LiSA earned the title of female Japanese artist with the most downloaded track of 2019 in September for her song Gurenge which broke 300,000 downloads on September 22, 2019. The song was used as the opening theme for the TV anime series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba which aired from April to September. As of November 2019, the song has over 370,000 downloads, and the number claws itself closer to 400,000 everyday.
LiSA’s new song unlasting is being used as the ending theme for the ongoing anime series Sword Art Online: Alicization – War of Underworld. The song received an early digital release on October 21 ahead of the single’s CD release which is set for December 11. It has already topped digital music charts in Japan and overseas, including the J-pop category on iTunes in countries around Asia including Malaysia, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Macao, and elsewhere.
The song reached No. 1 on the the KKBOX’s J-pop daily charts in Taiwan (October 23-November 3) as well as its weekly charts (October 25-31). It also made it to No. 1 on the QQ Music J-Pop weekly charts (October 24-30).
When purchasing the single at select stores in Japan, fans can receive one of the above-pictured monochrome postcards of LiSA. More details below.
Information
Unlasting (CD Ver.)
Release Date: December 11, 2019
First Press Limited Edition (CD+DVD): ¥1,600 (Before Tax) [VVCL 1580~1]
Regular Edition (CD-Only): ¥1,200 (Before Tax) [VVCL 1582]
Limited Pressing Edition (CD+DVD): ¥1,600 (Before Tax) [VVCL 1583~4]
Digital Download/Stream: https://LiSA.lnk.to/a3rAw
☆Bonus Item: LiSA Postcard
・Each music store chain stocks only 1 design
・Limited in stock so available while supplies last
・There are no other store bonuses other than this one available at the shops and online stores listed at the link below
・1 postcard per CD purchase
・Select branches not participating – please enquire in-store for more details
Participating Shops: https://www.lxixsxa.com/shoplist/191211/
LiSA Official Website: http://www.lxixsxa.com/
Sword Art Online: Alicization – War of Underworld
Initial Broadcast: October 12, 2019
Official Website: https://sao-alicization.net/
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Reki Kawahara’s web novel Sword Art Online began in 2002, later becoming a popular light novel series. The anime series debuted in 2012, followed by a second season in 2014 and a third in 2018. Following the characters Kirito and Asuna as they traverse a virtual reality MMORPG, the series has seen major success, with the light novels selling over 30 million copies worldwide.
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Official Site: https://sao-p.net/
10th Anniversary Site: https://sao10th.net/
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Over the past few years, Marvel movies have absolutely shattered box office records. The story of the Avengers is now continuing in an entirely new way, as Marvel’s Eternals recently released in theaters around the world. Telling the story of a race of immortal beings, the film was directed by Chloe Zhao, the first Asian-American woman to win an Academy Award for Best Director for her film Nomadland. While there has been no shortage of promotion for the film, the way Japan is highlighting the film is a little different. Recently, Sword Art Online Progressive: Aria of a Starless Night was released, and fans of the popular anime series have been singing its praises across social media. The franchise has sold incredibly well around the world, with multiple anime series, video games, and comics selling over 26 million copies globally. The first film, released in 2017, grossed more than 2.5 billion yen at the box office. Eternals tells the origin story hinted at in the Avengers films, while Aria of a Starless Night tells the origin story of Sword Art Online. They both tell stories of unbreakable friendship, and both feature characters attempting to stop evil and save the world. Now, the two have come together for an unforgettable collaboration. The creator of Sword Art Online, Reiki Kawahara, is a huge fan of Marvel and was more than happy to make this collab a reality. A collaborative trailer has just been released, along with a side-by-side poster. Collaborative Trailer
The narrators in the trailer are Ayumi Tsunematsu, who plays Cerci in the Japanese version of Eternals, as well as Haruka Tomatsu, the voice of Asuna in Sword Art Online. What do you think of this unlikely team? ©Marvel Studios 2021 Information
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Tokyo’s Shibuya Ward and au 5G are coming together to promote this year’s Halloween events online through Virtual Shibuya, a digital space accessible from smartphones, PCs, and VR devices. A number of events will be held from October 16 until October 30, incorporating popular artists, companies, and popular anime series. The concept for the event is ‘FUN FOR GOOD,’ aiming to inspire people to contribute to their community while also enjoying the holidays. Sadly, this year’s Halloween celebration in Shibuya will be canceled again due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To ease any congestion on the streets, the ward is promoting the Virtual Shibuya au 5G Halloween Festival 2021, which will be available to anyone, anywhere. That’s right: you won’t need to be in Tokyo to participate!
