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| 2005/12/15: New year postcards |
Aya
visited the Tokyo Central Post Office in Marunouchi, Tokyo on the 15th
for the New Year greeting postcard launch ceremony where she helped post cards
alongside Japan Post President, Ikuta Masaharu. Aya, who wore a long-sleeved
white kimono, said she will be sending out a lot of cards herself.
She also mentioned that in January she will get a vacation but has not decided
on what to do yet.
| 2005/12/15: Favourite CM Talent |
The votes for CMDB DATA's yearly Favourite CM Talent poll are in and at the No.1 spot is famous boyband SMAP. Aya ranked #6 in the Top10 but is the #1 female talent. To see the full results you can go to the official website here.
| 2005/12/14: New Single + Album!! |
Aya will release her 13th single and 4th album on
February 15th and March 8th respectively. The limited edition of the album will
come with a DVD. No other information is know for the
moment. As for the second live tour DVD, released Today in Japan, it entered the
Oricon Music DVD
charts at #11!
Updates: the upcoming releases and
books pages have been updated.
| 2005/12/09: Christmas Candle Tree |
Aya
was present on the 8th in Shiodome, Tokyo at the Nippon Television network plaza
for the lighting ceremony of a 9.2-meter tall Christmas candle tree with a
total of 1200 candles used to illuminate it. The tree is said to represent the
symbol of the Nippon Television network and will be exposed from the 8th to the
25th.
Updates: schedule & gallery
(Breath photobook) pages have been updated.
| 2005/12/08: "Yume no chikara" New PV |
To promote the release of Aya's 2nd live DVD, a new promotion video for "Yume no chikara" will be on air starting today. The video features the live performance of the song which is also included in the DVD. "UETO AYA LIVE TOUR 2005 Genki hatsu ratsuu?" as well as a documentary photo book will go on sale December 14th.
| 2005/12/04: 4th album in production! |
In this week's "Hatachi ni High touch" (weekly radio program) Aya revealed that she is currently recording songs for her forth original album which is scheduled to release in Spring 2006! No other details are known for the moment but I'll keep you informed.
| 2005/11/29: Nail Queen 2005 Awards! |
Aya
and close friend Becky alongside hitomi,
Mii and T.M. Revolution won the
Nail Queen & King 2005
awards and were present, on the 29th, at the awarding ceremony. Also chosen to
receive the prize is athlete Yokomine Sakura.
Updates: biography and
schedule pages have been updated.
| 2005/11/22: Aya won't kiss by no means! |
Aya
was present at the Lotteria Chiba Marines champion fest event on the
20th in Tokyo at the Chiba Marine Stadium. She appeared wearing the
Marines' uniform. To conclude the event Valentine gave a hug to Aya which
led the press corps to ask "What about the supervisor's kiss reward?" Aya denied
laughing "Please stop that~".
In other news, Aya will appear in a new CM for the "FIFA Club World
Championship Toyota Cup Japan 2005" (11/22 O.A.) with comedian Akashiya
Sanma, sumo wrestler Asashouryuu, professional baseball player Oh Sadaharu,
mogul skier Uemura Aiko and athlete Tamesue Dai. The CM song will be sang by
Irish singer Enya who will release her first album in five years on November
23rd.
Updates: charts and
schedule pages have been updated.
| 2005/11/11: Aya challenges the kiss scene! |
Aya
alongside newcomer Fukuda Saki, both from Oscar Promotion, filmed the CM for the
LOTTE "Love Fruits Gum" that will be on air the 14th. The pair will appear kissing
fruits to reveal the delicious gum. During the interview following the shoot,
Aya said "It was fun to be in a unit for once and not be the only center of
attention".
| 2005/11/08: Best Smile Prize! |
Aya
and famous horse rider Take Yutaka were chosen to receive the 2005 Best Smile
Prize sponsored by the Japan Dental Association. Aya responded to her win "In
the future, even in harsh times, I will try my best to keep a sincere smile on".
The crowning ceremony was held on the 8th in the afternoon in Chiyoda, Tokyo.
