Alice Otsu
Questions & answers
Questions about her stage names, dance background, early music recordings and motorcycle interests.
Are Alice Otsu and ARIS the same performer?
Yes. She introduced herself as 乙アリス in her film work and ARIS in BLACK DIAMOND’s music interviews.
Where is Alice Otsu from?
Her agency profile lists Chiba Prefecture, Japan, as her place of origin.
When is her birthday?
Her agency profile gives December 19, 1993.
Did she study dance before joining an idol group?
She has spoken about classical ballet in childhood and belly dance during university.
Which idol group did she leave in March 2023?
She graduated from Marshmallow 3d+ on March 11, 2023.
Why did she audition for BLACK DIAMOND?
She was attracted by the project’s international ambitions and wanted a new opportunity to reach audiences abroad.
What were BLACK DIAMOND’s debut songs?
Super Duper and hungry spider were released together on March 21, 2023, with ARIS in the original lineup.
What musical role did ARIS often take?
She frequently handled rap passages. Her bandmates specifically discussed her rap contribution to ROPE.
How did she approach English-language songs?
She said singing in English was difficult and that ANRI often helped her with the language.
Is ARIS still a member of BLACK DIAMOND?
She left in February 2024, before the group’s first headline concert at Zepp DiverCity.
Which motorcycles did she discuss owning?
In a May 2024 interview she spoke about a white Honda CBR250RR and a Honda GROM 125.
Did she race at Fuji Speedway?
The interview described visiting Fuji Speedway as an ambition. It did not establish a racing appearance.