Japanese voice actress and singer Mizuki Nana will visit Korean fans for her first concert in Korea since her debut.
Mizuki Nana will hold 'NANA MIZUKI LIVE VISION 2025-2026＋ in SEOUL (Mizuki Nana live vision 2025-2026+ in Seoul)' at Sejong University Daeyang Hall in Gwangjin District, Seoul, on the 21st and 22nd.
Because this concert is Mizuki Nana's first tour to Korea since her debut, domestic fans have especially high expectations. Mizuki Nana is working hard to meet the audience with a setlist that summarizes her musical journey to repay the support of domestic fans who have consistently given her passionate love.
Mizuki Nana has shown a singular presence by working as a voice actress in famous animations such as Naruto and One Piece, as well as Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha and Dandadan. She was also the first voice actor to hold a solo concert at Tokyo Dome, appeared on Japan's largest year-end music festival NHK's "Kōhaku Uta Gassen," and achieved numerous records such as her first Oricon album chart No. 1, building her reputation as an artist.
As a voice actress and singer exerting global influence, Mizuki Nana personally shared various stories ahead of her first concert in Korea.
Below is a Q&A with Mizuki Nana
Q. It's your first visit to Korea since your debut. How do you feel about coming to Korea?
▶ Actually, I have never visited personally before, so this is my first trip to Korea in my life. Because Korean culture—entertainment, fashion, and makeup—has drawn intense global attention, I am very nervous to perform in front of such discerning audiences. But I will do my utmost to show a passionate stage true to myself.
Q. Is there an image you want to show Korean audiences who are experiencing Mizuki Nana's performance for the first time?
▶ A Mizuki Nana live show is one where everyone participates. If you give yourself to the songs, sing along, jump, and dance with us, I will be happy.
Q. Did you prepare anything special for this concert or are there any points fans should look forward to?
▶ Because the theme of this tour is "VISION," we prepared staging specialized in video. We spent time on each song, holding repeated meetings with the video team, and visualized the images that came to my mind when creating the songs. This is the first time we have produced visuals for every song, so I hope you feel fully immersed.
Q. How does it differ from your Japan performances, or what are the characteristics unique to overseas performances?
▶ The Japan concerts were held from last December to this January, so they were composed mainly of songs that evoke winter. But the overseas concerts run from February to April, and as the season turns to spring and temperatures rise, we prepared more exhilarating songs. Fans who recently watched the Hong Kong concert sent feedback that it was more physically demanding than the Japan concerts, so please manage your condition well and come have fun.
Q. You are loved by fans as both a voice actress and a singer. What are the pros and cons of juggling both roles?
▶ Each activity gives me many challenges and opens doors to new forms of expression. As a voice actress, playing various characters and living their lives lets me encounter ways of thinking and perspectives I would not have known if I had lived only my own life. It also broadens my expressive range when singing and leads to ideas for song production. When I encounter a new song, I sometimes discover vocal expressions I never had before. If there is a difficult point, it is vocal care. After an intense live on the weekend, I sometimes have to start dubbing recordings on Monday morning, so it is always difficult to maintain my voice in top condition.
Q. After many years of activity, how has the live venue changed for the current Mizuki Nana?
▶ Live performances are a source of strength for me. That has not changed since my debut. When I exchange energy with the audience, incredible strength wells up, and hearing their vivid voices through direct communication springs ideas for the next performance or song production. The venue is a special place for me.
Q. Is there a performance that stands out the most so far?
▶ There are too many to mention them all, but among overseas concerts, what stands out are the surprise events fans prepared at performances in Taipei, Shanghai, and Singapore. They made goods themselves and sang my songs in Japanese, and I was truly moved by the love the fans showed.
Q. Do you have any essential items to maintain your condition during overseas tours?
▶ Because quality sleep is essential to give my all in performance, I always bring the pajamas I wear at home. Lavender bath salts are also a must when traveling.
Q. What are your future activity plans?
▶ A new Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha animation will air in July, and I will be in charge of its theme song. Also, in September a long-awaited full orchestra live "LIVE GRACE" is planned. I celebrated my 25th anniversary as a singer last year, and I will continue to run boldly toward the goal of holding a concert at age 77, which will be my 57th anniversary.
Q. Any message for domestic fans who have been waiting for your visit to Korea?
▶ I prepared a truly hot setlist covering the new album as well as songs I often sing at live shows and signature songs. I will sing with all my might, so please come and enjoy. I am really looking forward to meeting you.<
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