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Updating "SCANDAL Catch up" as of April! For the first episode after the update, we will be doing the segment everyone loves!

Season 2, Episode 1 blog

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HARUNA: Starting with this episode, a new season of "SCANDAL Catch up" will begin! We will be bringing you fun with "supported by Meiji Bulgaria Yogurt"!

TOMOMI: I love Bulgaria yogurt!

RINA: I really do love it.

HARUNA: We would like to create a new story with "Meiji Bulgaria Yogurt" celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and SCANDAL celebrating its 17th anniversary this year.

With the "oldest authentic yogurt in Japan," and us on the verge of setting a Guinness World Record for all-girl bands, we also have this in common: we value the importance of continuing to evolve in order to provide good products.

We would like to walk through our respective histories together and move forward together with all of you through this program. Let's have a taste test...

TOMOMI: I eat it all the time.

HARUNA: Thank you so much to Meiji for the support. Now then, since we might be asked about Bulgaria on the street now... We will bring you this project: "Last-minute cramming! Bulgaria quiz!"

MAMI: I didn't cram last minute, though.

HARUNA: Well, we haven't done any cramming.

TOMOMI: You never get asked about Bulgaria on the street in the first place...

RINA: That'd be really scary to be asked about Bulgaria on the street!

HARUNA: Like, "Excuse me, I was wondering about Bulgaria..."?

TOMOMI: That's scary!

HARUNA: At any rate, we're going to learn some useful knowledge about Bulgaria in a quiz format.

The Republic of Bulgaria, by the way, is about one-third the size of Japan and has a population of 6.9 million. Let's start the quiz!

Bulgaria is known in Japan, of course, for its yogurt, but there are other specialties of Bulgaria that are well known throughout the world. What is the most typical one?

Staff: Please write your answers down and flip them!

RINA: No hints? Would we go "Ah!" if we asked for some?

TOMOMI: Would we know this??

Staff: It's something you would know, of course. You're used to going to Europe, so please picture Europe in your mind. It is a common thing.

HARUNA: What is it...

Staff: It's not a "building" or the like.

HARUNA: I have no idea...

Staff: Multiple answers are allowed!

MAMI: Can I write two or more?

Staff: Of course.

HARUNA: What? Why are there two?

MAMI: I'll write down everything I can think of.

HARUNA: What can you write that much about??

Staff: Picture Europe! It's something European.

HARUNA: Something European!?

Staff: Please answer all at once!

(*All of them flip their papers around)

HARUNA: I chose dishes, lamps, soap, and non-food items.

RINA: Cheese and wine.

TOMOMI: Financier, cheese, and chocolate.

MAMI: I wrote so many. Milk, cheese, butter, wheat, ham, water.

Staff: One of you has the correct answer.

All: Ohー! What is it?

TOMOMI: That means it's not cheese...

【Translated Summary】
『SCANDAL Catch up supported by Meiji Apollo』 - Episode 160

•The episode starts with this.

•RINA reads the next message from a listener whose message was read during episode 158 (the one whose message had to do with money). They say they were very happy to hear SCANDAL's advice and warm words, and their gf was happy to hear the listener's honest feelings as well as SCANDAL's kind words. They had a positive conversation on the phone and talked about how they should cherish their feelings for each other if they are planning to be together forever. They want to be a little more supportive of the gf's not-so-positive thoughts [about money], and they don't want to ever let her go. They say they're glad that SCANDAL is always there for their fans, even those in the minority, and listens to what they have to say. They say they are very excited they will be attending SCANDAL's concert in Sendai together. HARU comments how the listener sent in this message right away. RINA says that it seems like they found a path forward, and that she could feel the positivity even though the text. She also says that she thinks it's important for the two of them to talk about things head-on. HARU agrees that it's good to have a relationship where you can talk things out. The band then tries to decide how many items to give them. MAMI says to give them 60, which makes the others laugh. The staff then seems to tell them they don't have many left over after they already gave away a lot to the first listener. They then ask if they could send 20. The staff says to go lower. Next, they try 10. The staff still says to go lower. TOMO says to give them one of each. The others laugh. MAMI says they could give them two of each since there are two of them, which is OK'd.

•MAMI reads the next message from a listener who saw SCANDAL recently at the event held at Abenos Harukas in Osaka. They also mention how they discovered SCANDAL when they were 15 years old and are now 30 years old, which makes her feel like they grew up together. They talk about all the changes they've gone through, much like SCANDAL, and seeing how the band changes/evolves, they feel like it affirms that they can change/evolve too.  RINA says she's glad they're all of the same generation. HARU says that like how them being a fan hasn't changed, SCANDAL remains the same band at the core of what they do. They decide to give them two of each item as well. TOMO again says how they overdid it with the first listener.

•TOMO reads the next message from a listener writing in for the "GyouColle" (Gyoukaiyougo Collection = A collection of industry terms) segment. HARU goes, "What was GyouColle again??" RINA goes, "That segment's still alive?" MAMI says that all of them are technically still alive. The message starts off with a quiz: "What food is called 'marujuu' (丸十)? Those well versed in Japanese food might know it." TOMO asks if she should read the hints. MAMI asks if they would give away too much. TOMO says it doesn't, so they tell her to read them. The hints are that the listener works in the confectionery department of a supermarket, and that the food is a vegetable that is strongly associated with autumn. TOMO guesses right away that it's satsumaimo (sweet potato), which is the correct answer. The correct answer sound effect plays, which makes TOMO pause and go, "Eh, I got it right?" The staff says that it's called that because it's the family crest of the Satsuma Domain (maru = circle, 十; juu = 10; literally, 'the number 10 inside of a circle'). The band decides to send the listener 10 of each item, which is apparently barely doable.

•HARU reads the next message from a listener who says they'd like to visit Aichi Prefecture when COVID settles down and asks HARU and MAMI to give them recommendations. RINA laughs and says that MAMI has such an unpleasant look on her face. HARU sounds annoyed when she goes, "Please listen to past episodes of 'Catch up' for those!" RINA says they should go over them again. MAMI says that she doesn't really know what's going on in Nagoya right now, but she's been seeing a lot of people on Instagram have been posting about going around to different cafes in Aichi. She says how there's apparently some place that looks like a straw or barrel-looking house near Okazaki (a city about an hour outside of Nagoya). HARU goes, "What's with that?" MAMI says that she'll try to look it up. RINA says that they'll read the next message in the meantime.

•RINA reads the next message from a listener who is 16 years old and in their first year of high school. They're in their school's dance club and get nervous before an event or recital. They ask the band how to relax before performing in front of others. The band says that they still get nervous even now. RINA says that nervousness is a feeling that grows out of the desire to make that time important and to make it a success. That's why it's a good thing above all. HARU says that it means you're taking it seriously. RINA says that you can be nervous because of the feelings you put into it. HARU says that nervousness can be reduced if there's a strong bond between the students. They again say how they don't think being nervous is a bad thing, and that it means you're preparing for something with a high level of awareness. RINA thinks that it's a good idea not to be too rigid, but to push your body to the point where you can move without really being aware of your body's movements, so that you can be on stage. They wonder how many items to give them, and wonder how many people are on the team. RINA decides that there are perhaps four of them, so they will give them four of each item. She then goes, "There may be dozens on the team, but we're giving four of each item." MAMI says that she's still looking for that cafe.

