JUJU
Singer

──Your resolution for 2011?

To live a life free of unnecessary desires.

MUSIC

“Love Deluxe”
Sade
Epic

It's become a staple for me around this time of year.

BOOK

“Tokyo Bandwagon”
Author | Yukiya Shoji
Shueisha

Guaranteed to leave you feeling warm and fuzzy with every read!

MOVIE

“A CHORUS LINE”
Director | Richard Attenborough
Tohokushinsha

I'm captivated every time I watch it. It's also very motivating...

Yasuhiro Mihara
Designer

──Your resolution for 2011?

To believe only in creativity.

MUSIC

“the Suburbs”
Arcade Fire
Merge Records

It reflects my current mood.

BOOK

“Slightly Out of Focus”
Author | Robert Capa
Bungeishunju

Recently, a war photographer appeared on TV, and I was impressed by how thoughtfully he spoke.
I want to reread it now.

MOVIE

“Once”
Director | John Carney
Showgate

I dislike romance films, but I love this one. I guess I like flawed men.

Keiko Toda
Actress

──Your resolution for 2011?

Above all, I sincerely wish for good health.
Professionally, I want to take on many challenges again this year and cherish each encounter.
I also plan to further dedicate my efforts to supporting children through initiatives like the Kinder Film Festival and Love Junkies.
I look forward to your continued support this year.

Drama “Misaki Number One!!” (Nippon TV) Premieres January 12, 2011 (Wed) at 10:00 PM
● Film “Byakuyako” Opens January 29, 2011 (Sat)
● Film “Yougashiya Coeur” Opens February 11, 2011 (Fri)

MUSIC

“GIRLS TALK”
KARA
Universal Sigma

I've been hooked on them lately. KARA always cheers me up.

BOOK

“The Gift of the Magi”
Author | O. Henry
Tomiyama Shoten

It warms the heart without fail.

MOVIE

“THIS IS IT”
Director | Kenny Ortega
Sony Pictures Entertainment

I saw it three times in theaters and would watch it again and again.

Toshio Matsuura
DJ & Creative

──Your resolution for 2011?

2011 marks my 20th year since starting music production, so I plan to focus on creating music again after a long time.
I also aim to create more opportunities to share the music I believe in with a wider audience in public spaces, so I appreciate your continued support.

MUSIC

“Tango 3.0 Deluxe Limited Edition”
Gotan Project

This is a special edition of Gotan Project's latest album, which was also featured on OPENERS.
It includes the original album, plus a bonus CD with remixes and unreleased tracks by artists popular mainly in Europe, and beautiful, sensual visual cards typical of their style. If the aforementioned film is called the history of tango, then these artists represent its evolution.

BOOK

“Astor Piazzolla: The Fighting Tango”
Author | Mitsumasa Saito
Seidosha

The life and works of the maverick who revolutionized tango.
For a New Year's immersion in tango, this is the perfect conclusion.

MOVIE

“Argentine Tango: Legendary Maestros”
Director | Miguel Kohon
Star Sands

A miraculous collaboration of great artists who made their mark on the history of Argentine tango. This is a deeply moving documentary that showcases the essence of tango through proud testimonies and performances. It's a fitting film for the solemn atmosphere of the New Year.

Yuri Nomura | NOMURA Yuri
Food Director

──Your resolution for 2011?

To be warm and expansive, towards people, myself, and ideas.
To become an enthusiast for one thing.

MUSIC

“is and always was”
Daniel Johnston
High Wire Music

A genius.
Perhaps due to his ultimate innocence,
or perhaps because of his emotional instability,
his unique sound makes him an artist who seems to walk a fine line,
and that precarious balance might just be the source of his genius.

BOOK

“eatlip gift”
Author | Yuri Nomura
Magazine House

I created this with the hope that it would be a book you'd keep by your side for a long time as a practical guide. It features high-quality paper and a design that allows the pages to lie flat for easy reading. Beyond the recipes I've collected over the years and the vibrant food photography, I hope you'll also feel the atmosphere of the scenes. Along with the photographs by Rieko Nagashima, I hope it becomes a cherished companion for everyone, regardless of gender.

MOVIE

“180° SOUTH”
Director | Chris Malloy
Grassroots / Style Jam

This is the story of the journeys of the founders of Patagonia and The North Face. It reminds us of the importance of experiencing the unknown parts of our world, whether through everyday adventures or quests for undiscovered regions, and ultimately, of knowing and feeling the truth for ourselves.