#26 Hours Music Champ 2023 Winter

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【2023 LAST】 I Wanted the Final Video to be a Conversation

Hello, this is Hikaru. Thank you for watching! This time, as this is the last video of 2023, I wanted to feel connected with everyone so I asked you submit questions and messages on Instagram. This is a video that answers your questions! Once again, it is a laid-back and casual video 🍀 I've answered all the questions except those that I can't answer on my own! The video ended up being over 50 minutes 😂 Please kill time during the New Year holidays 🙇‍♀️If you have any video suggestions, please leave them in the comment section📝

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What do you do to take care of your throat and vocal health? She always carries lozenges with her and uses a face mask all-year round

Do you take voice training lessons? From time to time, yes. But those lessons are extremely expensive so she can't afford them too often

Please share an episode with Keiko that left a lasting impression! Hikaru gets asked this question a couple of times but she doesn't really come up with any specific story or anecdote. She does however say that being able to perform together again has been really special this year. She also emphasises how Keiko is like a sister to her, a precious senpai/nakama she looks up to.

Any tips on how to distinguish Hikaru's voice from the other two in Kalafina songs with harmony? Hikaru can't really give any advice because for her, her own voice is obviously most noticeable. She asks all fans who listen to a lot of Kalafina to provide some suggestions in the comment section. [LOL, I am surprised there are still so many people who struggle with this]

Any fan messages that have left a lasting impression? Hikaru makes sure to read every letter, message and comment. They all mean a lot to her. But sometimes someone will tell her something along the lines of Hikaru's music having changed their life and of course Hikaru can't help but be incredibly moved by a sentiment like that.

Something she always pays attention to when singing? Never neglect your emotions, they should always shine through.

Are you in love right now? Hikaru obviously thinks that's a decidedly private question but kudos to her for even including it in the video. She wonders if anyone else aside from the person who sent the question would actually want to know about this. In her mind, the person is probably in the minority so she tells people to leave a comment if they really want to know about her love life. Also, she feels like no matter how she answers that question, people would start worrying about her and she would rather not have that happen.

How to take care of your physical health? Exercise to some extent, stick to a balanced diet with lots of protein, do a lot of strength training to build muscle.

Any overseas food that left a lasting impression? Not particularly but she enjoys trying local items at Starbucks or McDonald's whenever she is in another country

What's your ideal type? What stuff did you fight about in previous relationships? Another question about her love life but since it's not really about her current relationship status she tries to answer some of it. Her ideal type is someone who truly values their family and takes care of them. As for fights, Hikaru is a bit vague here on whether this refers to actual past romantic relationships or just all relationships in general but basically, she is not the type to have emotional outbursts or anything so she doesn't really "fight" with people. It depends on someone's definition of a fight though. For her that's everything that can't be resolved through a civil discussion and she personally never lets it get that far.

Will Hikaru do any anisong covers on her YouTube channel? Hikaru struggles with rights and licenses so it's hard to find songs she can sing on her channel but if she does, she will give it a try

What is your ambition for next year? Hold a solo live in a bigger venue.

What are your thoughts on Kalafina's current situation? Wakana, Keiko and herself are all pursuing a solo career so she would be happy if everyone listened to their music and continued to support them [very neutral but precious answer]

I love Keiko! What should I do? Hikaru is a bit baffled that she would get a question like that. She then goes off on a tangent about the difference between "ai" and "koi". The person asking the question is using the word "ai" to describe their love for Keiko but in Hikaru's opinion, "ai" is probably not the correct term here because if you are worrying about what the other person thinks of you and wonder how you should act, it's more likely a case of "koi" instead of "ai" (with "koi" being more frequently used for romantic love whereas "ai" usually refers to a more general concept of love). As for what that person should do, they should definitely support Keiko's activities.

Please share an interesting anecdote from Kaji.Fes? She thought it was special that she got the chance to change her outfit for the final song (into the world) even though ever performer was supposed to only have one outfit. Then, at the after party she was fortunate enough to be seated close to Yuki Kajiura on her table which is how she ended up drinking a bit of alcohol even though she never ever drinks. That was a fun experiences.

