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Aderianu 8th April 2021 12:50 AM

ASIA TOUR 2021-2022 A ~23rd Monster~
 

"ayumi hamasaki ASIA TOUR 2021-2022 A 〜23rd Monster〜" will be held!
https://i.imgur.com/s2oPCMCm.jpg



The first Asia tour in 14 years will be held!
Performances in Japan will start at Makuhari Messe on October 2, ayu's birthday!

As the title "ayumi hamasaki ASIA TOUR 2021-2022 A 〜23rd Monster〜" indicates, this arena tour will be the first in 14 years since the 2008 Asia Tour which drew 280,000 people to 32 concerts in Japan and overseas.
This tour will be held in response to the long-awaited requests from the Asian fans who still persist.
Here is the first schedule!

It has been about a year and a half since the last tour interruption.
While the restrictions on daily activities are still fluctuating, she will keep the spirit of not giving up entertainment in any situation, do her best at each moment, and create ayumi hamasaki's unique stage together with her fans at home and abroad.
While fusing with new standards, we will go beyond with courage.

In the autumn of 2021, ayumi hamasaki's new challenge will start.


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ayumi hamasaki ASIA TOUR 2021-2022 A 〜23rd Monster〜
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01 - 2021.10.02 - Chiba: Makuhari Event Hall
02 - 2021.10.03 - Chiba: Makuhari Event Hall
03 - 2021.11.06 - Aichi: Nippon Gaishi Hall
X 04 - 2021.11.07 - Aichi: Nippon Gaishi Hall
05 - 2021.12.30 - Tokyo: Yoyogi 1st Gymnasium

ayumi hamasaki COUNTDOWN LIVE 2021-2022 A 〜23rd Monster〜
06 - 2021.12.31 - Tokyo: Yoyogi 1st Gymnasium

X 07 - 2022.01.29 - Hyogo: Kobe World Memorial Hall
X 08 - 2022.01.30 - Hyogo: Kobe World Memorial Hall

ayumi hamasaki ASIA TOUR 2021-2022 A 23rd Monster 24th Anniversary
09 - 2022.04.06 - Kanagawa: Pia Arena MM

07 - 2022.04.23 - Hyogo: Kobe World Memorial Hall
08 - 2022.04.24 - Hyogo: Kobe World Memorial Hall
09 - 2022.12.10 - Aichi: Nippon Gaishi Hall

…and more!

[Ticket Types / Prices]
Ticket price: All seats reserved (with a Glowing fan): 12,000 yen (tax included)
Countdown performance only: All seats reserved (with a Glowing fan): 14,000 yen (tax included)
*There is a charge for tickets for children over 3 years old. Children under 3 years old are free of charge if they sit on your lap, but if they need a seat, they will need a ticket.
*Up to 4 tickets can be purchased per member (countdown performance only)

[Requests for all attendees of "ayumi hamasaki ASIA TOUR 2021-2022 A ~23rd Monster~", and an outline of measures that will be taken to avoid transmission of the virus during the event]

Spoiler:
Based on the government's "Basic Policies for Novel Coronavirus Disease Control" (25th May, 2020) and the Novel Coronavirus Response Headquarters' countermeasures, as well as in response to requests for the creation of guidelines that were highlighted by the Novel Coronavirus Expert Meeting's "Analysis and Recommendations for the Response to COVID-19" (29th May, 2020), we have created and organized a list of steps that must be observed during this concert in order to prevent the transmission of COVID-19, which will be implemented as outlined below.
These measures will also be updated in accordance with future indications and guidelines (progressive steps to ease the restrictions placed upon the holding of events) delivered by the government.
We ask that all attendees read through the following information, and politely request your understanding and cooperation.

- Measures that will be taken during the concert -
- All tickets for the event will be digital. When entering the venue, we will ask attendees to operate their own smartphones in accordance with the staff's instructions.
- In order to ensure adequate social distancing, we currently expect to run the event with half of the venue's regular seating capacity.
- In order to avoid overcrowding, we plan to have attendees enter via a system that designates individual time slots to each seating area.
- Mask wearing and rigorous hand washing and disinfection will be enforced for all of those affiliated with the concert, and temperatures will be thoroughly tested to carefully monitor the health of all of those involved.
- Handrails, door knobs, and other areas that are touched by attendees will be rigorously disinfected.
- The venue will be thoroughly ventilated.
- Adequate distance will be ensured between the stage and audience seating.
- Signs will be set up wherever queuing is necessary, to help attendees line up at an appropriate distance from one another.
- Where face to face contact with attendees is necessary, acrylic plates and transparent plastic curtains will be set up in order to protect against airborne transmission of the virus via droplets.
- Sanitizing solution will be available at multiple locations throughout the venue.
- Signs offering guidance on preventing the spread of the virus will be posted onsite, and staff will also be patrolling and calling out advice in person.
- Smoking areas in the venue will be closed.- Instructions related to the sale of merchandise at the venue will be delivered again in full before the concert.
- All attendees will be barred from bringing in alcohol, drinking in the venue, and entering in an inebriated state.
- Concert goods, CDs and DVDs will not be sold at the venue for this concert.
- Plans to provide a box for gifts to the performer(s) have been suspended. The setting of celebratory flowers for the performer(s) has also been canceled, and we ask that attendees be aware of this in advance.
- We ask that those who are pregnant or who suspect that they may be pregnant, those with chronic or underlying illnesses, or those who have mobility issues which require extra assistance prioritize their own health and the health of those around them when considering whether or not to attend the event.
- A temperature testing station will be set up at each entrance, and attendees' body temperatures will be taken with a non-contact thermometer. If an attendee's temperature is 37.5°C (99.5°F) or higher, a further reading will be taken in a designated waiting room. If there is no change in temperature at this point, the attendee will be refused entry.
- Staff in the venue may approach attendees directly in situations where there is a high risk of transmission, such as those of intimate contact. We ask that attendees are cooperative in the case that this occurs.