Updates: the bio, dramas &
schedule pages have been updated.
| 2005/11/07: New "Soh" Commemoration! |
To
commemorate their new "Soh", LOTTE has printed pictures of Aya advertising the
product on Passnet cards for the 17 main stations of the Toukyuu Line. At the
PR on the 7th, Aya was saying that while on vacation she mostly only takes the subway to go
out and when she'd see her pictures on Passnet cards she would get embarrassed
but also be happy at the same time.
| 2005/11/02: Aya wins CM acting prize! |
Aya
alongside Miyazawa Rie and Masahiro Motoki were present on the 1st at the 45th
annual ACC CM Festival ceremony, held in Tokyo, where the three of them were
awarded the best CM acting prize. Aya was picked to win for her performance in
the "Oronamin C" commericals.
Updates: the dvd & bio pages
have been updated.
| 2005/10/25: "Brothers Grimm" Premiere |
On
the 23rd, Aya made a guest appearance at the 18th Annual TIFF in Roppongi, Tokyo at the premiere of
the movie "Brothers Grimm". She attended the event
dressed in a Red Riding Hood costume and rode on a coach accompanied by Ted
Gilliam. Gilliam said joking "Aya is very beautiful, I would like to marry her
someday!"
| 2005/10/20: 2005 Best Hair Award |
Aya
attended the 2005 Best Hair Awards on the 18th in Kyoto where she was crowned
winner. She responded that she was very honored and very happy to receive a
fashion prize. Aya also revealed that she only needed to have long hair for her
role in NHK's taiga drama "Yoshitsune", Aya's scenes being completed, her next
hairstyle will be a short one. To the question "What haircut do you prefer on a
man?" Aya answered that she likes closely cropped hair.
| 2005/10/16: Aya meets school children! |
Aya
attended on the 15 the closing ceremony of the "Kamamoto soccer classroom" at
the Yume island stadium in Tokyo. About 700 children were present and shouting
of joy when she appeared. Aya said "I love mischievous children, I want to play
with them" in the end Aya was very pleased to have been in contact with
children.
Updates: the upcoming releases, schedule
and gallery (caps) pages have been updated.
| 2005/10/02: Aya visits PM Minister |
Aya
and cencus CM co-star Daniel Kahl visited the Public Management Minister Aso
Taro (left) in Chiyoda, Tokyo. Aya felt a bit nervous just entering the room but
the Minister soon came to tell her to just relax and not sweat it. Aya said
about Aso "His voice has an aura of refined masculinity and his smile is
wonderful" and Taro responded about Aya that "Real things are better than those
you see on TV".
Updates: the schedule, books
and links pages have been updated.
| 2005/09/29: Aya becomes Mascot Girl |
It
was announced that Aya was chosen to be the mascot girl for the coming FIFA
World Club Championship 2005 in Japan which will be broadcast on NTV from
December 11th through the 18th. The picture shows Aya and the official mascot,
the Soccer Monster.
| 2005/09/28: "Yoshitsune" conclusion |
On
the 27th, Aya filmed her last scene in the taiga (long run) drama "Yoshitsune"
at the NHK studios in Tokyo. During this final scene of the last episode (which will air
on December 11th) when Utsubo and Yoshitsune are separated, Aya said she had
been overwhelmed by natural tears from the way Takizawa Hideaki (in the role of Yoshitsune)
sincerely acted.
In other news, Aya will release her 2nd Live DVD on December 14th. It will
include 18 tracks and possibly some bonus footage but that is still unknown at
the moment.
Updates: the schedule, dramas,
games (new) and upcoming releases pages have been updated.
| 2005/09/26: Aya attends PR event |
Actress
and singer Ueto Aya (20) was present on the 25th at the " Heisei 17th National
Cencus" PR Event in Tokyo. Aya said to the people who had gathered that "It is
important for everyone who lives in Japan to know about the Cencus". To the
question "Did you write this by living on your own?" She answered that even if
she is good-looking or popular, she is still very shy and could only write it
with support from her family.
| 2005/09/20: "Breath" release event |
On
the 19th, Aya held the sale commemoration event and autograph session of
her newest photo book "Breath" at "Book first" in Shibuya, Tokyo
where 500 fans were gathered. As she was answering the journalists' questions
she voiced the desire, once again, to get married soon and have a family but
also said she didn't want to rush it. For
her birthday Aya spent it with her family. She also said she drank Sake with her
staff at her birthday bash and laughed it off saying she still prefers juice.
Updates: the schedule page has been updated.
| 2005/09/14: "Happy Birthday" photobook! |
Aya's
latest photobook "Breath" was released today September 14th. The
photographs were shot in Guam last July. Aya challenged a new diet for the
occasion and said she was very pleased by the results. The 112 page photo book
was released by Shueisha and is now on sale for 2730 yen in bookstores all over
Japan!
