Highlights of the performance of “Buster Bros!!!”, Ikebukuro Division were released from “Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle- 4th LIVE @Osaka 《Welcome to our Hood》” Blu-ray/DVD, which was released on Mar. 25, 2020.
The Blu-ray/DVD has the recordings of the 4th live of Hypnosis Mic, which was held at Osaka-jo Hall on the 7th and 8th of Sep. 2019.
The clip that was released consists of 5 songs by “Buster Bros!!!”, Ikebukuro Division, including “Ohayou Ikebukuro” (Good Morning Ikebukuro) and “IKEBUKURO WEST GAME PARK”.
Also, illustrations of the characters of the newly born Dotsuitare Honpo, Osaka Division and “Bad Ass Temple”, Nagoya Division were released on the Hypnosis Mic official website.
“Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle- 4th LIVE @Osaka 《Welcome to our Hood》” Blu-ray and DVD are now on sale. The prices are; Blu-ray at 15,000JPY (tax excluded) and DVD at 13,000JPY (tax excluded).
A promotional video of the TV anime "Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle: Rhyme Anima", which was broadcast on Abema TV during the special show "Hypnosis Mic -D.R.B- 5th LIVE @ AbemaTV《SIX SHOTS UNTIL THE DOME》", has been revealed. In addition, it was also announced that an official book will be on sale.
The live was exclusively broadcast on AbemaTV's channel "Hypnosis Mic ch" as a special show titled "Hypnosis Mic -D.R.B- 5th LIVE @ AbemaTV《SIX SHOTS UNTIL THE DOME》" on Mar. 29 (Sunday), 2020 from 7 pm. The program was seen by more than 3.7 million viewers, and the hashtag "#Abema de Hyp Mic Live" has become the world's most trending topic on Twitter.
A promo video of the TV anime "Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle: Rhyme Anima" was revealed as a "special news" at the end of the live. For the first time since this project had been started, characters were shown in their animated motion.
Furthermore, information regarding the opening theme, some BGM soundtracks, the broadcast date, and the main staff, who was involved in the project, have been announced. It is scheduled to be broadcast on TOKYO MX, BS11, Tochigi TV, Gunma TV, MBS, and other TV channels.
In addition, Hypnosis Mic's first official book "Hypnosis Mic-Division Rap Battle- Official Guide Book" is scheduled to be released.
It will contain the official information of Hypnosis Mic, including the story, the characters' description, correlation charts, glossaries, etc. It will be an enjoyable volume for fans as well as for Hypnosis Mic's beginners.
The official guidebook will be available in two types; first-run limited edition and regular edition. The first-run limited edition includes new songs by Division All Stars (18 members) and the first BGM and drama tracks by three members of Chuuouku Administrative Inspection Bureau, Touhouten Otome (CV: Kobayashi Yuu), Kadenokoji Ichijiku (CV: Takahashi Chiaki), and Aohitsugi Nemu (CV: Yamamoto Nozomi). Further product details and shop benefits will be announced soon.
The show, which has received a lot of positive feedback, is currently being distributed on "Abema Video". In addition to the full live event, a special commentary by the voice actors of all 6 divisions will be available exclusively on "Abema Video" in the next day.
Photo: Kumei Kenta
The program lineup for "HYPNOSISMIC on ABEMA" (hereinafter referred to as "Hypnosis Abema"), a collaboration project between "Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle-" (abbreviated Hypmai) and "ABEMA", has been announced. At the same time, the production of a new program has been decided for this summer.
At the "Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle- [2nd D.R.B] Final Battle Advancement Results Announcement- Interim Announcement-" on May 1st from 7:00 P.M., the results of Live Voting (1st round) and CD Voting (2nd round) will be announced before the final results are announced.
The interim results will be announced with the leaders of the six divisions:
Kimura Subaru as Yamada Ichiro, leader of Ikebukuro Division's "Buster Bros!”; Asanuma Shintaro as Aohitsugi Samatoki, leader of Yokohama Division’s “Mad Trigger Crew”; Shirai Yusuke as Amemura Ramuda, leader of Shibuya Division’s “Fling Posse”; Hayami Shou as Jakurai Jinguji, the leader of Shinjyuku Division's "Miteneo"; Iwasaki Ryouta (VTR) as Sasara Nurude, the leader of Osaka Division's "Thuggish Honpo"; and Hayama Shouta as Harai Kuko, the leader of Nagoya Division's "Bad Ass Temple".