- Entry Procedure -
1. Check attendee's temperature with a non-contact thermometer, and have them disinfect their hands.
Attendees with a temperature of 37.5°C (99.5°F) or greater will have their temperature retaken in a medical checkup, and may be refused entry subject to the decision of a staff.
2. Check digital ticketAttendees will be asked to personally hold up their QR codes to the terminals installed at the venue.

- Requests to attendees -
- We politely ask that all attendees register with COCOA (COVID-19 Contact-Confirming Application), the new COVID-19 contact-confirming application released by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare.
■Google Play
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...w.covid19radar
■App Store
https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/id1516764458
- We ask that individuals refrain from attending the event if they have had close contact with an individual who has tested positive for COVID-19. We also ask that individuals do not attend if they have had close contact with residents of or visitors to regions or countries that the government has, within the prior two weeks, declared subject to entry restrictions or periods of supervision following entry.
- Those who exhibit certain symptoms are asked not to attend the event. These include fever of 37.5°C (99.5°F) or higher, cough, difficulty breathing, physical fatigue, sore throat, nasal discharge, blockage, or loss of taste or smell, eye pain or bloodshot eyes, headache, joint or muscle pain, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Additionally, as alcohol may cause a rise in body temperature, we ask that attendees refrain from drinking before the event. Regardless of circumstances, if an attendee's temperature is 37.5°C (99.5°F) or above, they will be refused entry. Attendees are asked to be aware of this.
- It is essential that all attendees wear masks, and those who do not will be denied entry to the venue. We ask that all attendees be sure to bring their own mask.
- Attendees must clean and disinfect their hands with the provided cleaning liquid when entering the venue.
- In order to prevent the spread of the virus through respiratory droplets, shouting during conversation or when cheering performer(s) is forbidden. Attendees are also asked to refrain from leaving their seat unless absolutely necessary, as well as engaging in contact with other attendees or lending them items.
- We ask that attendees respect cough etiquette and keep conversation to a minimum in the lobby and while seated in the audience.
- Please understand that it may be necessary for our staff to directly speak to those who appear to be feeling unwell. And please note once again that depending on the situation, attendees may be refused entry to the venue.

- Steps to avoid transmission between staff and / or performer(s) -
- Health and temperature checks will be carried out for all staff members and affiliated parties.
- If any of these individuals are determined to have a fever or other symptom of illness, they will not be asked to work.
- In order to prevent transmission via respiratory droplets, business will conducted on the basis that masks and face shields are recommended to all staff.
- When entering the venue or engaging in other related activities, staff will thoroughly disinfect their hands.
- Temperature and health checks will also be carried out for performer(s). Performer(s) will also be required to wear masks at all times when not performing.
- Additionally, if any unforeseen incidents occur, we will immediately cooperate with health centers and other health administration bodies as well as local medical institutions to swiftly devise a solution that ensures the health and safety of artists and staff.

The aforementioned measures will be updated in accordance with the state of COVID-19 infections going forward, as well as changes in the indications and guidelines from various government agencies and industry groups.

In order to ensure the safety of everyone involved in "ayumi hamasaki ASIA TOUR 2021-2022 A ~23rd Monster~", we humbly ask for the understanding and cooperation of each and every attendee.



SETLIST
Spoiler:

01 - 2021.10.02 - Chiba: Makuhari Event Hall
* Thanks to Ayumi_lover for audio recording
** Thanks to junshen for audio recording

00. Opening Movie (like DOME TOUR 2001 Opening Movie)
01. Dreamed a Dream (Ayu Stand on a Huge Earth and sing)
02. Last angel
03. A Song for xx
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04. Real me
05. Like a doll ** https://www.mediafire.com/file/36lh7..._doll.m4a/file
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06. NO FUTURE
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07. Sexy Little Thing
08. Fly High
09. STEP you
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10. Pray * https://www.mediafire.com/file/5yny0...10_02.m4a/file
11. petal * https://www.mediafire.com/file/vdmeh...10_02.m4a/file
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12. Memorial address
13. Last Link * https://www.mediafire.com/file/hs6ez...10_02.m4a/file
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14. My Way (feat m-flo) ** https://www.mediafire.com/file/xx8wt...y_Way.m4a/file
15. Movin' on without you
16. Feel the love ~ Many Classic Moments ~ Connected ~ Naturally ~ rollin'
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17. 23rd Monster
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encore
18. SURREAL
19. evolution
20. MY ALL



Photos

ExodusUK 8th April 2021 03:34 AM

Ayu ended coronavirus!

LONJJONG 8th April 2021 04:10 AM

WHAAAAAATTTTTT???????

