Arama! Japan Podcast: August 2022 Review

We’re back with another episode of the Arama! Japan Podcast! This episode covers August 2022! This month we covered a variety of topics, segments on Otakuthon 2022, our interview with Genki Iwahashi, and Seiho‘s sexual assault case.

I am joined this episode by my co-host Hannah. Check it out below!

Travis Japan to Make Global Debut

In partnership with Capitol Music Group, a division of the Universal Music Group, Johnny & Associates is pleased to announce that Travis Japan has signed with Capitol Records for their major debut! The worldwide release of their debut single is coming to global streaming platforms October 28.

Since setting out for the United States in March of this year, Travis Japan has endeared themselves to all-new audiences with their incredible dancing ability and outgoing personalities. From their participation in the “World of Dance” international championships to their unforgettable, dazzling appearances on “America’s Got Talent,” they have worked hard to make all their longtime fans at home and abroad proud, to showcase the skills honed under the instruction and stewardship of their Johnny’s forebears, and to learn from never-before-undertaken experiences as sojourning pioneers; faithfully representing the spirit, drive, and ambitions of modern Japan and the legacy of Johnny Kitagawa. It is precisely all this, recognized in high regard by the industry peers and professionals with whom they have come into contact in the course of their American adventure, that has moved Capitol Records to help them take the next step, and Johnny & Associates could not be more honored at the prospects this exciting partnership will surely offer them.

On behalf of Johnny & Associates, the company would like to thank everyone for the support and enthusiasm you have so kindly offered Travis Japan in the course of this journey, and hope we may count on you cheering them on as they, together with all the members of the Johnny’s Family, continue to serve the hopes, dreams, and aspirations of all who love them as fans and followers.

More about the song will be revealed in the coming weeks. Be sure to follow Johnny & Associates on Twitter for details!

Check out the individual statements from the group, as well as company president Julie Fujishima below! There, you’ll also find a teaser for the new Travis Japan YouTube channel!

=LOVE, w.o.d., and Berry Goodman Perform on “Premium MelodiX!” for September 26

This week’s guests were =LOVE, w.o.d., and Berry Goodman.

=LOVE – Be Selfish

w.o.d. – Libido

Berry Goodman – Ii Kibun

Berry Goodman, Nanao Tavito, and More Perform on “Love music” for September 25

This week’s guests were Berry Goodman, Nanao Tavito, Ryu Matsuyama, and mabanau.

Berry Goodman – Zassou

Nanao Tavito – Don’t Say Goodbye

Ryu Matsuyama – blue blur feat. mabanua

Ryokuoushoku Shakai Performs on “Venue101” for September 24

This week’s episode of “Venue101” was part of their “Venue101 Presents” series. It featured Ryokuoushoku Shakai. Fans of the band requested the songs performed on this episode online.

Ryokuoushoku Shakai – Hajimari no Uta / Character / S.T.U.D / Omoibito / Mela!

wacci, Ishii Tatsuya, and Carly Rae Jepsen Perform on “Music Fair” for September 24

This week’s guests were Carly Rae Jepsen, wacci, and Ishii Tatsuya.

Carly Rae Jepsen – Call Me Maybe

wacci – Koidaro

Ishii Tatsuya – Kokoro ga Kumottara

Carly Rae Jepsen – Beach House

MY FIRST STORY, eill, and More Perform on “Buzz Rhythm 02” for September 23

This week’s guests were MY FIRST STORY, HY, eill, and NEO JAPONISM.

MY FIRST STORY – Alone / MEMORIES

HY – Switch

eill – Finale.

NEO JAPONISM – Symphony

BMSG ALLSTARS Perform on “MUSIC BLOOD” for September 23

This week’s guest was BMSG ALLSTARS.

BMSG ALLSTARS – To The First / New Chapter