Tuesday, May 31, 2011

[Magazine][ENG] 110518 2pm on Kan Fun Magazine



2PM, the bestly idols' first Japan tour turned out to be extremely successful.

The boys finally appeared on "PICK UP PHOTO" this time.

We had a shooting in studio in Tokyo. All the members were cheerful and the shooting went on very smoothly with their bright personalities. They talked about the tour as well.


----Tell me your impressions of your first tour in Japan.
Junho: I was very happy to visit each city in Japan. It was very new and fresh experience to me. The venues were very small so the fans and we could feel each other and enjoy the performances together.
Nichkhun: It was fun to feel the fans in such small venues. We should use this experience to make the next stages better.
Chan: Of course I enjoyed a lot visiting many cities and fans, but I am really happy that I had so many famous delicious dishes.
Taec: (In Japanese) I was so touched that many fans came to see our stage. The next tour is coming up soon. I am very excited about it.
Wooyoung: (In Japanese) I was very happy to enjoy the performance together with fans. Yes, that's all.

----Which city stands out in your memory?
Chan: (In Japanese) During this stay in Japan, Wooyoung and I went to *Onsen (*hot springs) near Tokyo. It was *Rakuraku actually. (*easy, comfortable/ In some other random interview he said it was the latest word in Japanese he's learned.)
Junho: (In Japanese) Me, Taecyeon and Nichkhun went to Disneyland. We had so much fun there.
Taec: (In Japanese) 12 people recognized us and I was so happy. I counted.
Nichkhun: Personally, I loved Sapporo. The weather was nice and the different types of food were delicious. (In Japanese) I liked Miso ramen, it was so good!!
Wooyoung:  For me, because I've been to Nagoya for Dream High shooting before, I have such a good impression there.
Junsu: Although I liked all the cities, Fukuoka was the most memorable one. The hotel was just in front of the ocean and I liked the view too.

----How was your health condition?
Junho: I was OK.
Taec: (In Japanese) I'm OK now, but 3 of us got flu during the tour.

----Who did?
Chan: Taecyeon, Junsu and Nichkhun.
Nichkhun & Wooyoung:  We had garlic injection.
Junho: Oh I can smell garlic...

----Many of your Japanese fans came to see you. What would you like to tell them?
Junho: At first, I am very thankful to you for coming. We started something new with Take Off, so I hope we will have other oppotunities to see you in the future.
Nichkhun: I hope that JYP Nation concert will be stunning.
Chan: (In Japanese) Thank you very much for having come. See you at the next tour.
Wooyoung: In fact, we are getting ready for the new single after Take Off. I am confident with this one, so please look forward to it.
Junsu: (In Japanese) I felt much love from the Japanese fans.

----Are there any differences between Japanese fans and Korean fans?
Junsu: Whichever country they are from, the heart they love us with is the same. We are always very thankful for it. (Members applause)

----JYP Nation...?
Taec: This coming August 17th and 18th, we will be holding events with our JYP family. A lot of JYPE artists will join in. We are preparing some performances that we cannot do with 6 members. Please look forward to it.

----Some messages to fans, please?
Junho: Let's Take Off together.
Nichkhun: Please cheer yourself up with listening to our single Take Off.
Chan: (In Japanese) I am looking forward to our future activities in Japan.
Taec: (In Japanese) Thank you so much for loving us, and love us even more, thank you.
Wooyoung: (In Japanese) I heard many of our fans bought Take Off, I sincerely thank you all.
Junsu: We, 2PM will always be pationate. Please listen to our music a lot.


Hi-Touch with 40,000 fans

2PM held a Hi Touch event in Yokohama on May 21st. 6 member kept smiling and hi-touching 40,000 fans for 6 hours until 5PM.


By the way, the first one to line up came at 7:30PM the day before. The members got so excited about the 2km long queue.


Junsu said "I felt so much love from the Japanese fans that Hi-Touch was not enough to communicate it." Wooyoung said "I'd like to make and show better performances in return for lining up and wait for so long."


In addition, the sales of Take Off reached 59.000 in the first week, and placed No4 on Oricon Ranking. This is the largest sales of Kpop artists' debut singles.

Source: 
images Yooko_11 
Jpn-Eng: sakiHa @2pmalways | Edit by Egle @2pmalways

[Magazine][ENG] 110522 2PM Haru*Hana - Personal Question

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Personal Questions Interview translated in English.


Personal Question
~~ JUNSU ~~

Q. Do you have any recommendations for movies, books or music lately?

A. I forgot the name of the book I was reading recently... Ah! I got it! The book is called "A Lover's Discourse: Fragments" (Editor’s Note: Original title: “Fragments d'un discours amoureux” by Roland Barthes) The story is very common, but it reminds me of the feelings when you love someone.

Q. Your foot size and eyesight?

A. The size of my feet is 27.5cm. My eyesight is 0.3~ 0.2. I usually use contact lenses, but right now I don’t. I can see a little.

Q. What was the most expensive thing you have ever bought?

A. I am not sure if it is expensive, but I think the present I bought for my parents with my first pay as a singer is the most worthwhile.I bought a pair of shoes and a wallet for my father and a handbag with a wallet for my mother. My mother had been using a wallet which I had given her when I was 8 years old.