From 5:00 P.M., "Hypnosis Mike -Division Rap Battle- [2nd D.R.B. Final Battle Advancement Results Announcement" will be exclusively broadcast. As in the interim announcement, the leaders of the six divisions, including Kimura Subaru, Asanuma Shintaro, Shirai Yusuke, Hayama Shou, Iwasaki Ryota, and Hayama Shouta, will gather together to announce the divisions that will advance to the Final Battle. Which division will win the Final Battle? "Hypnosis Abema" will exclusively broadcast the 2nd Division Rap Battle until the winning division is decided.
In addition, a new program will be produced in the summer of 2021. There will also be a lot of content exclusive to "ABEMA Premium.
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The collaboration project "HYPNOSISMIC on ABEMA" between "Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle" and "ABEMA" has started.
This project is an original project that is linked to "2nd Division Rap Battle". It will feature contents that you can enjoy "2nd Division Rap Battle", the 2nd battle season of the popular "Hypnosis Mic", without holding back.
Also, along with the start of this project, a special program will be held at 8:00 PM, on April 11. It will feature the edited version of "Hypnosis Mic 5th Live BD/DVD Commemoration! Gathering of the Division Leaders Special Program" that was broadcast on August 16, 2020, and the digest of "Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle 6th LIVE <<2nd D.R.B>>".
The overview of this project will be announced on April 11. Do look forward to it.
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From "Hypnosis Mic" comes "Bessatsu KADOKAWA Scene 06" featuring Yokohama Division/MAD TRIGGER CREW (hereinafter M.T.C) on the cover. It contains an exclusive photos and interviews with M.T.C cast members: Asanuma Shintaro, Komada Wataru, and Kamio Shinichiro, as well as an in-depth look at each character in a 30-page volume.
The special features include exclusive photos and long interviews with M.T.C cast members: Asanuma Shintaro (as Aohitsugi Samatoki), Komada Wataru (as Iruma Jyuto), and Kamio Shinichiro (as Bushijima Mason Rio), as well as an in-depth look at M.T.C's music and each character.
It also features an interview with ICE BAHN, the hip-hop unit that wrote the lyrics for M.T.C's new song "HUNTING CHARM".
In addition, there is also a gift promotion where you can win Buster Bros!!! and MAD TRIGGER CREW's original tin badge set. Check out "Bessatsu Kadokawa Scene 05" and "Bessatsu Kadokawa Scene 06" for more details.
"Bessatsu Kadokawa Scene 06" is priced at 1,430 JPY (tax included). It is available at bookstores nationwide from March 22, 2021.
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The latest issue of the anime information magazine "Otomedia", "Otomedia SPRING 2021" was released on March 22.
"Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle" is being featured on the cover page and the head article, while "Hetalia World☆Stars" is featured on the double cover.
Bad Ass Temple from "Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle" has hijacked the cover page, while the head article has gravure photos of Hayama Shouta (voice of Harai Kuko), Sakakihara Yuuki (voice of Aimono Jyushi), and Takeuchi Eiji (voice of Amaguni Hitoya) as well as an interview article.
The magazine also has comments from AFRO, the lyric writer of the new song "Kaigan", and it comes with a poster and clear file featuring the beautiful illustration of the Nagoya division.
In the double cover, the familiar 3 people from "Hetalia World☆Stars" holding an Easter egg can be seen.
The interview with the director Watanabe Hiroshi and the character designer Oka Mariko can be seen along with the interview with Namikawa Daisuke (voice of Italy), Yasumoto Hiroki (voice of Germany), and Takahashi Hiroki (voice of Japan). It also has a pin-up of the illustration.
The theme of this issue is "Attracting Blooming Flower Festival". Other than that, the magazine is filled with original illustrations and interview that is affiliated to spring and flowers.
