Wasuta was announced on March 29th last year, and it is known as a digital native generation idol that focuses their activity to the world. Wasuta is an abbreviation for “The World Standard.” They spread the KAWAII Japanese idol culture throughout the world using social networking and idol activities! They are almost having their one-year anniversary, so this time we interviewed Nanase Hirokawa (a.k.a Nanasenu) and Hazuki Sakamoto (a.k.a Hazuking) about their feelings now.
――MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON is a site that delivers information about the Harajuku culture to overseas, but do you guys often go to Harajuku?
Hirokawa: Yes, a lot! I always go there once a week. When I hang around with my members or my friends, I often go to Harajuku.
————Do you have any recommended places in Harajuku?
Hirokawa: Hmmmmm…I don’t really decide the final destination beforehand. If I see a shop that is cute, I stop at that place, so I attend to many different places. Every time, I find something new, so it’s really fun. At shops in Takeshita Street, there are many pastel coloured clothes, and it’s really cheap. I often go to La Foret as well, which is beyond the Takeshita Street.
――Are you interested in any Japanese trend? It doesn’t have to be clothes.
Hirokawa: I’m interested in Japanese Kawaii things. In overseas, for example sushi is incorporated into cute goods, so it’s interesting. I personally like Mount Fuji, so I have a Mount Fuji cushion at home. If I see things that are original and pretty, I end up buying it.
――Sakamoto, how about you?
Sakamoto: I’m interested in the bobby pin that has grass and flower on it. It was popular in China, but I forgot the name. I saw it in many shops in Harajuku, and the girls around me were saying, “This is so cute!”Then, I realized it is on trend now.
――Apparently, it’s called Douyafa (flower sprouts).
Hasekawa: Yeah! It’s really cheap as well.
Sakamoto: Affordable price!
Hasekawa: Also, aren’t French goods really cute? There are many shops which sell French goods, and it’s fun to look at it. The uses of colours are really cute.
――True, they are cute. Have you ever been abroad?
Hasekawa: No. To be honest, I never went out of Japan.
Sakamoto: There was a study abroad experience at my school, so I went to New Zealand for three weeks. At my homestay, I couldn’t speak any English, but the host family spoke to me in English so quickly that I repeated “one more” many times.
――How was the life in New Zealand?
Sakamoto: In the morning, there was school, but in the afternoon I was free, so I went sightseeing quite a lot. At my homestay, there were two primary school children, but they were out in the afternoon, so the mum in the host family told me, “Go out with your friends.” That’s why I rode on the train and went to different places.
――What was different from Japan?
Sakamoto: The portion of the food was a lot! When I ate an ice cream with my friend, every one was hungry, so we ordered a triple ice cream. However, it wasn’t a Japanese size, so it was too much. At the end, we shared it, but each amount was extreme.
――Which country do you want to perform in the future?
Hasekawa: There are 5 members in the group, and every one is learning a foreign language. Ririka Kodama and I are learning English, Sakamoto is learning French, Naruka Mishi is learning Korean, and Miri Matsuda is learning Chinese. As you can see, every one is learning a different language, so we want to go to a country that can utilize the skills.
――In the blog, you write about the French lesson.
Sakamoto: In my high school, there’s a French lesson, and I have it for one hour per week, so in Wa-suta I study French.
Hasekawa: For me, I study English, and it was one of the school subjects that I was good at, so I chose it.
――Do you want to go to any other country?
Hasekawa: Personally, I want to go to Taiwan. It’s near, but I think it is a place that penetrates Japanese culture. Also, I’m interested in Los Angeles.
Sakamoto: I want to go to England. I like the British flag. It’s really cool.
————What kind of stage do you want to do abroad?
Hasekawa: For the songs for Wa-suta, we include different kinds of music from the world. For example, there are disco, latin, jazz, and country. For each song, there are different ways to entertain people, so we try to show it cool, beautifully, etc. depending on the song.
Sakamoto: In the one-man live in March, we have our dance part for the first time, each member’s solo, the dance scene with every one, and an atmosphere that is a bit different from usual, so we want to challenge in many things in the future live performances.
――What do you want to achieve in Wasuta this year?
Hasegawa: We will have our first regular performance on March 29th, and I hope we can do it abroad once. (After the interview, performance at Shanghai was decided on June 4th). It will be difficult, but I want to go abroad with the Japanese fans, and enjoy together.
Sakamoto: I hope many people will come to see Wasuta in 2016, and get invited by many events. I want to do many live performances.
Hasegawa: I want people to know our name Wasuta, at least.
――I think there will definitely be a Wasuta boom this year.
Hasegawa: Really? Our group was announced recently, so the fans remembered our group as “worst” instead of “Wasuta” at first. In Twitter, people called as “worst, worst”.
Sakamoto: We won’t name our group name as that. (laugh)
――Lastly, please give us a message to the fans abroad.
Hasegawa: Yes! Wasuta is an abbreviation for “The World Standard.” In our group name, there’s “World”, but we never went abroad. In the future, we would like to go to different countries and meet as many people as possible, so please visit our live performances.
Sakamoto: It’s only our 1-year anniversary soon, but I hope we can go to lots of foreign countries. If we have the opportunity to go abroad, we would like to see many people, so please check out our group!
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Wasuta official WEB site http://wa-suta.world/
Interview: Sahori Momo Words: Naoko Sugita (SHUTTER)
Photo: Atsushi Yamada
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KAWAII LAB.’s New Program ‘KAWAII LAB.’s Road to Being Super KAWAII’ Begins, KAWAII LAB. to Hold 3rd Anniversary Performance
Idol project KAWAII LAB. kicked off its new program, KAWAII LAB’s Road to Being Super KAWAII, on TV Asahi’s official YouTube channel ‘Douga, Hajimetemimashita.’
KAWAII LAB. groups FRUITS ZIPPER, CANDY TUNE, SWEET STEADY, and CUTIE STREET will participate in the program, featuring projects that transcend group boundaries. In addition, a special third anniversary performance, KAWAII LAB. 3rd Anniversary Special LIVE ‘Watashitachino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro,’ will take place on February 22, 2025 at K Arena Yokoyama. All KAWAII LAB. groups will perform, including a mixed unit performance exclusively for the event. Tickets are now available for pre-order.
