Aiba!bakery
'cause this post has as many contents and variety as a bakery.. especially an Aiba one XD
post contents: news, a little fangirling, summer dramas, photos, videos, and.. some more stuff.
First off: GOING ON SEMI-HIATUS!
so much to do T__T But, I'll definitely continue subbing Last Friends, and I'll try to keep up with you guys (flist), I have so many of your posts bookmarked in my "wanna read" folder, but haven't had time to read anything T__T So, yeah, I haven't forgotten about you ♥
JE NEWS
-, Tackey & Tsubasa appear together in mini drama with new single Koiuta (on sale June 4). This will be the first time an actual drama is included with a song's release.
The 20-minute episode will use the love ballad Koiuta as its motif. Tackey takes on the role of an angel watching over a blind woman (played by Rinako Matsuoka), while Tsubasa plays the woman's childhood friend. The drama will be included as a bonus with the first press edition of the single. [source: Tokyograph]
So that's what the DVD is? This makes me wanna order. But, what's the difference between the Koi version and the Uta version?
-, redundant news, but I'm saying it nonetheless because it deserves to be repeated: Yamapi in summer drama, Code Blue, with Aragaki Yui and Toda Erika.
Proper rant about this summer season dramas and wishful thinking left for the dedicated section XD
-, rumore: Ryo-chan summer drama? There are several rumors going around. I won't be saying anything about any of them (so don't ask XD), but I guess we should keep our eyes open and our fingers crossed ^_^
News from Japan, and 1 extra one.. from an unexpected place
-, 2 days ago I fail for not posting this earlier, May 25, was Jordan's Independence Day.
-, Kishibe jinja (shrine) in Suite, Osaka, designated as cultural asset, was destroyed by fire on Friday May 23. [source: Mainichi Daily News]
-, UNESCO advised putting off the registration of Hiraizumi as World Heritage Site. [source: Mainichi Daily News]
Hiraizumi is a town in Nishiiwai District, Iwate. [more in wikipedia]. It has several monuments such as:
Chusonji
Motsuji
Muryokoin ruins
-, Japan dedicates $54 million in grants for Afghanistan, Africa, and Palestinians' food aid. [source: Mainichi Daily News]
-, Skirts are out, slacks are in. Slacks are slowly becoming part of schoolgirl uniforms in Japan, with some schools making it compulsory. Reasons for this are worries for girls' health during the cold winter, and because "the Haniwa look was ugly". [source: Mainichi daily News]
Haniwa look is for a girl to wear her schoolgirl uniform, specifically a Japanese schoolgirl skirt, with shorts or pants(usually sweatpants) under it. [more at Virtual Japan]
haniwa look - img from tomzone-s
-, Watch out for... frogs?. In Nagano, a new road sign has been put up by a non-profit animal protection group to warn drivers, as the amphibians being their spawning period.
[source: Mainichi Daily News]
-, Japan is fifth most peaceful nation in the world, and is the only G8 member to be in the top 10 list:
01. Iceland
02. Denmark
03. Norway
04. New Zealand
05. Japan
06. Ireland
07. Protugal
08. Finland
09. Luxembourg
10. Austria
It seems though that the world is marginally more peaceful in 2008 than it was last year.
[source: The Japan Times Online]
Other random rankings:
Canada: 11; Germany: 14; Romania: 24; Italy: 28; Singapore: 29; Spain: 30; Poland: 31; S.Korea: 32; UK: 49; Jordan: 65; China: 67; USA: 97; Philippines: 113; N.Korea: 133;
Most violent 5:
136. Israel
137. Afghanistan
138. Sudan
139. Somalia
140. Iraq
[full index: Global Peace Index]
-, Fukuda backs daylight-saving time as Japan remains one of the rare countries that do not adopt it. It still cannot be said whether or not the bill will pass, since parties have opposite opinions on it. Critics say the measure might merely result in people working longer hours. [source: The Japan Times Online]
Fangirling
-, Yamapi & Aiba-chan... on a date... together!! XD
From Yamapi's jweb entry #1741 on 24.05.08. English translation here by zephyris87 (you need to scroll down a bit).
-, Yamapi: earth friend ♥
I generally use the same thing for a long time, rather than frequently buying new things and changing. It's not that I can't bear to throw things away; I just want to take care of and cherish each thing. My current cell phone doesn't have the cover over its battery anymore. It just fell off somewhere, and when I realized that, it was gone. The cover had already graduated from my presence. When I glanced at my phone again, it looked strange because there wasn't a cover...I thought, "That's not normal." If I drop my phone, the battery falls out, too. I could go change it for a new one right away, but it can still be used, so I keep it. Taking care of your things is "eco" [earth-friendly], you know (laugh). Besides, throwing away clothes I was attached to is difficult, so I give them to my friends or to juniors in the agency. It makes me really, really happy when the people wear things I gave them.
