She was crying even in the documentary about people saying she is a bad singer...I felt like crying when she was talking about that she really improved a lot
It's the culture difference. Even though she did well in produce 48. Nets gave her shit because it wasn't the one they wanted to be center. So she had to reject her achievement and say sorry to the masses. Very common in both K idol and J idol industry. Is right fuck no it is not; but again we can't do anything about it. It's something their society is going have to fix themselves. All we can do in the west is support them.
Wow to have this self reflection and realize you're not good enough and have the guts to start again everything when you're not obligated to is very brave. Sakura has a strong mindset she's admirable
something that immediately got my attention with her, was that she chose to do Black Angel as her audition song. Sakura has a solo song that she performs, she's done it to huge crowds and it shows her vocals well. There's a cute dance and it shows her stage presence. But she chose to do black angel a song designed for 3 singers not one, and made a dance for it. She went into this so willing to improve her skills and wanting to reach for the very best. It put me in her corner from the beginning.
@@callmeyourdai5y518 yesss I noticed it too, i'm glad she challenged herself like that, her mindset is really cool. Do you know if she came with the choreo herself? The change in the choreo surprised me the most
@@Velsterful I believe she did. It's not the choreos for the original and I don't see her having the resources to get someone to do it for her. I havent got any source other than reddit tho
the fact that she knows that she's not that great enough in korea is like a message. she did her best to be great for them but she is still being hated being the center of nekkeoya but she actually did well. and the fact that she is improving is good. i hope the following comebacks of iz*one will give the haters the message that she deserves to be in her place rn
Even shes not a center but my eyes caught her first time when i watch this show and my mind telling me shes the center of the girl group even she s not.
It didn't help her case even further when the vote rigging scandal took place. In the actual results she was 1st place, but the producers added much more votes to Wonyoung (no hate, just spitting facts).
Sakura getting an A really helped all the Japanese members really boost both their confidence and work ethic. Without Sakura getting an A I’m sure the Japanese members would have severe inferiority complexes and have difficulty getting past their troubles. Hence everyone should be thanking Sakura for being the Superman for the Japanese idols
Actually the show is nice. In the long run, some Japanese idols there showed amazing improvements. Not only that, this season shows great camaraderie towards each other and how other Japanese trainees are very humble as well. Sakura-chan in the show is very inspiring since she showed that she challenged herself in many styles and did great. I recommend you to watch it~
@@banana.potato I don’t think they should watch it because mnet really has done the Japanese trainees dirty and with all the evil editings and weird rankings it’s kinda a waste of time especially when you already know what’s going to happened
@@guinnmyahslaysstaymad I actually watched produce 48 blind going into it, knowing nothing. I was like confused how Sakura didnt get #1 and Gaeun wasnt in the lineup
And now look at her on the “Secret Story of the Swan” she is part of the dance break team on front line with Lee Chaeyeon by her side she has improved so much I’m really so so proud of her
Drake Roneale Castillo-Panlaqui it’s kind of true. But that’s not because of the artists themselves. Japan’s entire entertainment scene is very enclosed. Besides anime, not much people consume Japanese entertainment. E.g. J-dramas are pretty hard to find outside of Japan, J-pop/J-rock has some exceptions but the vast majority of music produced isn’t consumed outside of Japan.
It's because Korea markets their music outside Korea but Japan doesn't. In reality despite many restrictions,there are many Japanese artists respected outside Japan.
@sitinur fatihah korean music and entertainment is just far more modern and appealing to everyone than japanese stuff.. japanese idols are low barrier for talent and their just to do the bare minimum and look cute.. they are pretty much nothing compared to kpop idols who are well oiled machines.. obviously japanese can be just as talented.. its just the market there doesn't care for talent in idols.. and the barrier for singing ability in korea is inferior to western artist who are pure talent and barely care about looks
Sakura is really an ace of jpop idol. In those times that other japanese trainee are getting lower grades, keep on doubting and losing their confidence (because of cultural deffirence and skills gap of jpop and kpop) she stands bravely to show that japanese can do it to if they want to. She didnt dance and sing well compare to koreans but her presence and determination really inspire other japanese trainee. I love her dedication to his group and her passion to learn more.
Sakura is a japanese idol. Japanese idols are entertainers. They are very talented when it comes to entertainment. But it's sad people think that all japanese artists are idols. Japan has their own set of extremely talented artists and we should know that in Japan, idols and artists are two completely different things. They don't mix those two type of entertainers. It's not that all japanese idols don't have talent in singing and dancing but they don't focus on that. They can be good if they train properely but that's not what people expect from them. I wish one day korean producers would do a survival show like produce and invite LDH artists from Japan. Produce LDH for example. LDH artists are extremely talented and people would see that Japan is on another level when it comes to music and dance.
Asakura Samuel i heard about that once, people said Sakura wasn't good enough like Jurina and that she wasn't capable to make a good and stable performance, but she still trying and gave all her best :(
Kpop isn't only about idols either. Many different genres and artists exist in Kpop. Jpop idols like AKB and HKT panders to primarily Otaku fan base. Artistic refinement really isn't the focus for Jpop idol bands. That's why Jpop idol contents do not do well compared to Kpop idol bands. Even for I'zone, Sakura, Nako, and Hitomi were shocked to see how much their fanbase changed from 20something to 40 plus males to mostly teenage girls who looks up to them and want to be like them. And their fanbase immediately expanded to outside Korea and Japan even playing in venues that are much bigger. The key difference here is standard. While Japanese idols are about the amateurish girls next door that older male audience will cheer them on like their cute next door girls, Kpop idols are about professionalism and finesse. Jpop wasn't always like this. But it seems to pander only to the Japanese market and specific audience. That's not a good thing.
Sakura is an amazing girl. No one can disagree with that. She was already popular in Japan being one of the Kami7 and high ranking member but she choose to go to Korea to learn and improve her singing and dancing abilities. She knew the consequences that comes with her going on Pd48. But still she went through because she wants to improve and do her best for her fans. She's the most humble and kindest person ever. She had always think she was never good enough thus why she continue to challenge herself and that's very incredible of her. But I want sakura to know that her fans no matter new or old, we will always stand by her because we idolise her not only because of her skills but also because of her outstanding personality💖
She is amazing. I just watch produce 48 today and found out how really cool sakura is. The first episode shows how shock the japanese trainee in the idol system of korea. Their keep on getting lower grades and losing their confidence. It so amazing that there is sakura who stand their ground as jpop idol and show that they can be better too if they want to. Though i think that sakura should give B on that episode. I am glad the panel gave her "A". Maybe too boost the japanese morale too because that episode is really harsh and too much for them.
