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#6242087 [MESSAGE] Yuri's Message and Picture on SONE PLUS+ (Japan Fansite)

Posted by Kkabbekky on 18 August 2013 - 11:47 PM

Hi everyone from SONE PLUS. It’s Yuri!

 

It’s hot every day. How is everyone spending their summer?

 

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I recently went with the members to Las Vegas for a schedule!

 

Whenever I had some free time, I went to watch shows and I was able to make lots of fun memories.

 

Also when I think about showing our new performance to everyone soon, I get excited.  (^o^)

 

We completed working on a really cool song, so please look forward to it!!

 

 

Translation: kkabbekky@soshified.com 

source: SONE PLUS+ official Japan fansite, via redsunset@soshified.com


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#6069238 [MESSAGE] Fany's Message and Picture on SONE PLUS+ (Japan Fansite)

Posted by Kkabbekky on 12 April 2013 - 11:31 PM

Hello SONEplus, this is Tiffany. A peace sign before going on stage!

 

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I'm very happy I was able to eat a lot of my favorite hitsumabushi in Nagoya!
I'm sad there are only two stops left for this tour.. (><)
Let's also have fun together next week. <3

 

translation: kkabbekky@soshified.com

source: SONE PLUS+ official Japan mobile fansite


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#5941020 [MAGAZINE] SNSD - Vogue Japan

Posted by Kkabbekky on 31 January 2013 - 01:39 AM

Questions:

1. What is your impression about today’s clothes?
2. What activity left you the biggest impression this year?
3. What surprised you the most about global activities? What was fun?
4. The theme of the shooting was “Smile”, but what do you think about “Smiles”?
5. Whenever you are sad, what/who do you think about that makes you smile immediately?
6. When you are on stage and give smiles to everyone what are you aware of the most?
7. What makes you smile completely lately?
8. Within your own smile, what is your favorite smile?
9. To maintain a pretty smile, are there any things you pay attention to with your teeth and lips?
10. What do you want to do the most right now?
11. What do you want to challenge yourself with as an artist?
12. What do you think you’ll be doing ten years from now?

Hyoyeon

1. Till now it has the most flowery pattern, it’s very feminine and magnificent.
3. I’m surprised about meeting fans that come greet us at the airport.
4. It comes naturally
5. A single word/phrase from my family, members, friends gives me strength.
6. I pay attention to showing the best performance.
7. 1) My limitless imagination with Yoona that makes me laugh so much my stomach hurts 2) Fooling around during dance practice with members.
8. Smiling brightly while showing your teeth.
9. In order to have a good blood circulation and to have a good complexion, I take a half body bath or get a massage.
10. For my skin I want to take off my makeup immediately and relax.
11. I want to try a  movie with a dancing theme or a musical!
12. To fulfill targets that I didn’t fulfill yet till now and to keep on going till I reach the next target.

Sunny

1. Because I usually have a lot of comfortable clothes, these kind of clothes are very fresh and fun to wear.
2. My first musical performance.
3. The fact that we get loved in Japan or Europe by exceeding race and language barriers.
4. I have the habit of laughing that make my eyes disappear.
5. Funny pictures of the members that are saved on my cellphone.
6. I think about the expectation and support towards myself and SNSD.
8. Every time I laugh I smile so that my eyes disappear. It’s the more lovely when you smile naturally.
10. When I return home I want to change into comfortable clothes and relax.
11. I want to grow more as snsd than before.  I also want to challenge myself in other areas but now I want to keep on doing things as SNSD.
12. I hope I’ll be a good artist, wife and mother?

Tiffany

1. Wearing my favorite dior makes me feel like a fairy.
2. When our first Japanese album became a million seller.
3. Thanks to it I'm very happy I can return home to LA every 3 months.
5. Whenever I imagine the future, my heart beats fast and I smile right away.
6. The feeling of transferring my happiness to the fans.
7. My birthday!
8. Smiling while showing lots of teeth and until my eyes disappear. When I do that I feel really happy.
10. That I can sing the song I want to sing right now live.
11. Movie, drama! A song is 5 min long, but because you can express your emotions for a long time while acting, I think it would be fun.
12. Without any change, I’ll still love music and will also be acting. And by that time I will probably have a lovely family? (laughs)

Sooyoung

1. I feel like a lady.
2. My first time acting in a drama.
3. I still can’t believe we appeared on an American tv program.
4. I like it more when you don’t see your teeth when smiling than showing your teeth.
5. Because I’m a Christian, God? Or the smile of a child.
6. Energy. The energy I receive from the fans is big, and I want to send even more energy [to the fans].
8. A smile. Not a half smile.
9. I always carry lipstick. My favorite color is Bolero by NARS.
10. I want to get a massage.
11. Musical!
12. I'll have a family, with a husband and kids. But I think I’ll still be in SNSD.

Yoona

1. It feels like I’m standing happily on the runway.
2. Asia tour.
3. The fact that there are fans in America and Paris that know us and cheer for us.
4. I like smiles where you don’t see teeth.
5. I always smile whenever I’m with the members.
6. If I can show an excited and cool image then I can also pass it to the audience.
7. Recently while joking around with Hyoyeon, we have big laughters.
8. All laughs are good.
9. Because I have a dry skin, I moisturize it. I also take care that when I smile the corners of my mouth go up prettily.
10. Return home and relax. I want to eat a delicious meal.
11. I would definitely like to try acting in a movie someday.
12. Because I will be 33 years old then I guess I will be married? (laughs) And challenge myself in acting?

Taeyeon

2. Promotions with Taetiseo (a unit with SNSD Taeyeon, Tiffany and Seohyun)
3. Wherever we go in the world, we meet people who knows SNSD and who come and greet us.
5. Fooling around with the members and exchanging jokes.
6. I imagine myself smiling.
7. Imagining having fun with the fans for next year's tour makes me happy already!
8. A big smile.
9. I apply plenty of lip treatment before I go to bed.
10. Drive.
11. Movie!!
12. I think I’ll forever be doing music.

Seohyun

1. It was fun. Especially when discovering Hyoyeon’s new charm.
3. Singing together in Korean with a lot of French people during a performance in Paris.
5. My family, members and friends who worry about me the most during times of hardships.
6. That I’m having fun to the maximum.
7. When we were dancing with Hyoyeon at the head during dance practice.
8. A natural smile when I’m having loads of fun.
9. Sufficient fluid intake, moisturizer, sleep, skin whitening pack, and exercise! But the most important is to make an effort into improving yourself internally. So that you can always have a smile on your face.
10. Concert! I receive a lot of power from concerts.
11. Music composition, musical, movie, and also drama.
12. Even more so than now, I wouldn’t stop challenging myself with diverse music.

Jessica


1. I wore a wonderful Valentino dress. It’s my usual and favorite brand.
2. All activities leave me an impression.
3. I’m happy I can eat delicious food in whatever country and I can meet the fans.
5. My younger sister!
6. The songs.
9. I apply a lot of lip balm frequently.
10. I want to relax.
11. Movie. I want to try to appear in a funny romantic comedy.
12. I hope to find happiness....

