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A Fan Letter Full Of Thoughts
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Haruka's Room 
Haruka
"Thank you so much for putting on a solo show! I'm so happy to have been your fan and see you all come this far!"
Haruka: "Thank you so much for putting on a solo show! I'm so happy to have been your fan and see you all come this far!"Haruka
"I'm really looking forward to your next show! Please keep up the amazing work!"
Haruka: "I'm really looking forward to your next show! Please keep up the amazing work!"Haruka
All of these letters are so heartwarming. It's really nice to see that everyone genuinely enjoyed our show...
Haruka: All of these letters are so heartwarming. It's really nice to see that everyone genuinely enjoyed our show...Haruka
But I wasn't expecting that we'd receive this many... Thank goodness we decided to use an anonymous forwarding service.
Haruka: But I wasn't expecting that we'd receive this many... Thank goodness we decided to use an anonymous forwarding service.Haruka
Still, it's always nice to receive these... Each person's handwriting is like an expression of their true feelings. Not only that...
Haruka: Still, it's always nice to receive these... Each person's handwriting is like an expression of their true feelings. Not only that...Haruka
Every envelope's really unique and cute. The one covered in cat stickers must be for Airi, and this one's...
Haruka: Every envelope's really unique and cute. The one covered in cat stickers must be for Airi, and this one's...
*Paper Rustling*
Haruka
*Gasp* A limited-edition snow Phenny...!
Haruka: *Gasp* A limited-edition snow Phenny...!Haruka
Did they do this just for me? I'll try opening it...
Haruka: Did they do this just for me? I'll try opening it...
Fan Letter
"Dear MMJ, Congratulations on a successful solo show! I couldn't believe what I witnessed! I honestly thought I was dreaming!"
Fan Letter: "Dear MMJ, Congratulations on a successful solo show! I couldn't believe what I witnessed! I honestly thought I was dreaming!"Fan Letter
"I've actually been a big fan since when you were still in ASRUN. Unfortunately, I wasn't allowed to go to any shows since I was still in elementary school."
Fan Letter: "I've actually been a big fan since when you were still in ASRUN. Unfortunately, I wasn't allowed to go to any shows since I was still in elementary school."Fan Letter
"When I entered junior high school, I thought my chance finally came... But you retired before I could, which made me so sad..."
Fan Letter: "When I entered junior high school, I thought my chance finally came... But you retired before I could, which made me so sad..."Haruka
Oh no...
Haruka: Oh no...Fan Letter
"I'd sort of given up hope until I heard about your solo show. Seeing your dazzling smile in person made me so incredibly happy!"
Fan Letter: "I'd sort of given up hope until I heard about your solo show. Seeing your dazzling smile in person made me so incredibly happy!"Fan Letter
"Thanks to that, I know that I'm going to be able to do my best tomorrow!"
Fan Letter: "Thanks to that, I know that I'm going to be able to do my best tomorrow!"Haruka
Doing your best tomorrow...
Haruka: Doing your best tomorrow...Fan Letter
"You were the reason I started watching MMJ's streams, Haruka, and since I've come to love all of you, being able to see MMJ's first solo show live was beyond exhilarating..."
Fan Letter: "You were the reason I started watching MMJ's streams, Haruka, and since I've come to love all of you, being able to see MMJ's first solo show live was beyond exhilarating..."Fan Letter
"I want more and more people to learn about MMJ. Also..."
Fan Letter: "I want more and more people to learn about MMJ. Also..."Fan Letter
"My dream now is to see MMJ perform at the Butokan! I can't wait for when you all get your big chance to perform on a big stage!"
Fan Letter: "My dream now is to see MMJ perform at the Butokan! I can't wait for when you all get your big chance to perform on a big stage!"Haruka
The Butokan... That really is the dream. Not just for idols either. All artists.
Haruka: The Butokan... That really is the dream. Not just for idols either. All artists.Haruka
Only the best of the best get to perform there, and our fans are hoping that we get to stand on that stage.
Haruka: Only the best of the best get to perform there, and our fans are hoping that we get to stand on that stage.Haruka
I was so overwhelmed the first time I did...
Haruka: I was so overwhelmed the first time I did...Haruka
ASRUN becoming popular enough to perform there in front of all those people made me realize just how much support they'd given us until that point...
Haruka: ASRUN becoming popular enough to perform there in front of all those people made me realize just how much support they'd given us until that point...Haruka
We were really able to give them hope and believe in a better tomorrow.
Haruka: We were really able to give them hope and believe in a better tomorrow.Haruka
I want Minori to experience that moment one day...
Haruka: I want Minori to experience that moment one day...Haruka
But...
Haruka: But...Haruka
There's no way we can right now.
Haruka: There's no way we can right now.Haruka
(You only get to perform at the Butokan after going through a judging process that requires artists to have a certain amount of name recognition and skill. And above all else, the ability to fill 15,000 seats.)
Haruka: (You only get to perform at the Butokan after going through a judging process that requires artists to have a certain amount of name recognition and skill. And above all else, the ability to fill 15,000 seats.)Haruka
(We're a couple of zeroes off since we just managed to put on a show for 700. I suppose the only way for us to get there is to gradually work our way up...)
Haruka: (We're a couple of zeroes off since we just managed to put on a show for 700. I suppose the only way for us to get there is to gradually work our way up...)Haruka
But is that going to be possible at our current pace...?
Haruka: But is that going to be possible at our current pace...?
The next day Miyamasuzaka Girls Academy - Rooftop Haruka
Okay, here are the ones I finished reading yesterday.
Haruka: Okay, here are the ones I finished reading yesterday.
Minori
Thanks, Haruka! I can't wait to read more letters again today!
Minori: Thanks, Haruka! I can't wait to read more letters again today!
Shizuku
Then, Haruka, I'll hand the ones I've finished reading over to you.
Shizuku: Then, Haruka, I'll hand the ones I've finished reading over to you.Shizuku
They were filled with so many kind words. Some were addressed to you, so I hope you get a chance to go through them.
Shizuku: They were filled with so many kind words. Some were addressed to you, so I hope you get a chance to go through them.Haruka
Hehe. Some of the ones I read were addressed to you, Shizuku. It's always fun to get the letters from your fans since they're so passionate.
Haruka: Hehe. Some of the ones I read were addressed to you, Shizuku. It's always fun to get the letters from your fans since they're so passionate.Shizuku
Oh, I see...! I'll be looking forward to reading them.
Shizuku: Oh, I see...! I'll be looking forward to reading them.
Airi
Still, I really wasn't expecting to get this kind of response. I mean, we got so many letters that we had to split them into piles for each of us to read.
Airi: Still, I really wasn't expecting to get this kind of response. I mean, we got so many letters that we had to split them into piles for each of us to read.Minori
Yeah, this is so amazing... We've even been getting more emails and DMs than usual.
Minori: Yeah, this is so amazing... We've even been getting more emails and DMs than usual.Haruka
Yeah. And on top of all these kind messages...
Haruka: Yeah. And on top of all these kind messages...Haruka
We've even started receiving offers for work, including interviews for magazines and short radio segments.
Haruka: We've even started receiving offers for work, including interviews for magazines and short radio segments.Minori
I still can't believe it. I mean, the only offer we received until now was to perform at that elementary school.
Minori: I still can't believe it. I mean, the only offer we received until now was to perform at that elementary school.Airi
I have a feeling that it's because our show was picked up by some online news outlets.
Airi: I have a feeling that it's because our show was picked up by some online news outlets.Airi
The three of us are idols who left their last groups... In essence, we went off the beaten path and managed to put on a successful solo show without the support of an agency.
Airi: The three of us are idols who left their last groups... In essence, we went off the beaten path and managed to put on a successful solo show without the support of an agency.Airi
That definitely makes for a good headline, but the article itself was a bit fluffed up...
Airi: That definitely makes for a good headline, but the article itself was a bit fluffed up...Haruka
But that article helped increase our name recognition, so I'm very grateful.
Haruka: But that article helped increase our name recognition, so I'm very grateful.Minori
Me too! And since doing our solo show, our subscriber count has been skyrocketing!
Minori: Me too! And since doing our solo show, our subscriber count has been skyrocketing!Airi
It's great that we're getting all this attention now, but...
Airi: It's great that we're getting all this attention now, but...Airi
This is actually a good opportunity for us to think about our roots and decide what we're going to do moving forward.
Airi: This is actually a good opportunity for us to think about our roots and decide what we're going to do moving forward.Airi
Now that we've taken the huge step of putting on a solo show, we need to figure out what our next big goal is gonna be... And what we're gonna do to make it happen...
Airi: Now that we've taken the huge step of putting on a solo show, we need to figure out what our next big goal is gonna be... And what we're gonna do to make it happen...Haruka
Our next big goal and how to make it happen...
Haruka: Our next big goal and how to make it happen...Fan Letter
"I want more and more people to learn about MMJ. Also..."
Fan Letter: "I want more and more people to learn about MMJ. Also..."Fan Letter
"My dream now is to see MMJ perform at the Butokan! I can't wait for when you all get your big chance to perform on a big stage!"
Fan Letter: "My dream now is to see MMJ perform at the Butokan! I can't wait for when you all get your big chance to perform on a big stage!"Haruka
...
Haruka: ...Minori
Sorry, would you mind if I fielded that?
