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Hello, everyone.
This is the third time this year.
AKB48 Group Asia Festival 2021
I'd like to give you an online press conference.
I'm MC Otsutoyama, Bad Boy.
Thank you.
This is Sata.
No, I can't even introduce myself.
Just remember Sata.
The one next to me is Kiyoto-kun.
Thank you.
It's been about four years since I've worked with AKB.
I've cut ties.
You don't have to cut ties.
You don't have to say that you cut ties.
AKB fans are watching.
Thank you.
Now, this year's Asia Festival, which we've been waiting for, is finally opening up.
What kind of festival will it be?
Today's conference will be held online between Tokyo and Asia for seven years.
I'd like to invite members of AKB48 Group to join us in Asia.
We're going to have a lively press conference.
Please stay tuned until the end.
First of all, I'd like to start with Terada, who plays Torishimaru, on behalf of Burnout Studio.
I'd like to hear from Terada about AKB48 Group and this year's Asia Festival.
Thank you, Terada.
Who is it?
It's Mr. Terada.
Nice to meet you.
Mr. Terada, please introduce yourself.
I'm Terada from Avana Lostum.
Nice to meet you.
AKB48 is an idol group that performs every day at a special theater.
It was born on December 8, 2005.
Not only in Japan...
Mr. Terada, I think it's better to shift a little.
Mr. Terada, please look at the screen in the back.
I'm sorry.
Not only in Japan, but also all over the world.
We have received a lot of support from many fans.
Thanks to you, it will be our 15th anniversary in 2020.
That's great.
We are going to spread the entertainment of the 48 group all over the world.
With JKT48, which was born in 2011,
We have developed an overseas sister group called AKB48 in Asian cities.
This year, on June 27th,
A live event where AKB48 and overseas sister groups gather at the same time.
AKB48 Group Asia Festival
I would like to hold this online.
That's great.
We have planned to hold it in 2020.
Coronavirus, which is popular all over the world.
This has had a very big impact on entertainment.
What can we do now?
With stage performance and XR technology.
A new attempt.
This is an online event.
We decided to hold it as a live event.
Until the day of the live,
With the members of the world and the fans.
It's like a cultural exchange between the 48 groups in each city.
We're going to have a lot of fun.
Until June 27th.
Please look forward to it.
Thank you very much.
That's too bad.
You shouldn't have said that.
It's been a long time.
Don't say, it's been a long time.
You have to explain it well.
The first online conference.
In addition, media technology will be integrated there.
Let's take a look at the Asia Festival logo in the studio.
Let's see what it looks like with AR.
AR, come on!
Here it is.
I feel like my lower body is hidden right now.
I'm not putting this out.
Please understand.
If you put it out, you can make it smaller.
Stop it.
Who's small?
Please stop.
The important thing is this year's theme.
The theme is global cultural exchange between 8 cities, including Japan.
I'm sure it's going to be more lively than usual.
I'd like to say hello to the managers and management staff here.
Hello, everyone.
It's connected like this.
That's what it's like.
You can broadcast from all over the world.
Let me introduce them one by one.
First of all, JKT48 Manager Melody.
And BNK48 Manager Peeb.
And MNR48 President Kurosawa.
And AKB48 Team SHA Vice President Li Xiaofen.
And SGO48 CEO Tai Guen.
And AKB48 Team TP General Manager Rian Zhicheng.
And CGM48 Manager Rina Izuta.
Oh, Izuketsu.
You're the only one who calls me Izuketsu, aren't you?
Yes, thank you.
It's finally starting.
I'd like to ask you about the characteristics of each group.
Let's take a look in the middle.
Let's start with Melody of JKT48.
Hello, everyone. I'm Melody Niran Danilasamy, GKT48 General Manager, Theater.
We are a KB48 sister group based in Jakarta, Indonesia.
This year, we did restructurization of our group,
and we will begin a new era with 33 members.
Approaching 10 years of GKT48,
we will make new innovations through theater shows and songs that we will release
so that we don't lose against this pandemic.
And we will continue to cheer on everyone.
Thank you.
Next, Pim from BNK48.
Hello.
Thank you.
We, BNK48, are a group that is mainly based in Bangkok.
