#fujiikaze

[kazejourney]

Message from Kaze Manager - Zuzu (2024/Mar/31)

How “Michi Teyu Ku” is born

It took some time for KAZE to produce this song (after the discussion for this offer). After discussing this offer (for the film’s theme song), it took some time until Kaze presented the piano demo. Initially, KAZE couldn't write the song at home, but after trying in a church, it seemed there was some progress.

Once the piano demo was completed, it was immediately presented to Mr. KAWAMURA (the original author of the film's novel) and the film production team. After numerous discussions, the pure piano version of “Michi Teyu Ku” was completed.

During these discussions, Mr. KAWAMURA proposed to add a bridge part (like the “開け放つ胸の��〜”) . After, we proceeded with the arrangement and recording work.

Since the release of the single “Grace” in October 2022, it had been a while since we invited Mr. YAFFLE (the song's producer) to work on a song.

Mr. YAFFLE originally suggested that, “It would be better not to use string instruments for this song.” KAZE also wanted to incorporate gospel-like harmonies in the music arrangement. With mutual agreement, the song arrangement and recording went smoothly.

Together with Mr. KOMORI (the mixing engineer) who handle the mixing and Mr. YAMAZAKI (the mastering engineer) who handle the song mastering, the song’s quality was further enhanced. Eventually, the “Michi Teyu Ku” was completed before Christmas.

After the song completion, we began to think about the MV and single cover.

Since the release of the “Seishun Sick” MV in December 2020, it had been a while since we invited Mr. TOMO (the movie director).

When filming for the movie 'She Will Come in April' began, Mr. TOMO had discussed the offer for the theme song with us. When the film was completed, he wrote us a letter saying, 'Even after two years, my feelings haven't changed.' (NB: it showed how Mr. TOMO wanted KAZE’s song be part of the film.)

After delivering the completed version of 'Michi Teyu Ku' in late December and finishing the work of matching the theme song with the film footage, Mr. TOMO expressed his gratitude with tears. It was his first time directing a feature film, and I believe a lot of emotions surged from his heart. We were all very moved, and everyone on the KAZE team was thrilled to be part of that emotional moment.

For this reason, we believe there is no better choice than Mr Tomo to direct the MV.

KAZE proposed that in this MV, instead of playing "Fujii Kaze" (himself), he would act a character in a story. KAZE initially imagined a love story for his first written love song. In contrast, Mr. TOMO envisioned a story about a relationship with mother. 👩🏻

The storyline provided by Mr. TOMO changed many times (from the very begining he had detailed everything from character names, settings, and even backgrounds). For example, the main character's name is called Joe (ジョウ), and his mother's name is "Satoko." To make it easier for KAZE as an actor, a script with dialogues was also prepared. However, once filming began, KAZE immediately improvised and abandoned the script. 😙

In contrast to Kaze’s first romantic ballad, the MV for "Michi Teyu Ku" portrays a love for the mother.

KAZE played the main character at ages 25, 60, and 80, and for the first time, he challenged himself with special effects makeup.

Playing the 10-year-old version of the character was not feasible, so we invited the adorable child actor AKIRA, who lives in New York, to play the role. 🧒🏻

After finalizing the storyline, the urgent task was creating a mask for 80-year-old man. The special makeup team, consisting of Mr. Matsuoka, Mr. Momose, and hair and makeup artist Mr. Yayoi, together to create the various age versions of KAZE.

The MV team was led by TOMO, SANO, and production manager Mr. Masuda. We also had the same dynamic duo from the "Seishun Sick" MV, with Mr. Hyo-go as the cinematographer and Mr. Iwabuchi as the lighting specialist.

Costume design was handled by Oyamada in Japan and Nakanishi in New York. 🇺🇸

Local producer Yuma efficiently managed everything, ensure the overseas MV shooting went smoothly, despite different conditions and regulations compared to Japan. Yuma took great care of the local staff and extras, ensuring four days of safe and smooth shooting. Personally, I thought the bento boxes were delicious! 🤤

The key character in this story, the mother, was played by Mariko Takahashi.

The shooting schedule for the "Seishun sick" MV by Tomo was a bit intense. This time, we were mentally prepared, but after finishing on the third day, we returned to the hotel just past midnight. That's when the enthusiastic update from Tomo came, suggested to film a scene with the young Kaze running towards the morning sun. 🌞 🏃🏼

This led to a 5:30 a.m. gathering in the hotel lobby on the last day. Embracing the same energy and enthusiasm, all of KAZE and the staff worked together to film the final spectacular shot.

This is only a translated passage. If there are anything that need to be corrected, please feel free to let me know.

