Meru Nukumi Beauty & Wellness | Skincare, Haircare, Diet & Sleep

Meru Nukumi, affectionately known throughout Japan as "Meruru," is admired for her cheerful smile, luminous-looking skin, and beautifully maintained long hair. Yet a closer look at her beauty and wellness routines reveals someone who is remarkably dedicated to the little details of everyday life and enjoys discovering what works for her.

Born on March 6, 2002, in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, Nukumi made her modelling debut in 2012. After appearing in the fashion magazines Nico☆Puchi and Popteen, she became an exclusive model for CanCam in 2021. She also began building her acting career through television dramas including Oshare no Kotae ga Wakaranai and Koi Desu! Yankee-kun to Hakujou Girl. In 2022, she played the heroine in the film My Boyfriend in Orange (Moekare wa Orange-iro) and received the Newcomer of the Year award at the 46th Japan Academy Film Prize.

She subsequently appeared in the dramas Nichiyou no Yoru Gurai wa... and Sexy Tanaka-san, before taking her first leading role in a prime-time television drama with Kururi: Who's in Love with Me? in 2024. Her film appearances have included Tokyo MER: The Movie — Nankai Mission, Kimi ga Saigo ni Nokoshita Uta, and SAKAMOTO DAYS. In the 2026 drama GTO, she also took on her first role as a teacher, continuing to expand her range as an actress.

Nukumi has explained that she became seriously interested in beauty at around age 15. Experiencing skin problems during high school encouraged her to learn more about skincare. Over the years, she has continued exploring different approaches through conversations with fellow models, professional hair and makeup artists, and beauty specialists.

In 2024, she revealed that she spent approximately one hour on her evening skincare routine and around 30 minutes caring for her hair. In a beauty feature published online in 2026, she discussed the importance of treating her skin gently and continuing with products that suit her.

Her interests extend well beyond cosmetics and hair products. From fermented brown rice and home cooking to supplements, herbal tea, bathing, exercise, sleep, and the way she spends her days off, she has developed a variety of personal habits that reflect her lifestyle.

Drawing on interviews and publicly available sources, this article explores Meru Nukumi's beauty and wellness routines in detail. Along the way, we look at her preparations for a photobook, her relationships with family and fellow performers, and the dedication behind her acting work, offering a fuller picture of the woman behind the bright and familiar "Meruru" persona.

1. How Meru Nukumi Became Interested in Beauty: Skin Concerns at 15 and Her Growth as a Model

From Her First Experience with Makeup to Learning About Her Own Skin

Nukumi first became familiar with makeup around the fourth grade of elementary school. Because she had already begun modelling, fashion and cosmetics became part of her life at an early age.

However, when asked when she truly became interested in beauty, she has pointed to the age of 15. During her first year of high school, she experienced skin problems that made her want to understand her skin more thoroughly.

Alongside wearing makeup for photoshoots, she began spending more time observing her skin and caring for it at home. Her modelling career exposed her to different makeup looks and hairstyles, turning both professional shoots and everyday life into opportunities to learn about beauty.

During her time with Popteen, she became a popular fashion figure among younger readers. Moving on to CanCam then introduced her to a different fashion environment and new sources of inspiration.

One particularly memorable experience came when she first visited a CanCam photoshoot and noticed what the senior models were wearing.

Previously, Nukumi had not given too much thought to her arrival outfit because she would change into the clothes prepared for a shoot almost immediately. The other models, however, arrived in carefully coordinated outfits, paying attention even to their shoes and accessories.

Inspired by their style, Nukumi gathered the courage to approach them. They eventually took her to fashion exhibitions and stylish shops, helping her discover new brands and ways of dressing.

For someone who has often described herself as shy, approaching senior models was a significant step. Those experiences expanded her fashion interests while also encouraging her to build relationships with new people.

Her growing appreciation for beauty and fashion was therefore closely connected to the people she met. These encounters became an important part of her development as a model.