Aisha_Angel 8th April 2021 04:45 AM

Is this for real, for real?!!!

Chris85 8th April 2021 05:11 AM

Wait, what?! Out of all times to do this she chooses in the middle of pandemic one?

Xianghua 8th April 2021 05:18 AM

I can’t wrap my head around this from even a logistics standpoint.

First, you need to take a PCR 48? hours before the flight and that needs to be negative.

Then, you need to quarantine for 2 weeks when you get to the country.
Then you quarantine for 2 weeks when you return to Japan.

And this needs to be done for EVERYONE. Ayu, dancers, musicians/back up vocals, support staff.....

I know it’s in the fall but we don’t even have a full laid out vaccination plan. They JUST started rolling out vaccination for the elderly.

dumbellz 8th April 2021 05:45 AM

I don’t understand either but I suspect she is touring in China only, there are so many restrictions for other Asian counties like Singapore for example.... and some countries are too dangerous

SURREAL__RAINBOW 8th April 2021 05:51 AM

I have hope that she includes Australia and New Zealand in this.... OMFG IT WOULD BE THE DREAM

Chris85 8th April 2021 06:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SURREAL__RAINBOW (Post 3338616)
I have hope that she includes Australia and New Zealand in this.... OMFG IT WOULD BE THE DREAM

It will remain a dream.

alternarist 8th April 2021 06:19 AM

Ok so which is the safest country in Asia?

SURREAL__RAINBOW 8th April 2021 06:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris85 (Post 3338620)
It will remain a dream.


We have no COVID so who knows :luv2

jiarongisme 8th April 2021 07:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alternarist (Post 3338621)
Ok so which is the safest country in Asia?

I would say Taiwan and China so far. Maybe Hong Kong but I'm not sure about their restrictions too. Manifesting for a Singapore leg since we still have about 5 more months till Fall!!

Chris85 8th April 2021 07:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SURREAL__RAINBOW (Post 3338622)
We have no COVID so who knows :luv2

And you're also not part of Asia :-)

pop909 8th April 2021 07:19 AM

All these comments kill me!!! This is amazing - the later in the year the better.

Aderianu 8th April 2021 09:48 AM

Vaccinated people also need to stay in quarantine?

Evan Odinson 8th April 2021 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aderianu (Post 3338639)
Vaccinated people also need to stay in quarantine?

Yes, being vaccinated doesn't mean you can't get or transport the virus, so if the place where you live goes under quarantine you also need to stay at home, I'm already vaccinated but we had to go back to quarantine last week and I can only go out to get the second dose next weekend lol (people with all the doses can't go out either) but if there's no quarentine a live show with only vaccinated public is possible, The Weekend and Miley Cyrus' Super Bowl shows had only vaccinated audience earlier this year!

Material Boy 8th April 2021 10:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alternarist (Post 3338621)
Ok so which is the safest country in Asia?

Taiwan, we already got concerts from Jolin a few months ago, and she's having 5 more concerts in two weeks. I couldn't get tickets tho :(

~angel*ayumi~ 8th April 2021 11:42 AM

South Korea is also Covid free?

kendelle 8th April 2021 01:06 PM

South Korea reported 700 cases today which is low for the population but not eradicated.

Would laugh if she ends up in New Zealand but somewhat hopeful she might touch down in Australia even for just a single show? I would even consider setting foot in NSW for that lol

ayu_fantasy 8th April 2021 01:42 PM

Is this for real??? But how is this even feasible, with this pandemic??

ayumi_ed 8th April 2021 02:30 PM

Concerts in HK have been resumed... Well, limited to local singers and production teams of coz

mimika 8th April 2021 09:26 PM

I feel it could be like the last Asia Tour, it started in Japan and then to rest of Asia. Since it says fall 2021, maybe by the time she hits rest of Asia it'll be Spring 2022.

My dream is that one day when this pandemic is over she can do a world tour!

visionfactory 9th April 2021 07:35 AM

She should go to Korea to teach them what a real concert is

Aderianu 9th April 2021 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mimika (Post 3338724)
I feel it could be like the last Asia Tour, it started in Japan and then to rest of Asia. Since it says fall 2021, maybe by the time she hits rest of Asia it'll be Spring 2022.

Good point actually

dumbellz 9th April 2021 10:11 AM

I really want an Asia tour (with Singapore leg), but I I feel it’s a wrong move to do at this timing especially I read that the COVID cases in Japan are still increasing rapidly.

Her Japanese fans would also want to support her Asia tour so they may come but when I thought about the possibility that they may carry the virus makes me feel :/ and I wonder how many countries are willing to take this risk to allow her team to come.

ayu_fantasy 9th April 2021 12:48 PM

I would really want her to do a Singapore leg too. But as of now Singapore isn’t really feasible I guess

dumbellz 9th April 2021 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ayu_fantasy (Post 3338796)
I would really want her to do a Singapore leg too. But as of now Singapore isn’t really feasible I guess

It is projected that majority of people in Singapore will be vaccinated by third quarter, my company is planning an event in September... so if they include Singapore leg, they should be in some sort of discussion now, but then the maximum number is only 250 pax

adelaiise 12th April 2021 11:21 PM

Planning an Asia Tour during a pandemic sure is bold...
I had tickets for 3 concerts last year and the 3 of them are postponed, still not sure when/if I will attend to it...
Definitely love to see her live at least one time, plus the last Asia Tour seemed to be really good... this would have been a perfect opportunity

freedreamer 14th April 2021 12:45 PM

I have no idea how this can be done. Im from Singapore and would die for her to come. But Taiwan is honestly her best bet now

colinfblaney 14th April 2021 01:20 PM

can only pray she includes China. I'll die if she announces dates here!!

dumbellz 14th April 2021 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by freedreamer (Post 3339142)
I have no idea how this can be done. Im from Singapore and would die for her to come. But Taiwan is honestly her best bet now

Don’t think it can be done. The number of pax for an event is 250 (including the staff etc), and I doubt they will be increasing the anytime soon.

