Did a 2chan Post Record Her Last Words?

On a brisk early morning in 2007, a 2chan user was outside in Shinjuku. Passing through an alleyway behind a hospital, they began to hear something unusual. Singing. Described as beautiful but haunting. This 2chan user became spooked and ultimately fled. At around 5 a.m., they made a post sharing what they heard. The response, and revelations that would follow, catalog this post in infamy as one of the most disturbing things shared around the site.
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[@anaveragegamer359]

what was the music used during the paterion part

[@j3j3monbuster]

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[@AtrocityEquine01]

It's rather comforting that despite being close to death, she was still doing what she loved the most in the end. And I think that's what matters.

[@SakuraStardust]

There are a lot of sources online, some from people who knew her at the hospital, that talk about how optimistic and creative she was, even in her final days. She was a very inspiring person for sure.

[@THICCTHICCTHICC]

Yeah even if it didn't go exactly as the copypasta described, it's still likely the truth was pretty similar

[@theguystealingyourinternet3712]

Damn I really cried thinking that her last words were a song of encouragement only to find out the story was hashed out in like a minute for content, the internet really sucks sometimes

[@SakuraStardust]

This is why I find it so disturbing. People suck. However, many working at the hospital DID confirm she sang Makenaide to herself a lot, so there’s that.

[@laithraihan]

As someone who's a fan a ZARD for around a decade now Im glad more people are appreciating her even today. Thank you for making this video 💜

[@bylethfunnyjojo2451]

Hi Laith…. You’re famous…..

[@laithraihan]

@@bylethfunnyjojo2451 Hi Byleth.... I'm famous.....

[@dooshmasta]

Fan for about 3 decades here. Glad people outside of Japan have listened to their music.

[@strawberrifem]

LAITH

[@philtkaswahl2124]

It's just painfully tragic. She was grappling with a terminal illness but meeting it with a positive outlook and optimism many would find hard to keep in such a situation, only to then die in an accident descending from a place she found as a comfort. Still, said undaunted spirit is admirable and is likely how she became so successful in the first place.

[@tsubakichan]

Man - I knew she had passed away but definitely didn't know the story. And I didn't know her original upbringing and story of how she became a model and singer - thanks for all your research! I stopped following Japanese culture around 2006'ish but it's fascinating how many of your vids speak to my time period.

[@ceriserosaria]

Some songs from ZARD were used in Detective Conan intro's and endings. They were always so beautiful.

[@MissMeggarz142]

Hey Sista Sakura! I'm so glad you've been offering even more of your extremely awesome content. (It is awesome to finally see you on camera too!) I love learning about the less known stories behind Japanese culture. My son is turning 16 in two weeks and mine is the day before his. We are making travel plans to go to Japan as a graduation present. Watching your channel is fantastic for learning about what we American tourist might look over and miss out on. Please stay safe and we look forward to all you may share with us in the future. 🤗💜

[@SakuraStardust]

Thank you so much for the kind words!! Hope you both enjoy Japan and tell your son an early Happy Birthday for me!!

[@Undertalepotatochip]

What a sweet and kind person 😢 Poor girl deserved a long and happy life

[@MasterNightwolfsDen]

this wasn't creepy, disturbing or scary really. It was really sad and very heartbreaking she seemed like a very kind and talent woman taken from the world to soon :(

[@flagfighter]

Wait a minute... I've heard Makenaide before! Ryu☆ (Bemani song producer) made a remix of it, and Omoi (Vocaloid producer) also made a cover of it with Miku. It's a fantastic song. I can't believe I never listened to the original until now. Knowing the story behind the singer makes it feel very bittersweet now.

[@8saiharamasukoi]

Oh my god!!! Is that where I've heard it?It sounds so familiar! I need to look up this Ryu☆ remix, but so many other ZARD songs sound so, so familiar to me too

[@xoxoxovaivaivai]

makenaide was the song to lift japans spirit when it was going through a crisis in the 90s, so it's pretty popular with the japanese

[@Pigpen_YT]

Great video! I know it was only a minor point in the video but it's always saddening to hear about how many people living in Japan view age and women. I get it's also a thing in the U.S and other parts of the world but it's always sad hearing about how idols lie about their ages to seem younger, how unmarried women in their 30s are viewed as less desirable, etc. Hopefully this all changes one day.