Minori: Sorry, would you mind if I fielded that?Haruka
Minori?
Haruka: Minori?Minori
So, after I got home once our show was done, I searched online to see what people thought of it...
Minori: So, after I got home once our show was done, I searched online to see what people thought of it...Minori
One person said, "I want you girls to do shows everywhere," and another, "I want more people to learn about you girls."
Minori: One person said, "I want you girls to do shows everywhere," and another, "I want more people to learn about you girls."Shizuku
Quite a few of our fans also said that in their letters...
Shizuku: Quite a few of our fans also said that in their letters...Minori
Exactly... Which is why I'm thinking that we should try doing what they're asking...
Minori: Exactly... Which is why I'm thinking that we should try doing what they're asking...Minori
Let's try performing in all sorts of different places and get people to know that MORE MORE JUMP! is here to stay.
Minori: Let's try performing in all sorts of different places and get people to know that MORE MORE JUMP! is here to stay.Minori
Let's spread and inspire hope in as many people as we can!
Minori: Let's spread and inspire hope in as many people as we can!Haruka
As many people as we can...
Haruka: As many people as we can...Minori
So, I began thinking about how we could accomplish that...
Minori: So, I began thinking about how we could accomplish that...Minori
Which is why I think MORE MORE JUMP! should go on tour!
Minori: Which is why I think MORE MORE JUMP! should go on tour!Shizuku
A tour...!
Shizuku: A tour...!Minori
It doesn't stop there!
Minori: It doesn't stop there!Minori
Once we've become famous enough to go on tour, I want us to do a show at the Dome.
Minori: Once we've become famous enough to go on tour, I want us to do a show at the Dome.Minori
I want to spread hope to everyone in Japan... Just like how ASRUN did with me when I saw them for the first time!
Minori: I want to spread hope to everyone in Japan... Just like how ASRUN did with me when I saw them for the first time!Haruka
*Gasp*
Haruka: *Gasp*Airi
Th-That's pretty big talk...!
Airi: Th-That's pretty big talk...!Airi
MORE MORE JUMP! ...at the Dome?! I mean, that's the dream, but...
Airi: MORE MORE JUMP! ...at the Dome?! I mean, that's the dream, but...Minori
I'm not joking!
Minori: I'm not joking!Minori
Seeing so many people smiling during our show filled me with so much joy... And it made me really glad that we never stopped trying.
Minori: Seeing so many people smiling during our show filled me with so much joy... And it made me really glad that we never stopped trying.Minori
So, I'm gonna keep trying... My feelings from before haven't changed. I want to spread hope to everybody we meet.
Minori: So, I'm gonna keep trying... My feelings from before haven't changed. I want to spread hope to everybody we meet.Minori
But...
Minori: But...Comments
<They're such an amazing group. I want more people to know about them.> <They just gotta keep advertising themselves. That should get the ball rolling in terms of their popularity.> <I know it's easier said than done, but they should do a show at the Dome.>
Comments: <They're such an amazing group. I want more people to know about them.> <They just gotta keep advertising themselves. That should get the ball rolling in terms of their popularity.> <I know it's easier said than done, but they should do a show at the Dome.>Minori
They all have such high hopes for us...
Minori: They all have such high hopes for us...Minori
Our fans are hoping that we'll be able to stand on the biggest stage and spread hope to more and more people!
Minori: Our fans are hoping that we'll be able to stand on the biggest stage and spread hope to more and more people!Minori
That's what made me think... I... I want to...
Minori: That's what made me think... I... I want to...Minori
I want to become the best at spreading hope to others!
Minori: I want to become the best at spreading hope to others!Haruka
...!
Haruka: ...!Minori
So, I want us to seriously try to become idols who are able to perform at Japan's biggest venues, like the Dome...
Minori: So, I want us to seriously try to become idols who are able to perform at Japan's biggest venues, like the Dome...Minori
I want us to become top idols!
Minori: I want us to become top idols!Haruka
(That's right. I also...)
Haruka: (That's right. I also...)
Haruka
(Back then, I...)
Haruka: (Back then, I...)Shizuku
...
Shizuku: ...Airi
Performing at the Dome as top idols, huh...?
Airi: Performing at the Dome as top idols, huh...?Minori
Uh...
Minori: Uh...Minori
O-Of course, this is just me talking....
Minori: O-Of course, this is just me talking....Minori
So, I want to hear what you all think!
Minori: So, I want to hear what you all think!Haruka
I understand how you feel, Minori. And I wouldn't expect any less from you...
Haruka: I understand how you feel, Minori. And I wouldn't expect any less from you...Minori
Haruka...!
Minori: Haruka...!Haruka
I think I'm right in saying that the three of us also want to spread hope to as many people as possible.
Haruka: I think I'm right in saying that the three of us also want to spread hope to as many people as possible.Haruka
However, going for the top... I have a feeling that we're going to want to give that more thought given our current situation...
Haruka: However, going for the top... I have a feeling that we're going to want to give that more thought given our current situation...Airi
Yeah... That's a pretty lofty goal since we just finished putting on our first solo show.
Airi: Yeah... That's a pretty lofty goal since we just finished putting on our first solo show.Minori
Oh...
Minori: Oh...Minori
Right... It just isn't that easy, huh? I guess moving forward...
Minori: Right... It just isn't that easy, huh? I guess moving forward...Minori
Wait, it's already this late?! We need to get ready for our "Post Solo Show Stream"!
Minori: Wait, it's already this late?! We need to get ready for our "Post Solo Show Stream"!Shizuku
Oh, look at the time...!
Shizuku: Oh, look at the time...!Airi
Alright, we'll pick this back up some other time. For now, let's get ready!
Airi: Alright, we'll pick this back up some other time. For now, let's get ready!Airi
Minori, Shizuku, you two get the tripod ready! Haruka, you get the phone!
Airi: Minori, Shizuku, you two get the tripod ready! Haruka, you get the phone!Haruka
O-Okay, got it.
Haruka: O-Okay, got it.Minori
Shizuku, let's get to work on the tripod!
Minori: Shizuku, let's get to work on the tripod!Shizuku
Okay! We just need to pull these legs out, yes? Hm? It feels stuck...
Shizuku: Okay! We just need to pull these legs out, yes? Hm? It feels stuck...Minori
No, Shizuku, you're pulling it the wrong way! It's gonna break if you do that!
Minori: No, Shizuku, you're pulling it the wrong way! It's gonna break if you do that!
A New Goal
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Scramble Crossing Minori
So many more people than usual tuned in to watch our "Post Solo Show Stream"!
Minori: So many more people than usual tuned in to watch our "Post Solo Show Stream"!Haruka
We must be getting featured after seeing such a large increase in subscribers.
Haruka: We must be getting featured after seeing such a large increase in subscribers.Shizuku
Some of our first-time viewers even wrote in the comments for us. I felt compelled to do my best to make sure they also got to enjoy themselves.
Shizuku: Some of our first-time viewers even wrote in the comments for us. I felt compelled to do my best to make sure they also got to enjoy themselves.Airi
Hehe. Same.
Airi: Hehe. Same.Airi
However, an increase in viewership means having to think whether or not we can do the same stuff we've been doing moving forward.
Airi: However, an increase in viewership means having to think whether or not we can do the same stuff we've been doing moving forward.Airi
Which is why I'd like to pick back up on the discussion we were having before our stream...
Airi: Which is why I'd like to pick back up on the discussion we were having before our stream...Minori
I-I'm really sorry! My mom just asked me to go buy some ground beef at the store after she forgot...!
Minori: I-I'm really sorry! My mom just asked me to go buy some ground beef at the store after she forgot...!Minori
Apparently, if I don't go, the meat sauce for our pasta's just going to consist of canned tomatoes!
Minori: Apparently, if I don't go, the meat sauce for our pasta's just going to consist of canned tomatoes!Shizuku
That actually sounds good by itself, but it wouldn't be meat sauce without any meat. You probably should go run to the store for her.
Shizuku: That actually sounds good by itself, but it wouldn't be meat sauce without any meat. You probably should go run to the store for her.Minori
I'm super sorry! I know we were about to have a really important discussion...!
Minori: I'm super sorry! I know we were about to have a really important discussion...!Haruka
Well, it is getting pretty late anyway, so don't worry about it.
Haruka: Well, it is getting pretty late anyway, so don't worry about it.Minori
Th-Thanks...! I promise to think more about our future goals once I get home!
Minori: Th-Thanks...! I promise to think more about our future goals once I get home!Minori
Anyway, I need to get to the store! See you all later!
Minori: Anyway, I need to get to the store! See you all later!Haruka
Okay, see you.
Haruka: Okay, see you.
*Footsteps*
Airi
Gone. Just like that...
Airi: Gone. Just like that...Shizuku
Hehe. Minori really is a big bundle of energy.
Shizuku: Hehe. Minori really is a big bundle of energy.Airi
Yeah, but... She really threw us a curveball there.
Airi: Yeah, but... She really threw us a curveball there.Haruka
She did...
Haruka: She did...Minori
Our fans are hoping that we'll be able to stand on the biggest stage and spread hope to more and more people!
Minori: Our fans are hoping that we'll be able to stand on the biggest stage and spread hope to more and more people!Minori
So, I want us to seriously try to become idols who are able to perform at Japan's biggest venues, like the Dome...
