Ryota Iwai (AURALEE designer), Kazuyoshi Okamura (musician), Haruka Kitaguchi (Japanese women’s javelin thrower), Hana Sugisaki (actor), Taiga Nakano (actor), Number_i (artist), Japan men’s volleyball team Producer / Captain Yuki Ishikawa, First Summer Uika (actor/talent), Yuto Horime (professional skater), and Takashi Murakami (contemporary artist) received the awards * In in alphabetical order
“GQ JAPAN” (published by Condé Nast Japan) has announced the winners of the “GQ MAN OF THE YEAR 2024”, an award that honors that year’s most successful people regardless of gender.Ryota Iwai (AURALEE designer), Kazuyoshi Okamura (musician), Haruka Kitaguchi (Japanese women’s javelin thrower), Hana Sugisaki (actor), Taiga Nakano (actor), Number_i (artist), Japan men’s volleyball team Producer / Captain Yuki Ishikawa, First Summer Uika (actor/talent), Yuto Horime (professional skater), Takashi Murakami (contemporary artist)It is decided. * In alphabetical order
Accordingly, from today“GQ JAPAN” official website and SNS accountAt the event, we will be releasing photos of the photoshoot for the January/February 2025 joint issue of GQ JAPAN as a commemoration of the award, as well as the happy comments of each winner.
For more information, see the special website “GQ Men OF THE Year 2024” (https://www.gqjapan.jp/moty).
Ryota Iwai (AURALEE designer) |
Kazuyoshi Okamura (musician) |
Ms. Kitaguchi Shinka (Japanese Women’s Javelin Thrower) |
Hana Sugisaki (actress) |
Taiga Nakano (actor) |
Number_i (artist) |
Japan Men’s National Volleyball Team / Captain Yuki Ishikawa |
First Summer Uika (actor/talent) |
Yuto Horiyone (Professional Skateboard) |
Takashi Murakami (contemporary artist) |
The winners of the “GQ MAN OF THE YEAR 2024” award will appear on the cover of “GQ JAPAN” January / February 2025 issue, which will be published on Friday, November 29, and will be delivered in three versions.
The regular edition is based on red, the main color of “GQ MEN OF THE YY 2024,” and the cover is decorated with artwork by Takashi Murakami, winner of the Best Artist Award. The special cover edition of the January issue focuses on Number_i, who won the Best Music Group Award, and the special cover issue of the February issue focuses on three award-winning athletes, and as the regular edition, Takashi Murakami’s Expand with artwork. The inside page will feature lengthy interviews with all the winners and newly-taken photos that can only be seen in “GQ JAPAN.”
In addition, in the March issue of “GQ JAPAN” which will be published on Saturday, February 1, 2025, we will deliver a report on the day of the “GQ MAN OF THE YEAR 2024” award ceremony. We introduce it with pictures from the day of the event.
【GQ JAPAN】
The world’s first men’s fashion and lifestyle magazine, founded in the United States in 1957 and currently published in 19 countries and regions. “GQ JAPAN” was launched in April 2003 as the Japanese version of “GQ”. It has been endorsed by many businessmen as a 24-hour, 365-day source of information for men of intelligence, character, and sensitivity who are especially concerned with the “edge” in business and private life. Also popular is “GQ MAN OF THE YEAR”, which awards men from various fields who influence the times at the end of each year.
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**How does the selection of honorees for GQ Japan’s “Man of the Year” awards reflect broader societal shifts in definitions of masculinity and success?** (This question encourages analysis of the honorees in a social context, connecting them to larger cultural trends.)
## GQ MAN OF THE YEAR 2024: A Conversation with Changemakers
Welcome to World Today News. Today we’re diving into the fascinating world of GQ Japan’s “Man of the Year” awards, celebrating individuals who truly embody excellence and innovation across diverse fields. We’re thrilled to be joined by two distinguished guests: **[Guest 1 Name and Short Bio, highlighting their connection to the topic]** and **[Guest 2 Name and Short Bio, highlighting their connection to the topic]**.
Let’s get started.
**Section 1: Celebrating Achievement**
* **For both guests:** The GQ Man of the Year awards celebrate success in a variety of fields. What struck you most about this year’s list of honorees?
* **Guest 1:** Focusing on [Guest 1 Expertise], how significant is it to see individuals like [mention specific honorees] recognized for their achievements in this space?
* **Guest 2:** [Guest 2 Expertise] allows you to see across industries. What common threads connect these individuals, regardless of their specific field?
* **For both guests:** Do you believe these awards are truly representative of the current landscape, or are there other voices that deserve equal recognition?
**Section 2: The Power of Influence**
* **Guest 1:** GQ describes the honorees as influencing the times. How do you see these individuals shaping contemporary culture and society?
* **Guest 2:** How important is it for magazines like GQ to highlight diverse voices and champions from different backgrounds?
* **For both guests:** Do these awards hold any weight in terms of inspiring future generations? Can recognition like this truly make a difference?
**Section 3: GQ’s Role**
* **Guest 1:** GQ is known for its coverage of fashion and lifestyle. How does this year’s Man of the Year selection expand upon that traditional focus?
* **Guest 2:** This year, the awards are being recognized across multiple covers. How effective do you think this expanded approach is in reaching a broader audience?
* **For both guests:** What role do you believe publications like GQ play in shaping our understanding of masculinity in the 21st century?
**Final Section: Looking Ahead**
* **For both guests:** As we look forward, what qualities or values do you hope to see embodied in future Man of the Year recipients?
* **Guest 1:** [Ending Thought related to Guest 1 Expertise]
* **Guest 2:** [Ending Thought related to Guest 2 Expertise]
Thank you both for shedding light on the GQ Man of the Year 2024 Awards. This has been a fascinating conversation, and we hope our listeners walk away feeling inspired by the accomplishments of these remarkable individuals.
