[COSTCO SUBS PRESENTS]

[Interview with a new member]

I'm Kenji Yoshihara. I'm 31 years old.

I'm a musician.

The band I'm playing in is called "SPiCYSOL."

I'm a vocalist.

We're playing a cross between R&B and surf music.

[WHY YOU MOVE IN?]
Needless to say, I hope we become
much popular through Terrace House.

We're just known by stylish people who love music so far.

I hope to become a household name...

I aim to play at a domed stadium but Budokan.

Also, I hope to fall in love.

[WHAT MADE YOU START MUSIC?]
When I went on a field trip of middle school, 
I saw a friend playing the guitar.

I thought it was cool.

My parents bought a guitar for me.

When I went to Karaoke with my friend from high school-

Actually a lot of students
in my high school played in bands.

Then, they told me to start to play.

They said, "If you can sing with your guitar, it'd be more fun." That's why I started.

At the beginning, I moved up to Tokyo because I want to be a singer-songwriter like Jack Johnson.

But things haven't begun to work out to me for 5 years.

Then, I met the current members and formed the band.

According to my research, Jack Johnson actually...

he's a video director and a surfer as well.

Plus he cherishes his family, and also he's a musician.

Music is his last priority.

You know, many people in Japan prioritize their job.

I was really impressed with his way of life.

I want to live like him. That's why I followed him.

Also that's why I aspired a musician.

[ABOUT YOUR PAST RELATIONSHIP]
My last relationship was 3 months ago.

My ex is younger than me.

She's kind of model.

We didn't really hit it off.

He hardly takes advantage of his singing when asking girls out.

I dared not to go karaoke with the girl 
before we were in a relationship.

But recently I was found out my music activity,

When the girl unexpectedly came to my live show, I sometimes took advantage of my singing.

Basically, I want to date someone who comes
to like me as a human but a musician.

[WHAT IS YOUR IDEAL ARTIST LIKE?]
In generally, musicians in Japan can't be open about their love lives be, right?

There is a cultural background in Japan.
Many musicians keep their personal life separate from work.

But, I'm not the type.

I’d like to be forthcoming with my love life.

If I meet someone who is compatible, 
I want to get married soon.

I feel like it’d be a good opportunity for me.

For better or for worse, 
Terrace House is a open environment.

Actually, I want to become a musician that's good to his kids.

I might become a unique musician in that aspect.

It'd be fun if I can be the kind of musician...
also if I find someone attractive.

[Translated and Timed by koma]
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