HAPPY 20TH BIRTHDAY AYA!
| 2005/09/09: Aya to star in new drama! |
Aya
will be starring in a new drama scheduled to air this fall alongside actress
Kuroki Hitomi entitled "Nada sousou ~kono ai ni ikite~". This new
special drama will have Aya playing the role of a single mother and Kuroki will take on
the role of the grandmother. Aya was said to be chosen for the part because she
is one of the best in the new generation of actresses. The special drama will
air October 9th on TBS.
Updates: the charts, books, schedule pages have been updated.
| 2005/08/25: Aya fifth photobook! |
Aya will be releasing her fifth photo book on September 14th (once again on her
birthday) and it will be called "Breath".
Updates: books, music,
schedule and upcoming releases
pages have been updated.
| 2005/08/23: Aya refuses to pose nude! |
Apaman
shop network presented Aya with a special birthday cake at the live event held
on the 22nd. As CM character for the company, she posed for photographs for the
2006 sales promotion calendar. Reporters dispatched at the event asked her if
she planned on ever posing nude and she smiled and answered "Absolutely not!" .
Aya
was present at the first opening day stage greeting of new anime movie "Kiniro
no Gash bell!!" on August 6 at Marunouchi TOEI1 in Tokyo. She appeared
wearing a black & pink Yukata saying she chose the chic one because she is
turning 20 soon. "Kaze wo ukete" which was released on the 3rd is used as the
movie's theme song and Aya comented that she was happy to sing for the movie
again this year.
| 2005/08/04: Live Tour 2005 Rehersal! |
Aya
invited 500 lucky buyers of the "Yume no chikara" single to a special tour
rehearsal in Kanagawa, Yokosuka City's art theater on August 2nd where she sang
10 songs including her latest single, produced by Ryoji from Ketsumeishi, "Kaze
wo ukete" (which is currently #12 on the Oricon Single Charts). Aya was very
involved in the preparation of the live tour
not
only by singing and dancing but also by choosing the outfits for the concerts
and also selecting the songs for the set list. She commented "I want to do this
live tour and be able to say I'm happy with it" to the press as they interviewed
her after the rehearsal. Aya's nationwide live tour will stop at 11 places and
will end at the Tokyo Nakano Sun Plaza on the 29th.
Updates: the upcoming releases,
schedule, music and lyrics pages
have been updated.
| 2005/07/28: Site updates! |
I have added Aya's latest PV "Kaze wo ukete" to the clips page and the lyrics are available as well, enjoy! The books & albums pages have also been updated.
| 2005/07/21: Contest site + new banner!! |
You can now participate in a new contest on Aya's
official website
brought by Oronamin C. The contest consists in sending pictures of your "oronamin
c smile" the prize is a photo pamphlet signed by Aya herself! Of course
this is for Japan residents only, once again. Click on the banner at the top the page to visit
the contest page.
I'd like to thank
Clem (*mange clem*) for making the site's first banner, head to the
links page if you want to take a look at it!
Updates: the singles, DVD &
schedule
pages have been updated.
| 2005/07/11: New "Oronamin C" CM! |
"Gokusen" co-stars Akanishi Jin and Kamenashi Kazuya of boyband KAT-TUN were
chosen to be the next guest performers in the new 'Oronamin C' CM with Aya. The
commercial has been airing since July 9th.
Updates: music & clips pages
have been updated.
| 2005/07/01: Movie screening & new CM! |
The
animation motion picture "Ashita genki ni na~re!" was viewed by 700 persons on
June 30 in Tokyo. Aya who voiced the principal character of the movie was
present at the early screening of the film alongside singer Hayashi Asuca and
essayist Ebina Kayoko .
Aya's
new commercial for LOTTE ice cream "SOH" had her eat the ice cream 86 times
before the staff could decide on a take for the CM. She exceeded her
record of eating the ice cream 48 times back while shooting the summer
2004 LOTTE "SOH" CM. The spot started airing Today.
Updates: the schedule
pages have been updated.
| 2005/06/15: First remix album release! |
Aya's 1st remix album "UETOAYAMIX" which was cancelled for release back
in March is now scheduled to hit stores on August 24th. No information on the
track listing or the bonuses is available yet but will surely come soon!
