Keanu Reeves Visits Japan And Signs With Kyary Pamyu Pamyu

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu (left) and Keanu Reeves (right) watching examples of Maitake Sasuke.

Japan Premiere of “John Wick: Parabellum” was held on September 10th at TOHO Cinemas Roppongi Hills, Tokyo, where cast Keanu Reeves and director Chad Stahelski participated.

Keanu Reeves ties the mark.

This is the third installment of the “John Wick” series. Reeves, who plays the strongest hitter John Wick, will be in Japan for the first time in about two years since the promotion of the previous work. Reeves walked to the stage with a loud cheer through the auditorium, saying “Hello! Tokyo! Welcome to the John Wick: Parabellum” event.

Keanu Reeves appears at the venue.

In the movie, Stahelski choosed Kyary Pamyu Pamyu's song [Ninjari Banban] (Ninja Ri Bang Bang). In connection with that, Kyary self surprised on stage with a bouquet of flowers for Reeves and Chad Stahelski. Kyary who appeared in a costume that was conscious of ninja by the content of the work, “The action was of course cool, but I would like you to pay attention because there are many scenes with Japanese motifs”, she talked about her impressions. When Reeves, who met Kyary, said, “Ninja dress is the best,” she says with a joyful expression, “I prepared it for today.” Regarding the use of [Ninjari Banban], Stahelski said, "I was looking for a happy song that would be a good contrast to the action. When we watched the video in the editing room, everyone said it was perfect and magical. "

Keanu Reeves

Next, Stahelski was asked why he incorporated Japanese elements into the play. “Keanu and I love Akira Kurosawa's movies. I like manga and anime, and I am impressed by Bushido. I am interested in the taste of Japanese culture,” he explains. Reeves said, “I am glad that we can return the influence and passion we have received to everyone as a work”.

Keanu Reeves (right) receives a bouquet from Kyary Pamyu Pamyu (left).

Here, “Ninja” Maisuke Sasuke appears on the stage and tells Reeves how to sign. Reeves seems to be unusual as Sasuke concludes with a sign saying, “Instant, soldier, fight, person, everyone, team, fierce, present, former!”. After that, Reeves, Stahelski and Kyary made a mark along with the countdown and finally raised their voices with a voice saying [Ei!]. One act of hiding Reeves's smiling face with his hand, whether he was embarrassed by the unfamiliar behavior of what came with high tension.

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu

Lastly, Reeves called out to the fans, “It ’s actually the last place for me and the director of the“ John Wick: Parabellum ”PR. It ’s an honor to share with you.”