From Exploring New Beauty Products to Choosing What Suits Her

In a 2024 interview with CanCam, Nukumi described her level of interest in beauty as 150%. She enjoyed searching for new beauty information and enthusiastically trying products that caught her attention.

In a beauty feature published online by CanCam in April 2026, however, she described a more settled approach to skincare.

She explained that she had continued following a skincare routine recommended by a dermatologist. Although she remained interested in popular new serums, her priority was whether a product suited her own skin.

After experiencing a wide variety of products, she appears to have become more selective about those she enjoys using consistently.

Nukumi has also spoken about beauty as something built through everyday care, with the idea of looking forward to the person she will be tomorrow.

For her, beauty also involves recognising her personal strengths, understanding her individuality, and appreciating herself in a natural state. As her career has developed from modelling into acting, her view of beauty has grown increasingly personal and thoughtful.

2. Skincare and Face Masks: What She Learned from Beauty Expert Miho Ishii

A 2022 Beauty Conversation Revealed Her Detailed Cleansing and Lotion Routine

One particularly revealing source of information about Nukumi's skincare is her 2022 conversation with Japanese beauty expert Miho Ishii.

At the age of 20, Nukumi discussed the cleansing products, facial lotions, and morning facial massage she had been using, while asking Ishii for advice.

Speaking about face washing, she explained that she had learned through a YouTube video about the importance of avoiding excessive rubbing. Since then, she had made an effort to cleanse gently using foam.

At the time, her makeup removal routine involved first using a wipe-off cleansing product, followed by a dedicated remover for her eyelashes. She would then use an oil cleanser while applying steam to her face.

When she explained the process to Ishii, the beauty expert offered advice about the number of cleansing steps she was using and the importance of considering how the process felt on her skin.

The conversation also covered Nukumi's habit of massaging her face in the morning. Ishii shared her views on pressure and how the skin should be handled.

These were the methods Nukumi said she was using in 2022, while Ishii's comments represented professional advice offered during their discussion. The distinction is important when looking at how Nukumi's skincare habits developed.

One particularly surprising detail was the amount of time she spent applying facial lotion.

Nukumi explained that she repeatedly applied lotion with her hands for approximately the length of two YouTube videos.

When Ishii suggested that, assuming each video lasted around 15 minutes, this could mean about 30 minutes of skincare, Nukumi agreed that she was spending roughly that amount of time.

Although she watched videos while applying her skincare, she admitted that the routine could sometimes feel tiring at night.

About five years after she first became seriously interested in skincare at 15, beauty had become such an important part of her life that she was willing to devote considerable time to it.

The discussion also showed her willingness to learn. Rather than simply describing her routine, she listened carefully to Ishii's suggestions and asked questions about the way she cared for her skin.

Her 2024 Routine: 15 Minutes in the Morning, One Hour at Night

In a June 2024 interview with CanCam, Nukumi said that she spent approximately 15 minutes on skincare in the morning and around one hour at night.

In the morning, she prepared her skin using lotion, emulsion, and cream before moving on to makeup. Because she often did her own makeup for television dramas and variety shows, she had become accustomed to completing her makeup in around 20 minutes.

For her base makeup, she combined moisturising cream, primer, and foundation, aiming for a natural finish. She used powder to define her eyebrows, followed by eyeshadow, eyeliner, and mascara, before completing the look with blush and lip colour.

At night, removing her makeup was one of the first things she did after returning home. In the 2024 interview, she described using a cream-type cleanser while applying steam, taking care to minimise rubbing.

It is interesting to compare this with the oil cleanser she discussed in 2022. Her interviews suggest that she adjusted her skincare choices over time according to her preferences and the condition of her skin.

After cleansing, she used sheet masks while bathing, followed by a combination of skincare products that could include a preparatory serum, facial lotion, a vitamin C-based serum, other serums selected for her skin's condition, emulsion, and cream.

