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KarenPang 16th November 2014 06:47 AM

NTV reveals artist line up for 'Best Artist 2014'

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NTV has revealed the artist line up for its special music program 'Best Artist 2014' which will broadcast on November 26 from 7:00 pm to 9:54 pm.

The 31 artists who have been announced at this time include Arashi, EXILE TRIBE, Mr.Children, SEKAI NO OWARI, aiko, Ikimonogakari, Golden Bomber, Johnny's WEST, Superfly, Tackey & Tsubasa, Nogizaka46, Perfume, and May J. The 3-hour program will feature a special medley by the Johnny's groups, as well as an Arashi special medley.

[Best Artist 2014]

Wednesday, November 26 7:00 pm ~ 9:54 pm

Performers:
aiko / Arashi / E-girls / Ikimonogakari / AKB48 / HKT48 / SKE48 / NMB48 / EXILE TRIBE / KAT-TUN / Kanjani8 / Kyary Pamyu Pamyu / KinKi Kids / Golden Bomber / Sandaime J Soul Brothers / Johnny's WEST / JUJU / Superfly / SEKAI NO OWARI / Tackey & Tsubasa / TOKIO / NEWS / Nogizaka 46 / Perfume / V6 / Hey! Say! JUMP / Porno Graffitti / Makihara Noriyuki / Mr.Children / May J. / Yuzu

General Host:Sakurai Sho (Arashi)
Hosts : Hattori Shinichi / Tokushima Erika (NTV announcer)
Navigator : Masu Taichi (NTV announcer)
http://www.tokyohive.com/article/201...t-artist-2014-

KarenPang 16th November 2014 01:05 PM

ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN took place today again for the 3rd time at Fukuoka Yafuoku! Dome

And here's today's setlist

http://www.setlist.mx/concerts/166645

ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN will resume on 27th Nov - 30th Nov at Kyocera Dome Osaka

KarenPang 16th November 2014 03:46 PM

More ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN concert goods photos

http://otowota.com/archives/2014/ara...s/#prettyPhoto

KarenPang 17th November 2014 12:01 PM

THE DIGITALIAN sold 7,031 copies yesterday

http://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/ja/d/2014-11-16/

KarenPang 18th November 2014 09:24 AM

Aiba Masaki & Ikuta Toma are in love with each other?

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On November 17, Arashi member Aiba Masaki held a promotional event for his starring movie "MIRACLE Debikuro-kun no Koi to Mahou" (to be released on the 22nd) in Yokohama.

Together with his co-star, Ikuta Toma, Aiba attended the Christmas tree ceremony as the surprise guest. At the event, the two talked about how they spent last Christmas Eve, which is also Aiba's birthday, together. Ikuta said, "I just hope I can spend the day with Aiba-kun... well with Masaki again," and Aiba responded, "I am sure we are. I love you," which brought a loud scream from the audience.

After the lighting ceremony, Aiba and Ikuta also appeared at the stage greeting held at Yokohama Burg 13. Even during the stage greeting, they both showed off that they were in love with each other.

Aiba revealed that he was with Ikuta on the 3rd, which was Arashi's 15th anniversary since they released their debut single. Aiba said, "He celebrated at the moment it turned on the 3rd for me." Ikuta then told Aiba, "Should we just go steady?" Aiba answered right away, "If you are okay with me." Looking at those two being lovey-dovey, Eikura Nana, who was also in attendance, said, "I feel uncomfortable standing between them."

Ikuta also revealed that Aiba's fellow member Matsumoto Jun joined them on the 3rd as well and how Aiba and Matsumoto were hugging with each other while crying emotionally. Aiba explained, "We've never had that deep of a conversation in the past 15 years." Listening to that, the audience members couldn't hide their surprise.

You can check out the trailer of "MIRACLE Debikuro-kun no Koi to Mahou" here.
http://www.tokyohive.com/article/201...ith-each-other

:lmfao

KarenPang 19th November 2014 02:34 AM

4th week sales of THE DIGITALIAN - #7 ; 16,790

Total sales for a month - 758,346

http://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/ja/w/2014-11-24/

KarenPang 20th November 2014 10:21 AM

WISH in music box mode



Brings back so many great memories especially with regards to Hana Yori Dango

KarenPang 22nd November 2014 12:13 PM

Ikuta Toma talks about Aiba Masaki & Matsumoto Jun

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On the 17th in Yokohama city, Ikuta Toma attended a private viewing stage greetings for the movie “MIRACLE Debikuro-kun to no koi no mahou.” [“MIRACLE: Devikuro’s love and magic”]. He was received with great cheers by fans.

Ikuta and Arashi’s Aiba Masaki have been meeting with just the two of them often lately. Aiba revealed the episode “On Novermber 3rd, the day Arashi CD debuted, Ikuta brought out sake and stated “Congratulations” the moment it became that day. Lately, we are often together on anniversaries.” After this Ikuta joked, “I was thinking that maybe we should just date…” and Aiba replied “If you’re satisfied with me.” And brought about laughter.

Ikuta reminisced about that time, “He was really pleased. He surprisingly has a weak spot for those.” And revealed Aiba’s weak spot for surprises. Aiba then stated “That day was really enjoyable. MatsuJun (Matsumoto Jun) also came. In 15 years, we have never spoken so deeply about things with one another.” And revealed that they drank together with Matsumoto. Then Ikuta stated “I left the two of them alone then I saw them embracing one another crying. I felt that I saw something I should not have seen,” and laughed.

☆ They also mentioned the highlights of the film

At the event, Eikura Nana and Han Hyojyu also went on stage for to experience “Sensitivity for Romance Check.” Ikuta confessed, “I like women who are their own person.” For this movie he stated, “Aiba is very cute, Eikura is heart wrenchingly cute, and Hyohyu is really pretty. I try to show off to the extent of being out of place. I hope you enjoy the difference.” And put himself down.