The special price for "Otomedia SPRING 2021" is 1,291 JPY (tax excluded), and it is currently available at the stores.
From the original anime project "Yoru no Kuni", the short animation "Night 1" has been decided to be released on YouTube on April 16, 2021. At the same time, it was announced that Suwabe Junichi and Kuno Misaki are the main cast members, as well as key visuals and preview trailers.
"Yoru no Kuni" is an original anime project directed by Ryochimo known for "Yozakura Quartet" and "Kado: The Right Answer", with the theme song by Aimer known for the "Fate" series.
This time, it was announced that Suwabe Junichi will be playing as Yoru, a resident of the Land of Night, and Kuno Misaki will be playing as Chiyo, the main character of the Night 1.
The released key visuals were created by Nomiya with her soft and light-filled touch. We can't wait to see how the story will be depicted in the soft, picture book-like animation along with Aimer's new song "Toriru".
Night 1 of "Yoru no Kuni" will be premiered on Aimer's official YouTube channel on April 16 at 11pm.
<Full text of the comments as follows〉
Suwabe Junichi as Yoru
I think the collaboration between the music created by Aimer and the animation drawn with a warm touch by Nomiya has a superb healing effect. Of course, you can watch it in the morning or afternoon, but I think you'll enjoy the atmosphere even more if you watch it at night after you've finished this and that for the day.
Character Introduction
He is a resident of the Land of the Night. He is very tall and looks like a big bird.
He is a gentleman with a soft demeanor, and is always there for those who wander into the Land of Night.
Kuno Misaki as Chiyo
I played as Chiyo with the hope that the "Land of Night" would be like Aimer's voice and lyrics, which gently touch the hearts of those who listen to her. I believe that everyone has experienced keeping a lid on their own heart, but there may be a moment when someone or something triggers you to face it. I hope you will gently watch over it to see what kind of miracle will happen at that time.
Character Introduction
From "Idolish7", Trigger's 2nd album 'VARIANT' will be released on June 23. To commemorate the album release, their online live performance 'Trigger Live Cross "VARIANT"' will be held in the summer of 2021. The live key visual is also available.
Trigger's 2nd album 'VARIANT' will be released on June 23, 2021. It is a conceptual original album thatwas made with a concept, and also includes a new songs.
First-run Limited Edition A and First-run Limited Edition B respectively includes a download card featuring a different part of original drama. The common original jacket visual for First-run Limited Edition A/B and Normal Edition is created by Tanemura Arina.
It was also announced that 'Trigger Live Cross "VARIANT"' will be held in the summer of 2021 to commemorate the album release.
Please look forward to further information to come.
Trigger's 2nd album 'VARIANT' will be released on June 23, 2021.
(C)Idolish7 (C)BNOI / Idolish7 Production Committee
The broadcast channel of the TV anime "Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid S", which will start in July 2021, has been announced. It was also announced the continuous short anime "MiniDora" will be available at 6:00 PM, on April 7, 2021, on the YouTube channel "KyoaniChannel".
This work is 2nd season of "Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid" that was produced by Kyoto Animation in 2017 and it depicts the almost warm interaction between dragon girls and humans with some black interspecies interactions.
Ahead of the broadcast in July 2021, the continuous short anime "MiniDora" to commemorate the broadcast of "Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid S" will be available on the YouTube channel "KyoaniChannel". The advance cut-scenes of this short anime have been revealed.
Also the theme songs have been revealed. The opening theme song is "Ai no Supreme" by fhana, who also handled the opening theme song of season 1. The ending theme song is "Maid with Dragons" by unit "Super Chorogons", comprises of the 5 dragon girls of this work (Tohru, Kanna, Elma, Lucoa, and Ilulu). Ilulu, who is going to appear for the first time in the work, also took part in the ending song.
TV anime "Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid S" will start in July 2021, on ABC TV, TOKYO MX, TV Aichi, and BS11.
(C)Coolkyousinnjya, Futabasha/ Dragon Life Improvement Committee
Voice actors Shimono Hiro and Kaji Yuki played in the TV commercial "no doubt", an animated version of an original corporate tie-up novel by novelist Sumino Yoru, known for "I Want to Eat Your Pancreas".