•TOMO reads the next message from a listener who attended SCANDAL's Mystery Tours 2 event last year, which was a great opportunity for them to make some good friends who also love SCANDAL. Since the event, they've been doing all sorts of stuff together such as going to karaoke. There is one thing they've wondered about. They say that they've always dimmed the front of the room when doing karaoke and thought it was the normal thing to do, but when they went with their new SCANDAL friends, they were surprised when one person said to turn up the lights. They wondered if your preference has something to do with where you're from. They are from Kanto while the other person is from Hokkaido, for instance. They ask SCANDAL if they sing karaoke in the dark or in the light. The band seems to agree that they like it dark since it reminds them of a concert. They also think that the preference depends on the person rather than where they're from. MAMI then suddenly yells out, "I can't find it [the cafe]!" The others laugh and TOMO says that it's okay to give up. RINA wonders if MAMI actually dreamt about it instead. The band then decides to give two of each item to the listener.

•MAMI says that the cafe might not be in Okazaki after all. RINA says that she'd think that an offbeat cafe that is apparently shaped like a barrel would be easy to find. MAMI says that it might have been ranked as the most popular place to post about [in Aichi, I guess? lol] in 2022. HARU agrees that it seems like it should pop up right away. TOMO says that the place must be a mirage. A staffer then finds the cafe: Oasis Coffee located in Nagoya. They say that it looks like a really nice place. HARU says that there is one thing she'd like to recommend, which is fumanju. She says it's so delicious and would really like people from all over the country to try it. RINA asks if she (RINA) has ever tried it before. HARU says she doesn't think so, but she'll buy some for her next time. She mentions that there's a shop called Anpu-sankira near the entrance to the shinkansen entrance at the station. She says it's really good with a little bit of salt. They decide to give the listener two of each item. HARU says that they apparently gave out 126 items today. RINA wonders how the listeners are going to use them.

•They then close out the episode and say they have an announcement. They thank everyone for listening to this program and that it's been a fun three years being surrounded by Meiji sweets with Apollo on top of the list. HARU says that each band member will say a brief comment about Apollo or their favorite Meiji sweets.

•RINA: "To Macadamia Chocolate: Thank you so much for supporting me for three years with a wonderful amount of sugar and such a rich feeling. When I was ready to work hard again, I'd eat a piece and it would give me such power and support. Thank you so much for the past three years! Thank you very much!"

•TOMO: "To Yan Yan: Thank you so much for being there for me since I was little. We have spent these three years so closely together and made many memories. Yan Yan, don't ever forget me!"

•MAMI: "To Poifull: Thank you for spending three years with me. I was kind of surprised when I heard more hearts were added to your shapes, but I was so happy. I know your love has reached me. I look forward to seeing you again. I love you, Poifull!"

•HARU: "To Kinoko no Yama: I'm sorry for making you fight on your own, always calling it a kinoko vs. sato war. But in my opinion, Kinoko no Yama is number one. Thank you so much for the past three years!"

•They all clap and laugh after they finish reading their comments. HARU laughs that no one made one for Apollo. They then say that a new season of "Catch up" will start on April 3, 2023. They say to look forward to what kind of 'changes' the new season will have.

*As always, you can send in a message to the program here. I've made a guide as how to input your info and message for those who need assistance (click to enlarge):

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*A list of all episode summaries from ＃1-160 can be found here

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Since the program has been slightly renamed to 『SCANDAL Catch up supported by Meiji Bulgaria Yogurt』, all episodes after this one will now be posted in this thread!

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End of the fiscal year! A big giveaway special of program merch! There's an important announcement at the end!

Episode ＃160 blog

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HARUNA: This episode is: "SCANDAL Catch up! End of the fiscal year! A big giveaway of program merchs! Special!"

"Catch up" is celebrating its 3rd anniversary...
As it is the end of the fiscal year, we will introduce some of the messahes we have received from you guys and give away a lot of program merch (program stickers, guitar picks, etc.). We'll be putting out more and more items. If you are introduced this time, it means you are very lucky. So, let's get started!
 

Hiiragi
 
Hello, SCANDAL.
(I'm sure you don't remember me, but) I am the medical student who asked for advice on dreams and career paths in episode 104. I am sending this message to say thank you.

I was troubled by the gap between my dream of being involved in disaster medicine and being timid, and I couldn't stop crying when you told me that I don't have to feel inferior to my being timid, and that I'm not wrong for being confused right now. I had been obsessively thinking that I had to break away from my weak self, so I felt relieved.

I thought about what I was suited for and what I wanted to do, and decided to become a psychiatrist to take care of the mental health of the disaster victims. I passed the national examination, and from this April I will start working as a doctor at a hospital that is well suited for training in such a field.

I was able to reconstruct my dream from such a positive perspective because of the seriousness with which SCANDAL answered my questions. Thank you very much.

Sometimes I feel like I'm losing myself in a world where things are happening too fast, but the way you guys are enjoying change and continuing to make music freely is a compass and source of hope for me.

RINA: You worked hardー!

All: Congratulations!!

RINA: I'm so happy...

HARUNA: It's great that they found a new path for themselves.

TOMOMI: They found a wonderful path.

RINA: It's really wonderful.

HARUNA: I think it's a great confidence boost to have found another way to help people. It means that the path you thought you were on wasn't the wrong one.

RINA: It means you found a good answer on your own.

TOMOMI: Yes, let's give them 100 stickers!

HARUNA: They don't need that many!?

TOMOMI: They don't, huh...

RINA: Well, how many should we give??

MAMI: Let's give them all kinds. Program stickers, program guitar picks, and also Kyoukai-sen Kyoukai stickers!

RINA: A set - that's nice.

Staff: One of each?

MAMI: No, no, no, let's give them more. They worked hard, and they passed the national exam.

TOMOMI: Yeah, it's totally fine. Let's give them about 20 of each item!

MAMI: They can give them out to the people at the hospital.

HARUNA: That's a good idea.

TOMOMI: Have them put them at the reception of the hospital,

MAMI: FREE!?

HARUNA: Okay, then 20 of each.

RINA: I didn't know we were going to have such a big giveaway at this level!? That's more than I expected...

SCANDAL @ TikTok LIVE at SAIZEN - March 29

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For those who missed it, the live will be rebroadcasted on SCANDAL's TikTok on April 6 from 8 pm JST.

