FRUITS ZIPPER, a new idol group from ASOBISYSTEM, has a simple concept: “From Harajuku to the World.” Ready to transmit what they call ‘NEW KAWAII’ from Harajuku, an area known for fashion and individuality, to their soon-to-be global fanbase, the group consists of seven members: Amane Tsukiashi, Suzuka Chinzei, Yui Sakurai, Luna Nakagawa, Mana Manaka, Karen Matsumoto, and Noel Hayase.
On July 29, FRUITS ZIPPER released their 4th single RADIO GALAXY. The music video makes full use of CG to express the group’s worldview and is sure to attract attention for its immense creativity, which breaks through the borders of the idol industry.
Today, we’re sitting down with four members of FRUITS ZIPPER–Amane Tsukiashi, Suzuka Chinzei, Luna Nakagawa, and Noel Hayase–to chat about the release of RADIO GALAXY.
When you first heard RADIO GALAXY, what did you think?
ーHayase
“I thought it really shined, and it was like every single part of the song was totally
different!! The rhythm changes and the overall atmosphere changes too, but that’s
something that has become typical of FRUITS ZIPPER. Personally, I love it.”
ーNakagawa
“It’s an incredible song! I love songs that change the rhythm and tone throughout, so I was super happy to be able to sing this one!”
ーChinzei
“It blew me away like no other song ever has. I could tell from the intro that it would
become our signature song.”
ーTsukiashi
“It’s so fun how the tune changes throughout. I really wanted to try rapping, so I’m glad
that we could include that too!”
What have fans been saying about RADIO GALAXY? What have their impressions been?
ーHayase
“I’ve heard a lot of our fans say that they love this track. During our live shows, fans love to dance along and shake their penlights in tune with the rhythm while doing our moves, you know? I’ve heard a lot of people say that keeping up with this song will be way too difficult. (laugh)”
ーNakagawa
“I’ve heard a lot of different comments! People have said it sounds fresh, it sounds cool, it’s satisfying…one person said that they’d never heard an idol song like it!”
ーChinzei
“Everyone around me is a RADIO GALAXY fan. They’ve only seen it performed live so far, so I’ve heard a lot of fans say that they love the moment the curtain opens and we’re doing the pose. (laugh)”
ーTsukiashi
“A lot of fans have said that it’s super fun and that they don’t get sick of listening to it since the tune changes so much!”
Tell us a story about RADIO GALAXY. Maybe something that hasn’t been shared yet.
ーHayase
“When we recieved this song, one thing hadn’t been decided–who was going to rap. We ended up all working together with our voice coach and we’d perform the rap part one by one like we were auditioning. We had so much fun taking turns rapping, and we ended up praising each other’s specific way of doing it and what we’d each bring to the song. (laugh) Finally, Misa (Kimura) each assigned us our parts, but she also listened to our thoughts and our wishes, which was wonderful.”
ーNakagawa
“We all held an audition for the rap part since we all wanted to do it. Noel was definitely the best, so she got the part by a landslide. (laugh)”
ーChinzei
“Right before the final chorus, there’s some neat choreography (in slow motion) as a meteor flies overhead, and the other members support me as I reach up to catch it. It’s like our hearts become one at that moment. Sometimes, if I’m really hungry, I’ll eat a meteorite.”
ーTsukiashi
“The first line in the song is “Let’s go!” During recording, we said it over and over in all kinds of ways and they picked the best take. When I heard the finished product, I was surprised! When you see us perform this song live, I want you to compare those small nuances.”
Leave us with one last comment, please!
ーHayase
“RADIO GALAXY has become a group favorite, and it’s a song that’s incredibly important to us. I hope everyone will cherish this song along with us, and I hope that you’ll listen to it over and over and really enjoying to the max when you see us live!”
ーNakagawa
“After only being able to hear RADIO GALAXY live, now that the music video is out, I’m happy that the fans will be able to hear it whenever they like. We also say “FRUITS ZIPPER” in the lyrics at the beginning of the song, so I really hope this will become our representative track.”
ーChinzei
“I personally love this song so much, and I want everyone else to love it too. I love it so much that I want aliens to hear it.”
