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Fan reports of AT2011 @ Osaka: Spoilers BBS [Part 1]

30 Monday May 2011

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Fan reports of AT2011 at Osaka, Day 1, from the TeamAyu forum at Spoilers BBS

Credits to truehappiness @ AHS for this find!!

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Author: Ichigo-tan
Written 28/5/2011 15:30:09

Today’s Day 1 at Osaka!

By the way, it has been raining in Osaka since morning.

It’s really creating a depressing mood, but we’re here to forget that and have fun at the liveeeee!

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Author: Ichigo-tan
Written 29/5/2011 02:31:56

I’m now in the train heading towards Jou Hall. Since 18:00, there’s been a long queue starting from the entrance to Jou Hall Station  

If this continues, the show start time may have to be delayed

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Author: Ichigo-tan
Written 28/5/2011 18:48:08

An announcement “The show will begin soon” was made 5 minutes ago, I think the show should start in about 5 minute’s time.

Unthinkable things have happened in Jou Hall today, it’s quite shocking.

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Author: Ichigo-tan
Written 28/5/2011 21:34:46

At 21:17 just now, the beeest live came to an end!

Using so much of that small body, working up so much sweat, singing with all her might to send out her thoughts. The figure of ayu was shining brightly, it was really so dazzling.

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Author: Ichigo-tan
Written 28/5/2011 23:24:26

We can’t see people’s hearts with our eyes, but the honest screams coming from one heart can really resonate in the heart of another.

With that, my heart resonated tonight, because of the totally great hero, Hamasaki Ayumi.

I sent out a tweet to ayu-chan, telling her of all my emotions, and whoa! I received a reply from her!

I’m so happy—-!!!

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Author: Ichigo-tan
Written 29/5/2011 01:28:29

I’ve always arrived late at the venue whenever I go for a concert, and I was late today too (laugh) It was already 18:30 when I arrived.

As I’ve mentioned before, unthinkable things have happened in Jou Hall today, and I was shocked.

The amazing thing happened before the show. I spotted a line of fans queuing up at a funny place.

“Eh!? What queue is this!?”

Since it was just before show start time, I knew it couldn’t be a queue of people who were attending the show. Looking closely, I saw that these people were queuing for goods. (I’ll upload a photo later on)

Though it may have happened at other venues as well, this is the first time I’ve witnessed this, and it really shocked me.

With one more backward glance at the queue, I entered the arena at about 18:30.

As usual, I brought along a pen and notebook to make a report before the show starts.

As those who took part in last year’s CDL would know, the stage this time is a centre stage, much like the CDL one. This stage pattern allowed for maximum capacity of 16,000 audience, rivalling the area of Budoukan. There were almost no empty seats, so it looked like we had a full house.

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Author: Ichigo-tan
Written 29/5/2011 22:14:53

By the way, here’s the setlist for Day 1 at Osaka.

1. forgiveness
(Mini MC: first chorus of MOON, a cappella)
2. blossom
3. BLUE BIRD
4. monochrome
5. fairyland
6. A Song for XX
7. M
8. NEVER EVER
9. walking proud
10. part of Me
11. Moments
12. vogue
13. Far away
14. SEASONS
15. Bold & Delicious
16. Mirrorcle World
17. Boys & Girls
18. evolution
19. Born To Be…

-Encore-
20. A Song is born

POWER of MUSIC blog. 29/5/2011. “Osaka Jou Hall Day 1 ★”

29 Sunday May 2011

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All the audience…….

Were so energetic!!

Not wanting to lose out, the A troupe heated up as well ↑↑↑

Let us use these 2 powers combined together again

to create the best memories for Day 2 ＼(＾▽＾)／

This entry is a little short,

so here’s some images of the still high A troupe after the show!


AKI-san & Hiroshi-san ♪


MIDORI-san & Drums Daichi-san (his debut on this blog) ♪

And one of the most colourful characters in A troupe ↓↓↓


The “sniggering” Tomonari-san (laugh)

That’s it ☆

A-STAFF Minazou

『Tales of Xillia』 Article on Famitsu.com

29 Sunday May 2011

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Xillia is pronounced as “Ek-sill-lia”.

Original Article and Larger Photos on Famitsu.com

Shared by HTMSD @ AHS

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Producer Baba reveals latest news about 『Tales of Xillia』! 【Report from “Tales of Festival 2011″】

● A Brand New Opening Movie!

On 28 May 2011, “Tale of Festival 2011” launched its opening show at Pacifico Yokohama. This is an introductory report on the series’ newest work 『Tales of Xillia』 (known as 『TOX』), which was featured in the show’s 2nd half.

Mr Baba Hideo from Bandai Namco Games took the stage as 『TOX』 Producer. Together with voice actors Mr Onosaka Masaya (Zelos from 『Tales of Symphonia』), Ms Morinaga Rika (Rita from 『Tales of Vesperia』) and Mr Yonaga Tsubosa, who is voicing lead character Jude in 『TOX』, he revealed some of the latest news about 『TOX』.

First up was a video message from Hamasaki Ayumi-san, who will be singing the theme song for 『TOX』. As the representative music Queen of Japan, her message created excitement at the “Tales of Festival 2011” venue! Furthermore, the theme song title was revealed to be 『progress』. This title was given to flow with the game’s theme, with a wish to “move forward, while holding on to unwavering faith”.

The opening movie was accompanied by backing soundtrack 『progress』, and the “Tales of Festival 2011” was officially open! The ufotable crew had a hand in the creation of the high-quality opening movie, which left the audience silent and captivated.

Next, 2 PVs about 『TOX』 were revealed. One depicted the scenarios in the game, the other described the systems. The first PV included enchanting scenes of the characters, as well as an as-yet-unrevealed enemy(?) character. The second PV showed off the playable fields in the game, plus high-speed battle scenes involving the characters. These PVs are to be available on the main website from 30 May onwards.

After the PVs, the release date of the game was revealed to be 8 September 2011, an announcement received by applause from the audience. A collaboration package of illustrations by Mr Fujishima Kousuke and Mr Inomata Mitsumi was also revealed, causing the excitement level at the venue to rise even higher.

Producer Baba had even more to reveal. The game was revealed to have 3 different limited versions, including a preorder version and a first-press version. A sample PS3 with 『TOX』 designs printed on it was brought on stage, and many calls of “I want that!” were heard from the audience. Yonaga also appealed to Producer Baba for it, saying “I really want this~”. For more information about all special promotion products, please refer to this article.


▲ 『PS3: Tales of Xillia X(Cross) Edition』 includes a PS3, as well as chibi figurines from the 『PS3 Tales of Xillia Kyun Character Pack』.


▲ A special calendar from the 『PS3 Tales of Xillia Kyun Character Pack』.

Information about 『TOX』 collaborations was then revealed! Collaboration costumes with anime 「STAR DRIVER Shining Tact」 were shown, and a collaboration event will also be held at Namja Town from 25 August~26 September 2011. ufotable, who helped in the game’s animation, will also be holding collaborations at their “ufotable cafe” outlets at Tokushima and Kouenji! A “Tales of cafe” will also be open for a limited period.


▲ Collaboration costumes can be downloaded.


▲ Namja Town’s characters Najavu and Najamii appeared as guests!


▲ 『TOX』 desserts and food,


▲ plus a goods shop and a commemoration photospot are planned.


▲ “Tales of cafe” will be open for 2 periods, from mid to end-July, then early to mid-September.

Lastly, the overwhelmed audience were treated once again to the opening movie, and the introductory report on 『TOX』 was over.

ayu Tweets 28/5/2011

29 Sunday May 2011

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ayu_19980408: LOVE&HOPE＋POWER of MUSIC＝∞ From Leslie,ayu,Ryan

lesliekeesuper: LESLIE (Singapore) + ayu (Japan) + RYAN (America) = Friendship Forever. Let us share this HAPPINESS to the world!
ayu_19980408: RT

mjjeje: 화이팅하자!! I’ll have to work hard for the LA show! enjoy a show today! 아자아자
ayu_19980408: Work hard~! Enjoy ur show tonite ☆


ayu_19980408: Arrived in Osaka ☆ Together with this boy.

lesliekeesuper: Everyone, please do come down to play 3 hours later. I’ll be waiting. From 15:00~15:30 today, the photo exhibition will be open at Omotesando GYRE 3rd Floor. Entrance is free. ~Maruyama Keita x Leslie Kee Talk Show 「Can photo visuals save Tohoku?」~http://bit.ly/lkZNGw #wwd_jp
ayu_19980408: RT

peco10221208: As per usual, my mother and relatives will be coming to watch the show today (^o^)/P
ayu_19980408: Yay(*^^*)♡

numacchi_72: Mr Minazou fell asleep while on the express car ride over to Osaka, and ayu-chan gently placed a blanket over him. Her concern over her manager’s comfort stunned me. I wonder if he had a good dream? (｡-ω-)snore…..
yoshi1144: ayu must have been really sleepy herself…
ayu_19980408: How did you know this!! Numacchi, do you have eyes on your back? (laugh)

aymmri: @mina_zo_mina_zo When Mr Minazou was asleep on the car, ayu-chan helped place a blanket over him (*^^*) I envy Mr Minazou! (b^ー°)
mina_zo_mina_zo: Seriously? (T ^ T) I was wrapped up in her kindness.
ayu_19980408: Nah, you were wrapped up in the arms of a really powerful sandman.


ayu_19980408: Sshaaa! Rain in Osaka!! This is of course my doing. Jou Hall, let’s go for Day 1!!! But before that, here’s a photo of the cute Erika-san for your viewing pleasure ☆

lesliekeesuper: Photobook 「LOVE&HOPE」’s photo exhibition opened last night, and the event was graced by ayu and Sawajiri Erika. The exhibits features portraits of beauties from 32 countries. ayu and I walked through the gallery together, with her listening attentively to my introduction to each of the 200 portraits. Before leaving, she met with Erika, smiled and shook hands with her. ♥♡ ayu is so kind!
ayu_19980408: RT

lesliekeesuper: From 3:00 on, at Omotesando GYRE, I’ll be doing a talk show with designer Maruyama Keita. From 5:00 on, I will be doing another talk show plus book signing session at 「LOVE&HOPE」’s photo exhibition at Omotesando Hills B3 venue! Entrance is free. Although it’s raining, please come down to visit. I’ll be waiting. Thank you. ♡
ayu_19980408: RT

ayumisako1002: Using so much of that small body, working up so much sweat, singing with all her might to send out her thoughts. The figure of ayu was shining brightly, it was really so dazzling. Thank you for touching me!
ayu_19980408: Thank you so much–!!

ayana_ayanyan: The live this time really brought together everyone in the arena like never before (*ﾟ∀ﾟ)
ayu_19980408: I think so too! Especially everyone at Jou Hall today, you were all so full of power, even before the show began!!

k_0410: This tour is so different from your usual SHOW style. I was honestly soooooo surprised. Only Hamasaki Ayumi can change like this. I asked myself, will I cry over this?, and I now have an answer. I want to go for this live again and again! Let’s meet again tomorrow~!!!
ayu_19980408: I’ll be waiting— o(^▽^)o

ayaka_4812: I was so bowled over… My heart was so overwhelmed that there were many instances when I couldn’t even wave my penlight. Sorry– But I wanted to become one with the light that ayu was emitting, and didn’t want to stop feeling. That is what hope is. Thank you!!
ayu_19980408: See you again ☆

toshimichan: Where in your small body do you keep all that power!! I was bowled over!! It has resonated in my heart!! Your message has reached me!!
ayu_19980408: I’m glad (*^^*)

bubumai: I now understand what is a tiny giant!! ayu-chan stood on stage, and gently, strongly, sent me her thoughts straight. My heart somehow feels so full now. I have no words. I just wanna say thank you (*^^*)
ayu_19980408: Hey Hey Ho– ♪

rinyuuki0716: I’m so glad I met you
ayu_19980408: (T ^ T) My heart just clenched now.

baruca10: I wanted to work hard to match up with ayu-chan’s energy, and went past my limit several times (#^.^#) My voice won’t come out now (^｡^) (laugh)
ayu_19980408: (laugh)

u_ta_man519: Today, the audience next to me first put their hands together and watched, then one by one started to get high. In the end, everyone cried (ToT) ayu’s power has reached us ♪
ayu_19980408: (*^^*)

maayiu: I’ve been going for your shows every year, but this live is awesome! It was great!! I had such intense goosebumps, I thought they would really become geese!! Really!! lol Everyone really became one for a moment. I hope everyone will go to watch this show!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ayu_19980408: Giggle (*^^*)

saki19980408: ayu was more dazzling than usual during today’s live. She’s always been dazzling, but she was shining so brightly, I have no words to describe it, and her message reached me. I will never forget this day called today. Thank you (*^^*) See you!
ayu_19980408: See you, definitely ☆

Miiichann322: I can’t forget ZIN-Sabu ♡ (laugh)
ayu_19980408: He was definitely crazy there. (laugh)

mother_Asa_: My friend, who saw your live for the first time, said “After watching this show today, I can work hard for a whole year…”
ayu_19980408: Thank you m(_ _)m

tosshi_eee: I’ve been looking forward to this day so much for so long, but you surpassed my expectations, I was unexpectedly touched!!! No matter what expectations anyone has of this show, ayu will surely surpass them all (*^^*) Thank you!!!
ayu_19980408: Thank you ♡

peco10221208: ayu-chan, good job! My mother was really grateful ♡ I was really nervous ＾＾； P
ayu_19980408: The nervous Peco-sama was so cute ♡ Let’s spend tomorrow together too ♪

noppy0505: I can’t forget big sis Aki’s master!!!!!
ayu_19980408: And what happened with Mido-san and Ekko-san was of a higher level. They’re really the champions!! (laugh)


23nao: Stone’s wine?
mikajohn: Yay! Rock’n’Roll!
Papino_19781002: ayu~ (・・？））
mikajohn: It’s ayu’s grandpa ☆
ayu_19980408: Yay! Monsieur ♡

zeroabura: really love your hair style!!!
ayu_19980408: Like a monkey♪(´ε｀ )

COCOTAKASHI: Thoughts. This tour cannot be described with words, I just cry every single time. It’s my job, but it still shakes my heart. And when I hear reviews from people, my heart shakes more. 『POWER of MUSIC』 carries an awesome amount of power. Thank you for ALL! Just feeling this way today (￣▽￣)
ayu_19980408: RT

ayu_19980408: Should I showeeeer~ Should I wait a whiiiiile~ Should I do pressure training while watching video replaaaaaays~ I’m finally pouncing on my heavenly time from now oooon~ Bath now, GO ♡ And then, bed, DIVE ♪───Ｏ（≧∇≦）Ｏ────♪ Wheee

Fan reports of AT2011 @ Fukuoka: Spoilers BBS [Part 2]

29 Sunday May 2011

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Fan reports of AT2011 at Fukuoka, Days 1 and 2, from the TeamAyu forum at Spoilers BBS

Credits to truehappiness @ AHS for this find!!

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Author: Ichigo-tan
Written 22/5/2011 22:03:55

Here’s some information about the video that was played on Day 1.

By the way, this information contains details that are only available on TA.

In the past, ayu-chan has posted photos of her hand reaching up to the blue sky on TA’s “ayu’s diary”. Overseas fans from many countries have followed suit, and reached out their hands to their skies, wishing to tell us that “even if we are separate, the sky connects us all”. As the video was playing, background music featuring Daybreak was played.

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Author: Ichigo-tan
Written 22/5/2011 22:26:23

Here’s some spoilers from Day 2.

During the mini MC session after the 1st song forgiveness, ayu suddenly called out “Eh!? My earplugs are gone!” Peco-san and Princess then searched all over ayu-chan’s body trying to find it. In the end, the earplug was stuck in ayu-chan’s ear the whole time. She was so cute

As for the setlist, similar to yesterday, 1 chorus of poker face was performed, followed by the full version of key.

During key, she mixed up lyrics again, so she resang the whole song

Yesterday, 17th song UNITE! was replaced by Boys & Girls. Today, she performed Boys & Girls also.

ayu-chan has been crying in every live during the last song A Song is born, but today, she only teared up.

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Author: Ichigo-tan
Written 22/5/2011 22:29:46

For today’s MC, ayu-chan started out by shouting “Today’s Day 2, but I’m baaaaaack!” and the audience replied with “Welcome baaack!”.

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Author: Ichigo-tan
Written 23/5/2011 00:08:04

This time, most of the songs have been rearranged, but some have retained most of their original sound.

monochrome
fairyland
vogue
Far away
SEASONS
A Song for…
M

These songs resemble the original versions.

As for monochrome and SEASONS, she has yet to sing the full versions.

ayu Tweets 26/5/2011~27/5/2011

28 Saturday May 2011

Posted by in ayu's Twitter, ayumi hamasaki

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ayu_19980408: Making-of now. Aiming to be like Monchhichi.

ayu_19980408: Oh, TA has been updated. (laugh) —> “Nails ☆”

aimi_ayu_love: Those nails are done by Minazou, of course?? (￣∀￣)

ayu_19980408: Course of ♪

UN1982: Diving into bed to sleep. But I’m still so excited!!!! This is bad.

ayu_19980408: It’s bad (*^^*) And I added Tiffany color to the avatar ♪

ayu_19980408: I’ve added Tiffany colours to my avatar, in commemoration of the book released by Leslie and Tiffany ♪ Btw,Tiffany Supports LOVE & HOPE is sold out at amazon.co.jp. So fast!!


ayu_19980408: Thank you so much~ (((o(*ﾟ▽ﾟ*)o)))


ayu_19980408: Many things have happened, and many things are still happening. Laughing ♪ Laughing ♪

lesliekeesuper: Genius Ayu ! Friday is the LOVE & HOPE exhibition opening party ! How I wish that you can be the special guest for that night!
ayu_19980408: I’ll try my best to b there with u;)Btw,I want u to take cover photo of my new single☆I also want u to take PV too!!!

