Sayaka Yamamoto

2.1. Childhood and Education

Sayaka Yamamoto was born on July 14, 1993, in Osaka Prefecture, the youngest of six children in a family that included her parents, three elder brothers, and one elder sister. Her given name, "Sayaka" (彩), was chosen by her parents with the hope that she would "color the hearts of various people." She began taking dance and singing classes from second grade at Little Cat, a music school in Osaka, which she attended with her elder sister. In fifth grade, inspired by the Canadian singer Avril Lavigne, Yamamoto began learning to play the guitar. She attended a girls' high school in Kyoto where she was actively involved in school life, serving as the student council president during her second year.

2.2. MAD CATZ Formation and Activities

In 2005, Sayaka Yamamoto, along with Arisa (bass, vocals) and Hisako (drums, vocals), formed a band under the talent agency Smile Company, initially named Smile2Girls. In 2008, the band signed with Sony Music Entertainment and was renamed **MAD CATZ**. They made their major debut on March 19, 2008, with the single "Girls be Ambitious!", which also served as the opening theme for the educational anime *Moegaku 5*, aired on BS Fuji. Yamamoto, known then by her stage name "SAYAKA," performed as the guitar and lead vocalist. The band's musical style featured a unique format with each member playing an instrument and engaging in relay vocals. Their coupling track "Sweet day's Light" was used as the commercial image song for Cuore Cosmetics' k-palette series and also featured the band as image models.

In 2009, MAD CATZ transferred to Columbia Music Entertainment and released their second single, "POSITIVE," on January 21. Yamamoto contributed to the lyrics for the coupling track "Monochrome Map." Besides their individual concerts, MAD CATZ performed at music festivals such as KANSAI LOVERS '08 and MINAMI WHEEL 2009. The band eventually disbanded by the end of 2009, leading Yamamoto to seek new opportunities in the entertainment industry.

3.1. NMB48 Debut and Early Activities (2010-2012)

In September 2010, Sayaka Yamamoto successfully passed the audition for the first generation of NMB48, selected from 7,256 applicants. Her debut was announced to the public along with 25 other members during the "AKB48 Tokyo Aki Matsuri" event on October 9, 2010. She officially began performing at the NMB48 Theater on January 1, 2011, where she was also appointed as the first captain of NMB48. On March 10, 2011, Yamamoto was selected as one of the 16 members to form Team N, of which she was also designated captain. Team N commenced their performances at the NMB48 Theater on March 21.

In May 2011, Yamamoto and Miyuki Watanabe became the first NMB48 members to be chosen as senbatsu members for an AKB48 A-side, participating in the group's 21st single, "Everyday, Katyusha." She would continue to be a senbatsu member for almost all AKB48 A-sides throughout her idol tenure, up to their 52nd single "Teacher Teacher." In the same month, NMB48 unveiled their first original song, "Seishun no Lap Time," with Yamamoto as its center, later released as a B-side on NMB48's first single. On June 9, Yamamoto was the only NMB48 member to rank in AKB48's 3rd General Election, placing 28th with 8,697 votes, earning her a spot in the Undergirls. On July 20, NMB48 made their major CD debut with their first single, "Zetsumetsu Kurokami Shojo," for which Yamamoto was selected as a senbatsu member. She remained a senbatsu member for all 19 NMB48 A-sides released during her time with the group and served as the center for 13 of those singles. NMB48's second single, "Oh My God!," released on October 19, saw Yamamoto share the center position for the first time with fellow Team N member Nana Yamada.

Yamamoto received her first solo A-side center on NMB48's third single, "Junjō U-19," released on February 8, 2012. This single also featured her first solo song, "Jungle Gym." On May 9, NMB48 released their fourth single, "Nagiichi," centered by Yamamoto and Miyuki Watanabe. In AKB48's 4th General Election on June 6, Yamamoto ranked 18th with 23,020 votes, leading her to sing on the B-side "Nante Bohemian" as an Undergirls member for AKB48's 27th single, "Gingham Check." She was the sole center for NMB48's fifth single, "Virginity," released on August 8. On November 7, NMB48's sixth single, "Kitagawa Kenji," featured Yamamoto as a center alongside Miyuki Watanabe. Her first photobook, "Sayagami," released on November 21, sold over 55,000 units.

