(IDOLiSH7) Haruka Isumi - 16PRODUCERS Rabbit Chat
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Haruka Isumi:
Haruka Isumi:
Haruka Isumi: Oh, you read it already
Torao Mido: What’s this? You’re early, Haruka
Haruka Isumi: So are you! Are you done with your shoot already?
Torao Mido:
Torao Mido: Are you happy?
Haruka Isumi: I'm
Haruka Isumi: I'm not not happy....
Haruka Isumi: 😑😑😑
Torao Mido: What's with that, lol
Haruka Isumi: It’s nothing!!! 😑
Torao Mido: I was supposed to do the interview during my commute, but the shoot ended earlier than expected, so I’ve got some time to kill
Torao Mido: Your text popped up the moment I opened my phone.
Haruka Isumi: Hmmmmm
Haruka Isumi: We’ve still got time. Wanna talk about something?
Torao Mido: Let’s play Word Chain [1]
Haruka Isumi: LMAO
Haruka Isumi: Are you looking to lose to me again? 🥴
Torao Mido: I'm determined to win this time. I’ve come prepared with a strategy
Haruka Isumi: That's hilarious lolol
Haruka Isumi: Well, whatever 🥴 I'll take you on! Let's start with the letter “L”!
Torao Mido: Lip
Haruka Isumi: Princess
Torao Mido: Soup
Haruka Isumi: Print
Torao Mido: Tomato ketchup
Haruka Isumi: Wait, why do you keep attacking me with words that end with "P"?!?!?!?!
Torao Mido: That’s right. Now you know I’m not the same person you're used to facing. I’ve even overcome my fear of “H”
Haruka Isumi: Why am I being repaid for that one time right now!!!
Haruka Isumi: Plastic!
Torao Mido: Crepe
Haruka Isumi: UGHHHHHHH [2]
Shiro Utsugi: Great work today, you two! Are you getting fired up talking about foods starting with “P"?
Shiro Utsugi: Pudding! I’ve been really into it lately. The firmer ones are just so delicious
Haruka Isumi: Oh
Shiro Utsugi: Eh?
Torao Mido: Guess the game’s over now
Shiro Utsugi: Wait, were you playing Word Chain?! Ahhhh, I’m so sorry!! I totally ruined it for you guys!!!
Haruka Isumi: Not at all, it's fine. Actually, I should be thanking you!! 🥴 You saved me from losing
Torao Mido: That’s alright, I’ll just keep honing my skills for the next time
Haruka Isumi: And I’ll just beat you again then! Anyway, isn't it time already? Let's begin, Utsugi-san!
Shiro Utsugi: Thank you very much 😭 Once again, we’ve been asked to capture your usual relaxed interactions, so we'll be conducting the interview in this format using Rabbit Chat!
Shiro Utsugi: Isumi-san, please tell us how you felt when you heard Mido-san would be producing you!
Haruka Isumi: To be totally honest, I really had no idea how he was going to go about producing me!
Haruka Isumi: I mean, when I think about how Torao sees me, I imagine stuff like “good at singing,” “knows a lot about sweets,” or “really good at Word Chain.” I figured he’d be thinking along those lines lol 🤔
Torao Mido: Yeah, I guess we've never really had a proper conversation about what I think you're like as an idol and all that
Torao Mido: But after listening to the song, did you get a sense of how I see you?
Haruka Isumi: Mhm. I mean, sorry if I’m wrong, but...
Haruka Isumi: Torao, do you maybe actually like me quite a bit...?
Torao Mido: Well, it's not like I dislike you, right!? What do you take me for?
Haruka Isumi: RIGHT!? That's what I thought too... it's just that the lyrics and melody were so straightforward
Haruka Isumi: It felt like you really captured me in a song. Even though it was my first time hearing it, it didn’t feel like the first time at all
Shiro Utsugi: It really is a passionate song with a strong message! Mido-san, could you please share how you decided on the direction?
Torao Mido: Haruka has always been radiant
Torao Mido: He never lies to himself about his feelings. Whether he's happy or sad, he expresses those emotions openly. I've always kind of admired that about him.
Torao Mido: He possesses the kind of overwhelming power that can pierce through the pitch-black night and propel us toward the bright blue sky. Haruka was always at the forefront, leading us to brighter places. Like a hero.
Torao Mido: I packed that strength of his into "Aoku."
Haruka Isumi: You think I’m like a hero?
Torao Mido: Yeah.
Haruka Isumi: I see... I didn't know. It’s pretty rare for you to say such things openly, so it makes me really happy
Torao Mido: I'm glad we're doing this over Rabbit Chat
Haruka Isumi: I’d rather you said it to my face!!!
Torao Mido: No way! That’d be way too embarrassing.
Haruka Isumi: Well, fair enough 😆 But y'know, I think you’re like a hero too, Torao
Torao Mido: Me?
Haruka Isumi: You faced your feelings, your scars, head-on. Ever since that day, you’ve challenged yourself in so many ways and expanded the possibilities for us — for ŹOOĻ. You’re seriously so cool
Torao Mido: Well
Torao Mido: I really am cool.
Haruka Isumi: We’re cool, you mean!
Torao Mido: Yeah. We’re cool!
Shiro Utsugi: I am currently taking a screenshot of this conversation.
Haruka Isumi: Ah, I should too!
Torao Mido: Guess I’ll do it too, then.
