迷宮なしの高校生探偵
High school detective with no unsolved mystery
工藤新一
CV:山口勝平
Shinichi Kudo
CV: Kappei Yamaguchi
負けず嫌いで、己の正義に忠実。難解な謎に心を躍らせ、大人顔負けの鋭い推理を自信たっぷりに披露するーそれが、高校生探偵・工藤新一だ。整った顔立ちで頭脳明晰、サッカーも相当な実力で、ファンも多い。
He hates losing and is loyal to his own sense of justice. Shinichi Kudo is a high school detective who gets excited about difficult mysteries and confidently shows off his incisive deductions that rival those of adults. He has a good-looking face, a clear head, and is also very good at soccer, so he has many fans.
そんな彼が一途に想いを寄せるのは、幼なじみの毛利蘭。ある時、飲まされた薬の作用で体が縮み、正体を隠し”江戸川コナン”として過ごすことに・・・。だが、新一は決して諦めない。工藤新一として、蘭のもとに帰る日まで!
The person he has a crush on is his childhood friend Ran Mouri. One day, his body shrinks due to the effects of the drug he was forced to drink, and he ends up hiding his true identity and living his life as ``Conan Edogawa.'' However, Shinichi never gives up. Until the day he returns to Ran as Shinichi Kudo!
「また難事件があれば、この名探偵、工藤新一にご依頼を!!」
“If you have another difficult case, please ask this great detective, Shinichi Kudo!”
数々の難事件を解決した日本警察の救世主
The savior of the Japanese police who solved many difficult cases
工藤新一は、世界的な推理小説家の父と元女優の母を持つ帝丹高校2年祭。探偵である。観察力と記憶力を活かし、現場や証言の僅かな違和感も見過ごさない。小さな手がかりから柔軟な発想で真実を解明し、証拠を積み上げた隙のない推理ショーで、犯人を追いつめる!その実績から、警察関係者の信頼は厚く、警部クラスにも顔が利く。
Shinichi Kudo is a second year student at Teitan High School whose father is a world-renowned mystery novelist and mother is a former actress. he is a detective. Utilizing his powers of observation and memory, he does not overlook the slightest discomfort in the scene or testimony. Unravel the truth from small clues with flexible thinking, and hunt down the culprit with a solid mystery show that accumulates evidence! Due to his track record, he is highly trusted by police officials and has a good reputation even among police inspectors.
新一が探偵を志したのは、ホームズへの憧れから。幼い頃は”ホームズの弟子”を名乗り、探偵修業していたことも。事件に遭遇すると推理したくてワズワズ・・・。授業もデートも抜け出して、事件現場に駆けつけてしまうのが探偵の性だ!
Shinichi wanted to become a detective because of his admiration for Holmes. When he was young, he called himself ``Holmes' apprentice'' and even trained as a detective. Whenever he encounters an incident, he always wants to deduce it... It's the detective's nature to skip classes and dates and rush to the crime scene!
