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I can never thank Jun enough for introducing me to Arashi. He has been such a big instrument to keeping my sanity intact during the period of quarantine at home because of the pandemic.

These are some of the things that I really admire about Jun. I don't personally know him to say that these are facts but this is how I perceive him.

1. Jun knows what he wants. He is sure of himself which at times people misconstrue as arrogance. This also translates not only with how he carries himself but with his work ethic.

Concert Master MatsuJun at work

Producer Jun

2. Jun is a Visionary. The moving stage is just one example. We know there are more things he wants to bring to life.

Look at that soft smile

3. Jun is thoughtful and protective. I bet his thoughts are 90% about Arashi, 5% room temperature water, and 5% gluten-free food. 🤣

Arashi's resident cook

4. Jun has a brave heart. He never backs out in any challenge; from doing life-threatening segments in their early shows to venturing out and making Arashi known internationally, he won't easily give up.

Ganbatte ne

5. Jun knows how to keep himself grounded. Diva as they may see him, he actually knows how to step back. See Ep. 11 of Voyage at 18:11 mark

Arashi's Diary: Voyage is the best possible way for fans to take a sneak peek of Arashi's lives behind the camera

6. Jun cares deeply and loves fully. If 20 years and counting is not a proof of that, I don't know what is. 💜💜💜

7. Jun has a restless soul. He knows how big the world is and how it would be such a waste not to explore it. He isn't scared to get lost because he also knows where his true home is.

Here's to hoping that Jun will get to travel a lot in the coming years and quench his thirst for adventures. May he also be surrounded by the people he loves all the days of his life. Cheers! 🥂