Rebirth of the courtyard, the start is 80s

Chapter 559 Come on, Mingcai!

Hearing that Mr. Tomioka began to sell miserably, Cao Zhiqiang knew that the other party had nothing to do, and he had to take a step back, otherwise, he would be unreasonable.

"How about it, Mr. Tomioka." Cao Zhiqiang smiled and said, "Why don't you send this song to the radio station normally first, and then see the effect.

If the effect of the broadcast on the radio station is good and the response is enthusiastic, let’s talk about further publicity methods. If it’s not good, then naturally there’s no need to talk about it, and it will be sold directly on the shelves. "

Section Chief Tomioka thought about it, and felt that this was not bad, at least Cao Zhiqiang no longer insisted on his original intention of not showing up, which in itself was a victory.

"Okay, let's see the relaxing effect of the radio station first." Section Chief Tomioka nodded, "But next, the most important thing is the stage name."

After a short pause, Section Chief Tomioka said: "Cao Sang, you are Chinese. If you continue to use your Chinese name here in Japan, the publicity effect may be poor. So, I hope I can give you a stage name."

"Understood." Cao Zhiqiang nodded.

"It's great that you can understand." Section Chief Tomioka smiled, "Well, do you have a good stage name yourself? If not, we will help you find one."

Cao Zhiqiang thought for a while, then smiled and said, "Akiki Murashita, how are you doing?"

"Akiki Murashita?" Mr. Tomioka frowned, "This name...seriously, it's a bit earthy."

Cao Zhiqiang was stunned for a moment, thinking that this is unreasonable?

You know, he was named after Haruki Murakami. If someone is called Murakami, I will be called Murakami. If someone is called Haruki, I will be Akiki. What a perfect fit.

But not necessarily, maybe Haruki Murakami's original name was very rustic in Japan, and after he became famous and spread to China, he felt that this name has a unique literary style.

"Then, how about the green spring in the forest?" Cao Zhiqiang said again.

"Senaka Seizumi?" Mr. Tomioka frowned, "Sounds good, how do you write it?"

"Bring a pen and paper." Cao Zhiqiang said.

Mr. Tomioka quickly took the pen and paper, and Cao Zhiqiang took the pen, and wrote the four Chinese characters "Senzhong Qingquan" on it.

"That's it." Nobuo Tomioka nodded, "Blue means youth and hope, and spring represents vitality and life. Senzhong Qingquan is a spring full of vitality and youth in the forest. It's not bad, it's good, and it's called It's easy to get up."

Indeed, in Japanese, Morinaka Qingizumi's call is indeed more fluent, and the meaning is similar in China and Japan.

But Cao Zhiqiang smiled awkwardly.

He didn't think too much about it. The reason why he thought of this name was to invert Nakamori of Akina Nakamori, and then choose a representative character from the names of Kyoko Koizumi and Wu Qinghong. There is a green spring in the forest.

But now it looks pretty good, quite literary.

"Do you really think this name is good?" Cao Zhiqiang said with a guilty conscience, "I'll just say it casually. If you don't think it's suitable, you can change it again."

"No, no, this name is very good, very good." Section Chief Tomioka laughed, "It's better than the several stage names we have chosen, I think it's called this, Morinaka Qingizumi, there is no need to change it!"

Cao Zhiqiang blinked: "Well, okay, but Mr. Tomioka, I have a small request."

"Oh, please tell me." Section Chief Tomioka suddenly became serious.

Cao Zhiqiang said: "Well, that's it. If someone really asks me about the origin of my stage name, can I just say that you gave it to me instead of me?"

Section Chief Tomioka frowned and asked in confusion, "Why?"

Cao Zhiqiang shrugged pretending to be calm: "It's nothing, I just don't want trouble."

Mr. Tomioka was taken aback for a moment, then nodded with a smile: "No problem, assuming someone really asks that question, and if you don't mind, I'll just say I got it."

"That's good." Cao Zhiqiang heaved a sigh of relief.

Section Chief Tomioka also heaved a sigh of relief: "Then, about you participating in a talk show on the radio..."

"Speak, let's discuss." Cao Zhiqiang waved his hand, "It's just a song, you go to the radio and relax first."

Section Chief Tomioka said: "However, according to the usual practice, before the radio host plays a song, he must first introduce the singer's personal situation, especially the new singer, so it is best for the singer to be next to the host at this time. If it doesn’t appear, the effect will be greatly reduced.”

Cao Zhiqiang chuckled and said, "Actually, I think it's okay.

