Suitable for those curious about the girls that populate Japan's pop culture, this book takes the reader beyond the realm of everyday schoolgirls to discover the secrets behind this iconic creature. By talking to Japanese women including J-pop idols, and well known actresses, it discovers the history behind Japan's obsession with schoolgirls. Japanese Schoolgirl Confidential', is a must for anyone curious about the girls that populate Japan's pop culture. For years schoolgirls have shown up in internationally popular anime such as 'Sailor Moon', 'The Melancholy of Haruhi'