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警視庁捜査一課から捜査協力の依頼を受け、殺人の起きた屋敷に駆けつけた新一。見事な推理で足のケガを装った犯人を逮捕し、その勇姿は新聞にも掲載された。(ONE)
Shinichi receives a request from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's First Investigative Division for investigation cooperation, and rushes to the mansion where the murder occurred. With his brilliant deductions, he arrested the culprit who had faked a leg injury, and his bravery was even published in the newspaper. (ONE)
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容疑者の座席でフィルムの切れ端を発見し、指紋を付けないようハンカチで拾う。捜査は丁寧で、現場を荒らすことはない。(162話)
They found a piece of film in the suspect's seat and picked it up with a handkerchief to avoid getting fingerprints on it. The investigation is thorough and the scene is not disturbed. (162 episodes)
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怪しい黒ずくめの男を、とっさに尾行。探偵としての勘も冴えている。(ONE)
Quickly tail the suspicious man dressed in black. He also has good intuition as a detective. (ONE)
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取引現場を証拠に残すため、対象から目を離すことなく、手の感覚だけでシャッターを切る。(ONE)
In order to leave evidence of the transaction scene, you can release the shutter using just the feel of your hand without taking your eyes off the subject. (ONE)
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手を握っただけで、相手が体操をやっていると指摘し驚かせる。鋭い観察力が導き出した推理だ。(ONE)
Just by holding his hand, he surprises him by pointing out that he is doing gymnastics. This is a deduction based on keen observational skills. (ONE)
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アリバイとして提出された動画に違和感を指摘。見つけた証拠を一つ一つ突きつけて犯人を追い込み、自供を引き出した。 (773話)
He pointed out that there was something strange about the video that was submitted as an alibi. He used every piece of evidence he found to corner the criminal and extract a confession. (Episode 773)
ぶれない正義・・・真実を求める覚悟
新一は、推理力だけでなく探偵として強い信念を持っている。推理は勝ち負けではないと考え、どんなに信じがたい真相でも目を背けず、受け止める。推理で人を死に追い込んでは殺人犯と同じ。誰も死なせない・・・。相手が犯罪者であっても信条を貫く。
Unwavering justice...determination to seek the truth
Shinichi not only has great deduction skills, but also has strong beliefs as a detective. He believes that deduction is not about winning or losing, and accepts the truth without turning away, no matter how hard it is to believe. If you cause someone to die by reasoning, you are the same as a murderer. I won't let anyone die... Stick to your beliefs even if your opponent is a criminal.
クール?無愛想?気障なセリフもさらり・・・探偵として語り出した新一は、時に芝居がかった詩的な表現を口にする。聞いている側が思わず赤面するようなセリフも、照れる様子もなく素で言ってのける。一方、機嫌の悪い時は子供っぽい表情も見せる。
cool? Unfriendly? Even the annoying lines are easy... Shinichi, who begins speaking as a detective, sometimes uses poetic expressions with a hint of drama. He can say lines that would make the listener blush, without any embarrassment. On the other hand, when he is in a bad mood, he also shows a childish expression.
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真実はいつも一つ。推理には上も下もないと言う新一に、平次も感服。(49話、ONE)
There is always one truth. Heiji is also impressed by Shinichi who says that there is no upper or lower in deduction. (Episode 49, ONE)
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蘭とレストランで食事中、殺人事件が発生。探偵として真相を求める気持ちを抑えきれない新一は、見兼ねた蘭に送り出された。(192話)
While eating with Ran at a restaurant, a murder occurs. Shinichi, who cannot suppress his desire to seek the truth as a detective, is sent away by Ran who can't help but look for him. (Episode 192)
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通り魔を助けた理由をきかれ、理由なんて要るのかとキッパリ。この言葉は蘭の心にも響いた。(288話)
When asked why he helped the passerby, he flatly replies that he doesn't need a reason. These words also touched Ran's heart. (Episode 288)
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遺された家族への配慮で、動機を秘匿した。(521話)
The motive was kept secret out of consideration for the family left behind. (episode 521)
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「静かに・・・」演劇のような所作。(191話)
"Quietly..." A theatrical gesture. (Episode 191)
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不機嫌になると、すぐジト目に・・・。(617話)
When he’s in a bad mood, he looks scornful... (617 episodes)
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蘭と訪れた水族館で起きた殺人に、血の匂いで勘づいた新一。真実を追求する探偵の性分を、サメの習性になぞらえて語った・・・。(772話、ONE)
Shinichi senses a murder that occurred at the aquarium he visited with Ran because of the smell of blood. He compared the nature of a detective who pursues the truth to the habits of a shark... (Episode 772, ONE)
「それが探偵さ・・・」
"That's a detective..."
