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ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
Formed in 1996 by members attending the same university. They began performing live mainly in the Shibuya and Shimokitazawa areas and made their major debut in 2003. In 2004, they held their first solo concert at the Nippon Budokan. As one of Japan’s leading rock bands, they have also been active overseas, embarking on tours across Europe and South America in 2015.
They are known for numerous anime theme songs, including NARUTO and BLEACH. In 2010, they drew major attention with the song “Soranin,” written as the theme for the film of the same name.
Since 2003, they have hosted their own event, “NANO-MUGEN FES.,” inviting international and up-and-coming artists and producing compilation albums, introducing fans to diverse musical styles. In 2025, they will hold “NANO-MUGEN FES.” for the first time in 11 years. This will be the first time the event is held across two countries: Japan and Indonesia.
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10-FEET
A three-piece band from Kyoto. They are known for its eclectic sound that blends melodic punk, heavy metal, reggae, hip-hop, guitar pop, and bossa nova.
Since 2007, they have hosted their own outdoor music festival “Kyoto Daisakusen” in their hometown. As an artist-run festival, it has become a staple summer event in the Kansai region and is widely loved by music fans.
Their song “Dai Zero Kan,” used as the ending theme for the film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK released in December 2022, became a massive hit both in Japan and abroad alongside the film’s success.
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Perfume
A three-member unit consisting of A~chan, Kashiyuka, and Nocchi. Formed in Hiroshima in 1999 and made their major debut in 2005.
Their 2007 single “Polyrhythm” marked their breakthrough.
In 2013, they became the first Japanese artists to perform at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.
They have also appeared at globally renowned music festivals, including Coachella 2019 and Primavera Sound 2023, earning international acclaim.
In September 2025, they will celebrate their 25th anniversary as a group and the 20th anniversary of their major debut. On September 22nd and 23rd, they will perform at the Tokyo Dome under the title “Perfume ZO/Z5 Anniversary ‘Nebula Romance’ Episode TOKYO DOME.”
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Hitsujibungaku
A three-piece alternative rock band known for their delicate yet powerful sound.
The current lineup was formed in 2017. In 2022, their song “more than words” was chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime JUJUTSU KAISEN: Shibuya Incident Arc, surpassing 100 million streams in Japan and topping charts on Apple Music and iTunes.
In 2024, their track “Burning” became the ending theme for the second season of the anime “Oshi no Ko.”
In 2025, their new song “Koe” was selected as the theme song for a Fuji Television Monday 9 PM drama.
Starting in April, they will embark on their US tour “Hitsujibungaku US West Coast Tour 2025,” followed by their largest-ever tour starting in September, “Hitsujibungaku Asia Tour 2025 Right now, right here,” including two nights at Nippon Budokan and a performance at Osaka Castle Hall.
This will be their second Asia tour following the sold-out 11-date run in 2024. They continue to gain momentum, expanding their presence both in Japan and internationally.