The highlight of BNK48 is that our members are very talented
and ready to learn new things all the time.
This year will be another exciting and exciting year for us
because there will be a comeback of a long-lost big concert.
Please look forward to it. Thank you.
Thank you.
It's bright.
I like the smile.
Thank you.
Next, Kurosawa from MNL48.
Hello.
We, MNL48, have been active since 2018 based in Manila, the Philippines.
During the pandemic last year,
We also have a group called Baby Blue, a sub-unit that has been formed, and we are also active overseas and in Japan.
We would like to make the group a group that can do international activities by taking advantage of the characteristics and characteristics of the English- speaking people who love entertainment.
I would like to join the 3rd term of the previous month and further power up, so thank you.
Mr. Osawa, did you appear in Outrage?
No, I didn't.
Oh, I'm sorry.
I'm sorry.
Now, Mr. Lee from Team SH.
Hello.
We are AKB48 Team SH.
We were established in Shanghai, China on December 3, 2018.
It's been over two years now.
We have a public performance every month, and now we have a total of 47 members.
We are from all over China, so each of our members is very beautiful.
We hope to bring you more rich and colorful charm.
Thank you.
Now, Mr. Tai from SGO48.
Hi.
I am Tai, and we are SGO48.
SGO48 is operating in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and I am very proud of 23 members of SGO48, especially 3 girls here, Casey, Anna, and Anh Sang.
All members devoted a lot in the last two years, and I really appreciate it.
We are doing the audition for the second generation, and I hope that with the positive energy SGO48 brings to all the fans, we will be more successful this year.
Thank you.
Now, Mr. Liang from Team ATP.
Hello, everyone.
Nice to meet you.
We are Team TP, a team of AKB48, based in Taipei.
There are more than 40 members in KENETORA, divided into 3 units,
and we have a public performance every month.
Team TP is characterized by members from all over the world
with a variety of colors and abilities.
This year, our goal is to make more people come to the public performance
to experience the youthful energy of Team TP.
Thank you.
Now, let's hear from Izuta from CGM48.
Hi, we are CGM48, a group that has been active in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
We are the second group in Thailand,
and we are currently the newest group in the 48 Group.
We made our debut around a year ago,
and we are still the newest group.
We want to do more activities in the future.
Thank you, everyone.
I'm really looking forward to this year's ASEAN Festival.
Please look forward to it.
Thank you to everyone in the 7-year competition,
the management staff, and the representative of EVANABLOSS.
Now, let's take a look at the introduction video of AKB48.
Here's the video.
Even though I'm not special
No one else, no one else
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
I don't want to, I can't resist
The long-awaited miracle
The light that shines on me
Is the only answer to my truth
1, 2, 3, 4!
I want you
I need you
I love you
My love, do you know
That I'm still waiting for you in my heart?
I'm not afraid of you, I'm not afraid of you
I am a good girl, I am a good girl.
You are a good girl.
I am a good girl.
When we are together, we are very happy.
Because we are cute, we are cute.
We are very happy.
We are cute.
We are very happy.
The two of them, AKB48, have come to our studio.
Please come in.
Nice to meet you.
Please introduce yourself.
I'm Miyon Mukaichi, the general director of AKB48.
I'm Nana Okada. Nice to meet you.
You've grown up a lot.
It's been a while.
Mukaichi, you're the general director.
That's right.
So you're the head of the AKB48 group.
I'm the head.
You're the head.
How many members are there in the AKB48 group?
I can't count.
About 200 to 300.
It's as many as the number of entertainers in Yoshimoto.
Yoshimoto is amazing, too.
AKB48 is a world-class group now.
And you two have been looking at each other all the time.
That's not true.
I've been watching you from behind.
They're good kids who look at each other.
I'm just looking at you because you're not talking.
The members of AKB48 are also online, so let's call them.
Everyone, this way, please.
That's amazing.
There are three members representing each group.
21 members of each group have joined us remotely.
First of all, let's start with Gabriella, the only one- year-old member of JKT48.
Please introduce the group and the members.
Hello, everyone.
We are JKT48.
I'm Gaby.
My name is Gaby.