AyuCanada 16th April 2021 10:42 PM

I don't know how it is in other countries but in Canada (at least in my province), the first dose of vaccination is set to be completed by the end of the summer to the entire population who wants it. So I guess activities should resume in the fall.

Katsuyuki012 23rd August 2021 04:47 PM



Hello to TeamAyu♪


"ayumi hamasaki ASIA TOUR 2021-2022 A ~23rd Monster~" will be held!
From August 26 (Thu) 15:00, the fastest advance ticket application for TeamAyu only will be available!


The first Asia tour in 14 years will be held!
Performances in Japan will start at Makuhari Messe on October 2, ayu's birthday!

As the title "ayumi hamasaki ASIA TOUR 2021-2022 A ~23rd Monster~" indicates, this arena tour will be the first in 14 years since the 2008 Asia Tour which drew 280,000 people to 32 concerts in Japan and overseas.
This tour will be held in response to the long-awaited requests from the Asian fans who still persist.
Here is the first schedule!

It has been about a year and a half since the last tour interruption.
While the restrictions on daily activities are still fluctuating, she will keep the spirit of not giving up entertainment in any situation, do her best at each moment, and create ayumi hamasaki's unique stage together with her fans at home and abroad.
While fusing with new standards, we will go beyond with courage.

In the autumn of 2021, ayumi hamasaki's new challenge will start.

=======

From 15:00 on August 26 (Thu), we will start accepting applications for the fastest advance tickets for "ayumi hamasaki ASIA TOUR 2021-2022 A ~23rd Monster~" only for TeamAyu!

If you would like to apply for the tickets, please read the notes and performance details below carefully and make sure you follow the correct procedures.
Additional performances will be announced soon! Please look forward to it!

*This advance ticket application is only available to those who have enrolled (paid) and received a membership number during the application period, and whose membership expires in September 2021 or later. If your membership expires at the end of August 2021, you will be able to apply for tickets, but you will not be selected.

*Due to the current social situation, we do not plan to sell tickets for this concert exclusively to members residing outside Japan through Live Pocket. We will let you know if we plan to sell tickets in the future depending on the situation.


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ayumi hamasaki ASIA TOUR 2021-2022 A ~23rd Monster~
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[Date, time, and place]
Saturday, October 2, 2021
Chiba: Makuhari Event Hall 
Doors open 16:30 / Concert begins 18:00

October 3, 2021 (Sun)
Chiba : Makuhari Event Hall 
Doors open 15:30 / Concert begins 17:00

November 6, 2021 (Saturday)
Aichi: NIPPON GAISHI HALL
Doors open 16:30 / Concert begins 18:00

November 7, 2021 (Sun)
Aichi: NIPPON GAISHI HALL
Doors open 15:30 / Concert begins 17:00

Thursday, December 30, 2021
Tokyo:Yoyogi 1st Gymnasium 
Doors open 16:30 / Concert begins 18:00

Friday, December 31, 2021
Tokyo: Yoyogi 1st Gymnasium 
Doors open 21:00 / Concert begins 22:30
*This performance will be a countdown performance. Due to the late night performance, minors will need permission from their parents or guardians.

January 29, 2022 (Saturday)
Hyogo: Kobe World Memorial Hall 
Doors open 16:30 / Concert begins 18:00

January 30, 2022 (Sun)
Hyogo: Kobe World Memorial Hall 
Doors open 15:30 / Concert begins 17:00

…and more!

Aderianu 23rd August 2021 05:03 PM

I'm glad non Japanese part moved to the next year

//ABEST 23rd August 2021 05:55 PM

why ayu why?? :cry

I'm totally into ASIA TOUR but why on earth would she do that in the middle of global pandemic? I was hoping for she would do this in her 25th Anniversary

Deep snow 23rd August 2021 06:07 PM

the gaps between the performances seem ...good to me? or are they standard for ayu's tours? (I just hope she's spacing the performances out to rest her voice adequately.)

anyways, I have hope for new countries for her to visit, but my prediction is that it's going to cover the same grounds of 2007 and 2008. I hope by January this clusterfuck will have indeed subsided a bit for her to move freely overseas.

tokyoxjapanxfan 23rd August 2021 06:12 PM

Y’all what is that logo tho

Xianghua 23rd August 2021 06:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deep snow (Post 3343368)
the gaps between the performances seem ...good to me? or are they standard for ayu's tours? (I just hope she's spacing the performances out to rest her voice adequately.)

I think it may have been a factor to space out dates to give a window to see if any attendees develop covid symptoms. I think they did that with Koda Kumi’s tour last year as well.