From Seventeen Magazine, 0409 entry entitled encounters and partings
Full translation here at seventeen_0409
-, Question: nya87 and I were exchanging comments, when the topic of Tegoshi being an S came up. I remember hearing or reading sth about this, but I can't remember where or why. Anyone know anything? points at Morita-know-it-all XD
-, Kame in Tensai!Shimura Doubutsuen 08.03.08
I've been reading a really sweet Akame fanfic written by winged-kame, and the latest chapter she posted reminded me of this episode of TSD. I got the Kame cut from mixmin199 and made some more cuts ^_^ I'm not a huge Kame fan, but this.. this is just so precious ^_^ (it was during his filming for ichipondo no fukuin)
-, Jin attitude
For DUES I watched KAT-TUN in Hey!x3 05.12 and MS 05.16, and both times the group looked really nice but Jin had this I-don't-give-a-damn attitude. It really bugged me. Dude, I'm trying to like you here, but I can't be the one doing all the work XD
So yeah, I think I read a while back sth about him being like that all the time, and that he doesn't give 100% into his work. Is this true? Or is my mind playing tricks? ^_^;;
By the way I watched an intervew with Kame (can't remember when or where) and he was talking about the members and such. He said that Junno always writes down every expense he makes! Well, ummmm, I do the same thing Junno does! XD I don't do it in front of others though (like Junno seems to do), 'cause I think it's rude ^_^;;
-, aiaigasa: Finally something innocent to take over the slightly more adult lovejuice!! XD
As expected CDJapan restocked with LE and I placed my pre-order. Now I have till June 15 to decide whether to go through with it or cancel it XD
-, Of course, after I read news about Yamada Yuu including in her 1st album MYUSIC, released May 14, the song Holla! that talks about Oguri Shun I was super curious, and was finally able to find the album. I only listened to that one song for now (I'm still in my Tackey!adoration period). Ummm, yeah. I'll up it later with lyrics so you guys tell me what you think.
Speaking of Tackey!adoration, sakuraminamoto ♥ sent me this wonderful performance on SCP 2008.01.20:
Song Title: KI.SE.KI
If you want to DL, here's an MF link (upped by sakuraminamoto)
-, Arashi no Shukudai-kun 08.05.26
Aiba!bakery *points to icon* (made by tenjostyle ♥)
Watch a tiny cut of "ore Aiba be-kari yarimasu" and pan eating contest, as well as other caps and cuts, at tenjostyle's vox: here. I still have to watch the whole ep XD
-, Ouran koukou Host Club
The manga is going at a really slow pace here in Italy. A few days ago I was reading a chapter that was also in the anime, and I really like this part, so I cut it ^_^
Tamaki: Kyoya mon ami
Dramas for summer season: some info and my wishful thinking
-, Code Blue (Fuji, Thu. 10pm).
We already know it's Yamapi, Gakky, and Toda. wishful thinking: With a Yamapi leading role, does this mean a new NEWS single as theme? *fingers crossed*
There's a lot of attention to this drama in the fansub world ne. For English it's been announced by 2 groups: Querbeet and -no surprise- Love Song. Are they gonna do a collab? Still unknown. No one announced Italian subs for this though (there are French, Spanish, and Hungarian). I find that quite strange actually.
-, Maou (TBS, Fri. 10pm)
Oh-chan (Arashi) & Ikuta Toma ne. wishful thinking: Does this mean a new Shuuji-to-Akira-like SaToma special unit?!! I'm pushing it, aren't I? That would be interesting though, wouldn't it?
This has got quite a few subbers announced too. For English STORMY team. For Italian (soft only) AFD.
-, Shibatora (Fuji, Tue. 9pm)
Koike Teppei ♥ wishful thinking: Seeing as it's his first leading role, I wonder if he's gonna sing the theme too. Why am I taking for granted that the ones acting will be the ones singing the theme?!! XD
-, Monster Parent (Fuji, Tue. 10pm)
Hiraoka Yuta! I only found about this like yesterday !! For some reason this guy's name just can't stick in my brain ^_^; I might give this a go, but there's already so much to watch XD No subbers announced yet.
-, Koizora (TBS, Sat. 8pm)
Still no news on this. But I saw Kono Shin is doing the OST. I remember him mostly for his Byakuyakou OST, which I absolutely adore. But he's also done the OST for hanakimi, hachikuro, sekachuu, as well as worked with SMAP.
