Fufu, it’s been a long time since I last served as an MC.
Ah, Airi-chan, why are you pointing at your phone?
…you’ve already started recording?
Oh, that’s right. I’m so sorry. Then, shall we start over from the part when I enter?
…We don’t have to go back that far?
Then let’s resume from where I’m standing here…
Fufu. So you’ll give me the cue to start, Airi-chan.
Well then, if you would, please…
“I, Shuzuku, will deliver a small droplet of happiness to you.”
[Note: Shizuku’s name (้ซ ) literally means “droplet”]
I‘m Shizuku Hinomori from MORE MORE JUMP!
First…let me apologize.
I’m so sorry that I’ve troubled everyone and caused so many people to worry about me.
Before I could stand here like this, I had lost my way.
As I continued my activities as an idol, somewhere along the way, I started to ask myself “What does being an idol mean to me…?” And I just didn’t have the answer…
… and just like that, I gave up and quit…
I didn’t know what to do. But then there was someone who’s been doing their best as an idol, and it helped get me back on the right track.
That is why I will start over again.
Together with Minori-chan, Haruka-chan and Airi-chan.
…The reason why I became an idol is because a friend of mine once suddenly invited me to join them on an audition.
But the person who chose this path is none other than myself.
Which is why I don’t want to regret making that decision.
The path before me may be a long and hard one.
But…even if I were to falter again, this time, I have my precious friends who will guide me back on the right path.
Fufu. I feel really reassured.
We’ll overcome the present, grow and improve, so that one day…
So that one day, we can become a four-leaf clover for all our fans. We’ll work extra hard towards goal.
Everyone, please lend us your support.
…oh? What’s wrong, Airi-chan? Your face is all scrunched up, and your eyes are red too… perhaps you have hay fever?
Eh! W-Why are you mad…?
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“I’m very happy to be able to do this kind of work. However…”
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Message from Ai Furihata
“On the outside, the character whom I voice, Airi Momoi-chan, gives you the impression of the ideal idol with her adorable pink hair. But on the inside, she is actually more of the big sister type who is super serious and passionate about being an idol. Airi-chan also holds a strong sense of responsibility for others, and it makes me very happy to be able to voice her.”
“As her number one fan, I wish to move onward side-by-side with Airi Momoi-chan. I will do my best so that others will also learn to love her as much as I do, and would appreciate your support.”
“Let’s brave the distant future together with Haruka!”
[Note: Haruka’s name means “far off” or “distant,” and she is using its literal meaning here]
I’m Haruka Kiritani of MORE MORE JUMP!
I’m really happy to be able stand on stage as an idol again.
โฆeven if there are some of you out there who already know who I am.
When I was little, the simple act of smiling was an ordeal for me. I had a complex about not being able to smile well.
However, it was an idol who finally got me smiling.
“Idols are so amazing to be able to get others smiling in the way that they do. That’s the kind of person I want to be.”
With that thought in mind, I became an idol like the one I adore.
However, I was disappointed with my own performance, to the point that I stepped down from the stage.
But it was then that I was able to meet Minori.
Minori told me how much she looks up to me, and wants to become an idol just like me.
Just like how I also once looked up to my own idol.
Minori says how she herself still isn’t idol-worthy yet, and that we should stick to the three-leaf clover as our group motif…
But you know, the three-leaf clover has special meaning in the language of flowers.
It carries the meaning of ‘hope,’ as well as ‘promise.’
With Minori, Airi and Shizuku, we’ll become an idol group who gives others the hope to strive for a better tomorrow.
Just like how Minori has given me hope.
Furthermore, I promise our fans that I will never falter as an idol again.
So from here on out…
Please lend me, Haruka Kiritani of MORE MORE JUMP!, your support forever and ever!
Fufu, I got a little too caught up in the moment back there. It surprised me, too.
…Minori? You say I sounded just like how you remember seeing me on TV?
Fufu, I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Hm? You’re grateful to my parents, you say? Why is that?
You thank them for having me?
Please, you make too big a deal out of it.
Still, I myself would like to express my gratitude to your parents, Minori. I’d like to say something like, “Thank you raising such a wonderful girl who became our dearest friend.”
Whoa, Minori?
Fufu, youโre at a loss for words? Now that you do know, try to calm down, okay?
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Message from Mayu Yoshioka
“I voice Haruka Kiritani-chan of the idol group, MORE MORE JUMP!”
“At first glance, she may appear as the cool and collected type, but she’s a very serious girl who was once a top idol and possesses a strong sense of professionalism. I think I can understand why Minori-chan admires her so much. The life of someone who possess the qualities of a regular high school girl while also being loved by countless fans must be amazing, indeed.”
“I’m also looking forward to seeing more of these four girls as a fan of theirs!”
[Note: Minori is using her nickname ‘Minorin’ here in place of the verb “minoru,” which sounds similar and means “to come to fruition”]
I’m Minori “Minorin” Hanasato, the idol with no experience being an idol in MORE MORE JUMP!
…huh? What’s the matter, everyone?”
I can’t call myself the idol with no experience being an idol? That just sounds awkward!?