Hello, I'm Peony.
Hello, my name is Peony.
Hello, I'm Z.
Hello, everyone. I'm Z.
Thank you.
Next is BNK48 Captain Chaplin.
Hello.
I'm Captain Chaplin of BNK48.
This is Team BT, Captain of BNK48.
Hello, I'm Pan.
I'm Team N5, Captain of N5.
Hello, I'm Dawan.
Nice to meet you.
She's good at Japanese.
Next is MNL48 Captain Shakey.
Hello.
I'm MNL48 Captain Shakey.
Today, I'm going to the general election.
Center girl, MNL48 Abby.
Hello.
My name is Abby.
Nice to meet you.
Also, I'm with MNL48 Colleen.
Hello, everyone.
I'm MNL48 Colleen.
Nice to meet you.
I'm Colleen.
Nice to meet you.
Next is MNL48 Captain Mao.
Hello.
Hello, everyone. I'm the leader of AKB48 Team SH, Mao Weijia.
I'm Mao Weijia of AKB48 Team SH.
In the studio are my members, Liu Nian and Zeng Sichun.
And this is Chunchun.
I'm Zeng Sichun of AKB48 Team SH.
Nice to meet you.
I'm Zeng Sichun. Nice to meet you.
I'm Chunchun.
Hello, everyone. I'm Liu Nian.
It's been a long time.
Cute.
Nice to meet you.
And this is KC of SGO48.
I'm KC of SGO48.
KC, you're sexy.
Thank you.
I'm KC. I'm the captain of SGO48.
And the two members are Anna and Ansan.
Hi, everyone.
Hello, I'm Anna. Nice to meet you.
Nice to meet you.
Nice to meet you, SGO48.
Nice to meet you, Ansan.
Thank you.
And this is Chen of AKB48 Team TP.
Hello, I'm Chen.
Hello, I'm the captain of AKB48 Team TP.
Hello, everyone. I'm Miyabi.
And this is Stitch from Hong Kong.
Stitch from Hong Kong.
Stitch.
I'm Stitch.
Cute.
And this is Soba of Genki.
Soba of Genki.
Hello, I'm Soba.
Nice to meet you.
Thank you.
And this is Ohm of SGO48.
Hello, I'm Ohm.
Hello, I'm Ohm of SGO48.
Today, I'm here with two members.
This is Sita.
Hello, I'm Sita.
Nice to meet you.
And this is Kanin.
Kanin.
Only Kanin is frozen.
Kanin.
Are you slacking off?
No, I'm not slacking off.
Kanin.
There's a situation with the radio, so please take care of us.
I didn't know there was such a big sister group.
That's amazing.
Please take care of us.
Now, it's sudden, but I'd like to move on to the Q&A corner.
It's sudden, isn't it?
Let's start with the first question.
The first question is from Mukaichi and Okada from AKB48.
This year's Asia Festival will be held with a new approach.
Is there anything you want to do and expect to do because it's online?
Yes, that's right.
Only a limited number of members of AKB48 have been able to participate in the Asia Festival.
So, since it's online, I'd like to have more members participate and deepen the interaction between the groups.
That's right. You can perform online all over the world.
That's amazing.
Kanin.
Can you say it again?
What? I didn't hear you.
I said it properly.
You didn't say it properly.
Why?
Also, since it's my first time doing an online event,
I'd like to do a live performance using video.
I'd like to do something like a collaboration.
That's right.
There's a lot of CG in the video.
That's right.
Please look forward to it.
The next question is from Pan from BLK48.
Pan, are you ready?
What are you looking forward to at this year's Asia Festival?
Thank you.
The next question is from Charplan.
As BLK48, what do you want to express to the world?
Thank you.
The next question is from Gabriela from JKT48.
What are you looking forward to at this year's Asia Festival?
Thank you!
What kind of memories do you have?
I'm looking forward to seeing the fans gathering in China and Shanghai,
because we can have the same kind of idols that we like,
gather together and become friends,
and cheer for the idols together.
I think it's really hard to forget.
Please!
Yes, that's right.
Then, this is a question for ZenSan.
As Team SH, what kind of performance do you want to show?