1. Saishuuheiki, Kimi
   
2. A.M.D.K.J.
   
3. Take Me Out
   
4. Departure
   
5. HARUKAZE
   
6. Awanai Tsumori no, Genki de ne
   
7. Shunkan Sentimental
   
8. one more time

TOMOMI: 「Everyone who watched our TikTok Live, thanks so much!
We'd love to see you again on our tour🫶🫶🫶」

HARUNA: 「The TikTok LIVE was so much fun🫶
We hope to continue to enjoy the online and in-person experiences in many different ways!
I want to make our tour next month even better🥰」

【Translated Summary】
『SCANDAL Catch up supported by Meiji Apollo』 - Episode 159

•The episode starts with this.

•TOMO reads the next message from a listener: "When we first met, I was able to say this as a matter of course, but now I can't get the words out. But I want you to remember to tell me. If possible, I'll do my best to answer first, not last. So please give it a listen: Hey! Teacher." The band laughs at this. A staffer says this was about how the band constantly forgets to say the phrase when a message from a teacher is read on the show. MAMI jokes that they're reprimanding the band in a roundabout way, which makes the others laugh.

•RINA starts reading the next message from a listener but laughs before she can really say anything. The others wonder what's up, and RINA goes, "What's up with this person's radio name?? I can't read it!" She then reads the name, which sounds like "Sweets Kyuuinki" (inhaling sweets). They laugh and wonder if this person likes sweets a lot. RINA then reads the message: "I believe that everyone suffers from the difference between their own values and those of those around them. But it's a wonderful thing to be true to yourself! No matter what the situation is, you should go forward as you feel. I hope this song will give you a push forward. Give it a listen: Smental Nanka Buttobase (Sending Smentals Flying; a riff off of SCANDAL's song "Scandal Nanka Buttobase" [Sending Scandals Flying])." RINA says that Sweets Kyuuinki is a good name, which makes the others laugh. They say that it's a good song title. TOMO says that it would mean that the Smental segment would be gone. RINA goes, "We mustn't send it flying," making them laugh.

•MAMI is to read the next message, and before she does, she gets surprised and says how this person also made up an album of "Song titles that sound like they could be SCANDAL songs," with 12 songs in total. She says this person also indicated which songs have music videos, and even which are tie-in songs. The band is surprised at the latter and wonder what they could be. MAMI seems to look at what the tie-in songs are a part of, and goes, "Wow, thanks for having such confidence in us!" As MAMI starts to read what the lead song is, HARU asks what the title of the album is. MAMI says that there isn't one. HARU and TOMO are surprised and go, "There isnt'?!" TOMO goes, "They should have thought about that!"

•MAMI lists the first song, which is the lead one and features lyrics by RINA, music by MAMI: "Fiesta!" They all agree that that sounds like a possible song of theirs. The second song features the same songwriters, titled "Kireigoto Distortion" (Ideal Distortion). They also say this sounds possible. The third song is a single written by MAMI: "Mikansei Kansei" (Incomplete Completion). The others go, "Ah..." The fourth song is written by HARU: "Setsuna" (Momentary). They laugh hard at this and say it sounds HARU-like. HARU goes, "I don't like it!", which the others laugh at. She keeps saying that she doesn't like it. MAMI laughs and goes, "Sounds like she doesn't like it." The fifth song features the RINA/MAMI songwriting duo again, and MAMI guesses could have been written at the same time as the second song: "Yon-mai-goto Compressor" (A Compressor for Every 4 Sheets). This doesn't really get a reaction from the others (probably because it's weird and doesn't make sense lol). The sixth song features vocals, lyrics, and music from TOMO: "Jellyfish." TOMO says, "Yes, I wrote that song," which the others laugh a little at.

•The seventh song is a single with lyrics by HARU, music by TOMO: "Kimi to Mita Shikisai" (The Colors I Saw With You). The others laugh. HARU is surprised is supposed to be a single. The eighth song features lyrics and music by RINA: "Kokoro Dake Yorisotte." (Only Our Hearts Are Getting Closer). RINA goes, "Only our hearts are getting closer. Our bodies are far away," which makes everyone laugh. The ninth song features lyrics by RINA, music by TOMO: "Meltykiss" (in reference to the Meiji sweet of the same name). MAMI goes, "You guys wrote it, right?" They say that they did. The 10th song is written by MAMI and titled "Singing Ringing." RINA laughs and says that the rhythm of the title sounds nice. MAMI goes, "'Ring!Ring!Ring!'?", perhaps trying to connect it to their past song. The 11th song MAMI says is a complicated one, and is a single featuring lyrics by HARU+RINA, music by MAMI+TOMO. The band is impressed with the setup of who wrote the song and says it's a very cooperative one. TOMO says that's sounds like a difficult method of writing a song. The title is "Kansei na Finale" (A Complete Finale). RINA laughs and goes, "Ah, I'm glad we finished it." But then they realize that the "kansei" is supposed to mean "cheering" (歓声), which would then make the title "A Cheerful Finale." The 12th and final song is a physical CD-only track: "SCANDAL ACTION."

•MAMI says that the songs with MVs are the single songs (Fiesta!, Mikansei Kansei, Kimi to Mita Shikisai), plus "Kansei na Finale." Also, "Meltykiss" is used in a commercial for Meiji. The band laughs hard at this and says that's awesome. Also, "Fiesta" is used as a theme song for a daytime news program. This also makes the others laugh hard. The "Kimi to Mita Shikisai" song is used as a movie theme song. They also say that's great. TOMO says that they'll write this song if they get an offer to do a movie theme song. "Mikansei Kansei" is a theme song for a sci-fi anime. MAMI then reads that "Kansei na Finale" is the theme song for the Tokyo Olympics, which surprises the band and makes them laugh. They say the tour in support of this album would be amazing. HARU goes, "Think of a title for this album, would you?!"

•HARU reads the next message from a listener who also submits a fake album of 11 songs. The title is "Pale Green," which makes them go, "How do they know about that??" They say that the band has been in a 'green' mood lately. The first song is called "Hitoshizuku" (A Drop of Water), with lyrics+music by RINA. RINA says that sounds pretty. The second song is a single called "Backstep," with lyrics by RINA, music by MAMI. They laugh and say that sounds like a dancy single. The third song is called "Kibun = Tenkiame" (Mood = Sunshower), with lyrics by RINA, music by MAMI. RINA says it sounds like a ONE OK ROCK title, which makes them all laugh. The fourth song is "Eye Contact," with MAMI on lead vocals and lyrics+music by MAMI. TOMO says that sounds probable. The fifth song is "Minus 1%," with TOMO on lead vocals and lyrics+music by TOMO. TOMO says that sounds possible, and RINA says that sounds like the title of song you'd want to listen to. The sixth song is "Me Collage," with RINA on lead vocals and lyrics by RINA, music by MAMI. The seventh song is "Twins Rule," with lyrics by RINA and music by TOMO. The eighth song is "Futarigoto" (Soliloquy for Two), with lyrics by TOMO+RINA and music by TOMO. TOMO says that sounds possible. HARU points out how the songs go from "Twins Rule" to "Futarigoto." The ninth song is "Moon River Poolside," with lyrics+music by HARU. They say it sounds cool. The 10th song is "Matataita" (Twinkling). The 11th and final song is a secret bonus track called "Sono Naru Hou e" (Towards That Direction), with lyrics+music by RINA. The band says this was a really good album and that they made sure that every member sang and wrote songs. RINA says it's very close to how SCANDAL is right now. They again say how this segment is over for now, but to still send in any messages for it if something comes to mind.