Minori: So, I want us to seriously try to become idols who are able to perform at Japan's biggest venues, like the Dome...Minori
I want us to become top idols!
Minori: I want us to become top idols!Haruka
The truth is, one of our fans said, "My dream now is to see MMJ perform at the Butokan!"
Haruka: The truth is, one of our fans said, "My dream now is to see MMJ perform at the Butokan!"Shizuku
At the Butokan...?
Shizuku: At the Butokan...?Haruka
When I saw that, a part of me said, "That'd be really amazing," while another part of me went, "Not as we currently are."
Haruka: When I saw that, a part of me said, "That'd be really amazing," while another part of me went, "Not as we currently are."Airi
Yeah...
Airi: Yeah...Airi
The three of us used to be in famous idol groups, and we're blessed to have fans who've been following us since that time.
Airi: The three of us used to be in famous idol groups, and we're blessed to have fans who've been following us since that time.Airi
However, that was then and this is now. Not all of our fans ended up making the transition, so there's no way we'll be able to fill 15,000 seats in our current state.
Airi: However, that was then and this is now. Not all of our fans ended up making the transition, so there's no way we'll be able to fill 15,000 seats in our current state.Airi
Which is why my jaw sort of dropped when I heard about us performing at the Dome...
Airi: Which is why my jaw sort of dropped when I heard about us performing at the Dome...Haruka
Yeah, Airi's right. I felt the exact same way.
Haruka: Yeah, Airi's right. I felt the exact same way.Haruka
But despite that, I...
Haruka: But despite that, I...Haruka
Minori's words made me realize that it's not about how many seats we can fill. The old me never worried about anything like that...
Haruka: Minori's words made me realize that it's not about how many seats we can fill. The old me never worried about anything like that...Haruka
Back then, I just wanted to spread hope to as many people as I could.
Haruka: Back then, I just wanted to spread hope to as many people as I could.Airi
...!
Airi: ...!Shizuku
Yes, when we started our group, a part of me hoped that we'd get to perform at the Dome as MORE MORE JUMP! someday...
Shizuku: Yes, when we started our group, a part of me hoped that we'd get to perform at the Dome as MORE MORE JUMP! someday...Shizuku
But that's "someday"... And I know it's far into the future.
Shizuku: But that's "someday"... And I know it's far into the future.Airi
Yeah... As idols, we've got a lot of work to do before we can perform there.
Airi: Yeah... As idols, we've got a lot of work to do before we can perform there.Airi
But it's a great goal... I mean, what idol wouldn't want to perform at the Dome in front of a full house?
Airi: But it's a great goal... I mean, what idol wouldn't want to perform at the Dome in front of a full house?Haruka
Exactly... Again, what Minori said brought me to this realization.
Haruka: Exactly... Again, what Minori said brought me to this realization.Haruka
Our goal is to spread and inspire hope in as many people as possible. That hasn't changed and it isn't going to anytime soon...
Haruka: Our goal is to spread and inspire hope in as many people as possible. That hasn't changed and it isn't going to anytime soon...Haruka
And if we keep doing our best, the Dome will be waiting for us.
Haruka: And if we keep doing our best, the Dome will be waiting for us.Haruka
Let's go for it. Not "someday". Now. Let's do everything we can to fill the biggest venue in Japan and spread hope to everyone we meet.
Haruka: Let's go for it. Not "someday". Now. Let's do everything we can to fill the biggest venue in Japan and spread hope to everyone we meet.Haruka
As top idols.
Haruka: As top idols.Shizuku
Yes!
Shizuku: Yes!Airi
Let's do it!
Airi: Let's do it!Airi
That's actually kinda funny since a lot of people have been saying that they couldn't get tickets for our solo show. In hindsight, 700 was probably too low.
Airi: That's actually kinda funny since a lot of people have been saying that they couldn't get tickets for our solo show. In hindsight, 700 was probably too low.Airi
Plus, that article gave our channel a huge subscriber boost...
Airi: Plus, that article gave our channel a huge subscriber boost...Airi
I've been chatting with Saito about this, and she thinks that we can expect at least 2,000 for our next event. Maybe even 3,000.
Airi: I've been chatting with Saito about this, and she thinks that we can expect at least 2,000 for our next event. Maybe even 3,000.Shizuku
That's so many people...!
Shizuku: That's so many people...!Haruka
I was under the impression that 1,000 within six months or so might be possible...
Haruka: I was under the impression that 1,000 within six months or so might be possible...Haruka
But based on those figures, that's a venue the size of Shibuya Hall...
Haruka: But based on those figures, that's a venue the size of Shibuya Hall...Airi
Yeah, that place is within our range now since it seats 1,900.
Airi: Yeah, that place is within our range now since it seats 1,900.Shizuku
This is incredible...! It's hard to believe that we're already in a position to do a show at Shibuya Hall...!
Shizuku: This is incredible...! It's hard to believe that we're already in a position to do a show at Shibuya Hall...!Airi
We really couldn't have asked for a better start. Honestly, not many idol groups catch fire like this right out of the gates.
Airi: We really couldn't have asked for a better start. Honestly, not many idol groups catch fire like this right out of the gates.Airi
However, the Dome seats 30,000. In our current state, there's just no way... But...
Airi: However, the Dome seats 30,000. In our current state, there's just no way... But...Airi
As long as we maintain this momentum, we'll get there. So...
Airi: As long as we maintain this momentum, we'll get there. So...Airi
Let's keep doing our best!
Airi: Let's keep doing our best!Haruka
Yeah!
Haruka: Yeah! The next day Miyamasuzaka Girls Academy - Rooftop Minori
I'm so sorry about what happened yesterday! I feel awful about leaving since we were about to have a really important discussion!
Minori: I'm so sorry about what happened yesterday! I feel awful about leaving since we were about to have a really important discussion!Haruka
That's okay. Did dinner go okay last night?
Haruka: That's okay. Did dinner go okay last night?Minori
Yup! The meat sauce turned out great and the pasta was delicious! So I really appreciate you guys letting me go!
Minori: Yup! The meat sauce turned out great and the pasta was delicious! So I really appreciate you guys letting me go!Minori
A-Anyway... Is it okay if we pick up where we left off yesterday...?
Minori: A-Anyway... Is it okay if we pick up where we left off yesterday...?Airi
Yeah, of course! There's actually something we need to tell you, Minori.
Airi: Yeah, of course! There's actually something we need to tell you, Minori.Minori
Huh?
Minori: Huh?Shizuku
So, after you left, the three of us had a little discussion regarding our future...
Shizuku: So, after you left, the three of us had a little discussion regarding our future...Shizuku
Including what you said about us becoming top idols...
Shizuku: Including what you said about us becoming top idols...Minori
R-Really?!
Minori: R-Really?!Minori
Um... How did you all feel about that...?
Minori: Um... How did you all feel about that...?Haruka
We found that we're all in favor.
Haruka: We found that we're all in favor.Minori
...!
Minori: ...!Haruka
To be perfectly honest, we weren't sure if we should have such a lofty goal since we just finished putting on our first solo show.
Haruka: To be perfectly honest, we weren't sure if we should have such a lofty goal since we just finished putting on our first solo show.Haruka
However, you made us realize something.
Haruka: However, you made us realize something.Haruka
Spreading hope to the people who come to see us is important, but so is doing that for everybody in Japan.
Haruka: Spreading hope to the people who come to see us is important, but so is doing that for everybody in Japan.Minori
Haruka...
Minori: Haruka...Haruka
So...
Haruka: So...Haruka
Let's do it. Let's try to become idols who are worthy of performing at the Dome.
Haruka: Let's do it. Let's try to become idols who are worthy of performing at the Dome.Minori
Whoa...!
Minori: Whoa...!Airi
However, that's easier said than done. We're still just getting started as an idol group and are gonna need to jump through a lot of hoops to get there.
Airi: However, that's easier said than done. We're still just getting started as an idol group and are gonna need to jump through a lot of hoops to get there.Shizuku
Right. At the same time... It makes me want to work harder with all of you.
Shizuku: Right. At the same time... It makes me want to work harder with all of you.Haruka
Me too. Not only that... I see no problem with us having a dream since it's an idol's duty to spread hope and inspire dreams.
Haruka: Me too. Not only that... I see no problem with us having a dream since it's an idol's duty to spread hope and inspire dreams.Haruka
And I'm sure our fans will feel very inspired if we find a way to make our dream come true.
Haruka: And I'm sure our fans will feel very inspired if we find a way to make our dream come true.Haruka
So, let's do it...
Haruka: So, let's do it...Haruka
Let's become top idols, spread hope to as many people as we can and inspire them to dream!
Haruka: Let's become top idols, spread hope to as many people as we can and inspire them to dream!Minori
Haruka...
Minori: Haruka...Minori
After reading about how everyone felt about our show and thinking that we could become the best, a part of me began to wonder if I was getting way too ahead of myself...
Minori: After reading about how everyone felt about our show and thinking that we could become the best, a part of me began to wonder if I was getting way too ahead of myself...Minori
But I really want to pursue that goal and I don't want to give up on it...
Minori: But I really want to pursue that goal and I don't want to give up on it...Minori
Which is why I'm really glad that I worked up the courage to bring it up with all of you. And hearing that you're all in favor of it made me so happy!
Minori: Which is why I'm really glad that I worked up the courage to bring it up with all of you. And hearing that you're all in favor of it made me so happy!Haruka
Minori...
