发布时间: 12/30/2025
On the 23rd, a legendary figure in the music world made a triumphant return to the stage. Akina Nakamori held the opening performance of her dinner show, "AKINA NAKAMORI Christmas DINNER SHOW 2025," at the Tokyo Dome Hotel. This event marked her first dinner show in eight years, drawing a massive crowd of devoted fans who had been eagerly awaiting her comeback. While recent fan club events had focused on jazz arrangements, this show delighted the audience by returning to arrangements very close to the original recordings, sparking thunderous applause throughout the venue.
A Grand Entrance and Spectacular Production
As the house lights dimmed precisely at showtime, the venue erupted with calls of "Akina!" Beams of silver, blue, and green light cut through the darkness as Nakamori appeared in a stunning white dress, immediately bathing the room in cheers. Backing her was a robust eight-member band featuring drums, bass, guitar, violin, two keyboards, and two chorus members. They skillfully blended synchronized tracks with live instrumentation to recreate Nakamori's diverse musical landscape. The violinist, in particular, added a unique texture to the soundscape, utilizing effects to mimic synthesizers and guitars, effectively coloring each track with a modern yet nostalgic vibe.
Unscripted Moments and Deep Emotion
The show opened with the energetic "Hana yo Odore." The thrilling combination of up-tempo beats and dramatic violin sounds instantly warmed up the crowd as Nakamori waved happily from the stage. However, the first MC segment brought a surprising and human moment. After a bright "Thank you!", she confessed a wardrobe malfunction: "My outfit broke! The waist came undone and it slid down! And on the first day!" The audience burst into laughter at her candor. She shyly admitted that the nerves of the opening night had her forgetting what she had just sung, even crouching down on stage in a moment of vulnerability. She jokingly advised the crowd, "Please drink lots of alcohol today. My singing sounds better that way," further softening the atmosphere.
Following the laughter, she transitioned into "Slow Motion," riding the tight rhythm with her signature deep, resonant vocals. The chorus showcased her husky voice, captivating every listener. "Second Love" was delivered with profound emotion, her feelings seeming to extend to the very tips of her fingers holding the microphone. During "Nanpasen" (Shipwreck), a highlight of the first half, she delivered a soul-stirring performance under dramatic lighting. In the MC that followed, she revealed, "I usually cry when I sing Nanpasen because it's so sad, but looking at everyone's faces today... I just froze." She also shared that she was using in-ear monitors for the first time to cope with the large venue, joking that it felt like being on a plane, yet proving that her unique vocal presence remains untouched.
A New Christmas Classic and a Hit Parade
Midway through the set, fans were treated to a special surprise: the debut of "Merry Christmas, My Heart," the first song Nakamori has ever composed herself since her debut. Introducing it with the hope that it would "join the ranks of Christmas songs," she sang the warm melody woven with bells and strings. Despite being a new track, her overwhelming vocal presence gave it a nostalgic quality, as if it were a classic heard in a distant memory.
The second half of the show was a non-stop barrage of legendary hits. After joking about including slower songs due to her age, she launched into a high-energy medley. "Jikkai (1984)" featured her iconic pose, driving the crowd wild. After a quick costume change into a sharp black pantsuit, she tore through "Kazari Janai no yo Namida wa" and "SOLITUDE." The excitement peaked with "TATTOO," featuring glamorous sounds and bewitching dance moves, followed by the anthem "DESIRE -Jonetsu-," where the audience joined in for the famous "Ha~ Dokkoi!" chant.
A Warm Finale to a Memorable Night
Even after an exhausting medley, Nakamori remained charming to the end. She playfully showed off her fitness, saying, "My legs still go up, you know!" and flexing her biceps, clearly enjoying the time with her fans. The show concluded with "Ophelia" and finally "Fin," where she performed a quick change into a hat and mantle coat. The night ended with a sophisticated groove that wrapped up all the tension and excitement of the evening. Removing her hat and sweeping back her hair, she left the stage with a refreshing smile, accompanied by endless applause. This first night of her dinner show was not just a concert, but a reaffirmation of Akina Nakamori's unique world, closing the curtain on a night of heat and emotion.
Setlist
* M01. Hana yo Odore
* M02. Slow Motion
* M03. Second Love
* M04. LIAR
* M05. Nanpasen
* M06. Merry Christmas, My Heart
* M07. Jikkai (1984)
* M08. Kazari Janai no yo Namida wa
* M09. SOLITUDE
* M10. Days
* M11. TATTOO
* M12. DESIRE -Jonetsu-
* M13. Ophelia
* M14. Fin