@Mi chael That's where I first found out about sakura too. I was just browsing through my TV channels and stay and watched her audition as shown in the clip and was instantly mesmerised. I need to make it clear that I was never interested in kpop or jpop before just listened to few (rarely thou) popular kpop music. But watching her made me instantly stan her. It might be true in terms of skills (dancing and singing) she might have gotten B in the first evaluation but being an idol doesn't simply meant being skillful in those 2 aspects only, 1 thing Hongki said is that she was born with star quality and I think she really deserved the A because with just 1 episode she managed to attract alot of fans which shows her charismatic aura. That's not something any idol can have but she does and that's what makes her different and more outstanding. And yes the Japanese idol was baffled with the Korean training system and how different their skill were but whats interesting about the Japanese idol is that they have fun while performing and did they very best no matter what (and its refreshing to see that). I'm grateful someone felt the same too cause she's been through soo much and she works hard too 💖
@@annmarieann3798 i agree. The japanese trainee really work hard because the koreans are ahead of them in terms of skills. I love jpop idols even before the first kpop idol rise globally. And before i was really wondering why jpop girl group like morning musume dont dance well and produce 48 episode 1 answer it. Sakura's determination gains my respect most among the trainee. And i am going to root for her now. 😊
But to be honest. Though some jpop idols are just dance in basic i still love them because they are fun to watch. They are really charming and lovely cause they enjoy what they do. Compare to brutal world of kpop that mentally and physically exhausting.
@Mi chael yup that's one of the unique trait of jpop. Jpop songs have those happy and relaxing feelings to it because japanese idol focus more on entertaining their fans. And welcome new saku fan 💕Let's support her forever 🌹🌸
“It was a reality check for me and it made me angry. Hence, all I’m thinking now is to show people that the Japanese people can also do a good job.” This is why she got an A. The judges said they could see fire in her eyes and it was from the anger that fueled her. Seeing where she is now is so inspiring. Stay strong, Sakura 💗
Always have been curious why Sakura ranked the highest during produce and keeps seeing her name on soc med. This is the first time I searched for her myself and yes, i understand now. She really is lovely and admirable. Hope she debuts again.
Woooo I might just come back to hear Kpop again because of her, so inspiringgg!! Made me realize why I shouldn’t give up in so many things including dance:))
The best thing about Sakura is she knew what her weak points are, and she kept trying and trying, and she still knows it, and keep trying, Now in LE SSERAFIM, you can see her how much she is shining, she is an all-rounder now. She can sing well, dance well. When she is in the centre the group looks very powerful & impactful. People may think she is greedy to be an idol, she is greedy for the spotlight, but no! Sakura is actually greedy to be a perfect one. And her this mature mind never let her stop from trying. Even with a very opposit & strong image in LE SSERAFIM than Izone she is shining like a star, proving herself to be the one who can shine anywhere.
Coming back to this video after the lesserafim documentary. she’s really strong willed and improved so much. she worked from the bottom up in korea and it makes me so proud as someone who has been a fan for quite a while now. She really deserves all the love in the world. Love you sakura 🥹🥹💓💓
It made me emotional after watching this. Sakura is so relatable. There are times that I also feel the same as her. Most of the time, you think you're doing your absolute best but you're being self-critical about it because you feel like it's not enough. Seeing her transformation with Le Sserafim makes me so proud and happy!
I wouldn't say she has an inferiority complex, because that is a negative flaw, where you continuously consider others as better than you even though it isn't true (and you don't really try to change that, because you think no matter how hard you work you'll always be inferior). Sakura is incredibly humble, she knew about her shortcomings and worked on them to improve herself, she always listened to criticism, and never relaxed herself even when praised. She does lack confidence and it was really amazing to see her become more and more confident as the show moved on. She was my favorite from day 1 and seeing everything she's achieved so far is very heartwarming.
It's not that she has inferiority complex she just has a humble heart and passion towards her art and dedication to improve herself and her ability truly an admirable person
Watching this again now and reflecting on her time in HKT48, Produce 48, IZONE and now being in Le Sserafim makes me cry. Sakura felt like for the first 7 years of her career she was stunted and not worthy of the love she recieved, and she took hold of the Produce 48 opportunity to improve. Now she's an incredible vocalist and dancer who has come so far since this video. Sakura deserves all the love she gets and more
But Sakura, we are all proud of you. You started with many disadvantages. Being a little bit older and the fact that it's harder to learn a dance to the level Koreans learn it, along with going to a foreign nation with its language barrier and different style for what is considered 'talent'. You had to overcome a lot of obstacles and disappointments. But you were a warrior - you never gave up but set your heart to do well...and you succeeded. You are an inspiration to all Japanese girls who will come after you, giving them inspiration that there is hope to accomplish their dreams when all seems impossible. Many girls from Japan will have you to use as inspiration to help them reach their dreams. Well done! Rooting for you. Fighting!
Even now you can see how hard she works. She keeps getting better and better. Her career matters a lot to her. I know a lot of people think she’s lacking. But what I like about her and continue to be inspired about her is how hard she works. She felt she wasn’t good enough and instead of running away, she keeps working at it. She keeps working. I want to be like that
i Believe GAEUN would not have been suited for IZ*ONE but defininetly she will be scouted by another company now shes a free agent, she has alot of potential even as a solo artist . :)
@@TonyD-UK I agree! Thats probably why the rigged it along with Han Chowon bc the group chemistry will be bad (similar to Rocket Girls from PD101 China)
@@MelanieCC05 For Rocket Girls, the girls were too different to be deemed as an "ideal" girl group, so just from looking at them side by side, they had no synergy. The group was too diverse so it clashed. Nothing is wrong with it, but people tend tp prefer groups that naturally look good nobody outshines the other
@@heeheehee2238 I mean I could see that cuz u want a group that works well together. U can be the most skilled in something but not fit in a specific group well due to maybe personality which is fine
sakura has been my kpop ult for almost four years now and even before getting into kpop ,, i supported her in akb48 and i am just so proud of her she has worked so hard and it shows!! she has improved so much and i am so happy to see her get so much more recognition and love ☹️💗
I cried while watching this old clip of sakura. She is the bravest girl I've seen. She threw away all her glorious past and started from zero. I couldn't believe how hard it was for her -to be in a foreign country, to face her weaknesses. Look where she is now. I'm really proud of her and fell in love with le sserafim more
For those wandering why there are bad rumors about skr: The stronger the light, the darker the shadow. To have more fans means to have more haters. In all her 10 years of idol career, it's impossible not to have haters and along with those are rumors. Yet, she still have a lot of long time fans throughout these 10 years and her popularity never faded. If the rumors were true, she would have not lasted long in the industry and lost a lot of her fans yet the reverse happened, she just got a lot more loyal fans - and she will even have more when she debuts again😊... ..I'm one of her new fan from produce and now I'm still waiting for her again to debut..if you're wandering why I decided to support her, it's because she's Sakura. She's self-critical, assiduous, keen, unyielding, reasonable and appealing...reading her past blogs, movie reviews, replies to fans, and quotes makes me wonder how she thinks since they hold so much truth that it hurts (uhm not really painful but you get what I mean 😊) watching her perform, how she treats her fans, how she practices, even how she plays games, and plays variety shows. All her activities/actions and her statements/words reveal her personality and mindset. After knowing all these, I decided I'll be a fan as long as she stays in the entertainment industry. (Edit) Here are some of her most iconic quotes about gender equality, homosexuality etc.: "Cooking isn't feminine, it's human. Cooking and cleaning are things that every person should be able to do, not just women" -her reply to a fan on IG story. "The world is very, very vast. The people we'll meet in our lives are just a small percentage of the people in this world. If you grow disgusted of your own world, try different environment. You'll be okay, you're not alone. The one thing I understand the most about life from here on out is to seek out people who will think about you. Conversely, be someone like that for them too. Someone who will consider others, and that will be sufficient." -her response to a fan. "There are no right or wrong to people's emotions. Dating between men or women are fine to exist, and I think that Japan needs to understand more deeply about homosexuality. From the beginning, I think that having a true relationship is loving the partner based on their ideas or life and above all things, mind/heart. Things like gender comes after. I heard that people called transgender live in a way that they are true to themselves, and they take transgender as their identity. For me as well, there just haven't been the right timing or encounter for me, and I could happen to like a woman. I think that's the same for anyone. For love, just like a trap, you don't know when and whom you will fall into. If your heart is shouting that you like a person, I think that's love no matter what." - her movie review back in 2017.