Evan Odinson 23rd August 2021 06:21 PM

A lot of mixed feelings for me, so glad she's finally doing another Asia Tour but this definitely doesn't feel like the best moment lol

CeReSu 23rd August 2021 06:38 PM

a new album before a new tour would be so great....

barisuta53 23rd August 2021 06:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by //ABEST (Post 3343366)
why ayu why?? :cry

I'm totally into ASIA TOUR but why on earth would she do that in the middle of global pandemic? I was hoping for she would do this in her 25th Anniversary

I don’t know what it’s like in your country, but I think that globally it’s fair to say we’re no longer in the middle of the pandemic.

In my country life is more of less normal with people going to work, restrictions mostly lifted, and although infection rates are up compared to last year, that’s due to aggressive testing for people travelling internationally and attending events.

After a difficult couple of years, it’s time to resume things now that vaccination is up and serious cases of covid are down.

brener 23rd August 2021 07:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CeReSu (Post 3343372)
a new album before a new tour would be so great....

couldnt agree more

Gustavopc 23rd August 2021 07:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by barisuta53 (Post 3343373)
I don’t know what it’s like in your country, but I think that globally it’s fair to say we’re no longer in the middle of the pandemic.

Actually it's not fair, worlwide we're at 600k new cases per day in average, heading for a third peak, and at the second peak we got over 800k cases per day. Some countries are well advanced with vaccines, but when you see globaly, it's bad cause some countries have barely started. And Asia is not the lead in vaccination. I mean, it can be done, but sure that is bold. I thought Kumi's final dates were going to be cancelled cause it was getting worse by the end of the year, but 2021 is being way worse for Japan than 2020, with huge peaks in February and May.

We are having way less deaths per day now tho, not only cause of vaccinations but we know what works and what doesnt. Maybe that's why her team and herself felt like they could pull this out. And actually they did great spacing with dates. It would be even great if the arena's roof is open or if it has some improved air circulation scheme, and then everyone wearing appropriate masks and distacing, it could happen.

AJFmzk 23rd August 2021 07:53 PM

Seems the countdown live will be part of the main tour. I hope they make the broadcast available to stream live

Sim' 23rd August 2021 08:03 PM

Excited for this ASIA TOUR :yes

hud 23rd August 2021 08:16 PM

is she for real

njanjayrp 23rd August 2021 08:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sim' (Post 3343378)
Excited for this ASIA TOUR :yes

Me too. Can’t wait!!

Aderianu 23rd August 2021 09:50 PM

https://i.imgur.com/s2oPCMCl.jpg

!Lawi! 23rd August 2021 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CeReSu (Post 3343372)
a new album before a new tour would be so great....

I wish, but the fact that she gave it the song's name makes me think nothing else is planned.
Hopefully that doesn't mean we have to wait for the end of the Asia Tour for new content!

Aderianu 23rd August 2021 10:14 PM

23rd Monster era is like new TROUBLE =)

indigochild 24th August 2021 12:03 AM

She'll do everything BUT release a new album :dead

Chris85 24th August 2021 03:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by barisuta53 (Post 3343373)
I don’t know what it’s like in your country, but I think that globally it’s fair to say we’re no longer in the middle of the pandemic.

New aggressive variants are appearing, situation in many countries is getting worse, lots of people are anti-vaxxers, strict safety measures that are trying to make things better cause riots, so yes, we are in the middle of pandemic.

njanjayrp 24th August 2021 03:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by indigochild (Post 3343388)
She'll do everything BUT release a new album :dead

The album might actually be titled the 23rd Monster. Also I think the mods should start deleting the pandemic related posts as every topic turns into a covid discussion and seriously we get enough of it in the news and the everyday life.

Chris85 24th August 2021 03:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by njanjayrp (Post 3343391)
The album might actually be titled the 23rd Monster. Also I think the mods should start deleting the pandemic related posts as every topic turns into a covid discussion and seriously we get enough of it in the news and the everyday life.

Based on the comments not everyone is aware of the situation. This tour's description addresses the new world we live in in the first place, so it's not that off-topic.

summerain 24th August 2021 09:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by njanjayrp (Post 3343391)
The album might actually be titled the 23rd Monster. Also I think the mods should start deleting the pandemic related posts as every topic turns into a covid discussion and seriously we get enough of it in the news and the everyday life.

I agree with you of not turning everything about Covid, but doing live shows during the pandemic is sure a thing to be discussed. I'm not totally opposed to the idea, but it's something that can even disturb the tour progress itself, if Covid cases (and deaths) start to rise up again.

Well, about the news itself, I'm curious about the arena adaptation for CDL. She's delivering great shows at small venues, but I'm missing her on a big stage!

And about the title, she did something like that before, annoucing Rock n' Roll Circus tour before we even know she'll release an album with that title. And it makes sense, the bold statement of an album title like that fits the whole atmosphere she's bringing with releases like 23rd Monster and Dreamed a Dream.

Xianghua 24th August 2021 09:41 AM

The other venues have hall in their name, but they are actually big stages where she normally has her arena tours.

Chris85 24th August 2021 10:25 AM

Ticket prices keep increasing. I wonder if that's because they need to compensate for safety measure expenses.

