Perfume have been announced as the panelists for the Amazon Original show The Masked Singer which is set to be released on Amazon Prime Video in Japan on September 3, 2021. The J-pop trio come as the latest names to be announced as regulars for the show alongside MIYAVI, Kiko Mizuhara, and Bakarhythm. Their new song Polygon Wave, which is their first in a year, will feature as the show’s main theme song.
The Masked Singer is a popular series that has been adapted for 50 countries around the world. This Japan-original adaptation will feature 12 performers wearing masks with Oizumi Yo as the host along with and guest panellists.
Perfume comments about appearing on the show
a-chan
“As a fan of the show, I’m happy The Masked Singer is being made in Japan! The show is making it possible for a lot of amazing people to come together too, so please look forward to it.”
KASHIYUKA
“I never thought they’d make a Japan-original version, so I was shocked when we received the offer. It’s a chance to discover new sides and charms of the performers.”
NOCCHi
“I was happy when we got the call. All of the performers ooze talent, even with the masks on, so it got me excited without even thinking. I think this is gonna be a show unlike we’ve ever seen before, so please look forward to it.”
About the theme song Polygon Wave
a-chan
“We were given a drama song that captures a world that even people 100 years from now would yearn for. It’s refreshing, elegant, nostalgic, and light. Doesn’t it make you want to dance? It does me.”
KASHIYUKA
“I am so honoured that we were picked to do the theme song for The Masked Singer! The song has an infectious and nostalgic melody that makes you relax your shoulders. It really pulls you in. That tantalising aspect of hearing the voice of someone whose face you can’t see for the mask links well with the feeling of this song. I want people to listen to it on the go while they’re gazing out of a window.”
NOCCHi
“I feel like the song captures that image of the ‘near future’ you hear when people say the phrase, or perhaps even beyond that. [Yasutaka] Nakata never fails to create an interesting world. Look forward to seeing where Perfume goes from here.”
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Amazon Original番組「ザ・マスクド・シンガー」 テーマソング 「ポリゴンウェイヴ」
配信開始日：2021年7月2日（金）より
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配信開始日：2021年9月3日（金）より配信開始
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話数： 本編9話 初回3話 以降毎週金曜順次配信
出演： MC：大泉洋 パネリスト：MIYAVI、Perfume、水原希子、バカリズム ほか(ゲストパネリスト出演予定)
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Amazon Music’s first music entertainment show for kids and families to be released in Japan is here! Hee! Hee Hoo! premiered on Prime Video on January 26. The four-member vocal and dance group Atarashii Gakko! is also participating in the project.
Hee! Hee Hoo! is a body-themed four-episode series featuring surreal and psychedelic visuals along with Amazon Music Original music for young kids and their parents. This project was made to entertain and educate babies and children by using original images and music to address the physical changes they’ll experience from birth to death and to explain the sensations they feel.
The members of Atarashii Gakko! appear in the first episode, performing the song BABY which was written exclusively for the show.
<Comment from Atarashii Gakko!> “The theme for this show is so great–the four of us had so much fun coming up with ideas, writing lyrics, and making choreography! I hope even fetuses can enjoy it!!”
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Hee! Hee! Hoo!
Streaming on Amazon Prime Video (4 episodes total)
*Anyone with an Amazon.co.jp account can watch.Episode 1: Aren’t Toes Amazing?
Guest: Atarashii Gakko!
Song: BABY
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Takeshi's Castle, a popular Japanese game show originally aired in the late 1980s, will return in 2023 when a new series will start on Amazon Prime Video. The original show, aired between 1986 and 1989, proved a massive hit as the prizewinning film director and comedian, also known by his stage name Beat Takeshi, played the lord of a castle where he and his henchmen engaged in a water-gun battle with contestants eliminated after a series of physical challenges. The series became a huge success in the United States, Australia, and England. Over the years, it has ended up airing in more than 150 countries, spawning dozens of local versions. Participants were challenged to over 100 unique tests of strength, from crossing stepping stones and unstable scaffolding to jumping over massive pits filled with mud. The series has inspired many game shows to follow in markets around the world and transcended language and cultural barriers with its physical comedy.The new series is tentatively titled Revival! Turbulence! Takeshi’s Castle, and is scheduled to air globally sometime in 2023. Participants will take on all kinds of new challenges, and we’re excited to see what the new age of Takeshi’s Castle will look like.
Comment from Takayuki Hayakawa, Head of Original Content for Amazon Prime Japan
“I’m happy to announce that Takashi’s Castle is being reimagined for a new age. This iconic Japanese series has continued to fascinate people all around the world, transcending languages and cultural barriers, and we hope customers of all ages will enjoy this program, with many new tricks on a grander scale. Look forward to it in 2023!”Information
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Airing on Amazon Prime Video Globally in 2023
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A selection of perfumes inspired by characters from the iconic manga series Ranma ½ are now available! Fans can get them at the official online store, Amazon, and the Fairytale shop on the third floor of Nakano Broadway.