Hi, in 2019, the Asian Festival held in Shanghai was the 1st anniversary of our debut.
This year is actually the 3rd anniversary of our debut.
So during this time, the members of Team SH have made a lot of improvements.
We are also looking forward to what kind of songs we can sing at this Asian Festival.
Because we want to show the charm and style of Team SH to the world.
So we also want to convey our vitality and enthusiasm to all the viewers watching our performance around the world.
We will do our best. Please look forward to it.
Thank you very much.
Next, this is a question for Abit Corin from MNL48.
What are you conscious of for fans from other countries?
Yes, to everyone who supports us, we just want to thank you for all the love you give us for MNL48 and we will always do our best to make you happy.
Love you guys so much!
Hello everyone, hello MNLUVs around Asia. Thank you, thank you so much for supporting us and for giving us the love that you want to give us.
We are so happy and grateful to have you all so much.
Thank you, thank you so much for all the love and appreciation you're giving us.
Thank you.
Love you all so much.
You didn't answer the question, did you?
What is it?
Thank you.
I want to answer.
Yes, thank you.
Now, we have a question for KC-san from SGO48.
KC-san.
Please tell us the biggest feature of your group and why you are not inferior to other groups.
I would like to answer.
All the members of the AKB48 group have their own characteristics.
Not only the appearance, but also the way they perform on stage will make the fans think,
Oh, which AKB48 member is this?
All the members try to build the image of AKB48.
Usually, you can meet the most active members and bring the most positive energy to the fans through the songs and activities of the group.
And for SGO48, the characteristic of the group is to enjoy a variety of cultures from 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam.
Therefore, this is a way for girls to easily convey the multi-colored energy to the fans in every age group.
Thank you.
Next, we have a question for AOM and KANIN from CGM48.
CGM48 is the first Asian festival to be held in the United States.
What is the biggest feature of your group?
Is there anything you haven't lost to other groups?
For AOM, I think this is the first time CGM48 has had the opportunity to join.
All of our members are very excited.
And I think our strength is our cute and bright members.
Everyone is very focused.
And one more thing, Rina, our talented member,
told us that our group will focus on performance, right?
Therefore, our practice will be very intense.
Our group's strength is our excellent performance.
Thank you.
Personally, I think our group's strength is the determination of the girls.
They are determined and ready to go.
They are able to support their fans.
They are cute and cute.
They are ready to go with us.
It's like what AOM said.
Our group will focus on performance.
Therefore, we are ready and beautiful.
You will see it in our opening performance.
It's an original song called Marii.
I'm looking forward to it.
Thank you.
And Chansia from Team TP.
I have a question.
Please tell us the reason why you want to be seen at the Asia Festival.
I think each group has its own characteristics.
But as the leader of Team TP, I hope everyone will pay more attention to the members of Team TP.
We will do our best to convey our vitality and passion through performance.
I hope everyone will look forward to it with us.
Thank you very much.
Do you have any other questions for each group?
How about the members of BNK48?
I have a question for JKT48.
Do you have any questions?
I have a question for JKT48.
What's your question for JKT48?
Pan?
I saw that right now JKT48 is having a big change.
I want to know that what do you want your team to be, how do you want your team to be?
Is there anything you want to show in this year's Asia Festival?
Please answer to Fio from JKT48.
Do you have any question for Fio?
I have a question too. I heard that BNK48 is having an online performance, so do you have any other future plans?
So we already have online performances a lot and for this time, especially for AKB Asia Festival we want to bring our originality and something new which will be fun and will bring excitement to everyone. So please look forward to it.
Thank you very much. It's great that the teams can meet like this.
Now we will move on to questions from the media. Thank you very much for participating.
Thank you very much.
Now for the representative questions. Let's start with this one.
This is a question for Mukaichi from Ikkansports.
What would you like to say to the fans of AKB48 and what would you like to appeal to the overseas fans of AKB48?
First of all, I think that having friends all over the world is a very strong part.
For example, AKB's famous song is sung by friends from all over the world in various languages.
I really want you to see that. Also, the individuality of each group is very strong, so I would be happy if you could enjoy the differences in performance.
Are there any differences in dance?
