Juice=Juice’s Uemura Akari has announced the release of her 2nd photobook titled AKARI II.
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Juice=Juice To Perform at Nippon Budokan
Juice=Juice’s Miyazaki Yuka To Release Mini-PB
Juice=Juice has announced that Miyazaki Yuka will be releasing a mini-PB titled Miyazaki Yuka – Greeting Photobook –.
The PB will be based on her Greeting DVD and will be released April 2.
While it might not be a full PB, it seems like a nice way to spotlight and give her some attention (most likely due to a positive reaction to her solo DVD). Of course, not much info is known at the moment but we should be getting this PB in a matter of days (with a bonus photo as well).
Thankfully, the PB is available on CDJapan so fans who want to get one are in luck. Make sure to get your copy since it seems like a great release!
Juice=Juice’s Kanazawa Tomoko Has Endometriosis
It has been confirmed that Juice=Juice’s Kanazawa Tomoko has been diagnosed with endometriosis.
This condition where tissue that should be growing in the inside of the uterus grows on the outside instead. This usually results in pelvic pain and sometimes infertility.
As a result, events will be adapted to her condition and her healthy will be held at priority before anything else. She did release a statement about it on her blog:
I, Kanazawa Tomoko, have been going to the hospital since the end of last year to be checked-up by the doctors、 but the result of the latest medical examination was that I have been diagnosed with 「endometriosis」。
I apologize for causing you concern with this sudden announcement。
When I first found out about this illness、 I felt extremely uneasy。 But currently、 I strongly feel that I don’t want to give up halfway on our dreams, with the group in the midst of our nationwide 220 performance tour which will lead up to our group’s goal of having our own performance at the Nippon Budokan、 so as I go face-to-face with my illness from now on、 I intend to be positive and continue on with activities。
If this condition sounds somewhat familiar it might be due to Matsuura Aya announcing the same condition back in 2011. One thing to note is that this affects everyone differently. Some women get more symptoms and others do not, but it’s good to see that they are treating her condition with the utmost care.
For now it’s hard to see just how this will affect her work as an idol, but please keep supporting her as she works to adapt around this condition.
Juice=Juice “Next is you!” MV Released
Juice=Juice have released the MV for their single titled Next is you!
Releasing February 3rd, this single is among the most awaited by fans due to the tie in they had with a drama featuring the members of the group.
The song itself is fast paced, catchy, and overall among the year’s best releases so far for the group. With a swift beat that is sure to leave you wanting more, the song has a nice beat that manages to capture the feeling of hope as they make their way to Budokan.
The setting is a bit boring at times since it’s mainly just a black stage with a moving glittery background. Choreagraphy is a bit interesting since it is a bit more fun and seems to not fit the serious style of the song.
Despite that, the song is among the best for the group and will definitely be on my radar when it comes out in a few weeks.
Check out the MV after the break!
Juice=Juice “Karada Dake ga Otona ni Nattan ja nai” MV Released
The MV for Juice=Juice’s Karada Dake ga Otona ni Nattan ja nai has been released.
Release is set for February 3rd, so it was natural to get the MVs in the coming weeks.
It seems like only yesterday we got the CD covers, but thankfully the MVs have started to roll out and it seems like Karada Dake ga Otona ni Nattan Janai is the first one.
With a mature tone to the song alongside a cute, playful tone as the members dance on a black dance floor while smiling at the camera and punching a sandbag in between shots, this MV is certainly unique. The image is nice and catchy, and the scenes of the members laughing as they look at the camera is a cute touch.
The song itself is more adult, featuring a nice beat that fits the adult side of the members. Of course, the members are a bit on the young side but it’s nice to see them show off a more grown up sound that will fit the group as they gain foothold on the idol world.
Definitely worth a look, check it out!
Juice=Juice “Next is you!” Covers Released
The covers for Juice=Juice’s Next is you! / Karada Dake ga Otona ni Nattan ja Nai have been released.
Limited D
Limited C
Limited B
Limited A
Regular B
Release is set for February 3 in six editions, so it seems like we’re in for an amazing single. As you might remember, the single was announced to be tied in with their drama a while back and we’ve been awaiting more news from this release for a while.
Thankfully, the wait for the covers is done and we now get to enjoy the colorful and very pink themed released. In true Hello! Project fashion every cover has a different theme for fans to choose their favorite.
Since the single will be tied in with the drama some covers feature the name of the group Next You, specifically Regular A, Limited A, and Limited C. It’s a nice touch and fans of the drama can find the single easily when they go out and buy a copy.
Personally, I tend to like multiple covers and this release is no different, with Regular B and Limited A being my favorites. The main one I would say I dislike would definitely have to be Limited B. It might be the whole 3D concept but the lines are a bit too distracting (it might be an image glitch though).
Overall, an amazing group of covers for fans to enjoy, make sure to get your copy soon!
Hello! Project 2016 Hinamatsuri Festival Announced
Hello! Project has just announced their 2016 Hinamatsuri Festival.
All of the dates will be taking place at the Pacifico Yokohama Exchibition Hall in Kanagawa:
| Date | Starts | Group Performing |
|---|---|---|
| 3/19 | 12:00 | Morning Musume ’16 |
| 3/19 | 17:30 | Juice=Juice + Country Girls |
| 3/20 | 11:00 | ANGERME + Kobushi Factory |
| 3/20 | 17:30 | C-ute |
With the Hinamatsuri Festival being among Japan’s most unique festivals it seems like Hello! Project fans are in for a treat. Of course, not much else is known in terms of the songs that will be performed but I’m looking forward to finding out!
Source: Hello! Project
Juice=Juice “Next is You! / Karaka Dake ga Otona ni Nattajanai” Single Announced
Juice=Juice has announced the release of a new single titled Next is you! / Karada Dake ga Otona ni Nattanjanai.
There will be 6 editions: 2 regular alongside 4 limited editions, with the limited versions featuring a bonus DVD.
Naturally, Next is you! will be performed by the alter ego of the group called NEXT YOU, the fictional unit from the Budokan drama. This should be a nice bonus since fans might get to see them act out their lines in a different manner, but overall it should boost up sales a bit.
There’s a preview for the song out in the wild due to it being announced at the drama event, it’s listed after the break. Basically, the song sounds solid so far with a nice beat to it that is sure to have fans tapping their foot along.
Of course, it sounds kind of simple since it was a recording of a performance but the full version will probably sound much better, so I’m holding back a few comments.
Juice=Juice fans, make sure to get your copy since this seems like a solid single that will be released February 3!
Kimi.Kame 
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