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  ーIt’s been 1 and a half years since your last performance at Tokyo Dome. What’s your perspective on that, Kousaka-san? Kousaka: It feels like it was quite a while ago, and when they told us that we’d be performing at Tokyo Dome again, I also thought “Huh?? Already!?” So I do feel both ways about it. But last time it felt like performing there was a privilege given to us, while this time I feel we’ll be on that stage through our own ability. Also, when I look at the video of last time, my hair is so short. That’s another thing that made me realize just how much time has passed.  ーIn that time, the environment and state of things surrounding Sakurazaka46 have changed. What do you think about that? Kousaka: Right, I heard that tickets for the 4th tour were sold out, so I hope that can be the case for our Tokyo Dome performance as well. We get to put out good songs every time we release a single, and even if we’re the ones doing it, we feel that the production for the concerts are cool a

  It has been about a year and a half since your last performance at Tokyo Dome. Did that period feel long or short to you, Tamura-san? It felt like exactly the right length, a proper year and a half—not too long or too short. Even though it didn't seem like either to me, hearing the number again made me realize only a year and a half had passed since then. What changes has Tamura-san felt over this past year and a half? In a good way, I think we've stayed the same, but the environment around us, like the size of venues and locations has changed a lot. It was surprising in that sense, and especially at first, it felt strange as I wondered why things had changed so drastically. You have released 4 singles in just a year, but did you notice the reaction growing every time? Right... However, our approach to the songs and productions, as well as how we connect with Buddies hasn't changed at all. Speaking of which, the Blu-ray for 'Soko Magattara, Sakurazaka?' was releas