Idol Group 'N0VA⭐︎CHAN' from YouTube Show 'Idol wa nareru toki ni nare~tsu♪' Debuts with Tears and Smiles! Ai Kago and Tontsukatan Morimoto as MCs! A song was also performed in collaboration with Ai Kago!
On Sunday, May 10, 2026, the new idol group N0VA⭐︎CHAN held their debut event at AKIBA Culturers Theater. Former Morning Musume member Ai Kago and comedian Tontsukatan Morimoto, who serve as MCs for N0VA⭐︎CHAN's YouTube show 'Idol wa nareru toki ni nare~tsu♪,' also participated as guests. A moment where they performed a Morning Musume classic with the members wrapped the venue in a whirlwind of great excitement, and the debut live show concluded with great success.
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On Sunday, May 10, 2026, a debut event for the new idol group 'N0VA☆CHAN' was held at AKIBA Culturers Theater. Former Morning Musume member Ai Kago and comedian Tontsukatan Morimoto, who serve as MCs for N0VA☆CHAN's YouTube show 'Idol wa nareru toki ni nare~tsu♪,' also participated as guests.
There was a moment where they performed a classic Morning Musume song alongside the members, enveloping the venue in a great whirlwind of enthusiasm, and the debut live show concluded with immense success.
N0VA⭐︎CHAN Official YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@n0va_chan_official
◼️ A Tumultuous Beginning and Debut with a Vacant Center Position
Just before their debut, original member 'Nekoko Kone' announced a hiatus due to ill health. Suddenly forced to perform as a group of four, the debut event 'N0VA☆CHAN Debut Event ~I Became an Idol! Thanks, Mom~' began amidst this turbulent development.
Starting with their memorable debut song 'Arino Mama no Boku wa Kimi ni Ai o Tsutaeteikunda,' they performed a total of three original songs. They fully demonstrated the results of their rigorous lessons, filling the venue with excitement.
◼️ 'Letters of Thanks' on Mother's Day and a Talk with Gorgeous Guests
During the talk part, members showcased their unique talents, such as karate board breaking and reading a news script after drinking super spicy soup. As the event day was 'Mother's Day,' there was also a moment where members read letters of gratitude to their mothers. The audience responded with warm applause to their fresh yet earnest figures.
◼️ A Surprise Cover of 'Happy Summer Wedding' by Ai Kago × Tontsukatan Morimoto × N0VA☆CHAN!
Towards the end of the event, a special collaboration between Ms. Kago, Mr. Morimoto, and N0VA☆CHAN was realized due to a passionate request from the members. They performed 'Happy Summer Wedding,' which was also Ms. Kago's debut song as a member of Morning Musume. The venue's excitement reached its peak with the performance by the idol world legend and a surprise that showed the bond forged through the show.
The unending applause became a moment that marked N0VA☆CHAN's new beginning.
Quote from X Tontsukatan Morimoto [Official] (@MORIMOTOinfo)
【Set List】
1. Arino Mama no Boku wa Kimi ni Ai o Tsutaeteikunda
2. Koi wa Dynamite
3. Kimi to Mita Hoshi
4. Kimagure Romantic (Cover)
5. Happy Summer Wedding (Cover / Ai Kago, Tontsukatan Morimoto with N0VA☆CHAN)
6. Arino Mama no Boku wa Kimi ni Ai o Tsutaeteikunda
■ 'Idol wa nareru toki ni nare~tsu♪'
Idol wa nareru toki ni nare~tsu♪: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5NqfVq3fKn-uc--GQ4w3-6C3yiNZdRHF
Currently streaming on the 'Oshi Ose! Channel,' which has over 230,000 YouTube subscribers. With former Morning Musume member Ai Kago and comedian Tontsukatan Morimoto as MCs, the show closely follows N0VA☆CHAN's journey since its formation. Besides tackling variety show projects in the studio, it candidly reveals their lesson scenes, daily lives, and even activity costs. It portrays their challenge to achieve the grand goal of 'disbanding if they cannot hold a concert at the Budokan within two years.'
List of Performers
MC: Ai Kago (Former Morning Musume)
A former member of Morning Musume. She shares fashion and daily life on Instagram (@ai.1988kg / 253k followers) and X (@lovbus). In October 2025, she made a talked-about appearance on London Hearts for the first time in 17 years. She has also appeared on popular variety shows like Cream Nantara, Achi-kochi Audrey, and Guru-Nai, gathering much attention. On November 23, 2025, she held 'Ai Kago born in Nara ~25th Year Homecoming~' at the Yamatotakada Sazanka Hall in her hometown of Nara. She continues her entertainment activities energetically and has strong support from her fans.