3.2. Rise in Popularity and AKB48 Concurrency (2013-2015)

Sayaka Yamamoto's popularity continued to surge in 2013. On June 8, she ranked 14th in AKB48's 5th General Election with 51,793 votes, marking her first entry into an AKB48 senbatsu through the election for their 32nd single, "Koi Suru Fortune Cookie." She was the sole center for NMB48's seventh single, "Bokura no Eureka," released on June 19, and their eighth single, "Kamonegix," released on October 2. The single "Bokura no Eureka" notably included a song titled "Sayanee," her popular nickname, as a tribute.

A significant development in her career occurred on February 24, 2014, when it was announced that Yamamoto would hold a concurrent position in AKB48's Team K, taking effect in May. On March 26, NMB48 released their ninth single, "Takane no Ringo," with Yamamoto again serving as a solo center. Her influence in AKB48 grew further on June 7, when she ranked 6th in AKB48's 6th General Election with 67,916 votes, achieving her first entry into the "Kami 7" (top 7 members). This resulted in her participation as a senbatsu member on AKB48's 37th single, "Kokoro no Placard. Yamamoto was the only NMB48 member to rank in senbatsu that year, highlighting her individual popularity.

In 2014, a JT-sponsored commercial featuring Yamamoto singing "Hitoiki Tsukinagara" a cappella began airing, leading to multiple arrangements of the song for subsequent commercials and its inclusion on her first solo album. She also started collaborating with other artists as both a guitarist and singer on music programs like *FNS Music Festival* and *UTAGE!*. In October, her radio program "NMB48 Yamamoto Sayaka no Regular Toretemouta!" began airing. On February 10, 2015, Yamamoto's second photobook, "SY," sold 42,779 copies in its first week, topping the Oricon sales charts and prompting a second printing. On June 6, she maintained her 6th place ranking in AKB48's 7th General Election with 97,866 votes, leading to her participation as a senbatsu member on AKB48's 41st single, "Halloween Night." On August 18, it was announced that Yamamoto would be the center for AKB48's "365nichi no Kamihikouki," the theme song for the NHK drama *Asa ga Kita*. This marked her first time serving as a solo center on a full-senbatsu AKB48 track, distinct from those recorded as NMB48. On October 7, NMB48 released their 13th single, "Must be now," with Yamamoto returning as the center for an NMB48 A-side.

3.3. Solo Debut while in NMB48 and AKB48 Concurrency End (2016-2017)

The year 2016 marked a significant shift towards Sayaka Yamamoto's solo endeavors. On January 8, she released her third photobook, "Minna no Yamamoto Sayaka." From April 18, she began co-hosting the radio show *Appare Yattemasu* on Mondays, a role she maintained for four years. NMB48's 14th single, "Amagami Hime," released on April 27, featured Yamamoto as center and included her solo version of "365nichi no Kamihikouki." On May 26, she officially graduated from her concurrent position in AKB48's Team K, returning to focus solely on NMB48. Despite her earlier statement that 2016 would be her last participation in the AKB48 General Election, she achieved her highest rank yet, 4th place, with 110,411 votes on June 18, and participated in AKB48's 45th single, "LOVE TRIP / Shiawase wo Wakenasai." NMB48's 15th single, "Boku wa Inai," released on August 3, included "Ima Naraba," a B-side track composed by Yamamoto.

On August 24, Sayaka Yamamoto announced her first solo album, "Rainbow," to be produced by Seiji Kameda and featuring tracks she wrote and composed herself. The album was released on October 26 and debuted at 3rd place on the weekly Oricon albums chart. She then embarked on her first solo tour, also named "Rainbow," with five performances across four venues. NMB48's 16th single, "Boku Igai no Dareka," released on December 28, featured Yamamoto as center and included another B-side she composed, "Kodoku Guitar." On December 31, she achieved first place in AKB48's special election during the 67th Kōhaku Uta Gassen with 41,990 votes, performing "Kimi wa Melody" as the center.

In 2017, Yamamoto continued to expand her solo profile. Her essay book, "Subete no Riyuu," was released on March 29. In May, she was one of two artists whose version of the Hanshin Tigers' fight song "Rokko Oroshi" was played at the team's home stadium. On July 7, she was featured on "The best covers of DREAMS COME TRUE DoriUta Vol. 1" with her cover of "Nando Demo." The following day, July 8, she made her first music festival appearance as a solo artist at DoriUta Fes. On October 4, Yamamoto released her second solo album, "identity," which debuted at 2nd place on the weekly Oricon album charts. This album, also produced by Seiji Kameda, featured seven tracks written and composed by Yamamoto. She supported the album with her second tour, comprising 8 performances across 7 venues.