Q. What is your "magical word"?

A. Let's win!

Q. Which member would you talk to when you are bothered?

A. We talk all together. But if it was about love problems, I would talk to whomever there was in the room at the time. I’ve never talked about it before though. LOL

Q. How much do you have in your wallet now?

A. I don't usually bring cash with me. Oh, wait. I have ?1000.000 of scholarship check in my wallet right not. LOL

Q. What would you like to give to your girlfriend?

A. A huge stuffed bear. I don't have a girlfriend though. LOL

Q. What would you like to cook for your girlfriend?

A. Tteokbokki

Q. If you were to send a flower to someone?

A. Pink rose

Q. What would you want if you could have "1 year amount of____"?

A. A year of holiday.... I'm kidding! LOL I want 100% cotton T-shirts.

Q. What's your cell phone's background?

A. My favorite brand, Original Fake's artist KAWS's art. It's my favorite and there're some shops in Japan too.

Q. What do you think you are lacking?

A. There are too many to tell. LOL Ah, I lack water! I need to drink as much as I can. LOL

Q. How do you feel about creating music with Oneway and other artists as "Jun.K"?

A. I am so glad! It's like a dream coming true, because I’ve always wanted to do this. I would love to create new songs in Japan as well. I am currently working on 2PM's songs, so please look forward to it! I am doing some dance tunes and ballads.

Q. Does Jun.K's [K] have a special meaning?

A. It's Kim Junsu's [K]

Q. Describe yourself in 3 words.

A. Music, medical technique, eccentric....LOL


Personal Question
~~ TAECYEON ~~

Q. Do you have any recommendations for movies, books or music lately?

A. I watched a movie called "Love and Other Drugs" on a plane recently. The story was mainly about love. It was heartbreaking.

Q. Tell us your foot size and eyesight?

A. The size of my feet is 28 cm. Eyesight is... bad. LOL I usually wear glasses, but I use contact lenses today.

Q. Which member would you talk to when you are bothered?

A. I don't talk to anyone in particular.... Well, I think I would talk to Nichkhun. Ever since we came to JYPE, we were in the same room, and we can speak in English.

Q. How much do you have in your wallet now?

A. I don't have any money. I have no Korean money, although I have some Japanese money, but I have no idea how much it is. LOL

Q. What would you want if you could have "1 yearly amount of____"?

A. Ramen!!

Q. What would you like to give to your girlfriend?

A. A necklace. I don't know if she would use it or not though.

Q. What would you want your girlfriend to cook for you?

A. I would be very happy with anything she cooks.

Q. What do you think you are lacking?

A. I worry about the future too much and hurry to make an effort. I think I'm impatient and want to amend things.

Q. Which song lifts up your spirits?

A. There is one good song of 2PM; since it's not been released yet I cannot tell you. Please wait and see.

Q. If you are to direct an MV, which song would like to do?

A. I'd love to direct DSCS MV.

Q. What's your cell phone's background?

A. A picture I took with Dream High cast and staff.

Q. What was the most expensive thing you have ever bought?

A. A laptop.

Q. What's your impression about Dream High?

A. I was very happy. I was very busy and couldn't sleep much back then, but that tiredness turned to be a great one. I really am happy and at ease.

Q. How was the kiss scene?

A. It was very clumsy. I was so shy, but Suzy and I tried hard to make a good scene.

Q. Describe yourself in 3 words.

A. Bright, 2PM, 24


Personal Question
~~NICHKHUN~~

Q. Do you have any recommendations for movies, books or music lately?

A. Paulo Coelho's book called "Like the Flowing River". Although I tweeted about this before, I highly recommend it.

Q. Tell us your foot size and eyesight.

A. 28cm. I don't really know about my eyesight, but I don't need to wear glasses. Doctor said I don't need them when I checked my eyesight before. LOL

Q. What was the most expensive thing you have ever bought?

A. I gave my mother a bag. Although I don't buy expensive brand items for myself, I do it only for presents. I rarely go out for shopping because I am busy and not good at selecting things.

Q. Which member would you talk to when you are bothered?

A. I talk to everyone, and it depends on what kind of problem it is.

Q. What would you like to give to your girlfriend?

A. I'd choose accessories, but I like surprise events, so I'd think about it after I get to know her well. I also want to buy something local when I go abroad. I bought a scarf for Victoria's birthday.

Q. What would you want your girlfriend to cook for you?

A. I’d want her to cook her favorite dish. Even though it might not be tasty, I would finish it for sure.

Q. How much do you have in your wallet right now?

A. I don't bring cash with me. I use credit card often. I don't care if I have only 6000w (for taking a taxi). LOL

Q. What's your cell phone's background?

A. A photo of an ocean. It's nice to look at.

Q. What do you think you are lacking?

A. I want to be more professional on stage. I am still not good enough at singing, dancing and manners.

Q. What do you keep in your mind to be flourished?

A. I have some tips, but I always keep a novelist's word in my mind. "Don't try to be a good person; you should be a good person all the time."

Q. Tell us about the choreography of Heartbeat.

A. Every time we come up on stage, we plan to do something special. We talk to each other before we show up on stage. I think we are the first ones who did forward roll on stage.