They play as high school boys who spend time with their friends for no reason. Along with the full-length TV commercial, a making-of video and a video that includes a special interview have also been released.
"no doubt" is a coming-of-age story about two high school boys who don't have club activities or part-time jobs, and spend their time together for no reason. It depicts the ordinary, everyday life when they realize that "that was my youth" as an adult, and the Bourbon’s "rich chocolate brownies" that are with them. This is the first novel written by Sumino, who is known for "I Want to Eat Your Pancreas," and is an original corporate tie-up novel based on the theme of "respecting feelings that have no reason."
In the anime TV commercial, Shimono plays as a high school boy, Imai, and Kaji plays as his classmate, Igarashi, as well as in the previously released audio novel version.
In the special interview, they talk about their impressions of the filming, their youthful episodes related to their roles as high school boys, and their favorite things even if there is no reason for them, along with the theme of the film.
The anime TV commercial "no doubt," a coming-of-age story, in which Shimono Hiro and Kaji Yuki play as high school boys, has been released since April 13.
You can also watch all five episodes of the audio novel version of "no doubt" on Bourbon's official YouTube channel, so check it out as well.
<Full text of the comments as follows〉
Shimono Hiro as Imai
This time, I played as Imai, but I never thought I'd get to play a part in such a coming-of-age story, and when the director explained that Imai was "the typical type of boy who lives today," which made me a little nervous as I am over 40 years old.
The story is basically from the point of view of Imai. It's a story about the indescribable and exquisite interaction between Igarashi and Imai, which makes me want to keep enjoying the atmosphere that I get from working with Kaji. The rich chocolate brownies are also a keyword in the story, so please enjoy listening to how they appear and how they are expressed. I hope you enjoy it.
Kaji Yuki as Igarashi
I've read Sumino Yoru's works before... and this newly written "no doubt" is a really wonderful story. The unstable feelings and indescribable atmosphere of adolescence were exquisitely expressed through the two boys, Imai and Igarashi. I was trembling from the moment I read the script by myself, so I was really looking forward to seeing what would happen in the recording. I think that the atmosphere of my long-time relationship with Shimono-san is reflected in the work. I'm sure you'll enjoy the taste of the "rich chocolate brownie" to the fullest through the coming-of-age episodes. Please listen to it while biting a "rich chocolate brownie". Thank you very much!
From the original anime project "Yoru no Kuni", the short animation "Night 1" has been decided to be released on YouTube on April 16, 2021. At the same time, it was announced that Suwabe Junichi and Kuno Misaki are the main cast members, as well as key visuals and preview trailers.
"Yoru no Kuni" is an original anime project directed by Ryochimo known for "Yozakura Quartet" and "Kado: The Right Answer", with the theme song by Aimer known for the "Fate" series.
This time, it was announced that Suwabe Junichi will be playing as Yoru, a resident of the Land of Night, and Kuno Misaki will be playing as Chiyo, the main character of the Night 1.
The released key visuals were created by Nomiya with her soft and light-filled touch. We can't wait to see how the story will be depicted in the soft, picture book-like animation along with Aimer's new song "Toriru".
Night 1 of "Yoru no Kuni" will be premiered on Aimer's official YouTube channel on April 16 at 11pm.
<Full text of the comments as follows〉
Suwabe Junichi as Yoru
I think the collaboration between the music created by Aimer and the animation drawn with a warm touch by Nomiya has a superb healing effect. Of course, you can watch it in the morning or afternoon, but I think you'll enjoy the atmosphere even more if you watch it at night after you've finished this and that for the day.
Character Introduction
He is a resident of the Land of the Night. He is very tall and looks like a big bird.
He is a gentleman with a soft demeanor, and is always there for those who wander into the Land of Night.
Kuno Misaki as Chiyo
I played as Chiyo with the hope that the "Land of Night" would be like Aimer's voice and lyrics, which gently touch the hearts of those who listen to her. I believe that everyone has experienced keeping a lid on their own heart, but there may be a moment when someone or something triggers you to face it. I hope you will gently watch over it to see what kind of miracle will happen at that time.
Character Introduction
■Let's review Enoki-san's activity!