For particular areas, such as around her nose, she sometimes used a serum containing hyaluronic acid.

An hour of evening skincare may sound like a long time, but Nukumi combined several activities efficiently. For instance, she could care for her hair and body while wearing a sheet mask.

In the beauty feature published online in 2026, she also discussed continuing to use a favourite moisturising face mask and prioritising skincare products that suited her.

She described trying to touch her face as gently as she would touch a baby's skin.

After washing her face, she also preferred lightly pressing tissue against her skin rather than rubbing it firmly with a towel.

Looking across her comments from 2022, 2024, and the feature published in 2026, her approach appears to have developed from enthusiastic experimentation toward a greater focus on comfort, gentleness, and finding a routine that suits her.

She also discussed sunscreen in her 2022 conversation with Miho Ishii.

Although she preferred spending days off with little or no makeup, she explained that she continued using sunscreen. The habit began after receiving advice from a professional makeup artist about protecting her skin from sunlight.

In August 2026, she spoke about incorporating narrow sunglasses into her outfits and about moisturising her body after spending time in the sun, sometimes using lotion-soaked cotton pads or face masks as part of her body-care routine.

Professional advice also plays a role in how she maintains her eyebrows and eyelashes. In 2024, she said that she normally visited an eyelash salon approximately once a month, although she sometimes adjusted those appointments to suit the requirements of an acting role.

Her nails were another area of interest. At that time, she sometimes changed her nail design twice a month, partly because her nails grew quickly and partly because she enjoyed trying new looks.

Acting has also encouraged her to explore different makeup styles. For her leading role in the 2024 drama Kururi: Who's in Love with Me?, she described choosing more subdued beige tones to suit the character she was portraying.

Whether considering her skin, her wardrobe, her characters, or her mood, Nukumi enjoys adapting her makeup and skincare while remaining attentive to what feels right for her.

3. Haircare and Scalp Care: The Habits Behind Her Beautiful Long Hair

Discovering Brushes and Combs, and Spending 30 Minutes on Haircare at Night

Haircare is one of the areas in which Nukumi's personal dedication is especially apparent.

Known for her glossy-looking long hair, she uses brushes, combs, hair oils, and hair mists for different purposes.

In her 2024 CanCam interview, she introduced five items she carried with her: a brush for the back of her hair, a comb for her fringe, an oil suitable for hair and body, a hair mist, and a dry spray.

She selected oil when she wanted her hair to look more manageable, mist when she wanted additional moisture, and dry spray when humidity or perspiration affected her fringe.

At home, she also liked keeping combs within easy reach so she could tidy her hair whenever it became tangled.

At a haircare-related event in October 2026, she explained that she had started using one of her long-time favourite combs after seeing a professional hair and makeup artist using it.

Because her modelling work brings her into close contact with beauty professionals, photoshoots have become valuable opportunities to discover tools and techniques.

In 2024, she revealed that her evening haircare routine, including blow-drying, took about 30 minutes.

She described combining hair oil and cream, drying her hair with warm air, and finishing with cool air. Afterward, she sometimes applied another oil with a fragrance she liked.

In the morning, she preferred a lighter finish and adjusted the products or amounts accordingly. She also shared an unusual tip: applying beauty powder to her forehead before arranging her fringe.

For Nukumi, haircare involves both the enjoyment of collecting tools and the practical process of discovering which products feel most suitable for her hair.

From a Silk Nightcap to Her 2026 Scalp-Care Routine

Her interest in haircare has even extended to the hours she spends sleeping.

In an interview connected with her 2022 photobook, Hajimari., Nukumi revealed that she used a silk nightcap when going to bed.

She loosely gathered her hair and tucked it into the cap, including her fringe. She particularly liked how her hair felt and looked the following morning.

Before major events, she sometimes introduced additional treatments. Ahead of the March 2024 Tokyo Girls Collection, she described adding a water-based hair treatment to her regular shampoo and conditioning routine.

