#UMISEA is here! Comprised of two members from Hololive and two members from Hololive English, the new group is bringing together members with ocean-themed characters, and on September 19, #UMISEA released their first original song titled Domination! All the World is an Ocean. The digital release can now be streamed on Spotify and other music platforms.

 

 

The group is comprised of Japanese members Minato Aqua and Houshou Marine, as well as Hololive English members Ninomae Ina’nis and Gawr Gura. The lyrics, composition, and arrangement for the group’s first song were provided by rising artist Camellia, and a short music video is now available to watch on Hololive’s official YouTube channel. Original UMISEA merchandise will also be available soon!

 

 

 

Members

 

Minato Aqua

Illustrator: Gaou（@umaiyo_puyoman）

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1opHUrw8rvnsadT-iGp7Cg

Twitter: https://twitter.com/minatoaqua

 

Houshou Marine

Character Design: Akasa Ai (@AkasaAi)

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCzUftO8KOVkV4wQG1vkUvg

Twitter: https://twitter.com/houshoumarine

 

Ninomae Ina’nis

Character Design: Kuroboshi Kouhaku (@kuroboshi)

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMwGHR0BTZuLsmjY_NT5Pwg 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ninomaeinanis

 

Gawr Gura

Character Design: Nachoneko (@amsrntk3)

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoSrY_IQQVpmIRZ9Xf-y93g

Twitter: https://twitter.com/gawrgura

 

We’re looking forward to seeing what UMISEA does in the future, and we can’t wait for more catchy tracks!

DOBERMAN INFINITY is a four-MC, one-vocalist group that formed in 2014. The group is always moving towards their best goal, holding their first solo performance at Japan Budokan in 2018 and celebrating their fifth anniversary with the ‘DOBERMAN INFINITY LIVE TOUR 2019 5IVE ~We Will Meet in the Promised Place~’ arena tour in 2019. 

 

The group ventured on a national tour recently, marking their first tour in over a year and a half. WOWOW have announced that the Tokyo Garden Theatre performance, which was held on September 13, will be broadcast through their service on November 23 2021. DOBERMAN INFINITY member P-CHO spoke, saying “I want to tell everybody who listens to DOBERMAN’s music that, as the tour name states, you are ‘HERE.'”

Even though the audience was unable to shout and cheer, the venue was packed with more exciting productions than ever before. Don’t miss out on this passionate live concert, where you can see the bonds between the members, the band, and the music!

 

UVERworld has collaborated with karaoke social media app ‘nana’ for the fifth ‘Screaming for THE LIVE’ project. You can participate in the event until September 20, 2021.

 

The UVERworld and nana collaboration has been held four times since December 2020, proving popular with Crew (UVERworld fans) each time. Even fans who attend the live concerts can’t convey their feelings using their voices or meet the members when they want to. In order for Crew’s voices to reach the members, nana has agreed to work together with UVERworld to create this collaboration project.

 

This time, the available songs are ‘Rai Chou E’ and ‘SOUL,’ which were released on September 1, 2021. You can participate by singing and cheering along to the official instrumental through the nana app and sharing the recording using the hashtag. The shared voice recordings will be used at future live events.

 

Don’t miss out on this unique experience where the artist and fans are able to connect with their voices!

 

Tokino Sora, the founding member of popular VTuber collective Hololive, will release her third album, ‘Re:Play,’ in November! Celebrating her 4th anniversary on September 7, the virtual idol announced that the album would be filled with unique cover tracks to commemorate her streaming milestone.

 

Karaoke covers are incredibly popular on YouTube in Japan, and Tokino Sora commented that this upcoming album was partly inspired by her desire to take on a similar challenge. Though the idol has released a number of original tracks in the past, this album is said to contain a number of different genres unfamiliar to the singer. ‘Re:Play‘ is set to release in November, though an exact date has not been announced. More details will be released in the coming weeks.

 

Starting on September 8, five unreleased songs are now available to stream as a 4th anniversary gift to fans. Four tracks are acoustic versions: Kotobakaze, Wonderland, Suki, Naichaisouda and Step and Go!! Originally the secret track in the first edition of Tokino Sora’s album Dreaming!, Seesaw Game is also available.

 

Which of these tracks is your favorite?

