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Title: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: century on March 25, 2008, 03:03:06 PM
Her blog is back up!

http://blog.gotomaki.net/

She's in LA at the moment.  I still can't get into it because it's so busy.

Quote from: ampedechoz from JPM
(http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/5682/34398uz4.th.png) (http://img253.imageshack.us/my.php?image=34398uz4.png)

I feel like crying.

510FOREVER
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: shadowstar on March 25, 2008, 03:05:21 PM
 :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart:

OMFG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: mode107 on March 25, 2008, 03:10:37 PM
WOOOOO~~  :rockon:
I love the top picture on her blog. 
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: mini*wheat on March 25, 2008, 03:11:45 PM
Yay! This is awesome! :inlove:
It's good to know Maki's still in touch with her fans!
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Pharadox on March 25, 2008, 03:13:44 PM
*does cry*  :pleeease: :farofflook:

My heart broke into a thousand little tiny pieces when The Ultra Maki Addicts Inc. thread was locked and moved to the Classic Threads section because, even though it wasn't very active, it was a way for me to keep tabs on what she's up to at least a little since she left H!P. It was also kind of like the final slap in the face that she was gone.

Thank you so much for this.  :heart: This is such a good sign, isn't it? I have never wanted to be able to read japanese so much in my entire life.  :banghead: Bablefish just isn't cutting it.

*happy fangirl dances*
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Seagull on March 25, 2008, 03:19:05 PM
OMG THIS IS HAPPY NEWS  :w00t: I don't know what to say, I'm soooo happy  :heart:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Linus on March 25, 2008, 03:24:30 PM
Good people always comes back. Miki, Maki, and Aibon eventually (my wish..)  :jerk:

MAKI !!!
OMG she better be recording Japanese version of Low Low with T-Pain.

By the way, I think she took the photo from a Japanese restaurant on a hill that I've been at  :w00t:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: A1 on March 25, 2008, 03:26:30 PM
aww I had posted this in her thread too.  :doh: But YAY for coming back.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: shadowstar on March 25, 2008, 03:38:18 PM
I'll be translating her latest blog entry as best as I can very soon!  :inlove: :inlove: :inlove:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Pharadox on March 25, 2008, 03:47:57 PM
I'll be translating her latest blog entry as best as I can very soon!  :inlove: :inlove: :inlove:

As best as you can is probably about 100X better than my best. Thanks so much!  :grin:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Ayabie on March 25, 2008, 04:05:11 PM
Good to see she's back.

Figured I'd help the Goto fans out.

Quote from: Goto Maki
2008.03.25 Tuesday

It's a bit sudden...

But I'm actually in L.A at the moment! I just got here a few days ago...
The weather is really good, warm, and yet there's no pollen.
It's really good!

The buildings and streets are spacious, I think I'll rank this third on my future places to live in. ^^
Also, this is my 2nd time in L.A. I only stayed here for one night last time, but I wasn't sure of what part of L.A I was in. (lol)

This time I'll be staying for about a month!
I'll be sure to learn about the greatness of L.A. ^^

Anyway, for those who are wondering why I'm in L.A...

Well, I'll leave that for tomorrow.

I'm spotting some Edo Harumi in her post. :lol:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Pharadox on March 25, 2008, 04:09:36 PM
Good to see she's back.

Figured I'd help the Goto fans out.

Quote from: Goto Maki
2008.03.25 Tuesday

It's a bit sudden...

But I'm actually in L.A at the moment! I just got here a few days ago...
The weather is really good, warm, and yet there's no pollen.
It's really good!

The buildings and streets are spacious, I think I'll rank this third on my future places to live in. ^^
Also, this is my 2nd time in L.A. I only stayed here for one night last time, but I wasn't sure of what part of L.A I was in. (lol)

This time I'll be staying for about a month!
I'll be sure to learn about the greatness of L.A. ^^

Anyway, for those who are wondering why I'm in L.A...

Well, I'll leave that for tomorrow.