Wow, the reason I support her is almost the same as you. I've been a fan of many Idols but not such in long term like I stan her. I don't know why and I've never meet her but I feel like she is the real Idol that I ever knew. If you have other name that feel like a real Idol please let me know. I would to know too.
@@raygin6581 this is what people said, “you can just remember the bad one even the good will be forgotten and everyone will being blind and deaf”. I will explained this for those that being hanging. Sakura DIDN’T do fatshaming after all and it’s already happened like 6-7 years ago if im not mistaken. It just people especially outside JAPAN claimed and misunderstood Sakura’s tweet to that girl. The girl that Sakura’s tweet before is MERU TASHIMA. She also part of AKB48. Can you imagine right now on what age they do tweet this and everyone bring it up just to hate her and misleading her words in tweets? Tsk. She said “the clothes will burst as she also want to laugh”. Yow, idk where the fatshaming was when actually the dress that Tashima wearing indeed like a ball. It’s not because her body but THE DRESS. But everyone assumed that she said Tashima is fat (?) tf with everyone’s brain. And idk why but no one realized that Sakura and Tashima also have a selfie together when Sakura’s graduation🤷🏻♀️ Sakura even posted in her story in that day. BUT EVERYONE IGNORED IT AS IT DIDNT HAPPEN and JUST REMEMBER THE PAST, like move on everyone!
@@ND-kh5yw as to add from my words, you can search the source in everywhere but me i already followed Sakura since I love Sashihara in HKT before. Believe or not, but Sakura is still innocence
she's like those anime main characters that aren't very talented, yet has the resilience and the resolve to never give up. Always rooting for you, top japanese g ❤️
Why am i still crying this after all this time. She did so well with Fearless, i cant believe im watching the person. I REALLY hope HYBE/SOURCE takes good care of her.✋❤
I find it amazing that she's aware and realy wants to improve herself, So that she can be a better idol.Thats why i Want Iz*one to sing live, doesn't matter if people will find it bad. I just want to hear how much she improved.
Sakura is so amazing and talented. Sure, when in produce she lacked but she worked so hard to turn her life around and debut in korea and she was successful. I’m so glad she came to produce and debuted in Izone cuz if she didnt we wouldnt know about her and now I honestly cant imagine my life without stanning her.
I actually wish she didn't leave HKT48 like I known her before she even joined the Produce 101 and i enjoyed watching her in variety show like people really should know that korean and japanese idols are completely different. If u see a japanese idols they're more on fan service and giving you joy with their songs and performing their best on stage. I like Japanese idols because u get to see their beginning their failures and success and I really like that it's like as a fan you feel that you are part of her journey and japanese idols touch a lot of hearts during all those years. Sometimes it's not about having talents as a dancer or singer but it's about how much can you spread your joy to people by performing your best on stage. Japanese idols is really good at that. I mean it's my opinion.
Ur message is that kpop idols Don ttry their bets on the stage then?? Why do they train for over 13 hrs a day and put their heart and soul and work so hard to perform literal art on stage to show people their talent and worth. Kpop idols do not literally put themselves through hell to create those amazing and insane shows and performances and work so hard for u to slander them like this. If kpop fans did not realise how hard their faves work and admire their and talent and skills or watching their faces performances and listen to their music because etheur literally saved them from depression and made their lives happier they wouldn't be trying to return their faves hard work by trying to make them a global success. Japanese idols are just comedians who put up acts and kpop idols are real artists who put a lot meaning and hardwork in to perfect their craft. I would much rather watch someone see the fruit of their labour then someone who is just their for fun. Its like like working at an office or ur job and u try ur hardest for a promotion, u sty over hours and compete all work and make sure the quality of ur work is perfect but the ur coworker next to u who slack and doesn't work as hard is praised and promoted instead of u. See the flaw in ur logic?
@@yxnotmin9814 first of all ur that's ur opinion and second I didn't say that kpop idols should be put down and not be recognized for their hardwork because they deserve it and wt u doin towards japanese idols is putting them down and even it they didn't train the same as kpop idols don't ever insult someone hardwork and thinking wt they doin is easy and I like Kpop than Jpop (as u can see I have kpop idol pfp) but I see things differently. Some kpop groups have been so overwork that they don't really enjoy being onstage anymore and that the difference between Japanese idols like Akb48 that u will see them having so much fun that u want to be with them and how carefree they are on stage but kpop groups is still good as well with their performance, Both industry still have space for improvement :)
She's honestly a very hard working person, the improvement from all the way back to hkt48 yo now lesserafim it's just so insane and good to see, i hope her career is always on a good path she deserves it
Wow I feel so bad for her. Imagine being in a group for 7 years and watching people who only trained for a year be so good. I can't image how bad she felt thinking she wasnt good enough. Also she ranked 2nd but the votes were manipulated to she should have been 1st and the center. No hate to wonyoung by the way*
I love how Sakura blends so well with Le Sserafim and she's my bias. I actually didn't watch Produce48 and this video makes a lot of sense to why Sakura is so kind to everyone and down to earth to everything. I got tears watching this video 😭 I'm glad that she got more confident and happy now! ❤ we love you Sakura
she is my bias. Not because she is talented and pretty more than that after watching her i get motivation. I m like if she has this inferior feeling still she never gave up and worked hard and had gone through that phase while me who has the same problem cries at every step. i want to be like her. strong and tough still the kindest. i want to overcome this feeling just like she did.
and now she proves it at Le Sserafim! Sakura really shines in Le Sserafim, no manipulation of her there, I'm so happy and proud of her!! I saw myself in Sakura. I always get the highest rank but right now I feel unworthy of it because I see around me nowadays there are many people who are born with great talent. Seeing Sakura really motivates me to come back even when I fall down again and againㅠㅠ
this made me cry fr, cos she is the epitome of not giving up on your dreams. She kept on pushing and pushing even though she might think she was not the best in all of the trainees. I am so happy for this woman and for where she is now. I know she has a lot to offer. Vocal wise she can still improve and she just have to know what pitch and style she sounds better and comfortable. I know she has so much potential. I hope she will never lose that confidence and determination inside of her. More powers Miyawaki Sakura!
I really love her personallity. I didn't like her at first because I thought she was just visuals, but I became a fan when I got to know her better and saw how she improved!