Event Lineup
Special Anime Talks A simultaneous global virtual fan meetup for Sword Art Online Progressive: Aria of a Starless Night will be held on October 16! Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, who plays Kirito, and Haruka Tomatsu, who plays Asuna, will appear in Virtual Shibuya in avatar form to discuss some highlights of the upcoming film. Also, to commemorate the release of the 100th volume of Detective Conan, the Conan Edogawa x Furuya Rei Special Talk in Virtual Shibuya event will take place on October 30th, featuring voice actors Minami Takayama and Tohru Furuya. Virtual ConcertsThree artists are scheduled to perform live in Virtual Shibuya during the Halloween event!・October 24 - povo Presents Creepy Nuts ・October 26 - au 5G Presents MY FIRST STORY ・October 31 - au 5G Presents Atarashii Gakko!Attraction Lineup
A number of attractions will be available during the two-week event period. Check the website for complete details! https://vcity.au5g.jp/shibuya/halloween2021Official Shop
Starting October 16, an official store selling original event merchandise will be accessible in Virtual Shibuya and on the special event website. These goods will feature characters from select anime series and artists who have supported the project, with all proceeds being reinvested into Shibuya ward. The above items aren't the only things that will on sale, so be sure to check the website for more details! Limited-Time Only! Make a Collaboration Anime Avatar During Halloween!
In collaboration with avatar platform AVATARIUM, visitors will be able to generate custom avatars wearing costumes from Sword Art Online Progressive: Aria of a Starless Night and Detective Conan! Choose from characters Asuna (SAO), Kirito (SAO), Conan Edogawa (Detective Conan), Ran Mori (Detective Conan), Furuya Rei (Detective Conan), and The Criminal (Detective Conan).Even if you’re not in Japan, be sure to check out the event while you can! Information
Virtual Shibuya au 5G Halloween Festival 2021
Running: October 16 – October 31, 2021
Location: Virtual Shibuya (authorized by Shibuya Ward)
How to Participate: Virtual Shibuya can be accessed using VR Devices, smartphones, and PC/Mac. Users will need to create a free cluster account and install the cluster app on the device you will be using.
Create a cluster Account: https://cluster.mu/
Download the cluster app: https://cluster.mu/downloads
Official Site: https://vcity.au5g.jp/shibuya/halloween2021
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Sword Art Online Progressive: Aria of a Starless Night, the third film in the series, is hitting theaters in Japan on October 30, 2021. To commemorate its release, 13 Tokyu Hands stores throughout the country will open a Sword Art Online fair, selling special limited-edition goods! The fair will run from October 29 until November 30, 2021. Mechanic Costume Series
Acrylic Stand (7 varieties): ¥1,650 each (Tax Included)
Pin (7 varieties): ¥385 each (Tax Included)
*Pins are random.
B2 Tapestry: ¥3,300 (Tax Included)
Canvas Tote Bag: ¥2,200 (Tax Included)
Clear Folder (7 varieties): ¥385 each (Tax Included)
T-shirt: ¥3,850 (Tax Included)
Mug: ¥1,650 (Tax Included)
Acrylic Keychain (7 varieties): ¥715 each
*Keychains are random.