A collaboration cafe will be held at the EX Garden Cafe in the atrium on the first floor of TV Asahi’s headquarters from November 14 until December 26 to celebrate the start of the new program and the KAWAII LAB. special live performance at K Arena Yokohama. Visitors can enjoy food and drinks inspired by each group in the decorated restaurant, and original goods will also be available.
[Member Comments]
FRUITS ZIPPER: Yui Sakurai
“I’m so happy to start a new program with all of KAWAII LAB. We’ll keep updating ourselves to become super KAWAII! We hope to make this a weekly program that everyone who watches will enjoy.”CANDY TUNE: Nanako Ogawa
“When I heard about this project for the first time, I was happy & surprised! Every member of KAWAII LAB is so charming, and I hope that we can convey that through this program. I want to do my best so that everyone who watches this program will love it!”SWEET STEADY: Nagisa Shoji
“I’m very happy and looking forward to the start of this new program! I haven’t been able to talk a lot with members from other groups yet, so I’ll be happy to take part in a lot of girl’s talk on this show. I’ll do my best to make sure everyone enjoys the show!”CUTIE STREET: Emiru Kawamoto
“I’m nervous about starting this new program, but I want to make it something that will cheer up the people watching! We had a lot of fun and laughed so much during the first recording, so we’ll be sure to bring smiles to everyone’s faces.”
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Title: KAWAII LAB’s Road to Being Super KAWAII (KAWAII LAB. no Chou Kawaii he no Michi)
Where to Watch: TV Asahi’s Official YouTube channel ‘Douga, Hajimetemimashita’
Airing: Tuesdays at 18:00
URL: https://youtu.be/t3GSdL9njZY<Performance Information>
KAWAII LAB. 3rd Anniversary Special LIVE ‘Watashitachino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro’
Date: February 22, 2025
Time: Doors open 13:00 / Show starts 15:00
Venue: K Arena Yokohama (Kanagawa Prefecture)Tickets: Favorite Member Ticket *with bonus limited edition goods: ￥15,000 (Tax Included) General Ticket: ￥8,000 (Tax Included)
Details: https://kawaiilab.asobisystem.com/
<Collaboration Cafe Information>
Collaboration Period: November 14 – December 26, 2024
Venue: TV Asahi Headquarters 1st Floor Atrium – EX Garden Cafe (Tokyo)
Details: https://kawaiilab.asobisystem.com/news/detail/35577
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The new program Okashi Mogumogu will begin airing on October 24 on CBC TV, and the members of CANDY TUNE will appear regularly as MCs.
The music variety show will highlight the lyrics of guest artists’ songs and delve deeply into them through conversation. CANDY TUNE members will also travel to various regions around the country to listen to the favorite lyrics of people they meet. In the first installment, Kotomi Tachibana and Nanako Ogawa will visit Takayama in Gifu.
[Comments from First Episode’s Starring Members]
Mizuki Kirihara (Episode 1 MC)
“We had a guest artist on the program and heard their story behind the creation of their music and their interpretation of their lyrics. It was so fun to get a glimpse into the songwriter’s mind!”Rino Fukuyama (Episode 1 MC)
“After recording Episodes 1 and 2, I was surprised to see that each guest artist wrote lyrics from a completely different vector! As I began my talk as the MC, it was such a wonderful thing to experience the virtues of the artists and their lyrics.”Kotomi Tachibana (On Location)
“I’m often called the shyest member, so I was super nervous to just talk to people I’d never met before on the street in a new town. As I listened to the favorite lyrics of the people I met, I discovered that some were ones I knew, while others didn’t seem to fit with the person’s character. So many unique experiences!”Nanako Ogawa (On Location)
“No music, no life! I listen to a lot of music, so I really enjoyed this opportunity to shoot on location! As I listened to people’s favorite lyrics, I thought to myself “I wonder if they live each day with those lyrics in their heart,” and I got very emotional!”
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Okashi Mogumogu
Premiere Date: Airing for 9 consecutive weeks starting October 24, 2024
Time: Thursdays at 24:58
Where to Watch: CBC TV (Tokai Area/Aichi, Gifu, Mie)
Streaming: TVer, Locipo (Streaming at noon the day after the initial broadcast) -
Idol group CUTIE STREET, which debuted this August, held its first solo concert CUTIE STREET Solo Live – 01 STREET – at Tokyo Hulic Hall on October 7, 2024.
CUTIE STREET is composed of eight members: Risa Furusawa, Aika Sano, Kana Itakura, Ayano Masuda, Emiru Kawamoto, Miyu Umeda, Nagisa Manabe, and Haruka Sakuraba. The girls made their debut as part of ASOBISYSTEM’s KAWAII LAB. idol project in Summer 2024, with the group’s concept being “KAWAII MAKER.” The eight members are all different ages and come from different backgrounds, and they aim to transmit KAWAII from Harajuku to the world.
This solo performance was held about two months after the girls made their stage debut. Tickets were sold out and many fans came to the venue way before the show, eager to see the girls perform on their big day.
As the Overture played, the members appeared on stage one after another, with the audience erupting with shouts of joy. Their first song performed solo was Devoted Cinderella! Despite clearly being nervous, the girls continued to smile, performing earnestly like princesses in a fairy tale.
After the song, the eight members greeted the fans gathered at the venue. Adorably, each girl introduced herself and announced what they had eaten for breakfast that day. “I’m so happy to see so many people here,” Manabe said. “I hope that even more people will come to love CUTIE STREET!”
The second song performed was Can’t We Just Be Cute? ~Kawaii Dakejya Damedesuka? The track is getting rave reviews and recently ranked first in the ‘TikTok Popular Songs Ranking 50.’ The song is scheduled to be released via CD on November 13 and features a catchy pop melody and fun dialogue and phrases from the members. The performance was open to video recording, and the eight too-cute performers can be seen on TikTok and other social networking sites.