Updates; charts,
upcoming releases
pages have been updated.
| 2005/06/13: "Yume no chikara" event! |
Aya
performed on stage at her new single "Yume no chikara" special live event
in Tokyo at the Roppongi Hills Arena on June 12th where more than 2000 fans were
there to see Aya sing. Aya started to cry due to all of the fan's ardent
rooting. After the performance, Aya talked about her upcoming single "Kaze wo
ukete" and said she was very happy with it because it was her first time
choosing the title for a song of hers and because she was collaborating with
Ketsumeishi whom she loves deeply.
Updates; lyrics,
upcoming releases and singles
pages have been updated.
| 2005/06/12: New single "Kaze wo ukete"! |
Aya collaborates with this year's most acclaimed hip-hop/reggae band in Japan, Ketsumeishi! Ryoji, member of the group, produced the new song for Aya called "Kaze wo ukete" (To receive the wind) scheduled to release on August 3rd. He not only penned the song but also composed the music and decided how it should be sang. Aya was very impressed with the way everything went down, she was also happy to collaborate with them since she is a big fan of Ketsumeishi.
| 2005/06/11: New clip download! |
I have updated the clips page with Aya's latest live appearance. She performed her new single "Yume no chikara" (which debuted Wednesday at #6 on the Daily Oricon Charts) at Music Station on June 10. Enjoy the clip!
| 2005/06/07: Music section updated! |
I have updated the music page with Aya's new 11th single "Yume no chikara" which goes out tomorrow (today in Japan) don't forget to support Aya by buying her CD if you enjoyed it, with this said, have fun :)
| 2005/06/06: 12th single information! |
Aya's 12th single "Title N/A" will be used as the theme song for the second "Konjiki no Gashbell" animation movie "Attack of Mechavulcan" which hits theaters on August 6th. The new song is described as a summer tune commemorating Aya's last teen years. It will be a collaboration with a very important person in the music show business. The first pressing of the single will include a bonus track. This first pressing bonus is not yet confirmed and may change.
| 2005/06/01: "Yume no chikara" live event |
Aya will be giving a live event to commemorate the release of her latest single "Yume no chikara" that goes on sale next week!! It will take place in Roppongi Hills Arena on June 12 and will start at 18:00PM. To be eligible for the event you must present yourself with your participation ticket inclosed in the "Yume no chikara" single.
| 2005/05/06: 12th single release decided! |
According to Tower Records, Aya will release her 12th maxi single on August 3rd 2005. No title is available right for the moment.
| 2005/05/04: Message from Oyama Kana! |
Volleyball
player from the Toray Arrows team Oyama Kana sent a message to Aya saying that
she watches her latest drama "Attack No.1" every week. Oyama also
mentioned she aspired to co-star with Aya in the drama as a player of the
opponent team.
| 2005/05/03: "Get Fight" Preview |
I have added a preview of the coupling track included in the "Yume no chikara" single, "Get Fight" radio preview is available for download in the music page, enjoy!
| 2005/05/01: Aya in new JTB CM!! |
Aya
was present at the Tokyo Hotel on the 27th to launch her new TV commercial for
the Japan Travel Bureau (JTB).
The CM presents Aya in different roles such as a cheerleader, a surfer, an
Hawaiian and others. Most of the CM was shot in South Korea and she revealed
that it is the perfect place to settle down or for a Honeymoon. The CM will be
on air May 8th!
Aya
and Izumi Pinko were present on the 27th at the production announcement of
TBS special drama "Misora
Hibari tanjou monoga
tari!" in Tokyo.
| 2005/04/16: Attack No.1 premiere ratings! |
The ratings of Aya's latest drama "Attack No.1" (TV Asahi) are out! The first episode managed to optain an audience of 16.9% in the Nagoya district and one of 15.7% in the Kanto district. This year's ratings surpassed Aya's 2004 hit drama "Ace wo nerae!" which had a rating of 13.7% for it's first episode.
| 2005/04/15: Men's Plaza AOKI CM launch! |
Aya
was present at the launching event for her new Men's Plaza AOKI television CM on
the 14th in Tokyo. For the commercial Aya was dressed in the same costume as the
famous 1967 comic book character 'Speed' in "Mach GO! GO! GO!" (also known as
Speed Racer in USA). The new commercial will be broadcast on the 21st. As from
now, Aya appears in 20 TV spots and is, inarguably, Japan's new CM Queen.