•They then close out the episode. Before they do, though, HARU reads one last message from a listener who is writing in regarding Meiji. They say that there's a Meiji factory in their hometown of Fujieda City in Shizuoka Prefecture. The unique symbol for Meiji sweets made there is "+5," and ask SCANDAL if there are any Meiji sweets with that number in front of them. They also mention how they immediately raised their hand when SCANDAL asked at BEST Xmas who had come from the Tokai region, but when they later talked about which region Mie Prefecture is part of, and that it's part of Tokai, they as a Shizuoka resident wondered where Shizuoka fit in. However, since the Meiji factory in Shizuoka is called the "Tokai factory," they say that Shizuoka can also be included as part of the Tokai region. The band laughs and MAMI goes, "On the contrary, is it okay for Shizuoka to join it?" HARU says that depending on their location in it, some probably think it's part of Tokai and some probably think it's part of Kansai. TOMO says that Shizuoka is a pretty wide prefecture, after all. She mentions that when she goes back to her hometown via car, a large portion is spent driving through Shizuoka. She also says that they should cut it in half. The band then checks their Meiji sweets to see if any are from that factory. After looking for a few minutes, they do happen to find some Galbo chocolates that are from there.

*As always, you can send in a message to the program here. I've made a guide as how to input your info and message for those who need assistance (click to enlarge):

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*A list of all episode summaries can be found here

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SCANDAL @ Hump Back pre. “tour tour tour 2023″

Sendai GIGS - March 26, 2023

1. A.M.D.K.J.
   
2. Shunkan Sentimental
   
3. Saishuuheiki, Kimi
   
4. Shoujo S
   
5. one more time
   
6. Tonight
   
7. Platform Syndrome
   
8. Awanai Tsumori no Genki de ne
   
9. Take Me Out
   
10. SCANDAL BABY

Hump Back: 「3.26 at Sendai GIGS
Hump Back pre. "tour tour tour 2023"

Hump Back
SCANDAL

We seriously love SCANDAL!
Really! Lov
E!!!!!
Thanks so much!
Sendai, too! We love you🫶」

TOMOMI: 「Hump Back pre. "tour tour tour 2023" at Sendai GIGS

Getting to play these two concerts together was so awesome
I'm sad it's over!

Let's go to karaoke ASAP and sing Morning Musume. songs」

HARUNA: 「Hump Back pre. "tour tour tour 2023"
Sendai GIGS🫶
An awesome night overflowing with happiness! It was so much fun〜!
So happy to have met Hump Back!
Again, thanks so much for these two performances Love」

TOMOMI: 「PikaTomo」

SCANDAL: 「【Thank you】
2023.03.26
Hump Back pre. "tour tour tour 2023" at Sendai GIGS

Thank you so much, Sendai!
SCANDAL will be back at Sendai GIGS on our own tour on 4/15 (Sat)! First-timers too, please come and see us!

Again, thanks so much to Hump Back for inviting us to Akita & Sendai!」

SCANDAL @ Hump Back pre. “tour tour tour 2023″

Akita club SWINDLE - March 24, 2023

1. Shunkan Sentimental
   
2. Flashback No.5
   
3. Take Me Out
   
4. HARUKAZE
   
5. Awanai Tsumori no Genki de ne
   
6. one more time
   
7. Koe
   
8. Image
   
9. A.M.D.K.J.
   
10. SCANDAL BABY

TOMOMI: 「Hump Back pre. "tour tour tour 2023" at Akita club SWINDLE

We really do love Hump Back
We want to see them once a week
Thanks for inviting us🫶

Thank you as well to everyone who created this passionate night with us
It was such a great time!
I'd love to come back to Akita〜〜〜」

HARUNA: 「Hump Back pre. "tour tour tour 2023"
Akita Club SWINDLE‍
Thank you to Hump Back for inviting us.
They were so cool today too! I fall more in love every time I watch them!
You guys who came out were awesome, too. I'm glad we got to see each other!
Thanks for the great night🫶 Can't wait for Sendai next〜!」

SCANDAL: 「【Thank you】
2023.03.24
Hump Back pre. "tour tour tour 2023" at Akita club SWINDLE

Our first time in Akita in ages!
All of your singing voices were awesome!

Hump Back, thanks so much for letting us return to Akita!」

MAMI: 「Hump Back pre. "tour tour tour 2023"@ Akita clubSWINDLE
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Thank you to Hump Back for inviting us🥹🫶
This was our first time in Akita in six years
We all had kiritanpo at the after-partyyyyy and devoured it
Hump Back's words and music resonate so strongly that you'll find yourself in tears during their performance🥲
Thanks for the amazing night🫶
Can't wait for tomorrow's show in Sendai Best regards」

Sendai GIGS
Theme：RINA

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We played in Sendai yesterday.
It was fun,,, It was awesome,,,
I want to feel like this
Time and time again when we go on stage

Thank you as well to our fans who came out
From all over the place in spite of the bad weather.
Best regards from here on out, too!

Joint-band shows are simply stimulating◎
During the MCs where we talk about things that we wouldn't talk about while we're eating,
And we say things to each other that make each other happy,
Which gives us energy,
And we each move forward to a different city

We don't usually play concerts before a tour,
But we wanted to do these because of Hump Back︎
They're a wonderful band.
I'm so happy they invited us!
Thanks!






Our tour's also almost here!
Seriously, come out!

https://eplus.jp/sf/word/0000031582


RINA

2023/3/27 19:36

Spoiler:

Akita Club SWINDLE
Theme：RINA

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Yesterday was our first concert in Akita
In 6? years!

Thank you to Hump Back
For inviting us to play on their joint-band tour〜!
Thank you to everyone who had fun with us〜!
More than half were seeing us for the first time︎
I'd be happy if you took a fancy to us◎

It's also been so, so long since we played a live music club
Where we've been so close to the audience, and it made us all tingly.
It's an excitement that you can't experience anywhere else.



We all did radio calisthenics before the concert〜



It seems to be a custom of theirs◎



It's interesting to learn about the routines other bands have



Thanks so much!



We're in Sendai now.
Tomorrow's the concert at GIGS.
It seems like there will be same-day tickets available,
So if you're suddenly free! Please come out.


RINA

2023/3/25 16:09

Spoiler:

On March 29 from 8 pm JST, SCANDAL will be doing a live performance on their TikTok account as part of the "TikTok LIVE at SAIZEN" series!