This movie used Nakamura Kou’s love story “Debikuro-kun no koi to mahou” which used Yamashita Tatsurou’s famous song “Christmas Eve” as a motif. On a holy night, four people that have secret loves have miracles happen by Debikuro-kun. It will begin airing on the 22nd.
http://aramajapan.com/news/toma-ikut...tsumoto/13439/

KarenPang 23rd November 2014 09:36 AM

DAIGO will appear on VS ARASHI next week for the 5th time on 27th Nov

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...III/201114.jpg

http://www.fujitv.co.jp/vs_arashi/guest/next.html

DAIGO is in the opponents team once again that consists of people who were born in the year of the horse in which DAIGO was :p

Oh joy I'm sure Sakurai will prompt DAIGO again with regards to the ever popular DGDG +_+ xD

KarenPang 24th November 2014 12:30 PM

I received my copy of THE DIGITALIAN today

http://i60.tinypic.com/28gzgyf.jpg

Contents of THE DIGITALIAN

http://i59.tinypic.com/hryq7s.jpg http://i62.tinypic.com/sysa36.jpg

The packaging is just superb & photos wise , it's 1 of their best album photoshoots to date imo

And weird but random fact is that for One Step , Sakurai is credited as the 1 who whistles in the song LOL

KarenPang 25th November 2014 10:12 AM

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B2fCj03CcAAOTRW.jpg

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B23M5sRCMAECvmb.jpg

https://twitter.com/iceblueaya/statu...09009547202560
https://twitter.com/iceblueaya/statu...09230014623744

KarenPang 25th November 2014 03:14 PM

Happy 34th birthday Ohno !

Stay blur + sleepy always LOL

KarenPang 26th November 2014 05:05 AM

5th week sales of THE DIGITALIAN - #5 ; 12,397

Total sales for 5 weeks - 770,743

http://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/ja/w/2014-12-01/

KarenPang 26th November 2014 07:00 AM

ARASHI will perform at this year's 65th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen , aside from co-hosting the event with Yoshitaka Yuriko

Red Team

Spoiler:

ayaka (7)
E-girls (2)
Ikimonogakari (7)
Ishikawa Sayuri (37)
AKB48 (7)
SKE48 (3)
HKT48 (debut)
NMB48 (2)
Kanda Sayaka (2)
Kyary Pamyu Pamyu (3)
Kouzai Kaori (18)
Godai Natsuko (21)
Sakamoto Fuyumi (26)
Shiina Ringo (2)
Tendo Yoshimi (19)
Nakajima Miyuki (2)
Nishino Kana (5)
Perfume (7)
Fuji Ayako (20)
Matsuda Seiko (18)
Mizuki Nana (6)
Mizumori Kaori (12)
miwa (2)
May J. (debut)
Momoiro Clover Z (3)
Yakushimaru Hiroko (debut)
Wada Akiko (38)


_____________________________

White Team

Spoiler:
ARASHI (6)
Itsuki Hiroshi (44)
EXILE (10)
Kanjani∞ (3)
Chris Hart (2)
Go Hiromi (27)
Golden Bomber (3)
Sandaime J Soul Brothers (3)
SMAP (22)
SEKAI NO OWARI (debut)
Sexy Zone (2)
T.M.Revolution (5)
TOKIO (21)
Tokunaga Hideaki (9)
AAA (5)
Nagabuchi Tsuyoshi (4)
Hikawa Kiyoshi (15)
V6 (debut)
Fukuda Kohei (2)
Fukuyama Masaharu (7)
Hosokawa Takashi (38)
Porno Graffitti (13)
Miwa Akihiro (3)
Mori Shinichi (47)


http://www1.nhk.or.jp/kouhaku/

KarenPang 27th November 2014 09:50 AM

DAIGO will appear on today's episode of VS ARASHI that's starting soon

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さあ!!ということで

VS嵐!!オンエア!

19時から!!

午年チーム!

DAIGOの勇姿、みてください!!٩(๑❛ᴗ❛๑)۶
https://twitter.com/Daigo19780408/st...05691445297153

KarenPang 27th November 2014 01:18 PM

ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN has resumed today at Kyocera Dome Osaka

And here's today's setlist

http://setlist-live.com/arashi/9571.html/

The tour will continue in the next 3 days til Sun

KarenPang 28th November 2014 12:19 PM

Today's setlist of ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN at Kyocera Dome Osaka

http://setlist-live.com/arashi/9575.html/

The tour will continue during the weekend

KarenPang 29th November 2014 02:24 AM

ARASHI will be performing at MUSIC STATION SUPER LIVE 2014 on 26th Dec

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[MUSIC STATION SUPER LIVE 2014]

Friday, December 26 from 7:00 pm to 11:10 pm

aiko / Arashi / E-girls / Ikimonogakari / EXILE TRIBE / AKB48 / KAT-TUN / Kanjani∞ / Kis-My-Ft2 / Kyary Pamyu Pamyu / KinKi Kids / King Cream Soda & Dream5 / Kuraki Mai / Kobukuro / Golden Bomber / Sandaime J Soul Brothers / Sheena Ringo / JUJU / Superfly / SMAP / SEKAI NO OWARI / Sexy Zone / TOKIO / Nishino Kana / Nogizaka 46 / Hata Motohiro / Perfume / Hey! Say! JUMP / BABYMETAL / Porno Graffitti / miwa / Momoiro Clover Z / Yuzu / and more
http://www.tokyohive.com/article/201...ation-revealed

KarenPang 29th November 2014 09:19 AM

http://i62.tinypic.com/2v01jdx.jpg

:D

KarenPang 29th November 2014 01:11 PM

Today's setlist of ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN at Kyocera Dome Osaka

http://setlist-live.com/arashi/9582.html/

ARASHI will perform at the last day at Kyocera Dome Osaka tomorrow before ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN brings them to Nagoya Dome next week

KarenPang 30th November 2014 12:02 PM

Today's setlist of ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN at Kyocera Dome Osaka with today being the last day that ARASHI performed in Osaka

http://setlist-live.com/arashi/9590.html/

ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN will resume next week at Nagoya Dome

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16 Johnny's artists to gather for '2014 FNS Kayosai' + complete line-up to date

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The 4th artist line up for Fuji TV's music festival '2014 FNS Kayosai' (December 3 at 7:00 pm) has been announced. 16 Johnny's Entertainment artists (71 members) will be gathering for the festival.

The artists who have been announced at this time are Kondo Masahiko, SMAP, TOKIO, KinKi Kids, V6, Arashi, Takizawa Hideaki, NEWS, Kanjani8, KAT-TUN, Hey! Say! JUMP, Kis-My-Ft2, Busaiku, Sexy Zone, A.B.C-Z, and Johnny's WEST. There will be a 'Kondo Masahiko 35th Special Medley' within the program, where Kondo will have a collaboration with his juniors.

