If the debut is regarded as a test, Nakamori Akina's debut, seriously speaking, did not have as good results as the idols of the same period.
On the one hand, sweet idols have become saturated, and the audience has too many choices, not to mention that Akina Nakamori debuted so long after others;
On the other hand, the previous behavior of purchasing all magazine pages brought some popularity, but in the conservative and gregarious Japanese society, the negative effects of this outrageous behavior are also very serious.
The audience began to look at this newcomer with a more strict attitude.
It has been more than a week since their debut, and the sales of their debut song "Slow Motion" (Slow Motion) are not good. It only ranked outside the 50th place on the Oricon chart. This result can be said to be a failure.
However, Akina, who is on TV now, does not seem to be affected by this result at all. Instead, she expresses herself on the stage with confidence. Her masterful performance of "Slow Motion" (slow motion) even made the guests and the audience sit down.
They all applauded.
After Nagayama Naoki finished eating the ramen in the bowl, he said to Yutaro, who was chewing on a teething stick: "Yutaro, do you still recognize the girl on TV? She is the girl who made delicious ribs that day.
"
After hearing his name, Yutaro raised his head, stuck out his tongue and looked at Nagayama Naoki with an expression like "I'm just a dog, why are you crazy?"
Naoki Nagayama, who was bored, put away the tableware, then sat on the sofa and watched other variety shows.
But I was thinking in my mind, has Akina received her letter?
.......
On the other side, Otomo Fangcun rushed back to the studio in a dusty state.
He is simply too busy during this period. Junko Into has to prepare for the promotion of her second single, and there are a lot of things to do during the filming of "The Story of Hachiko Monogatari". Even if Masami Inada can share some things,
He also felt that he was going to be overwhelmed.
"Xiu Yisang, I'm back."
Indou Shuichi is no longer playing with the dog, but is looking at the cast list: "How is it? What's the reply from Nana Okada?"
"Hey, they've agreed."
Indou Shuichi was just confirming. He knew in his heart that at least 80% of Okada Nana's side would agree. After all, from a top idol who could compete with Yamaguchi Momoe and Sakurada Junko, to now a second- and third-tier actor
, it is impossible without a gap, even the brokerage company wants to try to see if it can rebound.
Speaking of which, the idol industry is really cruel. The heyday of many idols is actually only one or two years, and then they disappear like shooting stars. However, there are only a handful of idols who can stand in the entertainment industry for a long time.
Shuichi Indou once again looked at the shooting plan in his hand. This movie might be the one where Nana Okada makes another comeback.
"Otomo-san, now that all the actors have been found, we should prepare to start filming."
Yoshimura Otomo had just taken a few sips of cold water and was unbuttoning some of his shirt and fanning himself.
"That's right. The main venue has almost been set up, and an experienced dog trainer has been found."
This dog trainer only serves as a consultant to provide professional guidance when asking the Hachiko to perform certain actions.
"Then Otomo-san is missing a mage!" Yin Tangxiu thought for a while, "What do you think of the goddess in the last movie?"
Japan is also very inert in this regard. The last time the movie was a hit, both Yutou Shuichi and Yoshimura Otomo felt that the goddess had a little bit of good luck with them. It was logical to ask her to do the opening ceremony this time.
"Hey, that's it. I'll contact the goddess and pick another good day." Yoshimura Otomo said and was about to go out again. He was a character who couldn't take any time off. "Here, Shuichi-san, remember to inform Naoki.
mulberry!"
"Of course, I won't forget it."
.......
Nagayama Naoki was nestled on the sofa, unwilling to get up.
Drinking a sip of tea, eating a piece of biscuit, and petting the dog. Now I am spending my time lazily and peacefully, which I could not get a few days ago.
Ultraman's tokusatsu drama is being replayed on TV. As the most almighty Ultraman Eddie in the 1980s, he is the most almighty Warrior of Light among all the Ultraman. He is the only Ultraman with no record of defeat.
Oh, it’s Ultraman with the mohawk-like fin on his head, the most classic image.
"Oh ho ho, Ultra Kick~" Naoki Nagayama watched the scene on TV of Ultraman Eddie knocking the monster down with a flying kick and laughed, "The actor for this Ultraman must be very good.
, very flexible."
At this moment, the phone next to him interrupted Naoki Nagayama’s interest in reminiscing.
"Who will it be at this time..."
