The 5th annual Parcassio Bikyaku Taisho was held on Tuesday. The awards, sponsored by Kuraray's leather brand Parcassio, recognize female celebrities for their beautiful legs.

In the twenties category, the award went to actress Maki Tamaru, who happened to be celebrating her 29th birthday. Singer Alisa Mizuki won in the thirties category, while actress Kumiko Akiyoshi took the prize for the forty and older category. The last award, in the sports category, was given to former synchronized swimmer Miho Takeda.