Acrylic Diorama Stand: ¥2,750 (Tax Included)
Clear Folder: ¥385 (Tax Included)
Sticker (7 varieties): ¥495 each (Tax Included)
Mug: ¥1,650 (Tax Included)
Tokyu Hands Limited Purchase Bonus
Tokyu Hands Limited Film Bonus
The Sword Art Online anime series has been an international hit, spanning four seasons and 97 episodes since 2012. A number of video games inspired by the series have also been released. This event features the characters drawn in mechanic gear, both in normal and chibi versions. If you’re able to make it to one of the participating 13 stores, don’t miss out on these rare items!(C)2020 川原 礫/KADOKAWA/SAO-P ProjectInformation
Sword Art Online Progressive: Aria of a Starless Night Fair
Running: October 29, 2021 – November 30, 2021
13 Participating Tokyu Hands Locations: Sapporo, Sendai, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Yokohama, Shizuoka, Nagoya, Umeda, Himeji, Okayama, Hiroshima, Hakata, Kagoshima
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LiSA has been announced as the campaign model for NARS JAPAN's AW21 lip collection. The new Power Matte Lip Pigment will be released in 3 new shades, each available to preorder on the NARS Cosmetics Official Website from September 3 2021. In the initial release, LiSA shows off the charming new shades from NARS, who are extremely popular for their Future Classic items. The new Power Matte Lip Pigment shades will be released on September 17, The AW21 lineup, releasing on September 17, is formed of the new Power Matte Lip Pigment shades, the NARS lipstick, which has been a bestseller since the brands formation, and the Audacious Lipstick, which was initially released to celebrate the brands 20th anniversary.
LiSA empties NARS' image of "Strength:" Flexible, dignified, powerful, and self-confident. The lipstick colors are strong, with a comfortable texture to allow a wide variety of people to wear them as the brand aims to encourage more people to feel self-confidence in their daily life. LiSA commented, saying "NARS has the power to be enjoyed by anybody, regardless of how old they are. I love how the elegant finish and pigmented shades transcend age." NARS started in 1994 with only 12 lipsticks and grew into a proud brand with lipstick you can wear with pride this Autumn! Information
Power Matte Pigment – 3 New Shades
Preorder Start: September 3 2021
Release Date: September 17 2021
Preorder & Details: https://www.narscosmetics.jp/lip2021.html
NARS meets LiSA -POWER STORY: https://www.narscosmetics.jp/lip2021.html
Official Site: https://www.narscosmetics.jp/
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In promotion of their new Ver.2.0.0 energy drink, which hit shelves in Japan last Tuesday, ZONe released a TV commercial featuring Japanese artists LiSA and yama. The new beverage, which is advertised as putting people in the zone of invincibility, contains the highest amount of caffeine put in a ZONe drink yet: 150mg of the stuff, which is sure to keep people buzzing throughout the day. The packaging has also been updated to feature the new 'ZONe EYE' which symbolises that you're in the zone and nothing will stand in your way. LiSA in the ZONe
Dive into the zone with LiSA who knocks back her drink and immediately takes on the ZONe EYE. She grabs her mic and belts out a hardcore performance, showing off her incredible voice, before winking at the camera. yama in the ZONe When yama chugs her can she says the words 'Into the ZONe' along with the futuristic-sounding voice. She is surrounded by a whirlpool of the energy drink which flows along to the sound of her gorgeous high-tone vocals. The track itself is titled Ketsuryu ('Blood Flow') and was written for this commercial. Interview
LiSA・What did you think of the commercial and your appearance?"For me, it was a live performance. Even I was surprised at the show of power that ZONe has [in the commercial] when it turns on your switch. I enjoyed it like a real live performance, since the part when I switch into that invincible zone was filmed just as I look in the video." ・Tell us about the song RUNAWAY which features in your commercial. "The song is about quitting while you're ahead in life. It's the start of a new era, heading into that invincible zone to laugh lots, sing, dance, and enjoy everything." yama ・Tell us about the song Ketsuryu which features in your commercial "ESME MORI kindly wrote this song for me. It's a song that brings up the topic of being bored in life, and feeling lonely, but that you can still find someone special or something you can immerse yourself in to light up your life. It's about keeping your heart moving even if those things disappear. I hope it encourages people, even if just a little." Information
ZONe x LiSa/Yama TVCM
Released: June 8, 2021
Where: Japan
ZONe Official Website: https://zone-energy.jp/