I am not sure if anyone has ever made this observation before (with all the posts I would bet someone has), but I want to give props to Tsunku. Just think about it, back in 2000 he had the vision to see the potential in a 15 year old girl with questionable musical talent and a lot of heart.
Could he have known that she would become the greatest Momusu idol in history (IMHO)?
Rika is so incredible that we discuss everything about her – her singing ability, her hair style, old school vs. new school, etc. – no matter how you analyse her you can not help but love her even more. I just felt the urge to express this feeling. It is cool to see how much we respect and admire her.
In terms of pure cutie-hottie appeal no one in Momusu is on par with Rika. In terms of current and past members my next favs in this area (way behind Rika) would be in order Mikitty, Gottchan, Ai-Chan, and Nacchi. I also think that Koharu Kusumi could be the next hottie to watch from Momusu – but that is still another 5+ years in the making

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