Just like me, generally speaking, if I listen to the radio station of the music channel, usually I just want to listen to the songs, and I don’t want to listen to a bunch of rambling introductions of singers before listening to the songs, especially singers I have never heard of.

So, I think it's better to be simple and clear.

You just ask the host to simply say the name of the singer, which is my stage name, Moriyama Qingquan, before playing my song, and then say that this is a new song written and sung by a 19-year-old young male singer who has just debuted, Don't say anything else.

In this way, the singer's introduction is simple and rude, which can not only make people listen to the song faster, but also maintain a sense of mystery, which is more attractive.

Of course, the key is to sing well.

If the song doesn't sound good, what's the use of your singer's extravagant presentation?

Conversely, if the song is good, you don't need to introduce it, people who like this song will naturally ask for the singer's information.

At this time, continuing to maintain a sense of mystery will make fans who like this song even more itchy. After a while, I will go to MTV and release a single record. The effect will definitely be good.

I call this 'mystery marketing'! "

"Mysterious marketing?" Section Chief Tomioka frowned, then nodded, "Okay, since you insist on not going to the radio station, I'll try the method you said first."

"That's the best." Cao Zhiqiang smiled.

Section Chief Tomioka said: "Well, actually, we have already talked with the radio station, and tomorrow is Saturday, which is also a good time, step by step, we will go to the radio station tomorrow to see the effect, what do you think? "

"No problem." Cao Zhiqiang nodded with a smile.

"Since you are fine, then there is nothing wrong with me." Mr. Tomioka said, "Do you have any questions?"

Obviously, the other party is seeing off a guest.

Of course, if Cao Zhiqiang has other requirements, he can say so now.

Cao Zhiqiang originally wanted to say that he wanted to meet the president and talk about the introduction of the movie "Love in Guting" to Japan.

But thinking about it again, he just came to Japan now, his reputation is not obvious, and he speaks lightly, so it would be too arrogant to ask to see him now.

When he was able to come to Warner Pioneer and meet the president directly, it was a special recommendation from Mito Endo.

But Endo Minoru's face is only a little bit for the time being. Before further achievements, the president of Warner Japan may not want to continue to see him.

It's not impossible to meet, but it is unlikely to help him introduce people from Yinglun, and it is also unlikely to help him introduce people from Japanese film companies.

Let's wait until his songs become popular in Japan, or his Japanese novel "Norwegian Forest" is officially released, and we can talk about it after it has gained a certain popularity.

Thinking of this, Cao Zhiqiang temporarily changed his words: "That's right, I plan to rent a house nearby, and I will pay the rent myself. It's just that I'm not familiar with it here, so can you help me find a house?"

"Rent a house?" Mr. Tomioka was taken aback.

"Yes, rent a house." Cao Zhiqiang nodded.

"That's no problem." Mr. Tomioka nodded, "But what kind of house do you want?"

Cao Zhiqiang thought for a while and said: "It doesn't need to be too big, seventy to eighty square meters is enough, the traffic is convenient, the security is good, and it needs to be a relatively new house, water, electricity, air conditioner, refrigerator, etc. It is best to move in with a bag. An apartment is the best, if it is not possible to build one family, it will do.

In addition, it is relatively close to here, it is best to come here within half an hour on foot. "

"That's it." Mr. Tomioka thought for a while, "The rent of such a house is usually more expensive, it costs 40 yen a month, and you have to pay three months' rent first, are you sure you want this kind of house? "

"Sure." Cao Zhiqiang nodded with a smile.

40 yen, according to the current exchange rate of 1:120, is roughly equivalent to 3333 RMB, which is actually quite expensive.

Of course, what he said was 40 yen anyway, which means it may be more expensive, maybe 50 yen.

However, considering that this is the center of Tokyo, the price can only be considered okay.

Cao Zhiqiang wants to rent a house nearby because he wants to have an independent space.

In other words, he wanted to live alone, separated from Anping.

At that time, Anping will continue to live in the apartment near Masashi Sada, or in other words, that apartment will be the obvious residence, while Cao Zhiqiang himself usually lives in the new house.

In this way, Cao Zhiqiang will have more freedom and facilitate him to do many things.

Otherwise, it would be inconvenient to have an eyeliner around you all day, even if it was a bodyguard.

In fact, for now, if Cao Zhiqiang wants to be inconspicuous, he'd better live alone.

And Warner Pioneer's headquarters building is in Shibuya District. In terms of security, it is not bad at present.