Q. Are you interested in acting field too?

A. I have always wanted to be an actor. It was my first time to appear on a drama as a cameo. I have no time to get lessons for acting, but I learn acting while watching movies. I will try acting in the future, just like Taecyeon did.

Q. Did you watch the scene you have appeared in?

A. Yes, I did. It was such a short shooting. LOL I was not well then, so we finished the shooting in 40mins and I went to the hospital straight after. I think that was good for my condition. LOL

Q. Describe yourself in 3 words.

A. Male, Passion, Honest



Personal Question
~~ WOOYOUNG ~~

Q. Do you have any recommendations for movies, books or music lately?

A. Even though it's not a Korean novel, I recommend a book called "11minutes". It's about love.

Q. Your foot size and eyesight?

A. 27cm. My eyesight is not very good so I use contact lenses. I don't know my exact eyesight because my doctor checks it for me. LOL

Q. What was the most expensive thing you have ever bought?

A. Microphone and electric piano.

Q. What is your favorite anime?

A. Slam dunk

Q. Which member would you talk to when you are bothered?

A. I talk to everyone if it relates our job. About love.... I have no time to fall in love. LOL

Q. How much do you have in your wallet now?

A. I have no yen, won or dollar. LOL I rarely use money. I usually use my credit card when I buy drinks.

Q. What would you like to give to your girlfriend?

A. I'd put a necklace on my girlfriend. I've never done this before though.

Q. What would you want your girlfriend to cook for you?

A. Tteokkuk. My parents came and cooked tteokkuk for me on the New Year’s Day. It would nice if my girlfriend could cook for me instead of my parents.

(Editor’s Note – Tteokkuk is a traditional Korean dish eaten during the celebration of the Korean New Year. It consists of the broth with thinly sliced rice cakes).

Q. What would you want if you could have "1 yearly amount of____"?

A. I want many T-shirts for working out because they wear out easily.

Q. What's your cell phone's background?

A. An art it says "music feel my soul". I change often into pictures of vintage car, music related arts or landscape photos.

Q. What do you think you are lacking?

A. Since I spend much time with the members, I'm not good at coping with the other friends. I'd rather take a rest than seeing my friends. I do want to see my friends, but my schedule is so tight.

Q. Do you have any close friends in this entertainment industry?

A. I became close to SNSD's Taeyeon because both of us did a TV program before. I don't have much except for her.

Q. What was your impression of a kiss scene with IU in Dream High?

A. The director asked me to kiss her on the lips, but I strongly refused. We both are so shy. LOL

Q. Tell me about your special face-wash.

A. It was my idea. I thought showing my real life is natural and fans would enjoy it.

Q. Describe yourself in 3 words.

A. Fish, Rhythm, Wooyoung


Personal Question
~~ JUNHO ~~

 Q. Do you have any recommendations for movies, books or music lately?

A. I often listen to Collin Raye. The jazzy rhythm is very nice to listen to.

Q. Your foot size and eyesight?

A. Foot size is... 27.5cm. Eyesight... I don't know. But my eyesight is good and I don't need glasses.

Q. What was the most expensive thing you have ever bought?

A. iPad.

Q. What is your "magical word"?

A. "Only 2PM can do this!"

Q. What is the highlight in Take Off’s choreography?

A. A catchy moves representing "departure"

Q. What is your favorite anime?

A. Doraemon, Hajime no Ippo, BLEACH

Q. If you were to direct an MV, which song would like to do?

A. I want to shoot a very futuristic MV for a song I composed.

Q. Which member would you talk to when you are bothered?

A. Chansung. We get on well and he keeps nodding while I'm talking.

Q. How much do you have in your wallet now?

A. I have only receipts in it right now.

Q. What would you like to give to your girlfriend?

A. I'd rather give something she needs than to surprise her. I would remember and consider her needs, what she uses in her daily life and what kind of things she likes.

Q. What would you want your girlfriend to cook for you?

A. I want my favorite, kimchi fried rice.

Q. What would you want if you could have "1 yearly amount of____"?

A. I'd use all of the items people could give me... I want cereal. LOL

Q. What's your cell phone's background?

A. My cat. I have a cat called Kkomaenggi.

Q. Which song lifts up your spirits?

A. Flo Rida's "Club Can't Handle Me"

Q. What do you think you are lacking?

A. Experience.

Q. Describe yourself in 3 words.

A. Fascination, Future, Love


Personal Question
~~ CHANSUNG ~~

Q. Do you have any recommendations for movies, books or music lately?

A. Buhwal's "Beautiful Truth". It's quite an old song, but it's very nice.

Q. Your foot size and eyesight?

A. Foot size is 28.5cm. Eyesight is 0.7-0.8.

Q. What was the most expensive thing you have ever bought?

A. I gave someone a laptop as a present before. I don't remember the price.

Q. Which member would you talk to when you are bothered?

A. I'd talk to everyone.

Q. How much do you have in your wallet now?

A. I don't have much money. LOL

Q. What would you like to give to your girlfriend?

A. I am not too sure because I don't have one right now. I think I would give something she uses often in her daily life.

