^ I read the guide links posted and it seems like with the basic plan you can watch any video after the broadcast ended. None of the channels are restricted to paid only, but I think you can watch live broadcast only with the premium plan. Also they mention you can download videos from the website. I'm not 100% sure as it's a bit confusing, but this is what I understand based on the above links

If you're a premium member you can rewatch any program after its broadcast out of those programs which are available for a rewatch. Free users can rewatch only those finished broadcasts which are marked as free out of those programs which are available for a rewatch.
All of their channels are live broadcasts and you can select and watch any of those channels streams for free (with Japanese proxy if you're not in Japan). Since they state there are no paid channels, there shouldn't be any restrictions with "AbemaDELUXE" channel's live stream where Ayu's show is gonna be broadcast either. As far as I understand it's called deluxe not because it's a premium channel, but because it's channel that pops up only on a special occasions.
As for downloading videos, it's only for premium users and mostly to save traffic of smartphones and tablets by downloading in wi-fi area. It seems that the videos are protected, decrypted and have an expiration date anyway, so it's not like you can really save them for yourself or copy and share unfortunately.
Well, we'll find out for sure tomorrow :-)

Thanks for clarifying. I got that the downloading was only for premium but I missed the bit about the time limit (I guess it’s like an iTunes rent video?) The fine print was a bit confusing about what is available in terms of live vs post-broadcast availability, but there’s really only one way to find out if the CDL will be free live stream...I’ve set a reminder for myself to see if I can watch it live, so here’s hoping!

If the live stream is free, how to I get a japanese proxy to watch it? Is it complicated? I am not good at such things xD

I've installed Hoxx VPN Proxy extension to my firefox, then chose Japanese and, at least now, I am able to browse videos on Abema TV website. I am using a free option and it's stated it can be slower compared to premium plans so no guarantee for a smooth picture but I suppose it is sth. I just hope it's that simple.

You will probably need to pay for one. Free proxys often only allow like 500 MB of traffic or so and are also often waaaaaay to slow. Personally I don't want to sit there and then have a shitty video or no connection at all and rather pay for a proxy that works, but you could of course also try a free one, if it's not that important to you. I use Tunnel Bear, for example. If you're looking for a proxy because you want your privacy secured, Tunnel Bear isn't the best choice, but it works fine for me when I want to watch Japanese programmes and it's cute. lol If I remember right Tunnel Bear costs like 10$ or so per month but you can cancel anytime. I only pay when I need it and cancel afterwards.

I use NordVPN. It’s a paid service but it’s easy to use and works well. It’s also supposed to be good for privacy. I tested it out and it works for AbemaTV website (on computer) but not the AbemaTV app on mobile or iPad. I got a long term deal plan with nordvpn so it costs me very little per month, but I think you can get shorter.

Maybe the chrome extension Hola is still around? I used to use that in Japan to watch Netflix before they were available over there and I could stream no problem.

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Did you listen to the rehearsals? Spill it out :-) I'm excited about half of the set-list. The rest is either too overperformed or songs I don't care about.

Exactly. Anyway her vocal apparently leaked accidentally and delete it right after.
Should be 99% accurate

What do you mean by that?

ayu vocal post a picture which shown the setlist but not so clear. She delete it after realize it

Together When...?:luv2:luv2:luv2
My wish has been granted at last!

Ok, almost got it, but who is ayu vocal? Is it some kind of Instagram account or vocal coach??
EndOfTheWorld, I think you should use spoiler tags.

Princess

If that's the real setlist then I'm really excited! :luv2

Oh, I see! Thanks for all the info!

I will do that.:yes