M2
try
(Sidsel Endresen)
M3
song for a new beginning
(Secret Garden)
M4
whole new you
(Shawn Colvin)
M5
four leaf clover
(Abra Moore)
M6
Willie Stewart / Molly Rankin
(Eddi Reader)
M7
end of May
(Michael Buble)
M8
ツバメ
(山崎まさよし)
[TRANSLATION] Chen - 230817 Official EXO-L Japan website update: "「CHEN JAPAN TOUR 2023 - Polaris -」リハーサル現場レポート#3!" ("'CHEN JAPAN TOUR 2023 - Polaris -' On-site Rehearsal Report #3!")
"今回のスタッフブログも、「CHEN JAPAN TOUR 2023 - Polaris -」のリハーサル現場レポートをお届けします!"
Translation: "We got some more news from 'CHEN JAPAN TOUR 2023 - Polaris -' rehearsal in our next instalment of the staff blog!"
Translation: "After his schedules in China, Chen made his way back to Japan to resume rehearsals! The staff and band greeted him when he entered the studio with a warm, ‘welcome baaa~ck!’ to which Chen replied in a loud voice, ‘It’s good to be back~~!’^^
During one of the breaks, Chen announced, ‘I got everyone souvenirs!’ and then proceeded to hand out things he had bought at the airport in Japan (hehe).♪ He added, ‘I wanted to get something for everyone, but I didn’t have enough time so I just stopped at one of the shops in the airport (hehe)’. Regardless of where he got the souvenirs, everyone was appreciative and the mood in the room quickly livened up.^^ The staff and band alike were thrilled to receive the gifts, and this act of kindness showed just how considerate Chen is of all those around him.^^
During the second half of the first day rehearsal, Chen announced, ‘There’s something I'd like to tell the band’. Chen then proceeded to express his gratitude and respect for the band by saying, ‘Everyone is so amazing! Please never feel shy to show off your talents and charms, you guys are really the best!’."
"そして今回のツアーは、日本オリジナルのツアー!ということで、セットリストにもチェンのこだわりがつまっています♪
そのこだわりのセットリストからも『CHEN JAPAN TOUR 2023 - Polaris -』ならではの世界観に引き込まれること間違いなしです!!
そこで、EXO-L-JAPANのみなさんへ、チェンからクイズを出題!
Q:『CHEN JAPAN TOUR 2023 - Polaris -』は何の曲からスタートするでしょうか?
みなさん、ぜひ予想してみてくださいね♪
EXO-L-JAPANのみなさん、ツアースタートも間近です!
みなさん、チェンと盛り上がる準備はできていますか~⁉「CHEN JAPAN TOUR 2023 - Polaris -」を一緒に全力で楽しみましょう!"
Translation: "As you all may know, this tour is a Japan exclusive! Chen also had a hand in picking songs for the setlist♪
With Chen's creative eye there's no reason for 'CHEN JAPAN TOUR 2023 - Polaris -' not to be a huge success on the world stage!!
And now we have a little questionnaire for EXO-L-JAPAN from Chen!
Q: What sort of song should I start 'CHEN JAPAN TOUR 2023 - Polaris -』'with?
Give the question some thought, everyone!♪
Lastly, we asked Chen a couple of questions about the songs!^^
Q: Do you have any tips for remembering the Japanese lyrics to your songs?
A: Well, first off, I start memorising each of the words from the first measure. To make sure I can transition between each section naturally I also memorise the meaning of the lyrics. This isn't a failproof method though and I still encounter difficulties. (hehe)
Q: Do you have a special vocal care routine to keep your throat and voice healthy during the tour?
A: In the past I used to use a spray to keep my throat from drying out, but nowadays I just drink more water. I find that when I'm on tour and singing a lot, I don't drink as much coffee as usual, either. I typically drink about two cups a day, but ever since I've begun preparing for this tour I haven't had a single cup!
We'll be back with more Chen questions and we hope you all look forward to it!♪
The tour is just about to begin, EXO-L-JAPAN!
Are you guys ready to cheer your hearts out for Chen? ⁉ Let's watch 'CHEN JAPAN TOUR 2023 - Polaris -' with all our energy!"
Photo links: 1, 2
Credit: translation, dailyexo.tumblr.com, Source: Official EXO-L Japan.
Good morning. Start with good coffee at my favorite coffee shop. 😉☕️ Have a nice day!♥️ おはよう まず排気に入りのコーヒーショップでコーヒーを... 😋 今日から仕事始めの人が多いですよね? お仕事頑張って良い日をお過ごし下さい。 #café #coffeeshop #coffee #lemoncheesecake #haveaniceday #カフェ #コーヒーショップ #コーヒー #レモンチーズケーキ https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm_P_zDMVfJ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
다들 오늘 하루 잘 보냈어요~~?
오늘 한국엔 비가 왔는데 사실 전 비오는 날 좋아해요🫢
비 많이 맞는 것도 완전 좋아요..😶🌫️
그래서 밖에 나가서 커피도 사서 마시고
숙소에서 쭉 노래도 듣고 애니도 보면서 쉬었어요🥰
아랜 제가 좋아하는 앨범인데 들어보세요 🤞🏻
오늘도 수고했구 잘자시온🫶🏻
みんな今日一日楽しく過ごしましたか?
今日韓国は雨が降ったんですが、実は私は雨の日が好きです🫢
雨がたくさん降るのもすごくいいです..😶🌫️
なので外に出てコーヒーも買って飲みます
宿舎でずっと歌も聞いてアニメも見ながら休みました🥰
私が好きなアルバムなので聞いてみてください 🤞🏻
今日もお疲れ様でした. 잘자시온🫶🏻
Translation by sionsarchives:
Did you have a good day?
It rained in Korea today, but actually I like rainy days🫢
It's also great that it rains a lot…😶🌫️
So I go out and buy coffee
I listened to songs and watched anime while resting at the dorm🥰
It's my favorite album, so please listen to it 🤞🏻
Thank you for your hard work today. I love you🫶🏻
Nestled at the start of Shima Onsen, deep in the mountains of Gunma, is one of the few public day-onsens that has an outdoor bath (rotenburo) named Seiryu-no-Yu. We also like to call these places “jumping onsen”.. as in jump in and jump out 😊. For this one the cost is 500 yen for 2 hours and can even rent a towel set for 250 yen. The water and views are great and they even have drinking onsen water in the hallway to enjoy.. so good! But one of the best parts is that they also sell cold coffee milk as seen in the video, an absolute must after a hearty onsen dip 😌