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HYPER VOCALOID Live and Talk Show!! Yuzuki Yukari x Ishiguro Chihiro x EHAMIC

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Live VOCALOID Stage Event to be Held in London

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Yuzuki Yukari, a VOCALOID with broad appeal.

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Many VOCALOID producers have found themselves captivated by Yuzuki Yukari’s clear voice. With recent developments such as Avex’s March 2014 release of her commercial album Tsuki no Hibiki, she is the mostly hotly talked-about up-and-coming VOCALOID.

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Ishiguro Chihiro, who provided Yuzuki Yukari’s voice.
The multi-talented Ishiguro Chihiro not only works as a voice actor for anime and video games, but is also a gothic lolita fashion model and live performer.

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EHAMIC, a leading-edge VOCALOID producer.
EHAMIC is a musician active in many fields. In addition to VOCALOID, he also has recently provided songs for artists such as the idol unit Sakura Gakuin.

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These two artists and one voice will come together for the very first time at HYPER JAPAN. There, ambitious performances such as a duet between Yuzuki Yukari and Ishiguro Chihiro will be held. Plans also exist to unveil a new song specially written for HYPER JAPAN. Please don’t miss this thirty-minute stage performance packed full of what makes VOCALOID so great!

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Chihiro Ishiguro

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A message from Chihiro:

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Good day, and nice to meet you.

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My name is Chihiro Ishiguro, and I am a voice actress from Japan.
I’m very happy that I will be able to come to HYPER JAPAN, an overseas Japanese culture event. There, I will be performing together with the VOCALOID Yuzuki Yukari and the popular Japanese VOCALOID producer EHAMIC. It will be my first time doing anything like this, and I hope you all enjoy it. I look forward to meeting everyone there!

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Voice actress (Office Anemone)

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Voice roles include:

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VOCALOID3, text-to-speech software VOICEROID+: Yuzuki Yukari

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CONCEPTION II: Feene

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Idol-rism: Suzuka Osaragi

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Ishiguro has also appeared in the Brilliant Star Decorations stage show, worked as a gothic lolita fashion model, and appeared in various events such as Chihiro’s Garden and Game Garden.

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EHAMIC

A message from EHAMIC:

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I’m very honored to have the chance to introduce VOCALOID to all of you in London!

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VOCALOID is a part of recent Japanese culture, and I’d like to show everyone what exactly it is through my on-stage performance. I hope you come by to see and learn about this new culture.

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Born in Mexico City, Mexico.

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Librarian and singer-songwriter.

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Known as an artist in part for his unconventional methods of expression, such as creating LP records that use the VOCALOID voice synthesis software.

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EHAMIC began appearing in the media after being featured in the Japanese “Google Chrome x Hatsune Miku” advertisement and creating an image song for the LAWSON convenience store chain. In addition to being an artist, he is also known as an author and media personality. He also creates songs for other artists, and his delicate yet bold songs feature a fusion of the analog and the digital.

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Yuzuki Yukari

Yuzuki Yukari is a VOCALOID audio library released by AHS under the supervision of the creators’ group VOCALOMAKETS.
“VOICEROID” speech synthesis software of Yuzuki Yukari was simultaneously released in addition to the singing VOCALOID software.

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VOCALOID is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation.

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VOCALOID is a singing synthesis software and its technology of Yamaha Corporation.

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©2014 office-anemone

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©2014 EHAMIC

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©VOCALOMAKETS

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©AHS

“KimoCos” singing stars YANAKIKU make their triumphant return to London

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HYPER JAPAN veterans YANAKIKU will be returning to London for our 2014 event this summer! Channelling both mainstream and sub-cultural Japanese influences, this cool and quirky decora influenced J-pop duo have a unique perspective on the world. Having earned themselves a sizable UK fanbase the last time they visited, their next step along the road to global culture domination includes an English version of crowd favourite “Fujiyama△Disco”,

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Along with their trademark catchy melodies and dance routines, this pair distinguish themselves from the rest of the J-pop crowd with their ‘Kimocos’- a totally original mashup of cosplay and kimono that are taking the music and fashion worlds by storm!

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Aiming to demonstrate the awesomeness of Japanese culture to the world, this pair wants to show ‘hot’ Japan, injecting their own spicy originality into an already crowded cool Japan culture scene.