I'm spotting some Edo Harumi in her post. :lol:

Tomorrow. I need it to be tomorrow. Because I'm praying she's going to say "I'm in L.A. to discuss my new recording contract" and then my entire year will be made.  :w00t:

Thank you so much for posting this translation!
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: redux on March 25, 2008, 04:17:41 PM
I've no argument that people on here are far more obsessed than Maki with me because...well they clearly are. :lol: Even so it's good to see she's back in touch with fans and I hope she can get something good rolling as soon as poss. This announcement may well be something pooey but I'll be sure to check it out tomorrow anyway.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: BigDnm01 on March 25, 2008, 06:28:07 PM
just a little guess....

MAKI GOTO IN L.A. WORKING ON HER U.S. DEBUT!
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: LaJon on March 25, 2008, 06:45:03 PM
L.A.. could this mean...

GOTO MAKI - MIKA TODD COLLABORATION?!  :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Tuffty on March 25, 2008, 07:40:47 PM
Exciting! Good to hear from her again, and it sounds like tomorrow will bring good news. New contract I presume :D
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: JFC on March 25, 2008, 08:02:54 PM
The header image that on her revived blog is wicked cool. :thumbsup

Personally, I just hope that she's there for some type of training and not some *cough* enhancements, if you know what I mean. :rolleyes: (Hey, it IS L.A., after all)
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Kyats on March 25, 2008, 08:48:29 PM
I am so absolutely excited. I absolutely looooove maki (no matter how much I love junjun haha)

I hope shes doing some great collaborations or SOMETHING really cool :D
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: zay05ohayou on March 25, 2008, 11:14:52 PM
uwaah~!! MAKI!!!!  :cry: I missed her so much~! Finally her blog is accessible again!! Hope she brings great news!  :muffin:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Yoshitsune on March 26, 2008, 12:22:12 AM
IM BACK to my internet crazy, forum posting crazy old self! y!? coz baby is BACK, she has return me my heart and soul!! i will support her 100% until there is forever!!  :heart: :heart: man i hope other maki fans will return soon, i havent talk to any of them online since gocchin is gone!
GOCCHIN FANS UNITE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GOCCHIN IS BACK!!!!!! :jerk: :jerk:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: wakaba_doll on March 26, 2008, 12:39:43 AM
I DIED AND WENT TO HEAVEN READING THIS  :heart:

510 FOREVER!!!
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: genericpaperdoll on March 26, 2008, 12:47:16 AM
MAKI!!! :heart: Today is a happy day.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: cool_kickin_dude on March 26, 2008, 12:57:36 AM
BEST NEWS TODAY..THE WHOLE YEAR!!!

Time to crank out the Alo-Hello! ;)
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: StreakInTheSky on March 26, 2008, 12:59:13 AM
The header image that on her revived blog is wicked cool. :thumbsup

Personally, I just hope that she's there for some type of training and not some *cough* enhancements, if you know what I mean. :rolleyes: (Hey, it IS L.A., after all)

Everybody knows you go to Mexico to get that stuff done nowadays. Plus why would she go here when Asia is a much better place to get stuff done :roll:


I wonder why she's here though. And for a month. Maybe she is recording something.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: yokoso on March 26, 2008, 02:15:40 AM
As great as it is, I will reserve my excitement for when she announces she's working on new material/ a record deal.

Hopefully that will be tomorrow/today.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: ferrar1 on March 26, 2008, 02:32:50 AM
okaeri Maki Chan
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: strawb3rrykream on March 26, 2008, 03:35:26 AM
I AM SOOOOOO HAPPPYYYY!!

