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Idol group YOUR ADVISORY BOARD (commonly known as Yuaado), which continues to expand its activities both in Japan and overseas while placing great importance on musical expression and live performances, released a cover of Tornado Tatsumaki’s 2005 love song “Kotoba no Sukima” (The Space Between Words) on September 2. The song marks the debut release of the group’s new lineup.

Junichi Soga of Tornado Tatsumaki, who wrote, composed, and arranged the original track, has said that when creating the song, he wanted to explore how far he could push himself musically through straightforward, easily understood expressions rather than relying on complexity.

Between “lonely” and “afraid.”
Between “bittersweet” and “painful.”

There are emotions that cannot be fully expressed with a single word. “Kotoba no Sukima” captures these unnamed feelings—the emotions that exist between words—and the desire to convey those feelings to someone despite being unable to put them into words.

Now, approximately 21 years after the original song was released, Junichi Soga himself has created a new track for 2026, preserving the charm of the original while incorporating a contemporary touch. The mix was handled by Taro Kohata of avengers in sci-fi, who has supported most of YOUR ADVISORY BOARD’s sound since the group’s debut.

The unnamed emotions left behind in the spaces between words.

Across generations, the five members of YOUR ADVISORY BOARD now give voice to a new “Kotoba no Sukima.”

To commemorate the release, comments have also arrived from Junichi Soga and the five members of YOUR ADVISORY BOARD as they embark on this new chapter together.

YOUR ADVISORY BOARD will hold its new-lineup debut one-man live show, “TAKING SHAPE,” at Shinjuku MARZ on September 8. Tickets are currently on sale.

The group will also perform in Malaysia that same weekend, followed by “YOUR ADVISORY BOARD Presents ‘KATACHI COLLECTIVE Vol.2’” at Shibuya WOMB LIVE on October 10, 2026. A lineup of unique acts selected by YOUR ADVISORY BOARD has already been confirmed, with further details to be announced soon.

A new chapter for YOUR ADVISORY BOARD begins with “Kotoba no Sukima.” Stay tuned for what comes next from the five-member group.

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Listen to “Kotoba no Sukima”

Junichi Soga — Comment

“I’m amazed that music from 21 years ago is now being sung by people today! I hope everyone will enjoy listening to it, both through the recording and at live performances.”

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YOUR ADVISORY BOARD — Member Comments

Kotone Ichinomori

“When I first heard Tornado Tatsumaki’s ‘Kotoba no Sukima,’ I vividly remember thinking, ‘We get to debut with this song!’ I was filled with excitement about the future and what was about to happen, and I couldn’t stop crying because I was so moved.

‘Kotoba no Sukima’ is the perfect song to mark the beginning of this new chapter for YOUR ADVISORY BOARD. I’m incredibly proud that we can make such a great start with the new lineup alongside this wonderful song.

Please look forward to the challenges we’ll take on from here!”

Sayaka Amane

“When I first heard ‘Kotoba no Sukima’ with our voices on it, I was overwhelmed with emotion and tears came to my eyes. It made me truly realize that we were starting a new chapter as YOUR ADVISORY BOARD and that I had finally become an idol, something I had dreamed about for so long.

I’m incredibly happy that we can share this song, which is such a perfect fit for the birth of the new YOUR ADVISORY BOARD, with so many people.

I’m already excited to think about what kind of future awaits us as we take this new step forward with this song alongside the members I love.

Please stay with us and witness the story that begins here!”

Fuuna Kaede

“When I first heard ‘Kotoba no Sukima,’ the lyrics really resonated with me because they felt as though they were gently reaching out to my heart.

I’m truly happy that I can now deliver, in my own voice, a song that once encouraged me. When I recorded it and heard the finished track with my voice in it, I was so excited to hear my voice become part of YOUR ADVISORY BOARD’s world. I was so moved that I couldn’t find the words to describe how I felt.

I will never forget that emotion. As YOUR ADVISORY BOARD, we will now share the warmth and hope that I felt through this song with everyone.

Welcome to the world of the new YOUR ADVISORY BOARD!”

Fuuka Aizawa

“YOUR ADVISORY BOARD is restarting with our cover of Tornado Tatsumaki’s ‘Kotoba no Sukima’!

When I first heard the recording we made, I was so moved that I got goosebumps. It had become such a distinctly YOUR ADVISORY BOARD sound.

This song is filled with so many emotions that are difficult to express in words. Through this song, I want to deliver those feelings that cannot easily be put into words.

Thinking that the five of us are singing this song together and that this is where the new YOUR ADVISORY BOARD begins makes me incredibly excited.

I hope this song reaches the hearts of as many people as possible!”

Chiharu Hagu

“When I first listened to our version of ‘Kotoba no Sukima,’ I felt that, alongside the world of YOUR ADVISORY BOARD, it was filled with so many fresh expressions and a desire to move forward—qualities that perhaps could only emerge because we were still before our debut.

It made me incredibly excited about the future of YOUR ADVISORY BOARD and filled me with anticipation.

For me, this is my first song as YOUR ADVISORY BOARD. For the group, it is the song that marks the beginning of a new chapter.

I’m so excited to deliver this song, carrying all of these feelings, as YOUR ADVISORY BOARD.

I hope it stays in your heart!”

About YOUR ADVISORY BOARD

YOUR ADVISORY BOARD (Yuaado) is an idol group produced by an A&R professional who has discovered and produced numerous artists, including betcover!!, FLOW, Rega, ReN, Sawagi, and OwL.

With the concept “Bringing ‘going to see your favorite artist’ to people around the world,” the group aims to grow together with its fans through live performances while increasing the number of YOUR ADVISORY BOARD “experts” around the world.

Alongside their strong commitment to music, the group has already performed overseas in Europe and Asia, continuing to expand its activities from Japan to audiences around the world.