Introduction
Yasuyo Saito (斎藤恭代) is a Japanese gravure model, television personality, and former idol who has rapidly become one of the most recognizable figures in Japan’s modern gravure scene. Known for her tall 173 cm frame and striking “9-head proportion” body balance, she represents a new generation of Japanese models blending beauty pageant prestige, fashion modeling, and entertainment.
Originally gaining national attention after winning Miss Earth Japan 2017, Saito transitioned from idol activities to gravure modeling in her mid-20s. Despite being considered a late starter in the industry, her elegant physique and runway-ready proportions quickly attracted attention from magazine editors and photographers.
Today, she continues to expand her career across modeling, television appearances, digital photobooks, and international fan events while working with one of Japan’s largest talent agencies.
Profile
Full Name : Yasuyo Saito
Native Name : 斎藤恭代 / さいとうやすよ
Also Known As (AKA) : Yacchan
Nationality : Japanese
Profession : Model, Gravure Model, TV Personality, Talent
Industry Category : Fashion Modeling, Gravure Modeling, Entertainment
Years Active : 2015 – Present
Basic Information : Japanese gravure model and Miss Earth Japan 2017 titleholder known for her tall 173 cm “nine-head” body proportion and magazine modeling career
Date of Birth : April 22, 1996
Age : 29 (as of 2025)
Birthplace : Tochigi Prefecture, Japan
Current Residence : Tokyo, Japan
Height : 173 cm
Measurements : 85 – 64 – 91 cm
Dress Size : 비공개
Shoe Size : 24 cm
Zodiac Sign : Taurus
Blood Type : A
Latest News
In 2025, Yasuyo Saito officially joined the major Japanese talent agency Horipro, expanding her activities beyond gravure modeling into acting, television appearances, and international fan events. She also participated in the popular Taiwanese entertainment expo TRE 2025 and continues releasing digital photobooks that rank highly in Japanese gravure sales charts.
Career
Early Life
Yasuyo Saito grew up in Tochigi Prefecture and began training in artistic gymnastics during her early teenage years. Her athletic background contributed significantly to her strong posture and long-limbed physique that later became her modeling trademark. Unfortunately, a knee ligament injury during her final high-school competition forced her to retire from competitive gymnastics.
Acting Career
After signing with Horipro in 2025, Saito began training in acting and exploring television drama and film opportunities. She appeared in various TV programs and entertainment shows and also participated in the short film project Mogura, marking an early step toward an acting career.
Gravure Modeling Career
Saito’s gravure career officially began around 2022 when she started appearing in photo sessions and magazine features. Editors quickly noticed her rare proportions and photogenic presence. She was scouted by editors from Weekly Playboy, leading to multiple gravure spreads and eventually her debut photobook EarthFUL in 2023.
Her gravure popularity skyrocketed between 2023 and 2025 with several digital photobooks and DVD releases, earning her the Gravure of the Year 2024 Grand Prix.
Filmography
Television appearances include variety shows, entertainment programs, and guest features across Japanese networks such as Nippon TV, Fuji TV ONE, and TV Tokyo.
Stage Performances
Earlier in her career, Saito appeared in fashion shows and modeling events including Kansai Collection, Sapporo Collection, and Fukuoka Asia Collection, demonstrating her runway presence.
Personal Life
Outside modeling, Saito enjoys photography, golf, and studying wine. She is also known as a cat lover and owns two cats. She has expressed interest in expanding into fashion magazine modeling and action-oriented acting roles in the future.
Career & Achievements
Agency / Management : Horipro (2025 – Present), Alto (2022 – 2024)
Debut : 2015 (Idol activities), Gravure modeling debut around 2022
Notable Works : EarthFUL Photobook (2023), RemindFUL Photobook (2024), Ii Ndayo? Photobook (2024), Monthly Yasuyo Saito (2025)
Brand Collaborations : Aeon Bike, Chikugo Bank, VROSE, Rukina Image Girl
Magazine Features : Weekly Playboy, Young King, Cyzo, SPA!, various Japanese gravure magazines
Runway Appearances : Kansai Collection, Sapporo Collection, FACo (Fukuoka Asia Collection), Fashion Leaders
TV / Media Appearances : Odoru! Sanma Goten!!, KUNOICHI, Show Geki! Tonight mo Dorubako, Secret Hot Springs Roman
Awards & Recognition : Miss Earth Japan 2017 Winner, Gravure of the Year 2024 Grand Prix, Gravure Spirit Award 2024
Career Highlights : Miss Earth Japan titleholder, breakout gravure star in the 2020s, major agency signing with Horipro
Pageant Titles
Pageant Titles : Miss Earth Japan 2017
Competition Results : Winner – Miss Earth Japan 2017
International Representation : Japan – Miss Earth 2017 (Philippines)
Crown Year : 2017
Advocacy / Platform : Environmental awareness and global culture initiatives
Fashion Style
Fashion Style : Elegant gravure, swimwear editorial, high-fashion runway styling
Visual Signature : Tall silhouette, long legs, balanced “nine-head” body proportion
Public Image : Sophisticated yet approachable gravure star transitioning into mainstream entertainment
Cultural Influence : Represents the modern crossover between Japanese gravure culture, fashion modeling, and international beauty pageants
Education
Education : Sugimori High School (Fukuoka)
Major : 비공개
Languages : Japanese
Hobbies : Golf, photography, fitness training
Special Skills : Model walking, athletic posture from gymnastics training
Personal Interests : Fashion, travel, photography equipment
Fun facts
Fun facts : Known in Japanese media as a “9-head proportion beauty” due to her unusually balanced body ratio
Behind-the-scenes notes : Began gravure modeling relatively late at age 26 but quickly rose to the top tier of the industry
Lesser-known details : Initially entered the entertainment industry after a friend secretly submitted her to a regional beauty contest
SNS
Official Website : https://www.horipro.co.jp/saitoyasuyo/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/yasuyon4
X (Twitter) : https://x.com/yasuyosaito4
TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@yasuyo_saito
YouTube : 비공개
Other Platforms : Official Fan Club "Yacchan House"
Image Source : SNS