[fan account] Maria’s second full Rain concert experience: ZEPP Namba (Osaka), Show #2. (11/21)

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New York Cloud and CloudUSAer Maria (@tonicNY) is back with her second fan account, from Osaka, Japan. (You can read her first account HERE.) Next week, she and staff writer Michele (@MicheleDeMarco) and some lovely Japanese Cloud friends will be in ZEPPing together Tokyo. At some point, they should hook up with YouTube moderator Naoko (@harudoful) as well. It’ll be like their own little mini-Cloudburst in Japan, haha.^^

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[fan account] Maria’s second full Rain concert experience: ZEPP Namba (Osaka), Show #2. (11/21)

By: Maria @Cloud USA (@TonicNY)

Concert #2 on 11/21/13 – ZEPP Osaka

Before concert:
While in line meeting other Japanese Clouds, I had noticed there was a professional cameraman in the area. I was trying to hide as much as possible and I was happy that they were interviewing other Clouds, and then I understood the word “American.” Before I could even try to run away, the bright light of the camera was blinding me. (I much prefer being behind the camera than in front of it.)

I do remember saying “CloudUSA loves Rain.” I do not know if it was from Rain’s crew filming or if it was a Japanese TV station.

Our ticket numbers were higher for this night’s concert, so it took some time to get in and Clouds were running to get in at that point. I was pleasantly surprised that we still found some really close to stage standing areas. Next to us was Luna Luna, who has created many beautiful videos, and through a translator she wanted me to relay the message that she appreciates CloudUSA posting the videos and all the views and comments on her videos, but she doesn’t reply due to the language.^^

It is such a great feeling to be able to meet and talk to other Clouds when one only knows of them online through the fan sites. Even if communication is limited, we all have one thing in common—our love and support for Rain. No translation needed!

During concert:
Rain’s singing voice and dance moves were top notch, he is a SUPERSTAR.

I have always really loved “Familiar Face”, and to hear him sing it live is amazing. I love the emotions he conveys. My list of favorite songs is long and he sings pretty much all of them. The screams of the Clouds is beyond deafening for sexy Rain’s moves and when he unzips his leather jacket and has no shirt underneath. 🙂

On this night we were further back. My friend and I like to think he looked straight at us a couple of times, and probably so did the Clouds all around (that he looked at them). Nothing wrong being fangirly. 🙂 Rain mentioned that he was very happy singing and touring again. He was very engaging with fans, touching hands and waving. Rain and the Fabulous Ones have such positive energy together. They are a perfect match.

I saw the same camera man (that I had seen earlier outside) filming the whole concert. I’m wondering if possibly there will eventually be a Zepp Japan tour DVD… !

After the concert:
About nine of us went to have dinner at a Korean restaurant which Rain had been to the last time he was in Japan. This was my first time eating Korean food, and it was delicious. There were 2 Clouds who kept translating conversations and it felt like being with friends that I have known for a long time. The warm welcome I have received touches my heart. I have such great memories that will last a lifetime.

I am already looking forward to the first Tokyo concert on Monday. I’m glad that Rain will be able to rest for a day or two (at least I hope it is a rest for him). Tuesday will be my last concert.

— Maria

(These images from the first Osaka show on 11/20 are credited to maorain @weibo, as tagged)