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"Wow, otters are such cute animals!" I grew to really love them!
ab: What are you into at the moment? Is there anything you're totally crazy about right now?
Someya: I really love otters! I'm really into Asian small-clawed otters! There's kind of an otter boom right at the moment. May 30th is now World Otter Day! There's even otter cafes now!
ab: Do you keep any as pets?!
Someya: No (lol)! I wish! But aren't they quite noisy, though?? And they also bathe in water... So I guess it would be kind of tricky...
Nakagawa: --- Searching for otters on his phone ---
Someya: I was watching a video and was suddenly like... "Wow, otters are such cute animals!" I really grew to love them!
Nakagawa: (Showing his mobile phone to Someya) Is this it?
Someya: Yeah, that's the one! They are so kawaii!! So cute!! Please check out the video!
ab: Do you keep any as pets?!
Someya: No (lol)! I wish! But aren't they quite noisy, though?? And they also bathe in water... So I guess it would be kind of tricky...
Nakagawa: --- Searching for otters on his phone ---
Someya: I was watching a video and was suddenly like... "Wow, otters are such cute animals!" I really grew to love them!
Nakagawa: (Showing his mobile phone to Someya) Is this it?
Someya: Yeah, that's the one! They are so kawaii!! So cute!! Please check out the video!
ab: There are Asian small-clawed otters at the Fukuoka City Zoological Garden. It's so cute seeing them play around with ropes and stuff! Mr. Nakagawa, what are you into at the moment?
Nakagawa: What am I into at the moment?! What kind of category would you like me to talk about??
ab: Whatever fascinates you right now!!
Nakagawa: Well, that's going to be "laundry," then!
ab: Laundry?!
Nakagawa: What am I into at the moment?! What kind of category would you like me to talk about??
ab: Whatever fascinates you right now!!
Nakagawa: Well, that's going to be "laundry," then!
ab: Laundry?!
Nakagawa: I live alone right now, and I used to find all the laundry that piled up kind of annoying... But then I started to get into different kinds of detergents. Laundry can crease when it dries, right? I am not good at ironing. I tried various things, like spraying the clothes when they are wet, but nothing seemed to work. Then I happened to watch a TV show. Usually, we set the washing machine to dry off the clothes for five to eight minutes, right? But it turns out that the main point is to dry laundry off for one minute. Set the machine to one minute, then shake the wet clothes up and down pretty thoroughly. Then hang the wash up to dry. Once they're dry, you'll find wrinkle-free clothes!
ab & Someya: Is that so??
Nakagawa: Yeah, its so cool! At first I thought I that it might stretch out my clothes. But its totally fine if I fluff out the clothes, while holding onto the sides and the shoulders. It's a lot of fun to see the clothes dry out by the next day (lol)!
Someya: No creases! That's so cool (lol)!
ab & Someya: Is that so??
Nakagawa: Yeah, its so cool! At first I thought I that it might stretch out my clothes. But its totally fine if I fluff out the clothes, while holding onto the sides and the shoulders. It's a lot of fun to see the clothes dry out by the next day (lol)!
Someya: No creases! That's so cool (lol)!
It would be great if we could take a journey through space together!
ab: Thank you for sharing such great stories with us (lol)! Before we wrap things up, do you have a message for the asianbeat readers?
Someya: The "Galaxy Express 999" stage show is kind of like a national production. We are hoping that the performance will last long in the hearts and minds of all the audiences. It would be fantastic if all the people who come to watch the show are able to make great summertime memories in the process!
Nakagawa: A certain philosophy runs through the story. As does Leiji Matsumoto's philosophy. It contains a message that we can all think about in 2018. Mr. Matsumoto has given me several hints and ideas for how to approach Tetsuro in 2018. It's not just me, I think emotions will be stirred up among the audience who come to see the performance.
Its also a Japanese original production! Often the plays and musicals from overseas are performed in Japan once the rights have been purchased. But this time, the story was born in Japan! We will embark on an adventure through the universe starting here in Kyushu, the birthplace of this famous work! I hope all the asianbeat readers get to experience this unique stage version of "Galaxy Express 999." It would be great if we could take a journey through space together!
Someya: The "Galaxy Express 999" stage show is kind of like a national production. We are hoping that the performance will last long in the hearts and minds of all the audiences. It would be fantastic if all the people who come to watch the show are able to make great summertime memories in the process!
Nakagawa: A certain philosophy runs through the story. As does Leiji Matsumoto's philosophy. It contains a message that we can all think about in 2018. Mr. Matsumoto has given me several hints and ideas for how to approach Tetsuro in 2018. It's not just me, I think emotions will be stirred up among the audience who come to see the performance.
Its also a Japanese original production! Often the plays and musicals from overseas are performed in Japan once the rights have been purchased. But this time, the story was born in Japan! We will embark on an adventure through the universe starting here in Kyushu, the birthplace of this famous work! I hope all the asianbeat readers get to experience this unique stage version of "Galaxy Express 999." It would be great if we could take a journey through space together!
PRESENT!
Prize giveaway for asianbeat readers! Apply now to be in with a chance of winning a card signed by Akinori Nakagawa & Toshiyuki Someya! We have TWO to give away, so make sure to apply straight away! We also have tickets for 4 people (2 pairs) for the "Ginga Tetsudo" -GALAXY OPERA- Kitakyushu performance! Don't miss this chance to win!
■2 pairs of tickets for the "Ginga Tetsudo 999" -GALAXY OPERA- Kitakyushu Performance (Sat. 21st July 2018)
* Official Website (Ticket info & schedule) [*Available in Japanese] >> http://999-40.jp/tickets/
[Application period]
Friday 15 June to Sunday July 1st 2018
[Announcement of Winners]
Wednesday July 4th 2018
The application period is now over. Thank you!
The lucky winners are ...
- Tickets for Sat. 21st July [12:00] みか san
- Tickets for Sat. 21st July [17:00] てつぽん。 san
(Please note, winners will receive an email directly from asianbeat. If you don not reply with a confirmation message within a week, your application will become invalid and you will not be able to claim your prize.)
■Signed Cards
[Application Period]
Friday 15 June to Sunday 5 August 2018
[Announcement of Winners]
Wednesday 8th August 2018
The application period is now over. Thank you!
The lucky winners are ...
まーみん san
瑠那 san
(Please note, winners will receive an email directly from asianbeat. If you don not reply with a confirmation message within a week, your application will become invalid and you will not be able to claim your prize.)
The Play "銀河鉄道999" -GALAXY OPERA-
■ CAST / STAFF
Akinori Nakagawa (as Tetsuro Hoshino), HARUKA (as Maetel), Toshiyuki Someya (as Count Mecha), Yoko Yazawa (as Ryuze), Kei Miyahara (as Shadow), Karen Miyama (as Claire), Miyu Irino (as Tochiro Oyama), Omiyanomatsu (as Conductor), Hikari Ono (as Tochiro's mother/ Tetsuro's mother/ Prometheum [voice]), Daisuke Tsukahara (as Antares), Kaname Ouki (as Queen Emeraldas) [guest appearance], Genki Hirakata (as Captain Harlock)
Original story by / supervised by: Leiji Matsumoto, screenplay: Fumi Tsubota, stage director: Akiko Kodama, video designer: Mucho Muramatsu, Ginga Tetsudo 999 theme tune: Akinori Nakagawa
■Schedule & Venue：
(TOKYO / Meijiza) Saturday 23rd June - Saturday 30th June 2018
(KITAKYUSHU / Kitakyushu Performing Arts Center) Saturday 21st July - Sunday 22nd July 2018
(OSAKA / Umeda Arts Theater) Wednesday 25th July - Sunday 29th July 2018
■Official Website： http://999-40.jp/
■Twitter： @GalaxyEX999_40
Akinori Nakagawa (as Tetsuro Hoshino), HARUKA (as Maetel), Toshiyuki Someya (as Count Mecha), Yoko Yazawa (as Ryuze), Kei Miyahara (as Shadow), Karen Miyama (as Claire), Miyu Irino (as Tochiro Oyama), Omiyanomatsu (as Conductor), Hikari Ono (as Tochiro's mother/ Tetsuro's mother/ Prometheum [voice]), Daisuke Tsukahara (as Antares), Kaname Ouki (as Queen Emeraldas) [guest appearance], Genki Hirakata (as Captain Harlock)
Original story by / supervised by: Leiji Matsumoto, screenplay: Fumi Tsubota, stage director: Akiko Kodama, video designer: Mucho Muramatsu, Ginga Tetsudo 999 theme tune: Akinori Nakagawa
■Schedule & Venue：
(TOKYO / Meijiza) Saturday 23rd June - Saturday 30th June 2018
(KITAKYUSHU / Kitakyushu Performing Arts Center) Saturday 21st July - Sunday 22nd July 2018
(OSAKA / Umeda Arts Theater) Wednesday 25th July - Sunday 29th July 2018
■Official Website： http://999-40.jp/
■Twitter： @GalaxyEX999_40
PROFILE
中川晃教 (Akinori Nakagawa)
Originally from Miyagi Prefecture, debuted in 2001 with "I WILL GET YOUR KISS." Also wrote the lyrics and music for the track and was recognized as the best newcomer at the Japan Cable Awards in the same year. In 2002, was selected as the lead actor in the musical "Mozart." The production initially opened in Japan, winning numerous accolades, including best actor at the 読売演劇大賞 (lit.: Yomiuri Theater awards) and the Haruko Sugimura Prize. He was also recognized as the best new artist in the theater section of the Agency for Cultural Affairs' Awards for the Performing Arts. Since he has performed in numerous musicals, including a starring role in the hit show "Jersey Boys" in 2016. This performance saw him scoop the best actor prize at the Yomiuri Theater Awards and Kazuo Kikuta Theater Prize. Is now seen as one of the biggest names in the world of Japanese musicals.
Official Website: http://www.akinori.info/
Twitter: @nakagawa1982aki
Facebook: @akinorinakagawa.jp
染谷俊之 (Toshiyuki Someya)
Originally from Kanagawa Prefecture. Has been working as an actor since 2008, appearing in well-known productions, such as the stage version of "Yowamushi Pedal Inter-high Edition The Second Order" and the "Touken Ranbu - Kyoden Moyuru Honnouji-." Recently starred in "Kengo Shogun Yoshiteru (Early and Later Edition)" and "Grand Guignol." Is now seen as a well-established, major figure on the stage. His fast reflexes allow him to perform his own stunts and get involved in sword fighting scenes. Also works as a voice artist. Has provided vocals for anime titles, such as "School Babysitters" (playing Tomoya Yagi) and "HUGTTO! PRECURE" (playing Anri Wakamiya)!
Official Website: https://someyatoshiyuki.net/
Blog: https://ameblo.jp/someya1217/
Twitter： @some_toshi
Originally from Miyagi Prefecture, debuted in 2001 with "I WILL GET YOUR KISS." Also wrote the lyrics and music for the track and was recognized as the best newcomer at the Japan Cable Awards in the same year. In 2002, was selected as the lead actor in the musical "Mozart." The production initially opened in Japan, winning numerous accolades, including best actor at the 読売演劇大賞 (lit.: Yomiuri Theater awards) and the Haruko Sugimura Prize. He was also recognized as the best new artist in the theater section of the Agency for Cultural Affairs' Awards for the Performing Arts. Since he has performed in numerous musicals, including a starring role in the hit show "Jersey Boys" in 2016. This performance saw him scoop the best actor prize at the Yomiuri Theater Awards and Kazuo Kikuta Theater Prize. Is now seen as one of the biggest names in the world of Japanese musicals.
Official Website: http://www.akinori.info/
Twitter: @nakagawa1982aki
Facebook: @akinorinakagawa.jp
染谷俊之 (Toshiyuki Someya)
Originally from Kanagawa Prefecture. Has been working as an actor since 2008, appearing in well-known productions, such as the stage version of "Yowamushi Pedal Inter-high Edition The Second Order" and the "Touken Ranbu - Kyoden Moyuru Honnouji-." Recently starred in "Kengo Shogun Yoshiteru (Early and Later Edition)" and "Grand Guignol." Is now seen as a well-established, major figure on the stage. His fast reflexes allow him to perform his own stunts and get involved in sword fighting scenes. Also works as a voice artist. Has provided vocals for anime titles, such as "School Babysitters" (playing Tomoya Yagi) and "HUGTTO! PRECURE" (playing Anri Wakamiya)!
Official Website: https://someyatoshiyuki.net/
Blog: https://ameblo.jp/someya1217/
Twitter： @some_toshi
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