No. Two years ago, I had a performance of MNL48 that I had never seen before.
Oh, with a song?
Yes, with a song.
The singing ability was amazing.
I was stimulated by that.
Thank you.
Now for the next question.
This is a question for Nana Okada from Tokyo Sports Newspaper.
Please tell us what you think about being able to hold festivals online and overseas while it is difficult to make a living due to COVID-19.
I am able to participate in Asian festivals every time.
I was looking forward to meeting overseas members and fans every year.
It's a shame that we can't meet in person this time, but I'm glad that we can meet online, so I'm very happy to have this opportunity.
Thank you.
Are you serious?
No, I want to meet you!
I want to meet cute members!
Here is the next question.
This is a question for ABS-CBL Philippines, MNL48.
What do you think about participating in such a big event?
What kind of performance can fans expect at this event?
I'm looking forward to the performances.
These are groups of performances as well.
You guys should watch because we will be having unique performances this time.
But for now, it's a secret because it's a planning stage.
Our concept is about Sulong, which means go forward and move forward.
Stay tuned for more announcements.
Thank you.
I'm looking forward to it.
This is a question from overseas media.
That's amazing.
Thank you very much, reporters.
The online press conference will continue after this.
Let's dig a little deeper into this year's Asia Festival.
This year's online press conference, XR Live, is one of the biggest attractions.
By the way, Okada-san, do you know what XR stands for?
I don't know!
You said it clearly.
You said it right away.
I've never heard of AR and VR.
What is X?
Kiyota-san, do you know what XR stands for?
I don't know!
What's with this guy?
He's not smart.
He's not smart at all.
At least try to be funny.
Anyway, this XR stands for X-Reality.
It's an image processing technology called XR.
XR Live uses this technology to put images and computer-based information on people and objects.
By expanding the real world, you can have a more immersive and moving experience than a real live performance.
For example, the stage suddenly becomes a space, a vast land,
or a three-dimensional song title appears like a sculpture.
It's an image of a world that transcends reality.
Did you get the nuance?
I got it.
This is what I was talking about earlier.
Success!
I was surprised.
I was wondering if I should take all the credit for what I said.
That's what it is, isn't it, Mukaichi-san?
That's not all.
We will also introduce a new technology called Emoris, which allows new user experiences.
Emoris?
To put it simply, Emoris plays a role in connecting the live venue and everyone.
Not only do you watch the live broadcast, but you can also participate in the online event.
you will be able to share your experience in real time with people who are far away from you as a visualizer.
You can send messages and reactions to the viewers, and you can enjoy it intactly.
I think that's the great thing about this year's Asia Festa.
Now, this Emorys is not limited to 100 copies.
Today, there are about 100 fans invited from 8 cities including Japan.
I'd like to give you a little experience.
I've already told you about Emorys in advance, so I think it's perfect.
First of all, I'd like you to send a passionate message of support to us here and the members of 7 cities.
I'd like to see what it's like.
Are you all ready?
What do you think?
Let's look at the screen over there.
I think it's better to avoid this one.
Everyone says it's cute.
Let's take a look at this screen.
It's Na-chan.
This is how the comments are sent.
Is it true?
Where did you doubt?
It's cute.
I think it's time for everyone to type.
It's coming in like this.
Hello, everyone.
Mion, Mion.
Na-chan is cute.
Mion, Mion.
I miss you, Bad Boys.
I'm still alive.
Good job.
Thank you.
It's not just because of COVID-19 that fans can see it like this.
I don't think this is possible because it's online.
Thank you very much, everyone.
Thank you for your comments on the day of the festival.
How do you feel about the comments coming in like this?
I'm happy.
I always get comments like this on SNS.
It's coming out during the live, isn't it?
That's right.
It's new.
I'm getting excited.
It's cute to dance like this.
I'm happy.
I can concentrate.
You can interact with your fans like this.
We are currently preparing to make this Emoris even more exciting, such as lottery and bingo, so please look forward to it.
Let's try another action feature.
I think the screen will switch to the Emoris project cheering action.
When you press the action button at the time specified here, it will appear on the stage where it is being distributed.
I'd like to send something to this studio today.
Team SH's Mao Weijia.