Following this, the group covered the song Nantene! by SWEET STEADY, another idol group belonging to the same label. They performed to the best of their ability, utilizing a different kind of charm than their seniors. The girls also showed off their diverse talents filled with unlimited potential, with Unlock My Heart, a cool song with a rock-style melody, and daylight, an emotional song with a fast pace. CUTIE STREET also performed the new song Happy World! for the first time, showing off choreography filled with fist-pumping and energy. The audience couldn’t help but smile, and the entire venue was filled to the brim with happiness.
The final part of the concert began with Hello Hello Mirai as Furusawa called out to the audience. “Are you ready to wave your penlights?” Penlights displaying the girl’s member colors twinkled like a starry sky throughout the venue. The light shone as if it was congratulating the girls on their future lives as idols. Lastly, the group performed their popular song Can’t We Just Be Cute? ~Kawaii Dakejya Damedesuka? one more time, with the girls charming the audience with their extreme cuteness.
CUTIE STREET announced a solo performance to commemorate the CD release of their first single, Can’t We Just Be Cute? ~Kawaii Dakejya Damedesuka?, would be held at Hulic Hall Tokyo on November 13, with a second solo performance scheduled for December 5. The surprises did not end there, as the group also told fans that on October 16, they would release the music video for the song, getting the audience more excited. A teaser for the music video has already been revealed.
The eight idols have continued to grow at a rapid pace since their debut, and no one knows what the future holds. After seeing such an engaging solo performance, fans are excited to see what’s in store, as CUTIE STREET’s journey has only just begun.
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■ CUTIE STREET 1st Single Can’t We Just Be Cute? ~Kawaii Dakejya Damedesuka? Release Event Concert
Venue: Hulic Hall Tokyo
Date: November 13, 2024 / Doors open 17:00, Show starts 18:00
Performer: CUTIE STREET
Details: https://cutiestreet.asobisystem.com/news/detail/33870FC Pre-sale tickets available: October 7, 2024 at 19:30 ~ October 14 at 23:59
Buy FC Pre-sale tickets here: https://cutiestreet.asobisystem.com/feature/18ae997ce3951467e7cb992a982a23fa[Tickets]
Reserved Front Seats: ¥6,000 (Tax Included, Drinks not included)
*Exclusively for CUTIE STREET FC
*Limit 2 per person
General Reserved Seats: ¥3,000 (Tax included, Drinks not included)
*Limit 4 per person*No admission for preschool-aged children.
*No resale for commercial purposes
*No recording/photography in the venue.
There is a possibility of baggage inspection upon entry.
*Identification will be required at the entrance on the day of the event. No one will be allowed to enter the venue other than the person himself/herself for any reason. Accompanying persons must come with the person who purchased the ticket. Please have identification documents ready for the accompanying person.■CUTIE STREET Solo LIVE -02 STREET-
Venue: Hulic Hall Tokyo
Date: December 5, 2024 / Doors open 17:00, Show starts 18:00<Release Information>
Can’t We Just Be Cute? ~Kawaii Dakejya Damedesuka? – CUTIE STREET (1st Single CD)
Release Date: November 13, 2024
Preorder URL: https://lnk.to/Just_kawaii_CD
Details: https://cutiestreet.asobisystem.com/news/detail/32526Limited First Edition [CD+Booklet] (KLC-90001 / ¥3,000 Including Tax)
Luxury Booklet / Fave Member Jacket A (All member version)
M1. Can’t We Just Be Cute? ~Kawaii Dakejya Damedesuka?
M2. Hello Hello Future
M3. Devoted Cinderella!
M4. Unlock My HeartCUTIE STREET Edition [CD only] (KLC-90002 / ¥1,800 Including Tax)
Fave Member Jacket B (All member version)
M1. Can’t We Just Be Cute? ~Kawaii Dakejya Damedesuka?
M2. Hello Hello Future
M3. daylightStandard Edition [CD only] (KLC-90003 / ¥1,200 Including Tax)
M1. Can’t We Just Be Cute? ~Kawaii Dakejya Damedesuka?
M2. Hello Hello Future
M3. Devoted Cinderella![Store Bonuses]
■Amazon.co.jp
Limited First Edition / CUTIE STREET Edition / Standard Edition: Mega Jacket (JK Image for each format)■TOWER RECORDS (Including online store / Participating locations only)
・Limited First Edition: Haruka Sakuraba Digitally Signed A4 Poster
・CUTIE STREET Edition / Standard Edition: Haruka Sakuraba Snapshot (1 random photo chosen from 5 varieties)■HMV (Including online store / Participating locations only)
・Limited First Edition: Risa Furusawa Digitally Signed A4 Poster
・CUTIE STREET Edition / Standard Edition: Risa Furusawa Snapshot (1 random photo chosen from 5 varieties)■TSUTAYA RECORDS (Including online store / Participating locations only)
・Limited First Edition: Aika Sano Digitally Signed A4 Poster
・CUTIE STREET Edition / Standard Edition: Aika Sano Snapshot (1 random photo chosen from 5 varieties)■Rakuten Books
・Limited First Edition: Ayano Masuda Digitally Signed A4 Poster
・CUTIE STREET Edition / Standard Edition: Ayano Masuda Snapshot (1 random photo chosen from 5 varieties)■Neowing
・Limited First Edition: Miyu Umeda Digitally Signed A4 Poster
・CUTIE STREET Edition / Standard Edition: Miyu Umeda Snapshot (1 random photo chosen from 5 varieties)■Seven Net Shopping
・Limited First Edition: Emiru Kawamoto Digitally Signed A4 Poster
・CUTIE STREET Edition / Standard Edition: Emiru Kawamoto Snapshot (1 random photo chosen from 5 varieties)■Joshin (Including Joshin web shop)
・Limited First Edition: Kana Itakura Digitally Signed A4 Poster
・CUTIE STREET Edition / Standard Edition: Kana Itakura Snapshot (1 random photo chosen from 5 varieties)■Sony Music Shop
・Limited First Edition: Nagisa Manabe Digitally Signed A4 Poster
・CUTIE STREET Edition / Standard Edition: Nagisa Manabe Snapshot (1 random photo chosen from 5 varieties)■Bonuses available at all shops
・Limited First Edition: Digitally Signed A4 Poster featuring All Members
・CUTIE STREET Edition / Standard Edition: Group Snapshot (1 random photo chosen from 5 varieties)
*Participating stores will be announced soon.