[@SakuraStardust]

I agree. As someone in their late 20’s myself I truly hope there comes a time when women are not devalued simply due to their age in the public eye

[@the-scarlet-queen]

RIP Izumi, she seems really amazing and died so young. I've never heard of ZARD but I'm gonna check out their stuff now

[@Bifito]

Loved her cover of Dan Dan Kokoro Hikareteku, she had a beautiful voice.

[@vitoroliveira3248]

Good video, Sakura. ZARD is one of my favourite acts of all time. I understand people wishing for her last moments to be beautiful, but I think that the homage made to her during the What a Beautiful Memory concert is truly the best homage that could be made to an artist. A lonely mic with the band covering her songs, really feels like when we go through the photos of the dearly departed. Funny thing, but my first indirect contact with ZARD was through Dragon Ball GT, where she the lyricist of the opening ("Dan Dan Kokoro Hikareteku") and the singer of the second ending ("Don't You See", my favourite song of hers to this day), and I would just know the band properly just years later when I started consuming japanese music routinely.

[@Gogurtcereal]

Oh my god this is heartbreaking 😢 I had no idea she died I love her music so much!! Also, excellent video once again!!!

[@mbank3832]

I still loved Zard's performance for one of Cooking Master Boy's theme songs

[@Mabaws-ju9wp]

Don't Forget She with Her band Zard also performed Detective Conan/Case Closed OSTs too.

[@Imafreeloufa]

Thank you for another awsome video. Ironic enough i havent listened to ZARD yet, but i had just added them to my playlist before watching. Its unfortunate but may she rest in peace, her soul seemed beautiful.

[@catboymreeow6043]

Ah I knew I recognized her in the thumbnail! Its heartbreaking learning what happened to her..this video informed me on lots of things I hadn't known!

[@a-ghost-named-Anna]

Already in disbelief because you said the 2-channer was outside.

[@thatsonyou6093]

Right

[@Gogurtcereal]

Lol

[@Guro-Blue-kun]

Yes! Love this series ^-^// Thanks for your hardwork and great content, yet again! 💙 (Edit.: Hope things get less hectic & stressful soon enough, take care!)

[@QualityPeepersRodan]

Heartbreaking. What a dark mystery with a tragic conclusion. It has been lovely seeing you again you are a very talented filmmaker ❤

[@internationalchannel4life270]

I used to do an anime related podcast back in 2007 talking about her death when it happened. I wish I can find it. Keep up the good work! 👍

[@IzumiiWasHere]

I've Been A Zard Fan For Awhile Going So Far To Name Myself After Izumi I Heard Abt What Happened to Her Before Her Untimely Demise And To Me It Was Pretty Sad That This Happened to Her And I Must Say I'm So Glad You Covered Izumi's Story Since She Means So much To Me As An Artist And I Always Wanted To Learn More Abt Her And Again I am Glad and Thankful You Created This Video!

[@KingaKucyk]

To dramatise someone's death so much is disgusting. May this wonderful tallent, beautifull woman and wonderful soul rest in peace 💔

[@Mabaws-ju9wp]

Izumi Sakai's Voice were kinda bittersweet. She sang ballads and top of that her voice matches the type of voice that very commercially success and define 90s J-pop. Although she also sang more upbeat songs too.

[@TheSpiritBeaver]

Just leaving my weekly comment. Thanks for another amazing video!

[@jecka1021]

No no no no no no Hearing this story hurts like hell. Thanks to Detective Conan, I've looked into her work so I knew about Izumi Sakai and her Legacy. Thanks for making this video. あの微笑みを忘れないで Forget your worries and gimme your smile

[@Gogurtcereal]

Detective Conan and DBGT are how I knew Zard myself

[@ankokunokayoubi]

ZARD has many of their songs featured in Conan movies, and not counting the op/ed themes too

[@relathan1]

Your videos just keep getting better and better! Excellent work.