Yuri


1. Usually I don’t have the opportunity to wear such gorgeous clothes so I’m happy.
2. The release of our second Japanese album!
3. Even when crossing national borders the fact that we can sing SNSD songs together makes me happy!!
4. The emphasis on evolving beauty. (laughs)
5. Freedom and music. When I breathe in the beautiful atmosphere and listen to the music, my mood clears up.
6. Even when I’m aware of certain people, I enjoy the music and when I express my passion my energy gets transmitted naturally.
7. So much I can’t remember it all. (laughs) I laugh every day.  
9. I brush my teeth 3 times a day and I frequently put lipcream on!
10. I want to go to a ski slope and snowboard.
11. Acting in a movie or a drama. Also writing.
12. I want to be a person that shines even more on stage than now. (laughs)

Main interview

The first time Vogue Japan had a shooting with SNSD was in April 2011. Appearing in that year’s issue in July, SNSD's approached us with warm smiles, even though the shooting took place in the poolside in chilly Seoul.

And after almost 1 year and a half we meet again in Tokyo. The members standing in front of the camera shine differently than previous time; I could feel the confidence and composure.
During this year they achieved first spot in the Oricon Weekly Chart for the first time and they received the million seller certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ). It is also most likely they still have a feeling of having accomplishments left [to achieve].

To continue that million seller achievement done with “Girls’ Generation”, they released a second album “Girls’ Generation II: Girls & Peace”.  Suitable global creators were also involved for the girls who are not only active in Asia. Miles Walker, the Grammy Awards winner, who produced Usher and Beyonce’s hit songs, is in charge of mixing the singles “Paparazzi” and “Flower Power.”

On the other hand, it was also an active year with live performances in Europe and America.  Starting from Asia, including Japan, they also performed in the SMTOWN LIVE concerts in LA, NY, Paris, and more, together with artists like DBSK and Super Junior, who belong to the same company as them. Furthermore, SNSD’s live appearance on the popular American talk shows “The Late Night Show with David Letterman” and “Live! With Kelly” became a hot topic.

Adopted by a great number of American media, they were also largely introduced in the high class literary magazine “The New Yorker”, a same publisher as Vogue. The most interesting above all is the usage of the word ‘eye smile’ when explaining SNSD’s charms.  In other words, when they are on stage, they smile at thousands of people, but for the fans they fall into an optical illusion where they think SNSD only looks and smiles at them. This is SNSD’s magic.  From the point of view of mainstream Americans with a uniform ‘Hollywood smile’, a wide while showing their teeth, wouldn’t SNSD’s kindness emitting smile be displayed as fresh?  

That’s why Vogue Japan requested to photograph SNSD’s smiles this time.  For the first cut they had sweet smiles, and the second was cool. We also questioned them about ideal smiles.  

We heard in advance from staff that the members had a tightly worked out schedule from early in morning on the same day, so when the girls appeared at the studio in Aoyama, Tokyo late at night we worried a bit if their energy would last till the end of our photoshoot.  

But when they all lined up in front of the camera, Tiffany first asked in Japanese, “Can you turn on some music that will bring us in the mood?”  The studio got engulfed by an explosive beat and while Hyoyeon was making the members laugh by dancing, Yoona imitated models walking on the runway, making everybody laugh non-stop.  It’s the privilege of former youth, but by doing that our mood also went up and while laughing naturally the photoshoot ended without any problems.

Afterwards when asking about smiles, the most often reply was, “When we enjoy ourselves, the person watching will also feel it as well.”  The members emphasized in one voice, “It’s the same with performances on stage” (Yoona) and “I believe you can naturally transmit your passion.” (Yuri)

Only their answers about their ideal smiles were different.  While Hyoyeon said, “Laugh while showing your teeth,” Sooyoung said, “Don’t show your teeth.”  Sunny answered, “Laugh so your eyes disappear,” and Tiffany added, “Make your eyes disappear and show your teeth a lot.”  Seohyun said, “Whatever the smile what’s in one’s heart is more important,” and Taeyeon declared, “Anyway, a big smile.”  

When looking at the smiles of great individuals of SNSD, we also start smiling.  That is SNSD’s magic; you can’t take your eyes off of them.

 

 

translation by kkabbekky@soshified.com, arghninja@soshified.com

thanks to whimtwit@twitter


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#5839387 [MESSAGE] Yoona's Message and Picture on Japanese Fansite

Posted by Kkabbekky on 27 December 2012 - 06:38 AM

Hello everybody on Sone Japan mobile fansite. This is Yoona!

Everyone how was your christmas?
I spent a fun white christmas together with the members in Sapporo. (* ^_^*)

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During the night it started to snow and it was sooo pretty.~
Without much thought we all ran outside...(laughs)

This year is ending soon, so I wish everyone on Sone Japan mobile fansite a happy new year ^^

translation: kkabbekky@soshified.com
source: Japan mobile fansite [@sylee214 for picture]
special thanks to taccoyaki
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#5824605 [MAGAZINE] SNSD - AnAn magazine

Posted by Kkabbekky on 22 December 2012 - 02:48 AM

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Individual interviews

Yuri

Wanting to relax but can’t part with Japanese beauty goods.


Yuri, whose beauty exudes from the inside. Her beauty secret is yoga that she continued for 5 years.
“I wanted some time to clear my mind and heart, so I started together with Tiffany. But Tiffany gave up after two weeks (laughs). The pose that gives me the best feeling is called Shavasana (Corpse pose). Facing upward, you draw out the strength from your whole body, while being in a meditating state. It has the result of sufficient relaxing sleep for one night!”
Furthermore she recently is crazy about vegetable juice.
“I put boiled vegetables in the mixer and drink it. More than boiled and raw vegetables, the vitamins and the absorption coefficient of nutrients are 90% better. When I add strawberries or banana, it becomes easier to drink.”
The thing she can’t part with in the airplane when going abroad are Japanese beauty goods.
“When changing into a jersey and missing my makeup, in Japan I always buy a large amount of hot eyemasks and put it on! It’s really an excellent thing.”

Tiffany

Fashionable and UV care (life)!
Now I’m dreaming of driving in my beloved car.


When going abroad, the member who is rumored to have the most luggage is Tiffany.
“I can’t relax if my hotel room is not reproduced like my own room. In the bathroom, I set up my makeup in a row and stuff my clothes in the closet. And because I want to change my shoes and bags every day my suitcase is filled to the brim. Packing is hard, but I can’t stop being fashionable. (laughs)”
The same importance as being fashionable is skin.
“UV care is important with winter treatment. You’d think the sunlight is weak and the UV rays are only few in winter, but actually it’s a lot. Because of measurements against dryness, sunscreen throughout the year is a must!”
Recently she got her long-awaited driver’s license! She took the members for a ride and drove to the Han river.
“My beloved car is a pink small (motor) car with hello kitty cushions placed inside. Glancing at the members getting excited listening to music, I focus on driving with my undivided attention.”

Sunny

Simple is best is my motto. The energetic source and smiling face of the members.


