Ai Shinozaki is one of Japan's most popular pin-ups » 6/01/12 4:30am 6/01/12 4:30am. Like so many young Japanese idols, she's released photo books and DVDs of her prancing about in swimwear on some exotic beach. She's also paid her dues by appearing in swimwear (of course!) at fan meet-and-greet events in Tokyo geek paradise, Akihabara.