POPEYE January 2026 Issue Vol.945 Girlfriend '26 Special Cover: Natsuki Deguchi

POPEYE January 2026 issue: Girlfriend '26 Special (Cover: Natsuki Deguchi)

The popular Japanese men's fashion magazine *POPEYE* is about to celebrate its 50th anniversary. As the first issue to commemorate the year 2026, this issue returns to its roots, inspired by Popeye's most beloved girlfriend, Olive, and presents its annual winter tradition, the "Girlfriend '26" special. The cover features popular actress Natsuki Deguchi.

Key content of this issue

1. Winter Bucket List '25~'26
A list of "20 things to do together this winter" tailored for couples. Based on the personal experiences of 10 real couples, it offers romantic date suggestions that are fresh and exciting from morning to night.

2. EAT-UP GUIDE for DATE (Dating Food Guide)
This dating restaurant guide, supervised by renowned food essayist Sakiko Hirano, selects the perfect restaurants for a satisfying and enjoyable date for two.

3. Exclusive Date Photo Project
It includes date-themed photos of several popular actresses, including Natsuki Deguchi's winter art museum date, Juri Uesaka's famous painting theater date, and Anji Ikehata's morning coffee time.

4. 50 Years of Girlfriend Special
It includes a special feature reviewing the history and evolution of the "Girlfriend Special" in POPEYE magazine over the past 50 years.

Magazine name: POPEYE (ポパイ) January 2026 issue
Special theme: Girlfriend '26
Cover star: Natsuki Deguchi
Publisher: Magazine House
Release Date: December 9, 2025