Aderianu 24th August 2021 11:02 AM

I don't know what other artists do, I know L'Arc~en~Ciel is holding tour this autumn and it will be in big arenas. They are going to use only half of capacity and sell sits with gaps, so even if two people come together they will not sit next to each other. And that is what government allows them to do.

As for ayu, there list of anticovid measures on official cite
* all tickets will be only digital
* capacity according to the government guidelines
* enter and exit by regulation by dividing the time zone for each seating area
* staff will wear masks, wash their hands and carry out temperature measurements
* all parts of the venue that visitors can touch, will be disinfected
* venue will be ventilated
* additional distance between stage and audience seats
* marks will be set up so visitors can line up at a distance in places where alignment is required
* smoking areas in the venue will be closed
* sales of concert goods and CDs / DVDs are undecided at this time
* installation of present boxes for performers and festive flowers will be cancelled
* temperature gauge will be set up at each entrance to measure the body temperature of visitors with a non-contact thermometer. If you have a fever of 37.5 degrees or higher, the temperature will be measured again at the designated waiting area, and if there is no change in body temperature, you will be refused admission

~angel*ayumi~ 24th August 2021 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Gustavopc (Post 3343376)
Actually it's not fair, worlwide we're at 600k new cases per day in average, heading for a third peak, and at the second peak we got over 800k cases per day. Some countries are well advanced with vaccines, but when you see globaly, it's bad cause some countries have barely started. And Asia is not the lead in vaccination. I mean, it can be done, but sure that is bold. I thought Kumi's final dates were going to be cancelled cause it was getting worse by the end of the year, but 2021 is being way worse for Japan than 2020, with huge peaks in February and May.

You can´t go for numbers alone anymore. You have to also look at the hospital´s situations, because also vaccinated ppl can get it but most likley will have mild to no symptoms.
Here in Germany numbers are also rising again but beside from showing that you are vaccinated/testet when entering indoor stuff and wearing masks indoor, life is nearly back to normal

280301 24th August 2021 01:57 PM

tbh I feel like I've lost some respect for Ayu regarding this tour. Japan is currently experiencing another significant covid-19 wave at the moment, no? And the tour is just over a month away...:/ There are other ways of sharing music with one's audience at the moment that are still meaningful.

summerain 24th August 2021 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Xianghua (Post 3343402)
The other venues have hall in their name, but they are actually big stages where she normally has her arena tours.

I was coming to say this, the names of the venues mislead me. Utada did the register of her last tour on Makuhari Messe, it's a quite big venue. Great news!

tokyoxjapanxfan 24th August 2021 02:04 PM

I’m unfortunately finding it harder and harder to feel excitement for her new album-less tours.

!Lawi! 24th August 2021 02:07 PM

^Yeah I kind of feel the same. It's nice that people will be able to see her but I'm not personally excited.

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Originally Posted by Aderianu (Post 3343386)
23rd Monster era is like new TROUBLE =)

I'm so ready for NATSU NO MONSUTAA 2024

//ABEST 24th August 2021 02:36 PM

I wonder are the venues overseas gonna be arenas like they have been in the past or are they gonna be halls like in Japan part of the tour. Is ayu still that big outside Japan to sell big arenas?

My comment about pandemic wasn't meant to try turning this thread about covid and pandemic itself but I keep being surprised how they let artists tour in Japan since here in Finland population is about 42% vaccinated twice but almost every festivals in the summer where cancelled.

Toniayu123 24th August 2021 03:12 PM

Maybe Ayu doesn’t believe in the virus lol Anyway, all the restrictive measurements are based upon positive results on a test. And that test isn’t infallible, it detects false positives, and also the other way around. I honestly don’t think we should stop the world based on a doubtful test. We have to learn to live with the virus, as we’ve done with all the viruses existing within us since ancient times lol No vaccine is going to save us either, since new variants keep appearing and seem to be resistant to it. So... taking care, keeping distance, and good hygiene is the best bet imo to keep living. And those measurements are going to be taken at the Tour. Let people have some joy man, or are we planning to live confined for the rest of our lives?

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Originally Posted by tokyoxjapanxfan (Post 3343419)
I’m unfortunately finding it harder and harder to feel excitement for her new album-less tours.

This. The fact that it is an arena tour and across Asia is exciting tho. But seriously what is that tittle? 2022 is not even her 23rd anymore so what’s the point? Ugh, first we had trouble now we got this. Maybe this is all we can expect now, a new digital single every once in a while and a tour with its name. Anyways, if the band is on it, I’m all in for the blu ray purchase.

YUKARI 24th August 2021 05:48 PM

wow she wants to have a concert in Yoyogi

well let's hope it doesn't get canceled

Aderianu 26th August 2021 10:35 AM


//ABEST 26th August 2021 10:53 AM

this is getting me so excited!!

adrtwb 26th August 2021 12:12 PM

I wonder what’s the coverage like for this Asia Tour.
China, Hong Kong and Taiwan should be pretty solid (I hope).

Hoping for Singapore!!!!

Aderianu 26th August 2021 04:49 PM

Countdown live this time is part of the tour, so probably it will not be broadcasted
What to you think?

maxikot 26th August 2021 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Aderianu (Post 3343491)
Countdown live this time is part of the tour, so probably it will not be broadcasted
What to you think?

