The Olympics opening ceremony held in Tokyo on Friday showcased Japan’s rich culture and heritage. Japanese singer Misia took to stage to perform the national anthem and won hearts. 

The 43-year-old singer-songwriter kicked off the Olympics opening ceremony in style, wearing multi-colored bouffant gown reminiscent of cotton candy that got the social media users talking.

“Can someone tell me where to get Misia’s dress? Because it’s a dream,” one person commented.

“Misia appearing is the most exciting part so far lol,” wrote another user. 

“MISIA’s performance of the Japanese national anthem was absolutely beautiful and I’m in love with the dress she had on Tokyo Olympics,” another social media user commented. 

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Who is Misia?

Born in Misali, the singer rose to fame with her debut album, ‘Mother Father Brother Sister,’ which was released in 1998. The album is one of the country’s best-selling debuts. She has since released 13 studio albums with a total of 20 million copies sold.

Misia, as part of her philanthropic work, visited various African nations since 2007.

“A musician in Africa once told me that music is language. In Africa, where multiple languages collide, music takes on a life of its own, allowing people to connect,” she told in an interview 

“Africa is made up of more than 50 countries, each with its own culture. They have their own music and traditions,” she further explained. 

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Her efforts earned her the title of honorary ambassador for the eighth Tokyo International Conference on African Development, which was held in 2019. 

She is also the founder of Misia’s Forest, a conservation project in Ishikawa Prefecture.

“My interest in social issues probably originates from the comprehensive peace studies that were taught at school in Nagasaki, as well as being raised in a family of doctors,” she said in an interview.