She also consulted hairstylists about the condition of her fringe and ends, using their observations to guide the care she provided at home.

At the October 2026 haircare event, Nukumi discussed combing her hair before applying treatment and using a kassa-style massage tool as part of her scalp-care routine.

At the same event, she recalled how happy she had felt when a hair and makeup artist complimented the condition of her hair. Praise from someone who regularly works with her hair was especially meaningful to her.

Although acting roles have allowed her to experiment with updos and hairstyles that expose her forehead, she has said that she feels most comfortable wearing her hair down and straight.

She has also expressed interest in trying a lighter, high-tone hair colour in the future. Her enjoyment of familiar hairstyles goes hand in hand with an ongoing curiosity about new looks.

4. Diet, Supplements and Hydration: Enjoying Rice, Home Cooking and Japanese Sweets

From Preparing for Her Photobook to Fermented Brown Rice and Home Cooking

Nukumi has often described herself as someone who loves food.

In a 2025 interview, she said that she tried to eat rice at all three daily meals, choosing an approach to eating that suited her lifestyle and how she felt.

When she was younger, she sometimes ate large amounts of snacks. As she grew older and became more aware of changes in her body, she began adjusting the amount of bread and other wheat-based foods she ate according to how she felt after meals.

She has also made temporary changes to her eating habits and exercise routine when preparing for an important photoshoot.

Ahead of her 2022 photobook, Hajimari., she said she began visiting a gym roughly one to two months before shooting and made an effort to eat salads and fish.

Although hamburgers are among her favourite foods, she paid closer attention to her meals while preparing for the photobook. She also devoted extra time to skincare and massage.

As part of her body-care routine at the time, she applied body cream after bathing and then applied it again before going to bed.

There was also a humorous food-related moment during the photobook shoot. At a hotel restaurant, she enjoyed the meal so much that she spontaneously made up a song about it. Although she had previously described vegetables as something she was not particularly fond of, she enjoyed the dishes that day and finished everything.

Her willingness to prepare carefully for work sits comfortably alongside her genuine enthusiasm for delicious food.

During busy drama filming periods, she has also spoken about taking rice balls made with fermented brown rice, known in Japan as koso genmai, and miso soup to work.

She has a rice cooker at home for preparing fermented brown rice, making it easier to include in meals during a demanding schedule.

Her interest in the dish began after discussing food with a dermatologist. Nukumi has explained that bringing meals she prepared herself to a filming location could make her feel more settled.

In 2024, she also described carrying warm soup and drinks in a flask because she sometimes had boxed meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner while filming.

Her choices included pumpkin potage and red miso soup. She would prepare them the night before so that, in the morning, she only needed to warm them before leaving home.

In an interview published by CLASSY. in April 2026, she revealed that two dishes she often cooked were peppers with seasoned minced meat and stir-fried chicken gizzards.

She liked preparing straightforward, savoury dishes that could be made in a relatively short time. During particularly busy filming periods, she sometimes felt like cooking simply because she wanted to eat something she especially enjoyed.

From food she takes to filming locations to meals she prepares at home, her choices reflect both her preferences and the rhythm of her working life.

Wagashi, Matcha and Her Interest in Herbal Tea

By 2026, Nukumi had developed a new interest in enjoying traditional Japanese culture through everyday activities, an interest she referred to as wakatsu.

She had become particularly fond of nerikiri, a type of Japanese confectionery delicately shaped to resemble seasonal flowers, plants, and festive motifs.

Interestingly, she had previously been less enthusiastic about sweet foods. Her interest in traditional confectionery grew after receiving a particularly delicious Japanese sweet as a gift.

She named Kikuya, a traditional confectionery shop in Aoyama, Tokyo, as a favourite, enjoying the colourful seasonal designs and charming appearance of its nerikiri sweets.