ayupaan: I read TA. ayu, stay with me too (>_<) TA will always be here!!! Good night ☆
ayu_19980408: Good night~ ☆ Lights out 

lesliekeesuper: YES, of course I will love to shoot the cover for Ayu’s new single and PV ! This is going to be a new revolution ! ★♥I love ayu♥★
ayu_19980408: Kenken will fix it!!!Let’s make new revolution☆C u tmrw(^_−)−☆

lesliekeesuper: ■ Leslie Kee Photo Exhibition “LOVE & HOPE” by Leslie Kee / A massive photobook featuring 200 beauties from 32 countries on sale! Date: 27 May 2011 (Fri) ~ 31 May (Tue). Venue: Omotesando Hills Main Building B3F Space-Oh. Entrance fee: Free.http://j.mp/jz9IUi
ayu_19980408: RT

ayu_19980408: Beneath our unthinking poker faces, we are feeling everything.
(Misa’s note: ayu modifies girlish lyrics)

ayuaya0415: I’ll be going to do my hair before Saturday’s live and aiming for Monchhichi hair too~!! I’ll be waiting at Osakaaaa ♪
ayu_19980408: Welcome to the Monchhichi hair League ♡

ayu_19980408: By the way, the leader of the Monchhichi hair League is Carey Mulligan ♡

tsuchan1002111: It’s her, right? ♡(￣▽￣)
ayu_19980408: Yes ♡

yamadamic: This avatar is awesome!! I’ve been staring at it since foreverrrrr. What’s with this expression from big sis ayu, filled with so much love? This has lighted up my heart.
ayu_19980408: Thank you, Yama-chan ☆ When can little bro, Gachi and I go on your show as guests?
yamadamic: Aaahhh (*_*) I’m so happy!!! I’ll go prepare a special programme on Nico-Radio and Radian W!!!
ayu_19980408: Daddy Pei & Prince, please help ♪ —>


ayu_19980408: Monchhichi, pressure training GO!!

nootak: Ayu Ayu!! ^^V xoxoxo
ayu_19980408: Hey Ryan;)


ayu_19980408: Pressure training has ended now. Because I took lots of photos today, please check them out at TA ♪(´ε｀ )


ayu_19980408: Here’s my answer to a request for a side view of Monchhichi hair ☆ Sorry for being all sweaty and without make-up~

ayu_19980408: TA is updated with 4 entries now ♪(´ε｀ )

kmie75: (…)
ayu_19980408: Yea going to Osaka this weekend.Wish my songs will warm ur heart up;)Miss u unni..


ayu_19980408: Off to bed… Let’s dream good dreams ♡

GUTS_RUSH: Kenken! Yone!! Koji!!! Please come to my room tomorrow (´Д` )
ayu_19980408: Seems like Yama-chan has made something real. (laugh) →


nootak: 「LOVE & HOPE by LESLIE KEE」supported by TIFFANY Photo Exhibition at Omotesando Hills SPACE O Now!!
ayu_19980408: C u later!U guys!!!Xoxo

Mannie69: have fun at the exhibit today my beautiful wife….
ayu_19980408: Wish u could b here with me;)

suzu102: Do you two always talk so sweetly all the time? (laugh)
ayu_19980408: Not really. (laugh)

ayu_19980408: Fuuu~ Vocal training and pressure training has ended!! Alright, it’s time to transform away from sweat and no-make-up-face~. For Leslie ♡

crea0408: Is Mannie the chatty type? Or the silent type? (*^^*)
ayu_19980408: He’s always talking, except when he’s sleeping. And he has a really loud voice.


ayu_19980408: Reaching soon ♡

takuto_satoyama: Sponsor NARS has moved from a 10-photographer exhibition to the one hosted solo by Leslie at Omotesando Hills. A rare move from Erika~
daichi1127: I’m heading there myself too~
ayu_19980408: Today’s the first time I met Erika-chan, and I just screamed out loud!! She’s so cute. (laugh)
yuka_19900724: Sawajiri Erika-chan??
ayu_19980408: Yes~
rmamimnmbmomwm: Erika-sama wanted to meet ayu-chan too ♪
ayu_19980408: Really~ I didn’t know that!!

ayu_19980408: Had a beautiful time with Leslie n Ryan.Luv u guys;)C u next revolution!!! And so, on to Osaka on Numacchi!!

lesliekeesuper: Today we’ve made new history,and tomorrow will be another new journey. Thank you so much for giving us so much LOVE. Our goddess, forever.
ayu_19980408: RT

nootak: Ayu, tonight’s exhibition was beyond words could describe with your appearance. I feel like dreaming…will send u photos L♡VE
ayu_19980408: RT


ayu_19980408: At the tonite’s party☆ From the left, Keita Maruyama, ayu, and Leslie~