SKY-HI and DEAN FUJIOKA in Conversation! Discussing the Background of New Song "Loved One," Realizations as "Representative National Producer" on "Produce 101 Japan: Shin Sekai," and Determination for Tokyo Dome Performance

SKY-HI, DEAN FUJIOKA

"DIVE TO THE NEW WORLD" is broadcast every Saturday from 23:00 to 23:54 on J-WAVE (81.3FM). The navigator is artist SKY-HI. This talk show "dives" into the true feelings of guests, exploring their inner selves and the origins of their creativity.

On the July 11th (Sat) broadcast, actor and singer-songwriter DEAN FUJIOKA will be the guest.

From left: SKY-HI, DEAN FUJIOKA

In this conversation, the first in a while, SKY-HI, who has forged his own path as a producer and artist, and DEAN FUJIOKA, who has built his career through activities across Asia, will discuss the meaning of "working internationally" as DEAN feels it now, and his own origins.

Furthermore, they will talk about the background of the production of "Loved One," a new ballad for which DEAN wrote the lyrics and music, serving as the theme song for a drama he starred in. SKY-HI will delve deeply into the universal theme DEAN confronted in this work, after challenging himself with diverse sounds and expressions, and the feelings he poured into the lyrics.

They will also discuss what DEAN felt when he served as the representative national producer for the survival audition program "PRODUCE 101 JAPAN Shin Sekai," and his perspective on the younger generation pursuing their dreams. A rich conversation will unfold, covering the difficulties of continuing to challenge oneself as a performer, his journey of moving forward while adapting to changing environments, and DEAN's aspirations for a Tokyo Dome performance.

In the show's regular segment, DEAN will reveal his unique ways of overcoming major obstacles when they arise. Don't miss this passionate conversation that expands to cover music, life, challenges, and even "the act of living."

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【Program Outline】

Program Title: "DIVE TO THE NEW WORLD"

Broadcasters: J-WAVE, FM802

Broadcast Date and Time:

J-WAVE July 11, 2026 (Sat) 23:00–23:54

FM802 July 12, 2026 (Sun) 24:00–25:00

Navigator: SKY-HI

Guest: DEAN FUJIOKA

Program HP: https://www.j-wave.co.jp/original/divetothenewworld/

Program X: https://x.com/dive813

Program Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divetothenewworld/

Program Hashtag: #dive813