This TikTok LIVE is part of the "TikTok LIVE at SAIZEN" series, which started in April 2022.

The only ticket available is the first ticket: "TICKET No. 001."

The concept of this live-streaming project is to bring the excitement of a live performance, which can be felt only in a special place called "the front row" (最前; saizen), to the screen.

TOMOMI says, "I'd love to be praised!!" for the band name "SCANDAL" that was chosen by the four of them

Episode ＃159 blog

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HARUNA: We're doing that segment this time!

All: ...??

HARUNA: Song titles that sound like they could be SCANDAL songs!

RINA: I didn't know this segment was still alive...

HARUNA: Yes, it is. Various segments are disappearing here and there.

RINA: Maybe it was on the verge of extinction...

HARUNA: The content remains the same. We ask the listeners to come up with song titles that sound like they could be SCANDAL songs, starting with an intro to the song. We've received a lot of submissions, but...we'll be wrapping it up with this.

RINA: So it's the final one.

HARUNA: So let's get started.

Takepiyo

From the time we started the band and up until the present,
This is a song that expresses our determination and resolve for the future.
Give it a listen:

SCANDAL ZERO

All: Ohー!

TOMOMI: It's like episode zero.

All: It also means that you've never had a "scandal," in the original sense of the word.

TOMOMI: Ahー! Meaning that SCANDAL has never had a scandal.

HARUNA: So that's what it is...

MAMI: It is...

HARUNA: Indeed, there hasn't been one.

RINA: Ahー! Like we've never been photographed by weekly magazines and such.

MAMI: Yeah, they're talking about that kind of scandal, right?

TOMOMI: Yes, but I'd love to be praised for that.

RINA: Isn't there a Guinness record for that type of thing? Should we apply for that Guinness World Record?

MAMI: That record is going to really be updated...

HARUNA: Like, "A band with no scandals."

RINA: ...but it must have been fate that led us to having this band name. It's a band name that can only be given by four people who can live this way of life.

TOMOMI: In our early days, people would often tell us to be careful because if anything happened, others would be like, "They say SCANDAL causes scandals."

RINA: Yeah, that's true.

TOMOMI: "Not anymore"...you know.

RINA: "Not anymore"! Yeah, we can afford to live a normal life.

TOMOMI: There aren't even any rumors surrounding us.

HARUNA: No one tells us to be careful.

RINA: Because we haven't done anything wrong.

MAMI: Yeah, we haven't.

RINA: Interesting--this is a strong song.

MAMI: It's deep if you know the meaning.

TOMOMI: It kind of has a finality to it.

Performance, nighttime
Theme：RINA

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A full day of rehearsals
We continued to perform into the night
We all did a great jobbbb︎ Whew〜
This month we have two joint-band concerts.
Also, we have a new announcement tomorrow



Today, I wore this DAISY long-sleeve t-shirt
That I just received︎
I bought all of the types for myself this time too♡ So happy♡
I'll wear them throughout the spring!

They've started shipping
To everyone in order〜◎
Please wait a little longer until your order arrives!

Whether it's music, clothes, or words,
It makes me happy when something I made with great care reaches people.
It's a feeling I can't quite put into words.
All the things I've left behind
Are certain things,
So I pray that they'll be passed on to someone properly,
No matter what the timing.



△
This VINTAGE NATURAL one that I wore today
Will be sold out in all sizes after the last 3 XLs are sold

https://daisyproject.official.ec/items/71436047



△
There are 2 XLs in ASH GRAY left.

https://daisyproject.official.ec/items/71436015



It's finally time to say the early bird gets the worm.
Don't miss it♡


RINA

2023/3/21 20:31

Spoiler:

【Translated Summary】
『SCANDAL Catch up supported by Meiji Apollo』 - Episode 158

•The episode starts with this.

•TOMO reads the next message from a male listener who says that they're in love with a junior colleague of the same sex. They've been trying to forget about him, but they really can't at all. They recently heard that he might be moving away for a new job. They ask SCANDAL to help them forget about him. TOMO then says that she'll read another message from another listener. They also happen to be a male listener in love with another junior colleague of the same sex. Every time they see him, they fall even more in love. However, they're in a lot of pain because of this one-sided love. They also ask SCANDAL how they can forget about him.

•RINA says that she can tell they're very caring, kind people, and that they're trying to get to a place where they're trying to work out what's happening within them. She also says that it's miraculous how they both found people that they like. TOMO says that the first listener should just go ahead and tell the guy since the guy might be moving away for a new job. If he really wants to forget the guy, then he can take the first step in doing so. Even if it doesn't work out, he might be able to forget about it since they'll then be far away from each other. MAMI says that she thinks if they want to forget about someone you like, then telling them your feelings could be a good way to do so. TOMO says that if you don't tell them, you'll keep thinking about it and will be stuck in a rut. MAMI seems to talk in the pretense that the listener(s) told the people they like and were possibly rejected, and that it might make things awkward between them after. HARU says that if they tell them their honest feelings, they probably will understand them. They all say that it's probably best to tell the people they like what they feel about them. RINA says that if they could convey that they care about them in a way that includes how they feel, it might get through to them.

•MAMI says that My Melody (the Sanrio character) would probably say to tell your feelings to the treasure box in your heart, and no matter what the result is, if you keep those feelings in the treasure box then they'll keep shining. HARU giggles in the background and RINA says that those are some nice things to say. TOMO says that My Melody really helps you out in your 30s. HARU goes, "Have we talked about this topic on this program before?" MAMI says they haven't, which makes HARU laugh. HARU says that MAMI's addicted to Sanrio right now, and it probably surprised their listeners to suddenly hear about MyMelo all of a sudden. MAMI says that she loves listening to "My Melody's Secret Room" radio program and listens to it every week. She goes, "Maybe those two [the listeners that sent in the messages] should try listening to it." TOMO agrees that they should. MAMI says that MyMelo's mindset is really something and her vocabulary is so impressive that it'll make you see things in a positive light, so she'd love for people to listen to the program. TOMO asks the two listeners to listen to it, which makes them all laugh.

•RINA reads the next message from a listener whose message was read during episode 140 (the first one) about how they started listening to SCANDAL because of their girlfriend. They say that they've known each other for 3 years and have been dating for 2 years, and are currently in a semi long-distance relationship. They see each other at least twice a month, talk to each other almost every day, and get along well. They do fight occasionally, and lately they've been fighting a lot about their future. The listener works in the medical field while the gf works at a corporation. The other day the gf said that she's paid a low salary and doesn't have much money saved. The listener is hoping to have enough money so that they won't struggle to make ends meet. The listener heard from their parents that they fought about money after getting married, which makes the listener think that it is better to have money saved up. The listener loves the gf, and the gf loves the listener. They don't want to leave the gf, but they sometimes worry that they'll have a hard time financially if the laws change and they're able to get married (they're both women, and same-sex marriage is still not recognized in Japan). They hate that they're weak-willed and how they can't say anything to reassure the gf. They ask SCANDAL if they should continue to put love first in their relationship.