Sunny is an open-hearted girl, who doesn’t worry about small things. When traveling she also prefers simplicity.
“For a one night and two days trip I don't bring a suitcase. My luggage is very minimal. Whenever I look at Tiffany's suitcase, I wonder what is in there? On the contrary, it's very mysterious (laughs).”
During The Boys promotions she tried short blonde hair, it was a major change to a sharp matured woman.
“It was the first time after being born that I had short hair. I actually wanted to cut it really short,
but after talking with the staff we settled on this length. I'm pleased with it, but there are also members that think it's better to go back to long hair, so I'm thinking what to do next.”
In Girls' Generation she is always full of energy. What is the source of that energy?
“Even when I feel down, whenever I look at the members smile, I naturally become happy.
Being together with the members is my source of energy.”

Taeyeon

Keeping all the busy members together, the slightly strict older sister.


Taeyeon who is slightly older even among the 6 girls born in the same year in this group of 9.
"I feel that even though everyone is close in age and we have conflicts at times, everyone is pure and considerate of each other, so as the days continue to add up, our bonds continue to strengthen. Though I might be the oldest, instead of being the one to stand in front, I'm the type to look before taking each step. But when it comes down to the critical moment, I will clearly say what needs to be said. If I compare it to a family, I think I'm a bit of a father figure."
With stable singing skills and a voice that is full of feelings, she also has solo activities (OST songs) in Korea.
"When singing, you need performing skills and a bit of imagination. You have to treasure the emotions, and to not deviate from the colour of the song while pouring your heart into it."
To Taeyeon, what is her most treasured song?
"'Into the New World' probably. It was our first song we received after our long training period and if this song never existed, I don't think I would be here right now."

Jessica

Hot chocolate is my stress relieving item.


Famous as a fashionista, Jessica has a strong interest in Japanese fashion!
“Japanese style has an impression of taking unique items and putting it together well. It’s not a feeling that it’s aiming for something weird, rather it’s like showing off something cute. I also study fashion while looking through Japanese magazines. On the contrary, in Korea, [fashion] all together feels more simple. I’m not saying which is better, but I do love both [styles]. Recently, we have more oversea schedules and maybe it is due to riding airplanes for a long time, but anyhow, I think I have more comfortable casual styles.”
How does Jessica relieve stress?
“I eat sweets. I especially love chocolate! Every time I come to Japan, I pass by a store that has a rich hot chocolate drink, but previously, when I went with the other members, it seems the chocolate was too rich and some of the members didn’t like it (laughs).”

Sooyoung

Secret of maintaining the perfect style is doing pilates two times a week!


Sooyoung the member that is proud of her tall figure. Please tell us your secret to maintain that excellent style!
“Because I have a body that doesn't gain weight fast, I didn't feel the need to exercise.
On the contrary I lose weight too much which is why my clothes don't fit well or my dancing doesn't look pretty...which is why I thought I needed more muscles. Because I heard that pilates is hard, I was scared at first, but when I continued doing it, it felt like I received a muscle massage. I'm really pleased with it!”
Sooyoung who is famous of being proficient in Japanese and even MCed a concert in Japanese.
“A Japanese word I use a lot is 'nervous' (laughs). Also, I use a lot of gratitude words like 'thank you'. I also watch Japanese dramas without subtitles. My favorite dramas are 'Bara no nai hanaya’ (Flower Shop Without a Rose) and ‘Nobuta wo Produce’ (Producing Nobuta). The trick of studying is memorizing! When memorizing a sentence structure, with changing just the words, I can use it many times.”

Seohyun

“Using my time wisely”, that’s my rule.


Although the youngest, Seohyun is famous for being reliable. Does she have a rule for herself?
“In the past I always endeavored to ‘try to use my time well’. If you’re a student then it’d be good to spend time according to school, however now I need to manage myself. If I don’t decide what I’ll do at what time, then I’ll be washed away with busyness. I make an effort to not be lazy, but it’s very hard. (laughs)”
As they promote in different countries, it seems like Seohyun was surprised at how the passion of the cheering fans was not any different.
“Especially during concerts, even if the language is different, the sense of communication through music is the same no matter what country. Why the fans’ energy is the same is very mysterious.”
Then, what is her impression of Japanese fans?
“During last year’s Japan tour, there were fans who came to all 14 shows! I was very surprised! I’m very thankful.”

Yoona

I want to try the role of a rich young lady or appearing in a love comedy.


With a mysterious aura surrounding the charming cool beauty, Yoona has a surprising side.
“Actually, I love pulling pranks! Up to now, I can’t count all the pranks I pulled on the members. Every member is a victim. (laughs) Recently...I really pull so many pranks that I forget what I’ve done. The details of the pranks are trivial, but I’m also good at imitations! I have a huge repertoire and I can imitate the other members too~.”
Appearing in dramas like “Love Rain”, Yoona also is active as an actress. What role does she want to play in the future?
“Until now since I’ve played many characters that are quiet and do their best to live in underprivileged environments... Next, I wonder if a role from a rich family would be good? During a drama, I want to try wearing a lot of cute and pretty clothing as well. This time in “Love Rain”, I loved playing the cheerful and lively character Hana, but next I want to try challenge myself in a love comedy!”

Hyoyeon

I’ve loved dance from an early age! I may indeed have talent (laughs).


“From an early age, I just really loved dance. At first I started it as a hobby, but it seems I was born with talent. (laughs)”
Hyoyeon, who demonstrates magnificent dances in Girls’ Generation. Please tell us how you practice dance!
“In the past I would watch TV and practice mimicking the dances of popular artists at the time. Recently, I’m studying the dances of the artist, Chris Brown. Everything about his stage from the energy felt to his performance and voice, is perfect!”
This year it’s been 5 years since debuting as Girls’ Generation. Looking back it’s really been a flash.
“Throughout the time of 5 years, I think our bonds have become stronger. We have come to know the different sides of each other and we have deepened our understanding of one another. Generally, if we’ve been together for 5 years, I think it wouldn’t be that strange if we get into fights over trivial matters, however, we have gotten along better.”


Main Interview

With refined performances and beautiful slender legs like a barbie doll, Girls' Generation created an instant sensation in Japan. This year it's their 6th year since their debut in Korea and they are active in places all over the world, as well as reaching a debut in America! A close-up of Girls' Generation, who are building a new generation while emitting a bright aura.

If you look back on the days from your debut until now, [what do you see]?

Seohyun: While running around the world happily, 5 years has passed already. I don't have any feeling that it has been that long.

Sooyoung: To the people around us it seems like we had a hard time, but we definitely don't feel like that. Maybe all of us are really tough (laughs).

Jessica: The fact that I was able to keep on going these 5 years is because of the members. Our strong bond is our weapon.


For the first half of this year you mostly worked abroad, so do you feel a difference in fans of different countries?

Tiffany: In Korea, singing the chorus together is the basis and because the majority are male fans a lower tone resounds. Because Western fans dance and sing together with us, it feels like the concert hall turns into a club! Let's party!

Hyoyeon: Japanese fans are focused on our performance throughout the song and when the song is finished the cheers are so loud that the concert hall is shaking.

Seohyun: I’m happy that the fans respect us as an artist.

In busy times, how do you refresh yourself?

Seohyun: There are lots of members that love to use aromas. I sleep with aroma oil applied on my temples.

Yoona: I also apply plenty of aromatic body mist when I go to bed. If I do so, I can sleep soundly.

Taeyeon: I'll say to myself 'There, there, you are a good kid Taeyeon,' and I cure myself. (laughs)

Sunny: It's only for something emotionally, but it makes me happy. Also, there are a lot of times we go eat something delicious.

Jessica: Our regular place is a patbingsoo store that has red bean on top of shaved snow. It’s slightly sweet and it heals us.

Sooyoung: Lately, it's a trend among us to drive together to the Han river. While listening to music, we drive and relieve our stress.

Yuri: We went for a ride with Tiffany driving, but she is still a beginner so I was honestly scared.(laughs)

Tiffany: Hey! (gets angry)

Girls’ Generation’s 2nd Japanese album, “GIRLS’ GENERATION II -Girls & Peace-” was released on November 28th.

Taeyeon: From cool club sounds to sweet numbers, it’s an album filled with uptempo songs that will get you thinking of Girls’ Generation singing and dancing!

Tiffany: Recently I re-listened to our first album, “GIRLS’ GENERATION”. Honestly I thought, “We can’t make an album better than this”, however this album can top that. I recommend all the songs!

It’s amazing that all the songs are recommendations! What’s your favorite song?

Everyone: Hmm~ I can’t choose~!

Somehow pick one!

Taeyeon: If I have to choose, then it's 'Stay girls'. A girl who perseveres into becoming a wonderful matured woman is the main character of the beautiful lyrics. When hearing the refreshing melody, my mood becomes brighter.

Yoona: 'Stay girls' is the favorite song of all the members. I also listen to it while walking.

Seohyun: 'Oh', our Korean song that was remade with Japanese lyrics is also recommended.
I think we upgraded our expressions and it is also cuter than the Korean version.

Jessica: I like 'Not Alone' because I can imagine myself singing it while a spotlight is shining on me on stage. Although 'Reflection' is refined, the beat has a retro feeling to it and is very addicting.

Tiffany: I like 'Reflection' too~! I always liked songs with a beat more, but this song's musical interval fits me so I can sing it the best.

It (the album) has all Japanese musical compositions. Did it go well with the Japanese?

Sooyoung: We have gotten used to it, but as expected since it's not in our mother tongue, the lyrics are translated so we could sing it while understanding the world view.

Sunny: There is a hiragana letter that whenever it comes out it's hard for me and makes me nervous. It's 'つ(tsu)'. I want to overcome my fear of 'tsu' soon. (laughs)

Hyoyeon: When rapping the 'ん(n)' is also very tough.

Jessica: I'm not very good in memorizing lyrics in Korean, English or Japanese to begin with. (bitter laugh) Anyway, I’ll earnestly memorize and sing it!

This is just one of Jessica’s hard working points. With the album clearly worn on your belt, the arena tour will start next year from February.

Sooyoung: We have an artist’s luck to start the new year with concerts.

Sunny: Because the amount of our Japanese songs increased, we could show a live performance with only original Japanese songs.

Yuri: We are steadily in progress of preparations. Personally in order not to run out of breath, I'll run or do weightlift training and try to build up stamina.

What do you look forward to during the Japanese tour?

Sunny: Unagi (eel). After eating hitsumabushi in Nagoya, we all got addicted to unagi. During this year's tour we had unagi for 3 days in a row.

Yuri: Yes right. Because I ate too much unagi one time, I couldn't stop glowing during the concert and I was very energetic, so it was tough (laughs). But surely during next tour I definitely want to eat only unagi.

Tiffany: Also Hiroshima Okonomiyaki! I also want to go to the onsen to get smooth skin.

Yoona: But what I'm looking forward to the most is the cosplay by fans! When I see them imitating our clothes and hairstyles, I get really happy! All the members always look forward to what cosplay they will come in next.

Yuri: Everyone~! We can definitely see it from the stage! Please keep on doing lots of cosplay~!

Taeyeon: When having a talk like this I want to meet everyone fast. I'm anxiously awaiting next year!


Credit scan: jessicachina.net/drjc
Translated by kkabbekky, arghninja, redsunset, SeraphKY@soshified.com/forums
special thanks to haljung and whimtwit

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#5642266 [MESSAGE] Yuri's Message & Picture on Japanese Fansite

Posted by Kkabbekky on 19 October 2012 - 12:03 AM

Hello Sone Japan fansite. This is Yuri!

It's gradually getting colder, everyone I hope you didn't catch a cold?

Also did you guys watch Oh! MV already? (*^^*)
This time we have various versions of outfits but the one during Hey! Hey! Hey! was pink.~^^

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Because I have the opportunity to meet everyone next month, I'm really happy now.~☆

translated by kkabbekky@soshified.com
source message: redsunset@soshified.com
source picture: sunnyroad14@twitter.com
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#5461748 [MESSAGE] Sunny's selca and message on Japanese fansite

Posted by Kkabbekky on 29 July 2012 - 08:25 AM

Hello Sone Japan. This is Sunny.



My doodle was included in last week's staff blog, did you all notice? (0^^0)



I was a bit hungry so I drew it unconsciously...(laughs)



What should I draw next time~.



Do you have something you want me to draw?


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Source: OurLoveSunny
Translated by Kkabbekky@soshified

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#5273037 [MESSAGE] Yuri's selca and message on Japanese mobile site

Posted by Kkabbekky on 31 May 2012 - 05:55 AM

Hello everyone. This is Yuri!

The shooting of the drama I acted in in Korea has finally finished! This is a picture taken during a shooting break.

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I was busy every day, but I am happy I was able to challenge myself in acting. I also took acting lessons and tried my very best.

And since next month we can meet everyone with nine members after such a long time, I am really looking forward to it.

Just wait a little bit more!

Translation by Kkabbekky@soshified.com
Source: redsunset@soshified.com
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#5219861 [MESSAGE] Taeyeon's selca and message on Japanese Fansite

Posted by Kkabbekky on 17 May 2012 - 03:03 AM

Spoiler


Hello Japanese fans, this is Taeyeon!!!
Is everyone doing fine?
I reeeally want to meet you all ^^ <3

Recently because every member is working really hard for their solo activities, I also really want to meet them. (><)

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When all 9 of us gather we will definitely! show the Japanese fans a fantastic performance!! hehehe



Translation by Kkabbekky@soshified.com
Source: Haljung@twitter.com and Kush1205@twitter.com
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#4942422 [OTHERS] Hyoyeon's message and selca on Japanese fansite

Posted by Kkabbekky on 09 March 2012 - 12:15 PM

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Hello everyone. This is Hyoyeon. It started to become warmer and I'm looking forward to spring! I went to Bali with my family! I always go to various countries with the members but this time I went with my family since a long time. The weather is good, the scenery is pretty and I'm feeling great! Being able to spend time with my family is very relaxing and now I can continue working hard!

It would be nice if I could go on a vacation with the members next time!



credit translation: kkabbekky@soshified.com
source: kush1205@twitter, Japanese mobile site
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#4902627 [OTHERS] Yuri's message and selca on Japanese mobile website

Posted by Kkabbekky on 25 February 2012 - 10:09 AM

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Hello everyone, this is Yuri! I am acting in a Korean drama and I'm in the middle of shooting in New York. This is the river Hudson that runs through New York.


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The sunset that seems like it will take your breath away is very pretty. What do you think of the picture I took?

During filming breaks I walk around New York.The interior of this restaurant is really stylish.


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Beautiful right? I will do my best for the rest of the drama. This was Yuri from New York.




Credit translation: kkabbekky@soshified.com

source: kush1205@twitter


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#4810095 [OTHERS] Japanese Official Fanclub Q & A

Posted by Kkabbekky on 29 January 2012 - 01:52 AM

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Yuri

Q: Please tell us Yuri's beauty secret☆ ma juice recipe.
A: Put one chinese yam (ma) + 300ml milk + one half of an apple + 3 spoons of honey in a mixer and mix. If you drink it every morning before breakfast it helps with your appetite and it's good for your body.^^

Q: What is a necessary item in winter?
A: An indispensable item is without a doubt a fur scarf in which you look cute even though it's wrapped around you. Otherwise ondul (underfloor heating)...! It's always warm during the night...

Q: What song makes you happy or do you listen to when you are down?
A: I don't particularly have a song I listen to when I'm down. I don't really feel down often.

Q: When you wake up in the morning what is the first thing you'll do?
A: I stretch right away, laugh really hard once, take a bath and eat breakfast. hehe

Q: What is the wish you want to fulfill with all nine girls?
A: It would be good if we could continue being as members and as snsd for 10, 20 or more years.

Seohyun

Q: During live performances I see a lot of scenes where you frequently hold hands with a member, do you naturally reach for their hands?
A: During a performance we have a lot of ways to have communication among each other. Among those the best communication is making eye contact and holding hands. When a members comes to stand next to me I naturally hold their hand.

Q: What is Seohyun's dream?
A: That a lot of people can feel happy because of our music and can find their passion. You can become friends with a lot of people through music I think.

Q: I love maknae. If you weren't scouted what job would you be doing in the future?
A: Because I learned piano since I was little and really liked it, I wanted to become a pianist maybe. I also play piano now from time to time.

Q: The Seohyun that studies is cool! How did you start to like studying?
A: I dont think I’m a person who can study on my own, but I’m somebody that enjoys doing it. Because you don’t do it for the sake of someone else, but you do it for yourself, you feel fulfillment. I think it’s good to do it while enjoying yourself.

Q: What were hard words among snsd’s Japanese songs?
A: The part ‘tsujitsuma awasu you ni’ in Genie that I sing together with Hyoyeon unnie!
I always make sure that my pronunciation isn't weird during performances! ^^

Sunny

Q: When you come to Japan what do you absolutely have to eat?
A: Yakisoba cup ramen.

Q: What do you do for your cute charm to come to mind?
A: I don't know...because I'm not particularly conscious of it. T_T

Q: How does it feel getting a short haircut?
A: It feels refreshing. I think I feel more confident now. And most of all the preparing time before going out became shorter. ^^

Q:I always feel better seeing your angel like smile. What are some things or events that will make you feel better or happy?
A:On a day off, after taking a warm bath, I drink some cool juice, and read a manga while eating fruits.

Q: Do you have an action whereas if you do it, anyone can look cute?
A: Imagine a very very delicious dessert. If you do that naturally your smile will become very happy.


Every week 3 members' Q&A will be revealed. So stay tuned. :)


Translation by Kkabbekky@soshified.com and arghninja@soshified.com
Source: Girls' Generation Japanese mobile site
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#4503351 [OTHERS] Sooyoung's Message and Selca on Japanese Fansite

Posted by Kkabbekky on 11 November 2011 - 02:11 AM

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みなさんこんにちは。スヨンです。今日は私の大切な家族を紹介します♪愛犬のスリちゃんです。実はメンバーのテヨンが名付け親なんです!と~ってもいたずらっこで、元気いっぱいの愛嬌でいつも笑わせてくれます。かわいいでしょ~

Hello everyone. This is Sooyoung. Today I will introduce an important family member. ♪ My pet dog Suri-chan. Actually Taeyeon named her! With its very mischievous and energetic charm she can always make me laugh. Cute right~

translated by kkabbekky@soshified.com
picture and message via _taeng309@twitter.com
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#4317377 [OTHERS] Japanese Official Fanclub Q & A

Posted by Kkabbekky on 17 September 2011 - 02:27 AM

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Yuri

Q: Yuri, when you are down and have no energy, what do you do?
A: I wear cute training wear and exercise! I’m contemplating if there is something interesting lately. Music! Composing songs!? I’m trying to find something new. Does anyone know something interesting?!

Q: What is your happiest moment?
A: When I discover something new! When I go on a trip.

Q: Isn’t it hard to dance in heels?
A: It’s tremendously difficult. But I don’t mind. (laughs)

Q: Explain us how to apply make-up in order to look cute with natural make-up like Soshi.
A: I apply make-up to make my own charming point stand out. I think the most important is base make-up. Something that matches my skin tone.

Q: During an encore call what do you prefer, ‘encore’ or ‘SNSD’?
A: Both (laughs).

Jessica

Q: When returning home what is the first thing you do?
A: Even if it’s for 5 minutes I will lay on my bed or on the sofa!!

Q: Jessica who sleeps well, lately do you have enough sleep?
A: Lately...I don’t sleep so much (T_T)

Q: Please explain about the eye make-up you always apply.
A: Because everyone’s eye shape differs, even if you have the same make-up I think it will look different. I pay attention to mascara on the bottom eyelashes.

Yoona

Q: I think you have eaten a lot of Japanese food, but what is the most delicious food?
A: Everything is delicious, but lately I like yakisoba~

Q: What type of girls are cute?
A: A girl who is charming when she laughs.

Q: What are the words from a fan that makes you happiest?
A: When I heard the word ‘Yappari’ (as expected) I liked it. As expected of SNSD, as expected of Yoona...etc. It gives off a feeling that you are appreciated. (laughs)

Q: On the opposite what do you want to ask the fans?
A: What is your reason for liking SNSD?

Sooyoung

Q: You finished the tour and ate food from various places, but what was the most delicious?
A: I remember hitsumabushi and Osaka okonomiyaki. (laughs)

Q: What is your favorite season? Explain why.
A: I like winter. I actually dislike the cold, but what I like about winter are the really cute winter clothes.

Q: When someone of the members cry, what do you say?
A: I say ‘what happened?’.

Q: What is your favorite food among Korean food?
A: I like all Korean food. Bibimbab, kimchi jjigae, miso jjigae, tteokbokki.

Q: With what color would you compare yourself?
A: With...purple (laughs)

Taeyeon

Q: Taeyeon’s singing voice is really lovely, but in order to sing at your best do you have something that you are careful about?
A: I stretch ^^ If I warm up my muscles properly then my voice comes out firmly. (laughs)

Q: Did you already want to be a singer from when you were little?
A: When I was a kid I liked music, but my dream wasn’t to become a singer. ^^; I had a lot of dreams when I was little. (laughs)

Q: What do you remember the most from your Japan 1st Tour?
A: The time when Sooyoung fell from the stage! The stage was high so I was worried, but if she really fell off....
The cannon in ‘Born to be a lady’ is really pretty!

Q: Do you have food you like and don’t like? What do you pay attention to when you eat?
A: Lately!! My favorite food is...carbonara (cream spaghetti).
The food I don’t like are..walnuts, curry and spicy food. What I should be careful for when I eat is putting too much sauce!

Q: If you wouldn’t have been in SNSD, what would you be doing?
A: uuhm..announcer?

Tiffany

Q: I really like Tiffany’s smile! Tell us your secret on how to maintain that cute smile all the time!
A: With positive thoughts....or by eating delicious food!!!

Q: It fits you well that you like pink! What is your favorite pink item?
A: I can’t choose (laughs). Because everything I own is pink ^^;

Q: Every year, when you think about your birthday, is there something you want to do?
A: To blow out candles with the members?
My birthday only differs a couple of days with our debut anniversary...so I feel like the members must always be there.

Q: In what language do you think about things, English or Korean?
A: In English. (laughs)

Q: What has remained in your memory the most from the Japan Tour?
A: On the last day, during the last greeting when Sooyoung fell from the stage.

Hyoyeon

Q: What is your favorite Japanese food?
A: Ramen.

Q: I’m not good at the “Genie” dance... please tell us the secret of how to dance it well.
A: In any case practice!!

Q: What is the best point of SNSD?
A: We're always together with 8 friends and that becomes our strength whenever, wherever. It’s reassuring.

Q: What do you do every day without fail?
A: Write in my diary and play games (laughs)

Q: If you got one week off, what would you want to do?
A: Travel

Sunny

Q: What is the energy source of the always bright and cute Sunny?
A: The love from all the fans~?? ^^ haha! I always try to think about good things. When I don’t feel well I listen to a nice song! Music can always make me feel happy, because it can give you new thoughts.

Q: Among the members who is the most childlike?
A: Hyoyeon!! I think she is a tomboy. ^^ She is a very cute and funny member.

Q: You always said ‘hoooooonto ni’ during the concert, did somebody teach you this?
A: No, it’s Sunny style. >▽<

Q: Which manga are you into lately?
A: My favorite mangas are ‘One Piece’, ‘Slam Dunk’ and ‘Glass mask’. Lately I don’t really read mangas....Ah! I also like ‘Shinya Shokudō. (*^_^*)It’s a manga that makes me gain weight. (T_T)

Q: What do you do on the plane?
A: The same as the other members, sleep, eat flight meals, play games or read books.

Seohyun

Q: What has happened recently that made you think, “Ah, I’ve matured.”
A: I’m still not mature yet, but I feel...like I have grown when the way I think of things has expanded compared to last year.

Q: You are now 20 years old, what sort of new things do you want to challenge yourself with?
A: Since I want to experience a lot of new things, I also want to try being in a musical and acting.

Q: What has been the most suprising birthday surprise so far?
A: On the day of the 2011.6.28 Tokyo Yoyogi live, the surprise birthday put on by the 8 unnies and fans who covered the concert in pink! I was really touched!

Q: What is the favorite thing you bought in Japan?
A: Make-up tools, being able to apply make-up by myself is very useful and I use it a lot.

Q: What is your feeling after finishing the Japan Tour?
A: While doing 14 performances and enjoying the stages, we didn’t only become one with the audience, we learned a lot that nobody will understand if they don’t experience it directly.
While touring around I feel like I was able to grow a lot. I’m happy that I also got a bit better in Japanese. But I’m still not that good yet...From now on I will put more and more effort in showing everyone an amazing performance.


Translation by Kkabbekky@soshified.com and arghninja@soshified.com
Source: Girls' Generation Japanese mobile site

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#4055962 [MAGAZINE] SNSD - Ray Japan

Posted by Kkabbekky on 01 July 2011 - 03:09 AM

We had an exclusive interview with SNSD, who are presently in the middle of their Japan tour! The 9 girls answered 100 questions. For the girls of Ray generation, there are a lot of hints in SNSD’s words in order to fulfill your dreams. They also taught us what parts to listen to in the 1st Japan album.

Taeyeon
Born March 9th 1989
Hobbies: movies, listening to music
owner of an exceptional singing ability

Q1. Since you are one of the members do you know what SNSD’s charm is?
We are unaffected by honesty. I think it might be because we always have a natural attitude.

Q2. When falling in love what is the SNSD song you want to listen to?
I recommend ‘BORN TO BE A LADY.’

Q3. Who do you think of as your biggest supporter?
All our fans. They always support us and that gives us strength when making our next album. We always receive power from our fans.

Q4. If you were reborn what do you want to be?
A bird. I’m envious because they can fly!

Q5. If you were a guy which member would you want as your wife?
Me (laughs). Because I know myself the best.

Q6. What is the fashion item that you are aiming for this summer?
Because I wear short sleeves and sleeveless clothes, I have a lot of opportunities to show my arms. When I wear that I want a bracelet to accentuate it.

Q7. Tell us the secret to your beautiful skin.
Before a photo shoot I use a moisturizing pack. And occasionally I do a scrub.

Q8. What is the place you want to go in Japan?
Tokyo Disneyland and hot springs.

Q9. What surprised you about the Japanese culture and customs?
That already from early in the morning there is a live broadcast on the TV.

Q10. If you had a broken heart how would you overcome it?
I think time will solve everything.

Q11. What do you do when you can’t fall asleep?
I listen to music. My favorite artists are different from time to time. (laughs)

Jessica

Born April 18th 1989
Hobbies: watching movies and listening to music, shopping
Specialities: singing, English, piano
Raised in San Francisco

Q12. When all members are together, what is the atmosphere like?
It’s bright and very lively.

Q13. When imitating the ‘Gee’ or ‘Genie’ dance, what is the main point?
For both, the leg movements are the main point. Please check it in our music videos.

Q14. What is your image of Japanese guys?
They give off a careful and delicate vibe. In any action they do they give off a careful impression.

Q15. Have you went shopping before in Japan?
Yes. I like the Shibuya opening ceremony. Because we don’t have it in Korea, when we come to Japan I will go shopping.

Q16. What are the items that appease you?
Bags and shoes. When I find something cute I unintentionally buy it.

Q17. If you were reborn, would you want to be a guy or a girl?
Still a girl. Because they can be very stylish!

Q18. What are your thoughts on challenging yourself in the musical ‘Legally Blonde’?
I was able to experience something new. I tried out a leading role, joining a musical was new to me, but I had fun.

Q19. What behavior or actions of a guy would make your heart beat faster?
When he suddenly touches or fixes my bangs, my heart might beat faster. (laughs)

Q20. What do you think about the fashion of Japanese girls?
I have a feeling they enjoy fashion in which their personality overflows.

Q21. What sports are you good at?
I’m not really good in sports.... I like watching soccer, but I don’t really enjoy doing it myself. (laughs)

Q22. Tell us the secret to your beautiful legs.
I’m not really conscious about it.... sometimes I do half body bathing.

Hyoyeon

Born September 22nd 1989
Hobbies: movies, shopping, Chinese.
She charms fans with her powerful dance performance

Q23. What is the rage/trend among the group members at the moment?
I think nail art. I’m into leopard print, only when changing the color you can use the same design many times.

Q24. What do you want to do in Japan with the group members?
I want to go to Sapporo during winter and visit hot springs and other (standard) tourist spots.

Q25. What is your favorite part regarding your face?
My eyes maybe... And if not my eyes then my smile. Because people around me often praise me about it. I’m a bit embarrassed when saying it about myself. (laughs)

Q26. What is your favorite food?
Korean rice cakes. Ddeokbokki, ddeok.....I like anything that has rice cakes in it.

Q27. What are the sports you want to try out?
Swimming. Before, when we went overseas for a photo shoot, I played with the members in the sea, but I was bad in swimming. That’s why I want to get better in it. (laughs)

Q28. What do you think of Japanese girls?
All of them possess a lot of individuality, and I think they want to refine themselves.

Q29. When you feel down, how do you overcome it?
When my parents are around I can relax, so I return to my house, take some time off and gain energy.

Q30. What kind of atmosphere does your room have?
Simple and princess-style (laughs). I have lace curtains, the base color is ivory and it’s accentuated with pink.

Q31. What is your personality like when you are with friends?
A mischievous child. (laughs) I also tell a lot of jokes.

Q32. Your dance performance is popular, but what is the point you pay attention to when dancing?
In front of the mirror I think about my body angles or the position of my eyes or the movement of my eyes.

Q33. What can you definitely not forgive?
Betrayal. Since I’m the type that associates with someone deeply, I would get hurt very much.

Seohyun

Born June 28th 1991
Hobbies: music
Specialities: piano performance, singing, Chinese
The maknae that all the members adore.

Q34. While performing what do you think about?
With a feeling of ‘Let’s enjoy this moment’ I have fun.

Q35. What is the fashion you want to try out/challenge yourself with this summer?
Usually I stick to a basic style. But from this summer, I want to try out more fashion styles.

Q36. What was the moment when you felt the happiest?
When I accomplish something that I planned.

Q37. What is the occupation you want to try once?
A university professor. Because it’s a job where you guide students, who do their best in reaching their dreams, on the right path. I think it’s an occupation worth doing.

Q38. Does your fashion have to match the taste of the person you like?
It’s important to wear the things you like the most, but to a certain level challenging the taste of the person you like is also not bad. (laughs)

Q39. What is your dream for the future?
I want to do something where I can give a lot of people energy.

Q40. If a time machine existed, which time period do you want to go to and what do you want to do?
The future. Since civilization advances, I’m interested in how it will become in the near future.

Q41. What is your favorite number?
1

Q42. What times do you think that you are still a child?
When I’m not able to control my own feelings.

Q43. What Korean tourist spots do you recommend?
Gyeongbok palace. Because there you can experience Korean history and culture.

Q44. You are the youngest member, but what do you benefit the most from as being the youngest?
Because I’m an only child, I’m very happy to be loved by my 8 unnies and to be together with them.

Yuri

Born December 5th 1989
Hobby: reading
Specialities: dance, acting, swimming
Her outstanding style together with her health-mania is the result of doing yoga and sports.

Q45. After 10 years, what kind of woman do you want to be?
I think I want to continue with music like now, and it will be good if I can become a career woman, who enjoys life when having spare time. And one of my dreams is to be able to talk Japanese perfectly, so I can challenge myself by acting in a Japanese drama or movie.

Q46. What times do you think that you have become an adult?
When I don’t get angry, but show a smile instead. Now I can be more composed and I’m open-minded.

Q47. If you didn’t have your current job, what would you be doing?
Because I love music, I would be active in music anywhere.

Q48. If you can become one of the members for one day, who would it be?
Everyone is wonderful, but I never had the thought of wanting to become another person. (laughs)

Q49. What is the moment you are the most relaxed during the day?
When I wake up in the morning and gaze at the bright sunlight.

Q50. What dream would you like to realize in the near future?
I want to get better in Japanese. I also want to watch Japanese dramas without subtitles.

Q51. What Korean food or drink do you recommend?
Biji-jjigae (soybean stew). It’s a stew made with okara (soy pulp). It has a savory taste and is also good for your body.

Q52. What incident made you cry recently?
During acting class. My vocalization wasn’t good and I got upset.

Q53. Teach an easy to imitate health method.
Before going to sleep, look back upon your day and think positive. It’s very easy!

Q54. What kind of fashion do you like?
I like a chic style that uses black or gray colors, or I like to wear basic items in a simple way.

Q55. What are you interested in at the moment?
The direction of stage performances. I study by watching the lives and performances of overseas artists.

Sunny

Born May 15th 1989
Hobbies: sports, music, shopping.
She uses her bright personality and is also very active in variety shows.

Q56. In what moment do you get the most excited?
The time when I get rewarded for working hard. When I get good reactions from the fans, I feel very satisfied.

Q57. What do you want to do when it’s summer?
Vacation. I like the beach and I want to go to a tropical place where there is delicious fruit.

Q58. If you would change your hairstyle, what kind of style do you want to try?
A short cut! I want to try a very short cut. (laughs)

Q59. What is your favorite book or manga?
The novel of a French writer named Bernard Werber. I like the manga ‘ONE PIECE’ that depicts the importance of friendship and bonds.

Q60. What are the words of appraisal said by a guy that makes you happy?
‘You are charming’ or ‘You are intelligent and mature’.

Q61. What do you do if you forget a song or dance?
It’s important to keep your mind calm! I quickly get myself to calm down.

Q62. What is your impression of Japan?
Starting from the airport, wherever you go you have to follow the rules, people’s manners are good and the streets are clean.

Q63. What shopping spot in Korea would you recommend?
The three-lined street in Seoul (Garosugil). There are a lot of cafes and there are various clothes shops. Original clothes can be found there and it’s also my favorite place.

Q64. How do other people describe what your personality is like?
A bright and cheerful personality. I’m not only bright and because I can be shy I should work hard to get a brighter personality.

Q65. How do you relieve stress?
Sleep while watching TV or a movie. I like suspense or mystery.

Q66. What do you eat when you go out to eat a meal with the members?
Japanese ramen. I like miso ramen the most. (laughs)

Sooyoung

Born February 10th 1990
Hobbies: movies, music
Speciality: dance, acting, Japanese
She is very familiar with Japanese culture and customs.

Q67. What is the food that you’ll definitely eat when coming to Japan?
Fried oysters. I started to like oysters!

Q68. When the members are gathered what kind of conversations do you have?
We talk about good shops and the new songs of various artists.

Q69. Would you confess to the person you like? Or would you rather receive a confession?
If possible since I’m a girl I want to get a confession. (laughs)

Q70. How would you describe your personality in one word?
When I asked Taeyeon, she told me ‘You are like the sky’. (laughs) Since I never really get moody, I think it’s the atmosphere I create.

Q71. Tell us your favorite Japanese word.
Tabemono (food)

Q72. A recent incident that made you laugh?
When greeting in Chinese, I said ‘We are Sooyoung!’ instead of ‘I’m Sooyoung’.

Q73. Are you susceptible to fashion trends?
I think I’m susceptible to it, but I want to keep my own style.

Q74. If there is a fight among the members how would you make up?
By talking with each other. And also saying ‘Sorry’ with all your heart.

Q75. What movie or drama moved you the most until now?
For Korean dramas ‘Love Generation’ and ‘Painter of the Wind’. The Japanese drama ‘Nobuta wo Produce’ is also good. And the movie ‘Forrest Gump’.

Q76. What are you interested in at the moment?
Fashion, traveling and the artist P!NK.

Q77. Do you have complexes?
Of course I do.

Yoona

Hobbies: movies
Speciality: acting
A beauty who gives a neat impression.
Active as an actress.

Q78. What kind of existence do the members have according to you?
Sharing everything with each other without saying anything.

Q79. Tell us the dream that you have as a group.
By challenging ourselves with new things, I want us to become an even better SNSD.

Q80. What is your favorite body part?
Hands. My fingers are long and I never thought of them as being cute before. But since I’ve started taking care of my nails, I gained more confidence.

Q81. When dating during summer, what would be your ideal date?
I want to walk on a beautiful road on a good day with calm weather. During the evening, because the illuminations by the Han River are on, it would be lovely to go for a drive by the riverside.

Q82. What food do you dislike?
I’m not picky. I eat a lot!

Q83. What do you do to maintain your style?
Lately I do easy exercises at the gym. Even if I eat a lot, while dancing my energy gets used up.

Q84. What do you do on your days off?
I watch movies and meet up with friends. I also go to the gym.

Q85. What is the country you want to go to once?
Czech Republic. I want to go to Prague especially.

Q86. What do you treasure?
The album that has all pictures of my childhood pasted in. But usually my cellphone. (laughs)

Q87. What is your energy source?
I react very sensitively towards the weather. On a fine day I get excited!

Q88. What is your impression on performing on Japanese music programs?
I was surprised by the Japanese camerawork and the speed in which they change sets.

Tiffany

Born August 1st 1989
Hobbies: movies, music
Speciality: English, flute, singing
Raised in LA

Q89. Do you go out with the members?
We go shopping or to the movies. Recently we also went bowling.

Q90. What do you want to challenge yourself with in your job in the future?
Because the language that comes to my mind is English, I want to try acting in America.

Q91. What is the secret of being synchronized with all the members while dancing?
Because we are together all the time for a long time, there isn’t any pressure that we have to be synchronized, moreover we all aim for a highly perfect performance.

Q92. What Korean drama do you recommend?
‘Secret Garden’ and ‘Hwang Jin Yi’. Those are really interesting!

Q93. What are you bad at in this life?
Making people laugh. I’m aware that I can’t say anything amusing.

Q94. What kind of fashion do you like for men?
A style that looks rough with accents anywhere. Because you can understand a person’s sense of fashion by the accessories they use, I look at their shoes and watches. (laughs)

Q95. Is your sleeping posture good?
According to the members I sleep in one pose and very quietly. (laughs)

Q96. What was your dream when you were a kid?
I wanted to become a lawyer like Elle Woods in the movie ‘Legally Blonde’ or a singer.

Q97. What kind of woman do you consider beautiful?
A charming woman who is confident and passionate.

Q98. Anything in fashion that worries you?
Everything! When I want to wear a feminine one-piece, shoudn’t I choose shoes that match with it? When you think like that, it becomes “everything.” (laughs)

Q99. A message to all the Ray readers!
Thanks for always supporting us! Since August is my birthday month, being published in the August issue is like receiving a present!

Q100. What do you need now for the future?

Tiffany’s answer: Exercise. Because I’m bad in exercising, I didn’t do it for 3 years, but lately I train my body at the gym. In order to show a great image of myself at the Japan tour, I will exercise even when I’m a little tired.

Yuri’s answer: I need instruments or a guitar to compose songs. I went to a big instruments specialized shop in Shibuya and I wanted all the things in the store. (laughs)

Sica’s answer: To have dreams. I think it’s best to have big dreams. If people try what they want to do, they’ll work hard in order to achieve it. I also have the dream of designing shoes in the future.

Sooyoung’s answer: Exercise. Because as expected in anything you do, health is the most important, in order to build up physical strength you have to exercise.

Yoona’s answer: I want to improve myself in ability and mentally.In order to do that it’s important to be passionate about your work and it would be good to be more concentrated.

Hyoyeon’s answer: Words and languages. Now I’m studying Japanese, but before I was for nearly one year in China, so in order not to forget my Chinese I should study.

Taeyeon’s answer: I want to study music. I think that if you can’t make your own music, you can’t discover the things you want to do or how to express yourself.

Sunny’s answer: I think it’s necessary to make plans regarding SNSD, myself and my future. It’s something that can be said by everyone and I think it’s important to prepare yourself for the future.

Seohyun’s answer: No matter what you do (your) health should be maintained. Because you can’t get a healthy body overnight, it’s important to have regular eating habits and lifestyle and to take vitamins.

We are looking forward to meet the Japanese fans up close!

Finally they released their first album in Japan. Tell us what you feel right now.
Sooyoung: ‘I’m deeply moved. We have a lot of memories of working hard towards finally releasing the album.’
Taeyeon ‘We tried a lot of new things for the album. Because there are also Japanese songs made from scratch, it became an album where we can show a new side of SNSD.’
Seohyun ‘We came to know during the recording that we can sing these kind of songs. During the preparation process we learned a lot, we even could develop our skill level.’
What do you want to hear in the album?
Jessica ‘I noticed there were a lot of songs completed with a different feeling from the Korean songs. We can show a new side of SNSD, we will let you hear new music, I’m really looking forward to it.’
Yoona ‘What we showed until now was our cute side, this time there were also a lot of songs recorded with a cool and powerful image. I will be happy if the readers of Ray, when listening to this album, will be even a little bit confident and become positive.’
When the August issue comes out, you will be in the middle of your tour. What are you looking forward to during the tour?
Hyoyeon ‘I’m looking forward to meeting everyone directly. I think about what kind of reactions we will get. I’ll be happy if they like us.’
Yuri ‘I’m anxious about the point of view of Japanese fans. Also I’m looking forward to eating takoyaki in Osaka!’ (laughs)
Tiffany ‘I also love takoyaki! Since there is really a lot of delicious food in Japan, I have to watch out to not gain weight.’ (laughs)
Sunny: ‘Since we are going to various regions, our minds can get refreshed. To me it will also be a time when I can recharge myself and because the members are also nervous, if possible we want to enjoy the tour with a feeling as if we came on a trip.’


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source: Ray magazine scans by snsdchina.com
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