I watched the movie 2 days ago. I thought it was raw, but ended up being Spanish hardsubbed ^_^; Oh well. Anyway, I knew nothing of the story, so I was quite shocked when my tears started flowing endlessly T___T I don't know if I wanna watch this drama anymore ^_^;
-, Here is Greenwood (Tokyo MX. date&time still unknown)
know nothing about this. But the synopsis makes it sound like fun ^_^ will be subbed by DoReMii
-, Atsu-hime (NHK, Sun. 8pm)
with Miyazaki Aoi, who won a Galaxy Award for her role in this drama. (no other awards were announced. The full list will be announced on June 3. [Tokyograph]). This is gonna be a continuation, since the drama actually started airing in Jan, and will go on till Dec (50eps). It sounds interesting, 'cause it's historic, but I haven't watched any eps yet ><'
Other stuff: no category
-, RUSS-K: women?
Does RUSS-K make clothes for women too? I can't seem to find anything on the site Stylista. For some clothes they specifically write MEN. But the other clothes without that label don't look very lady-like ^_^;
Anyho, I found this LJ that accepts RUSS-K orders if you're interested: tsukasa0504
-, new tea season in Japan
May is the new tea season in Japan, so my sensei, who just got back from there, made us some tea with those, along with kusamochi. oishikatta~ *__*
-, As promised to my flist, a photo of a certain cake:
Ne? What do you think? It's the one my friend made. She also added chocolate chips *yummm* It looks a lot better than this one, ne ^_^
-, graphic preview on LJ: please turn off!! ^_^;
I wonder what people think of those. I personally can't stand them, and wish the world would just turn them off XD But of course, it's your own journal / comm / site, so I can't be the one telling you how to customize it.
But! If you do think they're annoying, and can't figure out how to remove them on LJ, here's what to do:
go to Journal -> Settings, in your Viewing Options go to the third slot where it says "Graphic Preview" and uncheck it. You're done! ^_^
By doing this you only turn it off in your own LJ and fpage though. Other communities and LJs you visit will still have it, unless their owners turn it off. Maybe we should start a turn-off-gpreview campaign XD
tiny spoiler: looks like a new project is in the works.. ^_^ though this time I won't be flying solo ^_^ I'll tell in due time, also 'cause nothing is actually decided. For now you'll have to live with this XD I love torturing people XD does this make me an S? O__O
post contents: news, a little fangirling, summer dramas, photos, videos, and.. some more stuff.
First off: GOING ON SEMI-HIATUS!
so much to do T__T But, I'll definitely continue subbing Last Friends, and I'll try to keep up with you guys (flist), I have so many of your posts bookmarked in my "wanna read" folder, but haven't had time to read anything T__T So, yeah, I haven't forgotten about you ♥
JE NEWS
-, Tackey & Tsubasa appear together in mini drama with new single Koiuta (on sale June 4). This will be the first time an actual drama is included with a song's release.
The 20-minute episode will use the love ballad Koiuta as its motif. Tackey takes on the role of an angel watching over a blind woman (played by Rinako Matsuoka), while Tsubasa plays the woman's childhood friend. The drama will be included as a bonus with the first press edition of the single. [source: Tokyograph]
So that's what the DVD is? This makes me wanna order. But, what's the difference between the Koi version and the Uta version?
-, redundant news, but I'm saying it nonetheless because it deserves to be repeated: Yamapi in summer drama, Code Blue, with Aragaki Yui and Toda Erika.
Proper rant about this summer season dramas and wishful thinking left for the dedicated section XD
-, rumore: Ryo-chan summer drama? There are several rumors going around. I won't be saying anything about any of them (so don't ask XD), but I guess we should keep our eyes open and our fingers crossed ^_^
News from Japan, and 1 extra one.. from an unexpected place
-, 2 days ago I fail for not posting this earlier, May 25, was Jordan's Independence Day.
-, Kishibe jinja (shrine) in Suite, Osaka, designated as cultural asset, was destroyed by fire on Friday May 23. [source: Mainichi Daily News]
-, UNESCO advised putting off the registration of Hiraizumi as World Heritage Site. [source: Mainichi Daily News]
Hiraizumi is a town in Nishiiwai District, Iwate. [more in wikipedia]. It has several monuments such as:
Chusonji
Motsuji
Muryokoin ruins
-, Japan dedicates $54 million in grants for Afghanistan, Africa, and Palestinians' food aid. [source: Mainichi Daily News]
-, Skirts are out, slacks are in. Slacks are slowly becoming part of schoolgirl uniforms in Japan, with some schools making it compulsory. Reasons for this are worries for girls' health during the cold winter, and because "the Haniwa look was ugly". [source: Mainichi daily News]
Haniwa look is for a girl to wear her schoolgirl uniform, specifically a Japanese schoolgirl skirt, with shorts or pants(usually sweatpants) under it. [more at Virtual Japan]
haniwa look - img from tomzone-s
-, Watch out for... frogs?. In Nagano, a new road sign has been put up by a non-profit animal protection group to warn drivers, as the amphibians being their spawning period.