 

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Hololive Productions, now a household name worldwide, has just released a new collection of rubber mascots based on some of its most popular VTuber talents. These are available on Bandai’s Gashapon Online, with sales beginning on August 24.

This third collection of adorable rubber mascot keyrings features Nekomata Okayu, Hoshimachi Suisei, Akai Haato, Nakiri Ayame, Shiranui Flare, Tsunomaki Watame, and Shishiro Botan.

 

Each mascot measures 7cm, one of the larger capsule products, and features an original illustration created exclusively for this release.

 

Prior to the release of these items in retail Gashapon machines scheduled for December, these Vtuber items are currently being sold at Gashapon Online. Items will be shipped in December.

 

Which member are you trying to get?

To celebrate the groups 10th anniversary, BABYMETAL is releasing the 10 BABYMETAL LEGENDS LIVE VINYL SERIES on streaming services, with some of the 9 general release titles being made available for the first time. 

 

METAL RESISTANCE Chapters 1 to 2 will be available on August 25, Chapters 3 to 7 on September 8, and Chapters 8 to 9 on September 22. These dates will coincide with the release of the vinyl series.

 

Although some tracks will not be available due to rights reasons, many of the most famous live BABYMETAL performances from the past decade will now be easily accessible. This includes their Tokyo Dome performance, the largest in the history of the group, as well as BABYMETAL’s solo concerts in the UK and North America.  

 

Spotify’s official BABYMETAL account is now featuring an original Canvas that will play while listening to the new tracks. 

 

BABYMETAL announced that they will ‘seal their LEGEND’ on October 10, and won’t be visible for a while. While it’s unclear what this might mean for the future of the group, this is the perfect time to reminisce on how much they have accomplished over the past decade. 

 

New Future TV ABEMA’s ABEMA PPV ONLINE LIVE service will be airing actor and singer Yamashita Tomohisa’s first online concert, TOMOHISA YAMASHITA First Online Live “Beautiful World” at 19:00 on September 5, 2021. Tickets are on sale now.

 

This one-night ABEMA special will be hosted by Yamashita Tomohisa, an actor and artist who is active on the global stage. 

You will feel like you’re in the venue watching the screen as you immerse yourself in his powerful performance through your TV.

 

Customers who purchase the ticket through ABEMA PPV ONLINE LIVE and select the AMEBA Premium Plan will receive a free month of the Premium Plan worth ¥960 thanks to an ongoing cashback campaign.

 

 

Comment from Yamashita Tomohisa

“I will be holding my first online concert, titled ‘Beautiful World.’

 

I wanted to spend time with my audience as soon as possible, which is why such an opportunity has come about. 

Now that it’s happening, I’m really excited to experience the music alongside the viewers.

 

Although it’s through a screen, I’m full of hope that I can convey the songs directly to everybody as soon as possible. I’m looking forward to meeting everybody through this concert.”

 

 

Be sure to check out international star Yamashita Tomohisa’s first online concert!

 

Hololive Production has announced five new members to debut under the new English-speaking VTuber group Hololive English -Council- on August 17 2021.

 

 

Announcement PV #1

 

Announcement PV #2

 

 

Special Video

 

 

The five new members are Tsukumo Sana, Ceres Fauna, Ouro Kronii, Nanashi Mumei, and Hakos Baelz. This special video was released to promote Hololive English -Council- on August 1.

 

The members’ Twitter accounts  and YouTube channels have been opened, with activities starting soon. The first YouTube stream is scheduled to start on August 22 JST in a relay format.

A special preview video has been released to coincide with the announcement, shown in a story-based narrative for viewers to enjoy while they wait for the members’ debut streams. 

The five members will be collaborating after their debut, so don’t miss it! 

 

 

Members

 

Tsukumo Sana （九十九佐命）

A member of the Council and the Speaker of “Space,” the first concept as created by the Gods.

After materializing on earth, Sana began searching for answers within astrology only to discover the Forbidden Truth, becoming an apostle of the Ancient Ones.

“Space” doesn’t just refer to the universe, but all dimensions and matter to exist. It is an endless concept, one that continues to expand eternally. Because of this, many of her actions cannot be explained by humans. However, to this she replies “Humanity just isn’t ready to understand,” contrasting her childli…. youthful appearance. 