平成のホームズに死角なし!?名探偵の心得
There are no blind spots in Heisei Holmes! ? Tips of a great detective
推理を支えるのは幅広い知識!推理にひらめきを与えるのは、分野を問わず蓄積された経験と知識!幼い頃からその大切さを知り、多くを学んできた。
A wide range of knowledge supports reasoning! It is the experience and knowledge accumulated in any field that gives inspiration to deductions! I knew the importance of this from an early age and have learned a lot from it.
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保育園児にしてコナン・ドイルを熟読。謎解きやトリックの知識、推理ショーの秘訣も学んだ。(854話)
(語学) 「あなたはいつトイレにはいりましたか?」
(化学)化学知識の応用!?薬品を合成し煙幕を生成。煙に隠れて教室から抜け出し捜査に向かった!(OVA 4)
(医学)遺体を外から見ただけで死因と凶器を推測。人体の構造や機能に通じている。(162話)
As a kindergartener, I read Conan Doyle thoroughly. He also learned riddles, tricks, and the secrets of mystery shows. (Episode 854)
(Language) “When did you go to the bathroom?”
(Chemistry) Application of chemical knowledge! ? Synthesize chemicals and generate a smoke screen. I sneaked out of the classroom under the cover of smoke and headed to investigate! (OVA 4)
(Medicine) The cause of death and murder weapon can be estimated just by looking at the body from the outside. Familiar with the structure and functions of the human body. (162 episodes)
軽やかな身のこなしで捜査に臨む!
探偵に必要なのは頭脳だけにあらず!捜査では、危険な現場に踏み入ったり、凶悪犯に襲われることも・・・。身体能力の鍛錬もぬかりなし!
He approaches the investigation with a light body!
A detective needs more than just brains! During the investigation, you may enter dangerous scenes or be attacked by violent criminals. Training of physical ability is also perfect!
蘭の蹴りを難なくかわす動体視力と反射神経。急カーブで傾いた車では、蘭と箱乗りしてバランスを取る。(上はONE、右は286話)そばにあった地球儀を犯人に向けて蹴り飛ばし、見事命中!逃亡を阻止した。正確さと威力を兼ね備えたキックだ。(ONE)
He started playing soccer to develop the athleticism needed to become a detective. He earned a regular spot as early as his first year in junior high school. (Episode 101)
His dynamic vision and reflexes allow him to easily dodge Ran's kicks. When the car tilts due to a sharp curve, Ran and I ride in a box to maintain balance. (Top is ONE, right is episode 286)
He kicks a nearby globe at the criminal and hits the target! prevented escape. It's a kick that combines accuracy and power. (ONE)
超高校級特殊技術も習得済み!
車の運転はもちろん、モーターボートや飛行機の操縦まで!”ハワイで親父に教わった”。たびたび口にする通り、優作の指導により得た技術は多い。
Super high school level special techniques have also been learned! Not only can you drive a car, but you can also pilot a motorboat or airplane! ``My father taught me this in Hawaii.'' As I often say, I have learned many techniques from Yusaku's guidance.
(操縦)コナンの姿で、ヘリコプターの操縦をこなした。子供の頃に航空博物館の模擬操縦で身につけた技術。(劇場版 2)
(爆弾処理)配線図を見ただけで爆弾の構造を理解。非常ドアごしに蘭へ指示を出し、爆弾を解除させた。(劇場版 1)
(射撃)射撃もハワイで特訓。射撃の腕には自信あり。少しでも照準を外せば危険が及ぶ緊張の場面でも、迷いなく撃ち込める。(左から219話、劇場版 2)
(Piloting) He piloted a helicopter in his Conan form. He learned this skill when he was a child doing mock maneuvers at an aviation museum. (Movie version 2)
(Bomb disposal) Understand the structure of a bomb just by looking at the wiring diagram. He gave instructions to Ran through the emergency door to defuse the bomb. (Movie version 1)
(Shooting) Special shooting training in Hawaii. I am confident in my shooting skills. Even in tense situations where he could be in danger if he misses his aim even slightly, he can shoot without hesitation. (Episode 219 from left, movie version 2)
(何気ない言動にドギマギ・・・♥)蘭が相手だと冗談にも翻弄されっばなし。ジェットコースターでふいに手を握られてドキッ!(ONE)
(I'm confused by his casual words and actions... ♥) When Ran is his partner, he's at the mercy of jokes. I was shocked when my hand was suddenly held on a roller coaster! (ONE)
つかず離れず・・・幼なじみ一筋。
気が強く、意地っ張りで、そのくせ涙もろい・・・。幼なじみの蘭をずっと近く見てきた新一。その想いは一途で、多くのファンレターをもらっても目移りしたことはない。蘭が絡むと日頃は冷静な頭脳も歯車がくるうのか、熱い男に変貌する。組織のことを伝えないのは、蘭の身を案じればこそ。本当のことを言えず蘭を待たせ続けて、もどかしさと悔しさが募るばかり・・・。会えない時間を乗り越え、ついに告白することができた!