In early 2026, she said that she sometimes ate nerikiri approximately once every three days. She also expressed a desire to learn how to prepare matcha herself.

Making tea at home and enjoying a beautifully crafted seasonal sweet had become a favourite way for her to spend a quiet moment.

Tea had already appeared in her earlier interviews.

In a 2024 CanCam feature, Nukumi mentioned a vanilla herbal tea that had been recommended to her by singer and performer Misako Uno.

She sometimes took the tea to filming locations in a flask, choosing between it, miso soup, pumpkin potage, and other warm drinks depending on her mood.

She also enjoyed warm green tea. More recently, her interest in Japanese confectionery has added another dimension to the time she spends preparing and enjoying tea.

Her willingness to try drinks introduced by colleagues, along with her appreciation for the colours and seasonal details of traditional sweets, reflects her curiosity about new everyday experiences.

Vitamin Supplements and Her Goal of Drinking Around Two Litres of Water

Nukumi has also discussed supplements in interviews.

In her 2024 CanCam beauty routine, she described taking supplements associated with vitamins, zinc, iron, and protein before bedtime, using room-temperature water.

In an interview in September 2025, she also mentioned taking a vitamin supplement daily during periods when she was spending considerable time filming outdoors.

These comments show that supplements were among the products she included in her lifestyle at those particular times. They describe her individual habits rather than a recommendation to use specific supplements or follow a particular dosage.

For hydration, she said in 2024 that she aimed to drink approximately two litres of water a day.

She explained that she could forget to drink when concentrating on work, so she made a conscious effort to remember.

Although water was her favourite drink, she also enjoyed herbal tea, soup, and other warm beverages while working.

Her approach combined an awareness of hydration with the simple pleasure of enjoying drinks she liked.

5. Bathing, Body Care and Exercise: Adapting Her Routine to Her Lifestyle

Time in the Bath and Gentle, Full-Body Moisturising

Bathing is a recurring topic whenever Nukumi discusses her beauty and wellness habits.

In 2024, she described a nighttime routine that included soaking for about 10 minutes in bathwater heated to 43°C, with bath salts added.

In subsequent interviews, she continued to describe bath time as an important part of her day, even during busy periods.

A beauty feature published online in 2026 mentioned that she sometimes enjoyed a longer half-body bath at around 42°C.

In another interview in autumn 2026, she said that she sometimes spent approximately an hour in the bath.

Although the temperatures and lengths of her baths varied between interviews, the common theme was the value she placed on spending time in the bath.

These temperatures and durations describe Nukumi's personal routines at the time of each interview. Comfortable and appropriate bathing conditions vary according to individual health, circumstances, and environment.

After bathing, she also devoted attention to her body as well as her face.

In 2024, she described spending around 10 minutes moisturising her body using a combination of body cream and oil.

She sometimes applied additional oil to areas such as her elbows and knees, while choosing different creams for areas including her chest and hips.

She also enjoyed collecting body creams, keeping different varieties at home and choosing between them according to her mood.

In the beauty feature published online in 2026, she described applying body oil and moisturising cream to damp skin after bathing, while avoiding vigorous rubbing.

The pleasure of choosing her products and the care she takes when touching her skin are recurring themes in both her facial skincare and body-care habits.

From Gym Visits Before Her Photobook to a Growing Interest in Fitness

Nukumi's approach to exercise has also changed at different stages of her career.

Before her 2022 photobook shoot, she said that she visited a gym for approximately one to two months while paying closer attention to her diet. She was working toward a specific professional goal.

Later, in a 2025 interview, she said that regular gym visits were relatively uncommon for her at the time.

In interviews from early 2026, however, she explained that maintaining the physical stamina needed for her acting career had become increasingly important to her.

Some interviews indicated that she had started going to the gym and trying Pilates during 2025, while others discussed her desire to become more committed to building fitness.

Her exercise frequency appears to have varied with her work and schedule, but her comments show growing interest in maintaining stamina for a long acting career, as well as the physical demands of modelling.