Picking up the phone, Naoki Nagayama started talking hurriedly before he could speak,
"Naoki-san? I am Kuniji Morikawa. I just finished reading your novel. I have to say that Naoki-san is so talented. The development of this story is completely unexpected. The love between the protagonists is completely determined by
The connection between two people who have never met each other is really fascinating..."
Kuniji Morikawa said a lot of praises in one breath, and Naoki Nagayama could only express his gratitude while taking advantage of his breath.
"Arigado Bangzhisang, your approval is the best affirmation for the novel."
Did you actually finish reading it so quickly? Did I start reading it as soon as I left Shogakukan and didn’t even have lunch?
As a professional editor, reading novels is completely different from the average reader's view of reading ten lines at a glance. At least you need to read it carefully word for word, which takes more than three times the time.
There is also a joke in the publishing industry that professional editors will pick out all the typos made by the author and then deduct money per word...
"Naoki-san, I'm calling you to say that our Shogakukan will definitely publish this "Love Letter". Please be sure to choose our publisher!"
Many authors actually have the habit of sending multiple copies of a book, comparing the prices and conditions, and then choosing the best publisher to sign a contract.
Although Naoki Nagayama is not that kind of person in his impression, Kuniji Morikawa does not want to take any risks: "We will definitely give you better conditions than last time!"
"Ah, that's great!" Nagayama Naoki thought it would be like last time.
Kuniji Morikawa has decided to report to the director's office today, and he must ask the director to give better publishing conditions.
"Then Naoki-san, please wait for my good news." The tone on the other end of the phone sounded like a samurai about to go on an expedition.
"Hi, thank you so much."
After hanging up the phone, there was actually nothing particularly surprising. Naoki Nagayama’s confidence in this novel has always been there.
...
However, this phone call also made Nagayama Naoki lose interest in continuing to stay on the sofa and watch TV. He looked at the sky outside. It was clear and clear. It was a beautiful outdoor scene.
"Yingtaro, let's go out and play!"
Hearing the keyword "go out and play", Taro suddenly became excited and quickly took the dog leash over, wagging his tail excitedly.
Naoki Nagayama also found his own camera, loaded the film, and then led Taro Taro into the convertible.
After leaving the gate of Yamazakura-in, Nagayama Naoki headed straight towards Nezu Shrine in Bunkyo District. I saw from the TV report that Nezu Shrine is currently holding the Azalea Festival. It is said that there are more than 3,000 azaleas to enjoy, and there are also
You can visit the shrine~
It is indeed a good idea to meet the Queen God on the day when Du Juan flowers bloom.
It's actually not that far from Chiyoda to Bunkyo Ward. You can get there in less than half an hour on the smooth road in the afternoon.
Nezu Shrine is right next to the University of Tokyo, so there are many students admiring the flowers in the shrine. They walk together in twos and threes, looking at the flowers and admiring the ancient buildings in the shrine.
Naoki Nagayama parked the car outside and took Taro Taro into the shrine from the Omotesando entrance. Of course, he blended in inconspicuously with the young men and women who came to enjoy the flowers.
After entering the shrine, you can immediately see a large number of azaleas blooming on the hillside on the left. After crossing the sacred bridge, you can buy tickets at the gate of the building and then queue up to enter the Azalea Garden (Azalea Flower Garden).
I led Yongtaro to walk on the road in the garden. I didn't know before that Du Juanhua alone could be called a colorful flower.
And in this Du Juan flower garden, there are red, purple, pink, white... Some Du Juans are strong and passionate, with flowers covering the entire plant, and some Du Juans are delicate and shy, with flowers hidden in the green.
Under the leaves, there is Du Juan, which is even just a flower bag.
Under the clear sky, this sea of azalea flowers seems to welcome the coming of summer with its colorful beauty, like the most beautiful intersection between spring and summer.
Yotaro would also approach the azaleas from time to time and smell the fragrance of the flowers, while Naoki Nagayama was looking for the best angle to record this beautiful scenery.
.......
At the end of the road, in addition to the Du Juan Garden, is the Otome Inari Shrine. The environment here is very quiet, with only the gurgling sound of the water under the vegetation and a few leisurely carps in the pond.
But today Naoki Nagayama had no intention of avoiding the hustle and bustle of the world. Instead, he came back along the mini version of the Senbon Torii. This red torii path seemed to have moved the torii of Fushimi Inari Shrine to Tokyo.
The same thing, but only one person can be allowed to walk through it.