*All bonuses are only available while supplies last.<Release Event Details>
September 21, 2024 (Saitama) AEON LAKE TOWN MORI
September 22, 2024 (Tokyo) LaLaport Tachikawa Tachihi 2F Event Space
September 28, 2024 (Aichi) LaLaport Nagoya Minato AQULS Outdoor Event Space
September 29, 2024 (Osaka) Morinomiya Q’s MALL BASE 1F BASE Park
October 11, 2024 (Online) Details to be announced.
October 12, 2024 (Tokyo) Shiodome City Center Underground Walkway, Special Stage
October 15, 2024 (Hokkaido) RaSORa Sapporo A Town 1F Event Court
October 19, 2024 (Osaka) Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Umeda
October 22, 2024 (Online) Details to be announced.
October 26, 2024 (Tokyo) Location to be decided.
October 27, 2024 (Fukuoka) CANAL CITY HAKATA B1F Sun Plaza Stage *Only certain members participating.
November 2, 2024 (Tokyo) Tower Records Shibuya B1F CUTUP STUDIO
November 4, 2024 (Chiba) AEON MALL Makuhari New City Grand Mall 1F Grand Square
November 9, 2024 (Tokyo) Kameido Clock 1F Stage (Outdoor South Side Plaza)
November 10, 2024 (Tokyo) Tower Records -LaLaport Tokyo Bay- Center Stage
November 13, 2024 (Tokyo) Hulic Hall Tokyo
November 15, 2024 (Online) Details to be announced.
November 16, 2024 (Chiba) Seven Park Ario Kashiwa Outdoor Smile Park
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CUTIE STREET Releases 1st Single ‘Can’t We Just Be Cute? ~Kawaii Dakejya Damedesuka?~,’ Single CD Release and Solo Concert Planned
CUTIE STREET, a new idol group that debuted in August, released its first digital single, Can’t We Just Be Cute? ~Kawaii Dakejya Damedesuka?~, on September 9. The group’s first single CD will also be released on November 13.
The group will perform at Hulic Hall Tokyo on October 7 and hold its first solo concert at Toyosu PIT on February 2, 2025.
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<Song Release Information>
Can’t We Just Be Cute? ~Kawaii Dakejya Damedesuka?~ – CUTIE STREET (1st Digital Single)
Release Date: September 9, 2024
Streaming URL: https://kawaiilab.lnk.to/KawaiiDakejyaDamedesuka<CD Release Details>
Can’t We Just Be Cute? ~Kawaii Dakejya Damedesuka?~ – CUTIE STREET (1st Single CD)
Release Date: November 13, 2024Limited First Edition [CD+Booklet] (KLC-90001) – ¥3,000 (Tax Included)
CUTIE STREET Edition [CD only] (KLC-90002) – ¥1,800 (Tax Included)
Standard Edition [CD only] (KLC-90003) – ¥1,200 (Tax Included)
CD Preorders: https://lnk.to/Just_kawaii_CD
CD Details [Special Features/Track Lists]:
https://cutiestreet.asobisystem.com/news/detail/32526Release Event Details: https://cutiestreet.asobisystem.com/news/detail/32526
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On June 26, FRUITS ZIPPER held a one-man live performance at the “Sayonara Nakano Sunplaza Music Festival,” marking the culmination of Nakano Sunplaza’s rich history as it undergoes a fresh transformation in honor of its 50th anniversary this year.
With the opening SE playing, laser beams filled the venue, creating an atmosphere brimming with anticipation as the live performance kicked off with “Sekaiwa Kimikara Hajimaru.” Popular upbeat songs like “Kanpeki Shugide☆,” “Cho Medetai Song – Konnani Shiawasede Iinokana?-” and “Fure Furu Summer!” followed, captivating the audience from the beginning and keeping the excitement alive.
During the MC segment, it was announced that their hit song “Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro,” which garnered a staggering 800 million views on TikTok and surpassed 12 million views on the music video since its digital release last year, would be released as the group’s first-ever CD single in this September. The announcement of the release consisting of a first-press limited edition, regular edition, and member edition featuring solo jacket designs for each member, heightened the excitement of the audience even further. With smiles on their faces, the group delivered an outstanding performance of all 14 songs, bringing the live show to a close.
As the encore calls echoed through the venue, a sudden news program-style video began playing on the screen, and the expressions of the members reflected a sense of nervousness. Within the homage-like footage resembling the moment of the Olympic host city announcement, it was revealed that the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium had been chosen as the venue for the grand finale of their nationwide tour in this fall. Suzuka Chinzei expressed, “Having the opportunity to perform in such a large venue in our second year since debut is an amazing challenge, and we were able to make this decision because of all of you being here. We will train together as a group leading up to this day, so please stay excited!” The audience responded with warm applause to her heartfelt words.
During the encore, they unveiled their new song “Pure In the World,” which is sure to become a new staple that energizes their live performances. The song was produced by Tamaya2060% from Wienners. At the finale of the event, which was filled with “super celebratory” announcements for both fans and members, they performed “Cho Medetai Song -Konnani Shiawasede Iinokana-?” once again. The audience joined in with loud handclaps and responded to Luna Nakagawa’s shout of “FRUITS ZIPPER Arena Live Show!” with chants of “Congratulations!” The entire venue came together as one, closing the curtain on a memorable night.
FRUITS ZIPPER will kick off their first nationwide tour in September. The pre-sale of tickets for the tour finale at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium has begun and will run until July 3.
