[DJ KOO]“When times are tough, it’s okay to feel down. A bright future awaits elementary school students in Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture at the “Avex Class” held as a recovery support activity after the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.

DJ KOO (TRF) appeared as a lecturer at “avex class” held at Asahi Elementary School in Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture on December 16th, and gave a career education class to approximately 64 fifth and sixth grade elementary school students. I did it.

“Avex Class” is a career education program run by Avex Inc. as part of its sustainability activities. Artists, talents, creators, and athletes visit educational institutions across the country and tell children the importance of “the ability to believe in talent and dreams” through their own experiences.

This class was held as part of the reconstruction support for the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, which has been underway since September, and includes lessons such as “I want the children affected by the disaster to live bright and positive lives,” and “the ability to believe in their talents and dreams.” This was made possible in response to the school’s wish to convey the importance of this event.

DJ who served as a lecturer “When I was in elementary school, I had a shy personality and was afraid that what I said was wrong, so I couldn’t actively raise my hand,” said KOO, looking back on her elementary school days when she often changed schools. “However, when I mustered up the courage to raise my hand and speak during the class meeting, everyone said that was great!” and I realized how important it is to express my feelings in words and through actions. I felt like it was okay to fail,” he said.

Speaking about the rugby club he belonged to in high school, he said, “There were times when I didn’t agree with the guidance from my teachers and seniors because of the strict hierarchy, but I persevered and continued for three years, which has helped me get to where I am today.” ” and commented on the importance of continuing to do one thing.

He also talked about meeting his mentor, Tetsuya Komuro, and wanting to become a DJ, saying, “At that time, DJing was not as popular as it is now, so when I told my parents that I wanted to pursue DJing as a career, they were very worried and didn’t understand. There wasn’t.” “But, I believe that if you like something that others don’t understand, you can do it to the best of your ability.If you want to be recognized, you should show it with your attitude and posture, not just with your words.”Based on his own experience, he says, do what you like at work. He gave advice on how to do so.

In addition, regarding the fact that he is currently expanding his activities beyond his artist activities, such as variety shows, he said, “EZ DO, which is TRF’s signature song. DANCE” in London, I was very nervous about the rap part, which I had never tried before, and was thinking of asking for it to be removed. I was praised by an engineer who told me how well I could convey my feelings, which gave me confidence, and I feel like that experience is useful in my current variety show work.”He said that he enjoys trying new things. was conveyed to the children.

At the question corner from the students at the end of the class, when asked, “What’s the secret to staying active as an artist even as you get older?” she answered, “I’m always inspired by the junior artists from the same agency, and I get to meet my fans at events and live shows.” I receive energy from these people, and that becomes my energy.” “My goal in life is to make everyone who meets me smile and feel better.” When DJ KOO asked the parents who attended the class a question, he asked, “I’m sure there are many things that make you feel discouraged, frustrating, and sad every day, but how do you overcome them and regain your strength?” In response, he said, “Of course, there are many times when I feel like giving up or feeling down.But at times like these, forcing myself to push on and endure becomes more pressure.Hard things will never last forever, and I have a bright future ahead.” Believe that there is something waiting for you, and when you feel down, it’s okay to be down!” he gave a typical DJ KOO cheer.

At the end, he said, “This year has been really difficult due to the earthquake, but you have people from all over Japan on your side.Everyone from all over Japan is supporting you, so no matter what happens, you can do your best.” Please do so!” and the class provided encouragement to children and their parents who had experienced the earthquake.

[Event overview]

・Official name: “avex class” (pronunciation: avex class)

・Date and time: Monday, December 16, 2024 13:40-14:30

・Location: Asahi Elementary School, Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture (17-1, Shimomachi Okube, Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture)

・Speaker: DJ KOO (TRF)

・Number of participants: 64 (5th and 6th grade elementary school students)

[About “avex class”]

A career education program in which artists, talents, creators, and athletes visit educational institutions across the country to convey to children the importance of “the ability to believe in talent and dreams” through their own experiences. Participating members are Chiaki Ito, Kumi Koda, Daimaou Furusaka, SAM (TRF), Ami Suzuki, Risako Tanabe, Yu Tamura, and DJ KOO (TRF) (in alphabetical order).

*About avex class

https://avex.com/jp/ja/sustainability/news/avexclass2022entry

[Past reconstruction support activities]

・Fundraising activities

Conducted at live venues of artists belonging to our group, event venues held by our group (excluding some performances), Avex Artist Academy, offices of our group, etc.

・Career education program “avex class”

9/27 (Friday) Shikoku Junior High School, Imizu City, Toyama Prefecture (for details)here)

11/27 (Wednesday) Nakajima Elementary School, Nanao City, Kawa Prefecture, Ishikawa Prefecture (For detailshere)

・Performance by “Nanao City Hatachi no Tsudoi” DJ KOO (TRF)
10/13 (Sun) Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture (For detailshere)

[About Avex and SDGs]

Avex Class is an initiative that contributes to SDGs Goal 4 (education), 8 (decent work and economic growth), and 17 (partnership). In addition, we are implementing many social actions based on our sustainability policy of “contributing to future talent and unknown excitement.”

*About SDGs

https://avex.com/jp/ja/sustainability/about-sdgs

*About the video “Teach me Mr. Dai Furusaka” introducing Avex’s sustainability and SDGs

https://avex.com/jp/ja/sustainability/news/202306sustainabilitymovies