Q. What would you want your girlfriend to cook for you?

A. I eat meat a lot, but I would be very happy with anything she’d cook for me. LOL

Q. What would you want if you could have "1 yearly amount of____"?

A. Oh well, I can't think of anything. LOL I would want a bookshelf to organize my books.

Q. What's your cell phone's background?

A. Members' head shot. LOL

Q. Which song lifts up your spirits?

A. Def Leppard's "Hysteria"

Q. What do you think you are lacking?

A. I think I lack cooperativeness because I like to go around by myself.

Q. If you are to direct an MV, which song would you like to do?

A. I would shoot a drama version of Heartbeat.

Q. What is your favorite anime?

A. ONE PIECE, Dragonball, Kiseiju

Q. If you were to send a flower to someone?

A. Gypsophila.

Q. What was your impression of kiss scene on Dream High?

A. It was supposed to be a hug, but the director changed it into a kiss scene. I was very nervous, but it turned to be a good scene.

Q. Each member's good points?

A. W- He has a quick wit. Su- He has a special gift. N- He is sensible. Ho- He is very manly. T- He is very friendly.

Q. Describe yourself in 3 words.

A. Bright, Dark, Multiple



Source: Jpn-Eng: sakiHa @2pmawalys | Edit by Egle @2pmalways | scanned by simseol @woogle 

[News][Teaser] Park Jinyoung unveils a short preview of 2PM's new song

Teasing fans for 2PM's most awaited comeback in South Korea, Park Jinyoung (JYP) uploaded a teaser video for their new song. On the 31st of May, Park Jinyoung updated his me2day account with a new video as he worked with Manny Marroquin, a Grammy winning mixing engineer, for 2PM's new album.

After recently promoting in Japan, it seems that 2PM is progressively preparing for their new album in South Korea as Park Jinyoung gives us a short hint of 2PM's new sound for their comeback.

What do you think of the snippet from 2PM's new song? Are you excited for their return?



Source: JYP's Me2day and Onedayislove

[News] 2PM celebrates their 1000th day since debut


On the 31st of May, 2PM celebrated their 1000th day anniversary as they updated their homepage with heartfelt messages dedicated to their fans.

Despite going through various struggles since starting in the music industry, 2PM individually left handwritten messages thanking fans for their support. Expressing their gratitude, Nichkhun started off by stating, "You've been through a lot~ But thank you for being by our side throughout it all! Take care always, and let's become rich together!! Fighting!"

Wooyoung followed suit with a lengthy post by stating, "Ddeuak~ 1000 days of 2PM already~!! We went through a lot and you've always been there for us...We're deeply moved♡ We're breaking sweat today as well to hear you shout our names! We'll work hard everyday till the end to hear you shout for us!! You'll be there with us too, won't you??^o^"

Keeping it short and simple, Taecyeon shared his greeting by saying, "1000th day!! So happy to be with you!!". In addition, Chansung expressed his thoughts by stating, "1000 days of 2PM! Thank you fans so much for being with us for 1,000 days, and let's have fun together for many more days to come!^^ I love you♡ "

Wishing to see more of their fans until their 10,000th day, Junsu revealed, "Let's celebrate 1000 days of 2PM together♡ Thank you so much for dashing along with us to this day, and see you there on the 10,000th day♡ Jun.K ALL The WAY." Junho further stated, "We've been together for 1000 days now^-^ Time flies real fast. Just like what we've learned from those past days, let's continue to be a couple that give faith and help to each other. Hottest fighting~!!^-^"

After reading these messages left by each member as they celebrated their 1000th day as a group, what are your thoughts on 2PM's new achievement in the industry?

Source: 2PMAlways

Thursday, May 26, 2011

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

[News] 2PM Debut Single Sells Most of Any Korean Group in First Week With 59,000 Copies


Originating from Korea, 6-member male dance group 2PM's Japan debut single "Take off" (released May 18) has made it's first entrance on the May 30 Oricon Weekly Single Chart at 4th place. 59,000 copies were sold in the first week, exceeding the 45,000 copies 9-member girl group SNSD sold for their Japan debut single "GENIE" (released September of last year) in its first week, thus recording the highest amount sold in the first week for any Korean group's debut single ever (excluding units, etc, derived from groups).

Called "Beast Idols" in Korea with their disciplined physical beauty and powerful, dynamic performances, 2PM is a 6-member group comprised of Taecyeon (22), Nichkhun (22), Wooyoung (22), Junho (21), Junsu (23), and Chansung (21). The release of their Japan debut DVD 'Hottest~2PM 1st MUSIC VIDEO COLLECTION & The History~' in November last year recorded the highest ranking of any Korean male group debut DVD at 4th place.

Source: Oricon
Translated by: dawnjelly @ Wild2Day.org

Monday, May 23, 2011

[News] 2PM’s Junho and After School make cameos in Eunjung’s horror movie

2PM’s Junho and girl group After School made cameo appearances in the upcoming horror flick, ‘White: Cursed Melody’.

According to the sponsor, CJ E&M’s movie department, Junho and After School are friends with the production team, and so as a favor to them, the idols made special appearances in the film.

