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Asako, a broadcaster formerly an announcer in Japan, has signed an exclusive contract with SM C&C.
On the 11th, SM C&C stated, "We have signed an exclusive contract with Asako, who possesses limitless potential, and plan to provide full support so she can showcase her talents across various fields. We ask for your continued interest in Asako's new beginning."
SM C&C is a talent agency representing numerous artists including Kang Ho-dong, Jeon Hyun-moo, Seo Jang-hoon, Jang Young-ran, and Jang Do-yeon.
Asako has built her broadcasting experience working as an announcer in Japan. In Korea, she appeared on TV CHOSUN's "Mistrot 3," Channel A's "Recent Man's Life – Groom Class," KBS JOY, and Amazon Prime Japan's "Review It! Special," earning recognition for her fluent Korean and approachable charm. Notably, last year on "Groom Class," she drew attention by appearing as a woman set up on a blind date with actor Lee Jung-jin through broadcaster Jung Jun-ha.
SM C&C added, "Asako is now launching her full-scale broadcasting activities in Korea, and we expect great interest and anticipation for what she will achieve going forward."

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