All rights and reserves are granted to KAZE n team. Thx 🙏🏻

[letsvirtualsandwich-blog]

Music has been the best friend for me all my life

There are songs that I think are great but I’m not into them because after 3 listens I get bored of it. There are songs I don’t like at the first listening but after a while they grow on me and I actually become a fan of them.

But there are songs that I like at first listens and they never get boring even after listening too many times. These songs are by Fujii Kaze. His music is totally my type and lyrics are just icing on the cake. Not to mention he’s himself crazy talented.

I bought all his albums and concerts. Hopefully he keeps making the same type of music he’s been making.

[ourzone-xyz]

fujii kaze!

[allartistsgalore]

Fujii Kaze HD T - Shirt / Sticker and more!

[goodjohnjr]

Fujii Kaze - Matsuri（Official Video）

What Is It? The YouTube video Fujii Kaze – Matsuri（Official Video） by the YouTube channel Fujii Kaze: Fujii Kaze – Matsuri（Official Video） Description: Starring：Fujii Kaze Cast：Alex Kawamoto / Sena U / Patrick Akira / Rina S / Sarah L / Nero / KMR / Manon P / Umi / Melissa F / Ruby T / Eva S / Babs / Vivian / Teko / Ki / Kou Connor / Blue / Abi / Faisal A / Ryan C / Claudio C / Arno L / Nana…

[siois]

[longmaosh]

i love this man ty for coming to my ted talk

[gracegarden]

He is veru much like a god.

I know he is humanbeing like us, still, his mindset is sofisticated so much.

He is handsome, cute, humble, kind, and honest.

[bloomzone]

what's you favorite artists??? I'm so interested in ur taste in music u seem like a cool person (⁠人⁠ ⁠•͈⁠ᴗ⁠•͈⁠)

Thank you! I'm glad you think so! these are my forever favorite artists of all time !

K-pop :izone,ive,straykids, enhypen,blackpink,redvelvet, newjeans,twice,qwer,kof,babymonster,iu,aespa,wave 2 earth,leehi,illit

C-pop : soo wincci,Tanya chua,Kay tse,lala hsu,jess lee,jolin tsai,JJ Lin,cyndi Wang,b2y,kellypan

J-pop : yoasobi,liSA,aimer,lamp,asca,candy tune,kana-boon,ano,fujiikaze,imase,UVERworld,ichiko aoba,serani poji, little glee monster,vaundy

pop : beabadoobee,laufey,sza,keshi,xg,carti, Kendrick Lamar,the Weeknd,keshi,ariana grande,sabrina carpenter,tv girls,mac demarco

@bloomzone

my spotify : star girl

[kazejourney]

4 🧗🏼‍♂️ 2 🧗🏼‍♂️ 1 🥳😍 Congrats Kaze!!

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[thenannannews]

Happy anniversary to a immensely talented, humble, challenging, unique and kind musician - someone many people from around the world can be proud to support. Thank you, Kaze for all you have given us and all you have left in store.

#4YearswithKaze

#FujiiKazeHappy4thAnniversary

#FujiiKaze #藤井風

[hash-tag-official]

sojininthecrowd 진심 전력을 다해 사랑하는 후지이 카제님의 첫!내한을 다녀왔습니다💙 제가 진짜..... 진짜 텍스트로 담기 힘들 만큼 후지이 카제 짱팬이라는 것은 제 주변 사람들이라면 모두가 알고 있는데요....🥹코로나로 인해 거의 집에만 있을 때에도 실시간으로 무관중 라이브 스트리밍을 보면서 정말 언젠가는,꼭 한 번은 라이브를 들으러 가겠다고 다짐했는데 드디어 이루어져서 너무 감격스러워요🎊 수많은 날들에 계속 계속 따라 불렀던 곡들을 실제로 들을 수 있어서 정말 영광이었어요.특히나 키라리는 저의 모든 순간을 함께해 준 수호천사 같은 곡이라 더더욱 감동받았답니다... 제가 가장 사랑하는 여름에 가장 사랑하는 아티스트를 만나다니 정말 최고의 추억이에요🎆 음악은 형태 없이도 나를 빈틈없이 껴안아줄 수 있는 멋진 거라는 걸 또 한 번 깨달았습니다!다음엔 현지 라이브도 가자아아아🫂감사합니다 from the bottom of my heart!!!!!! #후지이카제 #藤井風 #fujiikaze #fujiikazeandthepianoasiatour2023 #fujiikazeasiatour2023 #fujiikazeinseoul #kazetarian #내한공연

[doglok]

ボン助のお気に入りの場所です。猫テラスの猫ボックスの中。暑くても寒くても、ここで寝てお外を眺めています💖#猫のいる暮らし #猫 #保護猫 #ねこのいる暮らし #fujiikaze via YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGHChaFr-EE

[rayn199832]

#FujiiKaze

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