Character Design: pako (@pakosun)

YouTube：https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsUj0dszADCGbF3gNrQEuSQ
Twitter：https://twitter.com/tsukumosana

YouTube Debut Schedule:

August 22 2021, 02:00 ~ 03:00 JST

 

 

Ceres Fauna （セレス・ファウナ）

A member of the Council and the Keeper of “Nature,” the second concept as created by the Gods.

She has manifested on earth as a Druid in order to save nature. 

Fauna has Kirin blood flowing through her veins and horns. However, those horns are not those of a deer, instead made from the branches of a certain tree.

“Nature” refers to all organic matter on the planet excluding mankind.

It is told that her whispers, as Mother Nature, are filled with healing properties. Whether or not that is true is something only those who have heard them can tell. 

While she is usually friendly, calm, and a little mischievous, those who oppose her will feel the wrath of nature.

Character Design: Tōsaka Asagi (@asagi_0398)

YouTube：https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO_aKKYxn4tvrqPjcTzZ6EQ
Twitter：https://twitter.com/ceresfauna

YouTube Debut Schedule: 

August 22 2021, 03:30 ~ 04:30 JST

 

 

Ouro Kronii （オーロ・クロニー）

A member of the Council and the Warden of “Time,” the concept as created by the Gods.

To humans, this is the most distorted concept. It was by chance that she picked up the blade, but she found herself enjoying it. Humans cannot escape “Time” and very few humans even wish to be released from her prison. 

Originally, the role of “Time” was to act as a cog between the other concepts. However, eventually, humans gave “Time” its own meanings with the sunrise and sunset, becoming trapped and empowering her.

While her quiet and cool personality is unchanged, she has since become prideful and sadistic over her prisoners. 

 

 

Character Design: Wasa Aruk (@tsubuanfes)

YouTube：https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmbs8T6MWqUHP1tIQvSgKrg
Twitter：https://twitter.com/ourokronii

YouTube Debut Schedule:

August 22 2021, 05:00 ~ 06:00 JST

 

 

Nanashi Mumei （七詩ムメイ）

A member of the Council and the Guardian of “Civilization,” a concept created by humanity.

She is a wise and skilled traveller who has seen, heard, and experienced so much that she wound up forgetting even her own name. 

She was born from human will, separating her from the council members and other life forms.

“Civilization” is a man-made lifeform that demands wisdom. As Mumei was not created by the Gods, she was free to choose her own form, basing her appearance on the owl, an animal humans feel represents knowledge.

She is kind, wise, and hardworking, although her aura is said to be mysterious and somewhat pitiful. She claims to have felt lonely throughout her many years of travelling, making herself a friend out of the material that drove the development of civilization and mankind – paper.

“It may fade and tear, but a friend is always a friend…”   

Character Design: Azure (@azure_0608_sub)

YouTube：https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3n5uGu18FoCy23ggWWp8tA
Twitter：https://twitter.com/nanashimumei_en

YouTube Debut Schedule:  

August 22 2021, 06:30 ~ 07:30 (JST)

 

 

 

 

Hakos Baelz（ハコス・ベールズ）

A member of the Council and the Guardian of “Chaos,” a concept created by the world.

She is the chairperson of the Council as commanded by the Gods, based on liberalism. However, both Baelz and the other members are truly convinced of her position, only obeying the Gods’ will. You mustn’t underestimate her mouse-like appearance, as mice are in fact known as harbingers of “Chaos.” 

“Chaos” can be wild, fortunus, or even represent freedom.

With her dazzling grin, Baelz is never one to sit still, instead running around freely. She disagrees that rules are everything, descending upon the world with the intention of breaking them all.

She takes greatest pleasure in watching the aftermath of her destruction, often choosing to observe from the outside.

 

Character Design: Mika Pikazo (@MikaPikaZo)

YouTube：https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgmPnx-EEeOrZSg5Tiw7ZRQ
Twitter：https://twitter.com/hakosbaelz

New Generation rock band yonawo is celebrating the release of their new album with a live online event, yonawo 2nd full album ‘Haruka Ima’ Online Live Supported by Zoff. The event will take place on August 14, 2021, and will start at 20:00, so don’t be late!

 

The band garnered plenty of attention this April after appearing as models for the Zoff CLASSIC Summer Collection. yonawo is scheduled to appear at a number of music festivals this summer, and their unique style is turning heads in the fashion industry. 

 

The upcoming live stream will be free to watch, so fans from around the world should be sure to tune in! 

 

This event is being held as a part of the new Zoff Rock project, blending music and fashion with Zoff’s stylish eyewear designs. Viewers will have a chance to win a pair of glasses worn by the yonawo members by taking a screenshot of the event and posting it on Twitter with the hashtag #yonawozoff! Be sure to follow the official Zoff Twitter Account (@Zoff_INFO) and say which glasses you’d like in your entry! The glasses will also come in a case signed by the members. 

 

With the release of their new album, yonawo will also be holding their biggest one-man live tour to date, playing shows in seven locations across Japan. Tickets for the show are on sale now!

 

Keep your eyes on this up-and-coming group!

Virtual YouTuber talent agency Hololive Production is set to release a new exclusive collection at Atre Akihabara in Tokyo on August 1.

 

The Line-Up

Acrylic Panel / B2 Tapestries / Acrylic Chibi Figures

Big Silhouette T-Shirts / Holostars T-Shirt / Key Visual Graphic T-Shirt

Key Visual Acrylic Panel

Chibi Character Illustration Acrylic Figures

B2 Tapestries

hololy Photo Contest

Hololive fans can get their hands on merchandise of all their favourite VTubers with this collection that will be sold exclusively at Atre Akihabara. To promote the collection, giant poster will be plastered up outside and around Atre Akihabara, with a giant one at the north entrance 3D illustrations at the south entrance. And for every ¥500 spent in a single transaction on the items, fans will receive a free character card.

For this year’s Red Bull 5G, Hololive Vtubers Minato Aqua and Shishiro Botan will participate as official Red Bull Virtual Ambassadors, a position they received last month. To promote the event, Lawson are running a campaign from July 20 to August 9 where you can get your hands on exclusive items, win an invitation to Red Bull 5G, and more.

 

The Prize List

 

A-Tier Prize

Prize: Red Bull 5G Content Experience & Special Invitation to Attend | Conditions: Buy 6 Cans | Amount: 20 People

 

B-Tier Prize

Prize: Red Bull 5G Original Hyper X Cloud Alpha S Gaming Headset | Conditions: Buy 4 Cans | Amount: 100 People

 

C-Tier Prizes

Prizes: In-Game Items (See List Below) | Conditions: Buy 2 Cans | Amount: 2,150 People

eFootball Pro Evolution Soccer 2021 SEASON UPDATE eFootball Original Tote Bag (Amount: 50 People)

Gran Turismo SPORT PlayStation®4 Red Bull X2019 Competition In-Game Download Voucher Code (Amount: 1,000 People) 

Tekken 7 Original Arcade Controller Leather Balls & Buttons (Amount: 50 People)

Puyo Puyo™ Tetris® 2 Original Bead Cushion (Amount: 50 People)

Mahjong Soul Web & Android Original In-Game Item (Amount: 1,000 People)

 

While the prizes listed so far are limited to a certain amount of people, those who buy two cans in Japan after signing up are guaranteed to win exclusive wallpapers (pictured above) and voice notifications of inato Aqua and Shishiro Botan.

 

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In celebration of her 3rd anniversary, Hololive virtual YouTuber Sakura Miko is set to collaborate with STELLAMAP Cafe (located on floor 7F of Sofmap Tokyo AKIBA ④ Store) from July 29.

 

Food Menu

 

Drinks Menu / Latte Art

 

Merchandise

 

Sakura Miko to serve as the cafe manager

Sakura Miko will attend virtually as the cafe manager via a monitor. See her work hours below:

1. August 7, 2021 @ 11:00 / 12:30 / 14:00

2. August 8, 2021 @ 15:30 / 17:00 / 18:30

3. August 14, 2021 @ 11:00 / 12:30 / 14:00

4. August 15, 2021 @ 15:30 / 17:00 / 18:30

 

Table bookings run through a lottery system

Book for a day when Sakura Miko is attending
Booking Window: July 5, 2021 – July 9, 2021

Winner Announcements: July 12, 2021

Book for a day when Sakura Miko isn’t attending
Booking Window: July 13, 2021 – July 16, 2021

Winner Announcements: July 20, 2021

 

Sakura Miko fans can enjoy a range of dishes, drinks, and desserts based on the VTuber, receive a free coaster and lunch mat when ordering from the menu, and get their hands on official and exclusive merchandise.

 

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