•Both TOMO and MAMI say that that's fine. MAMI says that though money may be a concern as well, feeling love is the most important thing. It would be very heart-breaking to break off the relationship due to just money issues. TOMO says that things are fine as they are if they're okay with staying together with little money, or if they want to live a more abundant way of life together, there are different ways of changing that, including finding new employment. She also says that the most important thing is that they love each other, so it would be kind of sad to break up over money. She thinks there are many ways to go about things. RINA says that it seems like they're trying to be realistic about things since they're looking at things in the long term. They're thinking of these things right now because they're considering things seriously, and something like staying together for life is a difficult thing to do. TOMO says that they're not thinking of breaking up at all. RINA says that being able to talk about money isn't something you can really talk about unless you've reached a certain level with someone, even in a relationship. If you both understand each other and want to stay together, then you should talk about it. MAMI says they should find something positive to do. If that's not realistic, then try to think of other ways to make things better a little at a time. If their relationship is strong enough to the point where they're worried about money, it might be a good idea to try and work together and do what they can do. HARU says it's a matter of what the gf is going to do. She's okay with how things are now, so it's also important for the listener to find out how to reassure her when she's worried. They basically say to reassure the gf how they feel and discuss what they should do to be able to be in this together.

•MAMI reads the next message from a listener whose message was read during episode 151 (the first one) about how they met someone at SCANDAL's anniversary event and are dating them now. On the day they submitted this new message (January 25), they had a meal and listened to the episode together. They say it was embarrassing to hear their message being read, but as a SCANDAL fan they couldn't be happier. The band gets all excited and MAMI goes, "You listened to it together?? Oh my god!" RINA says that that sounds like fun. HARU goes, "Wait, but they couldn't have known their message was read until they listened to the episode, right?" RINA says that maybe they listened to it together because it was read (as in they had already listened to it on their own, but then they listened to it together after that). MAMI says that it's so awesome that they listened to it over a meal. A staffer says something in the background, which makes HARU go, "Oh, katsudon, perhaps?" (since it contains the word "katsu" 勝つ, which means "to win"), while MAMI laughs. They keep going, "That's so nice!" TOMO says that that's the only thing they've been saying, and don't really have anything special to say, which makes the others laugh.

•They then close out the episode. HARU mentions the increase in messages about love advice. RINA goes, "Love is a pretty tough thing!" HARU says that this makes her think once more about how everyone worries about love, and apparently there are a lot of people worrying among their listeners. She says to send in a message to them if there's something troubling you and can't figure it out on your own. RINA says that even if the band can't fully answer something, it's nice to be able to talk about different topics and to let people know that others do worry about the same kinds of things that they do. MAMI says that there are a lot of things that'll make you feel better after getting them off your chest, and to please send in any messages like that as well.

*As always, you can send in a message to the program here. I've made a guide as how to input your info and message for those who need assistance (click to enlarge):

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*A list of all episode summaries can be found here

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#front-page #catchup

Taking photos
Theme：RINA

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Today, the four of us took photos of us wearing our tour merch︎
The merch is adorable this time too, if I do say so myself...
We're thrilled every time
We see everyone wearing our merch
And excitedly coming out to the venues

My personal favorite item this time
Is this key case, perhapsー?
Exquisitely colored and has a luxurious and elegant finish.
Merch that you can use
For a long time after a concert is nice◎

We'll be posting the photos of us modeling the merch soon, so please wait a bit·͜-
Look forward to them!

As for the tour tickets, the finale in Tokyo is sold out.
Thank you so much for making time in your busy schedules.
Tickets for the other venues are also on sale︎

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https://eplus.jp/sf/word/0000031582


RINA

2023/3/20 19:31

Spoiler:

Starting up again
Theme：RINA

It's teeter-tottering period right now, getting warmer then getting colder,
And occasionally raining.
A mellow spring will come around
After the turning point of these unstable seasons...!

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Yesterday,
General sales for our spring tour started.
Did you guys get some tickets? How about it?



This season gives us the opportunity
To start something, end something,
Meet, part, and restart
Coming back to life over and over again
Realigning our sights over and over again



These will definitely be some days you'll never forget
These will definitely be some times that you'll feel you needed
Holding many feelings in your heart,
Please come and be set free!
If you don't come and see us, we won't be able to see you︎

▽

https://eplus.jp/sf/word/0000031582


RINA

2023/3/19 15:17

Spoiler:

Tomorrow...
Theme：RINA

Here's a photo from when we shot the music video [for "Line of sight"] the other day.
I'm sure everyone will be pleased with the video,
And after a lot of thought and planning by the team,
It looks like it'll end up being a video filled with scenes
That will make you feel good◎
It'll be released closer to when the CD comes out? I think,
So please look forward to it〜!

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Also...
Starting from 10 am JST tomorrow,
Tickets for our tour will go on sale to the public...!
The day is finally here...!

There will most likely be
Venues that will sell out right away,
So please make sure to check out the sale tomorrow︎
Aah, I really can't wait for the tourー!

Since this tour isn't in support of an album,
We have a lot of freedom to do what we want for the setlists,
And most importantly, vocalizing will be allowed?
I think I'm already feeling more than I ever imagined for sure.
Whether it's your first time or your first time in a while,
If you're unsure, choose to come out
And let's have a good time together so you won't regret it!
Seeing each other is not at all a matter of course.
The temperature is also amazing during spring tours◎
Best regards!



※Bonus



It's been a little over a week
Since the new DAISY PROJECT items went on sale,
And I'm so happy that they're a big hit, even more so than usual.
Thank you.
We will keep everyone's feelings and actions in mind
And connect your feelings and actions to donations.



The most popular item is this long-sleeve t-shirt,
Which is ordered by far the most every day
It's sold out in S / M,
And there are three left in L.
There are also only a few left in XL.
Those interested in it, please get one while you can︎
Thanks.

▽

https://daisyproject.official.ec/items/71436047


Thank you for your hard work this week♡


RINA

2023/3/17 16:38

Spoiler:

Line of sight
Theme：RINA

Our new song "Line of sight"
Was released online yesterday!
Getting many happy responses make me very happy.
Thank you so much.
Music is only in its fullest form when it reaches the audience,
And that response becomes the band's new engine.
I'd be happy if you guys could keep sharing
Your thoughts on it via social media.
Hope you enjoy it for a long time.

And...
We also unveiled some new info...!
On May 10, our 28th Single 「Line of sight」
Will be released on CD!
The B-side song is also a cool one◎

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The CD release is already now a big event
And will be fun︎
This is the first time since establishing "her"
That we ourselves appear on the CD covers!



△
Regular Edition with just the songs



△
CD+Merch Edition
That includes the songs
And a special bonus in collaboration with "Mobile Suit Gundam Arsenal Base"



△
Limited Editions
That include the songs and a fun video
About the four of us taking a drive somewhere (There's a DVD Edition, and a Blu-ray Edition)



You can preorder them here,
So please choose any that you'd like
And keep it with you︎

▽

https://www.her-label.com/Lineofsight/


Thank you!