What do you want to send?
Cheering stick.
Paddle.
Microphone.
Asia Festival's big logo.
Logo?
Yes, logo.
Meow.
Oh, I got it. Let's fly a balloon!
Let's fly a balloon! Here we go!
I can't do it with a heart so suddenly.
This is amazing, isn't it?
As a proof of support, you can fly a balloon like this.
The screen is very flashy, isn't it? It's gorgeous.
Yes, I think it's fun. Thank you, everyone.
This is what comes out. It looks like it's going to be even more exciting.
I don't feel like a heart right now.
We weren't able to get ready for that, either.
I was hoping that a balloon would come out, but I didn't expect a heart or something like that.
I'm looking forward to it. There are a lot of things coming out.
Now, that's it.
It was just a part of it, but we introduced EMORIUS to you.
Now, here's an important announcement for you all.
For the holding of the Asia Festival 2021 Online,
We've decided to implement the SNS Global Promotion Project.
Members of the AKB48 group, including overseas, of course.
I'd like to ask the fans to participate in this project as well.
I'd like to create an experience called Asia Festival 2021 Online with you all.
Then, please give us the details from the two of you.
There are two major plans for this global promotion.
The first is to use TikTok to hold an online cultural festival for AKB48 Group Asia Festival 2021 Online.
We will create a special TikTok account, and in that account,
we will upload posts that each member is good at,
and posts that take advantage of their individuality.
Fans will be able to like, comment, share, and participate in various actions in this project,
and a special incentive and bonus will be given to each member of the group who has gained a lot of reactions.
I'm glad.
The final result will be announced on the day of the festival.
So, on the festival stage, there is a chance to get attention from members who do not perform and win.
I'm looking forward to seeing what kind of excitement it will be.
And the second one is?
The second one is a webcast.
You can see the charm and highlights of this festival from the TikTok live and online distribution platform.
You can watch the unreleased live video of the Asia Festival that AKB48 Group has performed with the members,
the progress of the TikTok project, and the charm of overseas sister groups and members.
It will be a special program, so please check it out.
And the host of this program is BAD BOYS.
Oh, I've never heard of it.
What?
That's a lie.
I've never heard of it.
Really?
Is it offered now?
It's offered now.
I'm probably going camping that day.
No, no, no.
If you go camping, refuse.
I'm sorry.
If you're working, you won't know.
I'm sorry.
Thank you.
Details of this global promotion plan will be available on the festival's special website for a while.
Please check it out.
That's all.
Thank you very much.
I'd like to make this even more exciting.
Now, here's some important information about how to watch it.
The AKB48 Group Asia Festival 2021 Online will be held at the Tokyo Dome City Hall on Sunday, June 27, 2021.
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You can watch it on the special website. Please check the details of the ticket on the special site.
Thank you again, everyone.
So, it's about time for the press conference.
I'm not feeling any emotions at all.
Now, on June 27th, AKB48, including the overseas 48 sister group, will be held online as the main base in Tokyo and will be gathered at Ichido.
I hope you can experience the new form of entertainment that will not lose to the coronavirus with your own eyes and body.
Now, on behalf of the AKB48 group, we would like to ask you to send us a message.
Thank you to everyone all over the world who supports the AKB48 group.
I'm looking forward to seeing you a lot at this year's online festival, the Online Asia Festival.
Yes, the fans couldn't meet in person because of the coronavirus, and we couldn't get together as a group, so we were very lonely.
We're really looking forward to it, and we're going to practice a lot and do our best until June.
Please look forward to it.
I'm looking forward to it.
Thank you.
I hope you can brighten this dark world with your power.
Kiyoshi, do you have anything to say?
It's been a lot of fun, but one thing.
The XR ad-hoc comment was really cold.
It's been a long time since I've noticed.
It was cold.
I'm a classmate from Tokyo.
I'm hurt.
It was cold, wasn't it?
I don't think everyone was that cold.
Thank you to all the BLUETOOTH members for the past seven years.
On June 27th, let's have a good time with everyone at the Tokyo Dome City Hall.
Good-bye.
Thank you so much!
Thank you!
I was bitten by a strong impulse
Let the new dawn embrace the world