They could change the setlist a bit and do a countdown edition like it happened with the trouble countdown 2018/19. We might get a broadcast then and I hope we will! I'm very excited about the arena tour.

Xianghua 26th August 2021 05:09 PM

I assume they will change a bit.

koumori 26th August 2021 05:42 PM

I know in a thread about an upcoming tour that mentioning covid will be inevitable, but commenting on your feelings about the world situation and whether you think life should 'go on' or not already will be removed. Let's keep the conversation in this thread about Ayu's planned concerts and, when relevant, the situation in Japan.

ayushiteru 27th August 2021 03:14 AM

I think also 2021.12.30 - Tokyo: Yoyogi 1st Gymnasium will be a Countdown too because they record both dates to edit the dvd/bray concert

ayu_fantasy 27th August 2021 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by adrtwb (Post 3343485)
I wonder what’s the coverage like for this Asia Tour.
China, Hong Kong and Taiwan should be pretty solid (I hope).

Hoping for Singapore!!!!

Is China, Hong Kong and Taiwan going on with live concerts already? Singapore still can’t predict yet I guess. But I am really hoping

njanjayrp 27th August 2021 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ayu_fantasy (Post 3343503)
Is China, Hong Kong and Taiwan going on with live concerts already? Singapore still can’t predict yet I guess. But I am really hoping

They did the Billi Billi Macro Link in an arena in China. So seems they are.

Ayumi_lover 8th September 2021 09:47 AM

The first ticket lottery results are out.
I got tickets to countdown and to the very first show of the tour. Really hope Countdown this year won't get cancelled. It will be the first time for me :p

//ABEST 8th September 2021 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Ayumi_lover (Post 3343854)
The first ticket lottery results are out.
I got tickets to countdown and to the very first show of the tour. Really hope Countdown this year won't get cancelled. It will be the first time for me :p

wow congratz! I hope you have fun

Zeke. 9th September 2021 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Toniayu123 (Post 3343425)
Maybe Ayu doesn’t believe in the virus lol

Well she did literally just say she “doesn’t believe in most things” in one of her most recent TA Q&A responses. Lol. But then again, I thought the narrative around why Timmy left was partially because he didn’t believe in the virus but the troupe did.

Ayumi_lover 10th September 2021 07:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Zeke. (Post 3343896)
Well she did literally just say she “doesn’t believe in most things” in one of her most recent TA Q&A responses. Lol. But then again, I thought the narrative around why Timmy left was partially because he didn’t believe in the virus but the troupe did.

As last year they had to cancel countdown show when someone from the staff tested positive I don’t think she denies the existence of the virus. But many artists hold concerts in japan this year despite all the declarations of state of emergency. I even went to one myself this summer and with good ventilation and no speaking/shouting rule and always wearing mask I don’t think there were any clusters spreading from such events - 闇営業 izakayas at shibuya or Shinjuku are much more dangerous.
Ayu can definitely survive couple of more years without changing her lifestyle but much smaller artists who were usually getting most of the money from music festivals can’t. Also money wise it is difficult for staff working at music venues if there are no events. So I guess it is good to try to hold some events even with restrictions to make sure venues all over the country don’t go bankrupt.
Also from November government wants to implement to some measures to return life to normal for those who got vaccinated so probably it will definitely be okay to hold a tour at least in Japan (provided no one from the staff catches the virus).
I guess after last year they learned lesson well and everyone involved in rehearsals, etc will be basically on the permanent quarantine for the duration of the tour.

PS. IMHO, If Timmy really left because of his stance regarding the virus this is an incredibly stupid way to end a huge chunk of his career.

Xianghua 10th September 2021 08:04 AM

Congrats on winning ^^ I won both those as well which is interesting, because I thought they would be the most difficult.

Usually I win the 30th and not the 31st, but this time it’s the opposite!

rainbow_smile 10th September 2021 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Zeke. (Post 3343896)
But then again, I thought the narrative around why Timmy left was partially because he didn’t believe in the virus but the troupe did.

We don't know the real reason, this was just a theory some fans had (and I don't even think the majority agreed). The general "consensus" seemed to be that something drastic (possibly tragic) happened in his private life, and that it didn't have anything to do with ayu

Aderianu 25th September 2021 11:38 AM

Ayu and Masashi Muto finished filming videos for tour

Aderianu 25th September 2021 09:48 PM

Seems ayu damaged her hand



https://i.imgur.com/ZN6NxV0m.jpg https://i.imgur.com/caabMG7m.jpg https://i.imgur.com/CCR1YBam.jpg https://i.imgur.com/w31HOoWm.jpg

「the show must go on」spirit

No matter what happens, accident or twists and turns, I can overcome it now and in the future, as I have always been.

I'm not alone.

!Lawi! 25th September 2021 10:31 PM

Wow, I feel like it's been ages since she's had filmed interludes! Sounds like it might be a big concert!

njanjayrp 26th September 2021 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by !Lawi! (Post 3344364)
Wow, I feel like it's been ages since she's had filmed interludes! Sounds like it might be a big concert!

I hope it has an actual theme as it’s been a long time somehow…

//ABEST 26th September 2021 04:52 PM

second picture screams "Real me" to me.. i hope she performs it since it's one of my fave songs from her

!Lawi! 26th September 2021 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by njanjayrp (Post 3344365)
I hope it has an actual theme as it’s been a long time somehow…

That would be nice! What's the last concert that is considered to have had a theme? Would it be Cirque de minuit? Actually wasn't Made in Japan based around seasons?

