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The Mainichi
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Mainichi
What is the background music heard at some Japan polling sites?
The election for Japan's upper house will be held on July 20, and some early voters have already cast their ballots. While polling stations give the image of a quiet space where voting is conducted solemnly, classical and other music can sometimes be heard in the background. The Mainichi Shimbun briefly answers some questions readers may have about the background music played at these venues. Question: Is background music played at all polling sites during elections in Japan? Answer: Not at all sites, but some polling stations apparently play background music. During the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly election in June, for instance, social media users posted on X (formerly Twitter) about hearing background music at polling locations. Checking with election administration committees, we found that certain polling sites also played music during House of Councillors elections. Q: What kind of music is played? A: Usually, classical or instrumental music without vocals is chosen. Examples include "The Blue Danube" and "Swan Lake." Q: Why is classical music frequently used? A: Classical music is in the public domain because its copyright protection period has expired, so organizers can use it freely. Additionally, classical music helps create a calm, relaxed atmosphere. Q: Is J-Pop also played? A: Some election administration committee collections include CDs featuring "easy listening" instrumental arrangements of J-pop songs. According to the Japanese Society for Rights of Authors, Composers and Publishers (JASRAC), playing music in polling stations is allowed without special permission as long as the venue is noncommercial and admission is free. Such instrumental arrangements of popular Japanese songs might occasionally be used at polling stations. Q: Are there polling sites without background music? A: Most polling stations do not play background music. Music is usually played only in locations requiring atmosphere control, such as gyms where external noises could distract voters, or when specifically requested to help voters relax. Q: Can any kind of song be used? A: According to the administration division of the election department at Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, there are no specific guidelines or official announcements regarding background music at polling stations. However, music clearly associated with political parties or candidates must be avoided.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Casio announces XG as global ambassador for G-Shock brand
Casio Computer, has announced that it has appointed the internationally acclaimed seven-member hip hop / R&B girl group XG as the global ambassador for the G-Shock brand of shock-resistant watches . XG, consisting of members Jurin, Chisa, Hinata, Harvey, Juria, Maya and Cocona, is a hip hop / R&B girl group known for its bold music and powerful performances. The name stands for 'Xtraordinary Girls,' reflecting their commitment to empowering people from all walks of life around the world through a genre-defying style that breaks conventions. With a strong global following, especially among younger people, XG is rising as a new force in international music and culture. XG has pioneered a new music genre called 'X-Pop,' breaking away from the conventions of J-Pop and K-Pop to create a style all their own. This spirit of originality and strength closely aligns with G-Shock, a unique brand known for its toughness, shock resistance, and distinctive design — making XG a natural choice as the brand's global ambassador. To celebrate the partnership, a special website will showcase key visuals and a promotional video featuring XG. Centered around the slogan 'No Destination,' the video portrays XG boldly stepping into a new world with G-Shock, expressing the strength to shape one's future without fear or hesitation. Art direction came from Yar with the creative team led by Yoshirotten delivered a bold and energetic visual experience. XG said, ' G-Shock watches always remind us of how we never gave up on chasing our dreams, even when things got tough. It gives us the courage to keep going and keep challenging ourselves. XG-Shock, let's go!' Watch the video here:
Business Standard
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
Casio Announces XG as Global Ambassador for G-SHOCK Brand
PRNewswire Tokyo [Japan], July 1: Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today that it has appointed the internationally acclaimed seven-member hip hop / R & B girl group XG as the global ambassador for the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches. * XG, The Global Girl Group Taking the World by Storm XG, consisting of members JURIN, CHISA, HINATA, HARVEY, JURIA, MAYA, and COCONA, is a hip hop / R & B girl group known for its bold music and powerful performances. The name stands for "Xtraordinary Girls," reflecting their commitment to empowering people from all walks of life around the world through a genre-defying style that breaks conventions. With a strong global following, especially among younger people, XG is rising as a new force in international music and culture. XG has pioneered a new music genre called "X-Pop," breaking away from the conventions of J-Pop and K-Pop