She has also said that she wants to become more flexible because she considers herself relatively stiff.

For acting roles, she has taken on activities such as belly dancing, while other performances have required lengthy periods of singing and guitar practice.

Learning new skills for individual productions has given her opportunities to explore different ways of using and understanding her body.

6. Sleep, Rest and Days Off: Creating a Comfortable Personal Environment

Sleep, Fragrance and the Comfort of Familiar Surroundings

For Nukumi, whose work spans modelling, acting, and television appearances, finding time for sleep and rest is an important consideration.

In her 2024 CanCam interview, she reported sleeping around four hours at that time, while describing six to seven hours as her ideal.

She also said that she could fall asleep and wake up relatively easily, although these comments reflected her experience during that particular period. Her working hours and daily routine may vary depending on filming schedules.

Her 2024 nighttime routine included using a citrus-scented pillow mist and putting her smartphone aside before sleep.

After returning home, she would remove her makeup, bathe, complete her skincare and haircare, and prepare for the next day. Enjoying a favourite scent before going to bed was one way of bringing that routine to a close.

While filming Tokyo MER: The Movie — Nankai Mission in 2025, Nukumi spent approximately one month working in Okinawa.

Because she was not accustomed to staying away from home for such a long period, she wanted to make her hotel room feel as familiar as possible.

She brought her usual pillow, a humidifier, and room spray, creating an environment closer to her own bedroom.

Keeping familiar belongings and fragrances around her was a practical way of making her surroundings more comfortable while working away from home.

She has also explained that she sometimes prefers memorising scripts outside the house so that home can remain a place where she switches away from work. Although she is enthusiastic about her career, she also values the time she spends surrounded by things she enjoys.

Organising Her Home, Cooking, Gaming and Dreaming of Travel

Despite having a career that takes her to many different locations, Nukumi often describes herself as someone who enjoys staying indoors on her days off.

In an interview published by CLASSY. in April 2026, she said that she thoroughly reorganised her home approximately once every one or two months.

She reviewed her clothes, cosmetics, tableware, furniture, and other belongings, deciding which items she still wanted in her life.

She sometimes gave things she no longer used to her manager or friends and liked keeping enough space between clothes in her wardrobe.

For her, organising her home meant creating a pleasant environment filled with items she genuinely liked.

She had also replaced cooking utensils such as frying pans, reflecting her growing enjoyment of preparing food at home.

On days off, she likes watching anime and playing games. She has also spoken enthusiastically about crane games and medal games at amusement arcades.

Sometimes she films these activities for her fan club and edits the videos herself. A favourite leisure activity can therefore become another opportunity for creative expression.

She has also expressed interest in visiting Europe, where she would like to explore fashion, interior design, and interesting household items.

Her enjoyment of relaxing at home is balanced by curiosity about places she has yet to visit and experiences she would like to try.

7. Family, Co-Stars and Friends: The Personality Behind Her Bright Smile

Her Mother's Admiration for Namie Amuro and the Influence of Family

Family played an important role in how Nukumi entered the entertainment industry.

Her mother was a devoted fan of singer Namie Amuro and wanted her daughter to experience singing and dancing. She encouraged Nukumi to attend the Nagoya branch of the Avex Artist Academy.

Nukumi has recalled that, during her early lessons, the prospect of a reward could be a stronger motivation than the lessons themselves.

As a child, she also learned piano from her grandmother and became familiar with rock and heavy metal music through her father.

She has shared memories of catching insects and playing outdoors in natural surroundings, an unexpected contrast with the polished image many people associate with her today.

Even as an adult, she has enjoyed shopping with her mother and sharing clothes with her.

Her family's interests and encouragement have been woven into her appreciation of music, fashion, and performance from an early age.

