HONG KONG (26 May 2012). Yoshiki, leader of legendary visual rock band X Japan, attended the unveiling ceremony of his wax figure in Madame Tussauds Hong Kong today. Mesmerized by the striking resemblance and liveliness of his wax figure which will be shown in Hong Kong for a limited time only, Yoshiki couldn‟t help asking himself "Am I looking at the mirror?'
Considered Asia's most influential musical artist and biggest rock icon, Yoshiki is a songwriter, drummer and classically trained pianist and composer. He is the leader of one of Japan‟s most successful rock bands, X Japan, which has sold more than 30 million singles and albums combined and filled the 55,000-seat Toyko Dome a record 18 times. Beyond X Japan, Yoshiki‟s diverse musical achievements range from composing and conducting for the 2005 World Expo's opening ceremonies to writing the theme song for the Golden Globes which aired in 190 countries this year.
Borrowed from Madame Tussauds Tokyo, Yoshiki's wax figure, dressed in a stunning rock and roll outfit costs 19 million Japanese Yen (approximately HK$ 1.9 million) and took approximately four months from the sitting to finishing. The professional team flew to Paris and London to get accurate measurements of Yoshiki right down to the finest details like his eye color and hair style. Hundreds of photos were taken as reference. "When I met 'the other me' for the first time in Tokyo last year, I was amazed by the total resemblance. It looks exactly like me! And I feel honored to have my wax figure exhibited in Hong Kong. It has been months since I last visited Hong Kong to meet the media and my beloved fans here. Today is definitely an important moment I have been looking forward to", said Yoshiki during the ceremony.
Renowned for his stunningly photogenic face, Yoshiki gave a finishing touch to his wax figure by applying eyeliner and revealed, "I haven't apply eyeliner on my own for such a long time, what a happy moment." Rock and roll outfits is Yoshiki‟s favorite when he is off stage.
Kelly Mak, General Manager of Madame Tussauds Hong Kong said, "It is our honor to have Yoshiki, the leader of legendary visual rock band X Japan, here with us in Madame Tussauds Hong Kong today to witness the debut appearance of his wax figure in Hong Kong. Meanwhile, this is also the first time Madame Tussauds display Japanese artist wax figure. Madame Tussauds Hong Kong synonymous with "the famous home of the famous", offers guests the opportunity to enjoy an intimate and interactive encounter with their favourite artists. Now, X Japan fans can meet Yoshiki up close and be dazzled by his breathtaking charm at any time." Madame Tussauds Hong Kong also prepared a surprise souvenir - a pair of drum stick, which embedded the name of Madame Tussauds Hong Kong and the date of today's ceremony.
The wax figure of Yoshiki will be displayed in Madame Tussauds Hong Kong from 26 May till the end of 2012.
Credits: madametussauds
Considered Asia's most influential musical artist and biggest rock icon, Yoshiki is a songwriter, drummer and classically trained pianist and composer. He is the leader of one of Japan‟s most successful rock bands, X Japan, which has sold more than 30 million singles and albums combined and filled the 55,000-seat Toyko Dome a record 18 times. Beyond X Japan, Yoshiki‟s diverse musical achievements range from composing and conducting for the 2005 World Expo's opening ceremonies to writing the theme song for the Golden Globes which aired in 190 countries this year.
Borrowed from Madame Tussauds Tokyo, Yoshiki's wax figure, dressed in a stunning rock and roll outfit costs 19 million Japanese Yen (approximately HK$ 1.9 million) and took approximately four months from the sitting to finishing. The professional team flew to Paris and London to get accurate measurements of Yoshiki right down to the finest details like his eye color and hair style. Hundreds of photos were taken as reference. "When I met 'the other me' for the first time in Tokyo last year, I was amazed by the total resemblance. It looks exactly like me! And I feel honored to have my wax figure exhibited in Hong Kong. It has been months since I last visited Hong Kong to meet the media and my beloved fans here. Today is definitely an important moment I have been looking forward to", said Yoshiki during the ceremony.
Renowned for his stunningly photogenic face, Yoshiki gave a finishing touch to his wax figure by applying eyeliner and revealed, "I haven't apply eyeliner on my own for such a long time, what a happy moment." Rock and roll outfits is Yoshiki‟s favorite when he is off stage.
Kelly Mak, General Manager of Madame Tussauds Hong Kong said, "It is our honor to have Yoshiki, the leader of legendary visual rock band X Japan, here with us in Madame Tussauds Hong Kong today to witness the debut appearance of his wax figure in Hong Kong. Meanwhile, this is also the first time Madame Tussauds display Japanese artist wax figure. Madame Tussauds Hong Kong synonymous with "the famous home of the famous", offers guests the opportunity to enjoy an intimate and interactive encounter with their favourite artists. Now, X Japan fans can meet Yoshiki up close and be dazzled by his breathtaking charm at any time." Madame Tussauds Hong Kong also prepared a surprise souvenir - a pair of drum stick, which embedded the name of Madame Tussauds Hong Kong and the date of today's ceremony.
The wax figure of Yoshiki will be displayed in Madame Tussauds Hong Kong from 26 May till the end of 2012.
Credits: madametussauds
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