ーTsukiashi
“I really think that only FRUITS ZIPPER could sing this song. I’ll sing it with care, so please listen to it as much as you can!”
Next week’s KAWAII LAB report will focus on IDOLATER.
Be sure to stay tuned for the next report on FRUITS ZIPPER!
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<Amane Tsukiashi>
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TikTok
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<Suzuka Chinzei>
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TikTok
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<Luna Nakagawa>
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TikTok
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<Noel Hayase>
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“I am so excited to announce the release of my first photobook! Shooting this book overseas during the 10th anniversary of my idol career was a dream come true. The release date is February 20, which is the last day I’ll be 23 years old. I’m so lucky to be able to experience so many wonderful things!
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Luna Nakagawa commented on the final performance of the tour with tears in her eyes, expressing her joy at being able to stand on the stage she had always dreamed of. Yui Sakurai, who celebrated her 10th idol anniversary on October 20, also reflected on the day she passed her first idol audition and the day she quit her part-time job to pursue showbiz. “I’m so happy to be able to stand before you all today as an idol, and I’m so glad I came back. Today, I was able to fulfill my dream of making so many people happy, and I hope I was able to repay everyone for their incredible kindness.” Suzuka Chinzei continued with her final remarks. “I want everyone here tonight to be happy,” she yelled with a huge smile on her face before the group launched into their debut song Kimino Akaruimiraiwo Oikakete. The girls showed their determination to strive towards the next stage of their careers, and after the song, Luna Nakagawa asked that the lights in the venue be turned off so that the girls could only see the penlights in the crowd. The seven-colored lights illuminating the venue may as well have been beacons leading FRUITS ZIPPER towards their bright future. FRUITS ZIPPER has had a total attendance of over 16,000 people since its nationwide tour began in September, and is scheduled to perform at Nippon Budokan in May. Fans look forward to seeing what kind of happy performances await them in the future as the girls continue to evolve. <Member Comments> Comment from Suzuka Chinzei “It’s a miracle that we’ll be able to perform at Nippon Budokan on our second anniversary, and it’s all thanks to the fans and people who have always supported us that this dream is coming true. We’ll give the best possible performance as a girls' idol group worthy of standing on stage at such a legendary venue, so I hope that everyone in the world and the universe comes!” Comment from Yui Sakurai “I can’t believe that we’ll soon be standing on stage at Budokan. It’s the goal of every idol, and we’re doing it just two years after our debut. I hope that the fans will look forward to that special day–we’ll work hard and do our best to truly become idols worthy of Nippon Budokan!” ■Set List OP OVERTURE M01 Pure in the World M02 Kanpeki Shugide☆ M03 Kimino Akaruimiraiwo Oikakete M04 Fre-Fru Summer! M05 RADIO GALAXY M06 Roller Coaster Heart M07 We are Frontier -Tour Remix ver- M08 Zutto, Zutto, Zutto! M09 CO-Kosei M10 Pinky Red (Amane Tsukiashi, Karen Matsumoto) M11 Tenshinranman (Suzuka Chinsei, Yui Sakurai, Mana Manaka) M12 Bye-Bye (Luna Nakagawa, Noel Hayase) M13 Sekaiwa Kimikara Hajimaru M14 Welcome to the ♡ Furuppa! M15 Happy Chocolate M16 Re→TRY & FLY M17 skyfeelan M18 Going! M19 Kimikoi (Dear you) M20 Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro Encore M21 Kimikoi (Dear you) M22 Chou Medetai Song ~Konnani Shiawasede Iinokana?~ M23 Kimino Akaruimiraiwo Oikakete Kimikoi (Dear you) - FRUITS ZIPPER (New Digital Single) Information
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Date: October 28, 2023
Venue: Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium■U-NEXT Livestream Information
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FRUITS ZIPPER 2nd ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL LIVE 2024
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Details to be announced at a later date<New Song Information>
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Release Date: October 29, 2023