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[Tour Information]
FRUITS ZIPPER JAPAN TOUR 2023 -AUTUMN- TOUR FINAL
Date: October 28, 2023
Venue: Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium
Time: Doors 16:00/ Starts 17:30
*Please note that there will be no meet-and-greet session on the day.[Ticket Information]
-VIP Standing: ¥16,500 (Tax included) *Exclusive to FC members / Up to 2 tickets per application.
-General Arena Reserved Seat: ¥8,000 (Tax included) *Up to 4 tickets per application.
-Reserved Stand Seat: ¥5,500 (Tax included) *Up to 4 tickets per application.▼VIP Ticket Benefits
-Reserved seating in the front section.
– Commemorative merch gift.
-Original electronic ticket.[Ticket Pre-Sale Information]
KAWAII LAB. OFFICIAL FANCLUB
Application Period: 6/26 at 21:00 – 7/3 at 23:59
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Application Period: 6/26 at 21:00 – 7/3 at 23:59
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FRUITS ZIPPER 1st Single CD “Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro”
Release Date: September 13, 2023[Editions]
Limited Edition [CD]: ¥3,000 (Tax included)
Regular Edition [CD]: ¥1,200 (Tax included)
Member Edition [CD/7 versions]: ¥1,200 (Tax included)[Specifications/Tracklist]
■ Limited Edition (The Cutest Packaging)
Tracklist:
M1. Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro
M2. Pure In the World
M3. Zutto, zutto, zutto!
M4. Cho Medetai Song -Konnani Shiawasede Iinokana?-
Bonus: Music Video DVD■Member Editions (Member Solo Jacket)
Tracklist:
M1. Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro
M2. Pure In the World
M3. Limited Edition Songs for Each Member Edition *
M4. Cho Medetai Song -Konnani Shiawasede Iinokana?-*
Suzuka Chinzei Edition: “skyfeelan”
Luna Nakagawa Edition: “Kanpeki Shugide☆”
Amane Tsukiashi Edition: “Re→TRY & FLY”
Karen Matsumoto Edition: “Happy Chocolate”
Noel Hayase Edition: “RADIO GALAXY”
Yui Sakurai Edition: “Sekaiwa Kimikara Hajimaru”
Mana Manaka Edition: “Furefuru Summer!”The schedule for in-store events will be announced on FRUITS ZIPPER’s official SNS channels.
■Regular Edition
Tracklist:
M1. Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro
M2. Pure In the World
M3. Cho Medetai Song -Konnani Shiawasede Iinokana?-
M4. Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro (Instrumental)
M5. Pure In the World (Instrumental)
M6. Cho Medetai Song -Konnani Shiawasede Iinokana?- (Instrumental) -
On May 31, the idol group IDOLATER released its 11th single, Aimai Silhouette.
Unlike the group’s more mature love songs released in the past, this new track is packed with cuteness and a fresh sound.
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Aimai Silhouette – IDOLATER (Digital Single)
Release Date: May 31, 2023
Streaming URL: https://kawaiilab.lnk.to/aimaisilhouette
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The NFT project City Pop TOKYO is inspired, fittingly, by City Pop, a music genre from Japan that is immensely popular worldwide, particularly among Gen Z. Now, the project is collaborating with the incredibly popular idol group FRUITS ZIPPER!
Starting at the end of April, Legendary NFTs inspired by the members of FRUITS ZIPPER will be released sequentially as part of the City Pop TOKYO NFT collection. These collaborative NFTs feature rare designs that are unique among the other characters in the City Pop TOKYO NFT collection and were drawn by Natsumi Sato, the illustrator who oversaw character design for the collection.
This collaboration will commemorate the release of City Pop TOKYO’s main collection, which will be available starting at the end of April. City Pop TOKYO will allow both NFT holders and non-holders to participate in new character development through a series of Twitter posts after the main NFT collection is sold. Characters will level up by earning training points when they post on Twitter, which will also be reflected in their NFT properties. The final ranking will be based on level, and a subsequent audition will be held, with winners being invited to join ASOBISYSTEM as new talents.
For this collaboration, the wildly popular FRUITS ZIPPER is sure to bring some new excitement to this incredible project.
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<Collaboration Details>
●Seven FRUITS ZIPPER NFTs inspired by the group’s members will be added to the City Pop TOKYO collection as Legendary NFTs.
● Legendary NFTs were created by Natsumi Sato, the illustrator behind City Pop Tokyo. Each special edition release has its own unique parts.
● Unlike standard collections, Legendary NFTs will be sold via auction.Available: April 19 at 21:00 ~ April 20 at 21:00
Amount Available: 7
Price: To be determined at auctionBelow are the NFT designs. Illustrations will be sent to auction winners as NFTs.
<Special Benefits for Legendary NFT Holders>
● One NFT airdrop from City Pop TOKYO’s main NFT collection
● Easier to accumulate XP points when developing characters on Twitter
● A 3D model from the Gemie Metaverse (Design to be selected from airdrops from the main collection)
●NFT airdrops of future collections (details to be announced as soon as the collections are available)
*Legendary NFTs cannot participate in the promotional game or audition.
*The images and designs of the characters may be used by the FRUITS ZIPPER and its members during their activities.About City Pop TOKYO
City Pop TOKYO plans to release 1984 original NFTs based on City Pop, a music genre from Japan that is immensely popular worldwide, particularly among Gen Z. The project’s characters are featured in trendy outfits and makeup representing symbolic fashion styles in Japan, such as GAL, SHOWA, and REIWA. After the NFTs are sold out, they can be registered as talents with ASOBISYSTEM and entered into the METAVERSE’S GOT TALENT NFT talent audition using Twitter! Successful entries will be invited to have full-fledged virtual careers, appearing in ads and releasing music. Community members can participate in surveys and vote on songs and other releases, coming together to help develop new talent.Through this project, City Pop TOKYO will work to reaffirm the usefulness of Web 3.0 technology and NFT and further promote Japanese culture to people worldwide.