Warm Friendships with Nana Seino, Yukino Kishii and Emiko Kawamura

Nukumi developed important friendships while working on the television drama Nichiyou no Yoru Gurai wa..., particularly with fellow actresses Nana Seino and Yukino Kishii.

She and Seino discovered that they shared several things in common: both came from Aichi Prefecture, both considered themselves shy, and both enjoyed food and karaoke.

Nukumi had hoped to become friends with Seino, but because they were both initially reserved, their relationship developed gradually.

During filming, they exchanged beauty and skincare information. Seino has also said that talking with Nukumi encouraged her own interest in beauty.

The friendship continued beyond the set, with the actresses going out to eat together.

During one yakiniku dinner, Nukumi and Kishii enjoyed an order of chijimi, a savoury Korean-style pancake, so much that they ordered another serving. It became a lighthearted memory of a meal shared among friends.

In a conversation with CanCam, Seino and Nukumi also recalled going to karaoke and singing "Que Sera Sera" by Mrs. GREEN APPLE together.

Seino has described Nukumi as someone who makes a filming location feel brighter simply by being there.

These stories show how shared interests in skincare, food, and music have helped Nukumi form meaningful connections with colleagues.

Another important friendship was discussed in a 2026 CanCam conversation with comedian Emiko Kawamura of the duo Tanpopo.

The two first had an opportunity to talk properly during a television location shoot in Hokkaido. At that time, Nukumi was still getting used to variety television and felt nervous around people she did not know well.

Kawamura spoke to her kindly, leaving a lasting impression.

Later, when Nukumi contracted COVID-19, Kawamura contacted her and offered to bring her anything she needed.

Nukumi recalled being deeply touched by such thoughtful concern from someone she had met only briefly during work.

When they spoke together again, their conversation included black garlic, cleansing products, saunas, and other beauty and wellness topics.

Nukumi showed genuine curiosity about the habits of someone from a different generation, asking questions and listening to Kawamura's experiences.

Although Nukumi is widely associated with a cheerful personality, she has frequently described herself as naturally shy. Her work as a model and actress has gradually encouraged her to enjoy meeting new people and forming friendships.

8. Passion for Work and Inner Wellbeing: Growing Through New Challenges

A Natural No-Makeup Photoshoot and 18 Months of Singing and Guitar Practice

Although Nukumi takes skincare and beauty seriously, she has also embraced opportunities to show a more natural side of herself through her work.

During the creation of her 2022 photobook, Hajimari., one scene involved photographing her just after waking up, with a bare face.

At first, she felt embarrassed about being photographed without makeup.

Wanting to look her best, she admitted that she secretly tidied her fringe before the camera began shooting.

However, when she saw the photographs, she felt that the result did not quite reflect the natural appearance she had hoped to capture.

She then deliberately tousled her hair and tried the photographs again. The finished images were well received by the staff, and one became a personal favourite.

For someone who normally pays close attention to her skincare, makeup, and hairstyle, allowing a more spontaneous appearance to be photographed represented a memorable creative step.

In the 2026 film Kimi ga Saigo ni Nokoshita Uta, Nukumi played Ayane Tosaka, a young woman with musical talent.

Preparing for the role involved approximately 18 months of singing and guitar lessons.

She had no previous experience playing guitar, but a teacher encouraged her to handle the instrument every day. She began keeping her guitar near the entrance of her home so that she could practise as soon as she returned.

She even took the guitar to filming locations for other productions, making time to practise whenever possible.

For singing practice, she obtained karaoke equipment that she could use while travelling in a car driven by her manager.

Her father also became interested in her preparations. In one amusing incident, he placed masking tape marked with guitar chords on her practice instrument.

Nukumi found the gesture a little embarrassing and asked him to stop. It was nevertheless a touching reminder of the family's longstanding connection with music.

For the film, she performed in a concert scene in front of a large group of extras, singing while playing guitar.

She later recalled the intense concentration and nervousness of the experience, saying that she was surprised by some of her own expressions when she saw the completed footage.