3.4. Graduation from NMB48 (2018)

The year 2018 marked the culmination of Sayaka Yamamoto's idol career and her transition to a full-time solo artist. On April 4, NMB48 released their 18th single, "Yokubomono," with Yamamoto serving as its center. In May, she made her first appearance at an official rock festival, METROCK.

On July 30, during the "NMB48 LIVE TOUR 2018 in Summer" at Nakano Sun Plaza, Sayaka Yamamoto made the emotional announcement of her graduation from NMB48. This news sent ripples through the idol community, marking the end of an era for the group. NMB48's 19th single, "Boku Datte Naichau yo," released on October 17, served as Yamamoto's final single with the group. In addition to her graduation solo song, "Wasurete Hoshii," and two tracks she centered, the single also featured her composition "Yume wa Nigenai" as a B-side.

Her graduation concert, titled "SAYAKA SONIC~Sayaka, Sasayaka, Sayonara, Sayaka~," was held on October 27, 2018, at Expo '70 Commemorative Park. This event was NMB48's first outdoor concert and their largest to date, drawing over 30,000 attendees. The concert featured the reunion of all 24 first-generation NMB48 members, including Miyuki Watanabe, creating a memorable moment for fans, especially the "Sayamilky" duo. Yamamoto officially graduated from NMB48 on November 4, 2018, with final graduation performances held at the NMB48 Theater on November 3 and 4.

4.1. Post-NMB48 Solo Career (2019-2021)

Sayaka Yamamoto's post-NMB48 solo career began with significant steps towards independence and artistic growth. On January 1, 2019, she announced her third solo tour, "I'm ready," which included 27 performances across 24 venues, demonstrating her commitment to engaging directly with her audience. Her official fan clubs, SYC and SYC Mobile, were launched on January 7. On February 17, she announced her transfer to Universal Music Japan, specifically under the Universal Sigma label, signaling a new chapter in her recording career. Throughout 2019, she expanded her presence in the rock music scene, performing at major festivals such as METROCK, ROCK IN JAPAN, and MONSTER baSH.

Her first solo single after graduation, "Ichirinsou" (イチリンソウ^Japanese), was released on April 17, 2019. In August, her radio show *Yamamoto Sayaka Kakeru* began airing. She quickly followed up with her second single, "Toge" (棘_Thorn^Japanese), on September 4. On September 17, Yamamoto announced via her YouTube channel that her third single, "Tsuioku no Hikari" (追憶の光_{Light of Recollection}^Japanese), would be released on November 20, followed by her third album, *α* (Alpha), on December 25.

In February 2020, she embarked on her fourth tour, *α*, which had three initial performances before the remaining dates were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A final, no-audience performance was held via livestream on August 28. On September 17, Yamamoto pre-released "Ai Nante Iranai," which served as a commercial song for a MOS Burger advertisement that she also starred in. On October 28, she released her fourth solo single, "Zero Universe" (ゼロ ユニバース^Japanese), which became the ending song for TV Tokyo's drama *Anoko no Yume wo Mitan desu.* In the same month, she began hosting the radio show *SPARK* on Mondays. In December, her song "Boku wa Omocha" for NHK's *Minna no Uta* began airing.

On February 24, 2021, Sayaka Yamamoto released her fifth single, "Dramatic ni Kanpai" (ドラマチックに乾杯_{Dramatically Cheers}^Japanese), which was the theme song for Tokai TV/Fuji TV's drama *Sono Onna, Jiruba*. In May, her radio show *HEART STUDIO* began airing. On July 14, her birthday, she released her first digital single, "yonder," which was the commercial song for Yamagata Nissan Group's 60th Anniversary. On August 25, Yamamoto surprise-released her second digital single, "Don't hold me back." In September, she launched her fifth nationwide tour, "re," with 12 performances scheduled across 11 venues. On October 27, she released her third digital single, "Aimatte." However, on November 26, it was announced that she would be going on hiatus, retroactively from November 19, to undergo treatment for a thyroid condition. On December 1, she was featured on Night Tempo's "I Don't Wanna" from his album *Ladies in the City*.

4.2. Health Hiatus and Return to Activities (2021-Present)

Sayaka Yamamoto's career faced a temporary halt due to health concerns, but her return in 2022 signaled a renewed dedication to her musical journey and an expansion of her activities. On April 1, 2022, it was announced that Yamamoto would be one of the featured singers on the soundtrack for the 2022 AFKRPG game *Memento Mori*. A full version of her song "Lament" was subsequently released on the mobile game's associated YouTube channel on April 18.

