If you look at the tracks in the Flower Garden, they are not just songs that feel like I’m singing alone. They are made in a way that fans and audiences can sing along and enjoy together. From the start to the performance, I focused on creating that connection. I had an idea of what kind of atmosphere and performance would be created, and it seems like everything I envisioned came true. I’m really grateful that everyone enjoyed it.
After the rehearsal video
Honestly, I tend to feel quite nervous for the first performance, especially the initial one. Although I make an effort to enjoy the experience, it is entirely natural to feel nervous when performing on stage. This is always the case. As a result, the first performance is not necessarily the best. I invest significant effort into rehearsals, and if I am not fully satisfied with them, I tend to work even harder. This requires considerable energy, and by the time the actual performance arrives, my physical condition can sometimes be slightly compromised.
In the makeup video conversation
Yesterday, I strained my voice too much, so I'm not feeling well. If I don't sing with full power, it's difficult to manage the sound. I have to give my best effort, as the sound engineers adjust the volume based on my voice. It’s better to notice if the artist’s condition is a bit off rather than having bad sound at the venue or poor direction.
During the chorus of "I Want to Protect You"
I initially created a section where fans could sing along with me. Then, there was a moment when I really wanted to hear more of the fans' voices. I heard it once, and it felt amazing. That's why I decided to give fans more opportunities to sing on their own. Listening to them makes me so happy, and I’m sure you all understand how difficult it is to take that away. I keep doing it because it brings me so much joy.
After "I Will Protect You"
Looking back at my journey, especially after reaching my 20th and 21st years, I realized that I did one thing right. When people live their own lives and drift apart, I created a space for them to return to. As we grow and focus on ourselves, we all need time for reflection. But when those moments pass and we find a little space for ourselves, we often think about returning to the places we truly loved and enjoyed. If that space were gone, it would be heartbreaking and we’d miss it. The fact that I’ve maintained that space for people to come back to means I didn’t give up on it, and I was able to stay true to my path. I believe that’s the one thing I did right. And I was able to do that because my fans have supported me all along. I’m deeply grateful for every moment from the beginning until now, and I’m truly excited for the future
Letter
Hello, my dear Babies,
I wonder if writing a handwritten letter has become something strange and awkward in this day and age. It feels like it’s been such a long time since I’ve done it.
2024 marked the 20th anniversary, and it was a particularly special year with all of you, wasn’t it? It was a year full of joy, sharing happiness, and envisioning an even brighter future. It was also a time to reflect on the past.
If I think about the past 20 years as a whole, I might have wished how wonderful it would have been if the past 20 years had been like this year, but that might be too much to ask. I wonder if the gratitude I feel for all the love I’ve received is too small, and I can’t help but feel sorry for that.
As I get older, I’m beginning to understand the memories I want to forget and learning to forgive the emotions I want to let go of. The feelings of dislike that were once piled up in my heart are gradually being processed. So lately, in the space inside me that has become a little more open, I’ve been trying to fill it with brighter and more loving things.
Babies, you hold such a large part of that space, and perhaps you are everything to me. With you, I was able to begin this journey. With you, I’ve been able to share this path. Because of that, every decision and moment of courage has given me even more strength. In the brief moments I imagined giving up or feeling despair, you, my dear Babies, have given me the hope of a shining outcome.
From now on, I want to continue walking this path with all of you under the name of "we." Will you stay with me? There’s still so much I want to say.
Thank you, always. I love you.
It might be around my 30th anniversary, and by then, I'll be in my fifties. Wow, in 10 years! That’ll be the 31st anniversary, and I’ll be 50 years old. Oh, that’s a little scary. But as long as I stay healthy, I think I’ll still be working as an active artist, producer, and manager, just like I am now.
Of course, I have to. There are fans who come to signing events in their school uniforms, and in 10 years, they’ll still be in their 20s. I really don’t want them to miss out on this happiness. I’ll keep working hard, as long as I can.
Ah, I have no fat, so my butt hurts so much!