2008 is gonna be a good year!!!!!!
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Kamesan on March 26, 2008, 04:58:29 AM
It's good to hear some news about Maki. I hope she has a great time in LA.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: zay05ohayou on March 26, 2008, 10:38:34 AM
Maki's blog is updated.. dance lessons and voice lessons.. a comeback everyone!!! I really hope it is!!  :luvluv1: :wriggly:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: uverkuu on March 26, 2008, 12:09:29 PM
OMG! when i first saw her name i was like it must be old news about her smoking or something.
But once i saw this i nearly passed out.
(hey! isn't the sweater she is wearing on the banner of her blog the same one she wore when she got caught smoking at a pachinko parlor?)  :P
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: nekochan on March 26, 2008, 12:13:21 PM
she cut her hair  :heart:
hearing good news of maki made my day
it looks like a different sweater
there was no writing around the hood  :lol:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: century on March 26, 2008, 01:44:47 PM
Hello-Online translated her new entry:

Quote
2008.03.26 Wednesday

Yesterday's continuation

Was it yesterday? Today? It seems Tokyo was warm these days.
Wonder if in L. A was just a little bit chilly.

Anyway, resuming what I was saying yesterday...(like What am I doing in L.A.?)

Since today's morning I went to the gym, I ran, and ran, and ran. LOL
OK, I'll take this seriously.

Then, a krump dance lesson!!!

This one was really risky.
I've been living for 22 years but it's my first time doing this.

BTW, about the krump thing...
Since is also my first time, I cannot explain it pretty well,
it's like an angry sensation, like if you are listening to a big punch,
but for those who dance it, that image is totally... wrong...

Anyhow, I'm moving a lot!!!!
Although, I'm not used to see girls dancing it, but it's really interesting.

And, yesterday I had voice training,

Such as Ballet, Jazz, and Hip-hop~.
My body is getting strong LOL

Tomorrow, I'll have dance lessons.... and I suppose to attend a show.

Well, see ya.

Ah, btw, today, I went to buy a jersey....
It's super cute
Maybe I'll use it during my lessons!!! It's a pink one!!
I can't get this stuff in Japan.....
So the prize worths

Ok, have a good niiiight.


Crump dancing is.. interesting.

Well, it's safe to say she's coming back to showbiz, but I just hope it's in Japan and not USA.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Pharadox on March 26, 2008, 01:51:11 PM
^ She could be coming back to showbiz on the Moon and I'd be happy as long as she was singing again.

But she did say she was just in the U.S. for a month, so I think she's only there for the experience the U.S. music industry will give her in her training for her comeback.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: miki on March 26, 2008, 07:00:42 PM
omg.
with all those trainings,
she definetely needs to come back in showbiz.
damn. krumping ?? hiphop ?? jazz?? ballet ??????!!!!!!!!!
WE NEED YOU BACK GOCCHIN !!!!!!
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Twisted Blue on March 26, 2008, 07:51:09 PM
^Enka would be nice! ^^
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: StreakInTheSky on March 26, 2008, 09:44:38 PM
Please no enka!


:lol: @ maki krumping. For those who don't know how it looks like, imagine an enraged gorilla on crack moving to a bass heavy beat. I think it's pretty cool when someone is good at it.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Maikeru86 on March 26, 2008, 10:41:33 PM
Maki krumping = Maki bouncing. It's a win win situation.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Brat-san on March 26, 2008, 11:28:45 PM
OH. MY. LORD.

SHE'S LEARNING TO KRUMP! SHE IS NOW MY HERO<3333

btw: if you don't know what krumping looks like, just youtube it.  Though there are some bad examples. u_u
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: wakaba_doll on March 27, 2008, 01:48:58 AM
All I can say is that when she finally makes her music comeback, it's going to be beyond fierce. I can totally see her going in the Amuro direction, doing hot hip-hop music and dance. She'd be amazing at it.

I hope she posts a pic of her in her new 'pink jersey' on her blog!  :lol:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: chokkan 2 on March 27, 2008, 02:07:59 AM
news links :

後藤真希がブログ再開「新たな一歩踏み出す決意を」 (http://headlines.yahoo.co.jp/hl?a=20080326-00000000-oric-ent)

後藤真希さんがブログ再開 ロスで「一歩踏み出す決意」 (http://headlines.yahoo.co.jp/hl?a=20080326-00000903-san-ent)
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: BigDnm01 on March 27, 2008, 04:00:14 AM
is she still under UFA or changing label?  is the people accompanying her in L.A. UFA people?
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: shadowstar on March 27, 2008, 04:12:14 AM
is she still under UFA or changing label?  is the people accompanying her in L.A. UFA people?