[@hironyx]

zard is one of those bands that i still put their music on occasionally when i wanna listen to jpop. i was devastated when i found out sakai died years ago. gone too young.

[@parkb5320]

Walking in Shinjuku anywhere without another person in sight? I can’t suspend my disbelief that much. I’ve lived in Japan, a small town in Tokyo and no matter what time of day or night it is, there are always people walking the streets. There is no such thing as walking the streets alone even in a small town in Tokyo, much less in a crowded city like Shinjuku.

[@SakuraStardust]

Agreed haha. I remember walking in Ochanomizu/Kanda at 2 a.m. and still seeing people.

[@aminfinate8472]

I remember Zard being singing a lot for Det Conan Opening, Ending and Movie song during early 2000s. The last song I remember would be Tsubasa wo Hirogete, an ending song for Det Conan movie 12.

[@valeriansage]

fantastic song honestly...saw that movie too

[@kennycringeworthy]

Her voice is so distinct and unique, truly was one in a million.

[@Dodong0]

Oh man… two sentences in, I already know who you were talking about. Such a tragic loss… only good thing is that Japan is keeping her legacy alive. Sad that it was happening when she was contemplating a comeback.

[@Unquestionable]

I'm happy her memory lives on in a positive manner, was getting a little worried towards the end of the video. Copypasta or not it's very clear she was looked upon as someone who wanted to spread good vibes no matter the situation.

[@meloncolies]

thank you for introducing your audience to ZARD. her music has made a profound impact on me, she is remembered very fondly ❤

[@Undertalepotatochip]

Those Patreon shoutouts are so cute ☺️ Good luck with all the life stress stuff!

[@fufu5068]

Dragon Ball GT introduced me to Zard. She did the beautiful ED. I will forever remember that song.

[@Gogurtcereal]

Dan Dan!!!!

[@valeriansage]

I highly suggest TODAY IS ANOTHER DAY album to those who want to listen to her songs. Best album of her in my opinion

[@spiderboithefirst1271]

I love this video as well! Great job and keep it up.

[@claygarrett9637]

My day has been horrible until I saw you uploaded a new video. Thank you so much for making it better.

[@SakuraStardust]

So sorry to hear that. Hope the rest of your day ends up being great :)

[@claygarrett9637]

@@SakuraStardust Thank you so much. I can’t believe you replied. I feel honored. You have inspired me to learn Japanese. I’m just learning how to read and write. Thank you for all the hard work you do.

[@SakuraStardust]

@@claygarrett9637 It truly means so much to me when I receive comments and messages like this! Best of luck in your language-learning journey! I highly recommend the Genki textbooks to help you learn the language. They're the books I used in my own studies

[@claygarrett9637]

@@SakuraStardust Thank you for the suggestion. I’ll get them. The book I have isn’t the best. It only has an introduction explaining a few things then is just characters and space to practice. It’s called A Guide to Reading and Writing Japanese by Florence Sakade. I better quit replying. You are busy moving. Lol

[@Wargasm99]

I enjoy eating food while watching your vids, perfect timing ❤

[@EvilRobotSteve]

I'd never heard ZARD before. I had to pause the video so I could listen to makenaide. (I get you couldn't include it due to YT's copyright) Izumi had a great voice, it's a wonderful uplifting song, and I hope it brought her happiness in her final moments.

[@Oubliettine]

Omg yeeees. 🎉 Thank you for making videos. Hey algorithm, this channel is good.

[@SakuraStardust]

Glad you like them!

[@Hiro04]

I completely forgot about the 2chan part of the video when it got into the actual story. Such a sad story.

[@supersmallchibiwolf872]

Izumi Sakai created some wonderful music. It's sad that she went through such a bad moment in her life which didn't end and lead to her passing. Also her last words being that of her song is sad and poetic. I love that she left behind many amazing songs that we all know and love today. Cool video. ^_^

[@Soleil.m]

This video made me wanna check out the band! I’ve been meaning to discover more japanese artists to listen to.