Never leaving...a childhood friend.
She's strong-willed and stubborn, and yet she's also prone to tears... Shinichi has been watching his childhood friend Ran closely. His desire is single-minded, and even though he receives many fan letters, he has never given up on him. When Ran gets involved, his normally calm mind seems to turn into gears, and he transforms into a passionate man. The reason he doesn't tell her about the organization is because he's worried about Ran's safety. He keeps making Ran wait without telling him the truth, which only increases his frustration and regret... After overcoming the time when we couldn't meet, I was finally able to confess my feelings!
事件を優先させて、またしても蘭を置いて来てしまった新一。待ち続けている蘭の元に戻り、伝えたい言葉があるのだが・・・。思い通りにならない体に、焦りと悔しさが募る。(193話)
(アイツがまってるのに・・・っ)
Shinichi prioritizes the case and leaves Ran behind once again. He returns to Ran, who has been waiting for her, and has something to say to her... I feel a growing sense of impatience and frustration as my body doesn't turn out the way I want it to. (Episode 193)
(Even though she's waiting...)
(出会った日から・・・)
初めて合った日、とびきりの笑顔に心を撃ち抜かれた!その日から蘭一筋。(854話)
友達への照れから、蘭を名字で呼び、距離を取ろうとしたことも・・・。(473話)
(ついつい強がって・・・)
監禁被害者の救出を電話で指示。たびたび電話でピンチを助けている。(511話)
(会えない二人を繋ぐのは電話とメール)
(言いたいことも聞きたいこともいっぱい・・・)新一の姿に戻った貴重な機会に、蘭と気持ちを確かめ会いたかったのだが・・・。(523話)
(From the day we met...)
On the first day we met, his amazing smile stole my heart! From that day on, I was devoted to Ran. (Episode 854)
Out of embarrassment for her friend, he called Ran by her last name and tried to distance himself from her... (Episode 473)
(I just kept getting stronger...)
Give instructions over the phone to rescue a confinement victim. She often helps people in a pinch over the phone. (episode 511)
(Telephone calls and emails connect two people who cannot meet each other)
(There are so many things I want to say and ask...)
I wanted to take the precious opportunity to meet Ran and see how she feels after returning to Shinichi's form, but... (Episode 523)
ロンドンで再会するも、余計な感情が入りまくって蘭の心は推理不可能・・・。感情を爆発させ走り出した蘭を捕まえて「好きな女」と伝えられた!(621話)
「オメーは厄介な難事件なんだよ!」
Even though they meet again in London, Ran's feelings are filled with so many unnecessary emotions that it is impossible to understand them... When Ran bursts with emotion and runs off, he catches Ran and tells her that he is the woman he likes! (621 episodes)
“You are a troublesome and difficult case!”
「推理オタク」とバカにする蘭に、ファンレターの束を見せつける新一君。モテモテぶりに顔のニャケが止まらない!?
Another childhood friend, Sonoko, knows! ?
Shinichi Kudo's real face
Shinichi-kun is crazy about women! ?