On July 14, 2022, Yamamoto announced her official return from hiatus, confirming that her thyroid condition was in remission. To mark her comeback, she held a special livestreamed performance on August 15, showcasing her vocals for the first time in approximately nine months since her last public performance at Tokyo Dome City Hall. Her first in-person live event since ending her hiatus was at the Chillin' Vibes music festival on October 16.

On November 11, the digital album *ELLEGARDEN TRIBUTE* was released, featuring Yamamoto's rendition of "Kaze no Hi." She concluded 2022 with solo concerts in Tokyo and Osaka on December 27 and 29, respectively.

February 2023 saw Yamamoto announce the establishment of her own private office, SYCompany, following the termination of her management contract with her previous agency, Showtitle, at the end of 2022. Her new company maintains a business partnership with Showtitle. In February, she also held a fan club-exclusive Billboard Live tour and participated in tribute concerts for Miyuki Nakajima. Her cover of "Takaga Ai" from these concerts was later included on the live album *Utaenishi -Nakajima Miyuki RESPECT LIVE 2023-*. On May 13, she released her fourth studio album, *&*, which she supported with a nationwide tour throughout June and July 2023. As a well-known fan of the Hanshin Tigers baseball team, Yamamoto notably performed the Japanese national anthem before Game 3 of the 2023 Japan Series at Koshien Stadium on October 31.

In 2024, Yamamoto began the year with another fan club-exclusive Billboard live tour. She also initiated a three-month consecutive digital single release, starting with the electro-swing track "Nocturnal" on February 28. This was followed by "Tweedia (Blue Star)" (ブルースター^Japanese) on March 27, which served as the ending song for the anime *An Archdemon's Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride*. Her third digital single of the year, "Lingering Traces," a second track for *Memento Mori*, was released on April 24. She held her first tour outside Japan in May and June, named "- 彩 -", performing in Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Taipei. In September, she embarked on her first nationwide acoustic tour, "Organic." On October 30, Yamamoto digitally released "Seagull," the third ending song for the anime *Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion: Change the World*. In November, she held her first "Battle of the Bands"-style tour, "SYnergy," featuring co-headlining artists like Abe Mao, ACIDMAN, and Scandal at different stops. She is scheduled to release her first EP, *U TA CARTE*, on December 25. Looking ahead to 2025, Yamamoto plans to hold two more back-to-back tours: a nationwide tour and her annual Billboard live tour.

6.1. Personality and Hobbies

Sayaka Yamamoto is the youngest of six children, with three elder brothers and an elder sister. Her name, "Sayaka," reflects her parents' wish for her to "color the hearts of various people." She is affectionately known by the nickname "Sayanee" (さや姉_{Sayanee (elder sister Sayaka)}^Japanese) among her fans and some colleagues. Other nicknames include "Chitchi" from Yuko Oshima and "Sayapai" used by Mariko Shinoda on her blog.

Yamamoto's personality is marked by her curiosity, perseverance, and passion. She is known for being enthusiastic and not easily losing interest once engaged. In her school days, she did not join a club in middle school due to her singing and dancing lessons but was part of a light music club in high school. Her long-term ambition is to remain involved in music throughout her life.

She possesses notable physical strength, particularly in arm wrestling, being strong with both her left and right arms. She once defeated Shizuka Oya of AKB48 in an arm wrestling match but later lost to her in the 2nd AKB48 Sports Festival.

Her hobbies are diverse, including bowling, appreciating Takarazuka Revue performances, watching baseball games, exploring history, and visiting castles. She is an avid fan of the Hanshin Tigers professional baseball team, with her favorite players being Shunsuke Fujikawa and Ken Nishimura. She also enjoys high school baseball and occasionally attends games at Koshien Stadium. In history, her favorite military commander is Akechi Mitsuhide, whom she appreciates for his care for farmers despite his image as a traitor. Her favorite historical figure is British naval admiral Horatio Nelson. Her interest in castles began in junior high after a visit to Kakegawa Castle. She enjoys experiencing the unique atmosphere of each castle and connecting with the feelings of people from those historical periods, citing Matsumoto Castle in Nagano Prefecture as her favorite. Yamamoto also has a unique talent for mimicking castles, a skill she developed after a suggestion from her former groupmate, Momoka Kinoshita.

