Miyagi—where sea breezes meet mountain trails, and resilience shines through tradition.  From the pine-clad islets of Matsushima Bay to Sendai’s “Forest City” charm, from savory gyūtan and fresh oysters to festivals glowing with streamers of hope, Miyagi is a land where recovery and beauty live side by side. Join us as we explore its spirit through nature, history, and local flavors—together with music from Miyagi artists and this week’s Entertainment Weekly News! ✨　 “Kimi’s Japan Journey: 47 Prefectures Unraveled” takes you across Japan from north to south, uncovering each prefecture’s must-see spots, flavors, and stories—one episode at a time. ✈️ THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Kimi Kato⁠⁠⁠⁠ Producer: Kimi Kato Exec. Producer: Jeremiah D. Higgins Opening Theme: "Joyride" by Yamagen Ending Theme: "El Loco" by Yamagen Powered by⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Project Asteri⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Pantheon Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Radio Candy Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@projectasteri.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

‍Akita—where snowy silence meets lantern light, and traditions glow with quiet strength. 👹 From loyal Akita Inu to graceful “Akita Bijin,” from mountain rituals to festivals that light the night sky, Akita is less a place than a rhythm—enduring and alive. 🐶 Join us as we explore its spirit through nature, folklore, and music from local artists—plus this week’s Entertainment Weekly News! ✨　 “Kimi’s Japan Journey: 47 Prefectures Unraveled” takes you across Japan from north to south, uncovering each prefecture’s must-see spots, flavors, and stories—one episode at a time. ✈️ THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host: ⁠⁠⁠Kimi Kato⁠⁠⁠ Producer: Kimi Kato Exec. Producer: Jeremiah D. Higgins Opening Theme: "Joyride" by Yamagen Ending Theme: "El Loco" by Yamagen Powered by⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Project Asteri⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Pantheon Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Radio Candy Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@projectasteri.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iwate—towering peaks, golden halls, and stories carried on the sea breeze. 🌊 From sacred Buddhist legacies and village folklore to dramatic cliffs, seasonal flavors of mountains and coast, and the hometown of baseball icon Shohei Ohtani, Iwate is a place where nature, tradition, and cuisine live side by side. 🏯 Discover its rhythm through the seasons—accompanied by the voices of local artists! 🎶 “Kimi’s Japan Journey: 47 Prefectures Unraveled” takes you across Japan from north to south, uncovering each prefecture’s must-see spots, flavors, and stories—one episode at a time. ✈️ THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host: ⁠⁠Kimi Kato⁠⁠ Producer: Kimi Kato Exec. Producer: Jeremiah D. Higgins Opening Theme: "Joyride" by Yamagen Ending Theme: "El Loco" by Yamagen Powered by⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Project Asteri⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Pantheon Media⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Radio Candy Media⁠⁠⁠⁠ Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠info@projectasteri.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aomori—Honshu’s northern gateway of sweeping landscapes, ancient heritage, and vibrant traditions! 🏞️ Known for its dazzling festivals, breathtaking nature, and deep cultural roots that stretch back thousands of years, Aomori offers a unique blend of history and seasonal beauty. Its snowy winters, rich traditions, and warm community spirit make it one of Japan’s most unforgettable destinations. ☃️Enjoy this episode together with the music of local artists, as we unravel the magic of Aomori! 🍎 “Kimi’s Japan Journey: 47 Prefectures Unraveled” takes you across Japan from north to south, uncovering each prefecture’s must-see spots, flavors, and stories—one episode at a time. ✈️ THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host: ⁠Kimi Kato⁠ Producer: Kimi Kato Exec. Producer: Jeremiah D. Higgins Opening Theme: "Joyride" by Yamagen Ending Theme: "El Loco" by Yamagen Powered by⁠ ⁠⁠Project Asteri⁠⁠⁠ |⁠ ⁠⁠Pantheon Media⁠⁠⁠ |⁠ ⁠⁠Radio Candy Media⁠⁠⁠ Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠info@projectasteri.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Launching ”Kimi’s Japan Journey: 47 Prefectures Unraveled”!  Across 47 episodes, we’ll journey from north to south, uncovering each prefecture’s must-see spots, flavors, and stories! First stop: Hokkaido—Japan’s northern frontier of vast nature, rich traditions, and vibrant culture! From the Sapporo Snow Festival and Shiretoko National Park to the lavender fields of Furano, Hokkaido inspires in every season. Its unique history, Ainu heritage, and rich food culture—from hearty ramen to sizzling Genghis Khan BBQ—make it one of Japan’s most unforgettable destinations. Enjoy the journey with us, accompanied by the music of local artists! THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host: Kimi Kato Producer: Kimi Kato Exec. Producer: Jeremiah D. Higgins Opening Theme: "Joyride" by Yamagen Ending Theme: "El Loco" by Yamagen Powered by ⁠⁠Project Asteri⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Pantheon Media⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Radio Candy Media⁠⁠ Inquiries: ⁠⁠info@projectasteri.