Shinichi-kun's activities as a detective have been featured in newspapers and magazines, and he is getting a lot of attention (?). I'm sure you're not cheating on me, are you?
He wraps his arms around the woman and recreates the position of kissing the suspect while interrogating her in whispers. If Ran finds out about this... (Episode 192)
Shinichi shows off a stack of fan letters to Ran, who makes fun of him for being a "mystery geek." I can't stop my face from being so popular! ?
蘭の胸元をとらえた刺激的な1枚を送ってあげた!(411話)
Shinichi-kun... you're such a pervert!?
Even if he dresses cool and looks cool, inside he is just a high school boy. What are you thinking in your head in the midst of adolescence? Sonoko-sama is looking forward to it!
"Please show me your bra," Shinichi asks. The purpose is really just to investigate...! ? (162 episodes)
(Get lost in the crowd!)
While pretending to kiss Ran, Shinichi silently brings his face closer to Ran. (190 episodes)
(Inflate your sweet delusions...)
Convert the image of a hot couple into a sweet love scene with Ran and replay it in your mind! (ONE)
Even the relationship between Shinde and Ran is delusional. (Episode 171)
A close-up shot of Ran's butt as she fixes her swimsuit. I think Shinichi will be happy if I show it to him! (153 episodes)
(Are you excited about the treasure image?)
I sent you an exciting photo of Ran's chest! (Episode 411)
Season 4 concept art, interview, and character Q&A.
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Dress up ★ in student uniforms
in class and after school♪
The youthful school love of phantom thieves ♡
(DRESS UP★学生服)
授業中も放課後も♪
怪盗たちと爽���か青春スクールラブ♡
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CHARACTER INTRODUCTION
Joker (ジョーカー)
A world-traveling phantom thief. He and his partners, Hachi and Hosshi, are after the ancient treasure. Today, he appears in a blazer with a loose tie ♪
An alien who is after the ancient treasure. He is Joker's rival and often gives Joker three choice questions. Today, he's giving some questions inside the school!?
He is the head of the Koga Ninjas, and is a genius ninja that only comes once in a decade. He used to attend the same ninja school as Hachi, and as a senior student, often took care of him (Hachi always being a bit of a klutz).
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Character Q&A
Q: What is the first thing you associate with the word "Autumn"?
Q: 「秋」 という言葉から最初に連想したものは?
Phoenix: "Autumn? Is there anything you associate with Autumn? Where I come from, we don't have seasons. It's interesting that humans have special feelings about the seasons... *Yaaawn*....I'm so sleepy."
Joker: "Autumn is the season of appetite, of course!! Curry, ramen, hamburger, sushi, omelette rice, pizza...... Ugh, I'm getting hungry! Hachiii! Make a special curry...!"
Hyakkimaru: "Hmm, Autumn is the season of reading, isn't it? I have an old scroll. While reading a scroll, I eat my favorite dish, Oden Chikuwa....... That may make it the season for appetite as well."
Joker and Phoenix, having spotted a treasure hidden in the school, have disguised themselves as students. It seems that they have ended up in the front and back of the class......... They seem to be having a surprisingly good time as students ♪
The season 4 broadcast of the "Kaitou Joker" anime is only about a month away. Season 4 will feature a new and exciting storyline, including the revelation of the mystery of the "Ancient Treasure" that Joker and Phoenix are aiming for.
As a maiden*, I have high expectations for the activities of these handsome phantom thieves, not to mention the mystery of the treasure. We can't wait for Season 4, so we looked around and wondered what the phantom thieves were doing today…
Joker and Phoenix are disguised as students and sneaking into the school to look for some treasures ♪
And outside the window is Hyakkimaru, who appeared in Episode 12 (Season 2)! Director Yukiyo Teramoto says, "Hyakkimaru will also appear in Season 4." Let's find out more about Season 4 in this interview with Director Teramoto and eavesdrop on the secret talk of the phantom thieves in class ♡
Creating a story that is more attuned to the emotions of the characters
キャラクターの心情により寄り添った物語作り
――What is the concept for season 4?