Her favorite motto is "Kokkaishin" (克己心^Japanese, meaning "self-conquest" or "self-control"), a phrase she first encountered in high school and whose meaning deepened for her as she navigated the challenges of her demanding idol career.

Yamamoto's fashion preference leans towards white shirts, black jackets, and blue leopard-print ribbons and skirts, colors she particularly likes (white, black, navy blue). She enjoys various manga and anime, including *Claymore*, *Cardcaptor Sakura*, *5 Centimeters Per Second*, *Tenjho Tenge*, and *Working!!*. Her favorite food is vegetables in general, but she dislikes cake.

She looks up to Minami Takahashi as a senior she respects and Atsuko Maeda as a senior she admires. She also considers Yuko Oshima a significant role model, describing her as someone invaluable. Yamamoto is nearsighted and wears contact lenses. She was also classmates with Kanae Yoshii (9nine) at the Little Cat music school.

6.2. Family and Relationships

Sayaka Yamamoto maintains close bonds with her family, being the youngest of six children. Her relationship with former NMB48 member Miyuki Watanabe was particularly notable. Their comedic duo, "Sayamilky," was well-known and they often performed stand-up and skits together on variety shows like *Naniwa Nadeshiko* and the *NMB48 Geinin!* series. When asked about Watanabe, Yamamoto stated that Watanabe possessed many qualities she admired. Conversely, Watanabe described Yamamoto as someone she respected deeply, and with whom she felt too comfortable to be anything but genuine. When Watanabe graduated from NMB48 in 2016, the duo released their first and last duet song, "Ima Naraba," with Yamamoto contributing to the composition. Yamamoto is also known for being particularly close to Kei Jonishi, stating that being with her is calming and that Jonishi has a unique quality unlike other members. She has a habit of referring to NMB48 members by their surnames, a personal preference she humorously insisted on, though she often used "Sayaka" or "Sayakatan" when addressing Miyuki Watanabe.

7.1. Solo Works

Sayaka Yamamoto has released several studio albums and singles as a lead artist, showcasing her versatility since her solo debut.

7.2. Releases with 48 Group

Sayaka Yamamoto was a prominent member of both NMB48 and AKB48, participating in numerous singles and albums.

Singles with NMB48

Albums with NMB48

• Teppen Tottande!
  • "Teppen Tottande!" (Center)
  • "12/31" (Center)
  • "Lily" / Team N (Center)
  • "Dazai Osamu wo Yonda Ka?" (Center)
• Sekai no Chuushin wa Osaka ya ~Namba Jichiku~
  • "Ibiza Girl" (Center)
  • ""Seito Techo no Shashin wa Ki ni Haittenai" no Hoshoku" (Center)
  • "Densha wo Oriru" / Team N (Center)
  • "Dakishimetai Kedo" / Solo
• Namba Ai ~Ima Omou Koto~
  • "Masaka Singapore"
  • "Namba Ai"