Enoki Junya was born in October 19, 1988 in Tokyo. After graduating Atomic Monkey's Voice Actor and Actor Laboratory, he affiliated himself in Atomic Monkey. Up to this day, he have appeared in various anime, including "Mobile Suit Gundam NT" as Yona Bashta, "Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: The Golden Wind" as Pannacotta Fugo, "The Idolm@ster SideM" as Maita Rui, and "Katsugeki Touken Ranbu" as Horikawa Kunihiro.
In 2021 winter season, he played Itadori Yuuji in "Jujutsu Kaisen", Red Blood Cell <AA2153> in "Cells at Work! BLACK", and Shimoda in "Heaven's Design Team".
He also appeared in the variety show called "Ningen Kansatsu Variety-Monitoring" (Human Observation Variety Show-Monitoring) for fake voice actor audition of "Jujutsu Kaisen". He gained high attention for appearing together with the voice actor Kimura Subaru.
He participated in the young voice actor project called "8P" together with Hatanaka Tasuku, Nogami Shou, Yashiro Taku, Ransberry Arthur, Kousaka Atsushi, Masuyama Takeaki, and Chiba Shouya. In the streaming live, he participated in the variety show with a workout outfit, he had self-speaking sssion, or dressed-up as a female high school student...
He also dressed-up as a beautiful business woman for April fools in 2018.
■Mysterious Enoki Junya had a nickname "Heartless Monster"...
Enoki-san is actually a shy man. When he appeared as a guest in "Voice Actor Ken-Yuu Club", a variety show run by Horiuchi Takao and Terashima Junta, he told the audience that he did not speak for full 3 days when he was an elementary school student. Moreover, he is recognized as "a unique man" from producer, and Terashima teased him that Enoki's eyes were dead.
During "Seiyu to Yoasobi" (ABEMA show), he received the nickname, "Heartless Monster". Uchida Maaya and Shimono Hiro asked questions in the same show on the last November based on Enoki's facial expressions and "insanity".
■Having a relative member in voice actor field!?
The voice actress Anzai Chika, known for Kousaka Reina in "Sound! Euphonium" and Sugawara Niina from "O Maidens in Your Savage Season", is a relative of him. He held a family talk with Anzai-san in her own radio show called "Anzai Chika Ichika Bachika".
■He will appear in many works in 2021!
In 2021 spring season, he will play Manaka Ren in "SSSS. DYNAZENON", Tamaru Kai in "It's Disgusting to Call This Love", and Nko in "Space Academy".
In 2021 Summer season, he will play Yuito Sumeragin in "SCARLET NEXUS" and Mukai Naoya in "Kanojo mo Kanojo".
We look forward for his further growth.
(C) Akutami Gege/ Shueisha, Jujutsu Kaisen Production Commmittee
(C) Tsuburaya Production (C) 2021 TRIGGER Amamiya Tetsu/ "DYNAZENON" Production Committee
The 2nd PV for TV anime Ahiru no Sora has been released and features the passionate plays of a freakishly tall basketball club member. Broadcasting information was released at the same time. The series will be aired on TV Tokyo’s channel 6 starting on October 2nd.
「Gundam AGEII Magnum SV ver.」 piloted by Kujo Kyoya in 『Gundam Build Divers』 gets a gunpla kit with a scale of 1/144(HG). Currently available for pre-order on Premium Bandai.
「BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!」 and its 4th tie-up with Lawson as of September the 3rd, has been revealed. The campaign is to give out a limited quantity of originals goods which will be sold on a first-come-first-serve basis
From TV anime "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind" comes blazers and pants (slacks) which can be worn together as business suits inspired by Giorno Giovanna and Bruno Bucciarati. Pre-orders are available at "Premium Bandai" until Dec. 26, 2019.
Movie “Kimetsu no Yaiba : Demon Slayer” Infinity Train arc decided to be released on 2020. The new teaser and visual has been released on the 2nd info.
“Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation”, which had been announced to be animated, was decided to be broadcast as TV anime in 2020. In addition, the first visual depicting the four main characters and a PV by the new animation production company “Studio Bind” established for this work were released.