As far as we know, she didn't renew her contract with UFA anymore, the same way she didn't renew her H!P one.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Fracture on March 27, 2008, 04:21:29 AM
She's in LA visiting me >_>




I wish.  The fanboy in me is telling me to drive out to where that "Los Angeles" mural is and look for her :lol:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: daigong on March 27, 2008, 05:20:20 AM
She's gonna sign with Aftermath and have Dr. Dre produce her album!! :rockon:

Honestly, this is great news. A music industry without Maki is like pie without the filling.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Pharadox on March 27, 2008, 01:58:26 PM
Another update on her blog (http://blog.gotomaki.net/) today!

Quote
It's midnight already

Today I continued with the dance lesson, I cooked, the everyday living....

By the way, I have a body pain, my leg hurts so much
Probably that's the reason why I'm not walking normal LOL

Ah! I went to see the show Carnival!!

There were some dancers who have participated from Japan!!
The group performance was only with 18 people, but everyone was really amazing!!
It was a great show.

BTW, it's already midnight.....
That's not good LOL
Time to sleep.

Translation from Hello!Online (http://www.hello-online.org/index.php?act=helloonline&CODE=article&topic=373).
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Pharadox on March 27, 2008, 02:06:09 PM
Seriously, imagine how much freedom she's got in L.A. right now. Yeah, some of us know who she is, but most of the U.S. just doesn't. Unfortunate for them, but great for her. She can go wherever she wants to right now without worrying too much about who will see her. It must be nice for her.

But it really, really makes me wish I lived on the west coast instead of the east coast. Damn it.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Asmodai on March 27, 2008, 02:34:05 PM
Nice translation. She sounds just like us - she could be posting that on the postwhoring thread and it wouldn't be out of place.

I'm hoping Maki's enjoying having a bit of freedom too.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: zoolander on March 27, 2008, 10:23:13 PM
I don't know what to say. . . I'm happy! :muffin:

Hope she can learn a few new tricks during her training!
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Kya on March 27, 2008, 11:38:15 PM
I wish her luck, but I'm surprised, the training in LA must be more tough than what she had in H!P... is dance training in H!P just weaker, or maybe she's just pushing herself more. I hope all her hard work pays off but she shouldn't work herself too hard, don't want her getting ill.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Linus on March 28, 2008, 07:59:16 AM
On the pic from yesterday she's practicing with something on her hand, looks like a mic or pretends to be it. Bet ya she has a new single and is now training a very difficult dance for it, as well as training her voice for the final record.  :)
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: miki on March 28, 2008, 08:04:00 AM
she practices dance like everyday. and she's in america.
i canT wait to see when she's come back.
hip hop, RnB. lol
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: tiny on March 28, 2008, 09:37:36 AM
Daily updates are good: http://blog.gotomaki.net/?day=20080328
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: StreakInTheSky on March 28, 2008, 10:06:01 AM
:lol: that mini carousel pic is cute.

These daily updates ARE nice :D

Seems she's having trouble with ballet.
Ganbare!

It's kinda weird to know that she's only a few miles away from me, and we're in the same time zone, and that she's probably sleeping right now. Which is kinda hot :O
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: zay05ohayou on March 28, 2008, 10:40:18 AM
lol Maki is so cute! :wub: I'm really glad that she writes on her blog everyday. :heart: Keeping in touch with her fans is great!  :w00t:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Daisukirika on March 28, 2008, 10:51:31 AM
Hey.... I think I know where she took that carousel pic... hmm... It kinda looks like some place near china town in L.A or was it J-town... oh jeez... I'll try to remember.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: dracko on March 28, 2008, 04:50:44 PM
Maki pretty much told us where she is, or has been and will be again.....
Her post mentions "Dance Choreographer, Rob Vinson".  A little googling reveals that his dance studio is on Washington blvd near sepulveda. The Url for his studio (or where he teaches, whatever) is:  yourneighborhoodstudio.com

SOooooo..... for us LA fans, we know know , more or less, where we can find her.

