YOASOBI

One of Japan's foremost contemporary novelists. Known for his distinctive style blending reality and fantasy in works such as 'Norwegian Wood,' '1Q84,' and 'Killing Commendatore.' His works have been translated into over 50 languages, and he is perennially mentioned as a Nobel Prize in Literature candidate.

A Japanese music genre that flourished from the late 1970s to the 1980s, characterized by sophisticated urban sounds. Key artists include Tatsuro Yamashita, Mariya Takeuchi, and Miki Matsubara. It experienced a global revival in the late 2010s through internet rediscovery.

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 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 Japanese music duo consisting of composer Ayase and vocalist ikura (Lilas Ikuta), known for their unique concept of turning novels and short stories into songs. Their 2019 debut single 'Yoru ni Kakeru' (Racing into the Night) became a viral sensation, surpassing 1 billion YouTube views and establishing them as a leading force in Japanese pop music. Their 2023 single 'Idol,' created as the opening theme for the anime Oshi no Ko, shattered global records by becoming the first Japanese-language song to reach No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200 chart. YOASOBI represents the new generation of Japanese artists who leverage digital platforms and anime tie-ups to achieve unprecedented international reach.

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.