For the past few years, Italian fashion house Miu Miu, the little sister of Prada, has released a series of short films titled “Women’s Tales.” This series, a collaboration with the Venice Film Festival, is created by female directors. Miu Miu gives the directors the freedom to do whatever the want in the films, as long as they feature Miu Miu’s current collection in them.
Miu Miu selected Kawase Naomi as the director of the 11th film in the series. Kawase’s film is titled “SEED.” It tells the story of a girl, played by Ando Sakura, who ventures from the idyllic surroundings of Nara to the hustle and bustle of Tokyo.
The music in “SEED” was provided by Sakanaction. It’s the band’s second time scoring a film, the first being last year’s “Bakuman.” The music used in “SEED” was recorded in the same Nara location as the film was shot.
“SEED” made its world premiere in New York City last night as part of the city’s Fashion Week. It is now online. The film will be shown at various screenings around the world, including the 73rd Venice Film Festival in September.
Check out “SEED” after the jump, along with some background videos and photos (which were shot by Leslie Kee)!
On March 2, Yuko Ando will release her new album, “Itadakimono.” This album sees her collaborating with several artists, including Ai Otsuka, Chara, TK from Ling Tosite Sigure, and Sukima Switch. These collaborations are in terms of songwriting, composition, and arrangement, with different artists doing different things. Yuko recently opened a special site detailing what exactly the artists are doing on each song. The site also contains some audio clips of the songs. Check out more information on “Itadakimono” after the jump!
On March 23, Hanae will release her new album, “SHOW GIRL.” The album will come in a CD+DVD Limited Edition and a CD only Regular Edition. The DVD that comes with the Limited Edition will include footage from Hanae’s first overseas show, which was held in Taiwan. Hanae recently release the short music video for the album’s fifth track, “Chisana Koi no Monogatari.” Check it out after the jump, along with album’s cover and tracklist!
On March 9, EXILE ATSUSHI and AI will release their new collaboration single, “No more.” The song serves as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Naomi to Kanako.” “No more” is about about taking the first step towards a new beginning. It is a song that is meant to bring hope to listeners. The covers and promo picture where shot in Los Angeles by 217 (NINA). Check them out after the jump, along with the single’s tracklist!
Hello, Arama! Japan readers and welcome to this week’s installment of #1 Song Review! Last week saw GLAY beat AI. This week, we have a returnee from last week and one from previous weeks, plus a newcomer facing off. Find out what various staff members thought of the songs that topped the physical and digital charts this week and share your thoughts on them too!
Right on the heels of Becky and Kawatani Enon’s adultery scandal, another scandal involving a politician has captivated headlines. Formerly praised as an “ikumen” for taking a paternity leave, member of the House of Representatives for the Liberal Democratic Party Miyazaki Kensuke has fallen under much scrutiny for being embroiled in adulterous affair while still serving in office. It has been said that Miyazaki brought his mistress into his home just as his newlywed wife was giving birth. Due to the controversy the scandal caused, Miyazaki chose to step down from his position.
This week’s guest was NakamuraEmi. There were also talk segments with Big Bang, Silent Siren, and EDGE of LIFE.
NakamuraEmi – YAMABIKO
This week’s guests were E-girls, Chris Hart, Leo Ieiri, sébuhiroko, Miyano Mamoru, KANA-BOON, ROTH BART BARON, and Kuroneko Chelsea.
E-girls – DANCE WITH ME NOW!
Chris Hart – Boku wa Koko de Ikite Yuku
Leo Ieiri – Hello To The World
sébuhiroko – YOU
Miyano Mamoru – HOW CLOSE ARE YOU
KANA-BOON – Run And Run
ROTH BART BARON – bIg HOPe
Kuroneko Chelsea – Goodbye