MAYUCO to perform at HYPER JAPAN 2014!

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We’re very pleased to announce our first live performer for HYPER JAPAN 2014: MAYUCO will be singing at this summer’s event!

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MAYUCO studied fine arts at university before moving into music. An early adopter of digital distribution, her music has been used on Japanese television, and she has worked with artists from all around the world, as well as releasing her music through both UK and Japanese labels. Her newest album, “VISTA BOUQUET”, is released this month.

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Her name means “a child in the cocoon”, and her warm music carries that feeling of being snug and protected. Her clear voice’s characteristic high notes are almost ethereal, and its purity and presence express an abstract world.

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You can check out the official PV for her single “Touch My Soul” here, and we look forward to hearing her at HYPER JAPAN 2014!

CULTURE

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Japan has a rich cultural heritage with many ancient arts and traditions. Almost two hundred years of self-imposed isolation helped shape many of the unique practices and strong sense of national identity woven into the fabric of this island nation. HYPER JAPAN has been visited by many diverse artisans and practitioners who have helped us to give visitors a glimpse of long-established traditions kept alive in modern Japan. Experience a wide array of these Japanese traditions at HYPER JAPAN Christmas Market.

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One of the most widely practiced Japanese traditions is that of martial arts, ancient physical techniques used for either self-defence or combat. There are many different variants, both unarmed and those that utilize weaponry such as staffs and swords. The most famous of these are judo, aikido, karate, jujitsu, and sumo. Martial arts require many years of rigorous training and strict discipline to master, and are as much a development of the mind and spirit as the body. Japanese martial arts displays are a regular feature of HYPER JAPAN events.

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A more gentle tradition is that of kimono, long flowing layered garments tied with a belt which are sometimes elaborately decorated. In the past almost everyone in Japan wore kimonos, but with the introduction of more wearer friendly Western day wear, most people now reserve them for festivals and other celebrations. There are different kinds of kimonos for men, women and children, and the kinds of materials used vary according to season and occasion. Many wearers will also wear their hair in complementary styles with matching accessories, bringing the traditional garment up to date.

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Japanese music is another area where tradition meets contemporary taste. Modern performers in Japan often use traditional instruments such as taiko drums to play contemporary musical compositions, helping to keep ancient musical techniques alive. Originally a court instrument, taiko drums can be as large as a van, and take a lot of stamina to play. Other softer forms of music use flutes and string instruments which take as long to master as martial arts, and players are judged not only on the music they play, but the composure with which it is performed. Live performances of Japanese folk music are a regular feature at HYPER JAPAN.

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From the Walkman to robots, Japanese technology has become synonymous with innovation and quality, and Japan has a reputation throughout the world for high-tech. The country that pioneered the electric toilet has also been responsible for some of the most popular entertainment systems of all time, and there are countless everyday tools we take for granted which originated in Japan.

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As technology develops, robotic capabilities are growing ever more impressive, and some predict that the day when robots may be seen as carers, workers, and even companions is not too far away. Until that day comes however, we can enjoy watching robots capable of taking part in dance contests, kicking balls, and making eerily human facial expressions.

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Many visitors to HYPER JAPAN are interested in visiting Japan. But, for a small island, Japan can seem pretty huge and daunting, so it’s always great to talk to some experts to make sure you plan the best trip possible.

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At HYPER JAPAN 2014 Japan travel experts will be on hand to help you plan the perfect Japanese vacation, giving you all the guidance you need to make it a real once in a lifetime experience. There are several important factors to consider when planning your trip. As a country with four distinct seasons, it’s a good idea to really think about what time of year you decide to visit in. Do you want to experience the famous cherry blossoms in spring, or Japan’s gorgeous autumn leaves, or perhaps even get in a spot of winter sports? Do you want a relaxed tour, taking in the most traditional sites, for example visiting the ancient temples in Nara and catching a glimpse of geishas in Gion, or are the lively streets (and clubs) of Tokyo more your scene?

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HYPER JAPAN have launched an official Japan Tour, “HYPER JAPAN’s J-Pop & Go! Tour”. You can find all the details about this exciting adventure here or alternatively speak to InsideJapan Tours at HYPER JAPAN 2014, who will be in attendance to give personal advice and answer any questions.