In the movie, Junho appears as an MC for an idol-only program, ‘Challenge, Survival’ , and for the music program, ‘Music Fever.‘ It’s been said that Junho did an excellent job acting as a popular star idolized by all girl groups.

Meanwhile, After School will be performing their hit song ‘Bang’, but as the fictional girl group ‘Pure‘. As a popular group, they’ll illuminate the hatred and jealousy between rival groups backstage.

White: Cursed Melody’ (starring T-ara Eunjung, May Doni, and Jin Sae Yeon) presents a different horror story with idols’ cruel secret behind the stage. It will open in theaters on June 9th.

Source: allkpop

[News] 2pm Interview on "BOSS" official website

Korea's No. 1 boys group 2PM appears in "BOSS" episode 6!

After debuting in Korea in 2008, they stood in the limelight, making a breakthrough in one bound. They then swept away various awards, and now, having finally made their Japan debut in May this year, this boys group 2PM will appear on episode 6 of "BOSS".

In contrast with the original idol image, 2PM is a 6-member group called the "beastly idols" because of their wild, testosterone-filled vibe. These boys will star in an episode with our BOSS, Osawa Eriko (Amami Yuki) and the members of her division!

Their joint scene has 2PM doing their biggest seller: a cool and sexy performance. How will it turn out? Check out the details in the episode airing on 26 May (Thurs). Now, we shall introduce 2PM's comments about their appearance!



Special interview with 2PM
We've asked the group a few questions! >>>>>



Q1. What was it like, appearing in "BOSS"?
TAEC: I was shocked when I heard about our appearance, but it's truly an honor. 
CHAN: I'll do my very best to be of some help to the cast.
JUNHO: I'm just so very honored to have the opportunity to appear in a popular Japanese drama, and I'm also really happy that the lead actress, Amami Yuki-san, treated us kindly.
KHUN: I'm very honored, and I hope we can try out more Japanese dramas from here on.
JUNSU: I'm extremely happy and honored that we can appear in the drama as 2PM.
WOO: At first, I was really shocked to hear about our appearance in "BOSS", and it drove me to work harder on Japanese. I think I still have a lot to learn, so I'll work even harder with the hopes that we'll get a casting call again.

Q2. All of you appeared as yourselves, but please tell us the highlights of that scene.
TAEC: The zombie dance, the group acrobatics, and last of all... the part where we rip our clothes open. (laughs)

Q3. Japanese fans participated in the shoot as well. What was it like, interacting with them?
CHAN: We didn't expect so many fans to come, so we were quite surprised. We gained strength from their support, so we managed to work even harder.

Q4. If you could appear in a Japanese drama in the future, what role would you want to play?
CHAN: I'd like to star in many kinds of dramas, but more than that, I'm very grateful for the opportunity to have activities in Japan.
TAEC: Considering it realistically.... I'd like to play a Korean character. (laughs) I want to play the role of a Korean who studied Japanese and came to Japan, with the hopes that the role can give courage to these people in real life.
WOO: I love the drama called "Hotaru no Hikari", starring Ayase Haruka-san, so I hope to play a character that's just as innocent and cheerful.
JUNSU: I've never actually thought about that, but... if I had to choose, I'd like to try playing a Japanese high school student.
KHUN: I'm still lacking in Japanese, so a character I could play at this point would be, of course, a foreigner.
JUNHO: I wanted to try playing a high school student too...
KHUN: So appear in the drama as Junsu's friend. (laughs)
JUNHO: Okay. I also want to take on a character like Ryuzaki* in "Death Note". I really like that sort of vibe.

Q5. Please give a message to the viewers of "BOSS".
TAEC: I think a lot of people will learn about us for the first time by watching "BOSS". We're always working hard to give a passionate stage performance, so if this piques your interest, I hope you can support us. Please give us a lot of love.
CHAN: For those who are watching us for the first time, you may find us a little strange, but once you get to know us well, maybe you'll think we're actually not bad. (laughs) Please continue to support us.
WOO: Our appearance in the drama was brief, so it may be hard to know everything about us from that scene. We'll do our very best in our activities from here on, so I hope that, in the future, you could spend a lot of time watching and learning about us.
JUNSU: It'd be great if you could understand that we're a performance group by watching the drama. We have different performances too, depending on the song, so I hope you will keep watching us.
KHUN: We've released a single called "Take Off", so if any of you take a liking to us after watching "BOSS", please check it out. Please give us your support!
JUNHO: We want to give everyone in Japan great songs to listen to. We'll do our best!

*T/N: "Ryuzaki" is one of the many aliases of a character called "L" from the popular Japanese manga, "Death Note".


Source: "BOSS" official website
Translation by fantaisie @ W2D

Sunday, May 22, 2011

[News] 2pm, first High Five meeting gathers 40,000 for a queue over 2 km long


With the nickname of "Beast Idols," the 6-member Korean group 2PM held a high five meeting in commemoration of the release of their Japan debut single "Take off" at Pacifico Yokohama in Kanagawa with a crowd of 40,000 fans. Before anyone could enter the venue, [the fans] queued up in a line over 2 kilometers long, to which Taecyeon commented gratefully, "I'm really surprised to see that so many fans have come," and from start to finish they high fived the fans one by one without ever showing fatigue.