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The idol group FRUITS ZIPPER has been picking up steam since its debut in February 2022. On September 13, 2023, the group’s first single CD Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro was released, ranking 3rd on the Billboard Japan Top Single Sales chart and 4th on the Oricon Weekly Single Ranking chart. Yui Sakurai, one of the group’s members, celebrated her 10th year as an idol on October 20, 2023. For the next year, the Yui Sakurai 10th Anniversary -IDOL OF IDOLS- project will be held. Yui Sakurai has amassed incredible support over the past year. Her line “Nani Nani” from the song Happy Chocolate inspired “Naze Naze,” which hit the top spot in the SNS Trending Word Ranking for 2023. Sakurai was also voted #1 in the “Idols Who are Simply Cute” ranking seen on Fuji TV’s program Neru, Shuzai Ittekimasu ~Tokyo Idol Times~. FRUITS ZIPPER was formed in April 2022, but Yui Sakurai’s roots as an idol began before the group came together. Over the next year, a number of projects and events will take place to celebrate her incredible idol milestone. The project’s official website was unveiled today and features commemorative goods for sale, as well as comments from the members of FRUITS ZIPPER. A request page has also been opened, allowing fans to send requests to Yui Sakurai detailing what they’d like to see her do for her 10th anniversary. A live event is also scheduled for December 24, 2023. For the latest information, check FRUIT ZIPPER’s social media.<Comment from Yui Sakurai>
“I, Yui Sakurai, have been an idol for ten years. Thank you so much for your continued support! I treasure sooooo many of the memories I’ve made with all of you, both during the tough times and the happy times. Those treasures have supported me in the past, and they continue to support me now. This year, to show my gratitude to all of you, I’m beginning my “10th Anniversary Year!” I just want to give something back to all of you, and I hope that you’re excited to see much more of me in the future. I’m working with everyone on staff to come up with a lot of ideas, so please look forward to it!” ♡♡♡ Yui Sakurai 10th Anniversary -IDOL OF IDOLS- Official Site URL: https://yuisakurai-10th-anniversary.com/Information
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Yui Sakurai 10th Anniversary -IDOL OF IDOLS- Special Event
Date: December 24, 2023
Venue: Spotify O-WEST
Time: Doors open 11:30 / Doors closed 12:30[Tickets]
General Standing Ticket: ¥5,500 (Tax Included, Drinks Separate)FRUITS ZIPPER OFFICIAL FANCLUB EXCLUSIVE TICKETS
Entry: October 28, 2023 – October 30, 2023 at 23:59 (JST)
URL:https://fruitszipper.asobisystem.com/news/detail/17398<Yui Sakurai Profile>
Starting her idol activities in 2013, Yui Sakurai has since become a member of the popular group FRUITS ZIPPER, bringing her experience as an idol, model, and artist to the collective.
Popular among women, Sakurai was voted #1 in the “Idols Who are Simply Cute” ranking seen on Fuji TV’s program Neru, Shuzai Ittekimasu ~Tokyo Idol Times~.X (Twitter) :https://twitter.com/yui_fz0221
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yui.sakurai_7/
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After debuting in March as part of the idol project KAWAII LAB., CANDY TUNE announced that it would hold its first solo concert, -NEW WAY-, on October 18. The group will also hold its first tour in Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, and Nagoya in March 2024. The tour will kick off on March 16 at Nagoya ReNY limited, followed by Fukuoka DRUM LOGOS, and Osaka Umeda TRAD, before wrapping up with a finale at Tokyo’s Toyosu PIT, the largest venue in the group’s history.
■October 18 Solo Concert Report
Presale tickets for CANDY TUNE’s first solo concert quickly sold out. The venue, Zepp Shinjuku (Tokyo), was overflowing with fans, and when the Overture began accompanied by excited shouts from the members, the energy in the space immediately became more electrified. The cheers became louder as the girls appeared on stage, starting the show with a new version of CATCH YOU in which each member introduced themselves during the song. Fans called out the names of their favorite members, and as the first number came to a close, the energy changed as TUNE MY WAY began, the members confidently switching to their cool and sharp choreography. Mikanna Seishun followed, showing the group’s variety as the girls captivated the audience with their youthful voices.CANDY TUNE took the stage in new cute yet elegant costumes for this live performance. “I tried to design costumes with autumn flare that kept to our usual style but was also a little different than usual,” said member Bibian Murakawa. “I want to make this the most euphoric space ever,” said member Shizuka Miyano, her enthusiasm for the concert clear. Following the first MC, the group continued with Cu Cu Cu Cute, WAO! AOHARU!, Maewo Muke, and Nanairo Prologue in one go. The audience cheered louder and louder, and keeping up the momentum, CANDY TUNE performed the new song Twilight Dilemma released on October 18. Fans couldn’t take their eyes off the incredible performance, which offered a glimpse of a totally different side of the group. “I think you’ll see an entirely new genre of CANDY TUNE,” said Miyano. The second half of the show featured Kiss Me Patissier, one of CANDY TUNE’s most popular songs, with a call and response portion from Rino Fukuyama. The members performed with all their might, and as the energy hit an all-time high, the final song hanamaru inspired the biggest cheers of the day.