Watching this after I just watched their 2nd comeback made me in so much tears. She really worked hard from the bottom and she has a very strong mindset! We stan Sakura! 🌸
seeing sakura talk and cry about not feeling good enough brought me to tears . i feel like that so often and seeing someone so amazing feel the same is so inspiring i love her sm
Almost of Japan idols have cute concept, and don't have dance move as much as Korean Idols. Its okey if they don't have much move in dance, but yeah, if they join Korean survival its look like less than Korean trainee. I still Amaze if look Sakura in Izone now, she improve so much and I proud of her
Just in case, anyone doesn't know here is a bit of information about AKB and Sakura. AKB does minimal training for their girls. Often dances are taught by the captains and more seasoned members. No real further training is provided by the company. For much of the years AKB had a "contest" much like produce 48. Actually, produce 101 is said to be inspired by their annual contest. The contest determined who would be on the singles, the top team, and so on. Voting was done not by phone, but by purchases of their merch, handshakes, and so on (like points for Korean shows like M countdown). Right before the filming of produce 48, was this contest (or election). Sakura had been pushed for many years to be the Ace of her branch of AKB. The voting for the election that year was super close and Sakura was expected to be high and she got 3rd place. She was a bit upset at not being 1st and then the 1st place winner told her if Sakura didn't become a better dancer AKB would fail. So Sakura's nerves were a bit frays right before this show. Now she is in Le Sserafim, supported by her company and killing it.
She's the sole reason I watched Produce48, i love her 😍😍😍 i would really like to see her perform soon again and tell people that she can be whatever she wanna be. Hehehe ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Jpop idol training is a different beast compared to Kpop. For her to make that jump and finally debut in an amazing group and under a good label (sub label to BigHit), that’s huge! Man I’m proud of her. 🥹
I feel so bad she’s never felt like she’s good enough for anything but she tries to prove to herself everyday by taking on tough challenges. I feel even in Les she sometimes still doubts her talents especially when knets are always harassing her. I really hope Sakura continues to prove everyone wrong and prove to herself she is the best x
Today, she is so confident! She has really worked hard and is confident in her skills. I’m so proud to see it. I very much respect her hard work and perseverance, it is very inspiring ❤
Im so proud of you Sakura you're the reason why youre my bias right now, ive seen your growth everyone is definitely proud of you for going this far we love you 💖
Proud of how far Sakura has been until this day. Even I can't believe Sakura in Le Sserafim is still the same Sakura of IZ*ONE, of Produce 48, even of HKT48 seeing how much she improved. Congratulations on your first comeback with Le Sserafim, Sakura. We will always support you!!! ANYWAY GUYSSSSS LET'S STREAM ANTIFRAGILE BY LE SSERAFIM HARDER. LET'S MAKE SAKURA PROUD :)
I really feel for this girl, and all she’s endured throughout her career. From being exploited at a young age to xenophobia, yet she continues working hard because she has a passion for music and dance that feels very genuine.
she battled through horrible xenophobia, constrictive beauty standards, tiring working hours, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with it all just to be the sakura we know and love today, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't honour the girl she was, even today. we love you sakura - always and forever
The phonecall with her mum where she said “Please pick up mum,” made me wanna cry idk what I would do without my mum 😭😭😭
If I'm not mistaken, Her parents divorce and she stay with her mom and little brother.
I saw this comment when the scene started. I started crying too along with her
i cried at that part😭😭😭
Me neither... My mum means the world to me😭
@@hwangkito I never said anything about her father but ok..
Look at her now with debut with LE SSERAFIM. She has so much improved and full with confidence. Inspiration !
Aahh rewatching this now hits so different. Makes me feel so proud of her for how hard she's worked to improve and far she's come.
She was crying even in the documentary about people saying she is a bad singer...I felt like crying when she was talking about that she really improved a lot
She killed on Antifragile
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sakura saying sorry for being the center makes me cry when she obviously nailed being center ;--;
ikr,,, tbh my pick is Gaeun and watching Sakura say sorry I just can't,,, my heart ached
It's the culture difference. Even though she did well in produce 48. Nets gave her shit because it wasn't the one they wanted to be center. So she had to reject her achievement and say sorry to the masses. Very common in both K idol and J idol industry. Is right fuck no it is not; but again we can't do anything about it. It's something their society is going have to fix themselves. All we can do in the west is support them.
@@jame254 why didn’t they want her to be the center ?
Let’s be honest, she was not THAT good in the center position but she WAS iconic in the center position
She is humble, many do not know what they are worth or how talented they are.
Wow to have this self reflection and realize you're not good enough and have the guts to start again everything when you're not obligated to is very brave. Sakura has a strong mindset she's admirable
something that immediately got my attention with her, was that she chose to do Black Angel as her audition song. Sakura has a solo song that she performs, she's done it to huge crowds and it shows her vocals well. There's a cute dance and it shows her stage presence. But she chose to do black angel a song designed for 3 singers not one, and made a dance for it. She went into this so willing to improve her skills and wanting to reach for the very best. It put me in her corner from the beginning.
@@callmeyourdai5y518 yesss I noticed it too, i'm glad she challenged herself like that, her mindset is really cool. Do you know if she came with the choreo herself? The change in the choreo surprised me the most
@@Velsterful I believe she did. It's not the choreos for the original and I don't see her having the resources to get someone to do it for her. I havent got any source other than reddit tho
Sakura has always pushed the boundaries on her limits Sadly nets still give her shit.
@@callmeyourdai5y518 And she always chose songs that are out of her comfort zone, the reason being she wanted to challenge herself and improve.
the fact that she knows that she's not that great enough in korea is like a message. she did her best to be great for them but she is still being hated being the center of nekkeoya but she actually did well. and the fact that she is improving is good. i hope the following comebacks of iz*one will give the haters the message that she deserves to be in her place rn
SECRET STORY OF THE SWAN ERA IS SAKURA'S ERA HER DANCE IMPROVE SO MUCH THAT SHE EVEN GOT CHOOSE TO DANCE THE DANCEBREAK 😭👌🏻
@@syrinemaytorres2057 ikr!! when i first saw her on the dancebreak i feel so proud 😭
@Banana Derp yes im agree with you.She is the real center of Izone
Even shes not a center but my eyes caught her first time when i watch this show and my mind telling me shes the center of the girl group even she s not.
It didn't help her case even further when the vote rigging scandal took place. In the actual results she was 1st place, but the producers added much more votes to Wonyoung (no hate, just spitting facts).
Sakura getting an A really helped all the Japanese members really boost both their confidence and work ethic. Without Sakura getting an A I’m sure the Japanese members would have severe inferiority complexes and have difficulty getting past their troubles. Hence everyone should be thanking Sakura for being the Superman for the Japanese idols
사실 한국 연습생들과 일본 연습생들간에 실력 차이는 더 심했어요. 프로그램 제작자들이 한국과 일본이 분리가 되어서는 안된다고 생각했기때문에 일본인들 중 가장 인기가 많았던 사쿠라를 a class에 넣었습니다.
Exactly
Lol, what superman ? Before sakura there's takeuchi miyu got an A for she's abilities in sing and re-writer the song.. Please watch prod48 first
@@han-xn7bbdont forget that takeuchi miyu got an A too before sakura
I'm actually scared to watch this show because I know for a fact I'm just going to cry over the Japanese trainees thinking they're not good enough.