to create a style all their own. This spirit of originality and strength closely aligns with G-SHOCK, a unique brand known for its toughness, shock resistance, and distinctive design -- making XG a natural choice as the brand's global ambassador. To celebrate the partnership, a special website will showcase key visuals and a promotional video featuring XG. Centered around the slogan "No Destination," the video portrays XG boldly stepping into a new world with G-SHOCK, expressing the strength to shape one's future without fear or hesitation. Art direction came from YAR, the creative team led by YOSHIROTTEN -- one of Japan's most promising rising artists -- and delivered a bold and energetic visual experience. XG has this to say about their appointment as global ambassadors: "G-SHOCK watches always remind us of how we never gave up on chasing our dreams, even when things got tough. It gives us the courage to keep going and keep challenging ourselves. XG-SHOCK, let's go!" Additional key visuals and content will be released over time as G-SHOCK continues to share its world in collaboration with XG. Special site Special movie Photo - Photo -
Malaysian Reserve
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Malaysian Reserve
Casio Announces XG as Global Ambassador for G-SHOCK Brand
XG, The Global Girl Group Taking the World by Storm TOKYO, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today that it has appointed the internationally acclaimed seven-member hip hop / R&B girl group XG as the global ambassador for the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches. XG, consisting of members JURIN, CHISA, HINATA, HARVEY, JURIA, MAYA, and COCONA, is a hip hop / R&B girl group known for its bold music and powerful performances. The name stands for 'Xtraordinary Girls,' reflecting their commitment to empowering people from all walks of life around the world through a genre-defying style that breaks conventions. With a strong global following, especially among younger people, XG is rising as a new force in international music and culture. XG has pioneered a new music genre called 'X-Pop,' breaking away from the conventions of J-Pop and K-Pop to create a style all their own. This spirit of originality and strength closely aligns with G-SHOCK, a unique brand known for its toughness, shock resistance, and distinctive design — making XG a natural choice as the brand's global ambassador. To celebrate the partnership, a special website will showcase key visuals and a promotional video featuring XG. Centered around the slogan 'No Destination,' the video portrays XG boldly stepping into a new world with G-SHOCK, expressing the strength to shape one's future without fear or hesitation. Art direction came from YAR, the creative team led by YOSHIROTTEN — one of Japan's most promising rising artists — and delivered a bold and energetic visual experience. XG has this to say about their appointment as global ambassadors: 'G-SHOCK watches always remind us of how we never gave up on chasing our dreams, even when things got tough. It gives us the courage to keep going and keep challenging ourselves. XG-SHOCK, let's go!' Additional key visuals and content will be released over time as G-SHOCK continues to share its world in collaboration with XG. Special site movie Photo – Photo – View original content:
Korea Herald
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Casio Announces XG as Global Ambassador for G-SHOCK Brand
XG, The Global Girl Group Taking the World by Storm TOKYO, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today that it has appointed the internationally acclaimed seven-member hip hop / R&B girl group XG as the global ambassador for the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches. XG, consisting of members JURIN, CHISA, HINATA, HARVEY, JURIA, MAYA, and COCONA, is a hip hop / R&B girl group known for its bold music and powerful performances. The name stands for "Xtraordinary Girls," reflecting their commitment to empowering people from all walks of life around the world through a genre-defying style that breaks conventions. With a strong global following, especially among younger people, XG is rising as a new force in international music and culture. XG has pioneered a new music genre called "X-Pop," breaking away from the conventions of J-Pop and K-Pop to create a style all their own. This spirit of originality and strength closely aligns with G-SHOCK, a unique brand known for its toughness, shock resistance, and distinctive design — making XG a natural choice as the brand's global ambassador. To celebrate the partnership, a special website will showcase key visuals and a promotional video featuring XG. Centered around the slogan "No Destination," the video portrays XG boldly stepping into a new world with G-SHOCK, expressing the strength to shape one's future without fear or hesitation. Art direction came from YAR, the creative team led by YOSHIROTTEN — one of Japan's most promising rising artists — and delivered a bold and energetic visual experience. XG has this to say about their appointment as global ambassadors: "G-SHOCK watches always remind us of how we never gave up on chasing our dreams, even when things got tough. It gives us the courage to keep going and keep challenging ourselves. XG-SHOCK, let's go!" Additional key visuals and content will be released over time as G-SHOCK continues to share its world in collaboration with XG.
