111230 Japan Record Awards

Takamina, our petite-yet-strong captain. Today I see you crying again. Every time I see you cry, I cry. Even though they’re tears of happiness. I still remember, last year you said “We’ll work harder, We want to win the award once.” And this year you’ve made it. I couldn’t be prouder of you, girls. You all are special to my life. You’ve inspired me a lot. Seeing you being successful makes my heart delighted. At last I see your smile again, Takamina, that beautifully meaningful smile of yours. It’s your smile of achievement. Congratulations! AKB48, The winner - Best song of the year.