Phantom Siita lights up Manila
Just as moths are naturally drawn to light, fans of Phantom Siita are irresistibly pulled toward their unique charm. “Moth to a Flame” is a fitting title for their tour, capturing the way their haunting melodies and captivating stage presence keep audiences engaged. With every performance, they create an atmosphere that fans can’t help but be drawn into.
The Japanese idol quintet held their show at the Samsung Hall in SM Aura in January, with Manila being the second stop of their tour. Hisui, Miu, Moka, Rinka, and Mona stepped onstage in their school uniforms, and the edges of their skirts looked like flickering embers, adding a new element to their fiery performance. The show was presented by Ovation Productions.
Phantom Siita ignited the stage with their opening performance, “Just Wanna XXXX with You.” Singing along to every word, the crowd grew even more excited as the show progressed with theatrical performances. They blended eerie elements with cuteness while performing “Devilish Girl,” “Hanabami,” and “Conflicting,” staying true to their brand of being moths among butterflies.
Individual charm
Their individual charm also shone during their solo stages, where they covered Japanese city pop classics. Mona delivered a calm rendition of Seiko Matsuda’s “Blue Lagoon,” while Rinka captured the retro feel with Meiko Nakahara’s “Fantasy.” Miu performed Kenshi Yonezu’s “Kick Back,” Hisui created a mellow ambiance with Hikaru Utada’s “One Last Kiss,” and Moka took full command of the stage with Yasuha’s “Fly-day Chinatown.”
One of the standout moments was their haunting yet upbeat rendition of “Suki Suki Daisuki” by Jun Togawa, which was met with loud cheers. Whenever they sang the lyrics “Suki suki daisuki,” meaning “I like it, I love it, I love it,” the fans responded with “Ore mo!” meaning “Me too!” This was one of the most highly anticipated covers of the night, and these fan interactions made the concert even more memorable.
Their performance of “Otomodachi” was another highlight, as it took fans back to Phantom Siita’s debut. As the group’s first digital single, the song held a special place in their journey, making it a nostalgic moment for both the group and their fans.
The energy remained high throughout the night. When the fans enthusiastically chanted for an encore, the girls obliged. They performed three songs, bringing the total number of songs they performed to 19 and concluding the one-and-a-half hour show. Among them was the fan-favorite “Zoku-zoku.”
Another major moment was their cover of “Tot Musica” by Ado, their producer. Since many Phantom Siita fans are also fans of Ado, the audience went all out, singing and chanting along throughout the performance. The group expressed their gratitude to everyone who attended, bringing the theatrics-filled show to a close on a high note.
Their individual charm also shone during their solo stages, where they covered Japanese city pop classics.
