- Kroi
- New Release
Kroi Releases New Single “Method” as Opening Theme for TV Anime SAKAMOTO DAYS Part 2— Music Video Out Now!
July 16, 2025 - Kroi released their brand-new single “Method”, serving as the opening theme for the TV anime SAKAMOTO DAYS Part 2, along with its official music video. The music video, directed by filmmaker Taichi Kimura, was shot using 40 iPhones arranged in a 360-degree setup inside a studio occupied solely by the five band members. The result is a dynamic, high-tension video that spotlights Kroi’s essence—their powerful live performance. SAKAMOTO DAYS, the anime featuring Kroi’s “Method” as its opening theme, is an extremely popular series that has surpassed 8 million copies in circulation. The story is about Taro Sakamoto, a former legendary hitman, who now fights alongside his allies to protect the peaceful daily life he shares with his beloved family from relentless assassins in this hitman solid action story. In Part 2, the story heats up with a three-way showdown between Taro Sakamoto (voiced by Tomokazu Sugita) and his crew at the Sakamoto store, the elite strike team known as “ORDER,” and a mysterious assassin killer called “X” (Slur, voiced by Daisuke Namikawa), who sets loose a group of death row convicts. Now streaming worldwide on Netflix, the anime has been generating global buzz...
- aiko
- Press
aiko Celebrates 27th Anniversary with Official TikTok Launch and Special Playlist
On July 17, aiko marked the 27th anniversary of her debut — and to celebrate, she launched her official TikTok account. Be sure to give it a follow and stay tuned to see what kind of content she'll be posting in the days to come. To commemorate this milestone, a special aiko 27th Anniversary Playlist is now available across major streaming platforms. The playlist features 27 carefully selected tracks, each chosen by staff members at her label, PONY CANYON, who picked songs that hold personal meaning to them in celebration of aiko’s incredible career. Take a listen and celebrate her anniversary together by diving into her rich discography. aiko has also announced her upcoming hall tour, aiko Live Tour “Love Like Pop vol.25”, which kicks off on January 15, 2026, at J:COM Hall Hachioji in Tokyo and wraps up on June 30, 2026, at Festival Hall in Osaka. The 37-show tour will visit 21 venues in 19 cities across Japan, marking her first hall tour in nearly two years. Advance ticket reservations (for the first half of the tour) are now open exclusively to members of her official fan club, Baby Peenats. For more details, check out aiko’s official social...
- go!go!vanillas
- New Release
go!go!vanillas’ new song “Dandelion” has been selected as the ending theme for the Season 1 Part 2 TV anime SAKAMOTO DAYS.
go!go!vanillas’ latest track “Dandelion” has been selected as the ending theme of the TV anime SAKAMOTO DAYS. SAKAMOTO DAYS is an extremely popular series that has surpassed 8 million copies in circulation. The story is about Taro Sakamoto, a former legendary hitman, who now fights alongside his allies to protect the peaceful daily life he shares with his beloved family from relentless assassins in this hitman solid action story. The newly released main trailer (ver.2) features part of “Dandelion,” the new ending theme by go!go!vanillas. Regarding the theme, the band commented: “We were truly happy to receive this opportunity as fans of the series. The ending theme ‘Dandelion’ was not created to reflect Sakamoto’s active side as a hitman, but to focus on the quiet peace and the price that follows after the fight ends and he returns home.” The lyrics, written by vocalist/guitarist Tatsuya Maki, highlight the way Taro Sakamoto lives his life. Please look forward to more information on “Dandelion,” and be sure to check out go!go!vanillas’ upcoming tours and music festival appearances. [embed]https://youtu.be/ZCHwvfQlQ4M?si=Tp4eIwtqf1XQlyTB[/embed] Full comment from go!go!vanillas: “Weekly Shonen Jump has taught me how to live my life since I was a child. The...
- Ako
- New Release
Ako’s first anime tie-in! She will perform the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime Me and the Alien MuMu, airing this summer!
Singer-songwriter Ako will perform the new opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime Me and the Alien MuMu, which begins airing on July 2. The newly written song, titled “MOVE MOVE,” marks Ako’s first-ever anime tie-in. Me and the Alien MuMu is a “super spectacle x household appliances x cat comedy” that follows MuMu, a cat-like alien who travels to Earth from a distant galaxy, and the chaotic adventures that unfold with the main character Sakurako and her friends. A preview of the song can be heard in the latest promo video, now available on the anime’s official YouTube channel. Stay tuned for more details, including the release date of the track. NEW SINGLE “MOVE MOVE” — Streaming starts July 9 Streaming URL: https://lnk.to/ako_move_movePlease note: Until July 9 (Wed) at 12:00 AM, only Apple Music “Pre-add” and Spotify “Pre-save” are available. Me and the Alien MuMu [embed]https://youtu.be/2PwcqtEZ2-4[/embed] ©宮下裕樹・少年画報社／京急大学人類再生研究会Official Website：https://ucyujin-mumu.com/ Official X：https://x.com/ucyujinmu2 Official YouTube：https://www.youtube.com/@mumu-anime Official Instagram：https://www.instagram.com/ucyujinmu2/ Official TikTok：https://www.tiktok.com/@ucyujinmu2
- Band-Maid
- For International Customers
A Must-Watch for Fans! BAND-MAID Drops “Ready to Rock” Anime MV to Celebrate the Final Episode of Rock Is a Lady’s Modesty!