Shiro Utsugi: No matter what the future holds, I'm sure ŹOOĻ will be just fine. And if you ever feel disheartened, please reread the Rabbit Chats from this project.
Shiro Utsugi: Though, of course, I’ll do my best to make sure that doesn’t happen...!
Haruka Isumi: Thanks. We're counting on you, Utsugi-san
Torao Mido: Please keep looking out for us
Shiro Utsugi: ŹOOĻ is the best!
Haruka Isumi:
Torao Mido:
Haruka Isumi: It’s kinda funny seeing Torao use King Pudding stickers lmao
Torao Mido: Come on. What’s wrong with using them once in a while?
Shiro Utsugi: This happens to me as well. Whenever I use stickers while chatting with the staff, they always ask, "Is something wrong?" with concern. I guess some things just suit certain people while others don’t
Haruka Isumi: Yeah, if Utsugi-san suddenly sent me a sticker while we were talking, I’d probably wonder what was up too
Torao Mido: But his emoji choices are already so weird; isn't it too late to be surprised?
Shiro Utsugi:
Haruka Isumi: That’s kinda cute lmaoo
Shiro Utsugi: Let’s get back to the main topic. Next, I’d like to ask about the photoshoot and the costumes. The use of wires and CGI really made for such a dynamic shot!
Torao Mido: I wanted to express Haruka’s energy and strength. You can really feel that sense of him piercing through the sky, right?
Torao Mido: Even in a stifling world that's buried in asphalt and moving at a dizzying pace, with Haruka's voice, we can take off and soar anywhere.
Haruka Isumi: Hehe, Torao just keeps saying things that make me super happy
Torao Mido: Was it scary? I remember you weren’t too thrilled about bungee jumping before
Haruka Isumi: At first, I was a little nervous about whether I'd do a good job, but it turned out to be SO much fun!!! I was like, “Woah, so this is how Torao always films his stunts too? That’s awesome” 😂
Haruka Isumi: Oh, and when you called out to me, saying, “I know you can do it,” it made me really happy.
Torao Mido: I meant every word. I believe in you, Haruka
Haruka Isumi: Yeah! Thanks. By the way, how did you decide on the costume? I didn’t think both my knees would be exposed like that 😆
Torao Mido: Heroes usually show some leg, don’t they?
Haruka Isumi: The heck? LOL. Then you should've had both your knees out too!!
Torao Mido: Listen. Try imagining me with both my knees out first
Haruka Isumi: It looked-
Haruka Isumi: It looked great! The Torao in my head totally pulled it off!!! 😂 LMAOO
Torao Mido: You’re laughing though, lol
Haruka Isumi: Show it to me next time, okay? 😂😂
Shiro Utsugi: Please show it to me too! 🐾 Well then, sadly, we've reached the end of the interview. Before we wrap up, could I ask the two of you to share a final message with your fans?
Torao Mido: I’m sure you fans have noticed it as well. When you listen to Haruka's voice, it stirs up an impulse within you, a feeling that makes it impossible not to keep moving forward. Haruka's voice guides us.
Torao Mido: From there, I came to realize that even we could become someone's hero someday. The future you reach after all your struggles is bright, beautiful, and blue. I hope you guys listen to the song a lot too.
Haruka Isumi: The lyrics, “The words I caught amidst lights that emerge and fade, now dwell in my heart,” are my favorite.
Haruka Isumi: There was a time when I used to tell myself, "I'm never going to pay heed to anyone's voice", "I'm never going to let myself be swayed by someone else's words." But now I realize I was wrong.
Haruka Isumi: I’ve always been supported by our fans’ words. Whenever you said, “Thank you,” my body felt lighter. Whenever you said, “You can do it,” I honestly felt like, “Yeah, I can!”. That’s why these lyrics resonate with me so much.
Haruka Isumi: Your words always reach us directly. Thank you so much for everything! Torao called me a hero, but to me, my members and our fans are the real heroes! I’ll make sure to treasure “Aoku” together with Torao!!!
Shiro Utsugi: Thank you, Isumi-san and Mido-san. I’m very excited for ŹOOĻ’s future...!
Haruka Isumi: Me too!! Let's keep doing this together, Torao!
Torao Mido: Yeah, of course. I’m looking forward to my future with you guys.
Torao Mido: So, this marks the end of ŹOOĻ's part in this project, huh. Should we do something to celebrate?
Haruka Isumi: Good idea! Let’s have another party together! At your place, Torao!
Torao Mido: Sounds good. It’s winter, and for a big group, there’s really only one answer, right?
Haruka Isumi: Hot pot party!! 🤩
Shiro Utsugi: That sounds wonderful. If I’m not mistaken, I believe everyone’s schedules line up next week...!
Haruka Isumi: It won't be just us — Utsugi-san, you're joining too!
Shiro Utsugi: Eh, is that really okay...?! I’d be honored
Torao Mido: We’ll need a really big clay pot. Guess I'll go look for a good craftsman
Haruka Isumi: You're going to start by making the pot first? LOLOL
The End.
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[1] - They're actually playing Shiritori here, the Japanese version of Word Chain, where players take turns saying words that begin with the last syllable of the previous word.
[2] - The word "Crepe" (クレープ) in Japanese ends with "Pu" (プ), so Haruka is once again frustrated to be given another word that ends with "P."