Tackey & Tsubasa's Imai Tsubasa will not be making an appearance due to Meniere's disease.

[2014 FNS Kayosai] Below find a list of the line-up for the show announced so far:

Wednesday, December 3 from 7:00 pm

Performers:
Kondo Masahiko / SMAP / TOKIO / KinKi Kids / V6 / Arashi / Takizawa Hideaki / NEWS / Kanjani8 / KAT-TUN / Hey! Say! JUMP / Kis-My-Ft2 / Busaiku / Sexy Zone / A.B.C-Z / Johnny's WEST / Tamaki Koji / Mr.Children / Ieiri Leo / Ikimonogakari / Ohara Sakurako / Katahira Rina / Crystal Kay / Komuro Tetsuya / Golden Bomber / Sakai Yu / Che'Nelle / GENERATIONS / Suzuki Masayuki / Takarazuka Revue / T.M.Revolution / Nishiuchi Mariya / Hata Motohiro / Fujii Fumiya / Fujii Naoyuki / Funasshi / Makihara Noriyuki / Matsushita Nao / Miyamoto Emiri / miwa / Moritaka Chisato / aiko / Ayaka / Ise Shozo / Iruka / E-girls / Wentz Eiji / AKB48 / HKT48 / EXILE TRIBE / SKE48 / NMB48 / Kahala Tomomi / Kishitani Kaori / Kishidan / Kyary Pamyu Pamyu / King Cream Soda / Kuraki Mai / Chris Hart / GLAY / Go Hiromi / Gospellers / THE ALFEE / Sandaime J Soul Brothers / JUJU / Superfly / SEKAI NO OWARI / Tanimura Shinji / Tokunaga Hideaki / Dream5 / Naoto Inti Raymi / Nishino Kana / Nogizaka / Perfume / Hirai Ken / flumpool / Porno Graffitti / Mizuki Arisa / Minami Kosetsu / May J. / Momoiro Clover Z / Moriyama Naotaro / Yuzu / Wada Akiko / and more

Hosts:Kusanagi Tsuyoshi (SMAP) / Takashima Aya / Kato Ayako (Fuji TV announcer)
http://www.tokyohive.com/article/201...ine-up-to-date

KarenPang 3rd December 2014 02:32 AM

6th week sales of THE DIGITALIAN - #11 ; 8,745

Total sales for 5 weeks - 779,488

http://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/ja/w/2014-12-08/p/2/

KarenPang 3rd December 2014 03:12 PM

[BDRIP] 嵐 - ARASHI Live Tour 2013 "LOVE"

http://jpfiles.blog138.fc2.com/blog-entry-9779.html

KarenPang 5th December 2014 12:45 PM

Today's setlist of ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN at Nagoya Dome

http://setlist-live.com/arashi/9602.html/

KarenPang 6th December 2014 12:17 PM

Today's setlist of ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN at Nagoya Dome

http://setlist-live.com/arashi/9604.html/

ARASHI will perform at Nagoya Dome at the last day tomorrow

KarenPang 7th December 2014 12:40 PM

Today's setlist of ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN at Nagoya Dome

http://www.setlist.mx/concerts/166638

ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN will resume next week at Sapporo Dome

Beauty4123 8th December 2014 03:44 AM

I might be just a little bit late...:P but I've just finished listening to "THE DIGITALIAN" & I love it so incredibly much! :love

I've always enjoyed listening to Arashi's albums, it wasn't any different for this one. :D It was so much fun to listen to! I've already loved the singles, with "GUTS !" probably being my most favorite, "Daremo Shiranai" comes second. :D The album tracks totally did not disappoint me, either. :) I love each one of them! If I had to choose just one favorite, though, I'm pretty sure it would be "Asterisk", but "TRAP" & (of course :P) Matsujun's solo "STAY GOLD" are my other close favorites, too. :) I thought "Hope in the darkness" was absolutely amazing, too. :heart And I can't help but love Arashi's rapping in "Take Off !!!!!", it's tons of fun to listen to! :P :D

Overall, I would say that "THE DIGITALIAN" is totally one of Arashi's best albums, and I think the reason why I love it so much, is because most of the songs were kinda dance-ish/EDM, and I love that type of music, so it totally works for me! :D I also think the album booklet pictures are so awesome, too. :) Arashi all look incredible! :luv2

KarenPang 8th December 2014 07:12 AM

Scans for both editions of THE DIGITALIAN

http://arashi-yucatan.blogspot.sg/20...igitalian.html

I didn't realised different photos of the guys were used in both editions & obviously the CD + DVD has more photos

But concept wise , I prefer it over LOVE . LOVE was quite depressing if not too black :x

KarenPang 11th December 2014 03:08 PM

KAT-TUN's Kame will appear on VS ARASHI next week & this time round he will be in the opponent team

http://i59.tinypic.com/2wghzyg.jpg

http://www.fujitv.co.jp/vs_arashi/guest/next.html

KarenPang 12th December 2014 03:19 AM

Christmas message that the guys left , just like clicking on 1 of the many stockings

http://www.johnnys-net.jp/page?id=christmasMovie

Cute xD

KarenPang 12th December 2014 02:46 PM

Today's setlist of ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN at Sapporo Dome

http://setlist-live.com/arashi/9623.html/

ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN continues over this weekend at Sapporo Dome

KarenPang 14th December 2014 02:36 AM

Yesterday's setlist of ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN at Sapporo Dome

http://www.setlist.mx/concerts/166636

Today's the last time that ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN will take place at Sapporo Dome while next week ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN will finally wrap up at Tokyo Dome

KarenPang 14th December 2014 12:42 PM

Today's setlist of ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN at Sapporo Dome

http://setlist-live.com/arashi/9629.html/

ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN will finally conclude next week for 5 dates at Tokyo Dome starting from 19th Dec until 23rd Dec

kiseki89 14th December 2014 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KarenPang (Post 3108878)
Christmas message that the guys left , just like clicking on 1 of the many stockings

http://www.johnnys-net.jp/page?id=christmasMovie

Cute xD

nice page.. finally got to know the faces of all johnny's

KarenPang 19th December 2014 04:28 AM

Nino's solo Niji in music box mode



Niji hands down is still Nino's best solo imo

KarenPang 19th December 2014 02:39 PM

Homestretch of ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN is now underway with them performing 5 days straight at Tokyo Dome starting from today until next Tue

