On March 22, 2025, singer-songwriter miwa took to Instagram to share her heartfelt reflections following the final performance of her 15th-anniversary live tour entitled "miwa 15th anniversary reproduction live tour 'guitarissimo.'" The tour featured a recreation of the track order from her first album, guitarissimo, which was released 14 years ago.
The journey began on February 28, 2025, with a performance in Fukuoka. Following that, miwa graced stages in Osaka and Tokyo before reaching the grand finale at Zepp Nagoya in Aichi. This tour was a significant milestone commemorating her fifteen years in the music industry, marked by nostalgia and a celebration of her artistic evolution.
Highlighting the concert's excitement, miwa revealed a surprise guest appearance by actor Kenji Sakaguchi during the finale, stating, "What a surprise! Kenji Sakaguchi made a surprise appearance." This moment was particularly special, as Sakaguchi and miwa had previously shared the screen in the 2017 film Kimi to 100 Kaime no Koi.
The surprise offer came just 15 minutes before the performance, which added to the thrill felt by attendees. According to miwa, the impact of the moment was palpable: "At the tour final, I felt the feelings of everyone who jumped and got excited, and it moved me." This shows just how connected miwa feels to her fans and the energy they share during performances.
The enthusiastic response from fans echoed miwa's sentiments during the tour. Commenting on the overall experience, fans expressed their gratitude with remarks like, "Thank you for a fun tour," and "I will definitely come to see you again!" Others simply stated, "It was truly a wonderful live performance!" These responses reflect the joy and fulfillment both miwa and her fans found throughout the tour.
This tour not only celebrated miwa's milestone but also brought her back to the early days of her career through the live reinterpretation of her music. It offered both her long-time fans and new listeners the opportunity to relive the emotional journey encapsulated within her first album.
The final concert was a swirling mix of nostalgia and excitement, as the audience remembered the days of listening to her debut album on portable CD players and Walkmen. As miwa played through the carefully curated setlist, the air filled with palpable energy, reminiscent of her initial rise to stardom.
Performances such as this are essential milestones for artists like miwa, who crave connection with their audience. The collective memories shared and the excitement of the tour cemented a bond that lasts beyond the final notes played on stage. Excitedly looking forward to future projects, miwa's commitment to her art and her fans remains unwavering.
As her anniversary tour concludes, fans can look back fondly on the shared memories and eagerly await what her next chapter will bring. With expressions of gratitude and excitement for the future, miwa continues to demonstrate her significant impact on the Japanese music landscape.