  Singles with AKB48
  

  Year	No.	Title	Role	Notes
  2011	21	"Everyday, Katyusha"	A-side	First AKB48 single, representing NMB48.
  	22	"Flying Get"	Undergirls, Yasai Sisters	Did not sing on title track; sang on "Dakishimecha Ikenai." Also sang on "Yasai Uranai." Ranked 28th in 2011 General Election.
  	23	"Kaze wa Fuiteiru"	A-side
  	24	"Ue kara Mariko"	B-side	Did not sing on title track; lineup was determined by rock-paper-scissors tournament; Sang on "Noël no Yoru."
  2012	25	"Give Me Five!"	A-side ("Baby Blossom")	Sang as chorus in Baby Blossom.
  	26	"Manatsu no Sounds Good!"	A-side	Also sang on "Gugutasu no Sora"; lineup was determined by popularity of AKB48 group members on Google+.
  	27	"Gingham Check"	Undergirls	Ranked 18th in 2012 General Election. Did not sing on title track; sang on "Nante Bohemian".
  	28	"UZA"	A-side
  	29	"Eien Pressure"	B-side (NMB48)	Did not sing on title track; lineup was determined by rock-paper-scissors tournament. Sang on and centered "HA!" as part of NMB48.
  2013	30	"So Long!"	A-side
  	31	"Sayonara Crawl"	A-side
  	32	"Koi Suru Fortune Cookie"	A-side	Ranked 14th in 2013 General Election. Sang on title track.
  	33	"Heart Electric"	A-side	Sang on title track with English name "Rosanna".
  	34	"Suzukake no Ki no Michi de "Kimi no Hohoemi o Yume ni Miru" to Itte Shimattara Bokutachi no Kankei wa Dō Kawatte Shimau no ka, Bokunari ni Nan-nichi ka Kangaeta Ue de no Yaya Kihazukashii Ketsuron no Yō na Mono"	B-side, NMB48	Did not sing on title track; lineup was determined by rock-paper-scissors tournament. Sang on "Kimi to Deatte Boku wa Kawatta" as part of NMB48 and "Mosh & Dive."
  2014	35	"Mae Shika Mukanee"	A-side
  	36	"Labrador Retriever"	A-side, Team K	Also sang on and centered "Itoshiki Rival" as part of Team K.
  	37	"Kokoro no Placard"	A-side	Ranked 6th in 2014 General Election. Sang on title track.
  	38	"Kibouteki Refrain"	A-side, Team K	Also sang on and centered "Hajimete no Drive" as Team K.
  2015	39	"Green Flash"	A-side, NMB48	Also raps in this song with Minami Takahashi. Also sang on and centered "Punkish" as part of NMB48, and "Majisuka Fight".
  	40	"Bokutachi wa Tatakawanai"	A-side	Also sang on "Kimi no Dai Ni Sho".
  	41	"Halloween Night"	A-side	Ranked 6th in 2015 General Election. Sang on title track. Also sang on "Ippome Ondo," "Yankee Machine Gun," and "Gunzou."
  	42	"Kuchibiru ni Be My Baby"	A-side, Team K, Renacchi Senbatsu	Also sang on and centered "365 Nichi no Kamihikōki," and sang on "Oneesan no Hitorigoto as Team K, "Madonna no Sentaku," and "Senaka Kotoba."
  2016	43	"Kimi wa Melody"	A-side, NMB48	Marked as the 10th Anniversary Single. Also sang on and centered "Shigamitsuita Seishun" as part of NMB48.
  	44	"Tsubasa wa Iranai"	A-side, Team K	Last single as AKB48 concurrent member. Also sang on "Aishū no Trumpeter."
  	45	"LOVE TRIP / Shiawase wo Wakenasai"	A-side	Ranked 4th in 2016 General Election. Sang on title track. Also sang on and centered "Hikari to Kage no Hibi" with Yui Yokoyama.
  	46	"High Tension"	A-side
  2017	47	"Shoot Sign"	A-side, NMB48	Also sang on "Mayonaka no Tsuyogari" as part of NMB48.
  	48	"Negaigoto no Mochigusare"	A-side	Also sang on and centered "Anogoro no Gohyaku Yen Dama."
  	50	"11gatsu no Anklet"	A-side, Dance Senbatsu, Vocal Senbatsu	Also sang on and centered "Yaban na Kyūai," and sang on "Yosōgai no Story."
  2018	51	"Jabaja"	A-side, NMB48	Also sang on "Hetawōtsu" as part of NMB48.
  	52	"Teacher Teacher"	A-side	Last AKB48 single to participate.
  2021	58	"Nemohamo Rumor"	B-side (as graduated member)	Sang on "Hanarete Ite mo" as a graduated member; it was originally released as a digital charity single on June 22, 2020, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  
  
  Albums with AKB48

  • Koko ni Ita Koto
    • "Koko ni Ita Koto"
  • 1830m
    • "Aozora yo Sabishikunai Ka?"
  • Tsugi no Ashiato
    • "10 Krone to Pan" (Center)
  • Koko ga Rhodes da, Koko de Tobe!
    • "Ai no Sonzai"
    • "Conveyor" / Team K
    • "Ai to Kanashimi no Jisa" / Solo
  • 0 to 1 no Aida
    • "Ai no Shisha" / Team K
    • "LOVE ASH" / Duet with Minami Takahashi
  • Thumbnail
    • "Ayamachi" / Duet with Junichi Inagaki
  • Bokutachi wa, Ano Hi no Yoake wo Shitteiru
    • "Kutsuhimo no Musubikata"
    • "Kusaimono Darake" (Center)

