My Saki story: My first hook into the idol word was Berryz's Special Generation PV. I thought Captain was the baby of the group.

But she vaguely looked like how I used to, with that short haircut, and the more I learned about her (being Captain, eldest Berryz, dancing prowess), the more she locked in as my favorite.
My favourite thing about Saki: What's not to like? And her dancing has a smooth quality to it that I've only ever seen Takahashi also exhibit in H!P. She also has a great sense of humor, as can be seen in her interactions with the other members.
小ネタ。(キャプテン編)A memorable performance: Everyone should link to her dance solo there.

But since I'd rather not get redundant, here's an example of how Saki is one of the few H!Pers that can dance without exaggerating her movements and still capture the stage better.(No offense to NakaSaki, Maimi, or Eri)
Natsu Doki Lipstick (夏Doki リップスティック) by Maimi Yajima HD upconvertA moment that made me laugh: Any combination of Captain, Maasa, and Momoko is gold.
Berryz Koubou 2009 Concert Tour ~Part 13~ MC 2Couldn't find some of the better moments though, like from Berryz vs. Berryz
A moment that surprised me: This me pay attention to her at the start of my fandom.
Halation Summer - Berryz Koubou tour 06'One of her finest vocal moments. Haven't heard her let loose like that in a long time.
A pictures that I like: She really mastered that "ethereal" dreamy half-smile, and has been
employing it to deadly effect ever since.
http://i23.tinypic.com/j5fqqx.jpgBut what is it with short leaders and hats? Can't go wrong with DkDk(and blue streaked hair

) or C\C Saki. Also when she cornrows her hair. I believe one of my first moments of true fangirl squee was when I saw her in practice clothing for the Berryz vs. C-ute concert. Partial cornrows with large swept bang, all with a boyish cut?

A video that I like:
Shimizu Saki - NATSUNATSU Concert BackstWhen she smirks!
