WEBVTT 00:00:00.000 --> 00:00:06.861 [COSTCO SUBS PRESENTS] 00:00:06.861 --> 00:00:11.657 [Interview with a new member] 00:00:12.510 --> 00:00:14.690 I'm Kenji Yoshihara. I'm 31 years old. 00:00:15.180 --> 00:00:16.660 I'm a musician. 00:00:17.390 --> 00:00:19.780 The band I'm playing in is called "SPiCYSOL." 00:00:20.470 --> 00:00:22.400 I'm the vocalist. 00:00:23.060 --> 00:00:29.420 We're playing a cross between R&B and surf music. 00:00:30.210 --> 00:00:39.170 [WHY DID YOU MOVE IN?] Needless to say, I hope we become much popular through Terrace House. 00:00:39.170 --> 00:00:46.620 We're just known by stylish people who love music so far. 00:00:47.270 --> 00:00:49.940 But I hope to become a household name... 00:00:51.220 --> 00:00:59.200 I want to play at a legit domed stadium, not just Budokan. 00:01:00.360 --> 00:01:04.349 Also, I hope to fall in love. 00:01:05.220 --> 00:01:10.420 [WHAT MADE YOU START MUSIC?] When I went on a field trip in middle school, I saw a friend playing the guitar, 00:01:10.880 --> 00:01:14.050 and I thought it was cool. 00:01:14.050 --> 00:01:16.780 Then my parents bought a guitar for me. 00:01:17.690 --> 00:01:20.270 When I went to karaoke with my friends from high school, 00:01:20.600 --> 00:01:24.590 Since a lot of students in my high school played in bands, 00:01:25.080 --> 00:01:28.910 they wanted me to try it too. 00:01:28.910 --> 00:01:35.830 They said, "If you can sing with your guitar, it'd be more fun." That's why I started. 00:01:36.800 --> 00:01:45.490 At the beginning, I moved up to Tokyo because I want to be a singer-songwriter like Jack Johnson. 00:01:45.740 --> 00:01:49.710 But 5 years passed where nothing happened. 00:01:50.130 --> 00:01:55.590 Then, I got to know the current members and formed the band. 00:01:56.030 --> 00:02:00.150 According to my research, Jack Johnson actually... 00:02:00.440 --> 00:02:07.140 he's a video director and a surfer as well. 00:02:07.590 --> 00:02:11.220 Plus he cherishes his family, and also he's a musician. 00:02:11.220 --> 00:02:14.000 Music is his last priority. 00:02:14.240 --> 00:02:21.310 Since most people in Japan prioritize work, 00:02:21.560 --> 00:02:24.970 I really admire his lifestyle. 00:02:25.610 --> 00:02:31.080 I want to live like him. That's why I started following him. 00:02:31.320 --> 00:02:34.110 He’s a big influence in my music. 00:02:35.090 --> 00:02:38.740 [ABOUT YOUR PAST RELATIONSHIP] My last relationship was 3 months ago. 00:02:39.540 --> 00:02:41.150 My ex is younger than me. 00:02:42.370 --> 00:02:48.300 And she’s gorgeous, like a model. 00:02:48.960 --> 00:02:53.250 But we didn’t really hit it off. 00:02:53.730 --> 00:02:57.070 I try not to use my singing as a way to get girls. 00:02:57.070 --> 00:03:02.300 So I purposely didn’t take her to karaoke before we started dating. 00:03:03.440 --> 00:03:06.070 But people around me found out anyway. 00:03:06.760 --> 00:03:11.030 She unexpectedly showed up to my live show, so at that time I did show off a bit. 00:03:11.640 --> 00:03:20.990 Basically, I want to date someone who sees me as a human, rather than a musician. 00:03:22.040 --> 00:03:28.140 [WHAT IS YOUR IDEAL ARTIST LIKE?] Generally, musicians in Japan can't be open about their love lives. 00:03:28.250 --> 00:03:33.000 The culture in Japan is to keep personal life separate from work. 00:03:33.000 --> 00:03:34.790 But I’m not like that. 00:03:35.240 --> 00:03:37.790 I’d like to be forthcoming with my love life. 00:03:38.370 --> 00:03:42.970 And if I meet someone who is compatible, I want to get married soon. 00:03:42.990 --> 00:03:47.090 I feel like it’d be a good opportunity for me. 00:03:47.110 --> 00:03:49.875 For better or for worse, Terrace House is an open environment. 00:03:50.420 --> 00:03:57.340 Actually, I want to become a musician that's good to his kids. 00:03:58.500 --> 00:04:05.470 I might become a unique musician in that aspect. 00:04:06.740 --> 00:04:09.400 It'd be fun if I could be that kind of musician... 00:04:09.790 --> 00:04:12.360 and if I end up falling for someone. 00:04:13.060 --> 00:04:15.600 [Translated and Timed by koma] [Reviewed by keitodesu]