The so-called deteriorating law and order in Shibuya District was after the 90s, or to be precise, after the bubble economy burst.

Now, this is a place where the proper middle class gathers, and it is also a place where actors and singers gather. After all, NHK is here, and there are many art galleries, universities, concert halls, etc., and it is a real art center.

Even if there are so-called Yakuza organizations in Shibuya, they generally don't target ordinary people.

On the whole, Japan in the 80s was really the period with the best law and order, bar none.

This is not to say that the quality of the Japanese is high, but that the economy is good.

The so-called honor and disgrace if you have enough food and clothing, the common people are rich, and they are naturally decent.

In fact, the same is true in China. The deterioration of public security in China is essentially due to poverty.

When Chinese people have money in their pockets, such as 21 at the beginning of the 2023st century, the law and order will definitely surpass Japan in the 80s.

On the contrary, it is Japan in 2023. Due to the economic downturn, public security has also deteriorated. There are endless robberies and thefts in private, and there are even various shooting incidents. Even politicians who have been prime ministers are not immune.

In other words, living alone in Japan at this time, as long as you are as fluent in Japanese as the locals, have money in your pocket, dress decently, and try not to go to those dubious places in the middle of the night, your safety is basically guaranteed of.

What's more, Cao Zhiqiang still has a Glock 17 pistol and [-] rounds of ammunition in his portable space. If necessary, he can buy this gun and ammunition from the system mall at any time.

As far as Japan is concerned, there is a Glock 17 pistol and [-] rounds of ammunition, which can basically walk sideways.

Because the Japanese Yakuza organization at this time has not yet evolved into the era of gun warfare, because holding a gun is a felony.

Japan's Yakuza began to play with guns, it must be after the 90s.

"Okay, I got it." After confirming that Cao Zhiqiang had money in his pocket and didn't need them to pay, Section Chief Tomioka immediately agreed cheerfully, "Don't worry, I will definitely help you keep an eye on the house, and I will notify you as soon as possible. But how can I find you?"

"You should have Masashi Sada's phone number." Cao Zhiqiang asked.

"Yes, we have." Section Chief Tomioka nodded.

Cao Zhiqiang said: "I live near Zuotian's house recently. If you want to find me, you can call him directly and ask him to notify me. It will be very fast."

"That's great." Section Chief Tomioka said with a smile, "If that's the case, then we'll contact Mr. Sada directly."

"En." Cao Zhiqiang nodded, "Are there any questions? If there are no questions, I will leave first."

"Ah, please." Section Chief Tomioka quickly stood up, stretched out his hand, and bowed slightly, "I'll see you off."

"No need." Cao Zhiqiang waved his hand, "I'll just go back by myself, you don't need to send it off, it's better to be busy with you."

Having said that, Section Chief Tomioka still politely sent Cao Zhiqiang out of the office, and after meeting Masashi Sada, he smiled and exchanged a few greetings.

"There's really no need to send it off!" Cao Zhiqiang said with a smile, "Section Leader Tomioka, I'll just go with Yazhi-kun, don't worry, you'd better do your work first.

By the way, the matter of renting a house should be done as soon as possible. I want to move in as soon as possible. "

"Don't worry!" Mr. Tomioka said with a chuckle, "I will take care of the house immediately, and I promise to help you find a house as quickly as possible. Well, I promise to give you news the day after tomorrow at the latest."

"This is the best, thank you, Mr. Tomioka." Cao Zhiqiang nodded, and then formally bid farewell to Mr. Tomioka.

As a result, just as Cao Zhiqiang turned around, he happened to see Akina Nakamori.

The moment he saw Akina Nakamori, Cao Zhiqiang was obviously stunned for a moment, because he found that Akina Nakamori had been looking straight at him, and there seemed to be light in his eyes.

This feeling...is good, and it's not good.

"Zhiqiang-kun, are you here?" Akina Nakamori walked over gently and said, still only looking at Cao Zhiqiang, and didn't even look at Masashi Sada next to him.

"Yes, I'm here, I have something to do." Cao Zhiqiang smiled dryly.

Masashi Sada said suddenly: "Ah, why don't you talk first, and I'll go to the toilet."

"No, no, no." Cao Zhiqiang said hastily, "Mr. Satian, wait a moment."

After calling Masashi Sada to stop, Cao Zhiqiang straightened his face and said to Akina Nakamori: "Miss Nakamori, it's nice to meet you, but I'm very busy now, I really have something to do, let's talk about it another day, that's all."