【Social Media】
X: https://x.com/lovbus
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ai1988kg
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ai.1988kg/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kagoai_official
MC: Tontsukatan Morimoto
Born January 9, 1990. From Tokyo. Belongs to Production Jinrikisha. A graduate of Jinrikisha's comedy training school, School JCA 21st class. Currently active on TV, radio, and Y
There was a moment where they performed a classic Morning Musume song alongside the members, enveloping the venue in a great whirlwind of enthusiasm, and the debut live show concluded with immense success.
N0VA⭐︎CHAN Official YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@n0va_chan_official
◼️ A Tumultuous Beginning and Debut with a Vacant Center Position
Just before their debut, original member 'Nekoko Kone' announced a hiatus due to ill health. Suddenly forced to perform as a group of four, the debut event 'N0VA☆CHAN Debut Event ~I Became an Idol! Thanks, Mom~' began amidst this turbulent development.
Starting with their memorable debut song 'Arino Mama no Boku wa Kimi ni Ai o Tsutaeteikunda,' they performed a total of three original songs. They fully demonstrated the results of their rigorous lessons, filling the venue with excitement.
◼️ 'Letters of Thanks' on Mother's Day and a Talk with Gorgeous Guests
During the talk part, members showcased their unique talents, such as karate board breaking and reading a news script after drinking super spicy soup. As the event day was 'Mother's Day,' there was also a moment where members read letters of gratitude to their mothers. The audience responded with warm applause to their fresh yet earnest figures.
◼️ A Surprise Cover of 'Happy Summer Wedding' by Ai Kago × Tontsukatan Morimoto × N0VA☆CHAN!
Towards the end of the event, a special collaboration between Ms. Kago, Mr. Morimoto, and N0VA☆CHAN was realized due to a passionate request from the members. They performed 'Happy Summer Wedding,' which was also Ms. Kago's debut song as a member of Morning Musume. The venue's excitement reached its peak with the performance by the idol world legend and a surprise that showed the bond forged through the show.
The unending applause became a moment that marked N0VA☆CHAN's new beginning.
Quote from X Tontsukatan Morimoto [Official] (@MORIMOTOinfo)
【Set List】
1. Arino Mama no Boku wa Kimi ni Ai o Tsutaeteikunda
2. Koi wa Dynamite
3. Kimi to Mita Hoshi
4. Kimagure Romantic (Cover)
5. Happy Summer Wedding (Cover / Ai Kago, Tontsukatan Morimoto with N0VA☆CHAN)
6. Arino Mama no Boku wa Kimi ni Ai o Tsutaeteikunda
■ 'Idol wa nareru toki ni nare~tsu♪'
Idol wa nareru toki ni nare~tsu♪: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5NqfVq3fKn-uc--GQ4w3-6C3yiNZdRHF
Currently streaming on the 'Oshi Ose! Channel,' which has over 230,000 YouTube subscribers. With former Morning Musume member Ai Kago and comedian Tontsukatan Morimoto as MCs, the show closely follows N0VA☆CHAN's journey since its formation. Besides tackling variety show projects in the studio, it candidly reveals their lesson scenes, daily lives, and even activity costs. It portrays their challenge to achieve the grand goal of 'disbanding if they cannot hold a concert at the Budokan within two years.'
List of Performers
MC: Ai Kago (Former Morning Musume)
A former member of Morning Musume. She shares fashion and daily life on Instagram (@ai.1988kg / 253k followers) and X (@lovbus). In October 2025, she made a talked-about appearance on London Hearts for the first time in 17 years. She has also appeared on popular variety shows like Cream Nantara, Achi-kochi Audrey, and Guru-Nai, gathering much attention. On November 23, 2025, she held 'Ai Kago born in Nara ~25th Year Homecoming~' at the Yamatotakada Sazanka Hall in her hometown of Nara. She continues her entertainment activities energetically and has strong support from her fans.
【Social Media】
X: https://x.com/lovbus
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ai1988kg
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ai.1988kg/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kagoai_official
MC: Tontsukatan Morimoto
Born January 9, 1990. From Tokyo. Belongs to Production Jinrikisha. A graduate of Jinrikisha's comedy training school, School JCA 21st class. Currently active on TV, radio, and Y