    Stage Units with NMB48 and AKB48

    • NMB48 Team N 1st Stage "Dareka no Tame ni" (誰かのために^Japanese)
      • "Bird"
      • "Seifuku ga Jama wo Suru" (制服が邪魔をする^Japanese)
    • NMB48 Team N 2nd Stage "Seishun Girls" (青春ガールズ^Japanese)
      • "Blue rose"
      • "Fushidara na Natsu" (ふしだらな夏^Japanese)
    • NMB48 Team N 3rd Stage "Koko ni Datte Tenshi wa Iru" (ここにだって天使はいる^Japanese)
      • "Yume no Dead Body" (夢のdead body^Japanese) / Solo
      • "Hajimete no Hoshi" (初めての星^Japanese)
      • "100nen Saki Demo" (100年先でも^Japanese)
    • NMB48 Team N 3rd Stage Revival "Koko ni Datte Tenshi wa Iru" (ここにだって天使はいる^Japanese)
      • "Yume no Dead Body" (夢のdead body^Japanese) / Solo
      • "Hajimete no Hoshi" (初めての星^Japanese)
      • "100nen Saki Demo" (100年先でも^Japanese)
    • AKB48 Team K 6th Stage Revival "RESET"
      • "Seifuku Resistance" (制服レジスタンス^Japanese)
    • AKB48 Team K 4th Stage Revival "Saishū Bell ga Naru" (最終ベルが鳴る^Japanese)
      • "Return Match" (リターンマッチ^Japanese)
    • NMB48 Team N 4th Stage "Mokugekisha" (目撃者^Japanese)
      • "10 Krone to Pan" (10クローネとパン^Japanese)

8.1. Live Performances and Tours

Sayaka Yamamoto has extensively toured and performed as a solo artist, headlining several tours and participating in major music festivals.

• Yamamoto Sayaka LIVE TOUR 2016 ~Rainbow~ (November 2-22, 2016)
• forTUNE music presents Yamamoto Sayaka mini LIVE ~after the "Rainbow"~ (January 31, February 2, 2017)
• AbemaTV 1st ANNIVERSARY LIVE (April 14, 2017)
• Yamamoto Sayaka LIVE TOUR 2017 ~identity~ (October 20 - November 22, 2017)
• Yamamoto Sayaka LIVE TOUR 2019 ~I'm ready~ (February 23 - June 2, 2019)
• MTV LIVE PREMIUM: SAYAKA YAMAMOTO (September 5, 2019)
• Yamamoto Sayaka LIVE TOUR 2020 ~α~ (February 22 - August 28, 2020, including livestream performance)
• SAYAKA YAMAMOTO TOUR 2021 ~re~ (September 29 - November 18, 2021)
• SAYAKA YAMAMOTO LIVE 2022 "now" (December 27-29, 2022, 2 performances)
• Sayaka Yamamoto Cure 2023 -Billboard Live Tour- (February 7-21, 2023, 2 performances)
• SAYAKA YAMAMOTO LIVE TOUR 2023 -&- (June 13 - August 3, 2023, 15 performances)
• Sayaka Yamamoto Cure 2024 -Billboard Live Tour- (January 23-30, 2024, 2 performances)
• Sayaka Yamamoto Hall Tour 2024 -RGB- (March 15-23, 2024, 2 performances)
• Sayaka Yamamoto Asia Tour 2024 - 彩 - (May 24 - June 2, 2024, 4 performances in 3 cities: Guangzhou, Shanghai, Taipei)
• Sayaka Yamamoto Acoustic Tour 2024 "Organic" (September 4 - October 4, 2024, 8 performances)
• Yamamoto Sayaka x Live Natalie Zepp TOUR "SYnergy" (November 19-29, 2024, 3 performances)
• SAYAKA YAMAMOTO NO MAKE TOUR 2025 (January 31 - March 9, 2025, 11 performances)

She has also participated in various music festivals:

• The best covers of DREAMS COME TRUE DoriUta Fes 2017 in Osaka Maishima (July 8, 2017)
• METROCK (May 20, May 27, 2018; May 18, May 25, 2019)
• XFLAG presents Tsuta Rock Fes 2019 supported by T Point (March 30, 2019)
• Hibiya Ongakusai (June 1, 2019)
• Ohara☆Break (August 9, 2019 - Cancelled due to typhoon)
• ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL 2019 (August 10, 2019)
• MONSTER baSH 2019 (August 25, 2019)
• Munakata Fes ~Fukutsu Koinoura~ 2019 (September 22, 2019 - Cancelled due to typhoon)
• Osaka Bunka Geijutsu Fes presents OSAKA GENKi PARK (October 10, 2020)
• COUNTDOWN JAPAN 20/21 (December 29, 2020 - Cancelled)
• Warai Mirai Fes 2021~Road to EXPO 2025~ (September 26, 2021 - Cancelled)
• Ohara☆Break '21 Aki mini (October 3, 2021)
• Nagasaki MICE EXPO Dejima Messe Nagasaki Birthday Live! ~ acoustic set ~ (October 9, 2021)
• Chillin' Vibes 2022 (October 16, 2022)
• SANUKI ROCK COLOSSEUM 2023 (March 19, 2023)
• MONSTER baSH 2023 (August 19-20, 2023)
• UNI9UE PARK'23 (October 8, 2023)
• Munakata Fes 2023 (November 4, 2023)
• UNI9UE PARK'24 (October 13, 2024)