[source: Mainichi Daily News]
-, Japan is fifth most peaceful nation in the world, and is the only G8 member to be in the top 10 list:
01. Iceland
02. Denmark
03. Norway
04. New Zealand
05. Japan
06. Ireland
07. Protugal
08. Finland
09. Luxembourg
10. Austria
It seems though that the world is marginally more peaceful in 2008 than it was last year.
[source: The Japan Times Online]
Other random rankings:
Canada: 11; Germany: 14; Romania: 24; Italy: 28; Singapore: 29; Spain: 30; Poland: 31; S.Korea: 32; UK: 49; Jordan: 65; China: 67; USA: 97; Philippines: 113; N.Korea: 133;
Most violent 5:
136. Israel
137. Afghanistan
138. Sudan
139. Somalia
140. Iraq
[full index: Global Peace Index]
-, Fukuda backs daylight-saving time as Japan remains one of the rare countries that do not adopt it. It still cannot be said whether or not the bill will pass, since parties have opposite opinions on it. Critics say the measure might merely result in people working longer hours. [source: The Japan Times Online]
Fangirling
-, Yamapi & Aiba-chan... on a date... together!! XD
From Yamapi's jweb entry #1741 on 24.05.08. English translation here by zephyris87 (you need to scroll down a bit).
-, Yamapi: earth friend ♥
I generally use the same thing for a long time, rather than frequently buying new things and changing. It's not that I can't bear to throw things away; I just want to take care of and cherish each thing. My current cell phone doesn't have the cover over its battery anymore. It just fell off somewhere, and when I realized that, it was gone. The cover had already graduated from my presence. When I glanced at my phone again, it looked strange because there wasn't a cover...I thought, "That's not normal." If I drop my phone, the battery falls out, too. I could go change it for a new one right away, but it can still be used, so I keep it. Taking care of your things is "eco" [earth-friendly], you know (laugh). Besides, throwing away clothes I was attached to is difficult, so I give them to my friends or to juniors in the agency. It makes me really, really happy when the people wear things I gave them.
From Seventeen Magazine, 0409 entry entitled encounters and partings
Full translation here at seventeen_0409
-, Question: nya87 and I were exchanging comments, when the topic of Tegoshi being an S came up. I remember hearing or reading sth about this, but I can't remember where or why. Anyone know anything? points at Morita-know-it-all XD
-, Kame in Tensai!Shimura Doubutsuen 08.03.08
I've been reading a really sweet Akame fanfic written by winged-kame, and the latest chapter she posted reminded me of this episode of TSD. I got the Kame cut from mixmin199 and made some more cuts ^_^ I'm not a huge Kame fan, but this.. this is just so precious ^_^ (it was during his filming for ichipondo no fukuin)
-, Jin attitude
For DUES I watched KAT-TUN in Hey!x3 05.12 and MS 05.16, and both times the group looked really nice but Jin had this I-don't-give-a-damn attitude. It really bugged me. Dude, I'm trying to like you here, but I can't be the one doing all the work XD
So yeah, I think I read a while back sth about him being like that all the time, and that he doesn't give 100% into his work. Is this true? Or is my mind playing tricks? ^_^;;
By the way I watched an intervew with Kame (can't remember when or where) and he was talking about the members and such. He said that Junno always writes down every expense he makes! Well, ummmm, I do the same thing Junno does! XD I don't do it in front of others though (like Junno seems to do), 'cause I think it's rude ^_^;;
-, aiaigasa: Finally something innocent to take over the slightly more adult lovejuice!! XD
As expected CDJapan restocked with LE and I placed my pre-order. Now I have till June 15 to decide whether to go through with it or cancel it XD
-, Of course, after I read news about Yamada Yuu including in her 1st album MYUSIC, released May 14, the song Holla! that talks about Oguri Shun I was super curious, and was finally able to find the album. I only listened to that one song for now (I'm still in my Tackey!adoration period). Ummm, yeah. I'll up it later with lyrics so you guys tell me what you think.