Will you be eating mucchan manju in Fukuoka? [This is a local snack in Fukuoka, Wakana has been doing a lot of promotion for it, it's that thingy she eat in Kalafina's 10th Anniversary Live] Hikaru hopes she has time to eat it

Hikaru's Appearance at "26 Hours Music Champ 2023 Winter" Event

Broadcast date : 12/29 20:00 – 12/30 22:00 Platform: Music Champ

Hikaru's part aired on 12/30 (Sat) 16:00-17:00. She had a special Talk Session and then performed at the "SPECIAL DREAM LIVE 2023 Winter" LIVE🎤airing from 17:00 to 21:00 Official HP: http://music-champ.com/26h-winter Line-up/Schedule :https://www.music-champ.com/26h-winter/26h

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【Collab】Getting Date Make-up Done

Hello, this is Hikaru. Thank you for watching! This time, it's a collaboration video! I've invited one of my co-stars from my first stage project “TRIGGER”, Aya (Andohikari/sai/hikari&-) ▼Actor/Model/Make-up artist/Designer/Freelance Artist ・Instagram / sai_hi_official I had my makeup done by Sai�� This is a long video including extras. I'm sure all the women in the world are very familiar with this and doing it every day☑️ This time we are doing 2 Christmas looks: date makeup and one bonus look! The difference between these two and the difference from my normal make-up is impressive. For those among you who don't wear make-up, this video might still be interesting since you can use the items as a reference for Christmas presents. I hope you enjoy my newest upload 🍀 Please leave your video suggestions in the comment section📝

Hikaru to Appear at "26 Hours Music Champ 2023 Winter" Event

Broadcast date : 12/29 20:00 – 12/30 22:00 Platform: Music Champ

Hikaru's part is scheduled to air on 12/30 (Sat) 16:00-17:00. She will have a special Talk Session and then perform at the "SPECIAL DREAM LIVE 2023 Winter" LIVE🎤airing from 17:00 to 21:00 Official HP: http://music-champ.com/26h-winter Line-up/Schedule :https://www.music-champ.com/26h-winter/26h

Hikaru to Appear on AGAWORLD vol.2「UNIQUE」

Hikaru will also have a guest appearance on a special after-talk-show for Yumi Agawa's one-person stage play [AGAWORLD vol.2 "UNIQUE"]. She will be joined by several of her C.C.C. co-stars from the TRIGGER project. Please note that this is an on-site event. As of right now, there are no broadcast plans. But if you happen to be in Japan around that time, be sure to use the opportunity. Date/Time: February 18, 17:00~ Premium Ticket: 5,000円 | Regular Ticket: 3,800円 Application form: https://www.quartet-online.net/ticket/aga2?m=0yjeaaj

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Something Summer Themed 【Origami】

Hello, this is Hikaru. Thank you for watching! This time, I tried to come up with something having the end of summer and the holiday season in mind since this will be my last video update in August☀️ What did you all do during the summer holidays💭 It's been a long time since I did origami but It was a lot of fun ☺️ I cannot wait to receive your comments as well as suggestions for future videos!

Hikaru at Today's Music Champ Event: “3rd anniversary”

26 Hours Music Champ Vol.3 “Let’s connect - Future” Homepage: music-champ.com/26h-program Date: 8/26 Sat 20:00 - 8/27 Sun 22:00 Hikaru appearance: August 27 16:00〜17:00 「Hikaruとゆるっと」 17:00〜21:00 「Music Champ Present’s “SPECIAL DREAM LIVE 2023 Summer"」 The first part will be "talk” heavy, the second part is a dedicated live corner in which Hikaru will also have an appearance.(Source)

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I wasn't able to watch but it seems like Hikaru sang Flow and Awe, possibly one other (collab) song too.

Awe Digital Release

Also, Hikaru announced that AWE will be released digitally TODAY at midnight (JST) so please look forward to it!

Awe ℗ 2023 Hikaru Released on: 2023-08-28 Composer: HaKA/Command S; Lyricist: Hikaru

Following her 1st, 2nd and 3rd digital single release as freelance artist, Hikaru is now releasing her 4th digital single titled “Awe”.

You can purchase and stream Hikaru’s 4th digital release as freelancer on various sites (mora, OTOTOY, iTunes etc) and streaming platforms (Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, etc).

Please be sure to ❗SUPPORT HIKARU❗ in any way you can!

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BUY it on mora(TUTORIAL here)

BUY it on OTOTOY

BUY it in your local iTunes

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Ohhhh, she is using the same cathedral background as the one on the Kalafina Winter Acoustic album cover!(Oh, no, I got a little too excited there for a moment and didn't double-check before writing this, it's not the same image after all. Still, it looks like she was at least heavily inspired by that Kalafina cover). At any rate, it seems particularly fitting when you consider SPICE's Takeshi Kato mentioning that he felt like “Awe” was very reminiscent of her old Kalafina style. I'll admit, I initially wouldn't have made that connection but the longer I listen to the song, the more sense it makes. And it would definitely explain why I am so smitten with it. Damn, I'm obsessed. And I mean, he is not wrong, the song is certainly on a Kalafina-level of dark and dramatic. That bridge with the strings and choir is pretty epic too. I can say with confidence now that is my absolute favourite freelancer solo track so far. And I am glad her singing in the studio version is a bit more polished. She still sounds raw but it suits the atmosphere of the song.