If you look at the tracks in the Flower Garden, they are not just songs that feel like I’m singing alone. They are made in a way that fans and audiences can sing along and enjoy together. From the start to the performance, I focused on creating that connection. I had an idea of what kind of atmosphere and performance would be created, and it seems like everything I envisioned came true. I’m really grateful that everyone enjoyed it.
After the rehearsal video
Honestly, I tend to feel quite nervous for the first performance, especially the initial one. Although I make an effort to enjoy the experience, it is entirely natural to feel nervous when performing on stage. This is always the case. As a result, the first performance is not necessarily the best. I invest significant effort into rehearsals, and if I am not fully satisfied with them, I tend to work even harder. This requires considerable energy, and by the time the actual performance arrives, my physical condition can sometimes be slightly compromised.
In the makeup video conversation
Yesterday, I strained my voice too much, so I'm not feeling well. If I don't sing with full power, it's difficult to manage the sound. I have to give my best effort, as the sound engineers adjust the volume based on my voice. It’s better to notice if the artist’s condition is a bit off rather than having bad sound at the venue or poor direction.
During the chorus of "I Want to Protect You"
I initially created a section where fans could sing along with me. Then, there was a moment when I really wanted to hear more of the fans' voices. I heard it once, and it felt amazing. That's why I decided to give fans more opportunities to sing on their own. Listening to them makes me so happy, and I’m sure you all understand how difficult it is to take that away. I keep doing it because it brings me so much joy.
After "I Will Protect You"
Looking back at my journey, especially after reaching my 20th and 21st years, I realized that I did one thing right. When people live their own lives and drift apart, I created a space for them to return to. As we grow and focus on ourselves, we all need time for reflection. But when those moments pass and we find a little space for ourselves, we often think about returning to the places we truly loved and enjoyed. If that space were gone, it would be heartbreaking and we’d miss it. The fact that I’ve maintained that space for people to come back to means I didn’t give up on it, and I was able to stay true to my path. I believe that’s the one thing I did right. And I was able to do that because my fans have supported me all along. I’m deeply grateful for every moment from the beginning until now, and I’m truly excited for the future
Letter
Hello, my dear Babies,
I wonder if writing a handwritten letter has become something strange and awkward in this day and age. It feels like it’s been such a long time since I’ve done it.
2024 marked the 20th anniversary, and it was a particularly special year with all of you, wasn’t it? It was a year full of joy, sharing happiness, and envisioning an even brighter future. It was also a time to reflect on the past.
If I think about the past 20 years as a whole, I might have wished how wonderful it would have been if the past 20 years had been like this year, but that might be too much to ask. I wonder if the gratitude I feel for all the love I’ve received is too small, and I can’t help but feel sorry for that.
As I get older, I’m beginning to understand the memories I want to forget and learning to forgive the emotions I want to let go of. The feelings of dislike that were once piled up in my heart are gradually being processed. So lately, in the space inside me that has become a little more open, I’ve been trying to fill it with brighter and more loving things.
Babies, you hold such a large part of that space, and perhaps you are everything to me. With you, I was able to begin this journey. With you, I’ve been able to share this path. Because of that, every decision and moment of courage has given me even more strength. In the brief moments I imagined giving up or feeling despair, you, my dear Babies, have given me the hope of a shining outcome.
From now on, I want to continue walking this path with all of you under the name of "we." Will you stay with me? There’s still so much I want to say.
Thank you, always. I love you.
It might be around my 30th anniversary, and by then, I'll be in my fifties. Wow, in 10 years! That’ll be the 31st anniversary, and I’ll be 50 years old. Oh, that’s a little scary. But as long as I stay healthy, I think I’ll still be working as an active artist, producer, and manager, just like I am now.
Of course, I have to. There are fans who come to signing events in their school uniforms, and in 10 years, they’ll still be in their 20s. I really don’t want them to miss out on this happiness. I’ll keep working hard, as long as I can.
Ah, I have no fat, so my butt hurts so much!