Fantasy Starmarie

1st Star: Starmarie and that Boy

2:00 pm JP
JAL, Japan Airline.
I just got off the plane and I'm making my way out of the airport. "Man, it's a good thing I studied Japanese language before going here, there's almost no English signs here. Anyways, I hope she's doing fine."

2:00 pm JP
Rehearsing studio.
"Non-chan, you shouldn't be slacking off right now, we still have much training to do." A girl with a towel over her head approached another girl lying on the floor. "But I'm too tired nooooow Shino.... I feel I can melt anytime soon. Hiichan, you feel it too right?" Nozomi replied while waving to a girl drinking a glass of water. "I'm tired, but we can't rest for now, specially that we have to perform tomorrow." Hiroka replied after putting down her drink. "Hiichan's right Non-chan, we can rest after we're done with the performance." Monya added. "Fine fine... I'm getting up." Nozomi yielded. "Good, now let's get back to practice!" Shino clapped her hands.

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4:00 pm Akihabara JP
As I walk on the streets of Akihabara, I can't help but notice that most of the people here are either in cosplay, wearing unusual fashion clothes, or people who have too much merchandise. Well, that's Akihabara for you, the center of modern culture of Japan and where some unique hobbies can be found. I was just wandering around thinking what could be interesting to do, then I saw a crowd flocking the front of a store. Apparently it's a studio where idols perform with live audience. I particularly don't have any interest in idols but it peaks my curiosity on how good the idols are and they can attract this much people. Since my real reason in going to Japan is going to take some time, I decided to familiarize myself around some areas. Since I have nothing else to do, I decided to watch the idols' performance.

5:13 pm Inside the studio
Show's starts at 6:30pm but due to the huge crowd, some people come in early so that they can easily enter and find a good seat. I found myself standing almost at the back. I didn't mind it since I'm just in to satisfy my curiosity. "Hey mistah, ar yu arown...." A man with a bandana called out to me, he's trying to talk in english. "Yes, I'm alone." I replied in Japanese. "Oh, you can actually speak Japanese. Good! Is this the first time you come and watch a live?" The man asked. "Yes, it's my first time. I just curious how we the group will perform." I  replied again. "Is that so? I'll tell you, they're really good. They'll make you smile when they sing." He told me eagerly. "By the way, I am Takatani Yosuke and I'm a member of a group here that cheers them when they perform." He added. "Oh, I'm Kentz Quinn, pleasure to meet you Takatani-san." I bowed my head. "Oh what a respectful kid." He bows back. "Hey Kentz-san, would you like to come to my group's area? It would be fun if you could join us in cheering." He asked. "I could try cheering, but isn't this cheering in unison? I don't even know how to cheer." I replied. "Don't worry, it's just like a regular concert, you just have fun and the rest will come to you." Takatani insisted. "Then I'll be joining you, Takatani-san." I replied. "Good! You can wear this and hold this." Takatani handed me a shirt that says Starmarie and a pair of glowsticks. Apparently, it's kind of a thing in Japan to use glowsticks while listening to the singer, either they dance or wave them. "Thank you so much." As I get the items. "Well, better get change, we'll look forward in cheering with you later.

6:10 pm Studio
I am getting acquainted with the group Takatani-san is in. They're very kind and warm. They show a good amount of enthusiasm before the show starts and most are jumpy with excitement. "They sure are popular huh?" I asked myself. "They are super popular, majority of their songs are on the top charts in the music billboards." Takatani suddenly spoke to me. "I see, well, it's too late for me to back out, I hope I enjoy the show as much as you guys do." I replied. "Hahahahahaha! Sure you will, just watch." Takatani pats me at my  back. Suddenly the whole place went dark, flashing lasers are moving across the whole stage and the crowd just started cheering. Then on a big screen, a logo with the word Starmarie flashed. The cheer went louder. I can't say I'm not impressed, the people's reactions are just wild.