Live/Livestream reports, musical/stage reports, etc.
As previously announced, SixTONES' Juri Tanaka stars in the stage play called โBokura no nanoka kan Sensou 2025โ (Seven Days War), which will be performed from 24 August to 2 September at Tokyo Tatemono Brillia HALL and in five other venues across Japan, including Osaka, Aichi and Kumamoto. I will write an exclusive review of the … Continue reading Stage Review: Bokura no nanoka kan Sensou 2025
In an age where younger, fresher idols dominate the scene, You Yokoyama (44) of SUPER EIGHT - a man known for his stubborn competitive streak - continues to innovate and keep pushing forward; finding new ways to challenge himself to remain relevant in the ever-changing idol world. Written by Mimi โฅ Fans call him Yoko. … Continue reading Live Report: ROCK TO YOU: You Yokoyama Defines Rock on His Own Terms
This August, SixTONESโ Yugo Kochi took center stage in the theatrical production "Aru Hi, Aru Toki, Nai Otoko", opening at The Globe Tokyo before continuing to Osaka and Fukuoka. Iโll be bringing readers an exclusive review, offering an insider look at the performance, the cast, and the unique energy of this stage adaptation for Dumpling … Continue reading Stage Review: Aru Hi, Aru Toki, Nai Otoko
Two-thirds of Penlight Chronicles had the absolute pleasure of attending the very first stop of Travis Japanโs VIIsual World Tour in New York City, while the other third (it is I, Zoe) woke up bright and early in Japan to catch the livestream via FAMILY CLUB Online. Itโs always a rare and precious occasion when … Continue reading Livestream Report: Travis Japan World Tour 2025 VIIsual โ New York
In 2018, Tokyo B Shonen and HiHi Jets were introduced to me by Junior CHANNEL. Their youthful interactions, mischief, curiosity, and wonders made me vow to never take my eyes off them. I vowed to be there for their debut concerts. Even if I spread my wings to get to know other idol groups, I … Continue reading Live Report: ACEes Arena Tour 2025 PROLOGUE: Jewels So Bright You Cry Out of Shock
On August 31st, Hey! Say! JUMP! had their very first appearance in a-nation! It is an annual series of summer concerts organized by Avex. This year's concert took place at the Ajinomoto Stadium. After the former member Nakajima Yutoโs graduation from the group, it was their first appearance in public as a 7 member group. … Continue reading Hey! Say! JUMP ใa-nation 2025ใ: With the 7 of them, let’s JUMP towards a new future!
Blending powerful sounds and high-energy moves, B&ZAI delivered an explosive performance at this year's SUMMER SONIC music festival, leaving a lasting impression and marking a significant milestone in their career. After 5 consecutive performances on Summerfest/Sunny Beats from the 3rd to the 7th, B&ZAI rounded up their August dates with an appearance at SUMMER SONIC … Continue reading Report: B&ZAI at SUMMER SONIC 2025
Kento Nakajima (ไธญๅณถๅฅไบบ), affectionately known as โKentyโ (ใใใฆใใผ), has long been one of my favorite J-Pop idols. As someone whoโs also had the privilege of interviewing him for Life in Cartoon Motion, when I heard his Taipei show would be available via livestream, I knew I had to stay awake to watch. So, from my … Continue reading Livestream Report: KENTO NAKAJIMA 1st Live 2025 in TAIPEI โN / biasโ ๅฑ (Gai)
Kis-My-Ft2 just finished off their 2025 tour. MAGFACT was released on May 21st, and the tour with the same title has taken them to 8 different cities for a total of 24 shows. Today, we're diving into a particularly special show, held at Yokohama Arena in August. Kis-My-Ft2, often referred to as โKisumaiโ, debuted in … Continue reading Live Report: Kis-My-Ft2 LIVE TOUR 2025 MAGFACT
Dumpling Box tuned into the livestream of Yokoyama Expo from across the world. What follows may include spoilers, but more than anything, itโs an honest experience of enjoying Kansaiโs warm chaos from the other side of the earth. On September 11, 2025, Osakaโs EXPO arena โMatsuriโ was supposed to host a celebration of Kansaiโs warmth … Continue reading Livestream Report: Yokoyama Expo