RINA

2023/3/16 17:38

Spoiler:

Is it strange to not fall in love? HARUNA says to the listener feeling uneasy about love, "You don't have to fall in love like everyone else."

Episode ＃158 blog

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HARUNA: This week...we'll be reading lots of messages.

Rira

I have never been in love before. I still have no desire to fall in love with anyone.

I used to watch romance dramas. Somehow I saw falling in love with someone and taking special care of someone as things that happen because it's a drama series.

But now that I'm older and learned that I don't fall in love, I've realized that when I watch romance dramas, it's not that they're special cases--it's that I'm different, and that I can neither sympathize nor agree with the drama.

Because I don't know, I'd like to know if there is a fine line between the feeling of being special to someone, and the feeling of being in love.

When I watch romance dramas, I feel lonely and empty because I don't understand them, but that's why I'm so interested in them.

SCANDAL, do you think that love exists and is possible because it crosses that borderline?

HARUNA: This one is regarding love advice.

RINA: I think that it can be assumed that dramas are works of fiction, but if you ask if it's happening to a lot of people in real life, I don't think it's equal. However, I do think that dramatic things like grand romance do happen. I don't think it's possible to make a blanket statement on this.

HARUNA: I don't know if there's a borderline between the feeling that someone is especially important to you, and the feeling of being in love...

RINA: This is difficult to answer.

HARUNA: We talked about this before, but I think it's similar to the difference between love and romance...

RINA: You might feel lonely wondering if you have any romantic feelings for someone, but it's possible that you haven't met the right person. Also, asexuality is a trait that some people have where they don't experience romantic feelings. Perhaps you have that trait, but that doesn't mean it's strange at all. I don't want you to blame yourself.

MAMI: We don't live our lives with boundaries in mind. That's why I think it's better not to think too hard about it. The more you keep thinking about whether these feelings mean that you're in love with someone, or whether it's different from not romantically liking someone, the more you'll feel like you're stuck between the two and unable to choose either... That might be what it feels like.

TOMOMI: Not all love is dramatic, so I think there are some romantic feelings that are very difficult to recognize. There may be times when a person you love and care for as a friend develops new feelings for someone else. You may not notice it by an obvious trigger, but rather by a gradual change that is difficult to notice. I think there are cases where there are no boundaries.

HARUNA: I think there are many people who feel the same way as Rira. I think there are types of people who don't take pleasure in being devoted, or wanting to touch and be touched. A little bit of love can be an uplifting feeling. Just because you are in love doesn't mean you have to have physical contact. If you meet someone with similar values, it might be more liberating. I don't think you have to fall in love like everyone else.

"Line of sight" will officially be released as a physical single on May 10, and will be available in 4 editions (CD, CD+Blu-ray, CD+DVD, CD+Merch)!


Preorder from CDJapan

28th Single Line of sight will be released on May 10!

"Line of sight" is SCANDAL's first new single in about a year since studio album MIRROR was released in January 2022.

The song was written as the theme song for the arcade card game "Mobile Suit Gundam Arsenal Base LINXTAGE."

The new release will be available in four formats:

1. CD+Merch Edition: Comes with a "Mobile Suit Gundam Arsenal Base" Bandai Namco Passport
   
2. CD+Blu-ray Edition
   
3. CD+DVD Edition
   
4. Regular (CD-only) Edition
   

The Namco Bandai Passport is a card-type storage medium that can be used to store play data during gameplay, and features an original collaboration design made for this work.

The Blu-ray and DVD Editions will also include a bonus video featuring the members that was filmed especially for this single!

【Release Information】

SCANDAL New Single "Line of sight" - May 10, 2023
https://www.her-label.com/Lineofsight/


Tracklisting:
"Line of sight" plus one B-side song, for a total of two songs




■CD+Merch Edition with SCANDAL × "Mobile Suit Gundam Arsenal Base" Namco Bandai passport | VIZL-2182 - 3,300 yen





■Blu-ray Edition (CD+Blu-ray) with special footage | VIZL-2183 - 2,750 yen
■DVD Edition (CD+DVD) with special footage | VIZL-2184 - 2,750 yen





■Regular Edition (CD) VICL-37673 - 1,100 yen

【Chain-specific original bonuses】

• SCANDAL MANIA members only: Original clear plastic file
  
• TOWER RECORDS: CD cover sticker A
  
• HMV: CD cover sticker B
  
• TSUTAYA RECORDS: CD cover sticker C
  
• SCANDAL supporting stores (includes CDJapan): CD cover sticker D
  
• Amazon Japan: Mega album cover
  

"Line of sight" Single Lyrics

Kana:

Kana:

【Translated Summary】
『SCANDAL Catch up supported by Meiji Apollo』 - Episode 157

•The episode starts with this. RINA asks what letter it starts with. The staff says "G." TOMO answers "Amethyst" (?? lol), which makes the others laugh. It's wrong, of course. RINA goes, "Did this turn into gemstone names??" HARU asks the staff if they could guess it if they told them what it starts off with, which the staff agrees to and says it starts with "Ga." The band laughs and goes, "It's gotta be Gaspard!" The staff reminds them that Gaspard ranked 9th. After a beat, MAMI answers "Gabriel," which is the correct answer. They all go, "Ahh!" and clap. RINA and TOMO go, "Impressive!" MAMI goes, "Gabriel's an angel, right?" The others agree, and HARU says she thinks she's heard of that before. RINA says that none of their European staff are named Gabriel. MAMI seems to look up the angel Gabriel and reads a few things about it, plus the names of a few other angels (Raphael, Uriel, etc.). HARU says that they all have an "-iel" name. The staff says that an odd thing is that "Gabriel" is also 8th on the girls' name list (but of course that's spelled as "Gabrielle" - there's no distinction in spelling between the two in Japanese, which is probably why they do not mention it). HARU says that a popular baby names list comes out in Japan as well, and says that them doing the same kind of list in Paris makes it feel like it's a bit Japanese-like (even though I'm pretty sure every country does this?? lol).