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet Beverly—a powerhouse vocalist from the Philippines who made her debut in Japan in 2017! 💎 She has earned numerous awards at music festivals across the U.S. and Asia and is celebrated for her soaring high tones and silky, soothing voice. Beverly has performed theme songs for TV dramas, anime, Kamen Rider, video games, and commercials, with her music videos and social media content surpassing 10 million views.✨ She joins us to share her journey from the Philippines to Japan, her career highlights, the challenges she has faced, and what’s next in her artistic path!🎤 🔗Follow Beverly ⁠⁠Website⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠X⁠⁠ | ⁠TikTok⁠ THE KIMI KATO SHOW 🎙️ Host: Kimi Kato 🎧 Producer: ⁠⁠Kimi Kato⁠⁠ | Exec. Producer: Jeremiah D. Higgins 🎵 Opening Theme: "Joyride" by Yamagen 🎵 Ending Theme: "El Loco" by Yamagen ✨ Powered by ⁠⁠Project Asteri⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Pantheon Media⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Radio Candy Media⁠⁠ 📩 Inquiries: ⁠⁠info@projectasteri.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Step into the colorful world of Stephanie Yanez—a J-POP artist and content creator who blends anime nostalgia, original music, and kawaii culture. 🌸 She was the first American to release an original song with Hatsune Miku and has performed across the U.S. and Japan, collaborating with brands like Sanrio, Crunchyroll, and Bandai while sharing her love of retro anime, fashion, and all things cute with fans worldwide. Opening up about her creative journey, her love of J-POP, and what’s next—catch it all on The Kimi Kato Show! 🎶 🔗 Follow Stephanie Yanez: ⁠Website | ⁠⁠YouTube | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠X⁠ | TikTok THE KIMI KATO SHOW 🎙️ Host: Kimi Kato 🎧 Producer: ⁠Kimi Kato⁠ | Exec. Producer: Jeremiah D. Higgins 🎵 Opening Theme: "Joyride" by Yamagen 🎵 Ending Theme: "El Loco" by Yamagen ✨ Powered by ⁠Project Asteri⁠ | ⁠Pantheon Media⁠ | ⁠Radio Candy Media⁠ 📩 Inquiries: ⁠info@projectasteri.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feel the blazing heat and nostalgia of August in Japan! ☀️ In today’s episode, we dive into the cultural significance of Mountain Day and Obon, the thrill of summer festivals and sports, and the delicious summer foods that keep us cool.🍧 From climbing iconic peaks like Mt. Fuji to enjoying beer gardens and traditional dishes like Somen, we’ve got the full summer experience covered. Whether it’s celebrating with family or soaking in vibrant music festivals, this episode is packed with everything that makes August in Japan unforgettable. Stay cool and enjoy the ride!🎐 THE KIMI KATO SHOW 🎙️ Host: Kimi Kato 🎧 Producer: ⁠Kimi Kato⁠ | Exec. Producer: Jeremiah D. Higgins 🎵 Opening Theme: "Joyride" by Yamagen 🎵 Ending Theme: "El Loco" by Yamagen ✨ Powered by ⁠Project Asteri⁠ | ⁠Pantheon Media⁠ | ⁠Radio Candy Media⁠ 📩 Inquiries: ⁠info@projectasteri.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re joined by gb—a soulful singer-songwriter known for his groovy, heartwarming sound. The son of George Brown of Kool & The Gang, gb blends organic soul with Gen Z appeal. He rose to fame when his track “STRESS” went viral on TikTok. In this intimate conversation, we explore his roots, creative process, thoughts on J-POP, and what’s next—including his upcoming single, “Smile In Your Face.” 🔗 Follow gb: Website | Instagram | X | YouTube THE KIMI KATO SHOW 🎙️ Host: Kimi Kato 🎧 Producer: Kimi Kato | Exec. Producer: Jeremiah D. Higgins 🎵 Opening Theme: "Joyride" by Yamagen 🎵 Ending Theme: "El Loco" by Yamagen ✨ Powered by Project Asteri | Pantheon Media | Radio Candy Media 📩 Inquiries: info@projectasteri.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nostalgia and New Sounds: A Catch-Up with Summer Salt Ready to soak in some feel-good vibes? 🌞 On this episode of The Kimi Kato Show, Kimi sits down with Summer Salt—the indie trop-pop legends behind your favorite mellow tracks—for a deep, fun, and heartwarming chat. We’re talking evolution, inspiration, and that signature Summer Salt magic. Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering them, this episode is your front-row seat to their musical journey. 👉 Hit play, lean back, and let’s ride the nostalgic wave with Summer Salt. 🔗 Follow Summer Salt: Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | X THE KIMI KATO SHOW 🎙️ Host: Kimi Kato 🎧 Producer: ⁠Kimi Kato⁠ | Exec. Producer: Jeremiah D. Higgins 🎵 Opening Theme: "Joyride" by Yamagen 🎵 Ending Theme: "El Loco" by Yamagen ✨ Powered by ⁠Project Asteri⁠ | ⁠Pantheon Media⁠ | ⁠Radio Candy Media⁠ 📩 Inquiries: ⁠info@projectasteri.