Arashi’s new single “Aozora no Shita, Kimi no Tonari” was released last May 13. The group’s 46th single is the theme song to the drama “Yokoso, Wagaya e” starring member Aiba Masaki.
The group has filmed the music video outdoor, for the first time in 6 years. In the video, the members are seen at a train station, at a home, and enjoying a barbecue at night, giving off the message of the importance of connection between people.
Combining a lyrics that give a real sense of how precious the connection between people is and a dramatic melody overflowing with positive energy, it is a music that gives optimism to people living in this cooped-up modern society.
Check out Arashi’s newest PV below.
The tv ratings chart has been updated! Check out the latest results below.
For the latest movie ranking, Cinderella remained atop for 3 consecutive weeks, while Biri Gal moved up to number 2. New movie Nounai Poison Berry starring Maki Yoko, Nishijima Hidetoshi and Kamiki Ryunosuke debuted at no. 7.
See the rest of the ranking below.
Kindan no Tasuketsu has 2 releases this month. The first is their new EP, “Konya wa Boogie Woogie Tonight 2015 EP.” This was released yesterday. They recently released the video for the EP’s title track. “Konya wa Boogie Woogie Tonight”, as hinted in the title, samples the hip hop classic “Konya wa Boogie Back.” The Scha Dara Parr / Ozawa Kenji original has been covered countless times, by acts such as Utada Hikaru, KREVA, and Kato Miliyah / Shota Shimizu / SHUN. It is now Kindan no Tasuketsu’s turn to pay homage to the song. They brought in up and coming female rapper NOPPAL to help them out on this song. The music video for “Konya wa Boogie Woogie Night” keeps up Kindan no Tasuketsu’s usual quirks, using a sculpture park, an onsen, and a dive bar as settings.
The second release is out May 20. It’s called “Kindan no TSUTAYA Rental Gentai Ban.” As the title indicates, this is a rental release that is only available at TSUTAYA. “Kindan no TSUTAYA Rental Gentai Ban” is composed mostly of previously released songs. There are 2 new songs on it though: “GOGO!! Kung Fu Dance” and “Replicant.” These new songs will also be on their album “The Bladerunner”, which will be out later this year. Kindan no Tasuketsu recently released a trailer for their TSUTAYA rental release. It’s an instrumental piece with an eerie feel and video to match.
Check out the covers, tracklists, and videos for these releases after the jump!
As previously reported, cero will release their new album “Obscure Ride” on May 27. They’ve now released the music video for the album’s 4th track, “Summer Soul.” “Summer Soul” is a relaxing, summery song that incorporates flute and electric piano. The music video was directed by VIDEOTAPEMUSIC, who also directed the music videos for cero’s previous singles “Yellow Magus” and “Orphans.” The music video features the band’s members just hanging out, walking and driving around town. It matches the relaxed summer vibe of the song well. Check it out after the jump!
As previously reported, Hoshino Gen is set to release his new single “SUN” on May 27. He’s now released the music video for the song. It was uploaded on his just opened YouTube channel. “SUN” is a fun, funky song with 70s influences. It has a colorful, retro-themed video to match it. The one-shot video was directed by Seki Kazuaki, who has also directed video for other acts such as Perfume, Sakanaction, and Kaela Kimura. Also included in the video is a preview of the the single’s DVD contents. Check it out after the jump!
On the single side, V6 topped the chart with “Timeless”, with its CD+DVD Limited Edition B selling 28,310 copies. The 3 editions of this single took the top 3 spots on the chart. Between its 3 editions, “Timeless” sold 72,976 copies, making it the best selling single this week.
On the album side, Southern All Stars took the top spot with”Budou”, with its CD only Regular Edition selling 14,956 copies. However, the best selling album this week was Hamada Shogo’s “Journey of a Songwriter ~ Tabi Suru Songwriter.” Between its 4 editions, “Journey of a Songwriter ~ Tabi Suru Songwriter” sold 24,983 copies, making it the best selling album this week.
In a recent interview, Ariana Miyamoto, Japan’s representative for Miss Universe Japan, talks about her reason for joing the pageant. As well as the goals she wants to accomplish within this role. She also talks about how people view her and how she has come to terms with the discrimination she has felt as a child. Read below to find out more about Japan’s representative for Miss Universe.
Tokyo (AFP) – Ariana Miyamoto entered the Miss Universe Japan beauty contest after a mixed-race friend committed suicide. And she endured abuse after winning the crown because of her skin colour.
Far from being put off by the backlash, Miyamoto resolved to use her new-found fame to help fight racial prejudice — in much the same way British supermodel Naomi Campbell broke down cultural barriers in the fashion industry a generation ago.
“I’m stubborn,” said Miyamoto, the daughter of a Japanese mother and black American father, who turned 21 on Tuesday.
“I was prepared for the criticism. I’d be lying to say it didn’t hurt at all. I’m Japanese — I stand up and bow when I answer the phone. But that criticism did give me extra motivation,” she told AFP in an interview.
