Ai Nishida's bio

Composer and musician Masaaki Hirao is producing a new “enka idol” named Ai Nishida (21), who will make her major label debut on July 7 with the song “Yurete Toohanabi.”

Nishida, who hails from Kagoshima, was scouted in August 2008 during an audition at Hirao’s music school. She underwent voice training and is now ready to launch her career under Hirao’s supervision.

Nishida said she dreams of singing a solo of the national anthem at a soccer match for Japan’s national team within the next ten years. In addition to her singing, she also possesses skills such as professional-level nail artistry and experiences such as two years of language study in New Zealand.

Nishida will attend an event for her debut on July 7 at Tokyo Dome City. Her record label, Nippon Crown, has already uploaded a video of her to its YouTube channel, which includes a short preview of “Yurete Toohanabi.” close