・Website: https://www.city-pop.tokyo/
・Twitter: @CityPopTokyoNFT
・Discord: https://www.city-pop.tokyo/<Participating Businesses>
Kingdom Labs
Kingdom Labs is a venture studio that aims to support and invest in projects in the gaming and toC areas within the Web 3.0 domain. The company provides consistent support to entrepreneurs building innovative business models across various industries, from planning to execution. One of the company’s key strategies is to partner with large companies that are expanding their business to Web 3.0 or that exist in a different area but hope to create Web 3.0 services. Kingdom Labs takes a unique, multi-disciplinary approach to maximize the interests of investors and partners, leverage its global team, and to grow its global portfolio and investment experience. The company also operates the world-renowned NFT collection Monkey Kingdom.Representative: CSO Maurice Ng
URL: https://www.kingdomlabs.com/UPBOND Inc.
UPBOND offers Wallet, which easily allows customers to manage their assets and connect to many Web 3.0 services. Its non-custodial wallet enables general consumers to easily engage with Web 3.0 marketplaces and allows enterprises to obtain customer information with its decentralized identity solution. UPBOND works with top-notch Japanese corporates to bring their business into this new frontier while also updating customer relationships.Representative: Director Takashi Mizuoka
Head Office: 6-31-15 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (8F)
URL: https://www.upbond.ioGEMIE
GEMIE is an Asian entertainment-focused metaverse platform inspired by fan culture. The company aims to help artists achieve their full potential by providing them with the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to reach their goals and allowing them to interact with fans from all over the world without limitations.
Comment: “Instead of holding a talent show by region or country, why don’t we do it in the metaverse so there won’t be any geographical locations – you will be surprised how many talented artists who are worth a shot are scattered in our everyday life!”Representative: Co-founder John Fung
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Idol group FRUITS ZIPPER will embark on its first nationwide tour, FRUITS ZIPPER JAPAN TOUR 2023 -AUTUMN-, this September.
FRUITS ZIPPER has been climbing to the top of the idol scene at a breakneck pace. Their first overseas solo performance in Taiwan was recently a huge success, and tickets for their first anniversary live shows at Toyosu PIT in Tokyo and Namba Hatch in Osaka in May sold out immediately after going on sale.
The tour will begin with a concert in Osaka on September 3, followed by performances in Aichi, Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Hokkaido, and Kanagawa. Tickets for the presale lottery are now on sale for members of the KAWAII LAB fan club.
FRUITS ZIPPER’s single Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro, released last year, has inspired over 700 million related videos on TikTok, while the music video has been viewed over 10 million times. Keep an eye on their activities in the near future!
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FRUITS ZIPPER JAPAN TOUR 2023 -AUTUMN-
Date: September 3, 2023
Venue: Zepp Namba / Osaka
Time: Doors open at 16:00 / Show starts at 17:00
Contact: Kyodo Information – 0570-200-888Date: September 5, 2023
Venue: Zepp Nagoya / Aichi
Time: Doors open at 17:30 / Show starts at 18:30
Contact: Sunday Folk Promotion – 052-320-9100 (12:00～18:00)Date: September 8, 2023
Venue: Zepp Fukuoka / Fukuoka
Time: Doors open at 17:30 / Show starts at 18:30
Contact: Kyodo West Japan – 0570-09-2424 (11:00～15:00 / Closed on Sundays and Holidays)Date: September 10, 2023
Venue: BLUE LIVE HIROSHIMA / Hiroshima
Time: Doors open at 16:00 / Show starts at 17:00
Contact: YUMEBANCHI (Hiroshima) – 082-249-3571 (Weekdays 12:00~17:00)Date: September 13, 2023
Venue: PENNY LANE24 / Hokkaido
Time: Doors open at 17:30 / Show starts at 18:30
Contact: Mount Alive – 011-623-6555Date: September 16, 2023
Venue: KT Zepp Yokohama / Kanagawa
Time: Doors open at 16:00 / Show starts at 17:00
Contact: HOT STUFF PROMOTION – 050-5211-6077 (Weekdays 12:00~18:00)[Tickets]
VIP Standing: ¥16,500 (Including Tax, excluding drinks)
miniVIP Standing: ¥7,700 (Including Tax, excluding drinks)
General Standing: ¥5,500 (Including Tax, excluding drinks)
2F Reserved Seat: ¥5,500 (Including Tax, excluding drinks)
*Available tickets for Hiroshima and Hokkaido are VIP and General Standing onlyKAWAII LAB. Fan Club Presale Tickets (Lottery)
Entry Period: April 10 at 21:00 ~ April 17 at 23:59
URL: https://kawaiilab.asobisystem.com/
*Up to 2 tickets available per person per showNew information will be announced on the official FRUITS ZIPPER social media pages when available.
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Following the success of the idol groups IDOLATER and FRUITS ZIPPER, KAWAII LAB., a project created to introduce Japan’s growing idol culture to the world, has revealed the new group CANDY TUNE! Just as candy comes in a variety of flavors and shapes, each member of CANDY TUNE has their own unique personality and passion. Keeping KAWAII LAB’s goal of bringing Harajuku to the world at the forefront of its activities, this idol group is ready to perform its pop tunes for audiences around the globe.
The group’s name was created to convey gentleness, harmony, and sweet melodies, and on March 7, the debut album from these new idols hit all major streaming services. The titular CANDY TUNE is filled with powerful pop tracks already capturing the hearts of listeners around the world.
In CANDY TUNE’s first appearance in the KAWAII LAB. Report series, we interviewed the members about their upcoming debut concert, KAWAII LAB. SESSION ~CANDY TUNE~. Are they ready to take to the stage?
-Your debut concert is coming up soon! How are you feeling? Share a message with the fans!
Bibian Murakawa
“Hi everyone! I’m Bibian Murakawa and my member color in CANDY TUNE is pink. The seven of us have been working together during all kinds of different lessons to become world-class idols. Everyone is so cheerful and each member has her own hobbies and special skills. It’s been a blast spending time with them every day! We want the world to know what we’re like inside and out, and to love us for who we are!”