――シーズン4のコンセプトは?
I went back and re-read the original story from the beginning to see what I wanted to use as the main pillar of the story. Then I thought that Phoenix, who appeared in only one or two chapters in the original story, had a very good flavor. Also, I personally thought it was a dead plan, but Dai Sato, who was in charge of the series composition, really liked the idea of another project based on the true identity of President D. From there, we were able to create the pillars of Phoenix & Hosshi and President D, which spanned seasons 3 and 4.
――By the way, do you have a favorite episode from Season 3?
――ちなみに、シーズン3で特にお気に入りのエピソードはございますか?
Spider Ace, who appeared in episode 35, fights with a strong spirit but becomes skittish when he runs out of coffee, was cute. Hayami also appeared in episode 38, which featured DJ Peacock, and I made Hayami's wheelchair a futuristic design that was easy to animate.
――What does Director Teramoto find important in the production of Season 4?
――シーズン4の制作のなかで、 寺本監督が大切にされていることは?
Not only in Season 4, I always keep in mind to portray the everyday life of Joker and friends with care. Of course, we want to portray actions and tricks in a cool way, but we also want to include scenes where viewers who see Joker and his friends in their everyday lives can relate to them and say "I would do that too!" I try to include scenes whenever possible so that viewers who see Joker and friends in their everyday lives can relate to them.
I tried to create a fun atmosphere in the smallest details, such as Hachi's complaint about Joker's torn cape while sewing it and saying, "I'm going to put a cute patch on it!"
Episode 36, which was an original anime episode, was also inspired by my desire to depict everyday life. I thought it would be amusing if Joker, who sent out an advance notice without realizing that a typhoon was coming, got confused and panicked and was tossed around (laughs).
To find the ancient treasure, Joker and friends will travel around the world to places such as India, Egypt, and Japan. You can also expect to enjoy episodes from the original stories about the places they visit. Episode 42 is an in-depth look at the inner life of a young boy named Chappa, and then the story of Pretty Ai (who is popular in the original work) is also a story about Ai's feelings.
――And in Season 4, Hyakkimaru, Hachi's senior, will appear again!
――そしてシーズン4では、ハチの先輩 である百鬼丸が再び登場するとのこと!
I am very happy because I have been wanting to have him appear again. Hyakkimaru is stoic and cool, but I felt sorry for Hyakkimaru because he loved Hachi so much, but was taken away by the suddenly-appearing Joker (laughs). I imagine that Hyakkimaru is an only child, so he thinks Hachi is cute like a little brother. From Hachi's point of view, Hyakkimaru is a cool senior who helped him out when he was in a pinch. Hachi has many siblings, so I think he likes older people who he can rely on. Joker is also older than Hachi, but… I wonder if he thinks Joker is sloppy and if he doesn't clean his room, his life is going to be a mess. In that sense, Hyakkimaru and Joker are complete opposites.
――What is the relationship between Joker and Phoenix at this stage of season 3?
――シーズン3を経た段階の、ジョーカーとフェニックスの関係性は?
Phoenix thinks Joker is "an interesting guy" and Joker thinks Phoenix is "a weird guy." However, Phoenix, who used to look at humans coldly, comes to understand the value of life and friends as he comes into contact with Joker and his friends in Season 4. Joker, who has always had a rivalry with Phoenix, will be fighting alongside Phoenix in Season 4, so you will be able to see how the relationship between Joker and Phoenix changes little by little.
――How is the recording process now that you have started recording for Season 4?
――シーズン4のアフレコも始まってい るとのことで収録現場はいかがですか?
Hosshi's lines are basically just "Hosshi," and that's all that is written in the script, so when it was hard to understand how Hosshi was feeling, Atsumi Tanezaki, who plays Hosshi, would come to me and ask, "How does he feel here?" and I was happy to be asked that. In the anime, he only says "Hosshi," but in the scenarios and storyboards, Hosshi's feelings are sometimes described in detail. In episode 34, Hosshi notices that Phoenix is in jail and thinks, "Oh, Phoenix is there. But that's OK." (laughs). Hosshi is rather dry and funny with Phoenix. I think he just wants to go where he smells food, putting appetite first (laughs).