Haruka: Minori...Minori
Let's become top idols! Together!
Minori: Let's become top idols! Together!Haruka, Shizuku & Airi
Yeah!
Haruka, Shizuku & Airi: Yeah!
A Surprise Request
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Miyamasuzaka Girls Academy - Rooftop Haruka
Okay, now that we've decided to try to become top idols in order to be able to perform at the Dome...
Haruka: Okay, now that we've decided to try to become top idols in order to be able to perform at the Dome...Haruka
We'll need to start thinking about how we're actually going to accomplish that.
Haruka: We'll need to start thinking about how we're actually going to accomplish that.Minori
Right! Performing at the Dome's way in the future...
Minori: Right! Performing at the Dome's way in the future...Minori
Until then, we should probably perform in shows at increasingly bigger venues. Those should work as stepping stones, right?
Minori: Until then, we should probably perform in shows at increasingly bigger venues. Those should work as stepping stones, right?Shizuku
Oh, about that...
Shizuku: Oh, about that...Shizuku
We were actually thinking that we may be able to put on a show at a slightly bigger venue.
Shizuku: We were actually thinking that we may be able to put on a show at a slightly bigger venue.Airi
Yeah. For example, Shibuya Hall.
Airi: Yeah. For example, Shibuya Hall.Minori
What? Shibuya Hall...? As in THE Shibuya Hall?
Minori: What? Shibuya Hall...? As in THE Shibuya Hall?Minori
That'd be amazing...! We'd be able to perform in front of so many people!
Minori: That'd be amazing...! We'd be able to perform in front of so many people!Haruka
At the same time, if we think we can fill 2,000 seats, we could start aiming a little higher.
Haruka: At the same time, if we think we can fill 2,000 seats, we could start aiming a little higher.Minori
H-Higher...?
Minori: H-Higher...?Airi
We have a big dream now, so if we are aiming to have 10,000 guests... That's about how many the Ryogoku Sumo Arena or Nonogi Gymnasium seat.
Airi: We have a big dream now, so if we are aiming to have 10,000 guests... That's about how many the Ryogoku Sumo Arena or Nonogi Gymnasium seat.Airi
15,000 would mean the Butokan.
Airi: 15,000 would mean the Butokan.Minori
The Butokan...
Minori: The Butokan...Minori
Someone said that they want to see us perform there, right...?
Minori: Someone said that they want to see us perform there, right...?Haruka
Right...
Haruka: Right...Haruka
Us performing there would mean making their dream come true.
Haruka: Us performing there would mean making their dream come true.Haruka
So, I want to aim for that. If we're going to perform at the Dome, we should try to perform at the Butokan first.
Haruka: So, I want to aim for that. If we're going to perform at the Dome, we should try to perform at the Butokan first.Airi
15,000 people... It's a huge number, but that's what we gotta go for if we want to be #1!
Airi: 15,000 people... It's a huge number, but that's what we gotta go for if we want to be #1!Shizuku
But that means we'll need to figure out a way to increase our audience size from 700 to 15,000.
Shizuku: But that means we'll need to figure out a way to increase our audience size from 700 to 15,000.Shizuku
How do we actually go about doing that...?
Shizuku: How do we actually go about doing that...?Haruka
Our fan base should grow as long as we keep doing streams... However, 15,000 is going to be difficult to reach based on our current rate.
Haruka: Our fan base should grow as long as we keep doing streams... However, 15,000 is going to be difficult to reach based on our current rate.Minori
Does that mean we have to start rethinking how we do our streams? Especially since that one article gave us such a big boost!
Minori: Does that mean we have to start rethinking how we do our streams? Especially since that one article gave us such a big boost!Airi
We have a few options to choose from now, including magazines, radio...
Airi: We have a few options to choose from now, including magazines, radio...Minori
*Gasp* That's right. We got some offers for work!
Minori: *Gasp* That's right. We got some offers for work!Shizuku
Yes, we did... Those may benefit us quite a bit!
Shizuku: Yes, we did... Those may benefit us quite a bit!Airi
I agree for the most part... However, we should do some research on each company before we accept any offers.
Airi: I agree for the most part... However, we should do some research on each company before we accept any offers.Haruka
Right. We received a lot of messages, but some seemed pretty sketchy.
Haruka: Right. We received a lot of messages, but some seemed pretty sketchy.Haruka
Why don't we take this opportunity to go through them and get ourselves organized...?
Haruka: Why don't we take this opportunity to go through them and get ourselves organized...?Minori
Okay...! This is so exciting! I can't wait to see who's been trying to reach us since I haven't had a chance to look through all of them...
Minori: Okay...! This is so exciting! I can't wait to see who's been trying to reach us since I haven't had a chance to look through all of them...Haruka
I'll check the emails. Minori, can you take the DMs? Airi, if you could look through the comments for our streams...
Haruka: I'll check the emails. Minori, can you take the DMs? Airi, if you could look through the comments for our streams...Haruka
And Shizuku... Would you mind assisting Minori and Airi?
Haruka: And Shizuku... Would you mind assisting Minori and Airi?Shizuku
Oh, I get to be their assistant? That sounds like fun!
Shizuku: Oh, I get to be their assistant? That sounds like fun!Airi
Yeah... Alright, Shizuku, I'm gonna need all the help you can give me!
Airi: Yeah... Alright, Shizuku, I'm gonna need all the help you can give me!Haruka
Then, let's get started.
Haruka: Then, let's get started.Airi, Shizuku & Minori
Okay!
Airi, Shizuku & Minori: Okay!
Several dozen minutes later Minori
Alright, the next DM says...
Minori: Alright, the next DM says...Minori
<Dear MORE MORE JUMP! I'd like to congratulate you all for successfully putting on your first solo show! I was very impressed that you had put on the event all on your own!>
Minori: <Dear MORE MORE JUMP! I'd like to congratulate you all for successfully putting on your first solo show! I was very impressed that you had put on the event all on your own!>Minori
<As it so happens, my company produces a diet supplement called "Super Weight Loss Beauty DX" which allows you to lose 30 kg by taking it each day, and we'd like for you to all advertise it...>
Minori: <As it so happens, my company produces a diet supplement called "Super Weight Loss Beauty DX" which allows you to lose 30 kg by taking it each day, and we'd like for you to all advertise it...>Minori
L-Lose 30 kg?!
Minori: L-Lose 30 kg?!Shizuku
Won't you vanish into thin air if you take enough of those...?!
Shizuku: Won't you vanish into thin air if you take enough of those...?!Airi
You know it's a straight-up scam, right?
Airi: You know it's a straight-up scam, right?Haruka
If you wanna lose weight, you gotta eat right and get plenty of exercise. There's no such thing as magic diet pills.
Haruka: If you wanna lose weight, you gotta eat right and get plenty of exercise. There's no such thing as magic diet pills.Minori
R-Right... For a second there, I was amazed by how a product like that might be out there.
Minori: R-Right... For a second there, I was amazed by how a product like that might be out there.Airi
Unfortunately, from what I've seen, a lot of the messages we got are pretty shady...
Airi: Unfortunately, from what I've seen, a lot of the messages we got are pretty shady...Airi
Again, before we accept any offers, we need to know who's sending us these offers. If we're not careful, things could get ugly fast.
Airi: Again, before we accept any offers, we need to know who's sending us these offers. If we're not careful, things could get ugly fast.Shizuku
Us falling victim is one thing, but if we ended up advertising such unwholesome products... I'd really rather not bring harm to anyone.
Shizuku: Us falling victim is one thing, but if we ended up advertising such unwholesome products... I'd really rather not bring harm to anyone.Airi
Me neither.
Airi: Me neither.Airi
*Sigh* Going through all these messages is hard enough. Weeding out the bad ones is just extra work on top of that.
Airi: *Sigh* Going through all these messages is hard enough. Weeding out the bad ones is just extra work on top of that.Airi
Doing this makes me realize just how important managers are.
Airi: Doing this makes me realize just how important managers are.Minori
But it's not all bad! We've gotten some good ones, so let's try to be optimistic!
Minori: But it's not all bad! We've gotten some good ones, so let's try to be optimistic!Minori
The next one says...
Minori: The next one says...Shizuku
Oh, mind if I also have a look? Let's see...
Shizuku: Oh, mind if I also have a look? Let's see...Shizuku
<I apologize for contacting you so suddenly like this. I work as the producer for "idol Hazard" which is currently airing on Tokyo NX.>
Shizuku: <I apologize for contacting you so suddenly like this. I work as the producer for "idol Hazard" which is currently airing on Tokyo NX.>Minori
Whaaat?!?! The producer for iHaz?!?!
Minori: Whaaat?!?! The producer for iHaz?!?!Shizuku
Oh, you scared me there...
Shizuku: Oh, you scared me there...Minori
S-Sorry, Shizuku! I was so startled that...!
Minori: S-Sorry, Shizuku! I was so startled that...!Airi
Huh? "iHaz"...?
Airi: Huh? "iHaz"...?Minori
Have you heard of it, Airi?! Like this person said, it's a show that airs on Tokyo NX late at night!
Minori: Have you heard of it, Airi?! Like this person said, it's a show that airs on Tokyo NX late at night!Minori
Its full title is "idol Hazard", but everyone calls it "iHaz"! The MC changes each time since they ask various idols from all these different groups to lead the show...