8.2. Television and Film

Sayaka Yamamoto has appeared in various television programs, including variety shows and dramas, as well as several films and documentaries.

8.3. Radio and Web Content

Sayaka Yamamoto has hosted and appeared on several radio programs and engaged with fans through web-based platforms.

8.4. Commercials and Endorsements

Yamamoto has been featured in several commercials and served as a brand ambassador.

• H.I.S. Hatsuyume Fair (December 28, 2013 - , H.I.S.)
• Panasonic Eco Solutions Company (March 24, 2014 - ) - various Panasonic products (Arauno, LED, Blook, Home renovation)
• JT "Hitoiki Tsukinagara" campaign (July 4, 2014 - October 27, 2018) - various versions (A Capella, photo collection, short film, duet with Nobuyuki Tsujii)
• Takeda Pharmaceutical Company (June 15, 2015 - ) - Alinamin7 / Alinamin Zero7 (various campaigns and web-exclusive content)
• NHK Year-end Charity / NHK Overseas Charity (November - December 2015, NHK)
• Alpen SPORTS DEPO
  • "#PLAYBLACK ~adidas BLACK collection~" image character (October 11, 2019 - )
  • 2020 Spring/Summer "#PLAYCASUAL" image character (March 13, 2020 - )
• MOS Burger
  • Manhattan Clam Chili Roast Cutlet "Ganbaru Ano Hito-hen" (September 17, 2020 - )
• Dr.Ci:Labo
  • VC100 Essence Lotion EX "Sono Tsuyaya, Clinic ka, VC100 ka-hen" (March 4, 2024 - ) - Brand Ambassador
  • Medicinal Aqua Collagen Gel Enrich Wrinkle Repair "Yakuyō Enrich Wrinkle Repair Zen-gan Bihada-hen" (September 1, 2024 - )
• Mizuno Bukatsuoen Sengen! Campaign (March 11, 2014 - February 2017, Mizuno) - Club Activity Support Manager
• Hanshin Tigers TORACO Supporter (February 12, 2016 - )
• Sharp Membership Ambassador (September 2017 - )
• Music Video: "Baito no Chi Deai Tokidoki Koi" by Yuriyan Retriever with Sayaka Yamamoto & Akari Yoshida music by Tofubeats (2018, Townwork)

8.5. Stage Play

• Yoshimoto Kogyo 100th Anniversary Performance: Yoshimoto Hyakunen Monogatari May Performance "Kimi to Boku kara Hajimatta" (June 4, 2012, Namba Grand Kagetsu)

9.1. Essay Books

• Subete no Riyuu (すべての理由^Japanese, All the Reasons) (March 29, 2017, Gentosha)

9.2. Photobooks

• Saya Gami (さや神^Japanese, Sayagami) (November 21, 2012, Shueisha)
• SY (February 10, 2015, Yoshimoto Books)
• Minna no Yamamoto Sayaka (みんなの山本彩^Japanese, Everyone's Sayaka Yamamoto) (January 8, 2016, Yoshimoto Books)

9.3. Magazines and Newspaper Columns

• Smart (October 24, 2012 - present, Takarajimasha)
  • "My Happy Starting" (October 24, 2012 - January 25, 2019)
  • "Yamamoto Sayaka no Kyō, Nani Shiteru?" (山本 彩の今日、何してる？^Japanese, Sayaka Yamamoto: What Are You Doing Today?) (February 25, 2019 - present)
• Tarzan (August 20, 2015 - July 6, 2017, Magazine House) - "Saya Kintore 48" (さや筋トレ48^Japanese, Sayaka Muscle Training 48)
• Skream! (September 3, 2018 - November 2019, Geki-Rock Entertainment) - "Yamamoto Sayaka no Ongaku-zuke" (山本 彩の音楽漬け^Japanese, Sayaka Yamamoto's Music Immersion)