Venue101’s August episode shares artists’ summer memories through handwritten picture diaries and features live performances by five acts.
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The music program "Venue101," which is broadcast live every Saturday at 11 p.m. from NHK Studio 101. Under the theme "At 11 p.m. on Saturday, a live performance is born," MCs Ryuichi Hamaya and Erika Ikuta and guest artists deliver live performances in a fun and passionate way. A classic of summer vacation homework is the "picture diary." The last Venue of August will look back on the artists’ summer memories through handwritten picture diaries. From episodes at work this summer such as live performances and filming, to mishaps that happened in private, and things they were secretly into, the artists’ summer memories will be unraveled from the picture diaries drawn by each member of INI, =LOVE, EBiDAN, CUTIE STREET, and TOMORROW X TOGETHER. What kind of memories, and what kind of "masterpieces," will emerge!? In the live performances, five groups will perform popular songs! INI will perform the youthful "You Know What To Do." The highlight is the side-by-side formation dance shown at the end of the song. It will be a stage where you can feel the bond of the group as they celebrate their 5th debut anniversary. =LOVE will perform "Koi, Hajimemashita." with a refreshing sense of speed that feels summery. It is full of cute choreography, including the "Kizuite inai no ka nya?" before the chorus! Attention will be drawn to them, who are full of idol-like charm. And EBiDAN will of course perform that song! They achieved a million in the first week of release, and the song that has taken over this summer’s music scene, "Yes! Tokyo." The selected members will deliver the song, which commemorates the group’s 15th anniversary of activities. Expectations are rising for EBiDAN’s energy, which will bring vigor and happiness through powerful unison dance. CUTIE STREET will perform "Kyuutena Kyuutai," which is also a hot topic as the ending theme of a popular anime. Let’s join in front of the TV with the call-and-response such as "Kurukuru" and "Yurayura," the cute, conversational-style lyrics, and the shout of "Pick up!" that makes you think of "that character"! TOMORROW X TOGETHER will perform "Setsuna Hanabi (Setsuna Hanabi)." This song overlays a love that is coming to an end with fireworks that bloom and then scatter. Pay attention to the expressions that convey sadness glimpsed within the sharp dance. In the studio, centered on the two MCs, the five artists will unfold talk and performances full of the realism unique to a live broadcast. Furthermore, there are also plans to make the broadcast more enjoyable through distribution on NHK ONE and content on the program’s official SNS. ・TOMORROW X TOGETHER also in four cities in Japan! Announced a new world tour... opening in Seoul in November ・TOMORROW X TOGETHER, Japan 5th single "Setsuna Hanabi" MV released... with an atmosphere like a movie ■Program information "Venue101 (#118)" Scheduled broadcast Saturday, August 29, 2026, 11:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. <NHK General, live broadcast> *Simultaneous distribution on NHK ONE and one-week missed broadcast distribution *Program contents may change 【Performers and songs】 *In Japanese syllabary order INI "You Know What To Do" =LOVE "Koi, Hajimemashita." EBiDAN "Yes! Tokyo" CUTIE STREET "Kyuutena Kyuutai" TOMORROW X TOGETHER "Setsuna Hanabi (Setsuna Hanabi)" 【Hosts】 Ryuichi Hamaya (Kamaitachi), Erika Ikuta ■Related link "Venue101" program HP ■Program information "Venue101 (#118)" Scheduled broadcast Saturday, August 29, 2026, 11:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. <NHK General, live broadcast> *Simultaneous distribution on NHK ONE and one-week missed broadcast distribution *Program contents may change 【Performers and songs】 *In Japanese syllabary order INI "You Know What To Do" =LOVE "Koi, Hajimemashita." EBiDAN "Yes! Tokyo" CUTIE STREET "Kyuutena Kyuutai" TOMORROW X TOGETHER "Setsuna Hanabi (Setsuna Hanabi)" 【Hosts】 Ryuichi Hamaya (Kamaitachi), Erika Ikuta ■Related link "Venue101" program HP
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