Minori: Its full title is "idol Hazard", but everyone calls it "iHaz"! The MC changes each time since they ask various idols from all these different groups to lead the show...Minori
It only started airing recently, but a lot of people have been praising it because you get to see all these guest groups interacting with everyone!
Minori: It only started airing recently, but a lot of people have been praising it because you get to see all these guest groups interacting with everyone!Haruka
So, the producer for this show contacting us must mean...
Haruka: So, the producer for this show contacting us must mean...Minori
Y-Yeah...! What if...? Just what if...?!
Minori: Y-Yeah...! What if...? Just what if...?!Minori
Sh-Shizuku! Please, keep reading!
Minori: Sh-Shizuku! Please, keep reading!Shizuku
O-Okay, umm...
Shizuku: O-Okay, umm...Shizuku
<I've actually been watching some of your streams, and my interest in your group has only grown since hearing how you successfully put on your very first solo show.>
Shizuku: <I've actually been watching some of your streams, and my interest in your group has only grown since hearing how you successfully put on your very first solo show.>Shizuku
<Since then, I've been watching the archive footage of your streams. The fun energy you all exude has become a great source of encouragement for me.>
Shizuku: <Since then, I've been watching the archive footage of your streams. The fun energy you all exude has become a great source of encouragement for me.>Shizuku
<I'd really like it if you could share some of that energy with our viewers by appearing on our program.>
Shizuku: <I'd really like it if you could share some of that energy with our viewers by appearing on our program.>Minori
No way! It's a real offer to really appear on TV...!
Minori: No way! It's a real offer to really appear on TV...!Airi
Mind if I take a look at that...?
Airi: Mind if I take a look at that...?Airi
I see... In short, they want us to appear for their five-minute segment where they feature idols who are currently trending.
Airi: I see... In short, they want us to appear for their five-minute segment where they feature idols who are currently trending.Minori
Th-Th-This is so cool...! We might get to be on TV...!
Minori: Th-Th-This is so cool...! We might get to be on TV...!Minori
More importantly, this is an amazing opportunity to get our name out there and have more people learn about us!
Minori: More importantly, this is an amazing opportunity to get our name out there and have more people learn about us!Airi
I agree. I know it's just a five-minute appearance, but talk about hitting the jackpot.
Airi: I agree. I know it's just a five-minute appearance, but talk about hitting the jackpot.Shizuku
I'd like to accept as well!
Shizuku: I'd like to accept as well!Minori
How about you, Haruka?
Minori: How about you, Haruka?Haruka
Well...
Haruka: Well...Haruka
(This producer's pretty famous and sounds very sincere, so I think it's safe to say that it's a real offer.)
Haruka: (This producer's pretty famous and sounds very sincere, so I think it's safe to say that it's a real offer.)Haruka
(Not only that, this is a huge chance for us. I was expecting to start with much smaller offers before tackling something so big...)
Haruka: (Not only that, this is a huge chance for us. I was expecting to start with much smaller offers before tackling something so big...)Haruka
(But a huge opportunity like this is...)
Haruka: (But a huge opportunity like this is...)Haruka
I'd like some time to think about it...
Haruka: I'd like some time to think about it...Airi
Care to explain why?
Airi: Care to explain why?Haruka
I'm not sure if appearing on TV is what we should be doing right now...
Haruka: I'm not sure if appearing on TV is what we should be doing right now...Haruka
Yes, a TV appearance may expand our fan base. We've gained a nice following online through our streams, but TV is on a completely different level.
Haruka: Yes, a TV appearance may expand our fan base. We've gained a nice following online through our streams, but TV is on a completely different level.Minori
Then...!
Minori: Then...!Haruka
But that has its drawbacks.
Haruka: But that has its drawbacks.Minori
Drawbacks...?
Minori: Drawbacks...?Haruka
What I'm trying to say is that there may be unexpected consequences.
Haruka: What I'm trying to say is that there may be unexpected consequences.Haruka
What if something one of us says is taken out of context for the purposes of entertainment? Sure, the show may benefit from that...
Haruka: What if something one of us says is taken out of context for the purposes of entertainment? Sure, the show may benefit from that...Haruka
But we'd end up hurting our fans as a result.
Haruka: But we'd end up hurting our fans as a result.Shizuku
Oh...
Shizuku: Oh...Haruka
Of course, I understand that not all TV programs are produced in such a way. There are many good things to be had...
Haruka: Of course, I understand that not all TV programs are produced in such a way. There are many good things to be had...Haruka
But appearing on TV means being prepared for such things. That's why I'm having a hard time immediately accepting this offer...
Haruka: But appearing on TV means being prepared for such things. That's why I'm having a hard time immediately accepting this offer...Airi
Yeah, there's definitely a certain amount of risk involved...
Airi: Yeah, there's definitely a certain amount of risk involved...Airi
Now that you mention it... I remember this one time when they took one of my quips and edited it to make it look like I was bad-mouthing this actor that appeared with us.
Airi: Now that you mention it... I remember this one time when they took one of my quips and edited it to make it look like I was bad-mouthing this actor that appeared with us.Minori
What?! No way! Was everything okay after that?
Minori: What?! No way! Was everything okay after that?Airi
Yeah, things got pretty hectic after it aired. Some of that actor's fans still bring it up from time to time...
Airi: Yeah, things got pretty hectic after it aired. Some of that actor's fans still bring it up from time to time...Airi
But my fans claimed, "Airi would never say stuff like that," which helped keep things from really getting out of hand.
Airi: But my fans claimed, "Airi would never say stuff like that," which helped keep things from really getting out of hand.Shizuku
Thank goodness...
Shizuku: Thank goodness...Airi
Still, despite what happened...
Airi: Still, despite what happened...Airi
I think the benefits of us appearing on TV outweigh the costs, so I'm in favor of accepting this offer.
Airi: I think the benefits of us appearing on TV outweigh the costs, so I'm in favor of accepting this offer.Haruka
(Right... Despite having a really bad experience, Airi's still in favor...)
Haruka: (Right... Despite having a really bad experience, Airi's still in favor...)
*School Bell*
Minori
Oh no! The bell rang!
Minori: Oh no! The bell rang!Shizuku
Our lunch break's already over... The time just flew by during this discussion.
Shizuku: Our lunch break's already over... The time just flew by during this discussion.Airi
Yeah, and we still haven't reached a consensus...
Airi: Yeah, and we still haven't reached a consensus...Airi
So, let's all sleep on this and continue another time.
Airi: So, let's all sleep on this and continue another time.Haruka
Sorry... I didn't mean to rain on your parade. I know you're all excited about this opportunity.
Haruka: Sorry... I didn't mean to rain on your parade. I know you're all excited about this opportunity.Shizuku
No, don't say that. Your opinions are just as valid as ours, so thank you for sharing with us.
Shizuku: No, don't say that. Your opinions are just as valid as ours, so thank you for sharing with us.Haruka
Shizuku...
Haruka: Shizuku...Minori
She's right! For stuff like this, we should all be in agreement before we accept or reject...
Minori: She's right! For stuff like this, we should all be in agreement before we accept or reject...Minori
Because it's all for one and one for all with MORE MORE JUMP!
Minori: Because it's all for one and one for all with MORE MORE JUMP!Airi
Precisely... So, Haruka, feel free to speak your mind. You don't have to hold anything back from us.
Airi: Precisely... So, Haruka, feel free to speak your mind. You don't have to hold anything back from us.Haruka
All of you...
Haruka: All of you...Haruka
Thank you... I'll give what we discussed some more thought.
Haruka: Thank you... I'll give what we discussed some more thought.
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Haruka's Room Haruka
Wow... Today's bath salts smell so nice.
Haruka: Wow... Today's bath salts smell so nice.Haruka
Still, us appearing on TV...
Haruka: Still, us appearing on TV...Haruka
(I gave it a lot of thought while taking my bath, but I still couldn't reach a decision.)
Haruka: (I gave it a lot of thought while taking my bath, but I still couldn't reach a decision.)Haruka
(The others said that they "understand" how I feel... And yet, they're all for it.)
Haruka: (The others said that they "understand" how I feel... And yet, they're all for it.)Haruka
But...
Haruka: But...Airi
Now that you mention it... I remember this one time when they took one of my quips and edited it to make it look like I was bad-mouthing this actor that appeared with us.
Airi: Now that you mention it... I remember this one time when they took one of my quips and edited it to make it look like I was bad-mouthing this actor that appeared with us.Haruka
Those things do actually happen...
Haruka: Those things do actually happen...Haruka
(Performing at the Dome means filling an enormous number of seats. And I believe appearing on TV will ultimately help us do that...)
Haruka: (Performing at the Dome means filling an enormous number of seats. And I believe appearing on TV will ultimately help us do that...)Haruka
(However, there's a possibility that who we are or what we believe will become warped. Not only that...)
Haruka: (However, there's a possibility that who we are or what we believe will become warped. Not only that...)Airi
That definitely makes for a good headline, but the article itself was a bit fluffed up...
Airi: That definitely makes for a good headline, but the article itself was a bit fluffed up...Haruka
(Despite being a short article, it had some inconsistencies.)
Haruka: (Despite being a short article, it had some inconsistencies.)Haruka
(We're not going to be able to avoid things like that if we want to keep doing more as idols...)