After finishing speaking, Cao Zhiqiang nodded slightly to Akina Nakamori, and then hurried away with Masashi Sada.

Akina Nakamori didn't speak, but just stared at Cao Zhiqiang's back in a daze.

After waiting for Cao Zhiqiang to disappear, Akina Nakamori sighed softly, with a feeling of loneliness on her face.

When Akina Nakamori turned her head, she happened to see Nobuo Tomioka standing there smiling.

"Mr. Tomioka?" Akina Nakamori was taken aback.

"Hehe, Akina." Nobuo Tomioka nodded with a smile, "Are you done?"

"Yes." Akina Nakamori bowed slightly to Nobuo Tomioka, "I just finished recording a song."

"Oh." Nobuo Tomioka opened his mouth, wanting to ask her about her relationship with Cao Zhiqiang.

But on second thought, he is not very familiar with Akina Nakamori, so forget it, so as not to cause trouble again.

"Then go get busy." Mr. Tomioka nodded, "I'm going to work too."

After speaking, Mr. Tomioka will turn around and go back to the office.

But at this moment, Akina Nakamori suddenly stopped him: "Wait a minute, Mr. Tomioka."

"Oh?" Section Chief Tomioka stopped and turned around, "Miss Akina, what's the matter?"

Akina Nakamori frowned, and then said with a smile: "Well, I heard from you just now that you seem to be renting a house? Yes, is it Cao Sang who wants to rent a house?"

Mr. Tomioka blinked, then nodded with a smile: "Yes, Cao Sang asked me to find a house to rent nearby. The requirement is that it is close to here, and it takes half an hour to walk here. The area is [-] to [-] square meters, and the traffic is safe. It’s better, preferably an apartment, with water, electricity, air-conditioning and refrigerators, etc.”

After a short pause, Section Chief Tomioka asked: "Why, does Ms. Akina have any recommendations? Or do you know a better intermediary in this area?"

Akina Nakamori blinked, then laughed: "Coincidentally, I really have a good recommendation."

"Oh?" Mr. Tomioka was stunned, "What recommendation?"

Akina Nakamori smiled and said: "That's right, my neighbor Mrs. Matsumoto moved to a new house a few days ago, and the old house is being rented out recently, but she doesn't want to rent it to dubious people, and she hates the agency taking people to see the house all day long." , so she once asked me to help find a reliable tenant.

You should know that where I live, it meets Mr. Zhiqiang's requirements very well, and the price is not expensive. What do you think? "

"What a coincidence?" Mr. Tomioka looked at Akina Nakamori with a half-smile.

"Yes, what a coincidence!" Akina Nakamori nodded with a smile.

"Wow!" Section Chief Tomioka continued with a half-smile, "This is really destined."

After laughing, Section Chief Tomioka nodded: "Okay, if it's true, then I'll inform Cao Sang and let him look at the house."

"Mr. Tomioka!" Nakamori Akina said suddenly, "Can I ask you one more thing?"

"Oh?" Nobuo Tomioka looked at Akina Nakamori, "Please tell me."

Akina Nakamori thought for a while and said: "Well, I will give you Mrs. Matsumoto's phone number later, and I will make an agreement with Mrs. Matsumoto in advance. Then, when you talk to Mr. Zhiqiang, can you not mention my name? Don’t say I introduced it, just say that you found the house yourself, and it is the most suitable house so far?”

Nobuo Tomioka squinted at Akina Nakamori, found that she lowered her head in embarrassment, and smiled playfully: "Understood, I will tell Cao Sang that this is the house I found and has nothing to do with you, it's okay Bar?"

"Hi!" Akina Nakamori bowed to Nobuo Tomioka, "Thank you very much!"

"You're welcome." Tomioka Nobuo smiled.

After a short pause, Nobuo Tomioka said seriously: "But Miss Akina, I want to remind you that Cao Sang is a very proud person, and also a very smart person, so I'm afraid you can't hide this little trick of yours.

Well, in short, I will give it a try. Whether it works or not depends on Cao Sang's intentions. There is no guarantee that it will work, you know what I mean? "

"Understood." Akina Nakamori nodded, "I am very grateful for your help."

"That's how it is." Tomioka Nobuo chuckled, "Actually, I like him quite a bit, if you... forget it, let's not talk about it.

Anyway, come on, Mingcai! "

After giving Nakamori Akina a cheering fist, Nobuo Tomioka laughed and went back.

On the contrary, Akina Nakamori, who stayed where she was, suddenly blushed, not knowing whether it was from embarrassment or joy.

(End of this chapter)