When the members left the stage, the audience immediately begged for an encore. As the girls returned to the stage, they performed their new song Hissatsu Azato Pose for the first time. The lyrics and choreography of the track are cute and flirty, and during the performance, the members addressed the audience with plenty of flirtatious lines and poses that seemed to strike a chord. “The choreography is simple and cute, making it easy for anyone to dance along! I’d be happy if you learn it and dance at live performances or make it go viral on TikTok,” said Nanako Ogawa. Miyano had plenty to say about the solo concert. “We’re only able to perform on bigger and bigger stages because of our dedicated fans and staff members who support us. I also think that fate brought these seven cute girls together. Please continue to watch over us as we grow,” she said. As the atmosphere became more emotional, the group performed their well-known track Nanairo Prologue as their second encore song. In the midst of so much excitement, Miyano suddenly stopped the performance, standing in the center of the stage to announce CANDY TUNE’s 1st Anniversary tour, with the finale to be held at Toyosu PIT. The audience was shocked by both the new song and the announcement of such a major milestone. “Thanks to all the publicity from Ame-chan, we were actually able to achieve our goal of filling up Zepp Shinjuku today. I truly believe that we’ll also be able to sell out Toyosu PIT,” said Ogawa, expressing her sincere gratitude. Natsu Minami, in tears on stage, stepped forward to share her feelings. “Before our debut, the seven of us set this goal. For a while, we thought it might not happen, but thanks to everyone’s love for us, it’s actually coming true. Will you come and see the grown-up version of us on April 27 in Toyosu?” The audience immediately burst into loud applause, and the excitement remained at a fever pitch as CANDY TUNE performed Kiss Me Patissier one more time to bring the solo concert to an end. ■Set List CATCH YOU TUNE MY WAY Mikanna Seishun Cu Cu Cu Cute WAO!AOHARU! Maewo Muke Nanairo Prologue Twilight Dilemma Kiss Me Patissier hanamaru EN Hissatsu Azato Pose Nanairo Prologue Kiss Me Patissier Information
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CANDY TUNE 1st ANNIVERSARY TOUR 2024
Date: March 16, 2024
Venue: ReNY limited (Nagoya)
Time: Doors open 16:30 / Show starts 17:30
Contact: Sunday Folk Promotion 052-320-9100 (12:00~18:00)Date: March 23, 2024
Venue: DRUM LOGOS (Fukuoka)
Time: Doors open 16:30 / Show starts 17:30
Contact: Kyodo West Japan 0570-09-2424 (11:00~15:00/Closed on Sundays and holidays)Date: March 31, 2024
Venue: Umeda TRAD (Osaka)
Time: Doors open 16:00 / Show starts 17:00
Contact: Kyodo Information 0570-200-888Date: April 27, 2023
Venue: Toyosu PIT (Tokyo)
Time: Doors open 16:30 / Show starts 17:30
Contact: HOT STUFF PROMOTION 050-5211-6077 (Weekdays 12:00〜18:00)[Tickets]
VIP Standing: ¥15,000
miniVIP Standing: ¥7,000 (Only for Toyosu PIT)
General Standing: ¥5,000
*All prices include tax, drinks not included.
*Up to 2 tickets per person per show (Multiple applications accepted)
*All tickets are electronic.
