スクール・メイツ

School Mates (スクール・メイツ, Sukūru Meitsu) is an entertainment group originating from Watanabe Production. Established in 1963, School Mates were made up of a revolving group of students from the Tokyo College of Music, in which the female members are known for their American style cheerleader outfits, pom-poms and dance routines. School Mates have backed up performers on Fuji TV music programs and have sang chorus on dozens of records since their inceptions. The female group キャンディーズ were once members of School Mates. School Mates are currently still active.