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Chanmina announces Japan tour “AREA OF DIAMOND 2” performing 8 shows in 6 cities.
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The new work “gravity” by the musician Velladon✕ the poet Mizuki Misumi will release.The song is read by Daisora Kimijima, Yusuke Kobayashi, and Hirofumi Hatano.
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Hermeto Pascoal and Kaho Nakamura will join FESTIVAL de FRUE 2023
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Yorgos Lanthimos’ “Bugonia” Sets Japan Release for February 2026
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Mac DeMarco Announces Japan Tour for February 2026
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2026.2.18
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