Speaking of Tackey!adoration, sakuraminamoto ♥ sent me this wonderful performance on SCP 2008.01.20:
Song Title: KI.SE.KI
If you want to DL, here's an MF link (upped by sakuraminamoto)
-, Arashi no Shukudai-kun 08.05.26
Aiba!bakery *points to icon* (made by tenjostyle ♥)
Watch a tiny cut of "ore Aiba be-kari yarimasu" and pan eating contest, as well as other caps and cuts, at tenjostyle's vox: here. I still have to watch the whole ep XD
-, Ouran koukou Host Club
The manga is going at a really slow pace here in Italy. A few days ago I was reading a chapter that was also in the anime, and I really like this part, so I cut it ^_^
Tamaki: Kyoya mon ami
Dramas for summer season: some info and my wishful thinking
-, Code Blue (Fuji, Thu. 10pm).
We already know it's Yamapi, Gakky, and Toda. wishful thinking: With a Yamapi leading role, does this mean a new NEWS single as theme? *fingers crossed*
There's a lot of attention to this drama in the fansub world ne. For English it's been announced by 2 groups: Querbeet and -no surprise- Love Song. Are they gonna do a collab? Still unknown. No one announced Italian subs for this though (there are French, Spanish, and Hungarian). I find that quite strange actually.
-, Maou (TBS, Fri. 10pm)
Oh-chan (Arashi) & Ikuta Toma ne. wishful thinking: Does this mean a new Shuuji-to-Akira-like SaToma special unit?!! I'm pushing it, aren't I? That would be interesting though, wouldn't it?
This has got quite a few subbers announced too. For English STORMY team. For Italian (soft only) AFD.
-, Shibatora (Fuji, Tue. 9pm)
Koike Teppei ♥ wishful thinking: Seeing as it's his first leading role, I wonder if he's gonna sing the theme too. Why am I taking for granted that the ones acting will be the ones singing the theme?!! XD
-, Monster Parent (Fuji, Tue. 10pm)
Hiraoka Yuta! I only found about this like yesterday !! For some reason this guy's name just can't stick in my brain ^_^; I might give this a go, but there's already so much to watch XD No subbers announced yet.
-, Koizora (TBS, Sat. 8pm)
Still no news on this. But I saw Kono Shin is doing the OST. I remember him mostly for his Byakuyakou OST, which I absolutely adore. But he's also done the OST for hanakimi, hachikuro, sekachuu, as well as worked with SMAP.
I watched the movie 2 days ago. I thought it was raw, but ended up being Spanish hardsubbed ^_^; Oh well. Anyway, I knew nothing of the story, so I was quite shocked when my tears started flowing endlessly T___T I don't know if I wanna watch this drama anymore ^_^;
-, Here is Greenwood (Tokyo MX. date&time still unknown)
know nothing about this. But the synopsis makes it sound like fun ^_^ will be subbed by DoReMii
-, Atsu-hime (NHK, Sun. 8pm)
with Miyazaki Aoi, who won a Galaxy Award for her role in this drama. (no other awards were announced. The full list will be announced on June 3. [Tokyograph]). This is gonna be a continuation, since the drama actually started airing in Jan, and will go on till Dec (50eps). It sounds interesting, 'cause it's historic, but I haven't watched any eps yet ><'
Other stuff: no category
-, RUSS-K: women?
Does RUSS-K make clothes for women too? I can't seem to find anything on the site Stylista. For some clothes they specifically write MEN. But the other clothes without that label don't look very lady-like ^_^;
Anyho, I found this LJ that accepts RUSS-K orders if you're interested: tsukasa0504
-, new tea season in Japan
May is the new tea season in Japan, so my sensei, who just got back from there, made us some tea with those, along with kusamochi. oishikatta~ *__*
-, As promised to my flist, a photo of a certain cake:
Ne? What do you think? It's the one my friend made. She also added chocolate chips *yummm* It looks a lot better than this one, ne ^_^
-, graphic preview on LJ: please turn off!! ^_^;
I wonder what people think of those. I personally can't stand them, and wish the world would just turn them off XD But of course, it's your own journal / comm / site, so I can't be the one telling you how to customize it.
But! If you do think they're annoying, and can't figure out how to remove them on LJ, here's what to do:
go to Journal -> Settings, in your Viewing Options go to the third slot where it says "Graphic Preview" and uncheck it. You're done! ^_^
By doing this you only turn it off in your own LJ and fpage though. Other communities and LJs you visit will still have it, unless their owners turn it off. Maybe we should start a turn-off-gpreview campaign XD
tiny spoiler: looks like a new project is in the works.. ^_^ though this time I won't be flying solo ^_^ I'll tell in due time, also 'cause nothing is actually decided. For now you'll have to live with this XD I love torturing people XD does this make me an S? O__O