Scroll down to Rob's Bio  here  http://yourneighborhoodstudio.com/Instructors.html  and you see that he has worked with and around j artists, so this is definitely him....

Paparazzi anyone? Maki stalking ? XD
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: dracko on March 28, 2008, 05:03:04 PM
Hey.... I think I know where she took that carousel pic... hmm... It kinda looks like some place near china town in L.A or was it J-town... oh jeez... I'll try to remember.

Looking at the background, I know i've seen that place before. Very few Malls have those little signs hanging there with store name on it. It could be Brea Mall, Main place, or the mall at the santa monica Promenade. Those are the 3 that jump out at me as havin those signs. Main place, at least the last time I went, did not have those rides......  Santa Monica makes sense IF she is hanging around the area where she is doing her dancing.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: BigDnm01 on March 28, 2008, 06:25:16 PM
I don't think stalking her or going there and looking for her is a good idea.  she wants some freedom rite now.

maybe..... a normal greetings, autograph and pics would be nice.....

just don't go wotas on her, aite?

it would be kool to walk up to her, casually, and say "Are you THE Goto Maki?"
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Jsmurf on March 28, 2008, 06:38:11 PM
how bout a group of you guys gather in front of the studio and perform Uwasa no Sexy Guy  :lol:

btw, the show she went to was at the "Key Club" on the Sunset Strip
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Nouciel on March 28, 2008, 06:49:43 PM
is she still under UFA or changing label?  is the people accompanying her in L.A. UFA people?
I don't think she's under UFA, her pics say (C) GOTO MAKI official blog, before they said (C)UPFRONT.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: wakaba_doll on March 28, 2008, 06:59:02 PM
^ I love it. She's totally showing everyone that she's taking control of her career and finally doing things her way  :heart:

Does anyone have the translation of the latest blog entry, btw?
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Mugen on March 28, 2008, 06:59:34 PM
shes pulling a nacchi in new york lol
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Pharadox on March 28, 2008, 08:30:52 PM

Does anyone have the translation of the latest blog entry, btw?

Quote
Today I woke around 9AM, and I had the soup I cooked yesterday, then I got ready, and I went to a certain place.

And as I said... "I'm taking dance lessons in L.A." didn't I?!
Well. the dance instructor invited me,
so I went to see a music video rehearsal of a singer who is working here in L.A.!

From L to R
Back dancer, Kiki
Back dancer, Kristin
GOTO MAKI
Dance Choreographer, Rob Vinson
Upcoming artist, NASHAY
Dawn "Lucky" Manning

It's like, in Japan I can't do these kinds of things.
I'm impressed while I'm writing this... "Wow"

After that, I had lessons for ballet, jazz, and hip-hop.
I'm OK with the jazz and the hip-hop lessons, but the ballet one is.... difficult....

Then, I had voice training!!
Her voice...... is awesome.
My instructor pushes me straight on with her strong voice.
One day...... I'll do it, too.

After that, I did some shopping.
In the end, it seems I don't like to buy just cute stuff. LOL

Ha! From yesterday until today, I couldn't sleep well, so it's time to sleep!

Oh, BTW, I rode this Mini-Go-Round.

Good night.

Translation from Hello!Online (http://www.hello-online.org/index.php?act=helloonline&CODE=article&topic=373).
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: wakaba_doll on March 29, 2008, 12:05:16 AM
^ Thanks so much, Pharadox!  :heart:

I wonder who the 'singer working in LA' whose music video rehearsal she went to see is...
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Pharadox on March 29, 2008, 03:34:37 AM
^ Thanks so much, Pharadox!  :heart:

I wonder who the 'singer working in LA' whose music video rehearsal she went to see is...

