Editing Miyoshi Erika

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|tab1=Miyoshi Erika
|tab2=Discography
|tab3=Publications
|tab4=Concerts & Events
|tab5=Gallery
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{{Member Infobox
|name = Miyoshi Erika
|jpname = {{Kana|三好|みよし}}{{Kana|絵梨香|えりか}}
|image = MiyoshiErika-Sept2019.jpg
|caption = Miyoshi Erika, September 2019
|birthdate = {{Birthday|1984|11|08}}
|origin = Sapporo, {{Residence|Hokkaido|Japan}}
|bloodtype = B
|height = {{Height|162}}
|zodiac = {{Zodiac|11|08}}<br />{{Lunar|1984|11|08}}
|genre = Japanese pop
|occupation = Singer, actress
|active = 2004–present
|label = {{ufg|UP-FRONT WORKS}}<br>[[PICCOLO TOWN]] (2004-2008)
|agency = {{ufg|UP-FRONT AGENCY}} (2004-2012)<br>{{ufg|UP-FRONT AGENCY|UP-FRONT SAPPORO}} (2012-present)
|group = v-u-den
|mcolor = {{penlight|purple|10}} Purple
|join = August 10, 2004
|graduate = June 29, 2008
|debutsingle = [[Koi no Nukegara]]
|lastsingle = [[Nanni mo Iwazu ni I LOVE YOU]]
|days = {{AgeinYMD|2004|08|10|2008|06|29}}
|acts = [[v-u-den]], [[H.P. All Stars]], [[Ganbarou Nippon Ai wa Katsu Singers]], [[UP-FRONT GROUP Telework Gasshou]]
|blog = {{BlogLink|ameblo|miyoshierika|I like it!!}}
|instagram = {{Instagram|erika.miyoshi}}
}}'''Miyoshi Erika''' (三好絵梨香) is a Japanese pop singer and actress. She is a former member of the [[Hello! Project]] trio [[v-u-den]].

==Biography==
[[File:Miyoshierikajune2018.jpg|thumb|Miyoshi Erika, June 2018]]
[[File:Miyoshi-erika.png|thumb|Miyoshi Erika, December 2012]]     
[[File:MIYOSHIERIKA1.jpg|thumb|Miyoshi Erika, March 2012]]
[[File:Miyoshierika2011hdjx.jpg|thumb|Miyoshi Erika, 2011]]
[[File:Miyoshierika.jpg|thumb|Miyoshi Erika, 2009]]
[[File:Erika08.jpg|thumb|Miyoshi Erika, 2008]]
[[File:Erika07.jpg|thumb|Miyoshi Erika, 2007]]
[[File:Vuden_erika_official_20070528.jpg|thumb|Miyoshi Erika, [[Koisuru♡Angel♡Heart|May 2007]]]]
[[File:Erika06.jpg|thumb|Miyoshi Erika, [[Aisu Cream to My Purin|November 2006]]]]
===2001===
In 2001, Miyoshi entered the [[Morning Musume LOVE Audition 21]] to become a 5th generation member of [[Morning Musume]], but did not pass. The following year she participated in the [[ASAYAN]] audition [http://www.generasia.com/wiki/Nikkan_Ultra_Idol_Duo_Audition Nikkan Ultra Idol Duo Audition], but didn't pass.

===2003-2004===
On October 6, 2003, it was announced through an episode of ''[[Hello! Morning]]'' that Miyoshi was the only winner of the [[Hello! Project Auditions|Hello! Project Shin Unit Audition]]. She was reportedly supposed to debut as a solo artist, but she instead debuted in 2004 as a member of the group [[v-u-den]] with [[Ishikawa Rika]] and [[Okada Yui]]. She was also made a member of the [[Hello! Project]] kickbase team, [[Metro Rabbits H.P.]].

===2006===
In 2006, Miyoshi was cast in the movie ''[[Sukeban Deka: Codename = Asamiya Saki]]'' also starring [[Matsuura Aya]] and fellow [[v-u-den]] members [[Ishikawa Rika]] and [[Okada Yui]].

===2008===
In 2008, [[v-u-den]] disbanded. After v-u-den's disbandment, Miyoshi remained within Hello! Project as a member of [[Elder Club]].

From August 8 to 10, she appeared in the sequel to the [[Melon Kinenbi]] play ''Kaba'', titled ''Kaba 2''.<ref>[http://gekijyo.net/Gekipro/stage/2013/12/post-18.html Official Gekijyo Page]</ref>

From November 27 to 30, she appeared in the stage play ''Nekome Club''.<ref>[http://gekijyo.net/Gekipro/stage/2013/12/post-19.html Official Gekijyo Page]</ref>

===2009===
In 2009, Miyoshi graduated from [[Hello! Project]] along with the rest of the [[Elder Club]].<ref>"[http://natalie.mu/music/news/13069 ハロプロよ永遠なれ！なっち、あややら感涙の卒業ライブ]" (in Japanese). ''natalie''. 2009-02-03.</ref> She stayed as an {{ufg|UP-FRONT AGENCY}} talent afterwards.

From March 14 to 22, she appeared in the third stage play in the ''Kaba'' series, ''Kaba 3'', alongside [[Melon Kinenbi]] and [[Okai Asuna]].<ref>[http://gekijyo.net/Gekipro/stage/2013/12/3.html Official Gekijyo Page]</ref>

From April 23 to May 2, she appeared in the stage play ''Mikoto Mannequin'' alongside [[Shibata Ayumi]], [[Noto Arisa]], and [[Yasuda Kei]].<ref>[http://gekijyo.net/Gekipro/stage/2013/12/post-21.html Official Gekijyo Page]</ref>

From July 22 to 27, she appeared in the stage play ''Nekome Club 2'' alongside [[Kikkawa You]] and [[Mori Saki]].<ref>[http://gekijyo.net/Gekipro/stage/2013/12/---.html Official Gekijyo Page]</ref>

From November 4 to 8, she appeared in the stage play ''Rintoshite!'' alongside [[Korenaga Miki]], [[Sainen Mia]], [[Kitahara Sayaka]], and [[Sano Kaori]].<ref>[http://gekijyo.net/Gekipro/stage/2013/12/post-25.html Official Gekijyo Page]</ref>

In December, Miyoshi and former [[v-u-den]] member [[Okada Yui]] briefly reunited to perform two live shows: MIYO-YUI no Kyounen mo Futaribocchi Casual Dinner Show on December 20, and MIYO-YUI no Kyounen mo Futaribocchi Special Live on December 23. Many v-u-den songs were featured, as well as some cover songs.

===2011===
In 2011, she was cast in the stageplay ''[[Reborn ~Inochi no Audition~]]'' along with [[Morning Musume]], and other members of UP-FRONT.

From February 8 to 27, she appeared in the stage play ''Shakuji Polka ~Heisei-hen~'' at the Sanpo Douraku Winter Festival 2011.<ref>[http://gekijyo.net/Gekipro/stage/2013/12/rn.html Official Gekijyo Page]</ref>

===2012===
Following {{ufg|UP-FRONT AGENCY}} being split into two companies (the other half being {{ufg|UP-FRONT PROMOTION}} which was mostly comprised of active [[Hello! Project]] members) in October 2012, Miyoshi was transferred to the company's {{ufg|UP-FRONT AGENCY|Sapporo Branch}}.

===2013===
On April 9, Miyoshi updated her blog informing fans that she registered her marriage on April 8 to an IT company employee from Sapporo, and that she plans to continue her work.<ref>"[https://ameblo.jp/miyoshierika/entry-11508001489.html 幸せ。]" (in Japanese). Miyoshi Erika Official Blog. 2013-04-09.</ref>

===2016-2017===
On August 10, 2016, Miyoshi announced on her blog that she was pregnant with her first child, due after the new year.<ref>"[http://ameblo.jp/miyoshierika/entry-12188950115.html ご報告。]" (in Japanese). Miyoshi Erika Official Blog. 2016-08-10.</ref> On January 19, 2017, she gave birth to a daughter named Anela (あねら).<ref>"[http://ameblo.jp/miyoshierika/entry-12239743000.html ご報告。]" (in Japanese). Miyoshi Erika Official Blog. 2017-01-20.</ref>

===2020===
On October 27, Miyoshi announced the birth of her second child, a son.<ref>[https://ameblo.jp/miyoshierika/entry-12634218777.html 出産]" (in Japanese). Miyoshi Erika Official Blog. 2020-10-27.</ref>

==Profile==
<tabber>Stats=
*'''Name:''' Miyoshi Erika (三好絵梨香)
*'''Spouse:''' Husband (married. April 8, 2013)
*'''Children:''' Daughter Anela (あねら; age {{age|2017|01|19}})
*'''Birthdate:''' {{Birthday|1984|11|08}}
*'''Birthplace:''' Sapporo, {{Residence|Hokkaido|Japan}}
*'''Blood Type:''' B
*'''Height:''' {{Height|162}}
*'''Western Zodiac:''' {{Zodiac|11|08}}
*'''Eastern Zodiac:''' {{Lunar|1984|11|08}}
*'''{{ufg|UP-FRONT GROUP}} Status:'''
**2003-08: Joined {{ufg|UP-FRONT AGENCY}}
**2012-10-01: Transferred to {{ufg|UP-FRONT AGENCY|UP-FRONT SAPPORO}}
*'''v-u-den Color:''' {{penlight|purple|10}} Purple
*'''Hello! Project Groups:'''
**[[v-u-den]] (2004–2008)
**[[Reborn Eleven]] (2011)
*'''Shuffle Units:'''
**[[H.P. All Stars]] (2004)
*'''Concert Units:'''
**[[Hello! Project Akagumi]] (2005)
**[[Wonderful Hearts]] (2006-2008)
**[[Elder Club]] (2008–2009)
*'''Other Groups:'''
**[[Metro Rabbits H.P.]] (2006)
**[[Ganbarou Nippon Ai wa Katsu Singers]] (2011)
**{{ufg|Sapporo CEREBIES}} (2007-2014)
**[[UP-FRONT GROUP Telework Gasshou]] (2020)
|-|Q&A=
*'''Hobbies:''' Karaoke, listening to music, watching movies
*'''Talents:''' Tennis, cooking, Antonio Inoki imitation
*'''Charm Point:''' Smile
*'''Least Favorite Food:''' Sea urchin roe and salmon roe
*'''Audition Song:''' "[[AS FOR ONE DAY]]"
</tabber>

==Discography==
{{Main|Miyoshi Erika/Discography}}
===Solo Songs===
*[2008.04.23] [[Nanni mo Iwazu ni I LOVE YOU|Ano Natsu no Yoru]] (あの夏の夜; ''That One Summer Night'')

==Publications==
===Photobooks===
[[File:Hello!x2_Miyoshi_Erika_&_Okada_Yui_from_v-u-den.jpg|90px]][[File:Erika7hp.jpg|90px]]
*[2005.03.05] [[Hello!x2 Miyoshi Erika & Okada Yui from v-u-den]] (ハロハロ！ 三好絵梨香＆岡田唯 写真集from美勇伝) <small>(with [[Okada Yui]])</small>
*[2007.01.28] Erika Miyoshi Hello! Project 2007 Winter Concert

==Works==
===TV Programs===
*[2004-2007] [[Hello! Morning]] (ハロー！モーニング。)
*[2004] [[Majokko Rikachan no Magical Biyuuden]]
*[2005] Musume DOKYU! (娘DOKYU!)
*[2007] Ikkaku Senkin Yamawake Q! "Sekininsha wa Omae da!" (一攫千金ヤマワケQ! "責任者はお前だ!")
*[2010-2012] Yoshizawa Hitomi no "Trend + Yossy Navi" (吉澤ひとみの「トレンド+よっすぃーナビ」)
*[2012-] Joshista (ジョシスタ)
*[2013-2016] Do! Rookaru (Do!ろーかる) <small>(MC)</small>
*[2014-2015] Netsuretsu! Hot Sandwich (熱烈!ホットサンド!)

===Theater===
*[2006] [[Ribbon no Kishi The Musical]]
*[2008] Kaba 2 (かば2)
*[2008] Nekome Club (猫目倶楽部)
*[2009] Kaba 3 (かば3)
*[2009] Nekome Club 2 (猫目倶楽部2)
*[2009} Mikoto Mannequin (ミコトマネキン)
*[2009] Rintoshite! (凛として！)
*[2010] Tsubuyaku Girl's (つぶやくGirl's)
*[2010] Kiniro no Corda (as Nami Amou)
*[2011] Shakuji Polka ~Heisei-hen~ (石神井ポルカ～平成編～) <small>(at Sanpo Douraku Winter Festival 2011)</small>
*[2011] [[Reborn ~Inochi no Audition~]] <small>(リボーン～命のオーディション～) (as Mozart)</small>
*[2011] Akahana (あかはな)

===Films===
*[2006] [[Sukeban Deka: Codename = Asamiya Saki]] <small>(as Kanda Kotomi)</small>
*[2019] FIGHTERS THE MOVIE ~Challenge with Dream~ <small>(Narration)</small>

===Radio===
*[2005-2006] Hello Pro Yanen!! (ハロプロやねん!!)
*[2005-2006] B.B.L.
*[2005-2006] TBC Fun Field Mouretsu Moudasshu (TBC FUNふぃーるど・モーレツモーダッシュ)
*[2006-2007] v-u-den beauty hour 21 (美勇伝 beauty hour 21)
*[2007-2008] v-u-den Miyoshi・Okada no Konya wa Futaribocchi (美勇伝 三好・岡田の今夜はふたりぼっち)
*[2012-2013] Joshikai Radio (女子会ラジオ)
*[2013-2016] Sana Miyo Upstage (さなみよアップステージ)

==Trivia==
*Miyoshi is an Actors Studio graduate.
*She is good friends with [[Okada Yui]] and [[Tanaka Reina]].
*Miyoshi has to wear glasses, but usually wears contact lenses.

==Honorary Titles==
{{HonoraryTitleStart}}
{{HonoraryTitle
|title=Oldest Member of [[v-u-den]]|start=2004|end=2008
|next=[[Junjun]]}}
|}

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External Links==
*[https://www.up-front-sapporo.com/miyoshierika UP-FRONT SAPPORO Profile]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20121018191516/http://www.up-front-agency.co.jp/artist/miyoshi-erika/ UP-FRONT AGENCY Profile (archived)]
*[https://www.instagram.com/erika.miyoshi/ Instagram]
*[http://ameblo.jp/miyoshierika/ Official Ameblo Blog "I like it!!" (inactive)]
*[http://gree.jp/miyoshi_erika/ Official GREE Blog (inactve)]

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