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Mrs International Pageant
July 23rd and 24th , 2026
IN Chicago (Skokie), Illinois
Yuriko
1. Which celebrity do you think you look like?
My stage name is Liz because it is also the name of my cosmetics brand. I was inspired by Elizabeth Taylor, one of my favorite actresses. I first saw her in Gone with the Wind, a film set in the American South. I admire her graceful beauty and inner strength. More than that, I was deeply moved by her work founding the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation. I hope to live like her—strong, beautiful, and committed to making a meaningful contribution to the world.
2. Which do your prefer? Talking on the phone or texting?
I would love to attend Tom Cruise’s wedding. I truly admire him.
Even in his 60s, he continues to perform actively and earned praise for doing all his own stunts in Top Gun: Maverick (2022). He has openly shared his struggle with dyslexia and overcame it with support. I respect how he uses his talent while working hard to overcome challenges. I hope to follow his example of strength and determination.
3. What’s something you only do when you get bored?
The strangest gift I’ve ever received was 20 live shrimp from relatives on New Year’s. They came in a fancy wooden box filled with sawdust.
Taking them out was chaotic—they were still lively, jumping all over the place and scattering sawdust around the house. It was a real struggle to catch them. They were certainly delicious when boiled fresh, but as a gift… It was the weirdest.
4. Are you overly loyal to any clothing brands?
An interesting fact I know is about Oiwa Shrine in Ibaraki, Japan.
Apollo 14 astronaut Edgar Mitchell once saw a mysterious bright light from space, and when the coordinates were checked, they matched the exact location of the shrine. It is said that Japanese astronaut Chiaki Mukai also saw the same light from space. The site, Mount Oiwa, is now known for its powerful spiritual energy. Whenever I need special strength, I make sure to visit there.
5. What is the biggest risk you have ever taken?
Something I’ve decided never to do again is childbirth and parenting.
Giving birth was the most powerful and precious experience of my life—using my body and mind to their fullest to create life. Raising my children with love, time, and energy brought me true happiness. They are my greatest treasures, and because of that, I feel that once is enough in this one, special life.
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