Twitter: @bibian_ct1203
Instagram: @murakawabibiann
TikTok: @murakawabibiannMizuki Kirihara
“After so much training and so many different lessons, I’m happy to finally be able to perform on stage. We’re lucky to have such amazing songs and costumes, and I hope to express myself in authentic CANDY TUNE style. Just spending each day with the members and staff, in general, fills me with so much happiness, and I can’t wait to bring that joy to the fans! I just hope everyone can be happy!☺️”
Twitter: @mizuki_ct0221
Instagram: @kirihara_mizuki
TikTok: @kirihara_mizukiRino Fukuyama
“I feel blessed to have had all these months of lessons and prep before our debut, and I’ve really been giving my all! I want this to be the best possible debut concert and I hope we can exceed everyone’s expectations. I know I’ll be nervous before we go on stage, but this is something that will happen only once in my life, so I want to enjoy it as much as I can! I hope you enjoy listening to our music right up until you see the live performance!”
Twitter: @rino_ct1224
Instagram: @rinomaru_
TikTok: @rinomaru_Nanako Ogawa
“Only a few days are left until our debut. I still can’t believe I’m about to become an idol! (Laugh)
Thankfully, I’ve been able to interact with fans even before our debut. I feel so happy when I see people’s words of support and hear about fans keeping track of new information coming out about CANDY TUNE each day. I hope I can cheer everyone up, even if it’s just a little bit. Through CANDY TUNE, I’ll make many dreams come true and devote myself to becoming someone’s hope in this world!”
Twitter: @nachico_ct1001
Instagram: @__nchisan__
TikTok: @__nachisan__Natsu Minami
“Not long ago, everything felt so new and I was just trying my hardest to keep up with lessons each day. But as we get closer to our debut, I feel more and more like I’ve really become an idol. I’m both nervous and excited about what I’ll see at our first concert since it will be my first time appearing as a real idol! I’m just so happy to be a member of CANDY TUNE…I’ll keep bettering myself right up until the show on 3/14!”
Twitter: @natsu_ct0317
Instagram: @nattanntan
TikTok: @nattanntanShizuka Miyano
“Each member of CANDY TUNE is very unique, and I think that really comes through in our performances. I can’t wait to show you all how much we’ve grown! So many people have supported us since before our debut, and we’ll never stop being grateful for that. Having been able to perform as idols in such a wonderful environment is a blessing. We’ll keep improving ourselves in order to give even better performances in the future, but first, we want to give our all at our debut!”
Twitter: @shizuka_ct0530
Instagram: @myn_szk_ct
TikTok: @miyano_shicha.Kotomi Tachibana
“I’m thankful to have been given so many opportunities leading up to our debut, like dance and singing lessons, speaking lessons, and so many other things that other idols might have never had a chance to do. I’m working hard every day to put those efforts to good use during our first live show! I have so many feelings about our first concert–I wonder what the view will be like! I want it to be a huge success, and while I’m a little anxious, I’m just looking forward to meeting the fans more than anything! ♡ I hope the concert makes everyone happy!”
Twitter: @kotomi_ct0525
Instagram: @kotomi_5chan
TikTok: @kotomi_5chanCheck out each member’s profile here: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/ja/676709
The members of CANDY TUNE have been working hard as a team each and every day in preparation for their debut concert, focusing on the feelings they hope to convey to their new fans.
The girls are sure to put on a memorable show, and there’s no doubt that their historical first performance will bring happiness to each and every person in attendance. Be sure to keep an eye on CANDY TUNE going forward!
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CANDY TUNE – CANDY TUNE (1st Digital Album)
Release Date: March 7, 2023
Streaming URL: https://kawaiilab.lnk.to/CANDYTUNETwitter: https://twitter.com/candy_tune_
Instagram: https://instagram.com/candy__tune
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@CANDY_TUNE
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU0PgOXf0lxzVxN2TLzMJkw
note(Live Schedule)：https://note.com/candy_tuneDebut Concert
KAWAII LAB. SESSION ~CANDY TUNE~
Venue: Spotify O-EAST
Date: March 14, 2023
Time: Doors open 17:30 / Show starts 18:30 / VIP Event Ends 22:30
Performers: IDOLATER / FRUITS ZIPPER / CANDY TUNE[Tickets]
Admission: VIP ¥5,000 / General ¥3,000 / Day-of ¥3,500
Tickets: https://w.pia.jp/t/candy-tune/ -
CANDY TUNE, the newest group from KAWAII LAB, released their first album on March 7. KAWAII LAB is continuing to introduce Japanese idol culture to fans around the world.
The seven-member group is comprised of members Rino Fukuyama, Mizuki Kirihara, Natsu Minami, Nanako Ogawa, Bibian Murakawa, Shizuka Miyano, and Kotomi Tachibana. Just like candy, which comes in tons of different flavors and shapes, the members will bring their own unique personalities and quirks to their pop tunes as they carry on KAWAII LAB’s mission of sharing Harajuku style with the world.
Two songs on the group’s first album CANDY TUNE were produced by Naoki Kubo and Suu, former members of SILENT SIREN–the sweet and playful Kiss Me Patissier and the inspiring song hanamaru. Hirotaka Hayakawa, who has produced hit songs for countless artists, also contributed. Nanairo Prologue tells the story of the seven members moving forward across a rainbow-colored bridge, andMikan na Seishun (Unfinished Youth) has a fast-paced sound sure to be a hit with new fans. The group’s artist photo and the jacket art for the album were provided by Yuko Takayama (yenter).
CANDY TUNE will hold its debut concert titled KAWAII LAB. SESSION ~CANDY TUNE~ on March 14 at Spotify O-EAST. To commemorate the special occasion, IDOLATER and FRUITS ZIPPER will also perform. The three groups will perform the FRUITS ZIPPER hit track Watashi no Ichiban Kawaiitokoro together during the event, and tickets are now on sale.
Additionally, new interviews with the members and behind-the-scenes footage have been uploaded to CANDY TUNE’s official YouTube channel.