The limited first press versions of type A and type B, as well as the regular version of "Take off" each contain 1 random "High Five Meeting! Special Photo Card" (7 in all), and to participate in this event, those who received a member solo card (6 in all) could high five whichever member was in the picture.

Hinting at his desires for their Japan debut single "Take off" that was released on May 18, Taecyeon said, "It really means a lot to us that we were able to debut in Japan. Please support our [single] 'Take off.'" Concerning the catchphrase "Beast Idols," Chansung enthusiastically stated, "I think it's truly an honor. We won't just have a beast idol image in the future; I believe we'll be able to show everyone many more images."

Not too long ago they held their first nationwide tour of Japan '2PM 1st JAPAN TOUR 2011 "Take off,"' and in reply to the requests of fans, they performed an additional concert at Chiba's Makuhari Messe Event Hall, to which Junho said happily: "It was really amazing that we were able to have an additional concert, thanks to all the fans," and in a soft, maknae-like way, Chansung said, "I was pleased that the Japanese food I ate during the tour was really tasty."

Furthermore, when asked what Japanese they've memorized recently, they enlivened the venue with their replies: Taecyeon said, "Issekinichou (killing two birds with one stone)," Nichkhun said, "Minasan no okage de boku wa ureshii desu (I'm happy because of all of you)," Wooyoung said, "Oshare (stylish)," Junho said, "Fuwafuwa (fluffy)," Junsu said, "Chutoro. Not otoro, but chutoro," and Chansung said, "Rakuraku (comfortably)."

In addition, they will make an appearance at the 'JYP NATION in Japan 2011' event to be hold at the Saitama Super Arena on August 17 for 2 days.

[t/n: chutoro & otoro = both are tuna belly, but otoro is higher quality/more fatty]

Source: Oricon
Translated by: dawnjelly @ Wild2Day.org

[Magazine][Scans] 110522 Haru*Hana Magazine vol.5

CREDIT: YooKo (SOURCE) ; 2ONEDAY.COM (REUP)

Personal Questions Interview translated in English. Click here.

















[Magazine] 2PM Oricon Style Magazine: Interview #05



#05 Weekly 2PM
Let's have a 2PM lesson

2PM's Honest Thoughts: The Secret Reports
We'll find out their true nature!!


2PM will debut in Japan on 18 May. Starting from the 3rd round of interviews, we're going to do a close up on each member to further source out their true nature. For the 5th round, we're zooming in on Wooyoung and Junsu. Please check out what the other members have to say about them too.

~*WOOYOUNG*~
The moodmaker
who cheers up everyone around him!

"Instead of hiding it, I want to show everyone what I'm really like as a boy of my age!"

---What made you interested in the entertainment world?
WOO: I auditioned when I was 15, but I started dancing at a much younger age. By performing self-choreographed dances at school assemblies and such, I always had dancing and music by my side no matter what I did.

---You're a vocalist in 2PM as well. Do you take any particular steps for singing?
WOO: I love black music and R&B, so that has made some influence on me. I try to bring out that taste in my vocals when I sing. I also take great care of my throat by not speaking for 2 hours in the morning, and doing throat stretches for about 30 ~ 40 minutes everyday. I avoid sour and salty food, too.

---How very stoic! But with your cheery disposition, you have the presence of a moodmaker within the group, don't you?
WOO: Do I? I don't consciously try to make people laugh, but I do enjoy an atmosphere where everyone is laughing and having a good time, so maybe I naturally become more cheerful too. I'm actually shy and bad at expressing myself, though. (laughs)

---Really?
WOO: I'm bad at conveying my real emotions, so even if I, say, gave my family a call, I wouldn't be able to tell them I was happy to hear their voices, even though I really was. I don't think that's a good thing, so now I do my best to put on a bright expression and convey my true feelings to others.

---From now on, how would you like to express yourselves as a member of 2PM?
WOO: I think we have a manly image as "beastly idols" in Japan, but I hope people can see more of our true nature in the future. Instead of hiding it, I want to show everyone what I'm really like as a boy of my age.

The members talk: what kind of person is Wooyoung?
CHAN: His amazing sense of humor is addictive to everyone around him!
JUNSU: Adorable and cute!
JUNHO: Basically a funny person!
KHUN: A mother.
TAEC: Funny.


~*JUNSU*~
2PM's lead vocalist
A genius who can even arrange songs!

"I announced to my family, 'I want to be a singer!' when I was in the 3rd grade of elementary school (laughs)"

---You listened to Stevie Wonder's songs when you were a child. Was that the reason why you aimed to be a singer?
JUNSU: That's right. I was really moved by the song "Lately" when I heard it for the first time in the 3rd grade of elementary school, so I chose music as my career path. That's probably when I announced to my family, "I want to be a singer!" (laughs) After that, I listened to a lot of Teddy Pendergrass and female vocalists like Whitney Houston.

---What was the first song you ever composed?
JUNSU: I was a 1st year in high school. The medium tempo ballad I composed for music class was my first.

