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Keyakizaka46 that became more gentle after the 2nd generation joined Keyakizaka46, since its formation, has always had dense days. Especially the period from 2019 to 2020 was a particularly fulfilling period up to now. Ishimori: It sure is. In fact, what was the biggest difference from your previous activities? Ishimori: I think I've done a lot of live performances up until now, but I have a personal memory of doing more than that last year. After all, I think the Tokyo Dome is the big one. Ozeki: It was also the year I spent a lot of time with the 2nd generation. From winter a year before last year (2018) we participated together on singing programs, and we were really joining our activities together in April during Anniversary Live from Osaka. Because of it, I wonder if last year was when Keyakizaka46 started to change bit by bit. Ishimori: Last year was the first time for the 2nd generation to fill graduated members’ position and perform live. Because of it, the ...

Takemoto Yui is respected by her peers and loved by her seniors. Even though she has the impression of having a bright character, no one yet knows the existence of the darkness in her. Because of her past, she has jumped into the idol world in search of light. However, the year 2019 had prepared thick walls for her. Interviewer：　If you were to write an essay titled "My 2019", what would you write? Takemoto：　I'd write about the year in which my regular activities as Keyakizaka46 started. Moreover, this was the year that I can think that I became a member in the true sense of the word. Interviewer：　If you think of it as a whole, was it a plus or a minus? Takemoto：　I can't decide whether it is a minus or a plus. I really appreciate that I was able to experience various things, and I had fun doing lots of things that I’ve never had the chance to experience in my life. Although, I was not able to get the expected results in each one, as there were parts where I ...

A good listener and speaker, with her cheerful disposition, she can even run the show. Seeing Matsuda Rina as MC of a live performance, she’s been entrusted to the position of “leader” for Keyakizaka46’s 2nd generation, one she’s an absolute natural at. However, at merely 20 years old, life has had its ups and downs. Or rather, perhaps I should say she’s had a steep ‘slope’ to climb. Either way, it’s precisely because she chose to carve her own path, she has become the person she is today. Interviewer: Rina, what kind of girl were you when you were little? Matsuri: I’m often told I was comical… or rather, I joked around a lot… I was pretty much just a prankster (lol). I’d always make funny faces when taking pictures. I was the kind of kid whose teacher told me when I graduated kindergarten, “Rina-chan have a gap” Interviewer: Then, around when did you start liking to sing ? Matsuri: If my memory serves me right, it was around 4th year of elementary school that I saw a music...

The similar two Just the two of you talking like this, has it happened in the past? Habu: It’s the first time! That’s why we kept saying “I wonder why this combination?” First of all, in relation to the two of you, the first time the fans were excited was during the Keyakake (Keyakitte, Kakenai?) Valentine episode when Habu-san confessed to Inoue-san that she liked her. Habu: In the dressing room, I’ll often end up looking at her. Her face is my type and she has unusual behaviours so I thought that she was cute. Inoue: (Blushing) Hehe Previously, when Inoue-san was being interviewed for Bubka, it seems like the editorial department thought “She’s the same type as Habu”. On that occasion, they thought to have you two converse together. Habu: So that’s why! I also thought “She’s the same type as me” (laughs). Inoue: I’m super super sorry but I’m super super happy! Habu: Even throughout the show, you can really see her positive attitude, while thinking that she’s a g...

Sometimes, idols sacrifice their emotions -- Keyakizaka46’s Watanabe Risa’s “change” and “determination” In January 2020, Hirate Yurina withdrew from Keyakizaka46. The shock is still fresh in memory. Ever since she served as Center for the 2016 debut single “Silent Majority” at the young age of 14 years old, she has been the immoveable Center for all of the singles. With her overwhelming presence she has created the atmosphere of many songs, and her charismatic presence created Keyakizaka46’s image as “a top Idol group who encapsulates anti-Idolness”. The world shook greatly because of Hirate’s withdrawal. "What exactly happened to Keyakizaka46? And what will happen to the group in the future?" As an answer to these questions, the group's first documentary film, "Our Lies and Truth: DOCUMENTARY of Keyakizaka46," will soon be released. This film will be an important work for many fans as it approaches the real-life image of Hirate Yurina and Keyakizaka...

*Kashinfuu (花信風) is "spring wind telling the tidings of flowers" Campus life -Currently, university is in spring break but, how do you mostly spend your holidays? I watch various movies, read manga and books. My favorite genre is sad stories. I really liked “I want to eat your pancreas”. I read the light novel and I also watched the movie version. The various differences are also interesting. What I read recently is “My lover is like a cherry blossom”. Sickness, bad home environment......I have lived happily without having to experience those. I can only experience those types of words with books and movies after all. I believe that the best thing about movies and light novels is that you can imagine different worlds. Because I have no such education, my mother often said “Please read books”, so that is also a reason (laughs). -Are there times when you go out with any members? The other day I went to shop for clothes with Mii-chan (Koike Minami), after that we a...

The Hirate Yurina who makes an appearance in the studio with a school uniform image.  While being a national talent, she is an active high school student. With innocence and shyly expressing “Please take care of me”, the staff is left with an impressive greeting. ---- Today you came into the studio wearing a school uniform right? Since I am in my 3rd year of high school, I have to do my best in studying. Lately, everyday I have been wearing my uniform. I hate studying but you can only be a 3rd year in high school once in your life. If I study properly now, I think I am able to pass the examination when I want to take it. I was thinking there are various alternatives and choices in life. Even between work, I will try to find the time to study. Only Hirate who has an overwhelming presence on the stage, when watching you doing your activities, I forget about it.  I was surprised to see an 18 year old female highschool student in her uniform. Yes, I am a highschool st...

“If I can manage to go forward keeping up with the things I’m able to do now, I believe I can grow more.” What’s important is “Now”. Even if you understand the concept, through your age and experiences, you truly understand the way things are for the first time. “This year it became ingrained in me,” she muttered. ---- Keyakizaka46 is going through a period of change. During this turning point, I want to hear how Risa is feeling. From the 9th single onwards the senbatsu system has been used but, I felt like this would be necessary eventually, so now I’m looking at it positively. These are only my feelings but, compared to our first 1-2 years since we debuted, honestly, it feels like the momentum of the group is weakening. I couldn’t understand why that is the case......This change, it became an opportunity to change that situation, I really hope that the group will move forward in a better direction. Does that mean that Risa also felt this so-called “stagnation” feeling? ...