hsjhoshi | Yamada Ryosuke - PULL-UP Pamphlet (English Translation) (Reply)

About your merchandise

This tour merchandise marks our first attempt at member-produced items. I chose hand cream because I wanted something that could serve as a memory of 2023 and 2024. Scents have the power to evoke memories, and even after you've used it up, the packaging remains. I'm sure fans thought, "This is so Yamada-like" (laughs).

I'm very particular about scents-so much so that I even change the diffuser for each room at home -so I really enjoyed the production process. I decided on two scents: one that's refreshing and elegant and another that's sweeter. Both are the kind of scents that would make me turn around if I noticed them on the street.

I wanted it to be something you could use not only during concerts but also carry naturally in your everyday life. That's why I focused on keeping the design as simple and portable as possible. I was especially particular about the packaging, testing multiple prototypes while considering the color and texture of the paper, the fonts for 'PULL UP!' and Hey! Say! JUMP, and their placement. It excites me to imagine everyone using it, and I think it would be wonderful if the venue were filled with this scent. But be careful not to use too much-some people might not like strong scents! (laughs)

About your new album, "PULL UP!"

I have a personal attachment to 'Daisuki na Kimi e.' Actually, during the time it was airing on Minna no Uta, my family dog passed away. When I listened to this song, I cried so much that I was at a loss for words. The lyrics made me think, "I hope my pet felt this way," and it became a song I could sing with even more emotion. I am a little worried about whether I can sing it properly at the concert without getting choked up.
Also, 'Evans Knot' has a key that feels really good to sing. Originally, it was one of the candidates for the theme song of Ore no Kawaii wa Mousugu Shouhikigen!?. The song ended up being 'Koi wo Surunda,' but I really liked 'Evans Knot' and cherished it, so I'm happy to finally share it this time. 'Tiki Don' is quite a bold song. Speaking of which, I have a gaming friend named 'Chikidon,' so when I first saw the title, I was surprised and thought, "Are we singing a song about Chikidon?" (laughs). The fact that the chorus is made up entirely of the words 'Tiki Don' is really interesting, and I hope everyone enjoys its EDM sound.

What do you want to "PULL UP"?

Now that I'm 30, I feel like I want to PULL UP the fullness of my life. I've been spending more time reflecting on myself and thinking about the future. Instead of just focusing on working hard, I want to enrich my overall lifestyle. If left to my own devices, my free time would just be a cycle of gaming, watching Netflix, and sleeping (laughs). But recently, I've been making a conscious effort to go out and meet all kinds of people to broaden my horizons. While this might be normal for most people, it's a fresh experience for me since I haven't done it much before. I simply enjoy talking to people now, and that's been a big change. I've also gotten into wine lately, in an effort to seem more mature
(laughs).

Message for fans

First of all, I'm truly sorry for causing everyone anxiety. But for now, all we can do is focus on what's within our control and move forward. Honestly, until we see how the company's structure and contracts shape up, no one knows exactly what the future holds.
While there might not be much we can do at the moment, all the members are thinking hard about how to create happy moments for both the fans and JUMP. We'll make sure to communicate each decision properly as we go, even if it's gradual.

In a world where it's hard to tell what's true and what's false, I hope you'll wait to hear directly from us. No matter what form our activities take, one thing won't change-we simply love performing and sharing those moments with our fans.

Concerts are such a special place where we can meet everyone directly, and that's truly a blessing. During this time together, I hope you can forget everything else and fully enjoy the space with us!