Haruka: (We're not going to be able to avoid things like that if we want to keep doing more as idols...)Haruka
(Especially since the three of us were once a part of bigger groups, some are likely going to make fun of us for trying to do things on our own.)
Haruka: (Especially since the three of us were once a part of bigger groups, some are likely going to make fun of us for trying to do things on our own.)Haruka
By appearing on TV, there's also a chance that we'll end up disappointing all those who've been supporting us up until now.
Haruka: By appearing on TV, there's also a chance that we'll end up disappointing all those who've been supporting us up until now.Haruka
(On the other hand, some people may become our fans after seeing us on TV...)
Haruka: (On the other hand, some people may become our fans after seeing us on TV...)Haruka
But given the risk of possibly having our image twisted and disappointing our fans... Is it really worth it?
Haruka: But given the risk of possibly having our image twisted and disappointing our fans... Is it really worth it?Haruka
Still...
Haruka: Still...Minori
Th-Th-This is so cool...! We might get to be on TV...!
Minori: Th-Th-This is so cool...! We might get to be on TV...!Shizuku
I'd like to accept as well!
Shizuku: I'd like to accept as well!Airi
I think the benefits of us appearing on TV outweigh the costs, so I'm in favor of accepting this offer.
Airi: I think the benefits of us appearing on TV outweigh the costs, so I'm in favor of accepting this offer.Haruka
(Am I overthinking this...? I did plenty of TV appearances when I was still with ASRUN, and I usually had a lot of fun...)
Haruka: (Am I overthinking this...? I did plenty of TV appearances when I was still with ASRUN, and I usually had a lot of fun...)Haruka
(The others are incredibly optimistic about this, so maybe if we gave one appearance a try...)
Haruka: (The others are incredibly optimistic about this, so maybe if we gave one appearance a try...)Haruka
No, that's not good enough. Regardless of whether or not we make a successful appearance, I won't feel satisfied.
Haruka: No, that's not good enough. Regardless of whether or not we make a successful appearance, I won't feel satisfied.Haruka
(The others even said that there's no point in proceeding with this unless I agree... So, I want to first flesh out how I really feel about this offer.)
Haruka: (The others even said that there's no point in proceeding with this unless I agree... So, I want to first flesh out how I really feel about this offer.)Haruka
(But that may be a little hard on my own. I'd really like to get an objective second opinion right about now...)
Haruka: (But that may be a little hard on my own. I'd really like to get an objective second opinion right about now...)Haruka
Wait, that's it...!
Haruka: Wait, that's it...!
Stage SEKAI Haruka
Can I ask you all for a bit of your time?
Haruka: Can I ask you all for a bit of your time?
Miku
Hm? Haruka? What are you doing here at this time?
Miku: Hm? Haruka? What are you doing here at this time?Haruka
I've been having trouble coming up with an answer to something on my own. So, I'd like to ask all of you for your opinions...
Haruka: I've been having trouble coming up with an answer to something on my own. So, I'd like to ask all of you for your opinions...Haruka
The thing is...
Haruka: The thing is...
Miku
Oh, that's wonderful...! You girls have set your sights on performing at the Dome!
Miku: Oh, that's wonderful...! You girls have set your sights on performing at the Dome!
KAITO
It is a wonderful dream. That only makes me more excited about your future.
KAITO: It is a wonderful dream. That only makes me more excited about your future.KAITO
But we'll need to find an answer to your question before you can feel happy about that, yes...?
KAITO: But we'll need to find an answer to your question before you can feel happy about that, yes...?Haruka
Yes.
Haruka: Yes.
Len
About you girls making that TV appearance, right?
Len: About you girls making that TV appearance, right?
MEIKO
So, Haruka, you're worried that MMJ's image and message might not come across the way you want it to and possibly upset your fans if you appear on TV...?
MEIKO: So, Haruka, you're worried that MMJ's image and message might not come across the way you want it to and possibly upset your fans if you appear on TV...?Haruka
Yes... I know that shows are edited in a way to be entertaining, which is fine since I also like programs that are fun to watch...
Haruka: Yes... I know that shows are edited in a way to be entertaining, which is fine since I also like programs that are fun to watch...Haruka
But I'm worried that what we want to convey is going to fall victim to that process. I'm concerned that we'll appear vain or conceited, which will disappoint all of our fans...
Haruka: But I'm worried that what we want to convey is going to fall victim to that process. I'm concerned that we'll appear vain or conceited, which will disappoint all of our fans...Miku
Haruka...
Miku: Haruka...Haruka
But that's not destined to happen just because I think it might, right...?
Haruka: But that's not destined to happen just because I think it might, right...?Haruka
So, I'm starting to wonder why I'm considering not making this appearance.
Haruka: So, I'm starting to wonder why I'm considering not making this appearance.Haruka
I suppose I'm just worried about us not having the backup and protection of an agency. Is that why I'm not prepared to go on TV yet?
Haruka: I suppose I'm just worried about us not having the backup and protection of an agency. Is that why I'm not prepared to go on TV yet?
Luka
I don't think so...
Luka: I don't think so...KAITO
Me neither. Especially considering how much you care about your fans, Haruka...
KAITO: Me neither. Especially considering how much you care about your fans, Haruka...Haruka
Right...
Haruka: Right...Haruka
We're always doing everything we can to spread hope to our fans... But they've also given us so much.
Haruka: We're always doing everything we can to spread hope to our fans... But they've also given us so much.MEIKO
MORE MORE JUMP! fans must be so happy knowing that they get to be there for such thoughtful idols.
MEIKO: MORE MORE JUMP! fans must be so happy knowing that they get to be there for such thoughtful idols.Haruka
Oh...
Haruka: Oh...MEIKO
Hehe. There's no need to be embarrassed by that. Personally, as your fan, I can't help but fall further in love with you, Haruka♪
MEIKO: Hehe. There's no need to be embarrassed by that. Personally, as your fan, I can't help but fall further in love with you, Haruka♪Haruka
H-Hey, quit teasing me.
Haruka: H-Hey, quit teasing me.MEIKO
Hehehe. That's what makes you so great, Haruka.
MEIKO: Hehehe. That's what makes you so great, Haruka.MEIKO
As your fan, I want to say, "Don't worry."
MEIKO: As your fan, I want to say, "Don't worry."Haruka
What do you mean...?
Haruka: What do you mean...?MEIKO
I've become very familiar with you girls.
MEIKO: I've become very familiar with you girls.MEIKO
Including the hope and warmth you wish to spread to others.
MEIKO: Including the hope and warmth you wish to spread to others.MEIKO
And those things mean quite a lot to me...
MEIKO: And those things mean quite a lot to me...MEIKO
So, a TV appearance isn't going to easily change how I feel about all of you.
MEIKO: So, a TV appearance isn't going to easily change how I feel about all of you.MEIKO
We'll never stop being your fans because we know what MORE MORE JUMP! is really about.
MEIKO: We'll never stop being your fans because we know what MORE MORE JUMP! is really about.Haruka
Oh...
Haruka: Oh...Airi
Now that you mention it... I remember this one time when they took one of my quips and edited it to make it look like I was bad-mouthing this actor that appeared with us.
Airi: Now that you mention it... I remember this one time when they took one of my quips and edited it to make it look like I was bad-mouthing this actor that appeared with us.Minori
What?! No way! Was everything okay after that?
Minori: What?! No way! Was everything okay after that?Airi
Yeah, things got pretty hectic after it aired. Some of that actor's fans still bring it up from time to time...
Airi: Yeah, things got pretty hectic after it aired. Some of that actor's fans still bring it up from time to time...Airi
But my fans claimed, "Airi would never say stuff like that," which helped keep things from really getting out of hand.
Airi: But my fans claimed, "Airi would never say stuff like that," which helped keep things from really getting out of hand.MEIKO
So, don't worry. I'm sure everything will be fine. Regardless of the kind of television program you girls appear on, we won't get disappointed or stop being your fans.
MEIKO: So, don't worry. I'm sure everything will be fine. Regardless of the kind of television program you girls appear on, we won't get disappointed or stop being your fans.MEIKO
Also...
MEIKO: Also...
MEIKO
I want more and more people to learn about the group we all love! I want more and more people to fall in love with MORE MORE JUMP!
MEIKO: I want more and more people to learn about the group we all love! I want more and more people to fall in love with MORE MORE JUMP!MEIKO
I want you girls to spread more hope and warmth to others.
MEIKO: I want you girls to spread more hope and warmth to others.MEIKO
Which I believe you'll have no problem doing when you're in front of those cameras.
MEIKO: Which I believe you'll have no problem doing when you're in front of those cameras.MEIKO
Right♪
MEIKO: Right♪Haruka
MEIKO...
Haruka: MEIKO...Miku
I agree... You girls are who you are. Nothing is going to change that.
Miku: I agree... You girls are who you are. Nothing is going to change that.
Rin
Yeah! As long as your intentions don't change, everyone will get your message!
Rin: Yeah! As long as your intentions don't change, everyone will get your message!Luka
Yes... Not only that, I'm sure that your fans are also looking forward to having your TV appearance lead to more people learning about you girls.
Luka: Yes... Not only that, I'm sure that your fans are also looking forward to having your TV appearance lead to more people learning about you girls.Haruka
True... The ones who sent us those letters will probably be very happy.
Haruka: True... The ones who sent us those letters will probably be very happy.Haruka
Thank you all very much. You've given me quite a bit of encouragement.