•RINA wonders what the top names in Japan are right now. A staffer goes, "What are they?" and the quiz sound effect plays, as if it's supposed to be a quiz question (and it actually does turn into one lol). They laugh at this. TOMO guesses "Aoi." HARU says that she often sees "Hina" as a girl's name. RINA says she also sees ones like "Hana" and even "Haruna." MAMI says that "Tsumugi" is also a popular one. Another one they say is "Mugi." MAMI says that she feels that a lot of names that consist of two Japanese characters are popular. Their director seems to say that they already said what one of the current most popular name is for boys. TOMO guesses "Haruto," which is incorrect. She then guesses "Aoi." He says something else, which makes them then guess "Ao," which is correct. RINA says that that's a nice name. Apparently, it's in third place. MAMI says that her friend's baby's name is Ao. TOMO mentions Tsumugi again, which apparently ranks ninth. MAMI asks the staff if they've already said the first place girl name, which the staff says they haven't. RINA guesses "Sakura" (*bzzt). MAMI guesses "Tsuyu" (*bzzt). TOMO guesses "Hina," even though it's been said before, and then guesses "Hime" (*bzzt). HARU says that she thinks that Hina does seem to be popular. Their director says that Hina is in sixth place, but the first place name does start with "Hi." TOMO then guesses "Hinata" (*bzzt). MAMI guesses "Hima" (*bzzt). TOMO guesses "Himari," which is the correct answer. She says that it gives off a warm feeling (maybe since it contains 'hi,' which means 'the sun'; or becauce it's close to 'himawari,' the word for 'sunflower'). The band says that this ranking was interesting.

•HARU reads the next message from a 37-year-old listener from Brazil who is writing in for the "Life before SCANDAL" segment, and who happened to ask earlier on SH what the title of the segment is in Japanese. They say that they used to listen to L'Arc-en-Ciel, ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, Chatmonchy, etc., and that SCANDAL has been by their side during difficult times these past 10 years. They say that they're planning to go to SCAFES in 2026, which confuses the band (since SCAFES was their 10th anniversary event). TOMO goes, "We never said we have plans to hold another SCAFES," which makes them all laugh. MAMI goes, "But he has plans to go to it...", which makes them laugh again. HARU mentions that the listener is close in age to the band, so it makes sense that their former favorite bands were L'arc, AKFG, etc.

•The next quiz question is asked:

Carnival, the world-famous midsummer festival, took place last month in Rio. Rio = Rio de Janeiro, the second largest city in Brazil.

What does Rio de Janeiro mean in Portuguese?

•RINA guesses "Taiyou no Machi (City of the Sun)" (*bzzt). MAMI guesses "Mizu no Miyako (City of Water)" (*bzzt). RINA goes, "Wait a minute - we're all thinking of Parque Espana," which makes them all laugh. HARU goes, "It's because it's also Portuguese." A staffer seems to go, "Is that right?" HARU then thinks about it for a second and goes, "Oh, it's Spain." TOMO then goes, "Taiyou to uta motomete... (Seeking the sun and songs)", which are lyrics to Parque Espana's theme song. They all laugh and the buzzer is sounded. Their director seemingly says that a hint is that "Rio" is describing that belongs to "de Janiero." HARU wonders what "rio" means. RINA says that once they hear it, they'll all be like, "Oh yeah." HARU asks if they're close to it with what they've said so far. The staff says they're surprisingly going in the right direction. MAMI guesses "Jounetsu no Senshi (Warriors of Passion)" (*bzzt), which she and the others laugh at. RINA asks if the word "sun" is in it. The staff says no. They're surprised at this and feel like it would be in it. TOMO guesses "Honoo no Miyako (City of Fire)" (*bzzt). RINA guesses while laughing, "Koori no Dance (Ice Dance)" (*bzzt), which makes the others laugh as well. HARU guesses "Ame no Machi (City of Rain)" (*bzzt). RINA guesses while laughing again, "Tsuki no Sekai (Moon World)" (*bzzt). MAMI guesses "Yami no Iriguchi (Entrance to Darkness)", which makes everyone laugh hard. HARU says that that has a total different image from what one would picture Rio to be. TOMO guesses "Tamashii no Shinden (Temple of the Soul)." Everyone laughs at this too. HARU goes, "How mystical!"

•TOMO asks if it's the opposite of the sun. The staff says that it's not related to the sun at all, and then seems to say that it's related to water. TOMO says while thinking, "Mizuumi...no......Machi (Lake Town)" (*bzzt). They laugh at this. RINA goes, "It's gotta be related to Lake Biwa (in Japan)," which they laugh at. They joke that it must be "Shiga" (the prefecture in Japan that Lake Biwa is located in) (*bzzt). HARU guesses "Kawa ga nagareru machi (City with a river running through it)" (*bzzt). The staff seems to say that they're close, and that the correct word was said. MAMI guesses that "kawa" (river) was the right word. TOMO guesses "Kawa no Miyako (City of Lakes)" (*bzzt), and then "Kawa no Shinden (River of the Soul)" (*bzzt). They laugh at how TOMO used "shinden" (soul) in her answer again. TOMO wonders if "kawa" is one of the correct words. HARU says that it seems so. The staff seems to give a hint as to what "Janiero" refers to. MAMI guesses "Michitarita kawa (River that is full of water)" (*bzzt). The staff tries to explain the hint more, but it's not really audible. They seem to get the hint, and then guess "Ichigatsu no Kawa" (River of January), which is the correct answer. HARU says that it's probably warm in Brazil in January since they're in the Southern Hemisphere. The staff seemingly explains why it's called that but it's inaudible (the real reason: Portuguese explorers first started exploring the area in January). HARU says that they've been saying the name without knowing what it meant. MAMI says that they weren't able to guess it correctly [without hints]. HARU and RINA poke fun at MAMI's "Yami no Iriguchi" answer, and HARU says that that would have been pretty cool if it did mean that. MAMI then laughs at TOMO's "Tamashii no Shinden" answer, and then says that there's probably a temple of the soul at the entrance to darkness, which they all laugh at. HARU says that sounds like fun.

•HARU reads the next and last message from a listener from India who is also an SH member They say there are two Japanese teams that they support: SCANDAL and the Japanese soccer team. They ask SCANDAL what their favorite sport is. RINA says that she was pretty sporty before she joined the band. She played soft tennis in middle school, and did track-and-field in elementary school. Her favorite one might be soft tennis. It's something that she wants to do even now. She says that they had done a shoot once before at a tennis court, which she enjoyed. TOMO says that she didn't play any sports; the only thing close she did was dance, which is what she chooses as her favorite. The staff seems to ask about any sports they watch. HARU says that she did watch some World Cup games. RINA says that she thinks they had all watched a World Cup game while they were overseas. The others all remember that too; they had watched it while eating after a concert.

•The next quiz question is asked:

It is said that India will overtake China to become the most populous country in the world.

How many people are there in India?

•They say that this is a simple yet difficult to answer question. TOMO guesses 700 million (*bzzt). MAMI guesses 1.36 billion. There's a pause after she answers, which makes her go, "Wait, wait?!" The staff then says that it's close. TOMO then guesses 1.34 billion (*bzzt), and then 1.47 billion (*bzzt). MAMI guesses 1.58 billion (*bzzt). RINA guesses 1.42 billion, which is correct. They all go, "Wow!" The staff then lists more info about the population growth and etc. that is not very audible. The band says that they'd like to visit India one day. They also encourage overseas listeners to keep sending in messages to the program.

*As always, you can send in a message to the program here. I've made a guide as how to input your info and message for those who need assistance (click to enlarge):

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*A list of all episode summaries can be found here

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2023/3/13 15:25

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