Musical Academy
秋山 纯(あきやま じゅん、1980年6月4日 - )
Jun Akiyama

町田 慎吾(まちだ しんご、1981年3月25日 - )
Shingo Machida

屋良 朝幸(やら ともゆき、1983年2月1日 - )
Tomoyuki Yara

米花 刚史(よねはな つよし、1982年10月25日 )
Tsuyoshi Yonehana

Potato MA Press Special February 2006 with Yara
What is your attractive point?
My eyes, I think. Often people say, “Your eyes are very powerful.” But it also leaves a not so good impression to others who meet me for the first time.
Can you say something about Fame’s Tairon タイロン? (His role)
To work hard for next year’s graduation (laugh). Actually at the show, it really feels a bit lonely to be left behind and watch others graduate. But I like such a Tairon.
How long does it take to fix up the hair of Tairon?
Around 3 hours. Of course, the one who works hard is not me but the make up artist. (laughs) Ah., but when pulling the hair hard, it’s very painful. This is very difficult for me. I don’t know how many times I have said, “Please don’t do it anymore…” (laughs)
What drinks do you like?
Tea. Generally I like carbonated drinks but during meals, I have to have tea.
Please list three types of girls that you like (exterior looks)
Loveable, sexy, a bit horny (laughs). Anyway, the mature type.
List three types of girls that you like character wise.
Cheerful, gentle, a bit horny (laughs). Eh…more or less (laughs)
Now, what is the most important thing?
Not on things but I value human relationship. In the past I don’t often return emails or just reply not so seriously. Recently I reply them thoroughly.
Do you still remember the first impression you have of MA members?
Can’t remember much (laughs) Ah, for Yonehana, it should be his special skills are incredible. And because I live in the same direction as the leader (Machida), we would make a point to go work together so the feeling of the relationship is good. Akii? Not too interested so I can’t remember. (laughs)
What is the highest praise for you?
Of course to be praised for my dancing I would be most happy. Remembering when I was being praised by Ken (from V6) that “my dance shines everywhere”, I was super happy. Coming to Fame, at the studio, our talk of dance is especially cozy. When there is a chance I want to dance together!
What are the moments when you think you are cool and when you are not cool?
Very cool is when I decide on the moves of the dance. Not cool is when I’m at home and whatever I wear, I don’t care much. Of course it’s not cool. (laughs)
Please describe your present state.
“Fatigued, hair returns to normal, also got the flu.” Yesterday, after being naked in the bathroom, I return my hair to normal, and then got the flu. I guess it’s after the performance, one relaxes and the accumulated fatigue all comes out.
What do you keep reminding yourself about that is the most important thing?
The things that I am not good at, I should not be worried about losing face but increase the practice. This time, FAME has allowed me to feel this way. Ballet at first was not very smooth for me and I felt very embarrassed but with practice and deeper study, I could better perform it. I feel that to be challenged is very important.
What matters make you feel “I have matured”? Are you the most mature in MA?
Whether I am mature or not, I can’t say for sure. In MA, of course I am the most mature. (laughs) No matter what everyone says, it’s still me? No need to debate!
In contrast, what makes you feel that “I’m still a kid”? Who is the most childish in MA?
Very easily feel irritated. As for interests, no matter what I do, I would feel tired quickly and couldn’t continue. And the most childish in MA is also me. Needless to say.
Do you have anything you want to buy recently?
Didn’t buy much.
What do you want to do most now?
Scuba diving! Recently, the first time I tried night dive. At night there are lights and it’s not too dark. The cool thing is that you could see what you couldn’t see normally. Even the fishes are swimming. (laughs) I understand that after 3 night dives you could get a licence. If there is time, I would like to get one too!
Say something to Potato magazine
Even though there are many Jr. in the magazine, please don’t forget about MA. (laughs) In future, the number of pages would not be reduced? Worrying about it! (laughs)
(someone) is already taller than you, what do you think? (by Higashiyama)
No matter how, I can’t grow as tall as you (laughs). I would leave it to Akii.
How is the health of your very favorite grandma? (by Machida)
Very well, very well. Even though she has come to watch Fame, she didn’t get to see her favorite leader, she looked for a long time. (laughs) My grandma is almost 60 and her health is still strong and she is still working. She is my favorite grandma.
When did you quit your forgetful habit? (by Yonehana)
Can’t change (laughs). I actually don’t want to change. It’s my character. When I go dinner, my handphone and purse is always in the hat of Yonehana. So even if I forget, it would still be discovered. From now on, I would still be like that. Please look after me! (laughs)
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Survival Island by MA.

A live journal writer has written a review about it.
ごきげんよう
MA was on this program 3 days in a row and on the first day, Koichi was mentioned in the section called Corozo where the guests would be asked a question.
The question was addressed to Aki: We heard that you and Kinki's Koichi have such a good relationship that you could carry him like a princess. Please tell us what kind of relationship is this?
Aki: Koichi san is my prince too.
Host: So Aki carries Koichi?
Aki: Yes, the person who does the carrying is me! Very often, at encores and some lively moments, I would think like this - I'll lift you up.
Host: Was this arranged ahead of time? Or was it a very natural act?
Aki: It's very natural. Because of the mood at that moment.
Host: So you would want to lift Koichi up?
Aki: Besides, he's very lifth.
Host: Could it be that you were husband and wife in the previous life? Why would you lift someone up suddenly? (Host pretends to carry the princess action.)
It was understood through the Japanese fans that only Shingo could understand the feelings of Aki. Everyone else just said, "Ah."
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Jun Akiyama

町田 慎吾(まちだ しんご、1981年3月25日 - )
Shingo Machida

屋良 朝幸(やら ともゆき、1983年2月1日 - )
Tomoyuki Yara

米花 刚史(よねはな つよし、1982年10月25日 )
Tsuyoshi Yonehana

Potato MA Press Special February 2006 with Yara
What is your attractive point?
My eyes, I think. Often people say, “Your eyes are very powerful.” But it also leaves a not so good impression to others who meet me for the first time.
Can you say something about Fame’s Tairon タイロン? (His role)
To work hard for next year’s graduation (laugh). Actually at the show, it really feels a bit lonely to be left behind and watch others graduate. But I like such a Tairon.
How long does it take to fix up the hair of Tairon?
Around 3 hours. Of course, the one who works hard is not me but the make up artist. (laughs) Ah., but when pulling the hair hard, it’s very painful. This is very difficult for me. I don’t know how many times I have said, “Please don’t do it anymore…” (laughs)
What drinks do you like?
Tea. Generally I like carbonated drinks but during meals, I have to have tea.
Please list three types of girls that you like (exterior looks)
Loveable, sexy, a bit horny (laughs). Anyway, the mature type.
List three types of girls that you like character wise.
Cheerful, gentle, a bit horny (laughs). Eh…more or less (laughs)
Now, what is the most important thing?
Not on things but I value human relationship. In the past I don’t often return emails or just reply not so seriously. Recently I reply them thoroughly.
Do you still remember the first impression you have of MA members?
Can’t remember much (laughs) Ah, for Yonehana, it should be his special skills are incredible. And because I live in the same direction as the leader (Machida), we would make a point to go work together so the feeling of the relationship is good. Akii? Not too interested so I can’t remember. (laughs)
What is the highest praise for you?
Of course to be praised for my dancing I would be most happy. Remembering when I was being praised by Ken (from V6) that “my dance shines everywhere”, I was super happy. Coming to Fame, at the studio, our talk of dance is especially cozy. When there is a chance I want to dance together!
What are the moments when you think you are cool and when you are not cool?
Very cool is when I decide on the moves of the dance. Not cool is when I’m at home and whatever I wear, I don’t care much. Of course it’s not cool. (laughs)
Please describe your present state.
“Fatigued, hair returns to normal, also got the flu.” Yesterday, after being naked in the bathroom, I return my hair to normal, and then got the flu. I guess it’s after the performance, one relaxes and the accumulated fatigue all comes out.
What do you keep reminding yourself about that is the most important thing?
The things that I am not good at, I should not be worried about losing face but increase the practice. This time, FAME has allowed me to feel this way. Ballet at first was not very smooth for me and I felt very embarrassed but with practice and deeper study, I could better perform it. I feel that to be challenged is very important.
What matters make you feel “I have matured”? Are you the most mature in MA?
Whether I am mature or not, I can’t say for sure. In MA, of course I am the most mature. (laughs) No matter what everyone says, it’s still me? No need to debate!
In contrast, what makes you feel that “I’m still a kid”? Who is the most childish in MA?
Very easily feel irritated. As for interests, no matter what I do, I would feel tired quickly and couldn’t continue. And the most childish in MA is also me. Needless to say.
Do you have anything you want to buy recently?
Didn’t buy much.
What do you want to do most now?
Scuba diving! Recently, the first time I tried night dive. At night there are lights and it’s not too dark. The cool thing is that you could see what you couldn’t see normally. Even the fishes are swimming. (laughs) I understand that after 3 night dives you could get a licence. If there is time, I would like to get one too!
Say something to Potato magazine
Even though there are many Jr. in the magazine, please don’t forget about MA. (laughs) In future, the number of pages would not be reduced? Worrying about it! (laughs)
(someone) is already taller than you, what do you think? (by Higashiyama)
No matter how, I can’t grow as tall as you (laughs). I would leave it to Akii.
How is the health of your very favorite grandma? (by Machida)
Very well, very well. Even though she has come to watch Fame, she didn’t get to see her favorite leader, she looked for a long time. (laughs) My grandma is almost 60 and her health is still strong and she is still working. She is my favorite grandma.
When did you quit your forgetful habit? (by Yonehana)
Can’t change (laughs). I actually don’t want to change. It’s my character. When I go dinner, my handphone and purse is always in the hat of Yonehana. So even if I forget, it would still be discovered. From now on, I would still be like that. Please look after me! (laughs)
Exclusive: Please do not repost this translation outside of this blog.
Survival Island by MA.

A live journal writer has written a review about it.
ごきげんよう
MA was on this program 3 days in a row and on the first day, Koichi was mentioned in the section called Corozo where the guests would be asked a question.
The question was addressed to Aki: We heard that you and Kinki's Koichi have such a good relationship that you could carry him like a princess. Please tell us what kind of relationship is this?
Aki: Koichi san is my prince too.
Host: So Aki carries Koichi?
Aki: Yes, the person who does the carrying is me! Very often, at encores and some lively moments, I would think like this - I'll lift you up.
Host: Was this arranged ahead of time? Or was it a very natural act?
Aki: It's very natural. Because of the mood at that moment.
Host: So you would want to lift Koichi up?
Aki: Besides, he's very lifth.
Host: Could it be that you were husband and wife in the previous life? Why would you lift someone up suddenly? (Host pretends to carry the princess action.)
It was understood through the Japanese fans that only Shingo could understand the feelings of Aki. Everyone else just said, "Ah."
Exclusive: Please do not repost this translation outside of this blog.
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