Haruka: Thank you all very much. You've given me quite a bit of encouragement.MEIKO
However, Haruka, the final decision rests with you and your group, so it's okay for you to take your time with this.
MEIKO: However, Haruka, the final decision rests with you and your group, so it's okay for you to take your time with this.MEIKO
While you do, it may be good to take a hard look at what you're feeling...
MEIKO: While you do, it may be good to take a hard look at what you're feeling...Haruka
At what I'm feeling?
Haruka: At what I'm feeling?MEIKO
Yes. You girls put on a successful solo show and have put forth a fantastic goal for yourselves. As a result, you're at a crossroads so to speak.
MEIKO: Yes. You girls put on a successful solo show and have put forth a fantastic goal for yourselves. As a result, you're at a crossroads so to speak.MEIKO
It's not uncommon to lose sight of what means most to you... Why you decided to become an idol in the first place or how you felt back then...
MEIKO: It's not uncommon to lose sight of what means most to you... Why you decided to become an idol in the first place or how you felt back then...MEIKO
So, now might not be a bad time to look back on all that.
MEIKO: So, now might not be a bad time to look back on all that.Haruka
Oh...
Haruka: Oh...Haruka
You might be right... Thank you. I think I'll do just that.
Haruka: You might be right... Thank you. I think I'll do just that.MEIKO
Hehe...
MEIKO: Hehe...Luka
We'll be looking forward to seeing what MORE MORE JUMP! has in store for us.
Luka: We'll be looking forward to seeing what MORE MORE JUMP! has in store for us.
An Idol's Roots
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Haruka's Room MEIKO
Why you decided to become an idol in the first place or how you felt back then...
MEIKO: Why you decided to become an idol in the first place or how you felt back then...MEIKO
So, now might not be a bad time to look back on all that.
MEIKO: So, now might not be a bad time to look back on all that.Haruka
MEIKO's right...
Haruka: MEIKO's right...Haruka
(I want to spread as much hope to as many people as I can...)
Haruka: (I want to spread as much hope to as many people as I can...)Haruka
(We as a group want to do that for everyone we've met, and everyone we're going to meet in the future...)
Haruka: (We as a group want to do that for everyone we've met, and everyone we're going to meet in the future...)Haruka
So, why did I want to become an idol in the first place? What kind of idol do I want to become? I really need to think about those things...
Haruka: So, why did I want to become an idol in the first place? What kind of idol do I want to become? I really need to think about those things...Haruka
I... I wanted to become an idol because...
Haruka: I... I wanted to become an idol because...
A few years ago Little Haruka
"And so, the Princess was able to use her beautiful smile to spread love and courage to people all over."
Little Haruka: "And so, the Princess was able to use her beautiful smile to spread love and courage to people all over."Little Haruka
(This book seemed like it was meant for little kids, but it ended up being pretty fun. The Princess was so cheerful and helped solve so many different problems...)
Little Haruka: (This book seemed like it was meant for little kids, but it ended up being pretty fun. The Princess was so cheerful and helped solve so many different problems...)Little Haruka
(I should thank the teacher tomorrow for letting me borrow this...)
Little Haruka: (I should thank the teacher tomorrow for letting me borrow this...)
*Knocking*
*Door Opening*
Haruka's Mother
Haruka, do you have a minute?
Haruka's Mother: Haruka, do you have a minute?Little Haruka
Sure, is something the matter?
Little Haruka: Sure, is something the matter?Haruka's Mother
Actually, here...! Grandma just sent you a present.
Haruka's Mother: Actually, here...! Grandma just sent you a present.Haruka's Mother
It's your reward for getting 100 on that test you took the other day. You've been wanting this Yudetama pencil case, right?
Haruka's Mother: It's your reward for getting 100 on that test you took the other day. You've been wanting this Yudetama pencil case, right?Little Haruka
Oh... Thanks...
Little Haruka: Oh... Thanks...Haruka's Mother
Hehe... If only it were easier to make you smile, Haruka.
Haruka's Mother: Hehe... If only it were easier to make you smile, Haruka.Little Haruka
No, um... I'm really happy, but...
Little Haruka: No, um... I'm really happy, but...Haruka's Mother
No, that's okay! Really! I know that you couldn't be happier.
Haruka's Mother: No, that's okay! Really! I know that you couldn't be happier.Haruka's Mother
I'll make sure to tell Grandma that you love her gift.
Haruka's Mother: I'll make sure to tell Grandma that you love her gift.Little Haruka
Thanks, Mommy...
Little Haruka: Thanks, Mommy...Haruka's Mother
Oh, also. Yudetama's going to be doing a show at a mall a little away from us this weekend.
Haruka's Mother: Oh, also. Yudetama's going to be doing a show at a mall a little away from us this weekend.Haruka's Mother
Would you like to go? You might even get to shake hands!
Haruka's Mother: Would you like to go? You might even get to shake hands!Little Haruka
Really? Yeah, that'd be nice.
Little Haruka: Really? Yeah, that'd be nice.Haruka's Mother
We can also invite your father! Anyway, I'll let you know when dinner's ready.
Haruka's Mother: We can also invite your father! Anyway, I'll let you know when dinner's ready.Little Haruka
Okay, thanks.
Little Haruka: Okay, thanks.Little Haruka
(... I made Mommy frown again.)
Little Haruka: (... I made Mommy frown again.)Little Haruka
(But I really am happy about the pencil case Grandma sent, and how I get to see Yudetama's show...)
Little Haruka: (But I really am happy about the pencil case Grandma sent, and how I get to see Yudetama's show...)Little Haruka
(Why can't I just smile like everyone else...?)
Little Haruka: (Why can't I just smile like everyone else...?)Little Haruka
"And so, the Princess was able to use her beautiful smile to spread love and courage to people all over."
Little Haruka: "And so, the Princess was able to use her beautiful smile to spread love and courage to people all over."Little Haruka
Maybe I should practice smiling...
Little Haruka: Maybe I should practice smiling...
Weekend Shopping Mall Haruka's Mother
Yudetama was so adorable! I'm so glad that you two got to shake hands, Haruka!
Haruka's Mother: Yudetama was so adorable! I'm so glad that you two got to shake hands, Haruka!Little Haruka
Yeah, he was really cute, and I had a lot of fun.
Little Haruka: Yeah, he was really cute, and I had a lot of fun.Little Haruka
But I also feel kind of tired. There were so many people...
Little Haruka: But I also feel kind of tired. There were so many people...Haruka's Mother
Hehe. Very true. It is already lunch time, so how about we take a break?
Haruka's Mother: Hehe. Very true. It is already lunch time, so how about we take a break?Haruka's Father
In that case, I'll go buy us something. I saw a nice shop just over there.
Haruka's Father: In that case, I'll go buy us something. I saw a nice shop just over there.Haruka's Mother
Thanks, dear! But it might be hard for you to carry food for all of us. Why don't we go together?
Haruka's Mother: Thanks, dear! But it might be hard for you to carry food for all of us. Why don't we go together?Haruka's Mother
Do you think you can walk, Haruka?
Haruka's Mother: Do you think you can walk, Haruka?Little Haruka
Yeah, I think so.
Little Haruka: Yeah, I think so.Haruka's Mother
Wonderful. Then, let's go!
Haruka's Mother: Wonderful. Then, let's go!
*Footsteps*
*Chattering*
Little Haruka
(So many people... More than before I think...)
Little Haruka: (So many people... More than before I think...)Haruka's Father
Please be careful not to get separated from us, Haruka.
Haruka's Father: Please be careful not to get separated from us, Haruka.Little Haruka
O-Okay...
Little Haruka: O-Okay...Little Haruka
(I might get lost if I keep getting bumped and pushed around like this...)
Little Haruka: (I might get lost if I keep getting bumped and pushed around like this...)Little Haruka
(Maybe I should hold her hand just to be safe...)
Little Haruka: (Maybe I should hold her hand just to be safe...)Little Haruka
Mommy, can I hold your...?
Little Haruka: Mommy, can I hold your...?Female Stranger
Whoa, hello.
Female Stranger: Whoa, hello.Little Haruka
Huh...?
Little Haruka: Huh...?Female Stranger
Did you mix up me with your mommy? I'm sorry, but she's...
Female Stranger: Did you mix up me with your mommy? I'm sorry, but she's...Little Haruka
I-I'm so sorry...
Little Haruka: I-I'm so sorry...
*Hurried Footsteps*
Female Stranger
Hey, wait...!
Female Stranger: Hey, wait...!
Little Haruka
(Oh no... I got separated from Mommy and Daddy.)
Little Haruka: (Oh no... I got separated from Mommy and Daddy.)Little Haruka
(I tried looking for them where we were trying to go, but I couldn't see them because of all these people...)
Little Haruka: (I tried looking for them where we were trying to go, but I couldn't see them because of all these people...)Little Haruka
(What do I do...?)
Little Haruka: (What do I do...?)Little Haruka
(What happens if I never get to see them again...?)
Little Haruka: (What happens if I never get to see them again...?)Little Haruka
(Am I going to be stuck here forever...? All alone?!)
Little Haruka: (Am I going to be stuck here forever...? All alone?!)Young Lady
Is something wrong?
Young Lady: Is something wrong?Little Haruka
Huh...?