After returning to the tower gate, we continued along the shrine, washed our souls at the Sailor House with room temperature all year round, and then visited the enshrined gods Susano no Mikoto (すさ的书之みこと) and Oyama Ezumei (Sho Shu no Suno no Mikoto).
みこと) Yuda farewell (ほんだわけ的みこと) and so on.
Although Nagayama Naoki didn't believe in gods, he still followed the Romans and threw 100 yen in the cash box.
Naturally Naoki Nagayama also tried the resting stone for literary figures in the shrine, but he did not feel the surge of literary thoughts from writers such as Natsume Soseki and Mori Ogai at all.
Alas, it seems that I really do not have the level of a literary giant...
.......
After wandering around the shrine, the afternoon passed quickly. After Nagayama Naoki found a restaurant outside to fill his stomach, it was not until the sky turned dark that he slowly returned home with Yutaro.
The phone in the living room was flashing. Sure enough, someone called again in the afternoon.
Nagayama Naoki pressed the record button, and the voice of Yoto Shuichi came out:
"Naoki-san, aren't you staying at home?" The tone of this question fully understood Naoki Nagayama's routine.
"Then wait and listen to the recording when you come back, Naoki-san. The other preliminary preparations for "The Tale of Hachiko" have been completed. We are planning to hold the opening ceremony next Monday. Haha, we still found the goddess from last time~"
"Anyway, don't be absent when the time comes, that's all!"
It turns out that filming is about to officially start. Nagayama Naoki scratched his head. So, this weekend is the only one left to keep idle? Then the busy shooting workload will start next week? Why does it feel like he is as busy as an ordinary social animal...
..
Just when Naoki Nagayama was about to press the record button, the phone rang suddenly, startling him.
While answering the phone, he silently said harsh words,
"How can it be repaired? I was actually frightened again. The next film will be a midnight ring so that no one dares to answer the phone!"
"Naoki-san? Why don't you dare to answer the phone?" A sweet female voice came from the other side of the phone. It was actually Akina Nakamori?
"Akina-chan, is that you?"
"What, why can't it be me?" The tone on the microphone sounded very relaxed, and it seemed that he was not disappointed at all about the performance of his debut song.
"Hahaha, it's nothing. I just finished listening to the recording of a phone call. Just when I was about to press it, Akina-chan's call came over. I was shocked."
The other side of the microphone also laughed: "Is that so? That's a bit of a coincidence, but I'm sorry to scare Naoki-san, private Marseille!"
In the end, he apologized in a child's tone, which made Naoki Nagayama smile bitterly: "Akina-chan, do you think I'm a child..."
"Haha, aren't the children who were frightened by the phone calls?"
"Hmph, if you put it that way, I will definitely make a horror movie in the future that will scare everyone with phone calls!"
"That's really exciting, hahahaha" Akina Nakamori couldn't stop laughing, "Did Naoki-san just come back from outside?"
"Hi, I went to Nezu Shrine today and participated in the Azalea Festival. The azaleas there are really beautiful. There are more than 3,000 of them." Nagayama Naoki vividly described the azaleas he went to see today, which made Akina Nakamori on the other side of the phone tremble.
envious.
"I really envy Naoki-san. I really want to participate in the Azalea Festival~"
"Akina-chan must be very busy recently, right?" Nagayama Naoki asked, "You have been running around the country since your debut?"
"Hi, I was still in Hakone this morning, and went to TV Asahi to record a program in the afternoon." Akina Nakamori suddenly remembered something, "I finally returned to the apartment and found the letter from Naoki-san. Thank you very much Naoki.
Sang’s encouragement, Aligado!”
"Ha, did you just receive it now? It's really hard." Nagayama Naoki's tone was a little lower, "Akina-chan, do you think the idol's life is the same as you imagined?"
"Well..." He seemed to think for a while, "It's pretty much what I imagined. Although it's hard to go out and make announcements on weekends, for me, I feel that this is a meaningful job.
, if you think about it this way, hard work is nothing.”
"Is that so~" Nagayama Naoki laughed, "Then it seems Akina-chan was born to be an idol~"
For ordinary people, idol work is very hard, but Akina Nakamori can find meaning for herself in it. Perhaps this is the cornerstone of the ever-changing singer in the future.
Taking advantage of my free time, I made a phone call with a good friend to talk about the recent situation and the troubles at work. It was late at night soon.
Until I hung up the phone, that feeling of relief continued into my dream.
