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[Basics of Wotagei] What is “Kechya”?
This time, I’ll explain “kecha,” which is a fundamental move in wotagei.
If you’ve never been to an idol show, be sure to study up before you go.
That way, you’ll definitely enjoy it even more.
What is Kecak?
Kechak (Kecak) is one type of wota-gei performed at idol events.
Seeing is believing—first, I'd like you to watch a video to see what Kecak is.
https://youtu.be/WBboXf0jAGk?t=3m35s
This is a song called “Nippon Manju” by the idol group LADYBABY.
From around 3 minutes and 35 seconds in this video, you can see fans raising their hands toward the idol, right?
this isKecakIt is.
Basically, we do this kecak during the drop chorus.
Kechak is an idolI revere and offer it up.。
If my favorite idol is passionately belting out the drop chorus, I go all out and rush in with full-on wotagei (kecak).
If you watch this video, you’ll see just how dedicated the fans are.
By trying this hard,I will wholeheartedly worship the idol and devote my feelings to them.。
This is a fundamental movement that makes it possible to express the utmost affection for the idols.
Next, let's explore the etymology of the Kecha language.
Actually, the “kecha” in wotagei is…Kecak of BaliIt is.
The origin of the word kecap comes from Bali’s Kecak dance.
A traditional performing art of Bali, Indonesia. Men form a circle and, accompanying simple gestures and vocalizations that induce a trance-like state, perform dance dramas based on stories such as the Ramayana.
It has its origins in healing rituals.
This is a video of the Kecak dance in Bali.
Indeed, it’s the same movement...
なんと本場のケチャをご指導頂き捧げる事が出来ました…！「日本のアイドルファンがやってるのは知っている。何故ケチャと結びついたか不明だが神聖な物に捧げると言う共通点はあるかも。ただ掌は上に向けず、手の甲を上にし全力で引っ張られるのに抵抗する感覚。疲れるので長時間連続は無理」との事！ pic.twitter.com/d6IUCsvBcU
— #Kei (@kei_apple) August 3, 2017
It’s said that this became the motif that gave rise to the otagei called “Kechya,” or that the movements of otagei resemble the Kecak dance and thus it was named “Kechya.”
At Hello! Project concerts, it's common to call it 'Romeo' rather than 'kecha' (wota calls/cheers).
Originally, it is performed with one hand, and because the movement resembles Romeo courting Juliet, it is called this.
Someone who noticed that it resembles the movements of the Kecak dance over thereRephrased as kecakI mean, isn’t that the case?
There are various theories, but it’s a fact that the otagei “kecha” is connected to Bali’s “kecak.”
Personally, I think the most plausible theory is that it was named afterward because the movements of Kecha resembled Bali’s Kecak.
Variations of Kecak
There are various ways to perform Kecak.
Clap along, hold glow sticks, and bend backward like an Ina Bauer.Backwards ketchup。
Do it with a crouching start from the back of the live house toward the stage.Hashirikomi Kechaetc.
The speed of calls and responses (kecak/chant timing) varies from one idol event to another.
When you match the timing of your clapping, it enhances the sense of unity at the concert, so it's important to read the atmosphere of the live performance here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLIHTJc7quw
Nemukyun is giving a lesson on how to do kecha (the wota hand movement/chant).
This is BiS’s signature song, “nerve.”
What the fans are doing here is,Reverse ketchupRight.
You're supporting your bridged body with your head...
That looks painful...
The drawback is that you can only do it in a spacious area.
You sometimes see this at events for underground or indie idols.
It's a type of 'kecha' where you wave a glow stick.
With glow sticks, it looks really beautiful.
In conclusion
Kechas are one of the most basic forms of wotagei.
In some cases, you’re even allowed to move up to the front only when doing “kecha” for your oshimen.
When I’m finished, I make sure to put it back where it was…
Everyone, please try dedicating a ketchup (kecak) to your favorite idol!