YOASOBI

An anime based on the manga by Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari. It depicts the light and dark sides of the entertainment industry with suspense, becoming a global hit alongside YOASOBI's theme song 'Idol.' It is an ambitious work sharply portraying the behind-the-scenes of idol culture.

An emerging singer in her twenties. Her 2021 debut song 'Usseewa' became a phenomenon-level hit, earning overwhelming support especially among younger audiences. Her distinctive vocal style, socially critical lyrics, and music sensibility developed through the Vocaloid era have brought fresh perspectives to the Japanese music scene.

Japanese pop music in 2020s. Diverse artists including YOASOBI, Ado, and King Gnu thrive. Spreading globally among younger generations through SNS like TikTok. Digital platform affinity accelerates internationalization. Representing forefront of Japanese music culture, increasingly recognized as global pop phenomenon.

A music unit comprising composer Ayase and vocalist ikura. They gained attention with their unique concept of turning novels into music, and their debut single 'Yoru ni Kakeru' was a massive hit. 'Idol' dominated global streaming charts, symbolizing a new era of international J-Pop success.

A singer-songwriter who rewrote Japanese music history. Her debut album 'First Love' holds the record for Japan's best-selling album. She pioneered a new era of J-Pop with her innovative blend of R&B and pop. She is globally recognized for her Kingdom Hearts theme songs.

A singer known for her overwhelming vocal power. Her debut single 'Usseewa' became a social phenomenon, and she provided the singing voice for 'ONE PIECE FILM RED.' With her faceless style, she represents a new form of internet-born artist and has conducted successful world tours.

Her 1998 debut First Love became Japan's best-selling album ever. She revolutionized J-pop by fusing R&B with Japanese lyrics and is globally known for Kingdom Hearts theme songs.

A unit that turns novels into songs. 'Yoru ni Kakeru' was the first to reach 1 billion streams on Billboard Japan. 'Idol' topped international charts, delivering Japanese music globally.

A representative Japanese singer-songwriter recognized as the pinnacle of Japanese pop music. Since her 1998 debut song 'Automatic,' she has garnered overwhelming support. Her complex song compositions, innovative music production, and emotionally resonant vocals have earned both domestic and international acclaim. Her music continues to influence countless artists.