Yui Sakurai, a member of FRUITS ZIPPER, started the project “Yui Sakurai 10th Anniversary -IDOL OF IDOLS-” from Friday, October 20, 2023, for a one-year period to commemorate the 10th anniversary of her idol debut. Today, Wednesday, October 2, 2024, “Yui Sakurai 10th ANNIVERSARY LIVE 2024” was held at Zepp Divercity (TOKYO).
Yui Sakurai made her debut in the entertainment industry in 2013 and is currently active as the mint green member of the idol group FRUITS ZIPPER. She is popular among both men and women for her cute looks and character, and is supported as an icon that symbolizes the “idol” of the Reiwa era. The 10th anniversary project “Yui Sakurai 10th Anniversary -IDOL OF IDOLS-” greatly enlivened Sakurai’s anniversary with a solo tour in Tokyo, Nagoya, and the release of her first photo book.
This live performance was a solo concert held as the culmination of this project. Many fans rushed to the venue to congratulate Sakurai.
When the lights went down and green penlights filled the venue, Sakurai appeared in a dress shaped like a bouquet of flowers, accompanied by the light sounds of a band set. First, he performed his solo song “Spotlight,” which is included in FRUITS ZIPPER’s latest single “NEW KAWAII / Fruits Basket.” This song is filled with Sakurai’s desire to grow as she celebrates her 10th anniversary as an idol, and was intentionally created in a melody that Sakurai is not good at. He performed “Spotlight” with a perfect score of 100, proving his growth in front of the fans. Just when you think she has sung a cool song, she continues to capture the hearts of fans with “Zurui Kawayui,” which has a distinctive pop tune. The live performance began with the ever-changing Yui world in full swing.
After thanking the fans who had gathered at the venue, they covered Seiko Matsuda’s famous song “Akai Sweet Pea.” After captivating with her soft singing voice, she covered Buono!’s “Hatsukoi Cider” and immediately raised the voltage of the venue. After changing into an angel-like costume with wings, she performed “Tokyoko Junjo” (°C-ute) and “More Kiss” (Fairies) in succession. He ran through the cover part with a dignified appearance.
Furthermore, they performed a surprise first performance of the new song “You, You, You” prepared for this live show. The dance number embodies the “adult Yui Sakurai” that combines cuteness and sexiness, showing off a new side that has never been seen before. In such a cool atmosphere, covers of “Tenshi wa Dokode” (≠ME) and “Idol” (YOASOBI) were also performed. The stage was spectacular, and loud cheers rang out from the entire venue.
The second half of the live performance started with “Caste Summer Session” as silver tape rained down from the sky. Even though autumn has finally begun, the venue is filled with a summer-like heat. With the voltage at its peak, he sang FRUITS ZIPPER’s signature song “My Cutest Place” solo. Today’s largest “KAWAII” was observed at Zepp Divercity (TOKYO). At the end of the main story, as before, he performed a solo performance of “BABY I LOVED” from FRUITS ZIPPER’s song. She captivated all the fans in the venue with her clear singing voice.
As soon as the performer leaves the stage, an encore occurs immediately. Sakurai was invited back to the stage by the loud voices of the fans, and once again performed her new song “You, You, You”, which she had just performed for the first time today. In the following MC, a letter reflecting on the past 10 years will be read out loud. The excitement I felt when I started being an idol, the heartbreak that forced me to leave the stage once, and my encounter with FRUITS ZIPPER. She added, “I’m supported only by the presence of everyone who always protects me, and not only when I’m an idol in front of everyone, but also in my private life, Yui Sakurai is supported by everyone.” “I care about everyone individually. I love you and continue to cherish you,” he said, expressing his gratitude to his fans. Furthermore, he continued, “Towards the next anniversary, I want to do my best to be everyone’s eternal idol, along with the wonderful words that I received from Misa (producer Kimura Kimura), “Idol of Idols”.” He ended his letter with words that gave him hope.
At the end of the encore, they performed “My Cutest Place,” which was also sung in the main part, with video recording permitted. Yui Sakurai’s growth and cuteness will spread throughout the world through videos taken by fans.
Yui Sakurai’s 10 years as an idol have never been smooth. Still, she continued to work hard and has now grown into an idol who can fill Zepp Divercity (TOKYO) not only with her group but also as a solo artist. “Dreams will come true if you don’t give up.” Together with the fans, they made this Cinderella story a reality. 11 years on, then 15 years, then 20 years…Yui Sakurai’s story continues. “I want to hold a solo concert at Nippon Budokan someday,” she said as she left the stage, and I can’t wait to see what kind of dreams she will have in the future.
Furthermore, the digital new single “Zurui Kawayui” will be distributed on October 20th, the day of Sakurai’s debut. In addition to “Zurui Kawayui,” the album will include the solo song “You, You, You,” which was performed for the first time today, and the long-awaited “Caste Summer Session.”
Yui Sakurai Digital New Single “Zurui Kawayui”
Release date: Sunday, October 20, 2024
Songs included:
M1 Cunning Cute Yui
M2 Caste Summer Session
M3 You, You, You
Yui Sakurai 10th ANNIVERSARY LIVE 2024
Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Venue: Zepp Divercity Tokyo
Time: Doors open 17:30 / Show starts 18:30
Started idol activities in October 2013. After experiencing various activities such as being an artist and a model, she made her debut as an initial member of FRUITS ZIPPER.
In 2023, Fuji TV’s “Neru, I’m Going to Interview ~TOKYO Idol Times~” asked active idols about which idol they thought was the cutest, and she was ranked number one, and she’s also gaining support from women.
In 2024, she made her first appearance in a serial drama in “Azatokute What’s Wrong with You?” and is active as an actress and talent in “Sake’s Tipping Story” and “The World Is Seen! TV Tokusoubu.” member.
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An idol group created by Asobi System’s project “KAWAII LAB.” to disseminate idol culture to the world.
The group’s producer is Misa Kimura, who previously worked as an idol as the leader of Musubizm, and is now the general producer of KAWAII LAB., as well as a model and talent. The group’s name is FRUITS ZIPPER, a combination of FRUIT, which means to bear fruit, and ZIP, which means to give energy. Based on the concept of “From Harajuku to the world,” we will be disseminating “NEW KAWAII” from “Harajuku,” a place of diverse culture and a fashion town where individuality gathers.
FRUITS ZIPPER Official site (Fanclub):https://fruitszipper.asobisystem.com/
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Instagram:https://instagram.com/fruits_zipper
YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@fruitszipper3040
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Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/FRUITSZIPPER/
KAWAII LAB. Fanclub:https://kawaiilab.asobisystem.com/
