[Conveying Your Love💖] Fan Letter Writing Manual

Hello! This is the IZANAMI Editorial Department!

“I want to write a fan letter to my favorite!”

But if it's your first time, you might be wondering how to write one, right?💦

It's okay even for beginners!
This time, we will talk about how to write a fan letter💕

⚡Check this before you start writing! Things to keep in mind

You definitely don't want to make your favorite sad or upset with the fan letter you sent, right?😭

First, let's review the manners and things to be careful about!

1. Do not give advice or criticism from a superior perspective

Saying things like “I was disappointed by that response” or “You should update your social media more” is a no-go!

Even if you think you are writing it for your favorite's own good,negative content will almost always make your favorite feel uncomfortable…💦

It is important to convey your support with positive words andto look at it objectively from the perspective of how your favorite will feel when they receive it!✨

2. Do not make requests that pressure them for a reply

While there are cases where you might get a reply,please be aware that fan letters are basically one-way communication📢

It is something to be grateful for that they even take the time to read it amidst their busy schedule.
Don't forget to be thankful and try to maintain a humble attitude💕

Please, by all means, do not pressure them for a reply or demand individual fan service, anddo not make requests that would be a burden to your favorite!

3. Writing your contact information is a no-go

Hoping for a chance, writing personal contact information like your phone number or LINE ID is also a breach of etiquettea breach of etiquette⚡

In many cases, managers or agency staff check the contents beforehand. To prevent trouble,if personal information is written, it may be discarded before it reaches your favorite💦

A fan letter is not a tool to connect with your favorite. Please know your place as a fan and keep it strictly to conveying your feelings of support.

4. Don't write too much

When you have strong feelings for your favorite idol, you'll have a lot you want to write about, right?

However, if it becomes a massive amount, like 10 or more pages of stationery, it will take time to read and might burden your favorite idol💦

Carefully select what you want to convey and try to keep it to about 2 or 3 pages of stationery!

5. Make sure to check the address properly

The address for fan letters is often listed on the official website or in fan club newsletters, so please check there first.

There may also be announcements about items that cannot be accepted. If you want to enclose something in your fan letter, don't forget to check this too👀

If you can't find the information, please contact the official office!

Also, when writing the address, be sure to include the building name and floor number! Be careful, as omitting them might mean it won't be delivered✨

💗Structure for a Fan Letter That Conveys Your Feelings

Since you're going to the trouble, you want to write content that will make your favorite idol happy, right?

Here, I will introduce an example of a sentence structure that is easy to convey.
I hope this will be helpful when you are thinking about the content of your fan letter💕

1. Opening greeting
If it's your first time sending one, start with "Nice to meet you" or "Hello!"
You can also add a quick note like "I'm writing a letter for the first time"✨
From the second time onwards, it's great to say something like "I always enjoy watching your live performances"

2. Brief self-introduction, such as your name and how long you've been a fan
Briefly state your name and how long you've been supporting them, like "My name is XX! I became a fan after seeing XX!" or "I've been supporting you since your debut!"

3. Things you want to convey to your favorite idol, such as feelings of gratitude (main part)
Write about what you like about your favorite idol, your feelings of gratitude, and messages of support✨ It's easier to write if you include specific details, such as "I was thrilled by your intense acting in XX" or "I get energized when I listen to XX-kun's songs when I'm feeling down"💕

4. About your favorite idol's future activities
If their next activity has been decided, express your feelings of continued support again, such as "Congratulations on starring in XX! I'm looking forward to the release"🤞

5. Closing words
Conclude with a message of concern for your favorite idol or positive words, such as "Please continue to take care of your health and do your best!" or "I wish for XX-kun's continued success."

Of course, it doesn't have to be exactly like this! In any case, the most important thing is to carefully convey your message of support as a fan✨

🦄Just This! 5 Steps to Writing a Fan Letter

Now that you've checked the etiquette and structure, you're ready to write your fan letter!
From here, I'll introduce the process from preparing your materials to actually sending it💕

[Step 1] Prepare envelopes and stationery

If your favorite member has a signature color or motif, choosing a design that matches their image is a great idea◎

If you send them regularly, using the same design for your stationery and envelopes can help you be remembered and recognized!

When celebrating a birthday, switching your usual stationery to a cute birthday card might make them happy✨

Don't forget to prepare a sticker to place over the glued area to ensure it's sealed securely💕

[Step 2] Organize what you want to tell your favorite member in bullet points

Before you start writing, first organize what you want to convey in bullet points.

If you write it on the fly, there's a high chance you'll make a mistake, and you'll end up wasting the stationery you went to the trouble of preparing💦

While keeping the "easy-to-understand structure" mentioned earlier in mind, summarizing what you want to write for each section will help clear your thoughts💕

If you're worried, try writing the whole text on a separate piece of paper first; this allows you to check the content of your fan letter more concretely and significantly reduces mistakes✨

[Step 3] Keep the number of pages low and prioritize readability when writing the final version

As mentioned earlier, try to keep the length to about 2 to 3 sheets of stationery.

If you crowd the text too much, it will be hard to read, so if it looks like it might get cramped, choosing stationery with thinner ruled lines in advance is also a good idea◎

If it ends up being long, it is thoughtful to number the pages at the bottom of the letter or add a brief note like, "Sorry for the long letter."✨

If you are drafting with a mechanical pencil and writing it out in ink later, be careful of ink smudging! Make sure it is completely dry before erasing the pencil marks.💕

[Step 4] Read it over yourself and check for mistakes

Once you have finished writing, try reading it out loud to yourself!

Check to see if it looks too cramped, if the grammar or particles are correct, and if any expressions are difficult to understand.

If everything looks good, your fan letter is complete!✨

If there are multiple pages, be careful with the order of the stationery when putting them in the envelope, and seal it carefully with all your love for your favorite idol.💕

[Step 5] Handing over or mailing the fan letter

Finally, it is time to deliver your fan letter to your favorite idol!

I have put together a final checklist for both cases—handing it over directly at a venue or mailing it—so please use it as a reference.✨

✅ Final checklist before sending (if handing over directly)

✅ Final checklist before sending (if mailing)

Especially when mailing, be careful because insufficient postage or an incorrect address will cause it to be returned to you (and if your own address is also incorrect, it cannot even be returned).💦

Please refer to the table below!✨ *Rates are current as of July 2023

If you want to know more detailed rate tables, please check the Japan Post website. You can even simulate the postage costs!👀

If you are still worried, I recommend taking it directly to the post office counter!💕

💌 Let's convey your love with a heartfelt letter!

This time, I talked about how to write a fan letter to your favorite!

Just thinking about what to write or what would make them happy is exciting, isn't it!

I hope you can send a wonderful fan letter filled with your feelings💕

If you have any other personal experiences like "this is what I wrote that made them happy," please let me know in the comments🤞

Thank you for reading until the end!