In light of recent events, Ae! group fans and fans from other fandoms around the world have come together with one heartfelt mission: to show unwavering support for Keita Richard Kusama and Ae! group and express our wish to see all five members of Ae! group back together again. 💫
Dumpling Box wrote about the ongoing Fan Letter Project, organized by the Ae! group Discord server, thanks to @aegroup_viva and her team, this Fan Letter Project invites everyone — wherever you are — to send postcards directly to the FAMILY CLUB in Japan.
It’s simple, sincere, and powerful. Every postcard sent carries your voice, your hope, and your support. Together, our messages can reach Richard and remind him that the world continues to cheer for him — and for Ae! group. 🌍💌
📮 HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Below are the instructions on how to participate in the project, taken from the Discord (with permission to share).
If you need an invite to the Discord, feel free to contact @aegroup_viva.
Step 1: Prepare your postcard(s)
Step 2: Write your message of support to Richard/Ae
Step 3: Send your card(s) to this address:
〒107-8080
FAMILY CLUB内
「Aぇ! group 草間リチャード敬太」行
日本
Ae! group Kusama Richard Keita
FAMILY CLUB
Akasaka, Minato City
Tokyo, Japan, 107-8080
💌 SAMPLE MESSAGES (You can copy or personalize!)
リチャくんへ
To Richa-kun
こんにちは！(Country Name)のAぇ担です。
Hello! I’m a fan of Aぇ! group from (Country Name).
<Insert Support Message>
これからもずっと応援しています。
(I will continue to support you always.)
(Name)より
From (Name)
Sample support messages💪
1️⃣ Aぇ！groupの5人で、これからも一緒に活動してほしいです。
(I hope that Ae! group can continue activities together with all 5 members)
2️⃣ リチャくんの復帰を心から願っています。
(I sincerely hope for Richa-kun’s return to the group)
3️⃣ リチャくんがAぇ! groupに戻ってほしいです。
(I hope that Richa-kun will come back to Ae! group)
4️⃣ Aぇ! groupのDNAにはリチャくんが必要です。5人でAぇ! な未来を見たいです。
(Ae! group’s DNA needs Richa-kun. We want to see an Ae! future with all five members.)
5️⃣ リチャくんがAぇ! groupの大切な一員です。5人のAぇ! groupを応援したいです。
(Richa-kun is an important member of Ae! group. I want to support the group with all five members.)
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTES
🚫 Please do not include any mention of sensitive topics such as the arrest or related circumstances.
✅ Keep your message simple, positive, and filled with love.
💛 Include key words like 「Aぇ! group」「リチャくん」「5人」 to make your support clear.
We encourage everyone to send their postcards as soon as possible, as timing is key..
But I can’t write in Japanese or can’t send a letter! What do I do?
If you need help writing your message or translating it, feel free to reach out to the admins of the Discord server or to us at Dumpling Box. Both the Ae! group Discord server and Dumpling Box also offer to help send your letter within Japan if you’re unable to send yours from your country.
OTHER WAYS TO SHOW SUPPORT
In addition to sending postcards, you can also show your support by leaving positive and encouraging comments on Ae! group’s official social media and programs, such as:
Young Town
Acchi Kocchi Ae
Q&Ae
Official YouTube, Instagram, and other platforms!
Every kind word and supportive message helps 🫶
At Dumpling Box, we deeply admire the way fans continue to come together — not only in celebration but also in support. Projects like this remind us that fandom is about connection, compassion, and community.
Let’s fill the FAMILY CLUB mailbox with messages of love and hope for Richard, and keep believing in the bond that makes Ae! group who they are. ✨
Let’s sing endless songs and continue our story and reverberate.
Ae! International 