Here's today's setlist :

http://setlist-live.com/arashi/9644.html/

KarenPang 20th December 2014 02:31 PM

Today's setlist of ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN that took place at Tokyo Dome

http://setlist-live.com/arashi/9649.html/

ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN will continue tomorrow again at Tokyo Dome

KarenPang 21st December 2014 12:19 PM

Today's setlist of ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN that took place at Tokyo Dome

http://setlist-live.com/arashi/9655.html/

2 more days before ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN concludes

KarenPang 22nd December 2014 12:22 PM

2nd last day of ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN took place today at Tokyo Dome

Here's today setlist : http://setlist-live.com/arashi/9667.html/

ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN will finally conclude tomorrow

KarenPang 23rd December 2014 08:55 AM

Arashi & 'Yokai Watch' to collaborate for 'Kohaku Uta Gassen'

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It's been revealed that 'The 65th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen' will feature a collaboration between Arashi and popular game/anime 'Yokai Watch'.

There will be a special corner within the program in which King Cream Soda and Dream5, as well as the anime's characters 'Jibanyan', 'Fuyunyan', and 'Whisper' will take the stage with other performers. In that corner, the characters of 'Yokai Watch' will perform Arashi's debut song "A・RA・SHI" in their own special version.

'The 65th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen' will broadcast on December 31 for 4.5 hours from 7:15 pm to 11:45 pm. This year's theme is: "Utaou. Oomisoka wa Zenin Saka de!" which translates to "Let's sing. Everyone participate on New Year's Eve!" Actress Yoshitaka Yuriko and Arashi will be the hosts for the red and white teams respectively.

Arashi member Ohno Satoshi commented, "I've played non-human roles in the past, but I never imagined collaborating with monsters as Arashi. Who knew that this year's theme of 'Everyone participate' meant that!! Once again, I felt the power of this national program called 'Kohaku Uta Gassen' that overcomes the barrier between human and monsters."
http://www.tokyohive.com/article/201...aku-uta-gassen

KarenPang 23rd December 2014 12:10 PM

ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2014 THE DIGITALIAN finally concludes today at Tokyo Dome

And here's the setlist for today

http://setlist-live.com/arashi/9672.html/

On that note it's a wrap !

KarenPang 24th December 2014 03:43 AM

Happy 32nd birthday , Aiba !

KarenPang 24th December 2014 04:00 PM

ARASHI will perform GUTS ! , Meikyuu Love Song & Daremo Shiranai at this coming Fri's MUSIC STATION SUPER LIVE 2014 on 26th Dec

http://natalie.mu/music/news/134579

Beauty4123 27th December 2014 04:03 AM

I've just watched Arashi's performances from today's MSSL & omg, I've enjoyed them so incredibly much!!!

They couldn't have chosen more perfect songs to perform, than "GUTS !", "Meikyuu Love Song" & "Daremo Shiranai". :D Those are just some of my favorites from the boys! :) I've loved how during "GUTS !", all those balloons were just everywhere on stage! :laugh So cute, lol! :P :heart The whole performance was just so cute, actually. :) And tons of fun to watch! "Meikyuu Love Song" was lovely to watch & "Daremo Shiranai" was just plain amazing to watch. seriously. :D Arashi totally rocked that performance! And Ohno's facial expression at the end of the performance was so hilarious yet very cute, all at the exact same time! :laugh :heart Arashi were looking better than ever during these performances, as well. They all looked so good in those outfits! :love

KarenPang 27th December 2014 01:34 PM

ARASHI Ends 5-Dome Tour With State-Of-The-Art Technology

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Last December 23, popular group Arashi celebrated the final day of their 5-large Dome Tour at Tokyo Dome.

Titled as “THE DIGITALIAN“, state-of-the-art digital technology was used for 55,000 fans. Instead of using penlight, LED fan-lights in were used to illuminate the entire dome. A first of attempt in the world, Matsumoto Jun worked with structure and production that took three years and he’s satisfied to see the results. “I was able to see a wonderful scene in your favour,” he commented as fan-lights get illuminated in Arashi’s five colours using wireless LED system. A huge and tall moving stage “ARASHI MOVING WING” was also utilised.

LED system aside, all members heart rate were monitored from the beginning, real-time on a video. The members also attached muscle sensor to their arms during their “Hope in the Darkness” performance to catch the movement of their muscles, in return, they can manipulate the lights and sounds. As for division of labour, Leader Ohno Satoshi was responsible with the choreography of four songs. In addition, Aiba Masaki also had a surprise birthday celebration, Aiba’s birthday falls on the 24th, “It’s really good to be born on Christmas eve”. Taking advantage of the fanlights, chosen lights turned to green (Aiba’s colour) with a message, “Omedatou Masaki”.

Arashi will end this year after celebrating a milestone, which is their 15th year anniversary that they celebrated in Hawaii. All in all, Arashi sang 37 songs and they were able to mobilised 845,000 people from 5 venues and 18 performances.

See more of their concert production at the news clip

https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2...om=embediframe
http://aramajapan.com/news/music/con...hnology/14929/

KarenPang 28th December 2014 03:26 AM

There're rumours going around that MatsuJun will announce that he will be getting married at this coming Kohaku Uta Gassen

Not 100% if it's true but man ABOUT time someone from ARASHI to settle down & get married . MatsuJun deserves so

KarenPang 28th December 2014 08:00 AM

News article on MatsuJun & Inoue Mao's supposedly announce engagement this coming Wed at Kohaku Uta Gassen

http://npn.co.jp/article/detail/90024046/

English translation of article -> http://aramajapan.com/news/inoue-mao...of-year/14949/

I wonder why Johnny-san do not approve of their relationship ? It's really odd as I don't recall Inoue having any personal scandal , not that I know of

But seriously to have dated supposedly almost 9 years now , it's quite ridiculous . Just go & settle down already guys !

Bigtop 28th December 2014 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by KarenPang (Post 3111453)
There're rumours going around that MatsuJun will announce that he will be getting married at this coming Kohaku Uta Gassen

Not 100% if it's true but man ABOUT time someone from ARASHI to settle down & get married . MatsuJun deserves so

Quote:

Originally Posted by KarenPang (Post 3111478)
News article on MatsuJun & Inoue Mao's supposedly announce engagement this coming Wed at Kohaku Uta Gassen

http://npn.co.jp/article/detail/90024046/

English translation of article -> http://aramajapan.com/news/inoue-mao...of-year/14949/

I wonder why Johnny-san do not approve of their relationship ? It's really odd as I don't recall Inoue having any personal scandal , not that I know of

But seriously to have dated supposedly almost 9 years now , it's quite ridiculous . Just go & settle down already guys !

Oh dear... This news could be interesting... I'm not sure how Johnny's will respond, and will this air on national public television (NHK)?

KarenPang 29th December 2014 01:19 PM

I'm in Tokyo right now & when I was onboard the plane , I took these photos that featured the guys xD

Nino solo in him endorsing JCB

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6AjtvTCAAAzfu1.jpg

ARASHI

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6AjnXqCMAAvHO1.jpg https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6Ajn3NCYAA7tSB.jpg

:love

No prizes for guessing which airline I took :laugh

KarenPang 30th December 2014 12:50 PM

Took these pics of Sakurai today when I was onboard the JR Line train

http://i57.tinypic.com/2mfb476.jpg

http://i61.tinypic.com/2jajok7.jpg

:D

KarenPang 7th January 2015 03:50 AM

2015 New Year message that the guys left , just like clicking on 1 of the many flower scrolls

http://www.johnnys-net.jp/page?id=newYearMovie

KarenPang 11th January 2015 04:07 AM

ARASHI Invites You To Japan With “Omotenashi Nippon”

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The theme of the promotion video for Japan tourism is “Omotenashi Nippon”. Serving as tourism ambassadors, Arashi is featured on the video to introduce “omotenashi”, as published by the Japan National Tourist Office.

“Omotenashi” has become a buzzword ever since Tokyo Olympic bid ambassador Christel Takigawa uttered the word in her speech to the International Olympic Committee. It can be translated to elaborate courtesy, but not quite, or allude to the spirit of Japanese hospitality. The promotional video hopes to better showcase it.

The members of Arashi portray different people working in the areas of “Lodging”, “Shopping”, “Dining”, “Sightseeing” and “Bathing” – shoe caretaker in a long-established ryokan (Japanese inn) (Sakurai Sho), sales person at a souvenir shop (Aiba Masaki), washoku chef (Matsumoto Jun), landscape gardener (Ninomiya Kazunari) and sento painter (Ohno Satoshi) – to experience the roles played by those working behind the scenes to support the meticulous omotenashi Japan is known for. As they interact with craftsmen and customers and learn the spirit of omotenashi and consideration for others, they introduce Japanese omotenashi to foreign tourists.

The video with English subtitles can be found at JNTO’s website


http://aramajapan.com/news/arashi-in...-nippon/15384/

Zemus 11th January 2015 07:58 AM

Quote:

無事、試写会&制作発表終わりました!大盛り上がりでした!!
主題歌は、嵐「Sakura」です!!
初の楽曲のみの提供!ありがとうございます!
https://twitter.com/ouroboros2015/st...58781794230272

ARASHI will provide the theme song for upcoming TBS drama Ouroboros.

KarenPang 11th January 2015 02:12 PM

Arashi to provide theme song of drama "Ouroboros"

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It was announced that Arashi’s first single of 2015, titled “Sakura” will be released on February 25. The song will be the theme song of the new TBS drama OUROBOROS ~ Kono Ai Koso, Seigi (January 16, 10 pm) starring Ikuta Toma, who belong to the same agency as Arashi, and Oguri Shun. This is the group’s first drama theme song starring a non-member.

The press conference for the drama was held today. Regarding the theme song, Ikuta Toma is glad that Arashi has participated to provide the theme song, it has become an encouraging boost. He stated “As a friend and Arashi’s number one fan, I am really happy. Thank you, Arashi!”. Oguri Shun on the other hand talks about having appeared several times in a drama with an Arashi theme song, and how this will be the 5th time.

The single will be released in 2 editions.

SAKURA

[Limited Edition]

M1: Sakura
M2: Title TBD A
M3: Title TBD A (Original Karaoke)

“Sakura” (video clip)

[Regular Edition]

M1: Sakura
M2: Title TBD B
M3: Title TBD C
M4 ~ 6 : (Original Karaoke)


http://aramajapan.com/news/music/new...roboros/15408/

kiseki89 11th January 2015 03:40 PM

^one more reason to watch the drama besides toma and oguri

KarenPang 12th January 2015 02:42 AM

Sakura is a boring uninspiring song title but hopefully the song sounds better than the title itself

And please ARASHI , no more Bittersweet ish sounding song again

Beauty4123 12th January 2015 03:51 AM

Yay! I am so totally excited for a new single! :) Even I'm a bit surprised to see Arashi providing a theme song, to a drama which doesn't star an Arashi member. :P But Matsujun & Oguri Shun are already like, best friends, so I guess it's close enough! :laugh

"Sakura" is such a lovely title & if that's the song, that's playing in the background of the Ouroboros CM (sounds like arashi's voices to me! :P), then it's sounding pretty nice, so far! :) Hopefully we get like a radio rip of it or something, real soon! And I already can't wait to see the covers & watch the PV. :D Is it February 25th, yet?! :laugh :P I am so excited!

KarenPang 12th January 2015 08:40 AM

Arashi's 1st single for 2015 to be the theme song for 'Ouroboros' starring Ikuta Toma and Oguri Shun

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Popular idol group Arashi's first single for 2015, entitled "Sakura" would be released on February 25.

The single will be used as the theme song for upcoming TBS drama "Ouroboros ~Kono Ai koso, Seigi" starring Ikuta Toma and Oguri Shun which will begin airing on January 16 (every Friday at 10:00 pm). This marks the first time for Arashi to participate in a drama just for the theme song.

"Ouroboros" is a live-action drama adaptation of Kanzaki Yuya's manga, and it marks the first time in 8 years for Ikuta and Oguri to co-star with each other since Fuji TV's 2007 drama "Hanazakari no Kimitachi e ~Ikemen♂Paradise~". It tells the story of a detective and Yakuza member who team up to reveal the truth behind a murder that they witnessed in the past.