[@SakuraStardust]

They’re definitely a great group! They’re among the most iconic 90s jpop artists. If you like their stuff I also recommend Dreams Come True (my favorite Jpop group) and TRF! Noriyuki Makihara was also a big name around the same time

[@Soleil.m]

@@SakuraStardust I shall check them out. :') Thanks!

[@1ternityMind]

Sakura here with another banger video.

[@Undertalepotatochip]

Fr

[@NoelComiX]

I see Zard, I click. I love her music so much.

[@LunarWildRose]

What a sad story! May she rest in peace. ♡

[@loreelaiii]

I really enjoyed this video, but it was really sad. My grandma died of cervical cancer last october, so I couldn't help but think of her the whole time.

[@yukyuu0]

Damn, didn't know she's dead. I loved her songs especially that 'makenaide.' A year after I returned to the states....well, that's a shame. Such a big loss...

[@haraya_manawari]

this is just heartbreaking R.I.P.

[@jeremiahtorrevillas4396]

Bruh accidental fall ona hospital while undergoing chemotherapy this is sad

[@GeronimoStiltstom]

I think the saddest thing in life is people passing, especially those who impacted everyone around them in just the most specialist ways. I can only hope to lighten people lives like that

[@SonicMoon1]

Oh hell yeah new video! Let’s go! Also I really like your hair 😊

[@SakuraStardust]

Thank you! Tried to do a kind of Jolyne Cujoh/Usagi Tsukino thing XD

[@questionablecharacter2144]

YIPPPPEEEEE I'VE BEEN CRAVING SOME SAKURA STARDUST

[@tinaturnup420]

yipeeeeeeeee

[@tauhidirfani271]

my brother used to cover Zard songs with his band Sakai's death was a shock to all of the band members

[@angelamp3]

great video as always

[@SakuraStardust]

Thank you, friend!

[@EricSmiles]

Fascinating yet tragic. Thank you!

[@kkuudandere]

Whoa, this one sent a chill through me. I think it's better that the story turned out to just be a cruel copypasta, it would be even more sad otherwise... I'm glad she seems to be a really beloved person! Even the clip at 4:30 I couldn't help but suddenly think "oh, she's really cute" and she's not even doing anything haha

[@Windsguidance]

I HAVE THE SAME BIJOUX PLUSHIE❤ It's from my childhood 😊

[@Jay-zd2pz]

You have a good voice for commentary, you could be a news woman

[@SakuraStardust]

Thank you 😊 I majored in Communications, actually!

[@tombrianiversen114]

I really enjoy this video Sakura stardust owo

[@naokocoed]

new sakura video day = made

[@Gogurtcereal]

2:32 The King of Rizz, ladies and gentlemen

[@narcissusa]

Not to be disrespectful or anything but at 10:00 made me realize that I was born on Friday:0 In all case I hope Izumi rest in peace.

[@WostecGamesDie]

This actually made me sad...

[@moomoof8720]

well that was sad but very interesting story i never heard

[@skums607]

NAH IM SO EARLY ALMOST FIRST YAY. LOVE YOUR VIDS SAKURA

[@SakuraStardust]

Thank you so much, friend!

[@azdma7092]

I first heard of Makenaide from a video where a joshi pro wrestling (TJPW to be exact) announcer sang the song while waiting for a wrestler (who were late) to arrive. Also, I didn't find any of this disturbing, just tragic.

[@ianmanalus5542]

It's Sakai Izumi.. I always Listened to her song...

[@SimulatedGoat]

9:49 MAXWELL? WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE?!

[@lilgreensaki]

Early😚 btw love your videos!

[@Wnick1996]

Good luck with the moving, Sakura

[@SakuraStardust]

Thank you! I'm in the home stretch lol

[@dooshmasta]

I’ve been a Zard fan since childhood. This is awesome.