You're so welcome!  XD

I think that's who she meant when she said "Upcoming artist, NASHAY". But maybe I'm wrong.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: tiny on March 29, 2008, 06:06:28 PM
English is learning Maki: http://blog.gotomaki.net/?eid=1014824

 :P
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: mode107 on March 29, 2008, 06:26:28 PM
Yay~~  I'm really happy that she's enjoying her time in L.A.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: cool_kickin_dude on March 29, 2008, 07:45:37 PM
I read and translated the new blog post..not sure with google has the saying right though.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: tiny on March 29, 2008, 09:41:43 PM
Hello!Online has created an easy URL to access Gocchin's Blog translations http://www.mymaki.com/. Now with the translation of latest entry.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: riyo on March 30, 2008, 12:12:36 AM
HELL YES! Maki is back, it's strange 'cause I was seriously thinking about her 'disappearance' yesterday and pretty much grieving about it. Now I see this awesome news. I'm extremely excited her blog got back up to.

Cheers! Always to supporting her!

Damn, I wish I could be in LA. lol  :lol:

I am so damn excited.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Pharadox on March 30, 2008, 06:10:00 AM
By the way, I didn't say it yesterday, but some Japanese who is living in L.A. told me:
"You really look like Goto Maki!"
So, I said something like "they tell me that a lot"
I'm winning popularity (can't believe it)


I really, really hope that whoever said that reads her blog. Because it's just so much fun that way.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: JFC on March 30, 2008, 06:29:56 AM
^ Just imagine the look on that person's face if he/she ever realizes that Maki's actually in L.A. and that he/she was really talking to her! XD
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Pharadox on March 30, 2008, 07:03:40 AM
^ Just imagine the look on that person's face if he/she ever realizes that Maki's actually in L.A. and that he/she was really talking to her! XD

I'm thinking that the string of facial expressions will go something like this:  :?  :O  :(  :cry:  :(  :angry:  :banghead:  :bleed eyes:

But maybe that's just me.  XD
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: sukeban deka on March 30, 2008, 08:29:41 AM
is she still under UFA or changing label? 
Her contract with UFA came to an end as of December, 2007.
Quote
is the people accompanying her in L.A. UFA people?
Of course not. This is completely private trip of her.
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: StreakInTheSky on March 30, 2008, 10:51:01 AM
:lol:

man if I only had more clues on where she's been hanging around, maybe I could "suddenly" bump into her :roll:
I'll help her practice english!

She's so close yet so far.  :farofflook:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: Pharadox on March 30, 2008, 03:14:59 PM
^ Yesterday would have been a great day to go to Universal studios. Too late now.

She's so damn cute. Whether stuffing face with fried chicken or dangling herself in the mouth of Jaws, she's irresistible. How are Californians not dropping instantly to their knees at her feet?  :wub:

I know THREE people that live in the L.A. area. That's THREE opportunities to stay there and stalk look for bump into her. Stupid obligations at home.  :angry:
Title: Re: MAKI'S BACK!!
Post by: dracko on March 30, 2008, 08:32:51 PM
OMG, I was AT universal citywalk..... I dint go inside the park ;;

She is sure to do Disneyland next weekend then.... since six flags is kinda far away. So far she has not ventured more than a 20 mile radius from all her stops...
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Post by: chokkan 2 on March 31, 2008, 05:29:21 AM
By the way, I didn't say it yesterday, but some Japanese who is living in L.A. told me:
"You really look like Goto Maki!"
So, I said something like "they tell me that a lot"
I'm winning popularity (can't believe it)


I really, really hope that whoever said that reads her blog. Because it's just so much fun that way.

I think they will now :lol:

ゴマキ ロスで「後藤真希」似と言われる (http://www.iza.ne.jp/news/newsarticle/entertainment/celebrity/133875)
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Post by: frblckstr1 on March 31, 2008, 07:38:00 AM
Pic spam!

Looks like she had a really good time, and she really looks good in the cat (lion?) make up :)
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Post by: StreakInTheSky on March 31, 2008, 10:35:45 AM
:lol: she ate dinner and got groceries with the makeup on.