On the 11th, the drama's preview event was held, and both Ikuta and Oguri made an appearance. Ikuta who is said to be good friends with Arashi, talked about the theme song, saying, "As the theme of this drama is 'feel for others', I am glad that my old friends participated in it by providing a song. They gave us a strong boost. Thank you Arashi!"

Oguri also commented, "It's a great support. I've had many opportunities to be part of works that Arashi sings its theme songs, compared to other actors. Maybe, I'm also an Arashi member?"

"Sakura" will have a limited edition and a regular edition. Check out the details below.

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[Limited Edition]

(CD)
1. Sakura
2. Untitled track A
3. Untitled track A (Original Karaoke)

(DVD)
"Sakura" (Video Clip)

---

[Regular Edition]

(CD)
1. Sakura
2. Untitled track B
3. Untitled track C
4. Sakura (Original Karaoke)
5. Untitled track B (Original Karaoke)
6. Untitled track C (Original Karaoke)
http://www.tokyohive.com/article/201...nd-oguri-shun-

KarenPang 13th January 2015 03:30 AM

Arashi
[ CDA ] Sakura [Regular Edition]
[ CDA ] Sakura [w/ DVD, Limited Edition]
[ CDA ] Sakura [Bundled Set of All 2 Editions]
http://www.cdjapan.co.jp/person/2536....include_eoa=1

Bigtop 13th January 2015 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KarenPang (Post 3113861)
Arashi
[ CDA ] Sakura [Regular Edition]
[ CDA ] Sakura [w/ DVD, Limited Edition]
[ CDA ] Sakura [Bundled Set of All 2 Editions]
http://www.cdjapan.co.jp/person/2536....include_eoa=1

Very convenient. A BUNDLED SET of BOTH editions. Makes sense since one B-side is only on the Limited Edition with the DVD and not on the Regular Edition, while it's vice versa for the other two B-sides (Regular Edition only)...

Anyways, I have a feeling that isn't new...has this done before?

KarenPang 14th January 2015 03:30 AM

Arashi's Matsumoto Jun meets a mermaid in new hair CM

Quote:

http://static1.tokyohive.com/upload/...239_af_org.jpg

Hair care series "Je l'aime" by Kose has released a new CM for its new hair product lineup featuring Arashi's Matsumoto Jun.

In the CM, Matsumoto is seen with a mermaid who has terribly damaged hair. She complains to him, "I've been eating konbu too.." Matsumoto appears to be shocked at the damage before advising the mermaid to use the new Je l'aime product. Filled with exaggerated expressions and humorous moments, this CM is set to capture fans' hearts once more.

This is Matsumoto's third CM with the brand, and the behind-the-scenes for the CM has also been revealed in which the idol is scene clutching his fists in victory after finishing his filming in one take, and casually chatting with the director.

You can take a look at the CM and its making-of movie on Je l'aime's official site (here)
http://www.tokyohive.com/article/201...in-new-hair-cm

KarenPang 15th January 2015 04:17 PM

YesAsia's description on Sakura

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Arashi gets an early start to their 2015 with their first single of the year! An intense and edgy dance song, Sakura will be heard weekly on television as the theme song of drama series Uroboros – Kono Ai Koso, Seigi, starring Ikuta Toma and Oguri Shun
http://www.yesasia.com/global/sakura...0-en/info.html

Ok intense & edgy dance song , I'm quite hopeful now haha

Beauty4123 16th January 2015 04:25 AM

The description had me at "an intense and edgy dance song". :luv2 That's pretty much all I needed to know! Hahaha. :P Totally can't wait to hear "Sakura", now! :D

KarenPang 16th January 2015 03:59 PM



Sakura sounds very promising & dark . Ikuta Toma + Oguri Shun were dynamic now & then when they were in Hana Yori Dango www

Beauty4123 17th January 2015 02:39 AM

A little longer preview of "Sakura", which is most likely from today's first episode of Ouroboros:


I am totally loving how "Sakura" is sounding! :luv2 It totally does sound "intense" & "dark", which is probably why I'm loving it so much. :laugh :heart Now I really can't wait to hear the full song, after listening to this longer preview! :P I just know the entire song is going to be so amazing. :D Can't wait!

KarenPang 20th January 2015 01:29 PM

KAT-TUN's Kame will appear on this coming Sat episode of ARASHI Ni Shiyagare





Kame still looks so good omg & Nino got pissed again xD

KarenPang 22nd January 2015 11:42 AM

KAT-TUN's Kame will appear on next week's episode of VS ARASHI as a Plus One Guest

http://i61.tinypic.com/23hljx1.jpg

http://www.fujitv.co.jp/vs_arashi/guest/next.html

KarenPang 24th January 2015 03:00 PM

Happy birthday Sakurai , he turns 33 officially !

KarenPang 25th January 2015 04:29 AM

Nino's Gimmick Game in music box mode


KarenPang 25th January 2015 01:47 PM

Nino played Sakura during his Baystorm radio programme



Sakura sounds great ! This's the type of song that ARASHI should be releasing more often

Looking forward to see the covers + PV in due time & once again happy birthday Sakurai !

Beauty4123 26th January 2015 03:06 AM

Ahhh! I just love "Sakura" so, so much. :love This is totally what I would call, the best way to kick off 2015, which is...with one amazing a-side, like "Sakura". :heart I can't wait for the covers & PV! :D

KarenPang 2nd February 2015 03:18 AM

Finalised tracklist for Sakura

<初回限定盤>
CD+DVD JACA-5451~5452 ¥1,400+税

【CD】<2曲+オリジナル・カラオケ 1曲収録>

1. Sakura
TBS系金曜ドラマ「ウロボロス~この愛こそ、正義。」主題歌
2. Rise and Shine
3. Rise and Shine(オリジナル・カラオケ)

【DVD】
「Sakura 」ビデオ・クリップ+メイキング


★16P歌詞ブックレット封入

<通常盤>
JACA-5453  ¥1,143+税

【CD】<3曲+オリジナル・カラオケ 3曲収録>

1. Sakura
TBS系金曜ドラマ「ウロボロス~この愛こそ、正義。」主題歌
2. 同じ空の下で ; Onaji Sora no Shitade
3. more and more
4. Sakura(オリジナル・カラオケ)
5. 同じ空の下で(オリジナル・カラオケ)
6. more and more (オリジナル・カラオケ)

http://www.j-storm.co.jp/arashi/disco/single/s_39.html

Beauty4123 2nd February 2015 04:31 AM

What a lovely tracklist! The b-side title, "Rise and Shine" is so cute. :heart Looking forward to listening to it & the other b-sides, as well. :)

KarenPang 2nd February 2015 07:31 AM

Arashi's Aiba Masaki to star in next 'Getsu 9' drama

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On February 1, it was announced that popular idol group Arashi member Aiba Masaki would be starring in Fuji TV's next 'Getsu 9' drama.