Little Haruka: Huh...?Little Haruka
(Who is she...? Her clothes are so cute...)
Little Haruka: (Who is she...? Her clothes are so cute...)Little Haruka
(She looks like a princess...)
Little Haruka: (She looks like a princess...)Young Lady
Hm? I thought you were lost since I found you all alone... But you seem awfully calm. Are you not actually lost?
Young Lady: Hm? I thought you were lost since I found you all alone... But you seem awfully calm. Are you not actually lost?Little Haruka
Oh... U-Um, I...
Little Haruka: Oh... U-Um, I...Young Lady
Oh? So you are lost?
Young Lady: Oh? So you are lost?Young Lady
Lemme ask my manager... Hey, I think this little girl's lost. Can you let mall security know?
Young Lady: Lemme ask my manager... Hey, I think this little girl's lost. Can you let mall security know?Manager
You always manage to find a lost child whenever we put on events in places like this, don't you? I'll let them know right away...
Manager: You always manage to find a lost child whenever we put on events in places like this, don't you? I'll let them know right away...Young Lady
Hehe. Thanks!
Young Lady: Hehe. Thanks!Little Haruka
E-Excuse me...
Little Haruka: E-Excuse me...Young Lady
Don't worry! I'm sure you'll be reunited with your mommy and daddy in no time. Until then...
Young Lady: Don't worry! I'm sure you'll be reunited with your mommy and daddy in no time. Until then...
*Hurried Footsteps*
Event Staff
Ah, there you are! You're going on stage soon! We need you on standby!
Event Staff: Ah, there you are! You're going on stage soon! We need you on standby!Young Lady
What?! Already?! I was hoping to get a better feel for the place since it's my first time being here.
Young Lady: What?! Already?! I was hoping to get a better feel for the place since it's my first time being here.Little Haruka
Stage...?
Little Haruka: Stage...?Young Lady
Yup. The stage... Right over there in the middle of that big, open area. That's where I'm gonna be.
Young Lady: Yup. The stage... Right over there in the middle of that big, open area. That's where I'm gonna be.Little Haruka
Up there? Why...?
Little Haruka: Up there? Why...?Young Lady
Well...
Young Lady: Well...Young Lady
I know... Why don't you come with me? I bet you're gonna be totally blown away!
Young Lady: I know... Why don't you come with me? I bet you're gonna be totally blown away!Little Haruka
Huh...?!
Little Haruka: Huh...?!
The Princess Of Smiles
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Shopping Mall Little Haruka
Um, I...
Little Haruka: Um, I...Young Lady
Alright, this is the front row! To celebrate us meeting today, you get a special invitation♪
Young Lady: Alright, this is the front row! To celebrate us meeting today, you get a special invitation♪Little Haruka
The front? A special invitation...?
Little Haruka: The front? A special invitation...?Young Lady
That's right! A very special invitation!
Young Lady: That's right! A very special invitation!Young Lady
Oh, by the way... What's your name?
Young Lady: Oh, by the way... What's your name?Little Haruka
Haruka Kiritani...
Little Haruka: Haruka Kiritani...Young Lady
Haruka! That's so perfect! You're just the cutest thing, but you also have this air of coolness about you!
Young Lady: Haruka! That's so perfect! You're just the cutest thing, but you also have this air of coolness about you!Young Lady
Anyway, I've gotta go on stage and blow everyone away. In the meantime, while you wait for your mom and dad to come, I hope you enjoy the show!
Young Lady: Anyway, I've gotta go on stage and blow everyone away. In the meantime, while you wait for your mom and dad to come, I hope you enjoy the show!Little Haruka
Oh...
Little Haruka: Oh...Young Lady
Thanks for waiting, everyone! Welcome to the special release show for my new single!
Young Lady: Thanks for waiting, everyone! Welcome to the special release show for my new single!Young Lady
Those who've been following me and those who are seeing me for the first time... I hope you all enjoy the show!
Young Lady: Those who've been following me and those who are seeing me for the first time... I hope you all enjoy the show!Girlfriend
Hm? They're having an idol concert? But there aren't that many people...
Girlfriend: Hm? They're having an idol concert? But there aren't that many people...Boyfriend
Yeah, she doesn't seem all that famous, but I'm seeing some people who look like loyal fans...
Boyfriend: Yeah, she doesn't seem all that famous, but I'm seeing some people who look like loyal fans...Young Lady
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Young Lady: ♪————Boyfriend
But she's a pretty good singer.
Boyfriend: But she's a pretty good singer.Little Haruka
(She's singing and dancing... And I really love how frilly and pretty her clothes are.)
Little Haruka: (She's singing and dancing... And I really love how frilly and pretty her clothes are.)Little Haruka
(People are starting to stop and watch her performance...)
Little Haruka: (People are starting to stop and watch her performance...)Little Haruka
(This is amazing. It's almost like...)
Little Haruka: (This is amazing. It's almost like...)Little Haruka
"And so, the Princess was able to use her beautiful smile to spread love and courage to people all over."
Little Haruka: "And so, the Princess was able to use her beautiful smile to spread love and courage to people all over."Little Haruka
...
Little Haruka: ...Old Man
You're doing great, kid!
Old Man: You're doing great, kid!Old Lady
Hehe. She's very cute. It's so encouraging to see young people doing their best.
Old Lady: Hehe. She's very cute. It's so encouraging to see young people doing their best.
*Clapping*
Little Haruka
(*Gasp* Everyone's clapping along to her song...)
Little Haruka: (*Gasp* Everyone's clapping along to her song...)Little Haruka
(Sh-Should I join them...? But it's a bit embarrassing...)
Little Haruka: (Sh-Should I join them...? But it's a bit embarrassing...)Young Lady
♪————
Young Lady: ♪————Little Haruka
(Huh...? She's looking my way...)
Little Haruka: (Huh...? She's looking my way...)Young Lady
♪————
Young Lady: ♪————Little Haruka
(She's clapping her hands... Am I supposed to go along with her...?)
Little Haruka: (She's clapping her hands... Am I supposed to go along with her...?)
*Clapping*
Young Lady
♪————
Young Lady: ♪————Little Haruka
(Oh, she smiled...)
Little Haruka: (Oh, she smiled...)
Young Lady
Thank you all so much!
Young Lady: Thank you all so much!
*Applause*
Young Lady
It looks like we have a pretty decent crowd now, so I'd like to move to my next song... While I'm at it, why don't I call today's special guest to the stage?
Young Lady: It looks like we have a pretty decent crowd now, so I'd like to move to my next song... While I'm at it, why don't I call today's special guest to the stage?Little Haruka
(Special guest...? Who's she talking about?)
Little Haruka: (Special guest...? Who's she talking about?)Young Lady
Today's special guest is...
Young Lady: Today's special guest is...Young Lady
My newest friend, Haruka!
Young Lady: My newest friend, Haruka!Little Haruka
What...?!
Little Haruka: What...?!Young Lady
You did a perfect job of clapping along to my song just now! So...
Young Lady: You did a perfect job of clapping along to my song just now! So...Young Lady
Let's dance on stage together! How about it?!
Young Lady: Let's dance on stage together! How about it?!Little Haruka
B-But... I don't know how...
Little Haruka: B-But... I don't know how...Young Lady
No problem! We'll do something simple! I'm sure you'll get it in no time, Haruka!
Young Lady: No problem! We'll do something simple! I'm sure you'll get it in no time, Haruka!Young Lady
So, let's dance!
Young Lady: So, let's dance!Little Haruka
...
Little Haruka: ...Little Haruka
O-Okay...!
Little Haruka: O-Okay...!
Young Lady
Try to follow along, everyone!
Young Lady: Try to follow along, everyone!Young Lady
Okay, so you kick and step! And after that, turn! Think you can do it, Haruka...?
Young Lady: Okay, so you kick and step! And after that, turn! Think you can do it, Haruka...?Little Haruka
L-Like this...?
Little Haruka: L-Like this...?Young Lady
Yeah, that's it! After you turn, you tilt your head slightly and strike a cute pose!
Young Lady: Yeah, that's it! After you turn, you tilt your head slightly and strike a cute pose!Little Haruka
Like this...?
Little Haruka: Like this...?Young Lady
Did you all see that?! Isn't she the cutest?! I'm already head over heels for her!
Young Lady: Did you all see that?! Isn't she the cutest?! I'm already head over heels for her!Girlfriend
Hehe. She's so cute.
Girlfriend: Hehe. She's so cute.Boyfriend
Yeah, she really knows how to draw you in.
Boyfriend: Yeah, she really knows how to draw you in.Young Lady
Alright, let's try dancing along to a song! When the part for this dance starts, I'll say, "Go." After I do, everyone, move along with Haruka as she dances!
Young Lady: Alright, let's try dancing along to a song! When the part for this dance starts, I'll say, "Go." After I do, everyone, move along with Haruka as she dances!Young Lady
So, start the music♪
Young Lady: So, start the music♪Young Lady
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Young Lady: ♪————Little Haruka
(Oh, she started singing...)
Little Haruka: (Oh, she started singing...)Little Haruka
(Will she like it if I clapped along again like I did just now...?)
Little Haruka: (Will she like it if I clapped along again like I did just now...?)
*Clapping*
Young Lady
♪————
Young Lady: ♪————Little Haruka
(Oh, thank goodness...)
Little Haruka: (Oh, thank goodness...)