*Unauthorized resale of tickets is prohibited.VIP Ticket Bonuses: VIP area in the front of the auditorium, commemorative goods, original electronic ticket, exclusive special event access
miniVIP Ticket Bonuses: Exclusive special event access (No viewing in the front VIP area)■KAWAII LAB. Official Fanclub Presale Tickets
Available: October 19 at 12:00~October 30 at 23:59
URL: https://kawaiilab.asobisystem.com/news/detail/17323■Ticket Outlet Presales
Available: November 3 at 12:00 ~ November 12 at 23:59
URL: Ticket pia https://t.pia.jp/・A special bonus event will be held during this tour.
・All guests attending the performances in Nagoya (March 16), Fukuoka (March 23), and Osaka (March 31) will be able to participate.
・Only VIP and miniVIP ticket holders will be able to attend the special bonus event at the Tokyo show on April 27.
・Purchase of a special ticket is required to attend the event.<Song Information>
Twilight Dilemma – CANDY TUNE (5th Digital Single)
Release Date: October 18, 2023
Streaming URL: https://KAWAIILAB.lnk.to/TD_C
Available to download and stream from all major music distribution sites -
CANDY TUNE, an idol group from ASOBISYSTEM’s KAWAII LAB. project, released the new song WAO!AOHARU! on all major streaming platforms today, September 27. The group debuted in March of this year.
Like the group’s popular song Kiss Me Patissier, which has created plenty of buzz on TikTok and inspired a recent music video, WAO!AOHARU! also features sound production by Naoki Kubo and lyrics by Suu, both from SILENT SIREN. This catchy and fast-paced coming-of-age track expresses the wide range of emotions felt so deeply at a young age, from love and friendship to depression and melancholy. CANDY TUNE expresses their earnest feelings as girls living through the peak of their youth as idols. WAO!AOHARU! will be performed live for the first time at Nanako Ogawa’s Birthday Event at Spotify O-WEST on September 28.
On October 18, CANDY TUNE will hold its long-awaited first solo concert at Zepp Shinjuku in Tokyo. Tickets are available now from a variety of retailers.
CANDY TUNE 1st Solo Concert -NEW WAY-
小川奈々子生誕祭
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WAO!AOHARU!– CANDY TUNE (4th Digital Single)
Streaming URL: https://KAWAIILAB.lnk.to/WAOAOHARU
Available on all major music download and streaming platforms
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CANDY TUNE 1st Solo Concert -NEW WAY-
Date: October 18, 2023
Venue: Zepp Shinjuku (Tokyo)
Time: Doors open 17:30 / Show starts 18:30
Ticket Sales
[Fee]
VIP: ¥15,000 (Tax Included/Drinks separate) *Exclusively available for members of the KAWAII LAB. Official Fanclub (While supplies last)
General Standing: ¥4,000 (Tax Included/Drinks separate)
Where to Buy Tickets:
Lawson Tickets: https://l-tike.com/candytune/
e+: https://eplus.jp/candytune/
Ticket Pia: https://w.pia.jp/t/candytune-t/
Nanako Ogawa Birthday Event
Date: September 28, 2023
Venue: Spotify O-WEST
Time: Doors open 17:30 / Show starts 18:30
Buy Tickets: https://t.pia.jp/pia/event/event.do?eventCd=2332236
[Contact]
HOT STUFF PROMOTION
050-5211-6077
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CANDY TUNE
This seven-member idol group was formed by ASOBISYSTEM’s KAWAII LAB.
project. The members include Rino Fukuyama, Mizuki Kirihara, Natsu Minami,
Nanako Ogawa, Bibian Murakawa, Shizuka Miyano, and Kotomi Tachibana.
The group’s producer is model and TV personality Misa Kimura, the former leader
of Musubizm and the general producer of KAWAII LAB. With the project’s motto
‘From Harajuku to the world’ in mind, the group is aiming to share their “NEW
WAY” from Harajuku, a fashion town where diverse cultures gather and
individuality reigns supreme.
Just like candy, which comes in tons of different flavors and shapes, the members will bring their own unique personalities and quirks to their pop tunes as they carry on KAWAII LAB’s mission of sharing Harajuku style with the world.
Fanclub: https://kawaiilab.asobisystem.com/
X (Twitter):https://twitter.com/candy_tune_
Instagram: https://instagram.com/candy__tune
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@CANDY_TUNE
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU0PgOXf0lxzVxN2TLzMJkw
note (Live Schedule): https://note.com/candy_tune