This marks Aiba's first time starring in 'Getsu 9' drama, and it will be the drama adaptation of Ikeido Jun's mystery novel "Yokoso, Wagaya e."

"Yokoso, Wagaya e" is a suspenseful drama which revolves around the Kurata family. In Ikeido's original novel, the protagonist was the father of the family, but in the drama, it will be changed to their oldest son, and the story will also be rearranged.

The Kurata family's oldest son Kenta (Aiba) is an unsuccessful commercial designer who lives with his family outside of town. One day, he warned a man who pushed a lady and tried to cut into the line at the platform. Since that day, Kenta starts being harassed by someone. They pull up all the flowers from his flower bed and the saddle of his bicycle is mangled among other things. Kenta and his family try to find who the stalker is, but there are too many suspicious people around his family.

Cast members to play the Kurata family along with Aiba, are Terao Akira (as the father, Taichi), Arimura Kasumi (as the younger sister, Nana), and Minami Kaho (as the mother, Keiko).

This will be the first time for Aiba to co-star with Terao and Minami, but the second time with Arimura, as they co-starred with each other in NTV drama "Mikeneko Holmes no Suiri" in 2012.

The shooting for the drama will begin in early March, and start airing in April.
http://www.tokyohive.com/article/201...-getsu-9-drama

KarenPang 5th February 2015 03:26 AM

Sakura covers

CD

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2.../ASakuraCD.jpg

CD + DVD

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...akuraCDDVD.jpg

http://www.j-storm.co.jp/arashi/disco/single/s_39.html

I'm not so keen on the choice of colour used for the font & everything feels so random :no

Oh well could have been worst , at least there's no pink involved LOL

Beauty4123 5th February 2015 04:27 AM

Such simple & sophisticated covers! I absolutely love them. :love so much! :heart I think because of the black/white theme of the covers, it just makes Arashi all look ten times hotter! :laugh :luv2 If I had to choose just one favorite, it would be the CD only, but I love both covers so much & already can't wait to see what the PV will look like! :)

Bigtop 6th February 2015 02:50 AM

Hmm... That's the second upcoming Johnny's release at the moment (along with NEWS) with black and white cover photos...

KarenPang 13th February 2015 03:03 AM

Sakura PV preview

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=763773077034843

Wow it looks very different from what I thought & it's interesting

My fave part of the song is still the chorus , looking forward to see the full PV in due time !

Beauty4123 13th February 2015 05:52 AM

...I absolutely cannot get over how breathtakingly amazing, the "Sakura" PV is looking like, so far. :luv2 Arashi are all looking incredibly gorgeous! :love Meaning...they are all looking so equally handsome, that I don't even think I could handle it. :luv2 :laugh But anyway! :P I absolutely love the setting/theme of the PV. :heart I like the whole dark atmosphere that is shown & I think that, that one scene where the sakura blossom tree is lit up in pink, is so beautiful. :heart Now I am truly impatiently waiting to watch the full PV! :D

KarenPang 15th February 2015 03:35 AM

Sakura in music box mode



And ARASHI will be performing the song at next week's MUSIC STATION

ARASHI – Sakura
SKE48 – tbc
Busaiku - Yacchatta!!
miwa - 360°
morioni - Sayonara ha Arukidasu
LOVE PSYCHEDELICO – Last Smile

http://www.tv-asahi.co.jp/music/contents/m_lineup/cur/

Beauty4123 15th February 2015 04:58 AM

Yay!!! I am totally looking forward to next week's MUSIC STATION performance. :)

KarenPang 17th February 2015 09:40 AM

Short PV version of Sakura will be aired tomorrow on Spaceshower TV

Quote:

【2/18(水)7:30~8:00】明日のNEW CUTSは「Sakura(Short Ver.)」#嵐、「うちにかえろう」#LUNKHEAD、「己 DANCE(Live Ver.)」#怒髪天 他オンエア!
https://twitter.com/spaceshowertv/st...19173333749760

Beauty4123 19th February 2015 02:40 AM

"Sakura" PV (short version):


The scenery, lighting, the boys (...who are looking sooo good! :luv2)....I'm totally loving everything about this PV, so far. :heart Need the full PV, like....now! :P Can't wait to watch it! :D

KarenPang 21st February 2015 10:17 AM

MUSIC STATION's February 27 broadcast to feature Momoiro Clover Z vs KISS, Sheena Ringo and more

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TV Asahi's music program 'MUSIC STATION' has revealed the artist lineup for its February 27 broadcast.

Next week's episode will feature performances by Arashi, AKB48, Kobukuro, Sheena Ringo, GENERATIONS, NEWS, and Momoiro Clover Z vs KISS.

Arashi - "Sakura"
AKB48 - "Green Flash"
Kobukuro - "Kiseki"
Sheena Ringo -"Shijou no Jinsei"
GENERATIONS - "Sing it Loud"
NEWS -"MR.WHITE"
Momoiro Clover Z vs KISS - "Yume no Ukiyo ni Saitemina", "Loving You Baby"
http://www.tokyohive.com/article/201...ringo-and-more

KarenPang 21st February 2015 03:11 PM

Full Sakura single has leaked

http://www62.zippyshare.com/v/Ph0EPAGX/file.html
https://www.sendspace.com/file/p0v02l

Credits - http://www.alljpnews.com/

KarenPang 21st February 2015 05:39 PM

Sakura full PV



https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v...60&pnref=story

New Sakura group & solo shots

http://i58.tinypic.com/2q08y88.jpg

http://i59.tinypic.com/2mrzkb6.jpg

http://www.johnnys-net.jp/page?id=profile&artist=10

KarenPang 22nd February 2015 02:48 AM

Full Sakura PV is also uploaded via JPopSuki TV now

http://www.jpopsuki.tv/video/Arashi-...e8fb8ed84a88d0

Song wise , the full version is beyond awesome but PV wise it's quite boring but I understand that the background is the main focal point