Behind the performance was a long period of lessons and preparation. Her dedication to acquiring new skills reveals another side of the discipline she brings to her career.

Her Love of Fashion and the Personal Changes Behind Her Smile

As Nukumi has taken on a wider variety of acting roles, her interests in fashion have continued to develop.

Although she previously favoured miniskirts, a CanCam feature published online in 2026 described her growing appreciation for outfits with a more streamlined, I-shaped silhouette.

Through opportunities to wear sophisticated outfits at film premieres and other events, she became more attentive to how clothing looked from the side and back as well as from the front.

After walking the runway at Tokyo Girls Collection in autumn 2026, she spoke about being reminded of how much she loved working in fashion.

Her affection for modelling remains an important part of her identity, even as she continues taking on new acting challenges.

At the same time, Nukumi has described herself as surprisingly perfectionistic.

In a 2026 interview with CLASSY., she explained that she preferred not to make a display of her hard work. Ideally, she wanted people to see her performing naturally, without being overly conscious of the preparation involved.

She has also expressed a strong desire to keep trying new experiences. Professionally, this means accepting unfamiliar acting challenges. In her personal life, it can mean discovering new interests such as traditional sweets, cooking, or games.

In a beauty feature published online in 2026, she also reflected on how she had begun laughing wholeheartedly more often.

People around her had commented that her expression seemed brighter, a change she associated with her personal growth.

When she was younger, she often felt shy about approaching unfamiliar people. Over time, asking senior models for advice and working with different actors and production teams helped her become more comfortable connecting with others.

She now values taking an interest in people and asking questions whenever she wants to learn something.

Her approach to beauty reflects a similar openness: choosing products that suit her, enjoying daily routines, and developing a greater appreciation for herself along the way.

Valuing the things she loves while remaining open to new challenges has become an important part of Nukumi's development, both personally and professionally.

Conclusion: The Everyday Habits Behind Meru Nukumi's Beauty and Wellbeing

A closer look at Meru Nukumi's beauty and wellness habits reveals two complementary sides of her personality: a dedicated beauty enthusiast who enjoys detailed skincare and haircare routines, and a relaxed young woman who values food, hobbies, friendships, and time at home.

Her interest in beauty deepened after experiencing skin problems in high school. She later learned from senior models and took part in a revealing skincare conversation with beauty expert Miho Ishii.

In 2022, she discussed gentle cleansing, carefully applying facial lotion, and wearing sunscreen. In 2024, she shared detailed morning and evening skincare routines, along with her approach to caring for her hair. In the feature published online in 2026, she emphasised choosing skincare that suited her and handling her skin gently.

Her haircare interests have been equally consistent. At different times, she has used a silk nightcap, several types of brushes and combs, oils, and treatments, developing a personal routine for maintaining the long hair that has become one of her signature features.

When it comes to food, she enjoys rice, fermented brown rice, miso soup, and home-cooked meals while also embracing favourites such as hamburgers and seasonal Japanese sweets. Supplements, hydration, herbal tea, bathing, and bedtime fragrances have also featured in her interviews as parts of her lifestyle at particular times.

Her relationships provide another glimpse of her character. She values family and hometown friends, shares her love of food and beauty with actresses Nana Seino and Yukino Kishii, and speaks warmly about the kindness shown to her by comedian Emiko Kawamura.

As an actress, she spent approximately 18 months learning guitar and improving her singing for a demanding film role. During her photobook shoot, she also challenged herself to reveal a more natural, makeup-free expression, discovering new ways of presenting herself as a model.

Across these experiences, a consistent theme emerges: Nukumi enjoys learning about herself, taking care of her skin and hair in ways that feel suitable, appreciating the people around her, and finding pleasure in new experiences.

Her attitude toward beauty is ultimately connected to the enjoyment of everyday life: building small, meaningful habits while looking forward to what tomorrow might bring.