Aww, I thought it would be an easy catchphrase to for people to get…
If I can’t use that, then… ah, I’ll try a different version!
I’m Minori Hanasato, freshman as Miyamasuzaka Girls Academy, Class A, and an up-and-coming idol soon to make her debut-
What!? I can’t use that either!?
Well then, I’ll think up another version… oh? Just save the cathphrase for later?
O-Okay, then I’ll move on to the self introduction. Ahem…
Hi everyone! I’m Minori Hanasato!
Ever since I was little, crows would chase me around, and it would always rain whenever I go on a trip…
I’ve always had the worst luck and could never get good at anything I ever tried, so I gave up on a lot of stuff.
But then I found the resolve to change myself!
The one I have to thank for that is Haruka Kiritani-chan of the idol group ASRUN!
When I discovered her, I couldn’t believe that such a radiant and awe-inspiring girl could be the same age as me!
“Even if today didn’t turn out well, tomorrow surely will!”
“So believe that everything will be A-OK and strive for a better tomorrow!”
“I stand here on this stage, wishing to give you the hope to strive for that better tomorrow!” Those words that Haruka-chan said shot straight into my heart.
So now, I also want to be able to give that hope to strive for a better tomorrow to somebody out there.
To be the kind of idol just like Haruka-chan!
Unlike Haruka-chan. Airi-chan, and Shizuku-chan, I lack any experience as an idol…
But I hope to someday stand confidently shoulder-to-shoulder with them, and be worthy of calling myself an idol as well.
Together, MORE MORE JUMP! will become a four-leaf clover that gives hope to all!
That’s what Haruka-chan and the others all said to me, so I want to pursue that goal with everything I’ve got!
So I hope you continue to give MORE MORE JUMP! all your shupport-!
…Ow, I bit my tongue…
…huh? What’s the matter, Airi-chan?
I-I guess I did lose focus back there, thinking that there’s only a little more to go… I-I’ll be careful now!
…Haruka-chan?
You say I shouldn’t worry because it actually suits me well? Really!?
Wait, hold on…
You don’t mean that biting my tongue is what suits me well, do you…?
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Message from Yui Ogura
“I previously did motion capture work involving Hatsune Miku, so I’m deeply moved by the opportunity to serve as a voice actress in this project.”
“Minori is an extremely hard working girl, and it would be wonderful if we could all watch her grow together. Make sure to cheer her on as you play the game.”
“…and that’s a wrap. Now, I’ll just play a quick solo and we should be good…”
[plays bass]
“That was too short, you say?”
“But what else can I talk about…”
“How did I become interested in music?”
“I’ve always liked it. My mom is a koto instructor, and my dad plays guitar in a band.
“…Now what else? Ah, you want to know why I chose to play the bass instead of the guitar?”
“It’s because I like it. And there’s a certain band that I really respect.”
“The bassist for that band once said, ‘The bass has the power to control the mood of the entire music hall.'”
“That really hit home for me… and so I decided to play the bass, too.”
“…my hobbies?”
“I practice playing my bass whenever I have time. I guess I also enjoy going to concerts for bands that I like.”
“As for hobbies outside of music… I don’t really have any.”
“For the longest time, whenever I start to like something, I’d always get completely immersed in it, be it a picture book or a video game… and right now, it’s the bass.
“…huh? My big sister? Why do I have to talk about her?”
“She’s got nothing to do with the band.”
“Well, if I have talk about her… I’d say she sticks out like a sore thumb and keep showing her face at the freshman classrooms, so I told her to stop coming.”
“It’s not that I hate her or anything. But I just like to be left alone.”
“Look, I’m not doing this part of the MC portion during the real show. There’s no point in talking about stuff other than music.”
“Anyway, I take this band and all that we do seriously.”
“I spare no time or effort at all to be able to put on the best possible performance that I can presently do.”
“All the more so if it’s with the four of us…”
“….nah, it’s nothing.”
“Alright, is that enough MC practice for today?”
“It’d be a waste of time to not get in some band practice, too. So come on, let’s get to it.”
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Message from Yuki Nakashima
“I voice Shiho Hinomori-chan, a stoic girl who really loves music and tends to come across as being un-talkative and even a little scary. But in reality, she’s very sweet and cares about her friends a lot!”
“I’m looking forward to spending more time with Shiho-chan!”
“We hope you continue to support Shiho Hinomori-chan, Leo/need, and all of Project SEKAI!”
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Message from Reina Ueda
“Honami-chan is like a big sister figure to all, treating everyone kindly no matter who they are. While that kindness is one of her good points, it also invites misunderstanding from others…”
“She struggles to figure out how she should face herself and others around her while bearing all the burdens of being a teenager… and much like Honami-chan, I, too, wrestled with a lot of worries while serving as her voice actress.”
“It would mean the world to me if you would all watch over her.”
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Message from Karin Isobe:
“I listened to Miku songs all the time in my student days, so I’m thrilled to be involved in the project like this! Saki-chan is a really cute and lovable girl who always gives it her all and cares deeply about her friends.”
“Look forward to more from Saki-chan and Leo/need, and more of their activities jam-packed with the beautiful sentiments of childhood friendship! Thank you for your continued support for Project SEKAI!”