In Season 4, we will have stories that will help you feel closer to Phoenix, President D, and Spade and the others, so please look forward to the broadcast.
The Big Prediction ♪
Formation! The Phantom Thief Student Council★
What if Joker and his friends were to form a student council.......? Director Teramoto answered this exciting question. The Student Council President is.............. a surprising person!!
I think Joker is the one who isn't a member of the student council but somehow hangs out in the student council room every day. Roko is the most serious person in charge and is the student council president, and Queen is the vice president, but she doesn't do much (laughs). Roko, Spade (the chairperson) and Dark Eye (the secretary) will take their jobs seriously. And Hosshi, the treasurer, will eat all the money and everyone will respond, "Gyahh!!!" Hachi is a fairy who cleans up the mess in the student council room, and Phoenix is a pet bird that is kept secretly in the student council room. Shadow is possibly a delinquent. (Director Teramoto)
Discolor + May’s always humming something- out now★←
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★新曲のコンセプト、制作、レコーディングについて教しえてください。
この曲では、まずインストルメンタルから始めました。ドラムのプログラミングそれに合わせてギターやベースのパートを書きます。最初は歌詞はありませんでしたが、「Discolor」という言葉だけが頭の中に浮かんでいました。なぜその言葉が潜在意識に浮かんでいるのか、それが私にとって何を意味するのかを考えました。数日間歌詞を書いたり書き直したりしているうちに、「I won't quit even if I'm discolored(変色しても諦めない)」というフレーズが浮かびました。この曲は、自己不信に直面したときに希望を見つけること、そして自分自身の道を辿ることがどれほど困難であってもそれに従うことについての歌です。
私は5歳のときにドラムを始めました。記憶に残る限り、音楽はずっとそばにありました。11歳か12歳のときに曲を書き始め、高校の時にGaragebandでプロデュースする方法を学び、Soundcloudで本当にひどいデモ音源をリリースしました。18歳のときに "Harry Teardrop"として最初の曲「Chinatown」を発表しました。当時の自分をほとんど認識できないくらいですが、それが私の音楽の本格的なキャリアを築けると愚かにも信じるきっかけとなりました。それにもかかわらず、それに伴う困難があるにせよ、私はそれをうれしく思っています。もし自分を出し切っていなかったら、東京の新しい友人であるあなたとは繋がることはなかったでしょう!
★Please tell me about the concept, production and recording of the new single .
Thank you! I'm so happy it resonates with you. For this song, I started with the instrumental. I usually start with programming the drums on my computer and then write the guitar/bass parts over that. I didn't have any lyrics at first but I had just the word, "Discolor". I thought hard about why that word was floating around in my subconscious -- what it means to me. After a few days of writing and re-writing the lyrics, I wrote the line "I won't quit even if I'm discolored". To me, the song is about finding hope in the face of self-doubt. It's also about following your own path, as challenging as that may be.
★what does your creative process ?
My creative process is so scattered. I never really know why I want to make something. It just feels like an itch that I need to scratch. Musically, it usually starts with making an instrumental idea on my computer. But I also write poetry, make visuals, sometimes make clothes or spraypaint-- it all comes from the same place. I just try my best to be honest with what I'm doing.
★Can you tell me about your new music video?
I made the video with my good friend Soren Harrison, who's from London. A few months ago he told me he was going to be in New York. I knew I wanted to make a video with him because I've been a fan of his work for over 4 years now. I actually finished the song the day before he flew into New York and then we shot the video the day after. It was all so spontaneous, just going around my favorite spots in the city. Some of them are places where my first memories were formed like the Natural History Museum and Central Park. As with pretty much everything I do, there was no budget. I'm so grateful he was willing to DIY it with me because he usually makes videos with way bigger budgets. That's love.