---You're the lead vocalist in 2PM, but what do you consider important when expressing your vocals as a member of the group?
JUNSU: First, you have to think of it as a performance. It's not just dancing and acrobatics, but also singing, with a combination of harmonization and rap. I think this is a performance that can't be done without all 6 members. Moreover, when we perform together, it feels like we can exchange a great amount of energy with each other. We have to do a lot of intense things, but I can get my energy from them.

---In that case, what value do you place in your solo activities?
JUNSU: The value in doing music that's of a different taste from 2PM's, I think. I'm also writing my own songs, after all. There's probably the importance of balancing group and solo activities as well.

---Could you tell us the good and bad aspects of your personality?
JUNSU: My good points are that I'm positive and optimistic. My bad point is that I tend to forget things. (laughs)

The members talk: what kind of person is Junsu?
CHAN: In one phrase: "A funny person who loves music" (laughs)
JUNHO: Great at singing!
WOO: He can read the mood in the air and make things fun.
KHUN: An uncle in the family. (laughs)
TAEC: Prankster.


The sensational six have finally debuted in Japan!
2PM
After 5 weeks of analyzing 2PM's true nature, they have finally made their debut with "Take Off" on 18 May. Now we'll ask all the members about how they watched dramas and studied the language for their first Japanese lyrics, as well as how they feel about their Japan debut! Please check out the interview as they share their thoughts befitting the last of this series.


"We'd like to showcase not just our images as stars, but also our more ordinary and natural side."

---On 18 May, you will debut in Japan with a Japanese song. What kind of impression do you have of the music scene here?
TAEC: Japan basically has a diverse range of music genres. There's idol-ish pop songs, hip hop songs, dance songs, ballads, rock, R&B...... there's all kinds. That's why we also have to adapt to that sort of diversity by showing various sides of ourselves, not just the one we've always focused on. I'm looking forward to that.
JUNHO: I get the feeling that Japan's music market is quite matured. Even though there's so many genres, it's amazing that each and every kind of music has its own loving fans.
CHAN: It seems like all the artistes have their own unique personalities and they use that original individuality to appeal to people.

---Since you're on a new playing field, are there any challenges you'd like to take on?
TAEC: Rather than consider new challenges for ourselves, we should focus on how to infiltrate Japan's music scene. For example, our Korean debut single, "10 out of 10 (10/10)" has relatively simple harmonization and choreography. We started from a catchy performance, before gradually widening our range to show people that we're capable of other things too. That's why I think it might be a good idea to kick off with something that's easy to imitate.
JUNHO: Also, each of the members are modeling and appearing in dramas in Korea, so it'd be great if we could take part in different activities in Japan as well.

---For the recording of "Take Off", was the language the hardest part?
TAEC: It was. The Japanese pronunciation was difficult. It was especially so for me, because I do the rap, and the progression of words in rap is fast.
JUNSU: Right, that must've been tough.
TAEC: Yeah. I suffered the most 'cause I had to speedily pronounce a language I wasn't familiar with. (wry smile)
CHAN: I had a problem with pronunciation too, but singing is all about expressing emotion that matches the melody, so balancing that expression of emotions with the pronunciation was what I found difficult. That's why I practised with the lyrics written in Korean on the side.

---Did you find the Japanese language interesting while you were singing?
http://monson01.blog.me/: I did. It was definitely hard to rap in Japanese, but that didn't discourage me into thinking I was bad at the language. It just fueled my desire to become much better.
CHAN: Take for instance, me using Japanese with a Japanese person. The Japanese person then understands my Japanese and responds in Japanese. When we have that kind of exchange, we'd think, "Ah, we're communicating!" and find the language fun.
JUNSU: Chansung is studying Japanese very seriously.

---What are your favorite phrases in the new song "Take Off"?
TAEC: Junho's part, where he goes, (sings) "Kore wo unmei to~" (This is fate~) It's not my part (laughs) but I love it.
CHAN: For me, it's (sings) "Mahou no kotoba" (magic words). That's my part. (laughs)
JUNSU: I like Chansung's part. The one that goes, (sings) "I'll be" (after a breath) "with you".
ALL: (crack up)
KHUN: I like (sings) "Senaka oshite yo" (Give my back a push). That's my part.
JUNHO: In that case, I'll go for one of the focal points in this song, (sings) "Buddy".
WOO: I like the phrase "Take off". The reason is because no one else has said that. (laughs) Kidding, kidding! I like the melody and chords there.

---What was your first impression of this song?
JUNSU: My first impression was, honestly, that the song needed a more intense impact to it. But as I sang it, I began to get the feeling of exhilaration. That's when I decided it was a good song.

---Could each of you tell us whose singing voice you like, other than your own?
KHUN: I like Junho's voice. I think it's charming.
JUNHO: Thank you. (laughs)
JUNSU: I like Wooyoung's voice. It has a great brazen quality to it. (laughs)
TAEC: I like Nichkhun's voice.
CHAN: It's Junsu's voice for me. Amongst the 6 of us, his voice leaves the strongest impression. He can also hold a note all the way to the end.
WOO: For me, I like all the members' voices. Junsu said my voice sounds brazen just now; is that supposed to be a compliment? (laughs)

---Isn't it good to have a brazen voice? That means it has power to it, right?
JUNSU: (laughs) Sorry, I didn't express myself properly just now. I was trying to say that his voice is husky and wild. It's a compliment, of course. (laughs)

---Can we see a lot of you in your natural state for the DVD?
JUNHO: I think the fans are also curious, so we intend to showcase much more of ourselves. Not just our images as stars, but also our more ordinary and natural side, with the hopes that people can relate to us.
CHAN: Our image as "beastly idols" pertains to our performances. Our casual nature off stage and our strong image on stage - I'd like people to enjoy both sides of us.

