Gachinko3 (ガチンコ3; Serious 3) was a Japanese idol unit formed in 2016 under Stardust Promotion. The group was formed for the TV show, "Kiyozuko Shinya no Gachinko 3B junior" (清塚信也のガチンコ3B junior), and features chosen members of Stardust's 3B Junior trainee unit.
PARADISES member Ca Non was previously a member of the group from its formation to 2019, under the name "Amemiya Kanon".
Former Members
- Amemiya Kanon
- Suzuki Moeka (鈴木萌花)
- Aira (愛来)
- Kurimoto Yuzuki (栗本柚希)
History
2016
Gachinko3 were formed on the fourth episode of "Kiyozuko Shinya no Gachinko 3B junior", broadcast on July 14. Its founding lineup consisted of Amemiya Kanon of Hachimitsu Rocket, Suzuki Moeka of Majestic Seven and Aira of OKUZAWAMURA. Their first performance took place on August 1.
2017
Gachinko3's debut album, Kimi no Yume wa Boku no Yume, was released on April 26.
On June 22, Kurimoto Yuzuki, of Leaf Citron, joined the group.
2018
Gachinko3's second album, Tobira no Mukou, was released on May 30.
2019
Amemiya Kanon left Stardust Promotion (and effectively, Gachinko3) on June 8. Since then, the group has seemingly been inactive, with their last event taking place in early 2020. Aira and Suzuki became part of Stardust idol unit Amefurasshi while Kurimoto left show business.
Discography
Albums
- [2017.04.26] Kimi no Yume wa Boku no Yume
- [2018.05.30] Tobira no Mukou