Yess rupaul
Actually the show is nice. In the long run, some Japanese idols there showed amazing improvements. Not only that, this season shows great camaraderie towards each other and how other Japanese trainees are very humble as well. Sakura-chan in the show is very inspiring since she showed that she challenged herself in many styles and did great. I recommend you to watch it~
@@banana.potato I don’t think they should watch it because mnet really has done the Japanese trainees dirty and with all the evil editings and weird rankings it’s kinda a waste of time especially when you already know what’s going to happened
@@guinnmyahslaysstaymad I actually watched produce 48 blind going into it, knowing nothing. I was like confused how Sakura didnt get #1 and Gaeun wasnt in the lineup
I'm watching it ATM, the first 3 episodes are HEARTBREAKING.
And now look at her on the “Secret Story of the Swan” she is part of the dance break team on front line with Lee Chaeyeon by her side she has improved so much I’m really so so proud of her
Ssots really showed us that Kkura kept her promise~
She is worth the hopes and votes.
Improved vocal
Cute when she raps in " see you again "
Dance break along chaeyeon and eunbi
Her visual supremacy
crying bc of this
I'm not a fan of her but damn this girl is so humble.
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"Korean artists are well respected, even in Japan, but I felt like Japanese idol singers are nothing outside Japan."
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Drake Roneale Castillo-Panlaqui it’s kind of true. But that’s not because of the artists themselves. Japan’s entire entertainment scene is very enclosed. Besides anime, not much people consume Japanese entertainment. E.g. J-dramas are pretty hard to find outside of Japan, J-pop/J-rock has some exceptions but the vast majority of music produced isn’t consumed outside of Japan.
It's because Korea markets their music outside Korea but Japan doesn't. In reality despite many restrictions,there are many Japanese artists respected outside Japan.
I mean, their training is different, Kpop idols are trained while J-idols have to find their own abilities on her own
@sitinur fatihah korean music and entertainment is just far more modern and appealing to everyone than japanese stuff.. japanese idols are low barrier for talent and their just to do the bare minimum and look cute.. they are pretty much nothing compared to kpop idols who are well oiled machines.. obviously japanese can be just as talented.. its just the market there doesn't care for talent in idols.. and the barrier for singing ability in korea is inferior to western artist who are pure talent and barely care about looks
@@바보Queen nah, Koreans are just eager to sell their entertainment products outside the country , while Japanese aren’t that eager. Thats all
7 years experience as idols and she still humble and willing to learn
even now ppl think of her and she thinks of herself as a rookie even though itts been 12 years since her debut
Sakura is really an ace of jpop idol. In those times that other japanese trainee are getting lower grades, keep on doubting and losing their confidence (because of cultural deffirence and skills gap of jpop and kpop) she stands bravely to show that japanese can do it to if they want to. She didnt dance and sing well compare to koreans but her presence and determination really inspire other japanese trainee. I love her dedication to his group and her passion to learn more.
I can actually feel that she has a very big burden and also other idols
News: after izone disband sakura will Join big hit entertainment
@@user-by5gh9yt7v the actual shit
@@johnvermintide mm
@@johnvermintide bh will make a jpop girl group in Japan
@@karipan4380 named Tokyo48
Sakura is a japanese idol. Japanese idols are entertainers.
They are very talented when it comes to entertainment.
But it's sad people think that all japanese artists are idols.
Japan has their own set of extremely talented artists and we should know that in Japan, idols and artists are two completely different things.
They don't mix those two type of entertainers.
It's not that all japanese idols don't have talent in singing and dancing but they don't focus on that.
They can be good if they train properely but that's not what people expect from them.
I wish one day korean producers would do a survival show like produce and invite LDH artists from Japan.
Produce LDH for example. LDH artists are extremely talented and people would see that Japan is on another level when it comes to music and dance.
Asakura Samuel i heard about that once, people said Sakura wasn't good enough like Jurina and that she wasn't capable to make a good and stable performance, but she still trying and gave all her best :(
Kpop isn't only about idols either. Many different genres and artists exist in Kpop. Jpop idols like AKB and HKT panders to primarily Otaku fan base. Artistic refinement really isn't the focus for Jpop idol bands. That's why Jpop idol contents do not do well compared to Kpop idol bands. Even for I'zone, Sakura, Nako, and Hitomi were shocked to see how much their fanbase changed from 20something to 40 plus males to mostly teenage girls who looks up to them and want to be like them. And their fanbase immediately expanded to outside Korea and Japan even playing in venues that are much bigger.
The key difference here is standard. While Japanese idols are about the amateurish girls next door that older male audience will cheer them on like their cute next door girls, Kpop idols are about professionalism and finesse.
Jpop wasn't always like this. But it seems to pander only to the Japanese market and specific audience. That's not a good thing.
Maybe JYP heard your wish and see your comment
ɬҳɬ_키 큰 아이*꧂ thats the longest comment ive seen so far
@ɬҳɬ_키 큰 아이*꧂ jpop idols>K-pop artists.
Sakura’s tenacity is something. That’s one trait that others don’t have or cease to have. She always want to improve herself.
Sakura is an amazing girl. No one can disagree with that. She was already popular in Japan being one of the Kami7 and high ranking member but she choose to go to Korea to learn and improve her singing and dancing abilities. She knew the consequences that comes with her going on Pd48. But still she went through because she wants to improve and do her best for her fans. She's the most humble and kindest person ever. She had always think she was never good enough thus why she continue to challenge herself and that's very incredible of her. But I want sakura to know that her fans no matter new or old, we will always stand by her because we idolise her not only because of her skills but also because of her outstanding personality💖
She is amazing. I just watch produce 48 today and found out how really cool sakura is. The first episode shows how shock the japanese trainee in the idol system of korea. Their keep on getting lower grades and losing their confidence. It so amazing that there is sakura who stand their ground as jpop idol and show that they can be better too if they want to. Though i think that sakura should give B on that episode. I am glad the panel gave her "A". Maybe too boost the japanese morale too because that episode is really harsh and too much for them.
@Mi chael That's where I first found out about sakura too. I was just browsing through my TV channels and stay and watched her audition as shown in the clip and was instantly mesmerised. I need to make it clear that I was never interested in kpop or jpop before just listened to few (rarely thou) popular kpop music. But watching her made me instantly stan her. It might be true in terms of skills (dancing and singing) she might have gotten B in the first evaluation but being an idol doesn't simply meant being skillful in those 2 aspects only, 1 thing Hongki said is that she was born with star quality and I think she really deserved the A because with just 1 episode she managed to attract alot of fans which shows her charismatic aura. That's not something any idol can have but she does and that's what makes her different and more outstanding. And yes the Japanese idol was baffled with the Korean training system and how different their skill were but whats interesting about the Japanese idol is that they have fun while performing and did they very best no matter what (and its refreshing to see that). I'm grateful someone felt the same too cause she's been through soo much and she works hard too 💖
@@annmarieann3798 i agree. The japanese trainee really work hard because the koreans are ahead of them in terms of skills. I love jpop idols even before the first kpop idol rise globally. And before i was really wondering why jpop girl group like morning musume dont dance well and produce 48 episode 1 answer it. Sakura's determination gains my respect most among the trainee. And i am going to root for her now. 😊
But to be honest. Though some jpop idols are just dance in basic i still love them because they are fun to watch. They are really charming and lovely cause they enjoy what they do. Compare to brutal world of kpop that mentally and physically exhausting.