Update; the lyrics and
upcoming releases pages has been updated.
| 2005/04/10: Attack No.1 event + updates! |
Aya
and the cast of TV Asahi's new live action drama "Attack No.1" attended
an interview in Roppongi, Tokyo on the 6th. After a set of questions, Toshishiko
Takamizawa and idol Fukuda Saki, who sings the opening song to the series,
joined them on stage to conclude the interview.
Updates; books, clips,
schedule and upcoming releases
pages have been updated.
| 2005/04/05: Multimedia update! |
The music page has been updated with a radio rip of Aya's new song "Yume no chikara" (ending theme to "Attack No.1") aired on April 3, enjoy!
| 2005/04/02: New event + update! |
Aya
and "Attack No.1" co-star Morita Ayaka participated in the initiation
ceremony of a new company done at TV Asahi in Roppongi, Tokyo on April
1st. The 23 new employees each received a golden ball and yelled "Attack!" while
Aya encouraged them to always "Aim for No.1". Hirose Michisada, the company's
president came out dressed in the same volleyball outfit as the girls and made
everyone burst into laughter.
Update; the dramas page has been updated.
| 2005/04/01: Latest CM news |
Aya was present at the new "Oronamin C"
CM launch event on the 30th. The latest CM features Bobby (left) & Adagony
(right). Aya plays the role of the president of the United States and must elect
the strongest bodyguard in the world. Bobby plays the role of the bodyguard
selected by Aya. The commercial will start airing on April 2nd.
Aya
was chosen to star in yet a new CM. This time for the Kikkoman sauce
which is usually used for Sukiyaki and other similar dishes. The company said
that they chose Aya for the commercial because of her cheerful character. The
new CM will be on air starting April 1st.
| 2005/03/27: Latest news + update! |
Aya
was present at the release commemoration event of her new photo book "Last
Teen" and her trading card box "VISUAL PHOTOCARD COLLECTIONUeto Aya" on the
27th in Shibuya, Tokyo where she shook hands with 700 fans who were present for
the special occasion.
Oscar
dispatched their "female army corps" at the opening ceremony of the opening
baseball game on the 26th at the 'Yahoo! Dome' in Fukuoka where about
35,000 people were present. Aya received, from Shinjo, a signed wristband after
the game and said that it still had Shinjo's scent & feel to it.
Update; the books page has been updated.
| 2005/03/26: LOTTE CM + comic book! |
Aya's
new commercial for LOTTE
ice cream "Soh" was launched in the Ikebukuro Station in Seibu Ikebukuro
line, in Tokyo on March 22nd. The latest CM features yet another animation of
Aya which can be played on a cellular phone when it reads the "movie code" on
the rear of the cards located in the station.
Shogakukan's
"Shoujo Comic" magazine started serializing, on March 19th, a new comic based on
the real-life story of Aya. "Ueto Aya Monogatari" will focus on the
filming of the the movie "Azumi". This new manga idea came after a poll revealed
that Aya was the readers' favourite actress.
Update; the schedule has been updated.
| 2005/03/16: Aya to star in new drama! |
Aya was chosen to star in TBS's 50th anniversary special drama in the role of
Misora Hibari
(1937-1989) based on the famous fifties singer's life. The two hour program will
be televised on May 29th (Hibari's birthday) at 9h00PM.
Aya's new single "Yume no chikara" (TV Asahi drama "Attack
No.1" ending song) out on 6/8 will be coupling with "Get Fight". The single
will include a new remix and instrumental version of the title track.
Updates; schedule & new page out,
live (info).
| 2005/03/12: Azumi2 out in theaters! |
Aya
& co-stars Ishigaki Yuuma and Oguri Shun were present at the opening day
greeting for their latest movie "Azumi2 Death
or Love" at the Hibiya Cinema in Tokyo. It was said that purchase offers have
come from 7 countries in Southeast Asia and North America.
Although not yet confirmed, many sources say Aya's 2nd live tour will take place
in early August of 2005.
| 2005/03/08: Aya to confront Shinjo! |
Aya
attended the film preview and completion announcement of the new animated movie
"Ashita genki ni nare" on the 7th. Essayist Ebina Kayoko gave her dearest
thanks to Aya for her work as voice actress. The preview was shown followed
by a live performance of the theme song "Renka" sang by Hayashi Asuca.
| 2005/03/07: Aya to confront Shinjo! |
Aya
and other talents from Oscar Promotion
such as, Kikukawa Rei and Yonekura Ryo will be participating in the opening
ceremony of the opening game, held in the Yahoo! Dome, with professional
baseball team, the 'Fukuoka Softbank Hawks'. With the other girls in defense,
Aya will be the pitcher that confronts the team's strong batter,
Tsuyoshi Shinjo. The Oscar team said that they were all very honored to be part of this
event and that although feeling a bit nervous, they will do their best!
Updates; the schedule page has been updated.
| 2005/03/03: Azumi talk! |
Aya
attended a special live event, part of the promoting campaign, for her
latest movie "Azumi2" which will be out on March 12th. Aya talked about
how the film was accentuated on Azumi's first love but has not lost it's first
flavors. She also admitted that she would like to do 'Azumi3', the producers
confirmed that there are plans for a future sequel.
Updates; biography and schedule
pages updated.
| 2005/03/01: More site updates |
The books & music pages has been updated with Aya's 1st album "AYAUETO". Unfortunately there won't be any new clips for the time to come since I lost all my videos and clips of Aya while formatting my computer but I have uploaded a new page in the information section, check out the chart rankings!
| 2005/02/27: Site updates |
The gallery (thanks to Phinn for providing the Happy Days scans) & schedule pages have been updated.
| 2005/02/23: Aya appears in bridal show! |
Aya
was a special guest model at the wedding gown exposition "2005 YUMI
KATSURA GRAND COLLECTION" in Tokyo. She appeared on stage wearing a mini
wedding dress specially created by Katsura Yumi as she imagined Aya wearing the
gown for this special occasion. Aya commented that she would like to someday get
married as she enumerated the traits of her ideal man.
| 2005/02/22: Live volleyball practice! |
Aya
attended a special volleyball practice at a Girl High School in Tokyo to
promote her newest drama "Attack No.1" scheduled to air on April 14th on
TV Asahi. Aya received the advices
from one of Japan's finest sportswomen, former volleyball coach, Obayashi Motoko,
who was part of the Atlanta Olympic Games back in 1996.
Aya's 11th single will be released on June 8th! It will be used as the ending
song for "Attack No.1". The new song will be produced by THE ALFEE's
guitarist Takamizawa Toshihiko.
Updates; upcoming releases, links
| 2005/02/17: Belated news & Updates |
Ishigaki
Yuuma, Aya & Oguri Shun attended a live event at the Virgin TOHO Cinema Roppongi
Hills in Tokyo on the 8th to announce the completion of the new movie "Azumi2"
out on 3/12. The main guests of the event, Aya, Yuuma and Shun appeared in chic
traditional Japanese clothing for the occasion. A preview of the movie was shown
to the public who assisted the event.
Aya
attended on 2/3, with NHK taiga drama "Yoshitsune" co-stars Takizawa
Hideaki and others, the "Setsubun", an annual good luck bean-throwing
event. The ceremony was held at the Naritasan New Victory Temple.
Updates; DVDs, dramas, schedule
&
upcoming releases pages have been updated.
| 2005/01/31: 1st animated CM! + Updates |
Aya
served as the image model for the car information magazine "Goo".
Aya attended the new CM symposium that was held in Tokyo on the 31st. The CM
features the animated version of Aya (right on the pic, lol) drawn by famous
cartoonist Hisashi Eguchi. The CM will start airing on 2/2.
Aya will release her 2nd video clip collection DVD on March 16th. "UETO AYA
CLIPS 02" will include the 5 PVs (binetsu, ai no tameni., kaze, afuresou na
ai, daite, usotsuki) their making of, TV spots and also special never before
seen footage.
Updates; the gallery (calendars & photobooks) and
upcoming releases pages have been updated
| 2005/01/28: Site updates |
New updates in the gallery (screen captures) and DVDs pages.
| 2005/01/23: Site updates |
The schedule and gallery (wallpapers) pages have been updated. I also added on the main page a banner link to Aya's new movie (in theaters 3/12) "Azumi2"'s official website!
| 2005/01/16: Gallery open! |
The image gallery is now open, don't forget to read the rules first, have fun. Also, I uploaded Aya's 2nd album (her 3rd has been taken down now) and a new clip for download, enjoy!
| 2005/01/01: 55th Kouhaku Utagessen |
Aya
appeared on NHK's annual end of the year music show "Kouhaku Utagessen"
yesterday on New Year's eve. She was first to appear on stage at the NHK hall.
She started off the show singing her hit song, "Ai no tameni.". After the
performance, Aya cried bitterly backstage as she had given out all of her
energy.
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