Ranma 1/2 Eau de Parfum - Ranma Saotome
This light scent was inspired by Ranma Saotome. A light fragrance fused with the feminine scents of jasmine and white rose, this product will remind you of Ranma's strength and tenderness.Top Notes: Citron, Blueberry Middle Notes: Jasmine, Bamboo, White Rose Base Notes: Cedar, Amber, MuskRanma 1/2 Eau de Parfum - Ranma
As you'd expect, the Ranma scent was made with a water-covered woman in mind! The strong aroma of blackcurrant and blueberry slowly give way to a deeper scent of musk and moss. Top Notes: Black Currant, Grapefruit Zest, White Flowers Middle Notes: Blackberry, Whitewood, Jasmine Base Notes: Musk, Moss, GrassRanma 1/2 Eau de Parfum - Akane Tendo
This cute fragrance was inspired by the girly Akane Tendo, who is both strong and adorable. The exotic and sweet fragrance transforms into a graceful and feminine scent blending rose and tuberose. Top Notes: Ylang-Ylang, Violet, Peach Nectar Middle Notes: Rose, Tuberose, Cashmere Wood Base Notes: Amber, Cedar, Powdery MuskRanma 1/2 Eau de Parfum - Shampoo
This sexy fragrance was inspired by the gorgeous Shampoo. The gorgeous, feminine scent combining fruity and floral notes represents the character's naivete. Top Notes: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Peach Middle Notes: Peony, Rose, Magnolia, Violet Base Notes: Vanilla, CedarRanma 1/2 Eau de Parfum - Ryoga Hibiki
This commanding fragrance was inspired by the powerful Ryoga Hibiki. The perfume includes robust notes of jasmine and lily of the valley for a one-of-a-kind scent. Top Notes: Lily of the Valley, Gardenia Middle Notes: Bergamot, Jasmine Base Notes: White MuskRanma 1/2 Eau de Parfum - Mousse
Mousse inspired this more traditional floral perfume. As the day goes on, this fragrance will evolve from flowery and sweet to more warm and deep notes of patchouli and amber.Top Notes: Citrus, Exotic Jasmine, Hyacinth Middle Notes: Iris, white musk Base Notes: Patchouli, Amber, Vetiver©高橋留美子／小学館 Information
Ranma 1/2 Perfume
Where to Buy: Official Online Store, Amazon, Nakano Broadway 3F ‘Fairytale’
Online Store / Official Site: http://www.fairytail.jp
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Perfume’s Flow, the theme song for the TBS Tuesday drama series ‘Fight Song,’ was released on streaming services on March 9, 2022. The four-track single also includes Mawaru Kagami, which was performed at ‘Perfume LIVE 2021 [Polygon Wave]’ last August.
Perfume also announced that they would release a new album in the summer of 2022, four years after their last album, Future Pop. Be sure to listen to the song on your favorite music service! -
The sixth piece of apparel in the Perfume Closet fashion project officially went on sale on March 1, and the popular Fashion Truck pop-up store has made a comeback after being introduced last spring. The truck will travel to seven cities across Japan carrying new items. With fans already excited, the three members of Perfume decided to surprise everyone by appearing at the Laforet Harajuku pop-up shop! Appearing on stage, each wore a new item and took selfies with their cell phones before strolling around the store and chatting with customers. Perfume also autographed the truck’s interior and wrote personal messages.
The members on the second floor of the CONTAINER store. On display are costumes worn by Perfume while performing Polygon Wave. Perfume in front of the fashion truck set up in front of the store. The girls pose with items from the collaboration menu at Laforet Harajuku. Participating restaurants at Laforet Harajuku are offering Perfume-themed menu items for a limited time. Guests buying select items will receive a special Perfume lunch mat! Which Perfume track is your favorite? -
In January, Perfume held ‘Perfume LIVE 2022 Polygon Wave,’ an encore of the concert they held in August 2021. Massively popular with fans around the world, the three-member girls techno-pop unit continues to impress year after year. On March 9, 2022, they will release their new track Flow, the theme of the TBS Tuesday drama series ‘Fight Song.’ On February 21, the 6th Perfume Closet apparel collection was announced on the official Perfume website and the A! SMART Online Store.
Merchandise at a Glance
Laforet Harajuku x Perfume Closet Collaboration Menu
Chipoon Soy Milk Noodles with Hiroshima Lemon
MILKMILKMILK! Perfume Closet Gradient Soda/Perfume Closet Milk Ice Cream
ovgo B.A.K.E.R Meiji St. Salty Chocolate
Cafe Crepe - Banana, Chocolate, and Fresh Cream / Fermented Butter & Vanilla Sugar / Avocado Shrimp Salad
The 6th apparel line features items inspired by Perfume’s on-stage costumes. The new pieces focus on three songs in particular–Polygon Wave, Rebirth, and If you wanna. Made popular during the reveal of the Perfume Closet project, the pop-up fashion truck will return for this new release! At the pop-up store, fans can see the actual costumes worn in the Polygon Wave video on display for the first time. At Laforet Harajuku, Perfume Closet will collaborate with participating restaurants to create a limited-time menu inspired by the pop group. Which dish looks the tastiest?Information
Perfume Closet
Shop Opens March 1, 2022 at 11:00
Online Shop: https://www.asmart.jp/perfumePop-up Shop
Tokyo
Laforet Harajuku 1F Entrance / 2F CONTAINER
March 1 – March 7, 11:00-20:00Hakata
Caitac Square Garden 1F Central Atrium Plaza
March 11 – March 13, 11:00-20:00Hiroshima
SOGO Hiroshima New Building Entrance Plaza, New Building 4F
March 18 – March 21, 10:00-19:30Kyoto
Daimaru Kyoto 1F Higashinotoin Entrance / 3F Women’s Clothing Event Space
March 25 – March 27, 10:00-20:00Osaka
Osaka Takashimaya 1F East Entrance / 3F Rose Equair
April 1 – April 3, 10:00-20:00Nagoya
Global Gate 1F Open Air Plaza / Atrium
April 15 – April 17, 11:00-20:00Sendai
Sendai PARCO AER, AER Plaza / AER 1F Atrium
April 22 – April 24, 10:00-20:00