I always loved the concept behind Hotel love songs, even though the execution wasn't perfect!

What theme would be good? I'd love a 'nature' based concert, divided in quarters between Air, Water, Fire and Earth. The statue at the end of the 23rd Monster PV also made me fancy a Greek mythology theme too!

Ayumi_lover 27th September 2021 07:37 AM

I guess my opinion might not be very popular, but rather than concert having a theme or a concept I would by far prefer to have a live band playing instead of prerecorded back tracks with loud back vocals. :p

Toniayu123 27th September 2021 12:12 PM

^From your mouth to God’s ears. I’d much rather have the band than the atrocious back singers, the gospel choirs, or pointless violins playing over the pre-recorded music on the back lol Not to talk about the unnecessary dancers which are cringy af to watch. Don’t think we’re getting a band this time, but I’m unstanning this woman if she doesn’t bring Yochan to her 25th anniversary.

Ayumi_lover 27th September 2021 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Toniayu123 (Post 3344400)
^From your mouth to God’s ears. I’d much rather have the band than the atrocious back singers, the gospel choirs, or pointless violins playing over the pre-recorded music on the back lol Not to talk about the unnecessary dancers which are cringy af to watch. Don’t think we’re getting a band this time, but I’m unstanning this woman if she doesn’t bring Yochan to her 25th anniversary.

Wow yes, you read my thoughts exactly! If she wants to pay all the countless dancers to be on stage jumping around, I am sure she can afford live band too. And since this time it's not a hall tour she can't use excuse that live band won't fit on stage with all the dancers jumping around xD

koumori 27th September 2021 01:42 PM

There is some speculation that a live band is too much strain on her ears, which might be why she has experimented with performing without them. Namie had some comments about this in the 2010s but I'm not going to go dig for that right now (about her own reasons - she didn't comment on Ayu :laugh).

I'd love to see the return of the live band and I'm pretty sure Ayu would love to always have them there too if they can figure it out. The fact she has included them behind the scenes (such as during last year's Xmas Live rearrangement recordings) says a lot about her want to keep having the band involved. I hope there is a way to let them tour together again while safeguarding her health.

njanjayrp 27th September 2021 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by koumori (Post 3344403)
There is some speculation that a live band is too much strain on her ears, which might be why she has experimented with performing without them. Namie had some comments about this in the 2010s but I'm not going to go dig for that right now (about her own reasons - she didn't comment on Ayu :laugh).

I'd love to see the return of the live band and I'm pretty sure Ayu would love to always have them there too if they can figure it out. The fact she has included them behind the scenes (such as during last year's Xmas Live rearrangement recordings) says a lot about her want to keep having the band involved. I hope there is a way to let them tour together again while safeguarding her health.

Also they were there for the TROUBLE CDL, so I think she likes having them around.

summerain 27th September 2021 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by njanjayrp (Post 3344407)
Also they were there for the TROUBLE CDL, so I think she likes having them around.

They were even on FNS' Ohia no Ki performance, when they're just decorative.

mi|kshake 28th September 2021 02:20 AM

Yeah I miss the band too - I hope they come back some day! It's not the same without Yoshio!

Chris85 28th September 2021 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by koumori (Post 3344403)
There is some speculation that a live band is too much strain on her ears, which might be why she has experimented with performing without them.

Very weird theory considering that a performer can decide themself what kind of audio track is playing in their in-ear monitors. You can customize it so that it includes only some of the instruments or has things that the public doesn't hear like that thing that counts the rhytm.

Aderianu 28th September 2021 06:10 PM

Band is a lot of people who need paymant. Plus extra people who will watch for outfits, hair/makeup, people who will deliver a lot of extra equipment. ayu stopped to bring band on tour way before pandemic and I highly doubt she will bring them at such time.

RealLight 28th September 2021 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Toniayu123 (Post 3344400)
^the gospel choirs, or pointless violins playing over the pre-recorded music on the back lol

Omg, yes, this a thousand times! I thought I always the only one who felt like this. To me, they're a miss mostly of the times. Like, the violins, they ruined (m)u's performance on MFL x-x

Aderianu 28th September 2021 07:49 PM

There is only one truth, but not the only one correct answer.

#ayuasiatour20212022

https://i.imgur.com/wmOmJN5l.jpg https://i.imgur.com/v5c7zIPl.jpg

hidekirby 29th September 2021 02:46 AM

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Originally Posted by koumori (Post 3344403)
There is some speculation that a live band is too much strain on her ears, which might be why she has experimented with performing without them.

I also thought about that but I have no information or knowledge about this particular point.
I also wish she would bring them back. But if this is the actual reason the band is not there, I'm perfectly fine not seeing them anymore, even if it's quite sad.

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Originally Posted by RealLight (Post 3344458)
Omg, yes, this a thousand times! I thought I always the only one who felt like this. To me, they're a miss mostly of the times. Like, the violins, they ruined (m)u's performance on MFL x-x

I swear most of the time I can't even hear them. Sometimes I even feel they are just here to decorate and aren't even recorded, just to make up for the band.


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