Source: Oricon Style Magazine
Scans from hiyoko45
Translated by fantaisie @ Wild2Day.org

Saturday, May 21, 2011

[Magazine][ENG] 2PM on TV Guide 5/21-5/27 Issue




Wooyoung’s personality in the eyes of the members.

Q. Charms?
Chansung: Witty.
Junsu: Overflowing sense of humour.
Nichkhun: Fun!
Junho: Active, sincere and single-minded
Taecyeon: Wherever he is, he makes people laugh.

Q. Weak points?
Chansung: None.
Junsu: None.
Nichkhun: Wooyoung jokes around too much. (laughs)
Junho: None.
Taecyeon: It’s not a weak point, but he can dance in a funny way. (laughs)


Chansung’s personality in the eyes of the members


Q. Charms?
Wooyoung: Since he’s very sensitive, he carefully picks up his words in order not to hurt the person he is speaking to.
Junsu: Cute.
Nichkhun: Very cute with lots of sweetness.
Junho: Has a sensitive nature.
Taecyeon: He is sweet.

Q. Weak points?
Wooyoung: None.
Junsu: None.
Nichkhun: He can’t get up fast in the morning. (laughs)
Junho: None.
Taecyeon: He is too sweet. (laughs) In a way that it is advantage and disadvantage at the same time. (laughs)


Nichkhun's personality in the eyes of the members 


Q. Charms?
Chansung:  He’s very considerate.
Wooyoung: He’s committed to whatever he does and is very considerate.
Junsu: Gentlemanlike.
Junho: Gentlemanlike and very considerate.
Taecyeon: Beautiful face. (laughs)

Q. Weak points?
Chansung:  None.
Wooyoung: None.
Junsu: None.
Junho: None.
Taecyeon: If you try to converse with him when he needs to sleep, he’s spaces out like a grandpa. (laughs)


Junsu’s personality in the eyes of the members


Q. Charms?
Chansung: He is very talented.
Wooyoung: He knows interesting stories and always brightens up the atmosphere.
Nichkhun: Very good at singing.
Junho: He’s a hard working person, sings great.
Taecyeon: Pretty voice.

Q. Weak points?
Chansung: Junsu-hyung… has none.
Wooyoung: Same, none.
Nichkhun: He’s good at forgetting things. (laughs)
Junho: None.
Taecyeon: The only pretty thing is his voice. (laughs)


Junho’s personality in the eyes of the members


Q. Charms?
Chansung: Manly.
Wooyoung: Very manly, he has both – tough and delicate sides.
Junsu: Hardworking.
Nichkhun: Good at acrobatics~!
Taecyeon: Manly.

Q. Weak points?
Chansung: Eats a lot of greasy food.
Wooyoung: None.
Junsu: None.
Nichkhun: Very sincere. (laughs)
Taecyeon: He heats up too fast? (laughs)


Taecyeon’s personality in the eyes of the members


Q. Charms?
Chansung:  Comforting and friendly.
Wooyoung: Always knows exactly what he likes
Junsu: Manly and cute
Nichkhun: Very powerful.
Junho: Calm and trustworthy.

Q. Weak points?
Chansung: Taecyeon-hyung… has none.
Wooyoung: None.
Junsu: None.
Nichkhun: Since he’s so cool, could it be that not having any weak points is also a weak point? (laughs)
Junho: None.

 .....................  
- It’s been three years since your debut. The Korean music scene top beastly idol group 2PM is releasing a debut single in Japan.
Nichkhun: The pronunciation was a bit difficult, but it became a very enjoyable song.
Taecyeon: Please pay attention to the lyrics of the song when you listen to it, they give you strength!

- In Korea you were releasing strong artist-oriented songs full of tragic beauty. This time we see a different side of 2PM.
Junsu: It’s a big challenge. It’s a song overflowing with freshness!
Junho: It’s a bright and fresh song which appeals to your heart!
Chansung: If we were to compare it to our Korean songs, perhaps our previous compositions might seem to be very strong, but this song’s lyrics and composition also have a deep meaning. So, please listen to it closely.
Nichkhun: This time even dance choreography is easy. Please look forward to it!

- The song has refreshing and positive lyrics where the most impressive parts talk about “dreams”. What is a dream for you?
Wooyoung: I want 2PM to become the best group.
Junsu: I would be happy if our music became a part of the culture.
Junho: I want to make music which can become the people’s support, so that when they listen to 2PM’s songs they could smile.

- They are also looking forward to their activities in Japan.
Wooyoung: We’re honoured that we can have activities in Japan. We’re happy and can’t contain our excitement.
Chansung: Already very excited, and we want to work hard in order to show our best!
Taecyeon: Please look forward to 2PM’s passionate and powerful performance!!

Source: 2pmalways