideas.
Best pickup line you've ever heard?
Miyu Toyonaga You're so beautiful. Can I get a chance to get know you?'' Simple and honest but it does really work to me
Worst pickup line you've ever heard?
Miyu Toyonaga Backing the memory from college, Some Guy on T-shirts says ''Know what would look great on you? Me!'' It was kind of funny after all though. lol
Find a lamp and out pops a Genie, you get one wish, what would it be?
Miyu Toyonaga One thing, ''World Peace''
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Are you single now?
Miyu Toyonaga I am. (at the moment)
Do you kiss on the first date?
Miyu Toyonaga Usually not. but I always follow for my heart:)
How many kids in high school have asked you out?
Miyu Toyonaga haha…I have always been the kind of girl in relationship.
Should a person call right away or wait a few days?
Miyu Toyonaga Right away. Because I think if a guy is interested, he would take an action soon:)
What kind of guy bugs you?
Miyu Toyonaga Arrogant and rude guys really bugs me.
What does a guy need to do to make you stay?
Miyu Toyonaga All he needs is to be honest and treat me well. ( I would in term treats him like a king!)
What's the worst place to meet a guy?
Miyu Toyonaga I would say ''at a bar or club'', as you can imagine.
On a date... What does the person have to do to make it perfect for you?
Miyu Toyonaga It is important for me that a guy shows me that I am special. I would love to see a guy being himself, that is the key.
Leather or lace?
Miyu Toyonaga Lace.
Do you have any dreams or goals you're shooting for?
Miyu Toyonaga I am shooting for having my own business.
Where can we expect to see you at in the future?
Miyu Toyonaga Since I am big fan of Victoria's Secret, I would love to be involved there somehow.
Do you have anything to say to your supporters and your future fans?
Miyu Toyonaga : I can never thank my fans and supports enough. I feel very lucky to have them around, they inspire me to be better and work hard everyday!
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