This girl is crazy.

I'm on spring break and have nothing to do. This would be great time for some stalking :lol:
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Post by: dracko on March 31, 2008, 05:40:48 PM
Looks like she went back to Universal Citywalk and partied at Saddle Ranch. hmm..
Wonder when she will hit the LA zoo...  She is being a definite tourist, which is good. She must be loving the freedom of anonymity.

Stuff left for her to do (within the 20 mile radius she has been following) LA Zoo, Dodger stadium, Hollywood & Highland (which i think she did the first day), Santa Monica Pier & Promenade, Rodeo Drive....

I SO called Universal citywalk tho... Sad I only went on Saturday. And I picked THIS week no to go to saddleranch... ;;
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Post by: cool_kickin_dude on April 01, 2008, 12:07:13 AM
the new blog post has a pic of her trying to be a LA Raider XD

plus, a pic of her almost eating people?(you have to see it, think of the Minimoni episode of AyuReady to understand)

somebody translate! :)
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Post by: dracko on April 01, 2008, 12:29:44 AM
Yeah, thats a mock ou outside the Raider store accross from Planet Hollywood.  I must have walked past that 4x  2 days ago  :cry:


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Post by: Pharadox on June 20, 2008, 02:02:26 AM
Maki's official Avex website (http://rhythmzone.net/maki/index.html)

Seriously, I have tears in my eyes. :D I'm so happy for her.

Edit: I'm just in awe. She's so amazing, to have broken free from being an idol to pursue her dream of being a singer. I really admire her and wish her so much success and happiness in this new phase of her life. :)
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Post by: tsutomo on June 20, 2008, 02:25:27 AM
i almost had a heart attack when i saw this. can't believe my dreams came true. maki in avex. one of best days of my life.
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Post by: mini*wheat on June 20, 2008, 02:29:41 AM
Well this is exciting news! I knew she'd get picked up by somebody big. That's way too much talent too waste (which is something UFA likes to do...). I think this is good for her as well, because her old fans will still support her and I imagine new fans will come with her new career.

...I also am really digging her fingernails.  :heart:
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Post by: strawb3rrykream on June 20, 2008, 02:38:37 AM
I'm really happy that Gocchin is coming back! :inlove: I think Avex will be a good place for her to use her skills. I can't wait for some new music!

2008 is the year!! (It's making up for all the crap that happened in 2007)
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Post by: DHG on June 20, 2008, 02:46:14 AM
This is indeed awesome news. I can't wait to see what she'll release first with Avex.
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Post by: Pharadox on June 20, 2008, 02:48:04 AM
i almost had a heart attack when i saw this. can't believe my dreams came true. maki in avex. one of best days of my life.

Yeah, I know what you mean. When I saw the link to the website and then went to her Avex Website, it was a lot to take in but in a very good way. :D

I've started a thread for Gocchin (http://forum.jphip.com/index.php?topic=16342.0) in the J-Music Artist area, so please feel free to worship her there.  :heart:
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Post by: RatBastich on June 20, 2008, 02:57:25 AM
This news is absolutely fantastic~!!
The site looks great, and Gocchin is ab-fab in the pic.
Most definitely looking forward to when Gocchin starts releasing new material.
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Post by: mode107 on June 20, 2008, 03:12:08 AM
That great, I'm really happy for her.

I like that Usher and Ne-Yo are listed as her favorite artists  :P
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Post by: Pinkosa on June 20, 2008, 03:44:58 AM
THAT'S AMAZING!
Maki on avex is a dream come true!  :heart:
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Post by: tru_harmony on June 20, 2008, 05:28:03 AM
i hope they maximize her talent without wearing her out.

i missed hearing her strong voice... good luck on your new label, Gocchin!!!
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Post by: tito on June 20, 2008, 05:33:40 AM
Yeah!!! :cow: :cow: Gocchin is back~~~!! Hopefully she can become the next big thing in Japan :P I just love to see Gott-san singing and dancing again! I miss you Maki!!!! :wub: :wub: