[Kochi Prefecture] [Event Report] Kochi Prefecture releases a promotional video starring DJ KOO for the Osaka/Kansai Expo! SUPER LOCAL Kochi Promotion Video Completion Presentation Kochi Prefecture Press release: October 29, 2024 [Event Report] Kochi Prefecture releases a promotional video starring DJ KOO for the Osaka/Kansai Expo! SUPER LOCAL Kochi promotional video completion presentation “Kochi Prefecture was the most KOOOOOO!!!!” he says, talking about the shooting episode! Kochi Prefecture (Governor: Shoji Hamada) has released a promotional video with the concept of “SUPER LOCAL” to widely disseminate Kochi Prefecture’s rich nature and culture in preparation for the 2025 Osaka/Kansai Expo. Along with the release, we will invite DJ KOO, who appears in the promotional video, to hold a video completion presentation on October 29, 2024 (Tuesday) at Grand Front Osaka North Building Knowledge Theater (Umeda, Osaka). did. On the day, after the promotional video was released for the first time, DJ KOO appeared as SUPER LOCAL Kochi excitement leader “DJ KOOCHI”, and played along with the original song “Yosakoi DJ Remix” that was played in the video. A total of 12 Yosakoi dancers put on an amazing performance.
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collaboration with the Osaka/Kansai Expo and the policy aimed at raising awareness of Kochi Prefecture.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/39021/16/39021-16-63d55b49a8465b336e70419fd71fbb83-1668×1112.png SUPER LOCAL Kochi excitement leader “DJ KOOCHI” performs his original song “Yosakoi DJ Remix” for the first time! Dressed in the same bright costume as in the promotional video, DJ KOO appeared on stage as “DJ KOOCHI” with Kochi Prefecture’s Yosakoi team “TACYON”. Afterwards, Osaka/Kansai Expo’s official character “Myakumyaku” and Kochi Prefecture’s image character “Kuroshio-kun” rushed in with their Naruko, and a total of 15 Yosakoi DJs performed with the original song “Yosakoi DJ Remix” arranged by DJ KOO. was unveiled.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/39021/16/39021-16-6ef39d652f7f4912feea051277a79719-1289×859.png DJ KOO talks about the behind-the-scenes of the shoot with maximum excitement, saying, “Kochi Prefecture was the most KOOOOOO!!!!” The talk session started with DJ KOO’s cheerful comment, “Please call me DJ KOOCHI!” When asked about appearing in the video as “DJ KOOCHI,” he replied, “I serve as a special artistic advisor for the Japan Bon Odori Association, and next year will be my 45th anniversary as a DJ. “I want to make it my life’s work to spread the word not only in Japan but all over the world. As DJ KOOCHI, I want to convey SUPER LOCAL charm to the world,” he answered with a happy expression.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/39021/16/39021-16-5355fa5965c9a55bfb84949d2a59bd67-1738×1158.png When asked about SUPER LOCAL, Governor Hamada said, “It’s different from the busy city life, it’s close to nature, and there are things you can’t do in the city, like the seafood, the mountains, the warmth and friendliness of people.” I would like people to learn about SUPER LOCAL, which is ephemeral, through “Tosatosa.” I hope it will support tourism and migration to Kochi,” he said, enthusiastic about promoting the appeal of “the finest countryside of Kochi.” In the scene in the promotional video at Hirome Market where they toast with customers, DJ KOO says, “The families and seniors who were there also felt free to join in the toast. Looking back on the shoot, he said, “I felt a welcoming atmosphere where even people could get along with each other.” When asked about the delicious food, he answered, “Tataki DO DANCE!” “You can’t taste it in Tokyo.The bonito was grilled with straw, and the taste of eating it with green onions and salt was amazing.” Next, DJ KOO took on the challenge of the “Kochi Prefecture Trivia Quiz.” The first question was, “Which famous tourist spot in Osaka is constructed using wood from Kochi
Prefecture?” After much consideration, DJ KOO came up with the answer: “Osaka Castle.” DJ KOO, who got the correct answer, looked relieved and said, “Good!” Afterwards, Governor Hamada said, “Kochi Prefecture has the highest forest rate in Japan, with a rich forest coverage rate of 84%, and even at the Osaka-Kansai Expo venue, wood from Kochi Prefecture was used for buildings such as the large roof ring. ” he explained.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/39021/16/39021-16-a7e967c2bcc91ba5423026d816e08826-1989×1326.png At the end, Governor Hamada addressed DJ KOO, saying, “Thank you very much for changing your name to DJ KOOCHI.As the leader of SUPER LOCAL Kochi’s promotion, I hope you will play a role in promoting Kochi, including its connection with the Expo.” I hope you’ll buy some as well,” he said, expressing his hopes as the captain and closing the meeting. “SUPER LOCAL Kochi feat. DJ KOOCHI” video overview Title: SUPER LOCAL Kochi feat. DJ KOOCHI Release date: October 29, 2024 (Tuesday) 16:00 URL: https://youtu.be/xGbhASC0rzY Highlights of the video This video was created with the hope that as many people as possible can discover the charms of SUPER LOCAL Kochi, including its tourist resources, food, and the warmth of its people. In the video, DJ KOO appears as a DJ named “DJ KOOCHI” who expresses the charm of Kochi Prefecture through music and dance. With the castle tower of Kochi Castle in the background, a total of 34 Yosakoi dancers will perform with a powerful performance, and the beautiful nature and rich ingredients and gourmet food unique to Kochi Prefecture will be introduced to the music. In addition, the overflowing hospitality spirit of Kochi Prefecture residents will be expressed through scenes in which DJ KOO interacts with the warm local people who are like family.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/39021/16/39021-16-3a9d489d8f0f13081e6468f399ce457b-2132×1765.jpg Also, in the video, there are many expressions unique to DJ KOO, such as “Kai KOOOO Chi!” and “Sasa, row KOO!”. Also pay attention to the “Yosakoi DJ Remix” that can only be seen here. The content is packed with charm that conveys Kochi Prefecture’s rich nature, food, culture, and the warmth of its people, making viewers want to visit. “SUPER LOCAL SHOP Tososa” in Kochi Prefecture This is an antenna shop for Kochi Prefecture products that delivers the “food and culture” of the people who live in Tosa’s seas, mountains, rivers, and fields. We aim to be a super local, a hub for the fresh and rich flavors of Kochi, the finest countryside. Official website:
https://www.tosatosa-kochi.com/ Concept movie:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnoYhWIUKjw&t=28s
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/39021/16/39021-16-a6fc7c38fd81b02db8e2f4707a2fdeee-303×303.jpg Recommended products by DJ KOO, who says, “I want people all over the world to try it too!”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/39021/16/39021-16-eec9e97afca6593d99ec5185181fff8a-2295×683.png SUPER LOCAL Kochi Promotion video completion presentation event overview ■Date and time: October 29, 2024 (Tuesday) 13:00-13:55 ■Meeting venue: Grand Front Osaka North Building 4th Floor Knowledge Theater (3-1 Ofuka-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Prefecture) ■Organizer: Kochi Prefecture ■Speakers: DJ KOO, Shoji Hamada, Governor of Kochi Prefecture, Myak Myak (Osaka/Kansai Expo official character) Kuroshio-kun (Kochi prefecture image character) ■Content Greetings from the representative / Presentation on promotional activities of Kochi Prefecture / Yosakoi DJ play & Yosakoi performance by DJ KOO Promotional video release / DJ KOO & Kochi Prefecture Governor talk session / Photo session Details of initiatives for future Expos ■Let’s enjoy Kochi’s “okyaku” by eating Tosa sake and sabachi bento on the monorail! ・Event name: Osaka Monorail’s sake train “Kochi Yosakoi” ・Venue: Expo Kinen Koen Station ・Date: Saturday, December 14, 2020 ■Visiting facility horticulture farming in VR! ? Exhibiting a PR booth for advanced greenhouse horticulture ・Exhibition venue: “Regional Revitalization SDGs Festival” sponsored by the Cabinet Office Regional Revitalization Promotion Secretariat *Entering *Results scheduled to be notified in mid-November 2020 ・Exhibition overview: In addition to introducing advanced initiatives nationwide such as IoP projects and IPM technology, Widely disseminating the appeal of Kochi Prefecture’s greenhouse horticulture farming, which produces a variety of horticultural products ・Venue: EXPO Messe “Wasse” ・Exhibition period: 5 days from Wednesday, May 28, 2020 to Sunday, June 1, 2020 ■Enjoy the Osaka/Kansai Expo with Yosakoi performances from Kochi Prefecture, the birthplace of Yosakoi! ・Event name: Kochi Street Market (Sunday Market) & Yosakoi Festival in EXPO (tentative name) ・Sponsor: Kochi Prefecture (including municipalities) ・Venue: EXPO Arena “Matsuri” ・Date: Friday, August 22nd to Saturday, August 23rd, 2020