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CANDY TUNE – CANDY TUNE (1st Digital Album)
Streaming: March 7, 2023
Streaming URL: https://kawaiilab.lnk.to/CANDYTUNE
Available to stream on all major subscription music streaming servicesTracklist:
M1 Kiss Me Patissier
M2 hanamaru
M3 Nanairo Prologue
M4 Mikan na Seishun
M5 Kiss Me Patissier -Instrumental-
M6 hanamaru -Instrumental-
M7 Nanairo Prologue -Instrumental-
M8 Mikan na Seishun -Instrumental-[Debut Concert Details]
Event Title: KAWAII LAB. SESSION ~CANDY TUNE~
Venue: Spotify O-EAST
Date: March 14, 2023
Time: Doors open 17:30 / Show starts 18:30 / VIP Event Ends 22:30
Performers: IDOLATER / FRUITS ZIPPER / CANDY TUNE[Tickets]
Admission: VIP ¥5,000 / General ¥3,000 / Day-of ¥3,500
Tickets: https://w.pia.jp/t/candy-tune/<Profile>
The idol group CANDY TUNE consists of seven members: Rino Fukuyama, Mizuki Kirihara, Natsu Minami, Nanako Ogawa, Bibian Murakawa, Shizuka Miyano, and Kotomi Tachibana.The group was formed by the KAWAII LAB project, started by ASOBISYSTEM to promote Japanese idol culture around the world. CANDY TUNE will make its debut in March 2023.
Just like candy, which comes in tons of different flavors and shapes, the members will bring their own unique personalities and quirks to their pop tunes as they carry on KAWAII LAB’s mission of sharing Harajuku style with the world.
Twitter: https://twitter.com/candy_tune_
Instagram: https://instagram.com/candy__tune
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@CANDY_TUNE
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU0PgOXf0lxzVxN2TLzMJkw
note(Live Schedule)：https://note.com/candy_tune<What is KAWAII LAB?>
KAWAII LAB is a new project by ASOBISYSTEM aiming to promote Japanese idol culture to the world. The company works to discover, train, and produce idols with the potential to be active on the world stage.
KAWAII LAB is produced by Misa Kimura, a model and TV personality. A fan of idols for many years, Kimura was formerly the leader of the idol group Musubizm.
Other KAWAII LAB. groups include IDOLATER, a culture-holic idol group consisting of finalists from ASOBISYSTEM’s first national audition in 2018, and FRUITS ZIPPER, a group transmitting NEW KAWAII from Harajuku to the world debuting in April 2022.
In March 2023, the project launched a new idol group.
KAWAII LAB. will continue to promote Japanese idol culture to the world, launching and developing new idol groups, not only in Tokyo but in other cities as well!Twitter: https://twitter.com/kawaii__lab
YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCW8Q9LBGGBgK6a-u0C0h95A
Fan Club: https://kawaiilab.asobisystem.com/ -
A new idol group is coming in March 2023 from KAWAII LAB. , to promote Japan’s growing idol culture to the world.
So far, four members have been announced ahead of the group’s debut concert. The group name and details of their debut concert have just been revealed!
Following IDOLATER and FRUITS ZIPPER, the third idol group born from KAWAII LAB. has been announced as CANDY TUNE. The name is meant to evoke the image of both kindhearted girls and catchy melodies and harmonies.KAWAII LAB. will continue to focus on its concept of promoting Harajuku culture to the world.
The four members announced so far are Mizuki Kirihara, Rino Fukuyama, Natsu Minami, and Nanako Ogawa. More members will be announced in the near future.
Clockwise from top: Mizuki Kirihara, Nanako Ogawa, Rino Fukuyama, Natsu Minami
CANDY TUNE’s debut concert titled KAWAII LAB. SESSION ~CANDY TUNE~ will be held on March 14 at Spotify O-EAST! IDOLATER and FRUITS ZIPPER, both created by KAWAII LAB., will also perform, with the members of CANDY TUNE performing on the same stage as their seniors for the first time.
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KAWAII LAB. SESSION ~CANDY TUNE~
Venue: Spotify O-EAST
Date: March 14, 2023
Time: Doors open 17:30 / Show starts 18:30 / VIP Event Ends 22:30
Performers: IDOLATER / FRUITS ZIPPER / CANDY TUNE
https://w.pia.jp/t/candy-tune/[Tickets]
Admission: VIP ¥5,000 / General ¥3,000 / Day-of ¥3,500
Tickets: https://w.pia.jp/t/candy-tune/
VIP Admission Lottery: February 2 at 21:00 – February 15 at 23:59
General Sales: February 18, 12:00~■CANDY TUNE Official Social Media
Twitter：@candy_tune_
Instagram：@candy__tune
TikTok：@CANDY_TUNE -
Ayakashi Triangle Anime Adaptation by Philosophy no Dance Now Streaming, Non-Credit Opening Released
The groovy 5-member funk, soul, and disco idol group Philosophy no Dance has been
chosen to perform the opening track for the highly-anticipated Ayakashi Triangle anime
adaptation. The group has been wowing music fans with its philosophical lyrics and comical dance moves. This impressive new track titled Neppu wa Ruten-suru is now available to
stream on all major platforms.Ayakashi Triangle was created by Kentaro Yabuki, known for his previous work To Love Ru. The series follows Matsuri Kazamaki, an exorcist ninja, as he attempts to defend his
childhood friend from evil spirits.
Composed by SoichiroK/Nozomu.S and with lyrics written by Ameko Kodama, Neppu wa
Ruten-suru is a catchy pop track perfect for capturing the worldview of the series.
Beginning with an incredible guitar riff, the five members’ voices intertwine with one
another in an incredibly unique way.A non-credit version of the opening theme has also been uploaded to the Aniplex YouTube
channel.
©矢吹健太朗／集英社・あやかしトライアングル製作委員会
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Neppu wa Ruten-suru – Philosophy no Dance
Streaming Links: https://Philosophy.lnk.to/ZGQtYs8v
Non-Credit Opening: https://youtu.be/SilkptdYBAE
Official Site: https://danceforphilosophy.com/