[@dooshmasta]

I’m doing a Heisei DJ set in Little Tokyo next weekend, I’ve got 負けないで and 揺れる想い on the set list. Can’t with for people to hear her songs at the show!

[@Gogurtcereal]

Wish I could have met her

[@toohorrible]

this video was done very well! Great explanation :) the perfect length and pronunciation of all the names too!

[@sr20det14]

Good informative video, and at least you clarified the truth behind the hoax. Just one correction you might want to take note of: The photo of "Daiko Nagato" you used is actually one of Tetsura Oda, a famous musician and composer who in fact wrote many of ZARD's earliest songs, including some of their greatest hits. There aren't many photos of Daiko Nagato around as he's rather low profile, but he has more of a bookish look with an old-fashioned haircut and thick glasses.

[@SakuraStardust]

Thank you very much for clarifying this!

[@no_remors3]

she looks so much better without makeup

[@Oriana_leung]

0:30 Hamster Sisi (HK naming)/Ribbon.

[@bocchi-therock]

Zard remind me Zhiend Band from anime called "Charlotte"

[@SakuraStardust]

Oh gosh one of my first videos was a review of the first episode of Charlotte back when it first aired!

[@Beefaroni_Bert]

Congrats on the big move! onward and upward!

[@dillhuang5988]

My jaw dropped when I heard Sakai Izumi's name. I grew up with her songs and thought myself to be well versed in her backstory, yet somehow my mind had totally failed to connect the dots in the first few minute of your video. Her passing was somewhat a transformative event for me and made me an outspoken supporter of HPV vaccination and cancer screening to this day, As for the copypasta, I honest don't mind as much as it shows people want to remember her for the positive side of her life if nothing else. Anyway, thank you for bringing this up in a respectful way. P.S. Nagato Daiko and his label Being was a cornerstone of 90s JPOP. If you like Zard, check out the other artists produced by Nagato such as Garnet Grow, Aiuchi Rina and WANDS. You won't be disappointed!

[@luisc.m.852]

I just realized ZARD sung the opening theme for Dragon Ball GT as I watched the video, that was pretty wild. Can't believe the lead singer went through all that, rest in peace.

[@Nosliw837]

Not necessarily disturbing, but really heartbreaking

[@joaofonseca8337]

can anyone help me recognize wheres the last track comes from? the one that plays during the patreon shoutout. its really nostalgic, but i cant remember wheres from

[@SakuraStardust]

It’s from Chrono Trigger! I believe that song is called Corridors of Time, I think 😅

[@paincult7121]

That Hamtaro plushie though!?

[@raftopg.5684]

I love the Chrono Trigger soundtrack at the end.

[@jesseludwexion1747]

I truly believe that no matter how much science continues to grow and evolve, there are forces in our reality and beyond our perception that we do not have any hope of understanding. I felt something similar once a long time ago..

[@Digital_Apparition]

hell yeah,sakura time

[@lemmygrad5425]

“Goodbye my loneliness” and “my friend” are the first songs i think of when i hear zard.

[@aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa_a]

5:47 whcih song of hers was she singing?

[@OBCWarDogs]

Is that Chrono Trigger soundtrack under the credits?

[@tylerf8518]

Commenting to help with the algorithm

[@wherewerewegaming3885]

ahhhh ZARD

[@kadentuazon3079]

Hey Sakurastardust imma new fan and I found you via videos you have about music artist in Japan (for example X Japan and meiko Nakahara) and speaking of japanese artist I was hooked on a certain artist named Cindy who was trending for a while due to a song that was so upbeat it's great (Watashitachi wo shinjite ite) but when I realized the meaning of the song it was just sooo depressing any who if you see this comment can you make a video about CINDY? It would really really realllyyyy mean a lot for meee....thank you and if you see this hope you have a good day!!!😊😊😊

[@avi4945]

everyone shhh, SAKURA-SAN POSTED!!!!

[@axelregan]

So this is the same ZARD that made a opening for Detective Conan

[@brickproduction1815]

I knew it was about Zard!

[@emirvmendoza]

3:38 teaser for the next Sakura Stardust video?