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2010-08-20T19:10:00.002+08:00

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2009-08-19T15:34:00.001+08:00

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[News] Japanese writer of Korea-Japan joint production “Heaven’s Postman” : “TVXQ’s Hero Jaejoong was great in acting”

2009-08-19T14:19:00.001+08:00

According to the officials on the 17th, in last June when the staffs were watching the premiere of Tele Cinema trailer video including Japan staff writer Eriko Kitagawa, the Japanese writer said, “I think Jaejoong suits the image of his drama character well. I feel the character of drama is saved (by Jaejoong). I’m looking forward to it.” revealing a positive response.

“Heaven’s Postman” is written by Eriko Kitagawa who is known for writing Japan popular drama “Long Vacation” and directed by PD Lee Hyeong-min who is known for his KBS2TV drama “I’m Sorry I Love You.”

This drama is the first challenge for the male lead Kim Jaejoong whose role is as a soul drifting in real world, carrying a mysterious-feeling character. While the heroine is led by Han Hyo-joo who already gained quite fame in Japan for her role in PD Yoon Suk-ho drama “Spring Waltz”.

The reaction of audience regarding Heaven’s Postman:

Through Tele Cinema 7 dramas focus group to measure audience rating in progress, Samhwa Network publisher announced that “Heaven’s Postman” currently occupies 2nd place. The first rank of audience rating is grabbed by “Triangle”, starring actors Ahn Jae-wook and Kang Hye-jeong.

Meanwhile, Tele Cinema which is a coorporation project of Japan’s top seven popular drama writers and Korean wave’s producers and artists will greet the audiences through screen starting September this year while Heaven’s Postman starring Hero Jaejoong and Han Hyo-joo will air in the end of October at the earliest, by SBS.

source: SPN News
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[Pictures] 090819 Jaechun @ Gimpo Airport (Back to Japan) - Part 2

2009-08-19T14:06:00.004+08:00

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[Pictures] 090819 Jaechun @ Gimpo Airport (Back to Japan)

2009-08-19T13:30:00.008+08:00

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[Translation] 090818 Three More Golds for THSK

2009-08-19T13:28:00.001+08:00

TVXQ adds an album, a single and a DVD to their list of releases that reached Gold as approved by the Recording Industry Association of Japan

The Recording Industry Association of Japan has acknowledged a million singles and albums sold, namely TVXQ's Five in the Black album released March of last year, Stand By U single released in July and launched in August of last year, TVXQ's 3rd Live Tour T. These releases have exceeded the 100,000 mark and is now recognized as Gold.

Moreover, this has made the fact that three of the members of TVXQ, Yoochun, Junsu and Jaejoong applied for a provisional injuction of their exclusive contracts, even more eye-catching. In Japan, TVXQ's popularity continues to grow despite increasing speculation of the future.

Meanwhile, TVXQ members Jaejoong, Yoochun and Junsu's submission of an Evidence Preservation application has been accepted by the court. Therefore SME and the members are doing the negotiations gently.

The three members went to the Seoul District Court last July 31 to apply for a provisional injunction to stop their exclusive contracts with SME, sending a shock in the entertainment industry. It was revealed that until the Evidence Preservation application was filed, it has been realized that the situation is more serious than expected.

The court accepted the application and the SME side was asked to submit relevant documents. Evidence Preservation states that all income and expenditure accounting, the contracts, receipts, vouchers must be given up.

Accordingly, it seems that a new phase of this case is to be expected as the revenues of the group and distribution of finances are released.

Source: newsen
Translation: ELUNE @ OneTVXQ.com
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[Pictures] More New What's In Magazine - Sept 09 Issue

2009-08-19T13:10:00.001+08:00

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[Scans] Tohoshinki in What's In Magazine September 2009 Issue

2009-08-19T13:07:00.001+08:00

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[Translation] 090803 Junsu-Jaejoong-Yoochun, Official Statement Released, "We're so tired emotionally and physically" here'

2009-08-03T18:07:00.001+08:00

TVXQ's Xiah Junsu (Kim Junsu), YoungWoong Jaejoong (Kim Jaejoong), and Micky Yoochun (Park Yoochun), who filed for a Exclusive Contract Validity Suspension and Provisional Disposition Request against SM Entertainment on July 31st, have finally released their official statement.

The three revealed today that, "For the past five years, the agency has been controlling everything and because of everything we have gone through, we are so worn out mentally and physically."

#1. For the past five years, the agency has been controlling everything and because of everything we have gone through, we are so worn out mentally and physically.

Kim Junsu, Kim Jaejoon, and Park Yoochun debuted in group TVXQ in the early months of 2004 and have been, with the order of SM, traveling back and forth from Korea, Japan and China. They have been completing their schedules by sleeping only 3~4 hours every night every single day except for one week of the year. Because of this, the three members' health has been affected greatly and the amount of stress and mental weariness they received was huge. However, the more SM got TVXQ involved in foreign activities, the more tiring and almost impossible the activities became. The three members finally began to feel like they were no longer SM artistes who were striving to reach their dreams, but mere tools for the agency to get money.But the three still wish to continue with their activities as a singer according to their own visions.

#2 The exclusive contract that was set for 13 years is in fact a 'slave contract'

When they talk of the exclusive contract, they refer to their contract that lasts 13 years. However, when they add the years they will serve in the military, the period will extend to at least 15 years which would mean that they would have to be celebrities under SM's rule for at least ten more years before they could even consider retiring. If they were to cancel their contract before the 13 years were over, they would have to pay a fine that was thrice the amount of all the investments made and twice the amount of how much they earned. As this amount would add up to tens of millions of dollars if they were to cancel their contract, they had no other choice but to stay at SM under the same conditions they are suffering because of right now.

#3 The members did not receive as much as they should have for their hard work

Just because they were tied to such a contract, doesn't mean they received fair treatment from SM for their hard work. They received no money for the contract, and when the division of income is seen for their albums, their contract states that each member can receive 1000,000 won only if they sell more than 500,000 copies of their album. If they do not reach 500,000 copies, they do not receive a single won from the income earned from the album This clause was altered on 2009.2.6 but even after the alteration, the members only receive around 0.4~1% each from the album sales.

#4 The members have tried numerous times to fix the contract, but SM did not listen to their pleas.

Therefore, the three members repeatedly asked for a suspension of their exclusive contract so they could follow their own visions of being a singer, but SM tried to move the spotlight towards the three's cosmetic company, which has nothing to do with this trial. So the three people believed that the least they could do was have the two sides talk and reach a compromise that both sides would agree on and even offered to find a proper place to do so, but not only did SM ignore this, their past and current attitude made it almost impossible for there to be any talks with SM. There was no hope for any talks to happen with the agency and that is why the three members decided to file this lawsuit.

#5 The investment in the cosmetic company was something they did outside of their activities as a celebrity, it has nothing to do with this lawsuit. The focus point is the unlawfulness of the exclusive contract.

SM revealed in their official statement that the three members were filing this lawsuit because of problems that arose because of the cosmetic company. However, the members' investment in the cosmetic company has nothing to do with this lawsuit. The company SM is referring to is the Chinese branch of the company that the three members invested in, and this was purely a personal investment that had nothing to do with their activities as celebrities. No one can say that TVXQ should lose everything they have worked so hard for until now just because of an investment of $1 million in a cosmetic company that is opening in China; that is ridiculous to even consider. The core of what the members see as a problem is the unlawfulness of the exclusive contract. SM must stop trying to move the spotlight to the cosmetic company that has nothing to do with the case.

#6 None of the members want to disband, all they want is to escape from the tirades of their contract.

They realized that many fans feared that a disbandment would arise from this lawsuit. However, this lawsuit should never be linked to the possible disbandment of the group. Only the three members are involved in this process because of a difference in opinion of a method of approach between the members, but there are no strains whatsoever between the members and they all wish to keep their promise to their fans and stay together. If they had even a small chance to fix the unlawful clauses in their contract and pursue their music careers in the way they wanted, they were willing to go through with this process with only the firm belief that all five of them would be able to stand on one stage together in front of their fans even after this ordeal.

#7 They take this as a step to become more mature

The three members are extremely sorry for frightening the fans who care so much about TVXQ with this lawsuit, but they believe this is a step towards a bigger dream. They promise that they will be able to come out of this situation as better people and a better group if they receive support from their fans.

Source: [osen + DNBN]
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[Translation] 090803 TVXQ’s 3 members ‘No Conflict Amongst Members’

2009-08-03T18:01:00.000+08:00

Reporter: Chang Soyun

“There are no conflicts between the members. The application for temporary injunction of their contracts is not a premise for the disbandment of TVXQ.”

In a press release today, 3 members of the 5-member idol group TVXQ which is managed by SM Entertainment, Jejung (Stage name: Hero, Real name: Kim Jaejoong), Yuchun (Stage name: Micky, Real name: Park Yoochun) and Junsu (Stage name: Xiah, Real name: Kim Junsu), also touched on the topic of “disbandment”.

On the morning of the same day, the legal representative of the 3 members, Lim Sang-hyuk from law firm Sejong expressed, “Although many fans are worried about TVXQ disbanding, this application for temporary injunction of their contracts is not a premise for the disbandment of TVXQ.The members just have a difference in opinion on how to resolve the problem which is why only 3 of the members have joined in, but there is no problem amongst the members.”

He also said, “All the members feel the same way about wanting to protect the promises they have made to their fans. The case this time is to remedy the injustice of the contract, to be given the right to prepare their music freely under the right conditions, and stand together again before all their fans.”

Source: [edaily (jp version)]
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[News] TVXQ`s Public Announcement (English version)

2009-08-03T17:05:00.001+08:00

TVXQ three members, made public announce " we never got appropriate treatment "

Xiah, hero, and micky made public announce through SeJong, on August 3rd.

They said, "During the five years after our debut, we were getting really tired mentally and physically because of the one-sided schedule of SM. The beauty business does not have any relationship with this situation."

here is the original interview.

1. During the five years after their debut, the three members were getting really tired mentally and physically because of the one-sided schedule of company.

Xiah, hero, and micky are the members of group TVXQ and they made debut in 2004. They had to travel Korea, Japan, and China and perform their schedules by sleeping only 3~4 hours a day except a week in a year by their management company, SM`s instructions. Their mental and physical health conditions were getting so worse because of the tired schedules, but SM tried to enter them to abroad and made unreasonable one-sided schedules. Finally, the three members realized that they cannot achieve what they want as artists in SM, and would be used as just tools to make profit of SM.

2. The period of 13 years actually means whole life contract.

however, according to their contract, the contract period is 13 years and would be more than 15 years including the military period that they will serve. And it means more than 10 years are remaining and it would be whole life contract that until when they would retire. And if they break the contract, they should pay more than three times of investment or two times of profit. Although they break the contract with the mutual agreement with SM, they have to pay the money. In other words, it was actually impossible to break the contract, so they had to follow them.

3. The members never got appropriate treatment that reflects how they tried.

It does not mean the members got appropriate treatment that reflects how they tried. Not only there was no deposit, but also they could get less than 10 thousand dollars only in the situation when the albums were sold more than a half million in one day, and if not, they could not get any money. according to the first contract. This was changed on Feb 6, 2009, but still the money that members are getting from the albums is only 0.4%~1% per person and it depends on how the albums were sold.

4. The members requested the changes of the inappropriate contract several times, but SM did not care.

In this situation, three members requested the changes of the inappropriate contract several times, but SM raised an issue about the beauty business that has nothing with this situation. Nevertheless, the three members wants to find a way that they could smooth over the problem so finally requested a conversation to SM, but SM did not answered it. Also, the attitude they showed us made them realized they cannot solve the problem with the conversation, and finally three members wants to use the legal way to solve this problem.

5. The beauty business investment is not related to the entertainment activities and also has nothing with this situation. The true essence of this situation would be inappropriate contract.

On the other hand, SM made a public announcement that members made provisional disposition because of the beauty business investment, but the beauty business investments nothing with this situation. The beauty business investment that SM made an issue is about the investment that three members invested to the beauty company entering to China, and it is a financial investment that has no relationship with entertainment activities. It does not make sense that `the members made provisional disposition that they might forgive everything they achieved as TVXQ because they invested almost 100 million dollars of money to the beauty company entering to China`. The true essence that the members wants to talk about of this situation would be inappropriate contract, and SM should stop trying to make an excuse immediately by telling about the beauty business investment that has nothing with this situation.

6. the members does not want to disorganize TVXQ and just try to get rid of inappropriate contract.

Lots of fans are worried about disorganization of TVXQ about this situation. however, making provisional disposition does not on the disorganization of TVXQ. Now, three members are participating the provisional disposition because of the difference of ideas about the way to solve the problem, but there is no problem between the members, and they are as same as the past that they want to keep promise they made with fans that they would be one forever together. If this situation change the inappropriate contract and they can do what they want as artists, everyone can be together as one in front of the fans.

7. We will think it as the chance to be more mature.

We are sorry that fans who care about TVXQ may surprised a lot and be disappointed, but if you try to think it would be the chance to be more mature for bigger dream, and cheer us, we will promise to compensate you as more mature TVXQ.

쥬리아님께서 덧붙여주신 PS입니다
P.S. To help your understanding as to why the number 3 of this article absolutely does not make any sense, it must be noted that there has been not many artists whose albums has been sold over 500,000 copies for almost a decade. On average, only about 100,000 copies are sold per album in the Korean music industry.

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source: http://blog.naver.com/v_soo_a

2009-08-03T16:01:00.000+08:00

Junsu, the one in charge of comedy

He was so happy that he cried at Budokan Hall

Being in charge of comedy, he bring smiles by creating a warm atmosphere, Junsu “Actually I wanted to do this last year already, but because of saying cold gags in front of the members and on television programmes, I couldn’t take it back. (A/N: had to continue)

Behind that smile, he has shed a lot of tears.

