Kumi Koda kicked off celebrations of her 25th anniversary year on December 6, the date of her 2000 debut. Her first domestic dinner show tour, KODA KUMI 25th Anniversary Love & Songs, began on December 1. Now, she has revealed a new 25th-anniversary artist photo and a brand-new song’s surprise release.
This first new 25th-anniversary song, ‘This weekend,’ is also the theme song for Koda’s first GEMCEREY commercial in 17 years. The R&B-flavored track sings of a woman’s growing feelings and expectations for her boyfriend, with lyrics that translate as “Maybe he’ll confess his feelings by this weekend” and “Maybe something will happen this weekend.” The stylish cover artwork was also revealed, showing Koda clad in glittering jewelry.
As another part of this quarter-century celebration, Kumi’s first-ever feature-length documentary, ‘KODA KUMI 25th Anniversary Documentary Film “walk,” was shown for two days only in Tokyo: on December 6 at United Cinema Toyosu and December 7 at United Cinema Aqua City Odaiba.
Rather than the Kumi Koda we see in the spotlight on stage, the documentary focuses on the J-pop star behind the scenes, as she overcomes challenging experiences, hardships, accidents and other trials in the years following her debut. It mainly reflects on her current tour, featuring special interviews with her closest staff members and Koda herself.
The story unfolds alongside tons of behind-the-scenes and live footage, making it an unmissable film.
Additionally, on December 6, at the nearby Tokyo venue Kiranah Garden Toyosu, a special 25th-anniversary event titled CLUB KODA was held, filled with Kumi Koda’s visuals and music as a huge thank you to her fans.
Kumi Koda’s 25th anniversary year has only just begun, and even more special announcements are on the horizon.
Digital single ‘This weekend’
Release Date: Friday, December 6, 2024
Download and streaming links: https://kodakumi.lnk.to/Thisweekend
About GEMCEREY
Founded in 1992, the jewelry brand GEMCERY has its main store in Kyoto. GEMCERY specializes in custom-made jewelry and offers high-quality rubies, including precious pigeon blood rubies. It also boasts one of the largest selections of rare stones and coloured gemstones in Japan, providing its many customers with a unique sparkle for any occasion.
GEMCERY × Kumi Koda special website:
https://gemcerey.jp/pages/gemcerey-kodakumi-collection
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/gemcerey.jp/
KODA KUMI 25th Anniversary Love & Songs
Tuesday, December 17: Fukuoka / Hotel Nikko Fukuoka
Thursday, December 19: Hiroshima / RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima ★
Saturday, December 21: Osaka / RIHGA Royal Hotel ★
Sunday, December 22: Aichi / Nagoya Kanko Hotel ★
Friday, December 27: Tokyo / Hotel New Otani
★ = Lunchtime and evening dual performances
Official website: https://rhythmzone.net/koda/
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/KODAKUMINET
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kodakumi_official
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/KODAKUMINET
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kodakumi.official
Official fan club Koda Gumi: https://koda.fc.avex.jp/lp/
Official fan community app ‘KK App’: https://www.koda-kumi-app.com/
LitLink: https://lit.link/kodakumi
