GAKUSEI RUNWAY 2024 SPRING & SUMMER

Sunday, June 16, 2024 at River Place (1-3-1 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture)GAKUSEI RUNWAY 2024 SPRING & SUMMERwas held.
"GAKUSEI RUNWAY" is a content developed by Kansai Collection, and is an event that makes the dreams of students all over Japan come true.
We spoke to Yasuyuki Nakagawa, chairman of the Kansai Collection Executive Committee and president of KANSAI COLLECTION, about his thoughts on the event and to the legendary students who appeared on stage.
■KANSAI COLLECTION Co., Ltd. Chairman and CEO, Kansai Collection Executive Committee Chairman, Yasuyuki Nakagawa
We are holding GAKUSEI RUNWAY with the desire to provide a stage where female students from all over Japan can make their dreams come true. This year's event will have over 10,000 attendees, making it the largest stage yet, and we aim to create a stage that will excite the performers. GAKUSEI RUNWAY is a dream come true that leads to the KANSAI COLLECTION, where you can experience the latest trends, and its appeal lies in the fact that it will feature models selected by over 10,000 customers.
In the future, we would like to hold events like this not only in Osaka, but in all 47 prefectures. From a business perspective, we would like to have representative companies in the region host the events, and we are considering expanding into franchises. We would like to create a place where children who were born and raised in the area can make their dreams come true, such as making their stage debut in their hometown. While you are a student, please try many things, such as studying, playing, and playing sports. I think you will be able to experience many different emotions and moments through these experiences, but I hope you will make up your mind about what you really want to do and work hard in a narrow but deep way.

■Legend Interview *The category at the time of the award at GAKUSEI RUNWAY held on December 10, 2023
◇Elementary School Lower Grade Grand Prix Winner: Yura Chihara

Q1 What motivated you to take on this challenge?
My mother encouraged me to give it a try, and I thought I'd like to give it a try, so I gave it a go.
Q2 How did you feel when you won the Grand Prix and what were your impressions walking down the runway?
I wanted everyone to know that I won the Grand Prix and was able to walk in the KANSAI COLLECTION! I walked with the feeling of "Look at me!"
Q3 How did you feel when you performed at KANSAI COLLECTION?
I was nervous because I was the first to run, there were a lot of spectators, and the distance was long, but I went into the race with the feeling that I had to walk with confidence since I had won the grand prize.
Q4: Future dreams and goals
I want to be a model and a famous actress! I want to be a funny and kind person like Anmika.
A message to fellow students and juniors aiming for O5 GAKUSEI RUNWAY
Even if you're nervous, just smile and I think you'll forget all about it when you're with everyone, so do your best. I'm rooting for you.
◇ Elementary School Upper Grades Grand Prix COCOA
Q1 What motivated you to take on this challenge?
I decided to enter the show after a friend who had previously appeared in GAKUSEI RUNWAY invited me to join in the show.
Q2 How did you feel when you won the Grand Prix and what were your impressions walking down the runway?
First of all, my heart was beating so fast I jumped up. I couldn't believe my heart and I was so happy to be able to walk in the KANSAI COLLECTION, which had been my dream goal. I was very nervous, but I walked with more confidence than last time.
Q3 How did you feel when you performed at KANSAI COLLECTION?
I thought I would be more nervous than anything, but I was feeling more like I was having fun, so I think I was able to walk with confidence.
Q4: Future dreams and goals
I want to become a funny and beautiful model or actress like Michiopa!
A message to fellow students and juniors aiming for O5 GAKUSEI RUNWAY
Even if you feel so nervous you might burst, I hope you keep smiling as you walk. I'm rooting for you.

◇Junior High School Grand Prix Winner: Otoha Nakagawa

Q1 What motivated you to take on this challenge?
After seeing my friend win the grand prize in the previous competition, I decided to aim for the Kansai Collection as well and took on the challenge.
Q2 How did you feel when you won the Grand Prix and what were your impressions walking down the runway?
I was a little worried about the outcome, but I was happy to win the grand prize. I was a little nervous because the audience was so close to the stage, but I enjoyed walking around.
Q3 How did you feel when you performed at KANSAI COLLECTION?
I had performed there before, but this was my first time walking alone. I was nervous, but I think I gave it my all.
Q4: Future dreams and goals
I would like to be active in multiple fields, such as modeling and acting!
A message to fellow students and juniors aiming for O5 GAKUSEI RUNWAY
Even if you're nervous, as long as you have a smile and confidence, someone will definitely notice your charm.
◇High School Student Grand Prix Rairu
Q1 What motivated you to take on this challenge?
It all started with the KANSAI COLLECTION TikTok Live. I've been participating since the first tournament.
Q2 How did you feel when you won the Grand Prix and how did you feel walking down the runway today?
I had been participating since the first competition, so when I was selected I was so emotional I cried. I was so happy. The crowd was calling my name and cheering me on, so I was able to walk with peace of mind.
Q3 How did you feel when you performed at KANSAI COLLECTION?
I was nervous, but I was able to perform confidently and in my own style. I was also happy with the reaction from the audience.
Q4: Future dreams and goals
My goal is to conquer all the collections in Japan and appear in Paris Fashion Week!
A message to fellow students and juniors aiming for O5 GAKUSEI RUNWAY
If you can fully express your individuality, I believe you will definitely be able to achieve your goals. Just do your best and be yourself.

◇University/Vocational School Student Grand Prix: Honoka Oku

Q1 What motivated you to take on this challenge?
At first I didn't have the courage to do it, but I decided to give it a try as a final memory of my time as a student.
Q2 How did you feel when you won the Grand Prix and what were your impressions walking down the runway?
I was surprised because I never thought I would be selected, but I was happy to have achieved such a great result in front of my family and friends. I also remember being fired up for the KANSAI COLLECTION. I think I was able to relax on stage and give my best performance.
Q3 How did you feel when you performed at KANSAI COLLECTION?
I was nervous from the rehearsal, but when it came to the actual performance, I was able to walk with the feeling of "I'm going to do it!" The support from my family and friends also had a big influence on me.
Q4: Future dreams and goals
I am aiming to balance my working life with my modeling activities, and I would like to continue participating in events like this!
A message to fellow students and juniors aiming for O5 GAKUSEI RUNWAY
Your chance is now. I'm sure there are people like me who are unsure whether to enter or not, but I encourage you to try anything.

Student Newspaper Online, June 16, 2024 Interview: Suzune Matsushima, 4th year student at Chuo University / Hinata Amie, 3rd year student at Sophia University


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