Aki Yashiro’s first anniversary: Hiroshi Itsuki, Saori Yuki, Miyuki Kawanaka, Croquette, Arata Aoyama, and other gorgeous performers gather to hold a memorial orchestra concert at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA in Shibuya, Tokyo! Smad Co., Ltd. Press release: October 9, 2024 On the first anniversary of Aki Yashiro’s death, a memorial orchestra concert will be held at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA in Shibuya, Tokyo, with gorgeous performers including Hiroshi Itsuki, Saori Yuki, Miyuki Kawanaka, Croquette, and Arata Aoyama! The singing voice of Aki Yashiro, who passed away last year, will be revived with a live performance by a 40-piece gorgeous orchestra. The ultimate harmony concert will be held at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA in Shibuya, Tokyo on Wednesday, December 4th.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/129923/4/129923-4-5fd542a96bec1394a29c621cc7962bef-1596×348.png December 30, 2023: Singer Aki Yashiro passed away due to rapidly progressive interstitial pneumonia. (passed away at the age of 73) She performed enka, popular songs, blues, jazz, and famous songs that transcend genres and eras from the Showa, Heisei, and Reiwa eras with her overwhelming singing ability, husky voice, and enchanting voice that resonated with many people. He continued to impress. A superb harmony concert will be held on Wednesday, December 4th at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA in Shibuya, Tokyo, where Aki Yashiro’s singing voice will be revived by a live performance by a 40-person gorgeous orchestra. ●Hiroshi Itsuki sings a memorable song “Yokohamata Twilight” in memory of Mr. Yashiro! Hiroshi Itsuki, an ally of 50 years, talks about his memories with Yashiro from the time of his debut in the early 1970s A look back at the behind-the-scenes of the music awards, which were known as the “May 8th War.” Hiroshi Itsuki 1973 “Yozora” 1984 “Nagaragawa Enka” Japan Record Award Grand Prize winner 1974 1975 Japan Record Award Best Singing Award Aki Yashiro 1980 “Rain no Yoshijo” Japan Record Award Grand Prize winner 1976 1977 Japan Record Award Best Singing Award A live orchestra performance of the song “Yokohamata Twilight” that brings back memories from those days ●Performers who adore Yashiro sing famous songs Hiroshi Itsuki, Saori Yuki, Miyuki Kawanaka, Croquette, Arata Aoyama A live orchestra will sing and connect Yashiro’s famous songs. ●Saori Yuki dedicates a jazz number Croquette seriously sings Yashiro-san’s cover song! ●Miyuki Kawanaka passionately sings “The Terminal Station of Love” and Arata Aoyama sings “Tomoshibi”! ●The performers and audience join in singing “Ame no Hojo”! Yashiro’s representative song “Ame no Yujo”. The performers and the audience all sang together that phrase that everyone knows! The singing voices of over 1000 people echo through LINE CUBE SHIBUYA! ■Content This concert will be the first memorial concert to be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at J:COM Hall Hachioji. Yashiro’s singing voice and the harmony of the orchestra brought tears and emotion to the venue, and the performance was a huge success, with applause and applause. The second event is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at The Symphony Hall in Osaka. Delivered to fans in Kansai. Then, on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, a 1st
anniversary memorial concert will be held at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA in Shibuya, Tokyo. ● Delivering Aki Yashiro’s singing voice and live performance by a gorgeous orchestra together with valuable footage The performance was made up of professional performers active both domestically and internationally, and performed to Aki Yashiro’s singing voice recorded during her lifetime, including “Namida Koi,” “Onna Minatocho,” “Ai no Terminal Station,” “Funauta,” and “Ame no Hojo.” A powerful live performance by an orchestra of over 40 people. A large screen will display treasured photos from her childhood, videos of her singing, and videos of her creations as a painter. ●Performers