“When we just came to Japan, it was very tiring to sing in Japanese because we were not used to it. We also needed translators when we were interviewed, so we were all very nervous.”

To improve their Japanese, and catch up with the pace of things, shorten the gap between the fans and them.
“My mind was focused on the Budokan Hall’s stage, for our fans love we worked hard, the feeling was good. The first time that I cried because of happiness in Japan was at the Budokan hall.”
Actually, coming to Japan was already hard from the beginning, but they were not afraid and practiced hard even before they debuted.

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QUOTE (ladian @ Aug 1 2009, 03:07 AM) *
^ Thanks God they're going. And thanks for the translation as well biggrin.gif

[color="#FF0000"]Little support project anyone?
Instead of just freak out, could we do a special project? Like just collecting our support messages and send it to them. It woud have to be finished in just a few days and sended inmediately. I'm personally in love with Genna's project for Junsu's injury. And since last news of TVXQ having fans worlwide, we could just send it to them in English, it would take less time.
OneTVXQ, TVXQ Project, AOE?

I think they are the ones who are suffering the most. And we (fans, not only Cassiopeia) need to show them that we weill support then no matter what.

I AM IN! cool.gif

QUOTE (xyunnie @ Aug 1 2009, 03:40 AM) *

DBSK & Cassiopeia as 1
Keep The Faith

Shall we all put the same siggie to unite together?

And yes,I think this is a splendid idea!!Anyone pls organize another siggy contest and we'll together place it as our siggy.Again,count me in!

Stand By You Sweet Room Ver - The MV doesnt ruins my beautiful song but it's totally weird and unsuitable.Hentai!!!! dry.gif

A-Nation pics Those two pictures,with bad quality...has made my day!!Thanks!I always believe in them and I know this is the right path =D

[Trans + Pic] Nikkan Sports Daily: JUNSU's Interview

Junsu, the one in charge of comedy

He was so happy that he cried at Budokan Hall

Being in charge of comedy, he bring smiles by creating a warm atmosphere, Junsu “Actually I wanted to do this last year already, but because of saying cold gags in front of the members and on television programmes, I couldn’t take it back. (A/N: had to continue)

Behind that smile, he has shed a lot of tears.

“When we just came to Japan, it was very tiring to sing in Japanese because we were not used to it. We also needed translators when we were interviewed, so we were all very nervous.”

To improve their Japanese, and catch up with the pace of things, shorten the gap between the fans and them.
“My mind was focused on the Budokan Hall’s stage, for our fans love we worked hard, the feeling was good. The first time that I cried because of happiness in Japan was at the Budokan hall.”
Actually, coming to Japan was already hard from the beginning, but they were not afraid and practiced hard even before they debuted.

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“My voice change took 3 years.”

I went to over 10 hospitals for check ups but they couldn’t find a reason to it. Our debut was canceled. It felt I had no chance to continue singing, I cried everyday…”
Dreams of performing on the stage were fulfilled when the news came of the formation of Dong Bang Shin Ki.

“Even though my throat wasn’t cured yet, if I didn’t grab this chance, my life would have come to a close (in singing)
I couldn’t let that happen! That provided me the strength and hope. From that time on, my voice slowly recovered. It’s incredible. It was like a miracle!”

Even though he faced a bitter past, he still carries a smile

Behind that smile is a strong will.
From 3 years ago, he has controlled himself from eating after six in the evening.
“This is so as to have a good body condition after waking up in the morning, it’s also good for the skin!”

To give the fans the best stage ever
“Budokan Hall and Tokyo Dome still makes my heart beat quickly. To be able to come here is thanks to the fans support.
We will continue to work hard!”

- To you, what is TVXQ’s existence?
Always by my side, no matter what, they’re just like my brothers that will always be by my side.

- If you weren’t in TVXQ?
I will be an athelete. I love soccer players and baseball players.

- Specialities?
Soccer, I loved soccer from young and wanted to be a soccer player.

- Favourite singer?
Ken Hirai. I love his voice when he sings love songs.

- Good and Bad points?
I’m good in sports. I’m good in dancing and anything to do with flexibility of the body. My bad points is my sleeping habits. Because of that, I take very long to arrange the bed sheets in the morning.” (A/N: meaning he kicks around and all the stuff)

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[Translation] 090801 'In Danger Of Disbanding' TVXQ's Three Members File A Preservation Of Evidence Request Form

2009-08-03T15:41:00.002+08:00

Star News, Reporter Kim Jiyeon

Popular idol group TVXQ's members Youngwoong Jaejoong, Micky Yoochun, and Xiah Junsu have filed for a preservation of evidence request to check their exact income in the midst of the Exclusive Contract Validity Suspension and Provisional Disposition Request Form they filed against SM Entertainment.

Lawyer Lim Sang Hyuk of Sejong Law Firm, who is in representing YoungWoong Jaejoong, Micky Yoochun and Xiah Junsu in this case, had a phone conversation with Money Today Star News on the 1st and said, "In order to know of TVXQ's exact income, we have filed for a preservation of evidence request along with the Exclusive Contract Validity Suspension and Provisional Disposition Request Form."

Lawyer Lim said they filed the preservation of evidence request form because, "The members have never been told by their entertainment agency of the exact amount of the income TVXQ earn," and "Usually in the case of a dispute between an exclusive contract, the people who are filing the lawsuit present a sum of money they wish to receive as compensation after going through the contract. However, the members do not, and have never known the exact amount of their income and that is why we have filed this preservation of evidence request form."

The three members filed a Exclusive Contract Validity Suspension and Provisional Disposition Request Form against SM Entertainment through the law firm on July 31st. However, the group's leader U-Know Yunho and the youngest member Choikang Changmin did not participate in this lawsuit.

Source: [ no cut news+ star news + DNBN]
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[News] 090801 Phone Interview with TVXQ’s Legal Representative

2009-08-03T15:25:00.000+08:00

The following is phone interview with legal representation of the three members of TVXQ, Im Sang-hyuk from SEJONG law firm:

- What is the core of conflict?

“The irrational exclusive contract. If we review the contract standard from Fair Trade Comission (FTC), the longest duration of a contract is not to exceed 7 years. Of course, if the singer themselves who choose to develop the contract, it might be an exception, but some of given terms in TVXQ’s FTC case, the proposed standards are so unfair in many ways. It is the best way to realize these points quickly than later”

- Also the cosmetics enterprise which three member and their parents running became known as one axis of the conflict.

“The cosmetics company could be one of the reasons for the discord but not what ultimately convinced the three members to go to court. We have examined the official statement from SM this morning and noticed that SM had painted the make up company as the cause in a negative light on the surface of their statement. If they think that the additional business of the members is the legal case, then it’s a mistake.”

- There’s a conclusion appearing about the crisis that the activities of 3 members who file the lawsuit will be stopped?

(I cant understand this one in details, but basically he said that the members would continue if their disposition is approved, and he hoped it would be soon. The court’s desicion is now in the middle of the most important and difficult variables and he had goal to finish the case within 6 months.”

- The possibility of winning?

“To see it on the bright side… SM Entertainment has in the past been ordered by the Korea FTC several times to reform contracts for violating the standard contract limits. TVXQ are now appealing for the parts that are different from the FTC terms.

- Before taking the legal action, it’s said that the members did not try to make consultation with the agency before.

“We have tried to solve the problem through dialogue. Members had even met directly with the agency. While I was also trying to resolve the problem through multiple channels. However, the agency ignored members opinions, therefore a legal appeal finally made. The members are very sorry to the fans as well.

- What is the conflict regarding to cosmetic issue?

“Should an agency has a fight with artists who are having family’s personal investment? Other celebrities are common to have additional business. Moreover, the three members had already made consultation process with agency representative, Kim Young-Min before they started the cosmetic business, but we feel betrayed then as the company told another story later on.

- TVXQ has already taken the step, but eventually dismantled

“We have already tried many ways, but all the efforts finally bring us here. We’re not too hasty to be in this position. We create legal procedure first before we present every single new plan. The 5 people based their activities together in SM Entertainment, therefore it will not be easy to be in our situation now. “

- Is there a plan for press conference?

It’s necessary but as for now, we don’t have any plan yet. The members are really sorry now to the fans. Actually we want to proceed this case undisturbed.

source: IS Plus 일간스포츠
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[Translation] Nikkan Sports Daily: Yunho’s Interview

2009-08-03T15:05:00.002+08:00

A dream to be prosecutor

The fact why U-Know Yunho (23) was chosen as the group’s leader.

All members said that it’s because his “charismatic charisma”, and he himself is someone who has a high awareness about the surroundings (T/N: care with other people).

His father is very strict. He’s been taught about a sincere manliness for a belief that “a man should be like this” in him. Due to his father’s lesson, from the very young age, he’s trained to not easily whinny when he made mistakes.

He becomes a natural leader and always been chosen as captain. His dream was to be a public prosecutor back then.

From what being heard, he used to withstand his father a lot.

“It’s true. When I was in middle school, I was in my rebellious stage.”

But now he already gave up to make a change of the natural flow of his life.
“This is what I’m supposed be. I think it’s perfect.” he laughed excitingly.

He added, “When I was still as trainee in my agency, I had never got a compliment like “you did good”. I was wondering whether I wasn’t praised because the expectation of the company was greater. I so missed to get credit of what I did, back then.”

Just like other members, there’s a while in Japan when he’s thinking “Why can’t we be accepted?”. Many nights had passed sleeplessly. The unusual sense of responsibility in him forced out, thus the agony was doubled. “I was thinking about returning back to Korea. Whether this is what we really want to do. I was so scared.” he revealed.

Right now, their stardom has rose steadily in Japan with the stages in Budoukan and Tokyo Dome, however, the most surprising effect happened after they’re invited for the first time and debuted at NHK Kouhaku Red-White concert last year.

January this year.
When they went to Saipan in the PV shooting, the women of the local residents said, “We know Tohoshinki. We watched them in Red-White concert.”

“Not only young people, but Grandpa, grandma, and even people abroad, they know Tohoshinki. This is amazing.”

Motsunabe is the best.

Currently he’s been addicted to Japan motsunabe. “There are a lot of delicious food in Japan. But if I have to choose one, then motsunabe is. There’s also food like this in Korea, but Japanese’s has more simple taste. When I ate it in Japan for first time in Hakata, it was so delicious that even surprised me. Definitely perfect for my taste.

There’s a hope within the mighty arms.

When being asked about the goals in the future, he cited the name Michael Jackson. “No matter the time has passed, his music remains forever. I’d like to sing songs like that. For everyone who always support us, we’ll never be forgetting our dream.”

With the fans, U-Know Yunho will always keep Tohoshinki at the top pace.

YUNHO’s Profile

- Born February 6, 1986. Always becomes a leader ever since elementary school.
- Leader.
- Bass voice
- 184 cm, 63 kg.
- Blood type A.

TOHOSHINKI?
- My friends and family. The most important treasures.

If not become Tohoshinki?
- Prosecutor. What I always dream in my childhood.
Grandfather, father, and paternal relatives are all from the Faculty of Law.

Specialty?
- Aikido. I’d been taught since a very young age and also taekwondo.

Favorite singer?
- The Gospellers. I love all the members.
Eventhough we already had opportunity to perform together with them few times, they still look big for me.

Strong and weakness point?
- My strong point is my concentration, I can actually be addicted to something. While my weakness point is my forgetful attitude. Recently the goods of mine I’ve been missing out are increasing…

source: Nikkan Sports Daily
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[Translation] 090801 More Tohoshinki Staff Blog Updates

2009-08-03T12:15:00.001+08:00

Let's go Kumamoto!

Everyone in Kumamoto,
let's get hyped up together♪

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[Translation] 090801 Tohoshinki Staff Blog Updates

2009-08-03T12:04:00.001+08:00

From Kumamoto Prefecture Country Park, a-nation is finally starting♪
This is the stand that they have with Channel-A!
Please be sure to try out the [Love in the Ice] shaved-ice,
a product from the members!

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[Pictures] DBSK Yunho Model for Evisu F/W 09

2009-07-31T19:22:00.002+08:00

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[Picture] 090731 Nikkan Sports – Yunho

2009-07-31T19:09:00.000+08:00

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[Video] 090731 Making of MBC 'Heading to the Ground' drama

2009-07-31T14:56:00.002+08:00

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[Info] Colors~ Melody & Harmony

2009-07-31T14:33:00.002+08:00

HMV

COLORS ~Melody and Harmony~ (CD)
Price: ¥1,050

COLORS ~Melody and Harmony~ (CD + DVD)
Price: ¥1,890

CD Japan

COLORS ~Melody and Harmony~ (CD)
Price: ¥1,000

COLORS ~Melody and Harmony~ (CD + DVD)
Price: ¥1,800

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[Wallpaper] TVXQ Lotte Duty Free - August '09 Calendar

2009-07-31T14:09:00.002+08:00

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[Photos] Stalking TVXQ at Korea

2009-07-31T13:08:00.000+08:00

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[Photos] Junsu Xiahtic Shoes

2009-07-31T12:41:00.000+08:00

Reebok EX-O-FIT PLUS HI DECO

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[Translation] Nikkan Sports Daily: Changmin’s Interview

2009-07-31T12:32:00.001+08:00

Dream to be News Reporter

Changmin (21) is a member who is in charge of “tight” talks in TV program. The youngest member in group, yet the person who takes care the solidness of group (collects important details).

The manager said, “When the other members’ opinion are disjointed, Changmin is the one who unites all the pieces. To take a baseball term… he’s the ‘pinch’.”

Changmin loves to watch sports, in elementary school, he had a dream to be a sports reporter. Even until now, he’s still taking sometime to check on news about baseball and soccer.

When he’s asked about Yakult’s team Lim Chang-Yong, he answered a lot about him, “I know much, right?” with smile.

“To be called as the “pinch” of the team, it’s delightful, however I guess all members also acts like that.” he said shyly.

His father is a Korean teacher, he grew up in a hard working family. Therefore he definitely had no experience in entertainment industry. Changmin was scouted when he’s still in junior high, through his current agency’s audition. “There’s a force that pushed me to follow the audition. Since entertainment is not a world that is close with my family, previously, my parents opposed my decision.” he said.

At the early days of Tohoshinki’s formation, he really felt the age gap among the members. “They’re all just like my seniors. But recently, eventhough we have 1-2 year age gap, we just feel like ordinary friends.”

The 5 members are living together in the same house, and he’s using the living room for sleeping with Junsu (T/N: can I say… LOL LOL LOL??). “The other 3 members and manager just like to walk in and out the living room. I’m happy, but when I need time for myself, I’ll take a walk outside.”

Continue to challenge actively

Because the dream to be on Tokyo Dome stage is already reached, the next goal is to have one million copies sold. In the middle of recession like this, 1 million copies sales seems to be impossible. “The dream of all artists, to perform in front of 100,000 audiences, I’m so glad. But to have 1 million CD sales, I will be even happier.”

If you have a chance to challenge the actor business in Japan

“All members are active in that challenge, I want to do a lot of things people do. If I never come to Japan, I will never think that way. Maybe to perform in other countries wont be bad as well, I just want to do something. We’re all still young, even we might get failed, we would like to challenge as much as possible.”

Changmin with positive thinking, heading to the next dream

Choikang Changmin’s Profile:

- Born February 18th, 1988
- The youngest member
- Tenor
- 186 cm, 61 kg
- Blood type B

Tohoshinki?
- we get along together, when there’s trouble, we’ll like to do brothers talk to each other.

If not become Tohoshinki?
- A news reporter. My childhood dream.

Speciality?
- eating. I’m confidence with my eating ability.

Favorite singer?
- MISIA. A great expressive voice and is so attractive.

Strong and weak point?
- My strong point is my high height. I introduce myself as “Changmin, the tallest member in TVXQ.”
My weak point is I’m shy. Eventhough everyday I meet a lot of people, I have to say something but always ended in silence.

source: Nikkan Sports
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[Poll] Which male idol group member has the best body?

2009-07-31T12:25:00.000+08:00

With the hot summer, the season for ‘revealing’, many boy groups which have emphasized on the image of ‘young boys’ previously are all coming out with the masculine image instead.

Which member of from idol groups Dong Bang Shin Ki, Big Bang, 2PM and 2AM has the best body?

Firstly for 2PM, the ‘team’s sexy guy’ JaeBum is known for his good built. Also known as an exercise-maniac, JaeBum has toned out a good body through exercising and acrobatic training. Especially for his chocolate 6 packs, he has a special trainer to build them up to a music built.

Next Dong Bang Shin Ki member UKnow YunHo has also received great reviews from fans about his built. He sticks with the toned and lean built which is very much amplified through his powerful and charismatic dance steps on stage.

2AM SeulOng and Big Bang SeungRi are some of the younger members coming out to show off their built this summer, being very successful in changing their image to the sexy image.

Seeing these muscles and great built, netizens say, “It just feel like a man”, “The face and their great sexiness (not over doing it) is their charms” etc.

For the Koreans, they vote:

1. 2PM JaeBum
2. DBSK UKnow YunHo
3. Big Bang SeungRi
4. 2AM SeulOng

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[News] F4 gathering in one place, friendship as strong as ever

2009-07-31T12:03:00.001+08:00

F4 gathering, friendship is as strong as ever

Lee Minho, Kim Bum and Kim Joon, will go to concert venue to congratulate SS501 Asia Tour

F4 will gather in one place.

F4 members Lee MinHo, Kim Bum & Kim Joon, will attend ‘SS501 1st ASIA TOUR PERSONA IN SEOUL’ to be held on 1~2 Aug at Seoul Bangee-dong Olympic Park Gymnasium Stadium. These guys acted with SS501 member Kim HyunJoong in KBS 2TV drama ‘Boys Over Flowers’ as ‘F4’, forming bonds with each other and thus would be going for his concert.

SS501’s company DSP Entertainment representative said “After the drama ended, F4’s friendship is still as strong as ever. Lee MinHo, KimJoon, etc, readily agreed to attend the concert to congratulate SS501’s first Asia Tour. Kim Bum who is currently busy with drama ‘Dream’, especially tuned his schedules so that he will be able to attend.”

F4 members voluntarily attended each others’ events and their ‘exchange of work’ friendship has been extending. This gathering is 4 months after Kim Bum’s birthday party cum fan meeting last April. At Lee MinHo’s fan meeting in June, Kim Bum couldn’t attend due to drama filming.

SS501 are practicing hard in order to show a brilliant performance for their first concert of the 1st Asia Tour. They are currently having their pre-concert rehearsal at Jangchung-dong Jangchung Gymnasium Hall where a similar stage of the actual stage has been set up. They will release 5 songs from their upcoming 2nd album, to be released in mid-Aug, during this Seoul concert. With the start of their Asia Tour in Seoul, they will continue with Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Japan, HongKong, Taiwan, etc.

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[Translation] 090730 TVXQ - Five People, Five Colors. Together And Apart... Separation into Acting-Duets

2009-07-31T11:39:00.001+08:00

Solo Activities for the second half of the year

The members are morphing into actors with U-Know Yunho in 'Heading to the Ground,' Choikang Changmin in the romantic drama 'Paradise Ranch' amd YoungWoong Jaejoong in 'Heaven's Postman.'

YoungWoong Jaejoong and Micky Yoochun will be performing as a duet taking on the Japanese market, and Xiah Junsu is currently undecided on what he should do.

'YoungWoong Jaejoong, U-Know Yunho and now Choikang Changmin...'

-Omitted-

'Together but apart at the same time' is starting off with U-Know Yunho. MBC's Wednesday-Thursday drama 'Heading to the Ground,' which will begin aring on September 9th, will include Yunho as the main character Cha Bong-goon, a man who has overcome hardships. The group's youngest member Choikang Changmin is also taking on acting. He was cast in 'Paradise Ranch' which will begin filming late August in Jeju Island and he'll be juggling singing and acting at the same time.

'Paradise Ranch' is being co-produced by SM Entertainment and Samhwa Networks, a famous drama production company. The two companies will be showing the drama in Korea later this year and are also planning to air it in Japan as well as other Eastern Asian countries.

YoungWoong Jaejoong finished filming for his drama early this year. YoungWoong Jaejoong was cast as the lead role in he Omniverse drama 'Telecinema''s 'Heaven's Postman' and he worked with Han Hyojoo. 'Heaven's Postman' is set to air on SBS in October.

The TVXQ members' transformation into actors was in the spotlight this year. People in the business said this was due to the fact that because of the thick fan base of TVXQ, they could probably gain a lot of interest even just by being in one episode.

The change in their music-related activities has changed too. YoungWoong Jaejoong and Micky Yoochun will be working as a duet in Japan under the name 'Jejung and Yuchun from TVXQ.' In early July, they sang a duet song 'Colors, Melody and Harmony' at the Tokyo Dome during their concert. They will record this song and release it in September and will be having tv-appearances to advertise their new song. This song has been gaining a lot of attention as it was set as the theme song for the 'Hello Kitty' 35th anniversary.

Xiah Junsu is still considering his choices which include a solo album. A representative of SM stated, "Xiah Junsu was actually the first to go solo with the 2007 Mobile Phone CF 'Anyband'." He also said, "He is considering his choices between Korea and Japan and is trying to choose sometime that will show his many talents."

On another note, it seems that the fans opinions on these solo activities are mostly positive. In the internet fan cafe 'Cassiopeia' and TVXQ's official website, many different opinions on the members' solo activities can be seen and many of them say, "We hope they are respected as actors as much as they are as singers."

Reporter Lee Hyeri

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[Translation] 090730 U-Know Yunho-Ara 'Heading To The Ground' First Script Reading Session

2009-07-31T11:26:00.002+08:00

MBC's new Wednesday-Thursday drama 'Heading to the Ground' (Script by Kim Sol Ji, Kim Yeh ji/ Directed by Park Sungsoo) kicked off with its first script run through.

The run through was held on the 25yh in the Ilsan Dream Center's sixth floor Script rehearsal Room. Director Park Sungsoo, Writer Kim Sol Ji, U-Know Yunho, Go Ara, Lee Sang-yoon and Lee Yunji were there reading their scripts.

The lead roles could be seen working dilligently to not miss a single letter in their scripts. These people included U-Know Yunho who plays Cha Bong-goon, a soccer player who is extremely passionate and warm-hearted, and Go Ara who plays Kang Haebin, the daughter of an owner of a sports team who wants to become succesful without the help of her father.

One MBC representative who was there said, "U-Know Yunho, who came to The Ilsan Dream Center Script Rehearsal Room as soon as he came back from Japan, didn't just read his script. He caught the essence of his character very well and he acted as if they were actually filming. He put in a 100% effort when it came to emotions and was very passionate about his role. When the director read out the action directions, U-Know Yunho did not only listen to them carefully, but he also acted the scenes out."

He also added that. "Even though this was a rehearsal, he acted out Bong-goon's character with confidence whether he was supposed to be joking around or yelling because he was angry."

U-Know Yunho, in a bid to fully understand his character, called Writer Kim Sol Ji when he was in Japan and talked for six hours on the phone delving into his character and asking questions.

'Heading to the Ground' is a romantic love story about the misunderstandings that occur between Cha Bong-goon, a man who is passionate, and Kang Haebin, a girl who has everything but wishes to succed by her own abilities. It is also a Humanism drama about Cha Bong-goon who has three near-death experiences but still strives to live life to the best.

StarToday Reporter Lee Hyunwoo

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[Pictures] Kim Hyun Joong Models MVIO

2009-07-31T11:09:00.002+08:00

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[Pictures] Super Junior’s Choi Siwon for Elle

2009-07-31T11:00:00.001+08:00

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[Translation] 090729 Junsu’s Solo Activities will be Announced Soon‏

2009-07-31T10:46:00.000+08:00

The announcement of TVXQ’s second half year plan which includes the acting debut from 3 of TVXQ members: Jaejoong for “Heaven’s Postman”, Yunho for “Heading to The Ground”, and Changmin for “Paradise Meadow” is getting a lot of concerned. How high the loyalty of their fans to actually watch the dramas of their idols has become a topic to talk about.

Meanwhile, stick in musical activities, Micky Yoochun and Hero Jaejoong in duet project is targeting Japan market. Their duet song, “COLORS~Melody and Harmony” was introduced for the first time at TVXQ’ concert in Tokyo Dome in early July. The single itself is scheduled to be released and broadcast in late September. The song is produced especially for image song of Japan’s popular character “Hello Kitty 35th anniversary”.

As for Junsu, the only member whose solo activity hasn’t announced yet, there’s still running a careful discussion for his various activities plan including music recording so that he will soon in synergized with other members.

SM entertainment said, “Actually the member who comes out first with solo activity is Junsu who formed AnyBand back then in 2007 for a cellphone CF.”

“The activity plan which will reveal his true talent for both Korea and Japan stage will be announced soon.”

Source: donga.com
Summarized translation: sharingyoochun @ wordpress
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[Pictures] More of Yunho's HTTG meeting @ MBC

2009-07-31T10:26:00.000+08:00

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[Translation] Nikkan Daily Sport Interview - Yoochun

2009-07-31T10:18:00.000+08:00

Credits: DBSKnights
Translations: edamame@DBSKnights
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DBSKnights forgot to translate some of Yoochun's interview. Here's the rest from sharingyoochun.

About Dong Bang Shin Ki?
- A thing which I treasure the most

If I were not becoming TVXQ?
- Since I was a little child, I always dream to be a singer. I really can’t think of anything else.

Skills?
- Taekwondo. I was even selected as a representative player.

Favorite singer?
- I love the bass voice of Fukuyama Masaharu, and his songs “Cherry Hills” also “Last Love”.

Strong point and weak point?
- Since I listen to music a lot, I have a quite sense in musical instruments My weakness is I’m so weak in the morning. It’s really difficult to do things early in the morning.

source: Nikkan Sports
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[Pictures] Yunho and cast "Heading to the Ground" First meeting

2009-07-31T09:34:00.000+08:00

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[Translation] 090729 Tohoshinki Staff Blog Update

2009-07-31T09:19:00.000+08:00

The first...

Magazine interview for Jejung and Yuchun♪
The atmosphere is a little different from usual,
so they were a little shy (laugh)

『COLORS~Melody and Harmony~』is the theme song for Hello Kittys 35th Anniversary!
Taking a souvenir picture with Kitty-chan♪

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[Translation/Pictures] Nikkan Daily Sports: Jejung Interview

2009-07-31T09:11:00.000+08:00

The Mom of the group, Hero Jejung.

At home, cooking for his friends, a very optimistic guy even in the worst situation.

The youngest from 9 siblings, and the eldest son among the girls, Jejung has a middle character that is full of assurance.

He was still in 6th grade of elementary school when became newspaper delivery-boy.

In group, there’s a presence of Hero Jejung (23) as a mother. With Yunho as the leader who leads all 5 members altogether, they left their home country and he’s the one who takes care of the home-made dishes. “But recently due to the busy schedule, I tend to run away from households things (laughs). I couldn’t even make up my own room, no way I’m a good mother.”

He became newspaper delivery boy in 6th grade of elementary school, part time job delivering chicken when he was in junior high, and already living alone at the age of 15 to pursue his dream to become an artist.

“When I look back everything, I thought it would be tough. But there’s no things like painful memory to me. That is a really good experience.” He comes with such positive thinking. Talking about reactions from 2005 in Japan when they’re still unaccepted, “We want to go back to Korea,” many times minds like that was revealed. “But we need to overcome the big wall, as we have to believe that we will.” Those words moved the heart.

Living with instinct

He had his own analysis of his character, “Simple, I’m not one who calculates everything. I live with instinct. If there is a troublesome work and that’s the only work available at that time, I’ll try to seek the fun side of it.” For him, game and alcohol are important.

“When all members drink alcohol in joy, we will soon forget the eeriness of work. I’m type that is good with any alcohol, but what I drink most is beer and soju. I’m not weak with alcohol but one who drinks the most is Changmin.”

Tension as weak point.

His weak point is “tension weakness”. When they mobilized 100,000 audiences for two days in Tokyo DOME concert, “I was definitely nervous. I was surprised with the scale of the venue. It was the greatest venue which I have never been experienced til now.

I was shocked to see all audiences lighting up pen light, and Tohoshinki as the point of attraction in the middle of red venue.

There’s a shinning feeling to be surrounded like that.

Maybe I sound like a great pretender, but I really thought that it was really insane. In our early days, we only got to perform in front of less than 100 audiences, even the connection with them was the best, But it’s not something to be proud of.

“Then I got a letter from fan. Said that Tohoshinki had to hang in there. The most important thing was not how big the venue is, but the size of the artist itself.”

When Tohoshinki stands side to side, it’s always Hero Jejung who is in the middle in group. One who is optimistic and has role as a wonderful mother.

Hero Jejung Profile:
- born on January 26th, 1986. The oldest son and youngest among 9 siblings.
- 178 cm, 60 kg
- main vocal
- Blood type O

Tohoshinki?
- this is family. We’re not connected by blood, but our time together is like a real family. I want to do anything together for a long time with them.

If not become a part of the group?
- A clothing store owner. I really like clothes. I’ll be the one who chooses clothes for the members.

Skills?
- peeling sausages. I ever got challenged to peel sausages in a program to see the best, and I’m the fastest.

Favorite singer?
- Fukuyama Masaharu, he got an one of a kind charming voice.

Strong and weak point?
- I’m good at cooking dishes. When members eat my dish, I would feel really glad. My weak point is I have a weak tone. I’ll always be the one who make failures in recording.

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[News] The Scramble Dramas of Young Idol TVXQ

2009-07-30T11:42:00.001+08:00

On July 28th, SM Entertainment said, “Dong Bang Shin Ki’s Choikang Changmin’s drama, “Paradise Ranch (Paradise Meadow)” will be broadcast at the end of August this year. Next one is the lead actor of September, U-Know Yunho whose drama “Heading to The Ground” will be broadcast. While in October, Youngwoong Jaejoong’s SBS Tele Cinema “Heaven’s Postman” is airing.

3 Actors, Exploding Interest

Being so long focusing both in local and foreign music record activities, the announcement of 3 members at once to become actors is somehow unusual.

Moreover, for Yunho and Jaejoong are officially known to be the first time appearing in formal TV drama therefore gathering a lot of focus and attention. (T/N: Changmin’s drama still has SM in it taking role in production, thus is considered as non-formal drama)

Being compared with other idol groups such as SNSD and Big Bang, their debut steps in acting department is considered a bit late. In 5 years of being singers, there has been a careful talk about deciding to take additional experience as an actor, and feedbacks both from members and staffs were coordinated.

In the end, the final decision of this acting debut is for a belief that there will be explosive reactions from fans.

Applying YoonA’s Case

SNSD’s YoonA, who comes from the same agency as TVXQ, whose previous dramas are getting success is somehow a force for TVXQ.

From KBS 1 family drama last year, “You Are My Destiny” that became a big hit and led to YoonA’s recent MBC drama “Cinderella Man” which shows the range acting of her that gathers a lot of audiences from all kinds of age groups which proves her successful.

The judgment of whether TVXQ can or can’t be “Men YoonA” is decided next.

However, eventhough the broadcasting is still in progress, yet to see the brand value of TVXQ itself to drama area, a ripple effect potential seems to be undoubted.

TVXQ’s Brand Power. Full Wave is Appearing.

On 28th, meeting KBS drama writer, “To couple TVXQ’s characters in drama with relatively popular actresses such as Han Hyo Joo and Go Ara is a prudent decision.” he said. “It will creates a positive effects.”

A more simple speculation was done.

An entertainment person concerned, “TVXQ is an idol group with most local fans. In a drama, you literally can not ignore the power of brands. Fans will definitely watch their dramas and that’s a strong competitive factor other dramas don’t have.”

B entertainment person pointed the wave to effect the result, “They’re building image to TVXQ fans in Korean market about the young idol ‘is trying to make a turn to opposite direction’ ” he added, “These three people will be coming out simultaneously, the ripple effect undoubtedly could be doubled more.”

source: nownews
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[Pictures] 090729 Tohomobile Staff Blog Updates

2009-07-30T11:33:00.000+08:00

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[Pictures] 090727 Bigeastation - Junsu,Yoochun & Jaejoong

2009-07-30T11:31:00.000+08:00

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[News] Jung Yunho Full Efforts for HTTG

2009-07-30T11:17:00.000+08:00

September 9th is the first broadcast of MBC new drama “Heading to The Ground” with TVXQ’s member Jung Yunho (23) as the leading role challenging his first acting experience.

Due to preparation of this drama, Yunho’s sleeping time has been reduced.

TVXQ’s activity currently is focusing in Japan, therefore, starting the following month Yunho will be busy going back and forth between Korea-Japan as the schedule asks him.

The first full script reading practice had been done few times last week starting July 25th. On July 25th, after script reading practice early in the morning, Yunho had already headed back to Japan in the afternoon. While on July 30th, Yunho will be back to Korea for his first shooting activities.

Yunho put his full efforts for this drama. According to “Heading to The Ground” crew, “Yunho has been contacting the director and script writer a lot these days, to talk about his character.

He even do a lot of exercises to get a shape of an athlete body.”

After seeing Yunho’s practice, PD Park Song-soo said, “He’s quite likely. I can’t wait to see how’s he developing in the next one month.” heldback his compliment yet.

Jung Yunho’s first acting challenge as Cha Bong-Goon in “Heading to The Ground” is expected to get an exploding response to see the fact of TVXQ’s fanbases in entire Asia.

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[Pictures] 090728 Stalker Photos - Yunho Filming HTTG

2009-07-30T10:41:00.002+08:00

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[News] Dong Bang Shin Ki Max ChangMin is the next for drama debut after Hero JaeJoong and UKnow YunHo

2009-07-30T10:12:00.000+08:00

After members Hero JaeJoong and UKnow YunHo, Max ChangMin of Dong Bang Shin Ki will be the next to have his drama debut.

Recently Max ChangMin has been casted as the male main character for drama ‘Paradise Meadow’, and is the 3rd member in Dong Bang Shin Ki to have his drama debut.

SM Entertainment said on 28th July, “Max ChangMin has been casted for youth melodrama ‘Paradise Meadow’. He will start filming for it end of next month and is currently practising acting.”

The drama is a collaborate drama between SamHwan Networks, which brought us dramas like ‘Mother is angry’, and SM Entertainment.

Members Hero JaeJoong has previously been casted for ‘Telecinema’ to be aired later this year and recently UKnow YunHo has also been casted for MBC drama ‘Heading the Ground’, and with one more member trying out acting, more anticipation are in for how these idols will succeed as actors.

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[Translation] 090726 One by one, TVXQ Members Become Actors

2009-07-27T12:52:00.002+08:00

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[Scans] Tohoshinki in Japanese Magazines

2009-07-27T12:25:00.000+08:00

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[Translation] 090726 Nikkan Sports Magazine to have Tohoshinki Special Feature

2009-07-27T12:18:00.000+08:00

Nikkan Sports Magazine to have a special Tohoshinki section. The Korean-born dance & acapella group whose concert tickets are hard to get, will be featured from the 27th onwards, from how they did not get off to an easy start in Japan back in 2005 to their first appearance in Kouhaku Uta Gassen[紅白歌合戦], reflecting how much they have changed over these 4 years.
They are going to perform for the first time at outside Meiji Jingu at Kokuritu Stadium on the 6th of August.

Flying between Korea and Japan, the charisma which they emit is alive throughout the whole of Asia, please look forward to the publication of these special issues!

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[Translation] 090725 Zoom In Special! Programme : Tohoshinki without their make-up on?!

2009-07-27T12:04:00.003+08:00

Zoom In Special Programme tells you who are DBSK's favorite gourmet critics from Korea, and also the faces of DBSK without make-up that you do not usually get to see!

Shizuoka Daiichi Television, Yamagata Broadcasting Co., YTV, Hiroshima TV will broadcast on 2nd August.

To see a list of other broadcasting stations which will show this special programme, do check out:
http://www.ntv.co.jp/zoomin/info/idex_090715_2.html

credits: tvxqcn.ifensi.com + 東方神起百度帖吧
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[Scans] Tohoshinki in Appeal+ing09 - August Issue

2009-07-25T17:54:00.001+08:00

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[Pictures/Translation] Yunho volunteering at Orphanage

2009-07-25T17:07:00.001+08:00

Shinaewon: A celebrity came to our house!

A celebrity came to our house!
You guys know TVXQ's U-Know Yunho, right? ^^
A celebrity visited our house!!
Even has a famous name "U-Know Yunho"
Right now he's going through the house, and here is the sandtray therapy room.
Everyone showed much interest!!

The moment U-Know Yunho entered! Wow~~
He went into each child's room...
The U-Know Yunho who said hi with our house's friends!!
Wonderful feeling...Our family who couldn't open our own eyes..^^

Our Hyun Woo must be lucky!!
Taking pictures with each child, the one who didn't scowl when demanded a request and had a smiling face
So, our friends' smiles felt more bright (Note: very bright, like the sun is shining a white light) ^^

In the middle of cleaning!
After going here and there at Shinaewon, he's volunteering right now~
For the sake of Shinaewon's varying programs progression, several big and small places have been prepared.
Exactly that place there's one taking place!!!He's using his complete best strength while cleaning~

Sizzle sizzle ^^
He's cleaning the stairway that goes down to the dining area!!!
Together with the 85 Club friends, it was a very fun and noisy cleaning time period~
I have one question.
"Does U-Know Yunho use his Junlado satoori accent with his friends? Or no? Keke"
Of course he uses it!!~~
Because of that, it was a more intimate feeling time.

Right now is dining time!!
Passing out food during dinner time!!
While giving out the food to each child one by one, he looked at them in the eyes and told them to eat deliciously~
The children had an expression that controlled their hearts said they didn't want to swallow their kimchi and wanted to eat it forever~^^
The children that ate the food were all happy.

Having one recreation together
Together with the 85 Club members, they started delightful recreations!

U-Know Yunho hyung and Jae-hyun's dance parade-^^
After viewing Shinaewon's dance friends' performance
The dance time together with Yunho!!
Together with Kim Jae-hyun, dancing Shinaewon's dance~~keke
It was really a fun time..
Even thinking about it now, it was a time where there was a lot of laughter.

u-know with shinaewon family
Finishing a day's program by shooting a group picture to remember the day!

"U-Know Yunho hyung, please sign over here!"
Yunho who is smiling whiling signing~
Because of his next schedule, many people couldn't get his signature immediately, he used his ample heart when he said that he'd send out as many signatures for the children as needed to Shinaewon.
Working hard when volunteering even though it was a short time.
Saying goodbye to each child one by one.
Playing enthusiastically and passionately smiling while playing together with others.
We have had a close look at these appearances while standing in your place.
Thank you. Thank you.

Please come back on the promise made with our children to visit again!! We believe that you will fulfill your promise^^

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[News] SuJu - Soshi, Korean Representatives for the 2009 Asia Song Festival

2009-07-25T13:16:00.001+08:00

Groups Super Junior and So Nyuh Shi Dae are the Korean representatives for the "2009 Asia Song Festival" where the top stars from 9 countries take the stage together.

Super Junior and So Nyuh Shi Dae will be attending the upcoming 2009 Asia Song Festival which will be held on September 19th at the Seoul SangAm-Dong World Cup Stadium.

The 2009 Asia Song Festival will be the 6th concert of its kind. It started in 2004 with 9 teams from 7 countries and grew to 22 of the top singing teams from 12 countries last year.

This time around 15 top teams from 9 countries including Korea, Japan, China, Taiwan, and Thailand will be participating, heating up the autumn night in SangAm.

Super Junior and So Nyuh Shi Dae aside, Japan's popular male soloist, Gackt, as well as, Mihimaru GT, the singers of hit song Kibun Jōjō, have confirmed their attendance. China's representative will be the winner of last years MTV Asia Awards Chinese Singer Award Li Yuchun. Taiwan's popular male singer Luo Zhi Xiang, Hong Kong's popular "Four Heavenly Kings", and Thailand's 5 member idol group Chaotic will be attending as well.

In addition, Vietnam's super model contest winner, popular singer/actress Ho Ngoc Ha, and Indonesia's Britney Spears, Agnes Monica will be representing each's country. Ukraine's beloved singer/democracy advocate (ex-representative/senator), Ruslana, who successfully led the orange revolution, will be attending as well.

The 2009 Asia Song Festival will be aired in 30 countries including the US as well as countries in Europe.

Meanwhile, additional participants in the 2009 Asia Song Festival will be announced in the middle of August. It is predicted that an additional 2 top teams from Korea and a very high level Asian team will be added.

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[Translation/Info] Bigeastation 122 and 123 Preview

2009-07-25T12:47:00.000+08:00

Bigeast Station 122 (26th July 2009)

Members: Yunho, Changmin
· Opinions & reviews from listeners regarding the Bigeast 2 year anniversary goods. Members are going to test out the goods themselves in the recording studio.

· [Really Want to Know] segment : How should Tohoshinki improve in terms of their acapella? How do the members change clothes during concerts?

Bigeast Station 123 (2nd August 2009)

Members: Yoochun, Jaejoong, Junsu

· [Toho Psychology]
Junsu’s Japanese language skills is still not that good at this time?

· [Really Want to Know!!]
Really hope Charisma Junsu can answer! Play [Dajare] (A Japanese word game). How to not hurt feelings when rejecting guys? Members are going to demonstrate live!

Credits: 東方神起百度帖吧
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[Translation] 090724 Kindai Magazine August Issue

2009-07-25T12:43:00.000+08:00

Kindai August 09

[Tohoshinki 4th LIVE TOUR 2009 ~The Secret Code~]
Tour Final started in Tokyo Dome (for 2 days). On July 5th (Sunday), when the stage was surrounded in Cyalume (T/N: glow sticks) of Tohoshinki’s colour red, the 5 rose onto the platform with three piece tuxedos (T/N: tux with trousers, waistcoat and jacket). The lead number from their new album [Secret Game] began the performance!

Jaejoong: (T/N: said in the tour) [Is everybody happy?! Is everybody excited? (After hearing tremendous cheers from 50,000 people) Great!]

Changmin: [5 years ago it was very tough learning Japanese. Now, we are able to speak it! I think we have matured a lot.]

For the Tokyo Dome concert, what was not included in the tour before was also added to the performance. Junsu and Yunho performed [XIAHTIC] and [CHECKMATE] which was first revealed in their Asia Tour. They danced and sang very passionately. Also for Changmin, he sang [WILD SOUL] which is in a hard rock style. As for Jaejoong and Yoochun, they performed a song that they had written especially for that day, which was [~COLORS~ Melody and Harmony].

Jaejoong: [When we debuted in Japanese, I remember clearly that only around 200 people came to our first live to support us while we sang. Us now and us then is so different right? To be able to sing and dance in such a huge venue…I was very happy!]

Just before the encore when Tohoshinki were about to sing their new song [Stand By U], the Dome suddenly swept into a blue colour from blue Cyalumes. This surprise left the 5 members expressions of deep gratitude.

Jaejoong: [Thanks so much for that present. Everyone, today I felt extremely happy!]

After the 2nd encore of [Love in the Ice], the 5 members’ eyes started watering…

Jaejoong: [From that point on, I wanted to run and embrace everyone’s vigour and energy. That strong power, I felt it thoroughly!]

Tohoshinki as they are walking around thanking their fans for the support: [Kamsahamnidda! (thank you!)]

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[Translation] 090723 Oricon Style Magazine August Issue Interview

2009-07-25T12:34:00.002+08:00

Changmin

Birthday: 18th February 1988
Height: 186CM
Weight: 61
Blood Type: B

A shy gentlemen who holds a passion

Changmin is in charge of the higher range when singing. A check on his personality “Even if he’s shy and scared of strangers, but once he decided to do something, he’ll do it.” Has a very mature personality. A very humble person who treats others gentle, (it was written in 2008 2nd July Issue) “He has a passion to become better”, he’s a strong person who has a will to move forward.

Yunho

Birthday: 6th February 1986
Height: 184CM
Weight: 66KG
Blood Type: A

Has a charm of being a leader to let everyone depend on. Once focused, he becomes really cool!

TVXQ’s leader, has to listen to the members’ view, then come out with a conclusion when in trouble. His own personality is that “No matter what, I’ll achieve my goals, once you focus on something, there’s sure to be some benefits somewhere” (Written in 14th July 2008 Issue)

Yoochun

Birthday: 4th June 1986
Height: 180CM
Weight: 64KG
Blood Type: O

Have a gentle heart, believing in others and moving towards his goals

In the past Yoochun was said that he was unable to believe anyone. (Written in 28th July 2008 Issue) “However, because of his members and staffs support, he now changed and starts to believe in people”. “In TVXQ, he’ll care more about everyone’s, that kind of balance” and he loves to worry about the others.

Jaejoong

Birthday: 26th January 1986
Height: 178CM
Weight: 63KG
Blood Type: O

Straight forward and innocent!

A curiosity heart that refuse to lose to anyone

Jaejoong’s personality could be considered as straight forward and innocent. In the past interview, it was mentioned, “I’am always thinking that sleeping is a waste of time~ once the sun is up, I have to wake up!”
And just because of this, could conclude that “Because of his curiosity, whatever is in his mind, he’ll just speak it all out”

Junsu

1st January 1987
Height: 178CM
Weight: 60KG
Blood Type: B

He’s a professional in intimidating others and creating a very warm atmosphere

Because he had said before “Within TVXQ, I’m a mood maker” therefore he’s able to bring everything around him to a high tension. Having a strong service attitude(?). had said before “Even if i was to abandon myself, I wish to make everyone beside me smile”

Source ：Never End 未完- Shim Changmin Site
Trans : Mel@OneTVXQ
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[Scans] Easy Magazine August 09 Issue

2009-07-25T12:09:00.001+08:00

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[Scans] Junon Magazine Sept 09 Issue

2009-07-24T19:58:00.002+08:00

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[Scans] Kindai Magazine Sept '09 Issue

2009-07-24T19:41:00.001+08:00

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[Translation] 090724 TVXQ's Yunho Challenges First Drama

2009-07-24T19:36:00.001+08:00

It has been decided that Yunho, from popular idol group TVXQ, will be participating in a drama.

On the 24th, MBC revealed that Yunho has been casted in the new drama "Heading To The Ground" (Script: Kim Solji & Kim Aeri, Director: Park Song Soo), as the character Cha Bong Gun, who has to face countless setbacks to try and fulfill his dream of becoming a soccer player that represents his country.

A drama representative said, "Yunho and the charactr Cha Bong Gun are similar as they both work hard, putting in sweat and blood until they can make their dreams a reality. A star of Asia, we are confident that we can see the likeness of Cha Bong Gun in him."

Meanwhile, Yunho, who has been casted in the drama, said, "As I was reading the script, my chest swelled (with pride) and I felt really good about being casted as Cha Bong Gun. I want to express this feeling through my acting."

Source: [WoW!Korea.jp]
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[Info] Yunho for Heading to The Ground

2009-07-24T19:31:00.000+08:00

After it’s said yes by CBS news, said no by Newsen…
finally today the final article (or at least for now it’s considered as final article) is released.

Yunho will be casted in replacement of Kim Rae Won who has his enlistment for military service in “Head to The Ground” — a new drama from MBC.

I seriously cant translate the news appropriately right now but let me give the main points for you:

>> Title: “Heading to The Ground”
>> Airing date: September 9th
>> Main Actors & Actresses: Jung Yunho, Lee Dae Hee, Han Ga In

>> Storyline: Yunho’s role is a soccer player named Cha Bong Gun who lives his life with passion regardless the many crisis he’s going through to achieve his impossible dream, to be national representative football player in international world.

>> Others: Yunho got his face to face marathon meeting with drama staffs for 5 hours on July 19th.

He showed sincere and modest attitude as a rookie in acting department. From the first time he read his script, he seemed to make a deep understandings to Cha Bong Gun character, excellent concentration, honest representation, and rich in expression that surprised the rest of drama staffs themselves.

Now all casts of “Heading to The Ground” are starting to practice.

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[Info] 090723 SMTOWN LIVE'09, Tickets Sold-Out in 5 Minutes

2009-07-24T19:22:00.000+08:00

Tickets were sold out on the 23rd of July for the SMTOWN LIVE'09 Concert which is to be held at the Seoul Jamsil Olympic Stadium on the 16th of August 2009. The exclusive tickets that were sold by G-Market were sold-out within five minutes.

TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls' Generation, SHINee and Zhang Li Yin, together with special guests, would be the ones performing on this concert stage, showing a variety of never-before seen performances.

An SM Entertainment representative stated, "Although the concert tickets are sold-out every year, the ticket-selling has become more heated because SM Entertainment artistes are mostly active during the summer season."

source: thestar@chosun.com
translation: mel @ OneTVXQ.com ~ fin123 @ soompi
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[Translation] 090724 U-know Yunho vs. TOP on October

2009-07-24T19:07:00.000+08:00

U-know Yunho's first broadcast will be on 9 September in the new drama '맨땅에 헤딩,' while T.O.P from Big Bang in the KBS new drama, 'Iris.' 'Iris' which is a masterpiece combination of romance and action which put up 20 million won will be broadcast on 14 October.

U-know Yunho from DBSK and T.O.P from Big Bang will face each other as the idols of the music industry in acting field is expected on October.

There's more; 'My 19' tele-Japanese drama film with T.O.P as the actor plus Heaven's Postman; Youngwoong Jaejoong from DBSK as the main actor will also be broadcast in October which is expected to be able to raise the names of '맨땅에 헤딩' and 'Iris.'

Considered as rivals, DBSK's and Big Bang's members first acting will be challenging and exciting.

source: Newsis
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[News] DBSK’s Yunho to make acting debut

2009-07-24T19:05:00.000+08:00

Ha! Just days after refuting the rumors, it has been announced that 23-year-old DBSK singer U-Know Yunho is indeed making his acting debut in the soccer drama Heading to the Ground [맨땅에 헤딩].

The singer, born Jung Yun-ho, takes on the character of “Cha Bong-kun,” a role recently vacated by Kim Rae-won because of Kim’s mandatory army obligation. To achieve the impossible goal of making it as a national player, the character pours all his passion into realizing the dream. While he “has nothing to his name, the drama tells the miraculous success story of passionate soccer player Cha Bong-kun.”

U-Know Yunho said of the role, “I really like the character of Cha Bong-kun. Reading the script, my heart overflowed with emotion. I want to act that feeling with sincerity.”

Heading to the Ground follows the Wednesday-Thursday horror drama Hon on MBC and premieres on September 9. No confirmation yet on the casting of his love interest, although Go Ara remains in contention

Via My Daily, Newsis
translation: dramabeans

[Scans] Tohoshinki on Ray Magazine - Sept '09 Issue

2009-07-24T13:33:00.001+08:00

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2009-07-23T19:09:00.001+08:00

Jongwoon’s Cyworld Photo Entry 2009.07.19 02:36
In the ‘Y 일상 … ‘ folder..

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김종운	2009.07.19 02:36

2009.06.06 ..

Moving towards somewhere …

Jongwoon’s Cyworld Photo Entry 2009.07.19 02:42
In the ‘Y Design .. ‘ folder..

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김종운	2009.07.19 02:42

Jongwoon’s Cyworld Photo Entry 2009.07.19 02:51
In the ‘Love is .. ‘ folder..

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김종운	2009.07.19 02:51

My girl.

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[Translation] 090723 A-nation '09 - Information (Lucky Draw)

2009-07-23T17:46:00.001+08:00

Good Afternoon to all BIGEAST.
The big summer event, a-Nation, is finally starting!

This year, at all a-nation venues, exclusive lucky draws of the original goods will take place at the FANCLUB booths!
To all those who are participating in a-nation, please be sure to visit the FANCLUB booths, okay?
Please check the details of the lucky draw under the NEWS tab on the website.

You can still participate in lucky draws at the venues that Tohoshinki are not appearing at.
Everyone, please be sure to come by the FANCLUB booth. We'll be waiting~☆

Sent: 2009.7.22
From: Bigeast Office

Source: [TWFC]
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[Translation] 090722 Kim Brothers Work Together To Create Kim Junho's Single "I Love You"

2009-07-23T17:39:00.001+08:00

When Kim Junsu's twin, Kim Junho, made his debut in 2009, it aroused a lot of interest. Kim Junho's company expressed recently, Junho's first musical work "I Love You" will be introduced to everyone by the end of August (latest September). Within the single, both the Korean and Chinese version of "I Love You" is recorded, and the lyrics for the Korean version were personally written by his brother, Kim Junsu.

Also, because of the special nature of the single, this single will not be released at music stores, it's just a gift from Junho to his fans.

Single introduction:
"I Love You" is a gentle ballad with a beautiful melody. It is moving and touching, and the lyrics also portray a deep love you feel for a lover. Together with Junho's heartfelt singing, this is a single that is worth collecting.

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[Translation] 090722 KPOP Early Days Programme - TVXQ Special Broadcast Date

2009-07-23T17:35:00.001+08:00

Special Broadcast date: 2 August (Sunday)
Time: 9:45pm
Appearance: TVXQ
Service provider: KNTV
Parts: 2 parts
KNTV Broadcast date: 2 August (Sunday)

Programme introduction:
Footage of TVXQ's early days~ [KPOP Early Days Programme - TVXQ Special]
*Special re-broadcast

In every episode, the main highlight of the programme will send an important, secret message.

Korea's greatest KPOP group, which has conquered the Asia Pacific region, including Japan - TVXQ. There will be a 2 hour, complete broadcast on TVXQ. Due to requests, there will be a rebroadcast of their early days, when they just debuted, sharing various images of their early days!!

Source: [tvxqasia]
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[Translation] 090722 TVXQ: Children Who Are Growing While Holding On To Their "First Feelings"

2009-07-23T17:22:00.001+08:00

Two years ago, this reporter had a short meeting with the father of TVXQ member, Kim Junsu. This year, on 14 July, at the Beijing press conference of the product that Kim Junsu, Kim Jaejoong and Park Yoochun invested in, this reporter greeted Mr Kim (T/N: Junsu's father), and although he was really busy on that day, he took my hand and said, "I still remember you. For the 3 children's event today, I'll be counting on your support."

In the past 2 years, there have been very few one-to-one interviews with TVXQ within China; as their popularity keeps growing, the company's requirements also become more strict, and unpleasant news and rumours also become something that they have to bear with as their popularity ascends. Even their parents have to be prepared in case they are faced with unpleasant situations.

The 3 members were unable to attend the press conference held on the 14th. On that day, Kim Junsu's father was continuously busy with matters pertaining to the conference, but whenever the Chinese fans came up to him, he always patiently fulfilled their requests. Park Yoochun's mom was sitting quietly at one corner the whole time, but under encouragement from Mr Kim, she got up and bowed to everyone, and said some thanks... Because of TVXQ, they've also been placed under the spotlight just like other stars, but in truth, they are just ordinary parents, who work extraordinarily hard.

From their honest and kind parents, you can also see the likeness of the 5 members of TVXQ within them.

~*~

・Regarding disbanding
Reporter:Previously, there were news of TVXQ disbanding floating around the Internet. This time, the 3 members did not attend the press conference, is it related to the rumours of disbanding?
Mr Kim: Haha. It's actually simply because of their schedules in Japan. They are always very busy when they are in Korea, leaving Korea and going into Japan, their schedules are just as busy, and they have a lot of work to do. As their father, my heart aches for them sometimes, but TVXQ's families are all the same, we will always understand them by looking at it from a different point of view. It's precisely because they are stars, that they are so busy, that they have to live under the eyes of others, that there will be all kinds of news, both good and bad... This is their job. As far as I know, they have been carrying out their schedules as per normal, up until now, I've not heard of any change among the TVXQ members. Where did you hear of such news?

Reporter: It was from online news; said to be reported from the Korean media.
Mr Kim: Korea is the same, especially for Internet news, there are accurate news and news that are inaccurate or wrong. Regarding the news of disbanding, we are unaware of it right now (T/N: he means to ask the reporter to not make hasty decisions about it)

・About the fans
Reporter: In China, there are a lot of working fans, and as long as they can afford it, they would go to Korea for holidays, visit your pizza shop, Mrs Park's icecream shop and the boutiques of the 3 members. Throughout the years, has there been any fan that left a deep impression on you? Do you talk to your son or the other TVXQ members about the fans?
Mr Kim: I am always thankful to the Chinese fans for their love, their love and trust have also touched the members of TVXQ. As a parent of Junsu, or rather of all the children in TVXQ, I am also always touched that the children have received so much love. The fans use different methods to love my children, in the cosmetic boutiques in Korea, the Japanese and Chinese fans have had good reactions to the cosmetics. The TVXQ members know about all these too. They are very involved with their investment, I guess this is also a sense of responsibility to the fans who use the products.

・About "first feelings"
Reporter: This reporter also went to the concert on 11th July, it was really exciting. I'm really curious about how you feel whenever you attend their concerts?
Mr Kim: I think it's very exciting, I always feel extremely happy when I'm at their concerts.

Reporter: I heard that Korean fans are very insistent on the words "first feelings". TVXQ have come so far these past 5 years, from singers to stars, from artistes to business investors. As an elder, do you think that the 5 members still hold on to the first feelings they had, just like how they first entered the company because of their dreams to become singers?

Mr Kim: In my eyes, the 5 of them are children who still hold on to their "first feelings". They were like that in the past, are still like that now, and will always be like that even in the future. Even though they have a lot of schedules now and they have a lot of work everyday, after meeting so many people their attitudes have become more mature, and they are more experienced. But there are still a lot of things, including the determination they had when they just started out as singers to pursue their dreams, and those have not changed even now. And it's because they hold on to their "first feelings" that they can keep working hard and keep being passionate.

~*~

Since their trainee days, the TVXQ members have already thought of Junsu's house as their house. Mr Kim has seen the 5 children grow from fresh-faced boys to men who can shoulder and carry the weight of responsibility. Even after so many years have passed, in his eyes, they remain as children who are strong, sensitive, passionate; and who are occasionally restless and emotional. In Korea's fast-paced entertainment industry, ability to maintain the power to have a long-lasting career cannot be based on popularity alone. "They still need more practice." (T/N: It doesn't say who this quote is from, probably Mr Kim)

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[Translation] Arena 37゜C August 2009 Issue - Part 2 (About Stand by U)

2009-07-23T17:09:00.002+08:00

Q. What do you think of when you're performing "Stand by U"?
YC: This is a happy song, that everyone can sing together while smiling. Although just like "Forever Love", we hope to portray the emotions of the song, this song is somewhat different. It's more like placing our own feelings within the song, and letting them experience the emotions of the song naturally. We don't want to just move you when you hear the song, but to put in our own individual feelings as well; there's that kind of feeling.

JS: I'll think about the feelings of a guy who's been left behind all alone. It feels like I'm in the shoes of the male lead, performing this song while living in that 'world'.

CM: I'll think of the past, of the lonely feeling one gets when thinking of things that can no longer be remedied, and perform this song with that feeling. I'll hold on to the feeling of liking someone, it's not necessary to have the exact same scenario as depicted by the song, but to just try my best to bring myself as close to that 'world' as possible while performing.

YH: At first I thought that the feeling would be similar to "Why Did I Like You". After reading the lyrics, I felt that this song is more mature in comparison, so while I'm singing this, there's a need to try and express the feeling of suppressed love. There are some parts of the lyrics which I have never experienced personally, so I'll think "Is it this feeling?" while I'm performing.

JJ: I want to express the meaning of the lyrics as much as possible, and perform with the same feelings as the lyrics as much as possible. I'll think about how this situation could occur to me, about what I'd do if I was in this position; I carry these thoughts as I perform. Also, not only does the song have sad and lonely parts, but also parts that makes us smile gently while we sing. Upon separation, there's loneliness; this feeling is encompassed within the song, so while performing it, we can't help but make an expression similar to this feeling.

Q. While introducing this song at the Live, Changmin said this, "Everyone would have had this experience". After hearing the lyrics, do you have the feeling like "I've definitely experienced this"?
JJ: What's that?

Q. For example, "mistaking someone else's back for yours, countless disappointments".
YH: Yes, definitely! You'll think, "Ah? Is that...?" and then realise that you were wrong.

YC: You'll think, "It's definitely that person!" then when you see her face you go "Ah..." (he lays his face on the table, laughs).

Q. That expression seems like one full of disappointment (laugh). The lyrics also say "you left without saying goodbye". Among the members, is there anyone that acts alone without telling anyone, for example, disappearing without a word or eating something without saying?
CM: Me! (raises hand) At first I was thinking who could it be, but if it's about eating something without saying anything, it has to be me, of this I'm very sure (laughs).

Q. The things in the fridge are cleared out by Changmin unknowingly? (laughs)
CM: It's like that for the fridge, and also for the the stuff that we buy from the supermarkets (laughs).

Q. The phrase "like the most" appears in the lyrics. Right now, what is it that you "like the most"?
YH: Recently I've come to like the computer the most, even though mine has already been through a lot of wear and tear.

Q. Do you use it often?
YH: Instead of using it as a computer, I use it more often as a machine to play the DVDs.

YC: I like doing jigsaw puzzles the most! (At this moment, the pieces of the jigsaw puzzle that was used as a prop for the photoshoot were laid out on the table, and Changmin and Yuchun were continuing to fix the puzzle.)

Q. You only like it "now" right (laughs)?
YC: Ah, and I also like this ring a lot. It's a present from Junsu.

JS: It was a birthday present.

YC: Recently it seems that I've been constantly unlucky. Getting this ring is not exactly good luck, but it's more like I have peace of mind when I'm wearing it; I feel more relaxed.

Q. It seems like Junsu is very insightful went it comes to choosing presents.
YC: It's not like that, he's not insightful, it's just a coincidence.

YH: After receiving it, you haven't had any bad luck?

YC: Actually, no... But I'm still really happy to receive this gift.

JS: Thank you.

Q. I'll be asking about the PV next. How did you feel while filming it?
JS: This was an experience we never had. There are multiples of ourselves that appear within the PV, and I think the feeling it gives the video is that of a heavy-heart.

CM: On the day of filming, we arrived at the location at 8am, and only left the next day at 8am. During that time, we filmed continuously, and didn't sleep for even a minute. To complete something all at one go within 24 hours, without even a minute of sleep, this was the first time I experienced that in my life (laughs).

YC: Instead of feeling it was hard on us, what I felt was that because I like "Stand by U" so much, I want to quickly do the cover and PV. So, I bought a camera the day before filming, and took a lot of pictures at the location myself. I felt really happy. Also, this PV doesn't have any dance portions, so this made me feel lucky too (laughs).

Q. But you have to show so many expressions when you are performing.
YC: But the expressions come naturally, under the influence of the song. If feels like it just naturally exudes from the song.

JJ: Also, besides the members' version, there's also the drama version of the PV. After seeing the main lead in the drama version, as a man, I empathise. Your own girlfriend marrying another man without even saying "goodbye"... I think it's too much... But the male lead still accepted it without being sore about it. That's why I thought, "So there's still this kind of feeling too". After that, I still thought about it a lot.

YH: Whether it's the members' version or the drama version, I hope that everyone will like it. And also to 'feel' these two PVs in accordance with the lyrics.

Q. On the other hand, the love song "Tea for Two" seems to express the pleased smiles shared between lovers.
JS: I think this is a really nice image (laughs).

Q. In the lyrics, there's a part that says "hugging you from the back while you're cooking". Among the members, who is most likely to do this?
YC: Me!

Q. You really answered as quickly as I asked the question~ (laugh)
YC: Although I've never actually done it before, but it's definitely me.

Q. But I think that Jejung seems to fit this image more.
YC: Wrong, wrong, it's definitely me (laughs).

Q. You're really fighting for it.
JJ: But I want to try that too. I think this is the image one gets of an ideal relationship. It should feel really great. Both looking really happy.

JS: Although it's embarrassing to say it, but I really want to experience this kind of love at least once. This way, I'll feel happier than anyone, isn't that so?

Q. What does Changmin think of this kind of sweet feelings...?
CM: Suddenly... I feel like working hard to do this.... But, I want to look for a girlfriend first (laughs). (Everyone bursts out laughing!!)

Q. Alright, alright (laughs). One last question; there are lyrics in "Stand by U" that depict the feeling of happiness, then, when do the members feel happy? First, let's talk about the personal moments when you feel happy.
YC: When I'm eating ramen. I feel happy when I hear the word "ramen" (laughs).

YH: For me, when I'm in my own room thinking of nothing, passing time leisurely, I feel happy at moments like these.

JS: I'm happiest when it's time to sleep! Not just sleeping per se. But when all the work has been completed, and being able to go back to my room to sleep with a peace of mind. This kind of feeling is really good!

JJ: For me, it's also when I've completed my work after working hard at it, especially... finally being able to relax after a Live performance is over, that feeling is really good.

CM: For me, it's when I'm taking a bath. Fill it with hot water, then getting into the water, and even playing soothing music that relaxes you; that kind of feeling is really great.

Q. Then, what about moments of happiness during work?
YH: When a Live just begins, the moment where we just step on stage, and the faces of the audience enter my vision, I feel really happy then.

YC: When singing "Somebody To Love", and after the performance when we throw our towels at the staff and think in our hearts "It's over~", I'm really happy at that moment.

JS: I feel happy when I shower after a Live is over.

JJ: When the 5 of us are standing together on stage, I feel really happy. When Junsu got hurt, and only 4 of us stood on the stage, I couldn't feel happy at all. So, after Junsu got better, and the 5 of us could stand on stage and dance together, I felt extremely happy.

CM: At the very end of a Live, when we, together with the band and our dancers, bid farewell to everyone; the moment when we all raise our heads, there's no happiness comparable to that.

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[Info] COLORS ~Melody and Harmony~

2009-07-23T16:48:00.001+08:00

The new popular song by Jaejoong and Yoochun!
On July 4th and 5th of 2009, 「COLORS ~Melody and Harmony~」 was sung live and is now going to be released as a single!
It has been decided that for Hello Kitty's 35th Anniversary, COLORS will be the main song.

── CD+DVD

Price : ￥1,890
Release Date : 09/09/30
Item Number: RZCD - 46372/B
Label : rhythm zone

(There will be more info)

[CD]

· COLORS ~Melody and Harmony~
· TITLE TO BE ANNOUNCED
외 전 2곡 4Ver. 수록 예정

[DVD]
「COLORS ~Melody and Harmony~」PV
Off Shoot Movie (Limited Edition)

Limited Edition includes a jacket-sized card (1 of 3, randomly)
Limited Edition includes the off shoot video

── CD

Price : ￥1,050
Release Date : 09/09/30
Item Number : RZCD - 46373
Label : rhythm zone

(More info to be released)

[CD]

· COLORS ~Melody and Harmony~
· Second title to be announced

Limited Edition includes a jacket-sized card (1 of 3, randomly)
Limted Edition includes 8-page booklet

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[Pictures] 090721 Bigeastation Ep120 - Junsu, Yunho & Changmin

2009-07-22T15:04:00.001+08:00

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[Info] 090720 Oricon Weekly Chart - Stand by U #7

2009-07-20T22:24:00.001+08:00

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[Pictures] 090720 DBSK at Kimpo Airport (Back to Japan) - Part 2

2009-07-20T15:12:00.000+08:00

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[Video] Infinitely Yours Seoul CF NGs - SNSD,TVXQ,Super Junior (Engsub)

2009-07-20T14:33:00.002+08:00

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[Pictures] 090720 DBSK at Kimpo Airport (Back to Japan)

2009-07-20T12:14:00.002+08:00

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[Translations] Arena 37゜C August 2009 Issue - Part 1 (Personal Interview - About The Tour)

2009-07-19T23:03:00.002+08:00

★CHANGMIN★

Q. This time, you can sit on the platform and interact with the fans, and the atmosphere also seems different from last year's tour, did you notice that?
A. For me, I don't really feel strongly about this, but people around me say this often. Because the camera crew is the same as last year's, the camera man said "Last year, you didn't look at the camera much, but you did really well this year".

Q. It wasn't on purpose, but you just did it naturally?
A. Yes. I really like the feeling of jumping along with the fans, I'm more happy than I expected to be.

Q. Looking back on it as a whole, was there any moment where you felt like it's tiring and difficult to deal with?
A. It should be physically, the ones where we perspire the most and use the most energy would be "FORCE", "Purple Line" and other dance songs. I think it's really difficult at those times.

Q. Although I'm not really sure, but it's always said that Changmin perspires the most...
A. That's right (laugh). After the first song ended, I'm already covered in perspiration (laugh).

Q. With regards to gaining back your energy after a live performance, does Changmin have any special remedy?
A. Drink a lot of water everyday.

Q. Drink immediately after waking up in the morning; like that?
A. Not just in the morning, but really, throughout the day.

Q. This is good for your metabolism, but you still perspire?
A. But... I've always perspired easily since I was a kid (laugh).

Q. It's been like this since you were a child?
A. Yes. But maybe it's because I usually drink a lot of water, I don't feel as tired this year, as compared to last year. My throat didn't become sore too.

Q. I see. In order to express each song fully, and according to the different requirements of the songs, it demands a lot out of your voice. What do you think?
A. I think it's a necessity to constantly improve. But, just to change the vocals is not enough, I think I still need to improve when it comes to putting in feelings, this is also a skill required in performing.

Q. Which is to say, you won't just adjust your voice, but adjust it according to how your feelings change?
A. I think it's like that. Sometimes I'll make adjustments on purpose, but I still feel that it's better to make the adjustments according to how my feelings change.

Q. Up until now, do you feel... you've failed in any aspect?
A. Isn't there a performance where we're singing and the stage is moving towards the audience at the same time? That's really high... really scary (laugh). At the beginning, I kept thinking about what I should do if I cannot fully concentrate enough to dance (laugh).

Q. If you look from above, it must be really high.
A. (In a definite manner) Very high!

Q. Very high (laugh). But, after experiencing it a few times...
A. I got used to it slowly, now I can sing without worries... How do I say this? I still can't relax completely (laugh). But, I can already gather my full concentration to sing, so please be assured everyone!

★YUCHUN★

Q. For the tour this time around, I heard there's a performance with piano accompaniment. How do you feel about it?
A. Really! Really! Really! Stressed~ Although I'm already familiar with the atmosphere and surroundings of the arena, it's a little different this time. I can't be careless!!

Q. Definitely. You have to concentrate on playing the piano as well as sing, it must be difficult.
A. It's very difficult. For example, if it's just my own part, then there's no problem at all. But because there are many parts where we harmonise together, it becomes more difficult. The melody is also a little different, I have to put in my feelings into the song, that's difficult too... Not just my own voice, but when I play the piano, I have to put in my feelings too.

Q. You mean to say, that the sound of the piano must have depth of feelings too?
A. Yes. I think that even if it's a piano, it can be affected by its environment and emit different sounds according to the feelings then. I have to think about playing the piano, and also put in feelings for the song... it's too difficult to have to consider these 2 things together (bitter laugh). But, I feel really blessed when performing too. The 4 others are surrounding the piano singing along! Of course, I also feel the heavy responsibility, but I also feel the joy that I've never felt before.

Q. I believe you feel this way because of the chemistry that exists between all of you. By the way, before making the decision to perform on the piano for the tour, you must have practiced a lot, right?
A. I practiced. In my own room, or at the office.

Q. Yuchun is also really good at livening up the atmosphere and getting reactions from the audience, is that practiced too (laugh)?
A. Of course... I didn't practice that (laugh). At that time, I just do whatever my heart feels.

Q. When shouting out, it feels like Yuchun is leading the shouting.
A. I just naturally became "in-charge" of this.

Q. "In-charge" of this (laugh)?
A. Yes. But it feels really good when shouting. At that moment, it seems like all my feelings can be sent into the hearts of the fans. It's really exciting.

Q. Is there a segment that you like in particular?
A. I really like "Purple Line" and "呪文－MIROTIC－", these 2 songs. Following the beats of the band, it really gets your blood pumping. I still feel that the accompaniment of the live band is the best!

Q. The atmosphere at the live will also become really high. On the other hand, is there any thing that makes you feel it was a failure?
A. Previously, I forgot the dance steps to "Share The World" and "O- 正・反・合". It's my first time making a mistake for these 2 songs. It feels like the audience didn't notice it, but I still feel embarassed about it, really sorry!

Q. Also, in the video that was shown, there's a scene where you were dumped by a girl.
A. Among the members, there were those who got dumped, and those who did the dumping. Maybe it's because my eyes looks sadder, so they thought that the scene would be more suitable, as I'd be able to portray that sadness... the people around me all think that way (laugh).

★JUNSU★

Q. At Saitama Super Arena, it seemed like your foot injury ws not completely healed yet. Is it alright now?
A. Yes, I can dance now. I will slowly dance more for the last half of the tour, please do not worry.

Q. For this tour, during the performance of "Beautiful You", so portion where you stood alone and sang under the spotlight left a deep impression. At that moment, what did you feel?
A. It's different every single time, I'll go with the flow of the atmosphere then. Because that portion is an improvisation, the tune is dragged out longer, or maybe to change a breath, just performing it naturally.

Q. Which is to say, at different times, the feeling is different?
A. Yes. I drag my voice out longer, or make it huskier, it changes like that.

Q. For this tour, which part made you feel like you've put a lot of effort in singing and performing?
A. No matter what song, I treat every song seriously. But because "Stand by U" is a new song, we have to take into consideration that it's the first time everyone is hearing it, and we hope that everyone will like it, so we'll take special care in thinking about the lyrics while performing.

Q. This time all kinds of videos were filmed too. How do you feel about that?
A. I did something that I've never done before, it was something I could challenge myself with, so it felt good. While filming, I'll keep thinking of the results of the filming, so there's expectation but insecurities as well.

Q. What do you have to take note of when filming?
A. I have to keep confirming and filming in front of the camera. When it ended, it really felt like that was the best cut already (laugh). It's thanks to the crew that we had such good results.

Q. The video during the Live is also important, right?
A. It can influence the overall effect as it'll be used from the time filming is over until the end of the tour. Because this will be used repeatedly, so there was a bit of stress (laugh).

Q. During the tour, was there any portion where you felt you failed at?
A. For me, I got injured the day before the tour, and it resulted in the 5 of us being unable to dance together. This thing is the most (regrettable)... I really feel so sorry.

Q. But, the fans gave Junsu a really heart-warming reception.
A. I'm really, really thankful to everyone. I want to do the best I can... even if it's just my own feelings, I want to send it across to everyone. Now, this feeling I have is the strongest it's ever been.

Q. I think that this feeling that Junsu has for everyone has already been sent to them.
A. If that is the case, that would be great.

Q. Also, during every Live, you'll be asked "Any new gags?" during the Talk. You must feel really tired (laugh).
A. It's very stressful~ (laugh). I have no new gag material, so I can only do the old ones... even if I think of new ones, they are used so quickly.

Q. So, for the next half of the tour, we'll look forward to your new gags and your performance after your recovery~ (laugh).
A. I will put in everyone's concern and my own thankfulness into my performances, and send it to everyone as thanks.

★YUNHO★

Q. "4th Live Tour 2009 ~The Secret Code~" is being held currently, what are your thoughts about it this time?
A. For this tour, compared to the previous tours, there are more "show" segments, it feels like we are enjoying the Live together with the fans. Also, there are a lot of dance songs, it feels really exciting. Ballads are also inserted in the middle, to make it more balanced.

Q. At the opening, there's a portion for a solo dance. At that moment, did you feel nervous?
A. Yes... very nervous. Especially at the beginning of the tour, I felt stressed and really nervous. But, as soon as I step on the stage, all I feel is happiness after that. After receiving everyone's support, I want to let everyone know that these are my thoughts.

Q. Right after the intense dance performance for "呪文－MIROTIC－", Yunho starts off the song "Heart, Mind and Soul". It must be really tough here?
A. Very difficult, even more so than I thought it would be... (laugh). To be honest, when I first saw this itinerary, I was already questioning whether there would be any problems. After a very intense dance performance, it's immediately my part again. But after singing, it felt really good. After an intense dance performance, the lights on the stage darken, at that moment, I'd prepare myself and throw myself into the next song. This feeling is really great.

Q. Even though it's really difficult, it feels really good.
A. Yes, we also had to change costumes quickly then, so realistically, adjusting the breathing is really hard. But, seeing the happiness of the fans at the Live, it makes me feel like it's worth it, and thus makes me happy as well.

Q. During a performance, which aspect is the most important to you?
A. For dance, it's still "Purple Line" and "呪文－MIROTIC－". Because it's a wide stage, so we feel the need to fully present the impact of the dance to everyone. Especially for "呪文－MIROTIC－", which incorporated the use of the screens at the Live into the dance; I think this point is important.

Q. For this tour, it seems like you are more concerned about the members surrounding you, and not just noticing your own portion. Is it because you want to make sure of the rapport between the members and their condition?
A. You praised me too much! That wasn't on purpose as well, I think its more like a habit that I developed naturally. Previously, it feels like I did it purposefully, but from 1 or 2 years ago, I think it just became a natural thing.

Q. To develop this habit naturally, that's really great. But on the other hand, up till now, is there anything you felt was a failure?
A. During the solo dance for "Choosey Lover", I lost my balance and I went a little out of tune while trying to regain my balance. But at that moment, I tried hard to make it seem like it was done on purpose, to make everyone think that it was planned. At the end of that, Sam-san said, "That was on purpose (laugh)?" I laughed and replied, "That wasn't on purpose (laugh)". After that, during "Nobody Knows", my teeth bumped into the microphone (laugh). I bore with it and sang till the end. But it really hurt (laugh).

★JEJUNG★

Q. Since the tour began, until now, what left the deepest impression on you?
A. I don't have a deep impression over a particular aspect, rather, I feel really good about the tour as a whole. Although it's intangible, but just by standing on the stage, I can feel that I'm really blessed.

Q. Unexpectedly (blessed).
A. Yes. As for the reason, I'm not sure myself, it just feels like that this time around. I like to look down from the stage and look at the expressions of the audience.

Q. During the MC segment, you previously said that you "could see the audience's expressions".
A. Yes, to be able to even see their expressions, to think that these thousands, tens of thousand fans are here just to see the 5 of us as Tohoshinki, sometimes it still feels unbelievable. I feel really blessed.

Q. During the tour, was there anything in particular that made you feel stressed out or that it was difficult?
A. Before the tour began, Junsu got hurt. He couldn't participate in some performances, so there had to be necessary changes made to the stage and our placement on the stage, but the feelings and the connection between us did not change. Just by looking at Junsu, I get this feeling, that to be able to dance together as the 5 of us is not easy and really precious.

Q. It's really an unforgettable memory. Are you nervous about the tour?
A. I don't feel nervous. Maybe it's because I'm already familiar with the locations, so I feel really at ease and I get the feeling like "If it's like that, it should be okay". Coming here again, I get really strong feelings like "This year I must do my best too", but without any nervousness or stress.

Q. During the MC segment at Saitama Super Arena, you were forced to talk about your first kiss by Changmin. You didn't expect that then, right (laugh)?
A. Yes~! I didn't even expect this kind of topic to come up, I didn't want to talk about it (laugh)! But, this kind of topic is really not suitable for that situation!

Q. But you didn't have a choice then, right (laugh)?
A. Yes, that's why I felt so helpless... (laugh).

Q. Well then, the videos that were shown during the Lives also left a deep impression, let's talk a little about the filming process.
A. It's almost like filming a drama, but I also had a little mishap here. My partner was a Russian girl, who didn't know Japanese at all, and we had no way of communicating. What's more, she was even taller than me...

Q. A girl taller than Jejung?
A. Her height is roughly the same as mine, but those who are sitting down and watching, will think that the girl is taller (laugh). It seems like her hands are also larger than mine... (laugh).

Q. I see. Up until right now, was there any moment where you felt like "I must try my best at all costs here"?
A. During the encore song, the members can actually drink water in the middle, but I couldn't drink then, I had to go straight into the MC segment.

Q. And that was then followed by the next song?
A. Yes (laugh). I really worked hard for that!

T/N: PART 2 COMING SOON^^

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[Info] Dong Bang Shin Ki plays a part in English education in Korea?

2009-07-19T22:28:00.003+08:00

If stars’ name appearing in examination papers is not enough to prove the fanaticism of the South Koreans, we also have Kpop names like Dong Bang Shin Ki appearing directly in textbooks.

Kpop does its part in education!

A netizen posted up scans from a English writing book. And in the book, Dong Bang Shin Ki (TVXQ)’s name are used for English writing practice.

The names also appeared in practise questions.

“Above all the members, I like Mickey (they actually spelt his name wrongly!) the more” cracks me up much.

Netizens say:

* “So they are expected to increase their English proficiency like that?”
* “Do one book with So Nyeo Shi Dae version! I will pass my TOEIC with full marks!”
* “The hallyu has went into books even!”
* “I want to buy this book”
* “Publisher : SM”
* “This is Dong Bang Shin Ki you are talking about you know!”

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[Pictures] 090718 Super Show II Press Conference

2009-07-19T14:41:00.002+08:00

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[News] SNSD,Junsu were Spotted Cheering at Super Junior concert

2009-07-19T10:07:00.001+08:00

SNSD and TVXQ’s Junsu who come from the same agency with Super Junior were seen cheering at Super Junior’s concert.

Super Junior on July 18th at 6 pm held their concert entitled “The 2nd ASIA TOUR ‘SUPER SHOW Ⅱ’” at Seoul Olympic Park Fencing Stadium.

Before the concert started, TVXQ’s Junsu was found backstage while SNSD seeked Super Junior after the end of concert, which was recorded by live music programs broadcast at the concert hall.

SNSD looked happy giving applauses in ‘Gee’ performance by Super Junior. Up until the end, the girls didnt move at all from their place.

Super Junior members showed up their thankful heart after they finished the stage, “We tremble to see TVXQ’ Junsu came to our concert. Also thank you too for SNSD to come. They’re Super Junior’s friend and dongsaeng.”

In mean time, Super Junior whose stage was at maximum distance from the audiences, successfully narrowed the gap by performing various performances from strong dance, ballads, and even trot.

The fans who came responded in enthusiastic cheers for all dancing and singing all along the concert, when this best concert was nearing the end, the members’ eyes were filled with tears as they’re so grateful.

Super Junior’s concert started on July 17th for 3 days to the 19th.

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[News] 090717 Saipan – Members’ Comments, “DEAR MY FANS!”

2009-07-18T20:51:00.003+08:00

Changmin.
DEAR MY FANS!
Recently, not only in Korea but also with Japan’s activities, I feel that the results are slowly showing up. I am always grateful to all of you who have been always giving us love. Last year, I felt that what my heart wanted to do was already done. To be able to repay all of you, I will work even harder!

Jaejoong.
DEAR MY FANS!
Until now, I hope this book can show true, interesting photos. This is our 6th year since our debut, I am very grateful to everyone who has been looking at us change and our unchanging attitude. From now onwards, I will show an even more interesting side of me, please look forward to it.

Yunho.
DEAR MY FANS!
Through ALL ABOUT DBSK, I hope that this can show more of our real, un-changed photos. I think that this is THSK’s growing journey. If everyone could understand that THSK has finally become adult and wants to show newer attitudes then I am very happy.

Yoochun. (I WAS SHOCKED WHEN I READ YOOCHUN'S.HAHA.)
DEAR MY FANS!
To all fans, I am always very grateful. However, please do try to resist coming to our houses every night. There are a lot of activities planned for today, all the members are growing up. In order to achieve the best THSK, we will work hard.

Junsu.
DEAR MY FANS!
No matter where we walk to, we will always wait for you, I am very grateful. As we have been promoting overseas alot so I hope everyone understands. I feel that the reason we are able to grow and be who we are now is thanks to everyone’s existence. Our success in Japan might also be because of our fans in Korea so I am always grateful.

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[Info] A-Nation Official Merchandise and Pink Panther A-Nation styled Collectibles are OUT!

2009-07-18T20:38:00.003+08:00

(A/N: The Artists' Official Merchandise and Other Merchandise are still not available)

Including a basic "shining round fan/Uchiha" and towel, the official goods which treated the main visual of A-Nation in this year with EARTH as their motif!

Pink Panther, celebrating it's 45th anniversary, collaborated with A-Nation!. The Pink Panther becomes the special version of the A-Nation blue color.

source: A-Nation
trans: rai@sweetfig.blogspot
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[Fancafe] 090710 Heechul's Fancafe Message

2009-07-15T20:15:00.002+08:00

Happy Birthday
09.07.10 00:21

Happy Birthday to lovely Heenim ^-^

.............................................................(-┏)

3 years ago, my birthday ended while sitting on the plane to Malaysia
2 years ago, along with hankyung on a rainy midnight , we went to watch Black House
1 year ago, my birthday ended while I was drinking alcohol in Japan
Today as well.... ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

Anyhow, thank you thank you to everyone ^-^

source: Kiseki
translated by: Cinderella@sj-world.net
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[Cyworld] 090710 Heechul's Sidebar Update

2009-07-10T20:13:00.001+08:00

source: Heechul Cy
credit: as tagged
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[Cyworld] 090710 Heechul's Cyworld Entry

2009-07-10T20:05:00.003+08:00

Piano
2009.07.10 00:35 [in the 1st 天 folder]

Pi : Because it is an unavoidable love, you're the one I fell in love with..
A : My heart hurts.. Do you hurt when you think of me as well..?

No : NoNoNoNoNo Ha!

Ah, just because ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
It's my birthday but there's nothing to do, so I did the 3 sentences poem ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

Don't move!! From now onwards, any rascal who moves is a criminal!!

Ah, just because ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
Off to watch Middle-age Detective (-┏)

source: Heechul Cy
translated by: Cinderella@sj-world.net
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[Pictures] 090705 Staff Photos from Tokyo Dome Day 2

2009-07-06T17:59:00.002+08:00

credit: DNBN + cassiELForever

[Translation] 090705 Max Matsuura's Blog

2009-07-06T14:57:00.000+08:00

THSK live has ended, it's 1am now.
THSK's Tokyo Dome Live.
It's 1am now, but all the THSK fans are still unable to calm their excited feelings!

Next to the Dome, the Tokyo Dome Hotel, we arranged an after-party.
Even if it's 1am, all the fans are still watching the live and enjoying the meal and wine
Though this is the first time we're trying this after-party,
it seems like everyone is really happy.
We would consider more of this similar plans.

source: Max Matsuura's Blog
translation: mel @ OneTVXQ.com ~ fin123 @ soompi
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[Translation] 090705 Staff Report - Tokyo Dome Day 2 (Part 2)

2009-07-06T14:49:00.001+08:00

Surprise!
2009/07/05(Sun) 22:03

The members are in a blue light surprise!
It was very beautiful, and it surprised and impressed the members!

After the live....
2009/07/05(Sun) 22:22

The much-filled with Charisma Junsu!
Oh is enjoying his burger ♪

Thank you very much!!!
2009/07/05(Sun) 22:26

Has ended the 2 days of the Dome Tour safely!
The members are able to stand on the stage of dreams and excitement!
Thank you very much!!

source: http://tour2009.toho-jp.net/report
translation: mel @ OneTVXQ.com ~ fin123 @ soompi
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[Translation] 090705 Thank You Mail

2009-07-06T14:46:00.000+08:00

Junsu
With the end of Tokyo Dome Live, all the nation tour live performances have ended as well.
Although I feel kind of lonely,
I've done everything I could and I have no regrets.
I'll wait till we meet again with a happy face.
Thank you everyone
(￣▽￣)ノ

Changmin
It has ended today!
We are able to stand on the Tokyo Dome stage which we never dared to dream of
I'm very happy.
Everybody thank you~ T_T

Yoochun
4th Live Tour has ended unknowingly.
We really felt everyone's love during the tour...
Thank you so much everyone
（＞∀＜）ノ

Jaejoong
Tokyo Dome Live tour's performance, have you enjoyed yourselves?
Thank you for making the dream come true for us.
Really really thank you all~
＼(^ｏ^)

Yunho
Finally we've finished all our lives at the Tokyo Dome
(T-T)
This was the best live and I feel happiness
I think it is all thanks to you.
We really thank you and do look out for us in the near future
\ (^^)/
Thank you～
I love bigeast
(v^ー°)

source: http://ameblo.jp/koolkei
translation: mel @ OneTVXQ.com ~ fin123 @ soompi
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[Translation] 090705 TSC Final in Tokyo Dome - Secret Quiz (Day 2)

2009-07-06T14:40:00.001+08:00

Now, whose camera is this?

The answer is...

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.
.
.
.
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Yunho!
It's full of pictures of his family and friends

Source: [candyminja@naver]
Translation credits: mandasoh@iscreamshinki.net
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[Translation] 090705 Tohoshinki Triple Three In Tokyo Dome

2009-07-06T14:29:00.001+08:00

Reported at 19:12 (Japan Time)

Popular Korean male group Tohoshinki had their concert at the Tokyo Dome on 4th July. It was the beginning of the final stop for their National tour, and it is their first time performing there since their debut (in Japan) 4 years ago. Their new single「Stand By Ｕ」which was released on 1 July, has already reached an amazing number of 300,000 copies shipped. It is estimated that the tour was attended by around 300,000 people, and their latest album has also passed the 300,000 mark. They have achieved the "Triple Three" of the music industry.

Coming from Korea in 2005, they challenged Japan's major scene (music industry) for the past 4 years. Last year, they made their first appearance in the "All-star Game" of the music industry, 「NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen」, and they achieved 6 ORICON Chart number ones. Tohoshinki has become a "hit machine".

They've accomplished a record that is comparable to the "certificate of good hitters" when famous batters of baseball games played in the Tokyo Dome achieve a Triple Three (Batting average 30%, Home-runs 30, Base stealing 30).

This will be the finale of the National Tour that began in May. Including the final performance on 5th July, the total number of 21 Lives would have been attended by roughly 300,000 people. Besides that, their latest album 「The Secret Code」have sold more than 300,000, and their new single 「Stand By Ｕ」have shipped more than 300,000 copies. Despite the recession in CD sales, the explosive numbers of their CD sales resulting in a "Triple Three" is proof that they are indeed Top Stars. It is definitely not a loss to have spent ¥3,000,000,000 in the total production of the national tour.

This is a quintet group that have perfected the "3 beats" of singing, dancing and speaking in Japanese. Nothing beats the image of the Dome packed with 50,000 people, drunk on the magnificence of the 5 "best hitters" on the stage.

The members, Yunho (23) was flying through the air, Jejung (23) and Yuchun (23) performed a duet that was shown for the first time. They used female dancers for the first time and screams came from the audience when there was body contact. In the talk corner, Junsu (22), pleased the fans when he used an Oyaji-gag, 「Benkyoushinai juku wa Harajuku」.

The 5 members who looked around the Japan's largest venue kept saying 「It's amazingly huge!」. At the very end, as they stood and basked under the cheers of the fans,「It feels like we've achieved our dream. I feel so blessed」, Junsu said with tears in his eyes.

**T/N: "The cram school that doesn't study, is Harajuku." Word play on "juku". ^^;;
***T/N: They make a lot of reference using Baseball terms since it's a well-known sport that is commonly played at the Dome.

Source: [Yahoo! Japan News]
Translation credits: mandasoh@iscreamshinki.net
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[Pictures] 090704 TSC 4th Live Tour - Tokyo Dome Day 1

2009-07-06T14:20:00.003+08:00

credits: LITI + OneTVXQ.com
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[Translation] 090705 Staff Report - Tokyo Dome Day 2

2009-07-06T13:56:00.001+08:00

Changmin
2009/07/05(Sun) 17:00

Is going to eat dinner to have energy for tonight's stage～♪

Right up...
2009/07/05(Sun) 17:39

Yoochun is playing the piano!
Practicing the song by Masaharu Fukuyama "Love"!

Yunho...
2009/07/05(Sun) 17:40

Has changed and is watching DVD while waiting!

SAM-san ...
2009/07/05(Sun) 17:55

Is eating a recommended Korean paste!

Lastly...
2009/07/05(Sun) 17:59

Here they shout!
It's time to raise the curtain!

Soon...
2009/07/05(Sun) 18:01

It would start!
We'll show everyone the best stage!

source: http://tour2009.toho-jp.net/report/
translation: mel @ OneTVXQ.com
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[Video] 090705 Message from Tohoshinki Day 2 (Engsub)

2009-07-06T08:58:00.003+08:00

credit: toho-jp
trans: ichigokjj@YT + nowcomeon132@YT

[Video] 090705 Message from Yuchun (Engsub)

2009-07-06T07:50:00.000+08:00

credit: toho-jp
trans: ikemenjae5

[Video] 090705 Message from Jejung (Engsub)

2009-07-06T07:41:00.003+08:00

credit: toho-jp
trans: ikemenjae5

[Video] 090704 Yunho Message before Dome Concert (Engsub)

2009-07-05T16:18:00.002+08:00

credit: 밀키뮤즈@DNBN
trans: charismayun@YT

[Video] 090704 Junsu Message before Dome Concert (Engsub)

2009-07-05T16:16:00.003+08:00

credit: 밀키뮤즈@DNBN
trans: charismayun@YT

[Video] 090704 Changmin Message before Dome Concert (Engsub)

2009-07-05T16:13:00.002+08:00

credit: 밀키뮤즈@DNBN
trans: charismayun@YT

[Translation] 090705 ¥700,000,000 In Production Costs - Tohoshinki's Tokyo Dome Live Opens

2009-07-05T15:57:00.001+08:00

Adding on to Tohoshinki's National Arena Tour [東方神起 4th LIVE TOUR 2009 〜The Secret Code〜], the last performances will be held at the Tokyo Dome. [東方神起 4th LIVE TOUR 2009 〜The Secret Code〜 FINAL in TOKYO DOME] began on 4th July.

They are the first Korean group to perform at the Tokyo Dome. Compared to Tohoshinki's previous Lives, this is the biggest production. For this time's Tokyo Dome Lives, the production costs are around ¥700,000,000. With 50,000 people attending in 1 day, it is expected that 100,000 people will attend over the 2-day Live.

For the members, to be able to perform a Live at the Tokyo Dome has been their dream since their debut. This is why the venue was crowded with fans that came from all over Japan, and Korean fans even crossed the ocean to gather here. On the first day, 4th July, they performed their first public performance of a new song「COLORS 〜Melody and Harmony〜」, and also performed solos that were shown at their Asia Tour, performing a total of 32 songs. Fans went crazy over the 5 members' performances on the stage.

Furthermore, Tohoshinki's Tokyo Dome Live will also be held on 5th July. The Live on the 5th will be the real finale for the tour.

Source: [Yahoo! Japan News]
Photos: [barks.jp]
Translation credits: mandasoh@iscreamshinki.net
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[Translation] TSC Staff Report – Final In Tokyo Dome (Day 2)

2009-07-05T15:17:00.001+08:00

Members…
2009/07/05(Sun) 12:53

Have arrived!
Junsu immediately went for lunch.
In addition, when he returned to the dressing room, he was firmly holding on to (a bowl?) natto (laughs)
2nd day to perform in the Dome!

Yoochun…
2009/07/05(Sun) 12:57

Is playing the piano in the dressing room ♪

Lunch…
2009/07/05(Sun) 13:08

Attracted Yunho and Changmin☆
Snacking before rehearsal!

Jaejoong…
2009/07/05(Sun) 13:22

Is signing on the ball
It’s going to be used for the stage ♪

Rehearsal!
2009/07/05(Sun) 13:39

Has began!
Everyone is in a very high-spirited / high mood o (^-^) o

Within the audiences….
2009/07/05(Sun) 14:00

Yoochun is looking at the stage (happy.gif)
We’re also hugging the cushion (laughs).

Five ...
2009/07/05(Sun) 15:50

Signed ball!
The colors are chosen by the members(^.^)

source: http://tour2009.toho-jp.net/report
translations: mel@onetvxq
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[Pictures] Tohoshinki in Fujin Kouron Magazine JP Scans

2009-07-05T15:05:00.001+08:00

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