Global rock phenomenon BAND-MAID has unveiled a special music video to mark the broadcast of the final episode of the TV anime Rock Is a Lady’s Modesty, for which they provided the explosive opening theme, “Ready to Rock.” Set to the full version of “Ready to Rock,” the newly released video follows the anime’s storyline, showcasing key moments such as how the characters come together and the intense live performance scenes — made all the more impressive by the fact that BAND-MAID themselves handled the motion capture and recording. While the previously released non-credit opening sequence had already wowed fans with its exhilarating visuals, this special version dives deeper into the anime’s world through BAND-MAID’s dynamic sound. As a unique tie-in that fuses BAND-MAID’s signature hard rock with anime storytelling, this special music video is a must-watch for both fans of the band and the series, serving as the perfect recap of one of this season’s most talked-about shows. On top of this, BAND-MAID recently announced their new single “What is justice?”, which will serve as the ending theme for the upcoming anime TOUGEN ANKI. Scheduled for release on July 18, this marks their third consecutive anime tie-in over three...
- TOMOO
- New Release
TOMOO to Release New Song “LUCKY” as the Ending Theme for Kyoto Animation’s Upcoming Series CITY THE ANIMATION!
TOMOO’s new single “LUCKY” is set to be released on July 2, 2025. “LUCKY” has also been chosen as the ending theme for the upcoming TV anime CITY THE ANIMATION, produced by Kyoto Animation and airing from July 6.Based on the manga by Keiichi Arawi, CITY THE ANIMATION is a girl-run comedy that follows the quirky everyday lives of a variety of colorful characters living in an otherwise ordinary “CITY.” In creating “LUCKY” for the ending theme, TOMOO commented:“While reading CITY, I found myself laughing out loud—then suddenly, I was overcome by an indescribable emotion. I sat down at the piano, humming instinctively, and the chorus melody just came to me. I really love the people in this town. I kept thinking how much I wanted to be part of it too, how glad I am to have encountered it—and with those feelings, I wrote ‘LUCKY.’” Starting this November, TOMOO will embark on her largest-ever tour to date: TOMOO HALL TOUR 2025–2026.For ticket details and venue information, be sure to visit TOMOO’s official website and social media. Don’t miss the chance to join her fan club and secure your tickets early. TOMOO’s Comment“While reading CITY, I found myself laughing out...
- New Release
Furui Riho’s first-ever anime tie-in song “Hello” to be released in advance!
Furui Riho has announced the advance digital release of her new song “Hello,” ahead of the July 30 release of her upcoming four-track single of the same name. The title track “Hello” has been selected as the opening theme for the TV anime CITY THE ANIMATION, which premieres on July 6. Written specifically for the series, it marks Furui Riho’s first contribution to an anime production. The song will be available for streaming and download starting July 7, in sync with the anime’s debut. Additionally, the second promotional video for CITY THE ANIMATION has been released. Offering a glimpse into the anime’s rich world, the PV also features a preview of “Hello.” Don’t miss it! "Hello" pre-release streaming on Monday, July 7, 2025 Pre-add / Pre-save “Hello” here:https://furuiriho.lnk.to/hello_pre CITY THE ANIMATION [embed]https://youtu.be/YP17uvO9amU?si=Hw-ROWd--RcM87ND[/embed] Artist Information HP：https://www.furuiriho.com/ X：https://x.com/furui_riho/ Instagram：https://www.instagram.com/furui_riho/ YouTube：https://www.youtube.com/@Furui_Riho/ TikTok：https://www.tiktok.com/@furui_riho/
- toconoma
- Live/Event
toconoma Announces Asia Tour and Tokyo Finale as Second Leg of “ISLAND” Tour, Following First Full Album in Four Years!
In November 2024, instrumental band toconoma released ISLAND, their first full-length album in four years. Following the album’s release, the band launched their nationwide “ISLAND” tour across six cities in Japan. As the second leg of the tour, they’ll take the stage in seven cities across Asia before wrapping up with a final show at Spotify O-EAST in Tokyo on September 21. Starting in July, toconoma will tour Shanghai, Beijing, Yogyakarta, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Taipei, and Seoul, culminating in the Tokyo finale. Their fifth album, ISLAND, marks their first since VISTA four years ago. The album was created amidst their unique lifestyle of balancing full-time jobs with their musical pursuits—a rhythm they've maintained since forming the band. The title ISLAND reflects their ambition to deliver Japan’s distinctive emotional musicality, infused with danceable beats, to a global audience. Keep an eye on toconoma as they continue expanding their worldwide presence as an instrumental powerhouse. toconoma 5th ALBUM “ISLAND” WORLD TOUR 5th album “ISLAND” now on sale! Purchase here: https://lnk.to/ISLAND_CD DL & STREAMING: https://lnk.to/toconoma_ISLAND [embed]https://youtu.be/M0FdCegS0_k?si=zrhlBWewuRKTEXAE[/embed] Artist Information Official HP: https://toconoma.xii.jp/ Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@toconoma1 Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ toconomagram/ Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toconoma/ Official X: https://x.com/toconoman/ Official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@toconoma_jp