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet UPIKO — a rising Japanese singer-songwriter turning viral buzz into international acclaim with her raw acoustic style and powerful, socially conscious lyrics! UPIKO - Originally from Yamaguchi, Japan, UPIKO moved to Tokyo in November 2020 to pursue her music career. With her distinctive songwriting style and genre-defying approach, UPIKO is now recognized as one of the most promising emerging artists of 2025! ▼UPIKO⁠Website - https://upiko.jp/ YouTube⁠ - https://www.youtube.com/@upikoyoutube ⁠Instagram⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/upigram626 THE KIMI KATO SHOW 🎙️ Host: Kimi Kato 🎧 Producer: Kimi Kato | Exec. Producer: Jeremiah D. Higgins 🎵 Opening Theme: "Joyride" by Yamagen 🎵 Ending Theme: "El Loco" by Yamagen Kimi Kato on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries:  info@projectasteri.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re crossing continents—from Japan to Norway—with special guests BEK & Moberg, the Scandinavian pop duo making waves across the globe. From viral hits in Japan to festival anthems in Sweden. How “Storeulv” blew up in Japan... Behind-the-scenes stories, music talk, and their brand-new Japanese track “Luna Dansu” out now! Tune in for an episode packed with beats, global vibes, and real stories from artists who are redefining international pop! ▼BEK & Moberg YouTube Spotify TikTok Instagram THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries:  Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Kimi Kato Show, we dive into the heart of Japanese summer with HANABI TAIKAI – Fireworks Festivals! 
From ancient alchemy in China to dazzling riverside displays in Tokyo, discover the colorful history, culture, and artistry behind Japan’s beloved fireworks season. We’ll take you from Osaka to Akita, sharing the top 5 must-see fireworks events, how they’re made, and what makes each burst in the sky so unforgettable.
Plus, tips for your first hanabi taikai and a soundtrack that captures the spirit of summer nights. THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/⁠ Project Asteri Website: ⁠https://projectasteri.com⁠ evolve entertainment network - ⁠www.thejeremiahshow.com⁠ Pantheon Media - ⁠http://pantheonpodcasts.com/⁠ Radio Candy Media - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/⁠ All Inquiries:  Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer ⁠https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins⁠ GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE KIMI KATO SHOW with Jeremiah Featuring THE KIMI KATO SHOW with one of Japan’s most iconic and beloved bands, THE ALFEE! From their explosive debut to their record-breaking achievements, THE ALFEE has captivated hearts and rocked the Japanese music scene for over half a century. Formed in college in 1973 by MASARU SAKURAI (vocals and bass), KOHNOSUKE SAKAZAKI (vocals, acoustic guitar, and percussion), and TOSHIHIKO TAKAMIZAWA (vocals and electric guitar), THE ALFEE is renowned for their distinctive blend of rock, pop, and symphonic metal. Over the years, THE ALFEE has continued to dominate the music scene with numerous hits and successful albums, maintaining their relevance and appeal in the industry. In December 2018, THE ALFEE was recognized in the Guinness World Records® for having the most theme songs by a single artist for the same international sporting event broadcast on TV. https://www.instagram.com/the_alfee_official/ https://www.facebook.com/alfeefan/ THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries:  Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE KIMI KATO SHOW With JEREMIAH - Featuring July In Japan From dazzling fireworks lighting up the night skies to energetic matsuri dances echoing through the streets, July is when Japan truly comes alive. Let’s explore together what makes this month so uniquely unforgettable. July in Japan is hot – and not just a little. We’re talking full-on humid, sweat-through-your-shirt heat. But what makes it bearable are the little comforts: kakigōri shaved ice, uchiwa fans, and those nostalgic sounds of furin wind chimes. But there’s something poetic about that heat. It slows life down just enough to help us appreciate a breeze, the shade of a tree, or a cold glass of mugicha barley tea. Join us as we explore the best Japan has to offer in July. Festivals, Fire, and the Sea THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries:  Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Did you like the music in this episode? THE PLAYLIST IS HERE https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0JRRDGtbahztCQCjYYcUdU?si=a1fb657832f943b6 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE KIMI KATO SHOW with Jeremiah - Featuring MACO, Japanese Singer-Songwriter MACO began writing songs at the age of 17. She started out writing original Japanese lyrics to Mariah Carey's songs. Her singing and songwriting skills were recognized by the agency ONEPEACE, which also manages Matt Cab and tofubeats. To promote her talent, MACO began publishing Japanese covers of songs by Western artists such as Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and Ariana Grande. The videos garnered 6 million views in just 5 months. In April 2014, she released her first indie mini-album, 22, which topped the iTunes charts.  She was subsequently signed by Universal Music Japan and followed up with a second mini-album release, 23, which also topped the digital charts and reached #10 on the weekly Oricon charts.  