★who are your musical influences?
I have too many to name but a few of my favorite artists are The Cribs, Bill Evans, Mazzy Star, Ride, The Replacements, and My Bloody Valentine.
Growing up though it was Oasis, Blink-182, The Strokes, probably The 1975 too.
★can you tell me about your personal history?
My mom is from Vietnam, my dad is from China. Right after they had my brother Grey (Push Ups), they moved to NYC for school where I was born. Our family moved around a lot when Grey and I were growing up. I grew up split between NYC, Portland, Oregon, Shanghai, and Orange County, California. Somehow we always turned to music to make sense of our changing world. 6 years ago, I moved back to NYC for school and started releasing music as "Harry Teardrop". I'm still figuring out my life with each new day but I just feel grateful to be here on this earth.
★how did you start your music career?
I started playing drums when I was 5 years old. Music has been around as long as I can remember. I started writing songs when I was 11 or 12 and then learned how to produce on Garageband when I was in high school, releasing really shitty demos on Soundcloud. I put out my first song as "Harry Teardrop", "Chinatown" when I was 18 and even though I barely recognize the person I was back then, it led me to foolishly believe I could make a real career out of my music. I'm glad it did, despite the challenges that come with it. If I had never put myself out there, I would never be connecting with you, my new friend in Tokyo!
★how do you feel about the scenes around you ?
Do you have any connections with other bands?
Creative people in New York are always bumping into each other. I feel like everyone knows each other or knows a friend of a friend. Even though I'm friendly with so many artists coming out of New York right now, I don't feel like I'm part of any particular scene. I'm not a band, nor am I an electronic artist. I'm somewhere in between. I'm also an Asian American artist which is rare, even in the most diverse city in America. That's how I've been my whole life though so I'm used to that feeling. I'm just happy I get to live in a city where new ideas are being exchanged every day.
★Are there any Japanese artists you listen to ?
Yes! I listen to a lot of Japanese music. Most recently, I've been really loving that new Cruyff album. Some of my favorite Japanese artists are Supercar, ART-SCHOOL, Number Girl, m-flo, Strawberry Machine, Quruli, Daisuke Miyatani, and Rei Harakami.
★You and SATOH(LINNA FIGG/Kyazm) follow on Instagram each other. How did you get to know each other?
I love SATOH! They're so cool to me. I don't remember how we found each other, maybe through lil soft tennis. But I'm a big fan of how genuine their music feels. Linna figg and I had a facetime call recently, I was surprised by how good his English is! I really want to learn Japanese but it's convenient that a lot of people in Tokyo speak English. We're working on playing a show together in Tokyo later this year. I'm just trying to find a sponsor to fly me out there, so if you know of any brands that would be interested, let me know!
★Are there any other Japanese musicians you are close with?
I've never met any of them in person but I know DYGL, SATOH, Lil Soft Tennis / Heaven, and JUBEE, to name a few. I know once I go out there I'll make so many friends. Just the thought is so exciting to me. I really want to DJ a party while I'm out there too.
★What are your current/dream goals for the upcoming ?
My main goal for 2023 is to release my debut album "Inbetween Webs" in the fall accompanied by memorable visuals. I also want to play shows in London and Tokyo. In the grand scheme of things though, I just want to inspire people, have my own house with huge windows, and have a cat, a wife, maybe kids someday. Until then, I'll take every win I can get.
★ The appeal of your music is a hot topic in Japan, and you have many passionate fans. Do you have a message for your Japanese fans?
That's so crazy to me! Such a big part of music is the cultural identity aspect. Sometimes I feel more understood by people in Japan than even here in the US because I'm Asian so they can see me for who I am. My mom was also an English teacher in Japan in the 90s, so I grew up with a love for Japanese culture. That love has only grown as I've gotten older and discovered my favorite artists from there. I can't wait to come out there and party my brains out hahaha.