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/129923/4/129923-4-fc8d0dffdfcc33eaffb3228c31b163d4-272×357.png The performers are He was a big brother and a good friend “Hiroshi Itsuki” She was affectionately called “Mom!” “Yuki Saori” They co-starred in concerts and TV shows “Miyuki Kawanaka” They are from the same Kumamoto prefecture and are close friends, and they even stood on stage together during the Kumamoto earthquake. “Croquette” The prince of the enka world, who he admired since childhood and aspired to join this world. “Aoyama Arata” ●Performer comments (Hiroshi Itsuki) One year has already passed since Aki Yashiro passed away. When I heard the news of his death, I was so shocked that I was speechless. Even now, I still have a strong feeling that I can’t believe it. We have known each other for a long time as fellow singers. I would like to once again express my heartfelt gratitude. Thank you very much Aki-chan Please rest in peace and keep watching over me. (Yuki Saori) I feel lonely once again in the reality that Aki-san is not here. She was a very cute person. For some reason, you always call me “Mom!”… I want to see that unique voice and smile again! is. I would like to say once again, “Thank you for all the wonderful songs.” (Miyuki Kawanaka) Yashiro Senpai! Even now, in that gentle voice, she says, “Miyuki-chan, Miyuki-chan.” I feel like he’s calling out to me, and I can’t believe he’s passed away. Backstage as a junior He was a senior I was really looking forward to going to say hello to. “Let’s do our best together.” Hey! Even though he was talking to me. I still cherish the “New Year’s gift” I received backstage. I have never seen my seniors look disgusted or angry. Gorgeous, The world of Yashiro Senpai’s songs that created an era. We juniors will continue to sing steadily I’m going. Please watch over me with that kind smile. (Croquette) Thank you very much for your help in both work and private life. Even when I did some silly imitations, he always laughed and kindly said, “It’s okay.” Thank you for your continued support From now on, I would like to share Yashiro’s songs in various ways. My hometown is the same, so I would like to do my best for Kumamoto. Please watch from heaven. (Arata Aoyama) Aki Yashiro was the person who inspired me to become an enka singer. I became a fan after hearing her singing voice when I was a child, and I’ve loved her ever since! Many times when I was having a hard time or feeling depressed, I was able to stay positive through the power of Yashiro’s songs. Someday me too I will continue to work hard to become a singer who can touch the hearts of many people and give them courage and excitement! I will have so many memories that I will never forget. Thank you so much! ■ Performance overview [Performance name] Aki Yashiro Memorial Concert ~Emotional songs revived by orchestra~ [Date and time] Wednesday, December 4, 2024 *1 performance Doors open 14:00 Start 15:00 [Venue] LINE CUBE SHIBUYA (Shibuya Public Hall) (1-1 Udagawacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo) [Cast] Hiroshi Itsuki, Saori Yuki, Miyuki Kawanaka, Croquette, Arata Aoyama [Performance] Orchestra Presenter Tokyo Conductor: Nobuki Okumura [Director] Yasuhito Miyashita [Ticket] Reserved seat 8,460 yen (Yashiro price, tax included) [Notes] *Preschool children not allowed *Refunds will not be accepted unless the performance is postponed or canceled. [Ticket sales period] Reception period: October 15, 2024 (Tuesday) 10:00~ ■Ticket Pia (P code: 283-141) https://t.pia.jp *Can be picked up or purchased directly at any 7-Eleven store ■Lawson Ticket (L code: 75075) https://l-tike.com *Available for pick-up and direct purchase at Lawson and Ministop stores ■Eplus (PC & Mobile) https://eplus.jp *Available for pick-up and direct purchase at FamilyMart stores Reception period: October 15, 2024 (Tuesday) 10:00~ ■CN Play Guide ☎0570-08-9999 *Pick-up available at 7-Eleven and Family Mart stores https://www.cnplayguide.com ■Confetti Ticket Center ☎050-3092-0051 (Weekdays 10:00-17:00) https://www.confetti-web.com ■Bell World Music ☎03-3222-7982 (Weekdays 12:00-17:00) [Sponsor] “Aki Yashiro Memorial Concert” Executive Committee [Management] Bell World Music [Inquiry] Bell World Music ☎03-3222-7982 (Weekdays 12:00-17:00) Official website: https://yashiroakituitou.com Official X:
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