Then again it wouldn't hurt for the guys to dance instead of just standing around looking stiff . Still it's not their worst PV , that goes to Dear Snow by a long shot

Beauty4123 22nd February 2015 04:24 AM

I'm so very happy to hear, that Arashi's going to perform "Sakura" again on MUSIC STATION, next week! :D Yesterday's performance was so amazing (and sexy! :luv2) that I'm totally looking forward to watching another one. :)

And speaking of "Sakura", I've just watched the full PV & it's such simple perfection. :love Literally! The PV may be pretty simple, but I thought the setting/scenery of it all was so cool, mysterious, dark, etc...:D And those different backgrounds sure were beautiful, too! Especially the ending, where all the sakura blossoms flew everywhere. :heart And speaking of which, I just loooved that scene of Matsujun blowing the sakura blossoms. :luv2 That probably was my favorite scene, lol! :P And I have to say, before I forget, Arashi all looked toooo good in the PV. :luv2 They are all just so handsome!!! :love

So overall, I've totally loved the PV & "Sakura", as a song itself, is so amazing, now that I've heard it in full. :love It's absolutely the perfect single to start 2015 off, with. :) Thank yoooou, Arashi! :heart

KarenPang 22nd February 2015 04:31 AM

Arashi's new "Puzzle & Dragons" CM hijacks TV stations

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To commemorate the third anniversary of puzzle RPG “Puzzle & Dragons”, a new commercial has been released featuring Arashi. The new 60 seconds commercial was scheduled to air on TV stations in sync and transmitted once, on February 20, 8:59 pm.

The CM has a theme of “BE MORE ORIGINAL”. Unlike the rather usual bright and cheerful advertisement of Puzzle & Dragons, the new CM features a dynamic action and serious atmosphere with an unexpected development revealed in the end.


http://aramajapan.com/news/arashis-n...tations/16775/

inspire_rmx 22nd February 2015 03:04 PM

Loving the new song and PV!

KarenPang 24th February 2015 07:16 AM

http://i59.tinypic.com/t4ybk4.jpg

http://i62.tinypic.com/2nal8ie.jpg

:laugh :laugh :laugh

Nino doing DAIGO's WISH pose is cool but MatsuJun doing DAIGO's Rock Step ? FAIL

KarenPang 25th February 2015 10:27 AM

1st day sales for Sakura - 239,867

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B-rsOqhUUAEt-41.jpg

http://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/js/d/2015-02-24/

Sakura's 1st day sales are higher than Daremo Shiranai

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Scans for both editions of Sakura

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...5532528&type=1

Beauty4123 26th February 2015 04:24 AM

Woohoo! The first day sales for "Sakura" are simply fantastic. :) Here's to a very good & successful week for Arashi! :D

KarenPang 26th February 2015 10:18 AM

239,867 + 103,717 = 343,584

KarenPang 27th February 2015 10:19 AM

239,867 + 103,717 + 44,393 = 387,977

Sakura will cross the 400K mark the next day

KarenPang 28th February 2015 11:26 AM

239,867 + 103,717 + 44,393 + 28,455 = 416,432

KarenPang 1st March 2015 11:48 AM

239,867 + 103,717 + 44,393 + 28,455 + 24,039 = 440,471

KarenPang 2nd March 2015 10:20 AM

239,867 + 103,717 + 44,393 + 28,455 + 24,039 + 16,230 = 456,701

KarenPang 3rd March 2015 03:04 AM

Sakura sold about 465K copies in the 1st week of release

http://www.oricon.co.jp/news/2049398/full/?ref_cd=tw

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Arashi wins 'Artist of the Year' for 'THE JAPAN GOLD DISC AWARD'

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The winners of "THE 29TH JAPAN GOLD DISC AWARD" have been revealed.

The awards are held annually by the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ). Awards are based on sales number, and the winners of this year were chosen from data compiled between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014.

This year, the 'Artist of the Year' award, which is considered to be the 'grand prize', went to Arashi. This is their first time in 4 years, and also their 3rd total time to receive this award.

- ARTIST OF THE YEAR
• Arashi (Japanese)
• One Direction (Western)

- BEST 5 ALBUMS
• "Ballada" - Amuro Namie
• "THE DIGITALIAN" - Arashi
• "Tsugi no Ashiato" - AKB48
• "Sekai no Chuushin wa Osaka ya~Namba Jichiku" - NMB48
• "HUMAN" - Fukuyama Masaharu

- BEST MUSIC VIDEOS
• "Arafes '13" - Arashi (Japanese)
• "ARASHI Live Tour 2013: LOVE" - Arashi (Japanese)
• "Sandaime J Soul Brothers LIVE TOUR 2014: BLUE IMPACT" - Sandaime J Soul Brothers (Japanese)
• "One Direction: 'Where We Are' Live from San Siro Stadium" - ONE DIRECTION (Western)
• "Tohoshinki LIVE TOUR 2014 TREE" - Tohoshinki (Asia)
http://www.tokyohive.com/article/201...old-disc-award

KarenPang 3rd March 2015 07:22 AM

Arashi top Oricon's weekly single, DVD, and Blu-ray Disc rankings

Quote:

Popular group Arashi's 45th single "Sakura" (released on February 25) sold 465,000 copies in the first week and topped Oricon weekly single ranking.

"Sakura" is the group's 34th consecutive (and 41st in total) No.1 single, so the fans may not be surprised with the result. However, this week, the group also topped both weekly DVD and Blu-ray Disc rankings with their starring movie "PIKA☆★☆NCHI LIFE IS HARD Tabun HAPPY" which went on sale on the same day as the single.

The first week sales for the DVD and Blu-ray Disc were 72,000 copies and 88,000 copies respectively. The first week sales of 88,000 copies is the highest record for any Japanese movie on BD.

Although topping CD, DVD, and Blu-ray Disc rankings at the same time has been achieved by Mr.Children (in 2012), Shoujo Jidai (in 2012) and Sandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE (in 2014) previously, it was with their musical works. Therefore, Arashi is the first one to top those three rankings simultaneously both with the musical work and video work.

Congratulations to Arashi!
http://www.tokyohive.com/article/201...-disc-rankings


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