Check out an audio preview for Nishino Kana’s new song, “Tatoe Donna Ni”!

On October 4th, singer Nishino Kana has unveiled a short audio preview of her upcoming song, “Tatoe Donna Ni“. This is her first single in six months since her previous single, “Esperanza” and is scheduled for release on November 9th.

This single has also been revealed to be written for her CM for Sony Walkman’s new project “Play You.” as their new artist. This song has been described as a love ballad that describes about a girl who does not want to deny the existence of her previous relationships.

Left to Right: Limited Edition jacket cover and Regular Edition jacket cover

“Tatoe Donna Ni” will be released in two versions: Limited Edition and Regular Edition. The limited version of this single will include one of three Original Stickers and an application for the first-come, first-serve live event ‘Kanayan X’mas 2011‘ to be held at Pacifico Yokohama!

Now, without further ado, check out the preview below!

 Source : tokyohive

Nishino Kana chosen as new artist for Sony Walkman

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On September 13th, pop singer Nishino Kana attended Sony Walkman’s new product presentation event as the new artist for their project, “Play You“.

Nishino appeared holding a ’shocking pink’ walkman, and commented, “It’s abundant in color variations, and its really cute, so I don’t know which one to choose. The sound is very good also.” Then she sang the image song, “Tatoe Donna Ni“, and promoted the product by saying, “By linking music and pictures, please enjoy it.” Regarding the song, she revealed, “There is sadness in, ‘why can’t I honestly say I like you?’, but there is no regret in liking that person. It’ a positive song with those feelings.”

Sony has released 12 types of walkmans in three series for enhanced operability with wireless support, and 6 types of dock speakers and dock compos to enjoy music at ease. With the new “Z Series“, Android users are able to enjoy a diverse music application.

Check out pictures from the event below!

Source + Photos: Oricon

Nishino Kana concludes her nationwide tour

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On September 9th, singer Nishino Kana performed for the first time at Nippon Budoukan in Tokyo.

This was the last venue for her nationwide tour (‘Kanayan Tour 2011 ~Summer~‘) which began back in July and attracted 50,000 people in total. In the midst of her fans calling out to her, the songstress said, “Budoukan Final~! Let’s make unforgettable memories that only everyone here and I can make!” She added, “Memories cannot be created just by one individual, it’s because the people who support are here,” and gave her thanks to fans.

At this performance, Nishino performed her new song, “Tatoe Donnani…” for the first time. In total, she performed 21 songs including hit songs “Best Friend” and “Esperanza” in front of the 9,000 fans that attended the show. During the two and a half hour concert, she appeared in a total of eleven different outfits including a fairy-like mini dress and marine-inspired attire.

Her next performance, a Christmas Live, is scheduled to take place on December 21st at Pacifico Yokohama.

Source: Sports Yomiuri

Images: Oricon News

Recochoku names Top 5 “broken heart” songs that made listeners cry the most

Recochoku recently held a poll on their site, asking users about heart-break songs that made them cry the most.
Though there are thousands of songs that croon about a broken heart, users picked Sonar Pocket’s hit song “Suki da yo. ~100-kai no Koukai~“, which had already ranked in 2nd place on Recochoku’s top list of digital singles for the first half of 2011.
Fans of the song commented: “The lyrics described my feelings perfectly after my girlfriend broke up with me.” (male teenager), “This song made me cry while listening to it since I had a broken heart myself. The lyrics precisely contained my feelings.” (female teenager), and “I had it on repeat many times after I broke up with my boyfriend and it made me cry a lot. This song is from the viewpoint of a man, but that doesn’t make it any less moving for a woman.” (female teenager)
Popular singer Nishino Kana ranked second with her song “Aitakute Aitakute“. Girls especially felt that they could identify with the song and praised its lyrics as well as its heartrending melody.
Check out the Top 5 list the music video for the first place winner below!
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Which songs about a broken heart made you cry the most?
01 – “Suki da yo. ~100-kai no Koukai~” (Sonar Pocket)
02 – “Aitakute Aitakute” (Nishino Kana)
03 – “NAO” (HY)
04 – “366 Nichi” (HY)
05 – “Aitai” (Kato Miliyah)
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“Suki da yo. ~100-kai no Koukai~” (Sonar Pocket) MV

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Source: Recochoku via hotexpress

Nishino Kana is a beautiful daydreamer for “JJ”

Pop singer Nishino Kana has been storming the covers of fashion magazines lately, including the September issue of “JJ“!

For her shoot, the singer takes readers through a series of soft, romantic shots that bring out her delicate beauty. Fans get a tour of “Kana’s Room”, and they’re also treated to some of her beauty and fashion recommendations. Their questions will also be answered in a special Q&A segment titled, “Kana’s Diary”.

Source: Zazhimi

Nishino Kana to appear on this week’s “Music Lovers”

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“Ringtone queen” Nishino Kana will be the star of this Sunday’s episode of “Music Lovers“!

During this week’s studio live, Nishino will perform her love songs “Aitakute Aitakute“, “Kimitte“, and “Esperanza” while surrounded by her female fans. This week’s guest lovers include actress/talento Kurashina Kana and comedian Ayabe Yuuji, who share wise words learned from past loves in a special “confession” talk segment.

Make sure not to miss this week’s episode when it airs on July 24th, 11:30 PM JST!

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< Set List >
01. Aitakute Aitakute
02. Kimitte
03. Esperanza

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Nishino Kana is a shining summer goddess for ‘JELLY’

Pop singer Nishino Kana is the cover girl for the August edition of ‘JELLY‘, radiating a warm beauty as soft as the summer sunset.

In her short spread, Nishino looks like a princess with her jeweled bohemian headbands and delicate, flowing tops.

Check out the scans below!

Source: Zazhimi