Later that year, the mini-album was repackaged as a deluxe release under the title 23. MACO was the opening act of Ariana Grande's 2014 Japan tour. MACO Social Media Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/maco___official/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/macopage/ THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries:  Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE KIMI KATO SHOW with Jeremiah Featuring June: The Rainy Season in Japan Today, we’re wading into the wet and wonderful world of June in Japan—a month known for rain, romance, reflection, and rhythm. Pull out your umbrellas, put on your headphones, and take a walk in the June rain in Japan with us! - - - - - - - - - - THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries:  Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE KIMI KATO SHOW with Jeremiah Kimi visited four major cities on his trip back to Japan: Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Kyoto. He visited three shrines, attended the Music Awards Japan 2025, bought new fashion from his friend, attended three concerts, and also visited his parents in Nagano. How's that for a two-week trip? Kimi's primary reason for traveling to Japan was to attend Music Awards Japan 2025. Think of it as Japan's answer to the Grammys—a brand-new international music award designed to celebrate and elevate Japanese and Asian music on the global stage. Organized by the Japan Culture and Entertainment Industry Promotion Association (CEIPA), a coalition of five major Japanese music organizations, this new award show aims to: Promote Japanese and Asian music worldwide Foster a globally recognized music culture from Japan Encourage international artists to engage with the Japanese market The key awards of the night were: - Best Song Asia: aespa – Supernova - Top Global Hit from Japan: YOASOBI – Idol - New Artist of the Year: tuki. – Bansanka - Best Singer-Songwriter Song: Vaundy – Kaiju no Hanauta - Artist of the Year: Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Kusushiki - Album of the Year: Fujii Kaze – Kirari (from LOVE ALL SERVE ALL) - Song of the Year: Creepy Nuts – “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” Kimi also visited these three shrines: - Tenkawa shrine [天河神社] in Nara  - Kashihara Jingu [橿原神宮] also in Nara - Yasui Konpiragu [安井金比羅宮] in Kyoto Kimi saw these three concerts:  - Official Hige Dandism’s first stadium show in Osaka - The ALFEE’s show at the NHK Hall in Shibuya, Tokyo  - MACO’s show in Nagoya - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries:  Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE KIMI KATO SHOW with Jeremiah Featuring Music Awards Japan 2025 The Music Awards Japan is a brand-new international music award designed to celebrate and elevate Japanese and Asian music on the global stage.  Organized by the Japan Culture and Entertainment Industry Promotion Association also known as CEIPA, a coalition of five major Japanese music organizations, Music Awards Japan aims to promote Japanese and Asian music worldwide and foster a globally recognized music culture from Japan, and encourage international artists to engage with the Japanese artists. Kimi and I also talk about who we idolized as teenagers and the posters that we hung on our bedroom walls. THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries:  Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE KIMI KATO SHOW with Jeremiah Featuring Golden Week - Japan's Springtime Spectacle Golden Week, or "Gōruden Wīku" (ゴールデンウィーク) in Japanese, is a collection of four national holidays, that occur within seven days, typically from April 29th to May 5th. It's one of Japan's busiest holiday seasons, alongside New Year and Obon. During this time, many Japanese people look forward to this week, plan vacations, travel domestically or internationally, and enjoy leisure activities. The Holidays Within Golden Week The national holidays making up the Golden Week are: April 29Showa Day (Showa no hi):April 29 is the birthday of former Emperor Showa, who died in the year 1989. Until 2006, Greenery Day (see May 4) used to be celebrated on this day. May 3Constitution Day (Kenpo kinenbi):On this day in 1947, the new postwar constitution was put into effect. May 4Greenery Day (Midori no hi):Until 2006, Greenery Day used to be celebrated on April 29, the birthday of former Emperor Showa. The day is dedicated to the environment, because the emperor loved plants and nature. Before being declared Greenery Day, May 4 used to be a national holiday due to a law, which declares a day, that falls between two national holidays, a national holiday. May 5Children's Day (Kodomo no hi):The Boy's Festival (Tango no Sekku) is celebrated on this day. Families pray for the health and future success of their sons by hanging up carp streamers and displaying samurai dolls, symbolizing strength, power and success in life. The Girl's Festival is celebrated on March 3. Join us for an exploration of Springtime in Japan and Golden Week! Tue, Apr 29, 2025 – Tue, May 6, 2025 https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2282.html THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries:  Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices