I finally watched more Himitsu no Arashi-chan, both with and without subs. Remember those episodes where they used to wear their black (or darkgray) suits? (With those unsubbed videos, surprisingly, I could somehow understand). It’s one of the hardest to digest Arashi shows mainly because it’s a documentary (and I’m a Japanese illiterate, I’m sorry), they talk more than they do funny antics, but in all defense, it’s the most interesting of their today’s shows because I get to learn new things especially Japan’s secret (weapons of mass destruction in the form of a boyband), no, seriously, Japan has so many secrets to their success.
And it’s the only Arashi show where cute adorable guys don’t lose over some games like coin stacking and pipe catching no!
But that’s all gone now. After only 8 episodes, Himitsu no Arashi-chan becomes yet another fun, variety show made for Arashi. Or made for their fans. As we all know, competition in Japanese TV has never been so intense especially when you’re up against big name celebrities in drama series. Arashi swallowed their pride and change for the better (or worse) to favor ratings. I’m still unsure about their current ratings, but the moment they lose their black suits and become normal, accessible (fun! fun! fun!) idols again, I had this weird feeling that my love for the show is slowly being killed. Yes, the MatsuJun date episode was one of the most memorable episodes in the history of JE (based on my newbie fan opinion) and the cute kids in child-minders episodes are too lovely, but that’s not the original plot of this show! I would love to see those kind of episodes BUT NOT ALL THE TIME. When I rejoiced for the Ooshima episode, I was rejoicing because of the bright colors of the studio, and seeing Saint of all Fangirls get the boy of her dreams is just too amusing inspite of MatsuJun not being my ichiban. Because I believe that HnA was made to show a different, new, leveled-up Arashi to the audience. THEY’RE NOT SUPPOSED TO BE ALL-BAKA FOREVER (despite the obvious resident baka) I WANT SECRETS, DAMNIT! Not a spin-off of their old variety shows. Not hime in fancy costumes which reminds me of their stint the Gakkou e Ikou! MAX. Yes, I’m seeing the Gakkou e Ikou! Max in Himitsu no Arashi-chan whenever there’s an ageha episode where they pimp beautiful weirdness or weird beauties, whatever you call it. THEY’RE NOT SUPPOSED TO PLAY PRANKS ON THE OTHER MEMBERS! THEY’RE NOT SUPPOSED TO SHOW HOW GIRLS SHOULD WASH THEIR FACES!
I must sleep now and wish Arashi will go back in suits and MatsuJun’s glasses will come back.
OR I could indulge again on countless D no ARASHI episodes.
(Since CnA may never see more light, I could only be hoping for more GnA soon)
Help me choose the best shoutout for this entry:
SHOUTOUT #1: SECRETS + ARASHI = makes smart fangirls! (English mastery not guaranteed, unless of course you’re a translator, but then, don’t count on Arashi on giving you the lessons themselves, or you’ll die laughing)
SHOUTOUT #2: BUT I PROMISE, I’LL TRY TO LEARN JAPANESE JUST TO UNDERSTAND WHAT THEY’RE TALKING ABOUT IF ONLY ARASHI WILL SPILL MORE SECRETS!
SHOUTOUT #3: SISTER! STOP WATCHING DORAEMON! I’M TRYING TO WRITE A SMART ARASHI ENTRY! (I fail, thanks to you.)
In loving memory of the old Himitsu no Arashi-chan format
Apr 2008 – May 2008
disclaimer: image was google searched, I don’t know where I got it so it’s not mine.
Raise your Hands!