@Mi chael yup that's one of the unique trait of jpop. Jpop songs have those happy and relaxing feelings to it because japanese idol focus more on entertaining their fans. And welcome new saku fan 💕Let's support her forever 🌹🌸
This aged well.
It warmed my heart to see her debut once again in lsfm, full of confidence and charisma.
“It was a reality check for me and it made me angry. Hence, all I’m thinking now is to show people that the Japanese people can also do a good job.”
This is why she got an A. The judges said they could see fire in her eyes and it was from the anger that fueled her. Seeing where she is now is so inspiring. Stay strong, Sakura 💗
Always have been curious why Sakura ranked the highest during produce and keeps seeing her name on soc med. This is the first time I searched for her myself and yes, i understand now. She really is lovely and admirable. Hope she debuts again.
She will debut in hybe.
She debuted! In Le Sserafim!
And she will comeback this month on 17th, let support her and the group too.
Woooo I might just come back to hear Kpop again because of her, so inspiringgg!! Made me realize why I shouldn’t give up in so many things including dance:))
and now she’s a member of one of the biggest girl groups today
The best thing about Sakura is she knew what her weak points are, and she kept trying and trying, and she still knows it, and keep trying, Now in LE SSERAFIM, you can see her how much she is shining, she is an all-rounder now. She can sing well, dance well. When she is in the centre the group looks very powerful & impactful. People may think she is greedy to be an idol, she is greedy for the spotlight, but no! Sakura is actually greedy to be a perfect one. And her this mature mind never let her stop from trying. Even with a very opposit & strong image in LE SSERAFIM than Izone she is shining like a star, proving herself to be the one who can shine anywhere.
Coming back to this video after the lesserafim documentary. she’s really strong willed and improved so much. she worked from the bottom up in korea and it makes me so proud as someone who has been a fan for quite a while now. She really deserves all the love in the world. Love you sakura 🥹🥹💓💓
I hope she realizes now that she is worthy of her idol star status and acknowledges her own talents and how charming she is.
Sakura is the bravest, she fights for herself and for the other trainees, I'm definitely gonna stan
It made me emotional after watching this. Sakura is so relatable. There are times that I also feel the same as her. Most of the time, you think you're doing your absolute best but you're being self-critical about it because you feel like it's not enough. Seeing her transformation with Le Sserafim makes me so proud and happy!
You guys I don't know but Sakura is legendary and she's just amazing no one can change my mind
I wouldn't say she has an inferiority complex, because that is a negative flaw, where you continuously consider others as better than you even though it isn't true (and you don't really try to change that, because you think no matter how hard you work you'll always be inferior). Sakura is incredibly humble, she knew about her shortcomings and worked on them to improve herself, she always listened to criticism, and never relaxed herself even when praised. She does lack confidence and it was really amazing to see her become more and more confident as the show moved on. She was my favorite from day 1 and seeing everything she's achieved so far is very heartwarming.
Came back here when LE SSERAFIM is about to make their first comeback. And I must say, Sakura is one of the most memorable story of Produce series.
i love ur pfp! gen 7 is my fav ❤
She's humble even after everything. Sakura works so hard to prove herself , so sweet.
It's not that she has inferiority complex she just has a humble heart and passion towards her art and dedication to improve herself and her ability truly an admirable person
Watching this again now and reflecting on her time in HKT48, Produce 48, IZONE and now being in Le Sserafim makes me cry. Sakura felt like for the first 7 years of her career she was stunted and not worthy of the love she recieved, and she took hold of the Produce 48 opportunity to improve. Now she's an incredible vocalist and dancer who has come so far since this video. Sakura deserves all the love she gets and more
But Sakura, we are all proud of you. You started with many disadvantages. Being a little bit older and the fact that it's harder to learn a dance to the level Koreans learn it, along with going to a foreign nation with its language barrier and different style for what is considered 'talent'. You had to overcome a lot of obstacles and disappointments. But you were a warrior - you never gave up but set your heart to do well...and you succeeded. You are an inspiration to all Japanese girls who will come after you, giving them inspiration that there is hope to accomplish their dreams when all seems impossible. Many girls from Japan will have you to use as inspiration to help them reach their dreams. Well done! Rooting for you. Fighting!
Even now you can see how hard she works. She keeps getting better and better. Her career matters a lot to her. I know a lot of people think she’s lacking. But what I like about her and continue to be inspired about her is how hard she works. She felt she wasn’t good enough and instead of running away, she keeps working at it. She keeps working. I want to be like that
MY FOREVER CENTER TILL END
I hope sakura, nako and hitomi stay remind with 48 groups after they back there. I can't imagine how we will throwback izone's time after disband😭😭
Sakura teaches us perseverance and endurance. No matter how long it takes, don’t give up. ❤
That last scene tho, GAEUN NEEDS HER BREAK DON'T WASTE HER YEARS SOMEBODY SCOUT HER
i Believe GAEUN would not have been suited for IZ*ONE but defininetly she will be scouted by another company now shes a free agent, she has alot of potential even as a solo artist . :)
@@TonyD-UK I agree! Thats probably why the rigged it along with Han Chowon bc the group chemistry will be bad (similar to Rocket Girls from PD101 China)
@@heeheehee2238 can you tell me about rocket girls, how is it similar?
@@MelanieCC05 For Rocket Girls, the girls were too different to be deemed as an "ideal" girl group, so just from looking at them side by side, they had no synergy. The group was too diverse so it clashed. Nothing is wrong with it, but people tend tp prefer groups that naturally look good nobody outshines the other
@@heeheehee2238 I mean I could see that cuz u want a group that works well together. U can be the most skilled in something but not fit in a specific group well due to maybe personality which is fine
sakura has been my kpop ult for almost four years now and even before getting into kpop ,, i supported her in akb48 and i am just so proud of her
she has worked so hard and it shows!! she has improved so much and i am so happy to see her get so much more recognition and love ☹️💗
I totally agree. I'm in shocked google her background
I cried while watching this old clip of sakura. She is the bravest girl I've seen. She threw away all her glorious past and started from zero. I couldn't believe how hard it was for her -to be in a foreign country, to face her weaknesses. Look where she is now. I'm really proud of her and fell in love with le sserafim more
Wow... She improved a whole lot.... now she has loads of confidence in Le SSerafim. Gosh, this woman is a real fighter.
For those wandering why there are bad rumors about skr:
The stronger the light, the darker the shadow.
To have more fans means to have more haters.
In all her 10 years of idol career, it's impossible not to have haters and along with those are rumors. Yet, she still have a lot of long time fans throughout these 10 years and her popularity never faded. If the rumors were true, she would have not lasted long in the industry and lost a lot of her fans yet the reverse happened, she just got a lot more loyal fans - and she will even have more when she debuts again😊...
..I'm one of her new fan from produce and now I'm still waiting for her again to debut..if you're wandering why I decided to support her, it's because she's Sakura. She's self-critical, assiduous, keen, unyielding, reasonable and appealing...reading her past blogs, movie reviews, replies to fans, and quotes makes me wonder how she thinks since they hold so much truth that it hurts (uhm not really painful but you get what I mean 😊) watching her perform, how she treats her fans, how she practices, even how she plays games, and plays variety shows. All her activities/actions and her statements/words reveal her personality and mindset. After knowing all these, I decided I'll be a fan as long as she stays in the entertainment industry.
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Here are some of her most iconic quotes about gender equality, homosexuality etc.:
"Cooking isn't feminine, it's human. Cooking and cleaning are things that every person should be able to do, not just women" -her reply to a fan on IG story.
"The world is very, very vast. The people we'll meet in our lives are just a small percentage of the people in this world. If you grow disgusted of your own world, try different environment. You'll be okay, you're not alone. The one thing I understand the most about life from here on out is to seek out people who will think about you. Conversely, be someone like that for them too. Someone who will consider others, and that will be sufficient." -her response to a fan.
"There are no right or wrong to people's emotions. Dating between men or women are fine to exist, and I think that Japan needs to understand more deeply about homosexuality. From the beginning, I think that having a true relationship is loving the partner based on their ideas or life and above all things, mind/heart. Things like gender comes after. I heard that people called transgender live in a way that they are true to themselves, and they take transgender as their identity. For me as well, there just haven't been the right timing or encounter for me, and I could happen to like a woman. I think that's the same for anyone. For love, just like a trap, you don't know when and whom you will fall into. If your heart is shouting that you like a person, I think that's love no matter what." - her movie review back in 2017.
Wow, the reason I support her is almost the same as you. I've been a fan of many Idols but not such in long term like I stan her. I don't know why and I've never meet her but I feel like she is the real Idol that I ever knew.
If you have other name that feel like a real Idol please let me know. I would to know too.
Some of it arent rumors but facts. Like the tweet of her fatshaming another hkt member
@@raygin6581 oh no what did she do dude
@@raygin6581 this is what people said, “you can just remember the bad one even the good will be forgotten and everyone will being blind and deaf”. I will explained this for those that being hanging. Sakura DIDN’T do fatshaming after all and it’s already happened like 6-7 years ago if im not mistaken. It just people especially outside JAPAN claimed and misunderstood Sakura’s tweet to that girl. The girl that Sakura’s tweet before is MERU TASHIMA. She also part of AKB48. Can you imagine right now on what age they do tweet this and everyone bring it up just to hate her and misleading her words in tweets? Tsk. She said “the clothes will burst as she also want to laugh”. Yow, idk where the fatshaming was when actually the dress that Tashima wearing indeed like a ball. It’s not because her body but THE DRESS. But everyone assumed that she said Tashima is fat (?) tf with everyone’s brain. And idk why but no one realized that Sakura and Tashima also have a selfie together when Sakura’s graduation🤷🏻♀️ Sakura even posted in her story in that day. BUT EVERYONE IGNORED IT AS IT DIDNT HAPPEN and JUST REMEMBER THE PAST, like move on everyone!
@@ND-kh5yw as to add from my words, you can search the source in everywhere but me i already followed Sakura since I love Sashihara in HKT before. Believe or not, but Sakura is still innocence
and now she is a GOD in LE SSERAFIM
Sakura development is extraordinary. her is a real idol
Back when she was not fluent in korean, now she is just like a korean
she's like those anime main characters that aren't very talented, yet has the resilience and the resolve to never give up. Always rooting for you, top japanese g ❤️
Sakuras story breaks my heart i never knew this😭😭
Why am i still crying this after all this time. She did so well with Fearless, i cant believe im watching the person. I REALLY hope HYBE/SOURCE takes good care of her.✋❤
Kudos to her bravery and ambition. As a high ranking member of Jpop Idol band, this was taking a risk. Well, it paid off. Fortunes for the bold.
My pretty Kkura, you've come so far😭
Sakura deserves everything!! She has improved so much over time. She really is hardworking
I find it amazing that she's aware and realy wants to improve herself, So that she can be a better idol.Thats why i Want Iz*one to sing live, doesn't matter if people will find it bad. I just want to hear how much she improved.
Sakura is so amazing and talented. Sure, when in produce she lacked but she worked so hard to turn her life around and debut in korea and she was successful. I’m so glad she came to produce and debuted in Izone cuz if she didnt we wouldnt know about her and now I honestly cant imagine my life without stanning her.
I actually wish she didn't leave HKT48 like I known her before she even joined the Produce 101 and i enjoyed watching her in variety show like people really should know that korean and japanese idols are completely different. If u see a japanese idols they're more on fan service and giving you joy with their songs and performing their best on stage. I like Japanese idols because u get to see their beginning their failures and success and I really like that it's like as a fan you feel that you are part of her journey and japanese idols touch a lot of hearts during all those years. Sometimes it's not about having talents as a dancer or singer but it's about how much can you spread your joy to people by performing your best on stage. Japanese idols is really good at that. I mean it's my opinion.
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
She didn't leave HKT48, she is on "a break". When IZ*One disbands she will go back to her activities in Japan (unless she chooses to graduate).
Ur message is that kpop idols Don ttry their bets on the stage then?? Why do they train for over 13 hrs a day and put their heart and soul and work so hard to perform literal art on stage to show people their talent and worth. Kpop idols do not literally put themselves through hell to create those amazing and insane shows and performances and work so hard for u to slander them like this. If kpop fans did not realise how hard their faves work and admire their and talent and skills or watching their faces performances and listen to their music because etheur literally saved them from depression and made their lives happier they wouldn't be trying to return their faves hard work by trying to make them a global success. Japanese idols are just comedians who put up acts and kpop idols are real artists who put a lot meaning and hardwork in to perfect their craft. I would much rather watch someone see the fruit of their labour then someone who is just their for fun. Its like like working at an office or ur job and u try ur hardest for a promotion, u sty over hours and compete all work and make sure the quality of ur work is perfect but the ur coworker next to u who slack and doesn't work as hard is praised and promoted instead of u. See the flaw in ur logic?
@@yxnotmin9814 first of all ur that's ur opinion and second I didn't say that kpop idols should be put down and not be recognized for their hardwork because they deserve it and wt u doin towards japanese idols is putting them down and even it they didn't train the same as kpop idols don't ever insult someone hardwork and thinking wt they doin is easy and I like Kpop than Jpop (as u can see I have kpop idol pfp) but I see things differently. Some kpop groups have been so overwork that they don't really enjoy being onstage anymore and that the difference between Japanese idols like Akb48 that u will see them having so much fun that u want to be with them and how carefree they are on stage but kpop groups is still good as well with their performance, Both industry still have space for improvement :)
what a great comment. I agree with you 10000%
And now I realised why she and Chaeyeon clicked. They almost have the same personality, very humble.
Sakura is really committed to her dream.
She's honestly a very hard working person, the improvement from all the way back to hkt48 yo now lesserafim it's just so insane and good to see, i hope her career is always on a good path she deserves it
1:27 actually because of sakura,a lot of kpoppers is actually become fan of 48g and jpop in general
Wow I feel so bad for her. Imagine being in a group for 7 years and watching people who only trained for a year be so good. I can't image how bad she felt thinking she wasnt good enough. Also she ranked 2nd but the votes were manipulated to she should have been 1st and the center. No hate to wonyoung by the way*
crying my ass off n i don't even stan the girl lmao. cutie she's super honest n ofc overly humble in this.
I love how Sakura blends so well with Le Sserafim and she's my bias. I actually didn't watch Produce48 and this video makes a lot of sense to why Sakura is so kind to everyone and down to earth to everything. I got tears watching this video 😭 I'm glad that she got more confident and happy now! ❤ we love you Sakura
If only this Sakura knew what the future would look like for her! She should be proud!
咲良は努力の人。それを日本の視聴者よりも海外の視聴者達の方が良く理解してくれている。
Sakira is a person of hard work. Overseas viewers understand this better than Japanese viewers.
i have much more respect for her after watching this video. she probably cried at least a litre of tears on her journey to Le sserafim.
she is my bias. Not because she is talented and pretty more than that after watching her i get motivation. I m like if she has this inferior feeling still she never gave up and worked hard and had gone through that phase while me who has the same problem cries at every step. i want to be like her. strong and tough still the kindest. i want to overcome this feeling just like she did.
5:05 She's so soft😭
😢Sakura Cries
😢😢I cry
😢😢😢We all cry
When Sakura cries 😢
I cri Everytim #icrieverytim
😢
And look at you now, Sakura. You’ve improved a lot since debuting in IZ*ONE and currently in LE SSERAFIM! We are so proud of you!
and now she proves it at Le Sserafim! Sakura really shines in Le Sserafim, no manipulation of her there, I'm so happy and proud of her!! I saw myself in Sakura. I always get the highest rank but right now I feel unworthy of it because I see around me nowadays there are many people who are born with great talent. Seeing Sakura really motivates me to come back even when I fall down again and againㅠㅠ
bro im cryin ?? youtube recommendations got me like:
THE GIRL COMFORTING HER AT THE END even though they were competing against eachother is so sweet
She went to support them at their Flame Rises show in Seoul last month too, full circle ❣
@@carolynp552 how cute!!
this made me cry fr, cos she is the epitome of not giving up on your dreams. She kept on pushing and pushing even though she might think she was not the best in all of the trainees. I am so happy for this woman and for where she is now. I know she has a lot to offer. Vocal wise she can still improve and she just have to know what pitch and style she sounds better and comfortable. I know she has so much potential. I hope she will never lose that confidence and determination inside of her. More powers Miyawaki Sakura!
I really love her personallity. I didn't like her at first because I thought she was just visuals, but I became a fan when I got to know her better and saw how she improved!
the “please pick up the phone mom” makes me cry
Watching this after I just watched their 2nd comeback made me in so much tears. She really worked hard from the bottom and she has a very strong mindset! We stan Sakura! 🌸
After seeing this, I have a newfound respect and admiration for her tenacity.
when she say mama please answer the phone call..im fucking crying..damn it..can feel her feeling that time 😭😭😭😭😭
seeing sakura talk and cry about not feeling good enough brought me to tears . i feel like that so often and seeing someone so amazing feel the same is so inspiring i love her sm
日本人として誇りに思います。感動をありがとう
Almost of Japan idols have cute concept, and don't have dance move as much as Korean Idols. Its okey if they don't have much move in dance, but yeah, if they join Korean survival its look like less than Korean trainee. I still Amaze if look Sakura in Izone now, she improve so much and I proud of her
If u look at their old days...they have song like UZA ...the dance is hard and Sakura was in there
Just in case, anyone doesn't know here is a bit of information about AKB and Sakura.
AKB does minimal training for their girls. Often dances are taught by the captains and more seasoned members. No real further training is provided by the company.
For much of the years AKB had a "contest" much like produce 48. Actually, produce 101 is said to be inspired by their annual contest. The contest determined who would be on the singles, the top team, and so on. Voting was done not by phone, but by purchases of their merch, handshakes, and so on (like points for Korean shows like M countdown).
Right before the filming of produce 48, was this contest (or election). Sakura had been pushed for many years to be the Ace of her branch of AKB. The voting for the election that year was super close and Sakura was expected to be high and she got 3rd place. She was a bit upset at not being 1st and then the 1st place winner told her if Sakura didn't become a better dancer AKB would fail. So Sakura's nerves were a bit frays right before this show.
Now she is in Le Sserafim, supported by her company and killing it.
She was my fav during the show. She wasnt perfect but she felt so real, humble and hardworking
She's the sole reason I watched Produce48, i love her 😍😍😍 i would really like to see her perform soon again and tell people that she can be whatever she wanna be. Hehehe ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Jpop idol training is a different beast compared to Kpop. For her to make that jump and finally debut in an amazing group and under a good label (sub label to BigHit), that’s huge! Man I’m proud of her. 🥹
She is honest she says what she want to say I respect her very much
4:55 😭
Sakura was born to be center of nekkoya whatever there are other members would have better ability than her
I can't believe this is the same Sakura. She is a confident queen in Lesserafim now
I feel so bad she’s never felt like she’s good enough for anything but she tries to prove to herself everyday by taking on tough challenges. I feel even in Les she sometimes still doubts her talents especially when knets are always harassing her. I really hope Sakura continues to prove everyone wrong and prove to herself she is the best x
im so proud of her... i know she’ll continue shining in the future too
Today, she is so confident! She has really worked hard and is confident in her skills. I’m so proud to see it. I very much respect her hard work and perseverance, it is very inspiring ❤
My fav girl since pd48. So proud of where you are now. Fighting!
When she was calling her mum I lost it omg
Im so proud of you Sakura you're the reason why youre my bias right now, ive seen your growth everyone is definitely proud of you for going this far we love you 💖
Sakura deserves everything for her hard work 💙💙💙
I love her sm. I remember watching Produce 48 and she was my pick. So proud of her 🥹
she's really born to be a star! 💘✨
I started crying at 5:11, im os proud of her and where she has gotten
And whe has now managed to prove that she is worthy in the K-Pop industry
Proud of how far Sakura has been until this day. Even I can't believe Sakura in Le Sserafim is still the same Sakura of IZ*ONE, of Produce 48, even of HKT48 seeing how much she improved. Congratulations on your first comeback with Le Sserafim, Sakura. We will always support you!!!
ANYWAY GUYSSSSS LET'S STREAM ANTIFRAGILE BY LE SSERAFIM HARDER. LET'S MAKE SAKURA PROUD :)
I cannot put into words the amount of respect I have for Sakura. I strive to be as passionate and hard working as her.
I really feel for this girl, and all she’s endured throughout her career. From being exploited at a young age to xenophobia, yet she continues working hard because she has a passion for music and dance that feels very genuine.
she battled through horrible xenophobia, constrictive beauty standards, tiring working hours, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with it all just to be the sakura we know and love today, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't honour the girl she was, even today. we love you sakura - always and forever