Readers Asked to Vote on ‘Strongest’ Scene in Baki Series for 30th Anniversary, Crossfaith x ralph Collaboration Announced
Akita Shoten has launched a special project celebrating the 30th anniversary of the popular fighting manga series Baki the Grappler. Following a fan contest and the free release of the entire series, the new project is asking readers what they think was the ‘strongest’ scene in the series. The 30th-anniversary project will continue through 2022 and will include the largest ever Baki exhibition in spring.
Baki’s ‘Strongest’ Scene Site
OCR Processing of Dialogue from All 1,248 Chapters to Catalog Dialogue
Visitors can search for their favorite from over 150 scenes
Select the episode that contains your favorite scene and click ‘Vote!’
An image generator will allow voters to create their own image featuring their favorite quote.
When voting, fans can leave their comments, and the winning scene’s comments will be displayed at the upcoming exhibition at Tokyo Dome City.
Where to Vote: https://baki-saikyoscene-tournament.com/
Voting Period: December 23, 2021 – January 15, 2022 at 23:59
The winning scene will be announced on January 27, 2022 on the special website and in Weekly Shonen Champion.
Future Plans
・The comments posted at the time of voting will be screened by organizers and may be published at the Baki Exhibition at Tokyo Dome City from March 5 until April 17, 2022.
・Comments may be edited or omitted.
Crossfaith x ralph ‘Different Species Collaboration’ -The Strongest Scene Special Movie-
A key visual collage video featuring famous scenes from Baki the Grappler has been posted to the special website and Akita Shoten’s YouTube channel.
The song featured in the short film is Gimme Danger, a collaborative track between world-renowned metalcore band Crossfaith and rapper ralph.
Baki the Grappler ‘Strongest’ Scene Special Movie
Comment from Crossfaith
“It’s a great feeling to be able to contribute our music to the Baki the Grappler ‘Strongest’ Scene contest. We’ve loved this series for a long time, and it contains so many important messages–not just about martial arts, but about being a person and being a man. Since this is a different kind of battle, we welcomed rapper ralph as our opponent and ended up creating the incredible track that is Gimme Danger. Please enjoy this track that will shake you to your core along with Baki.”
Crossfaith’s ‘Strongest’ Scene
The Big Tournament Battle: Hanma Baki vs. Retsu Kaioh
A scene where 4,000 years of history awakens the blood of Hanma
Comment from ralph
“Congratulations on 30 years. I’m so thankful to be able to contribute to this special event. I’d like to train at least three hours a day to become worthy enough for this honor.”
ralph’s ‘Strongest’ Scene
Kaoru Hanayama’s Chivalrous Scene
What do you think is the ‘strongest’ scene in the series?
Information
Baki the Grappler 30th Anniversary
Official Site: https://baki-30th.com
Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/teambaki
Baki’s ‘Strongest’ Scene Special Site: https://baki-saikyoscene-tournament.com/
Akita Shoten Official YouTube: https://youtu.be/KnJioHjnE9o
Official Site: https://www.akitashoten.co.jp/
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Release Date: December 22, 2021
Scheduled to Ship in Mid-February 2022 or later
Retail Price: ¥6,600 (Tax Included)Purchase Bonus: Baki the Grappler Glass with Logo / Stone Coaster
Buy Here: https://kurand.jp/products/hanmabaki*Due to the limited quantity, sales may be suspended as soon as the product is sold out.
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Baki the Grappler is one of the most recognized manga series in recent history, serialized in Weekly Shonen Champion from 1991 until 1999. A new 12-episode Netflix anime series Hanma Baki is set to release on September 30, and the ending theme Unchained World, performed by GENERATIONS from Exile Tribe, is now available to stream!
The music video for the track has also been uploaded to the group’s official YouTube channel and features an intense and fast-paced performance sure to have you on your feet! The song’s title and major theme revolve around being unbound, and that comes through in this manly and powerful vocal performance and freestyle choreography. Unchained World Music Video The album jacket is incredible, featuring characters from the series and members of GENERATIONS illustrated in Baki Hanma style! Will you be catching this new Baki the Grappler series on Netflix? Information
Unchained World
Release Date: October 6, 2021
CD+DVD: ¥1,980 (Tax Included) / CD Only: ¥1,100 (Tax Included)
Streaming Link: https://GENERATIONS.lnk.to/UWAS_DLSTR
Official Site: http://generations-ldh.jp
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Japanese wellness company Pip launched its new Pip Magneloop MAX magneto-therapeutic device on Monday (March 8). In promotion of the product, it is collaborating with the Grappler Baki anime.
Baki Original Characters
PC Concentration FighterHousework & Childcare Fighter Customer Servicer Fighter Stress Fighter Special Video Series
The Pip Magneloop MAX is a magneto-therapeutic device containing powerful magnets which improve blood circulation and relieve muscle stiffness. The Grappler Baki collaboration shines light on four of the biggest daily stresses for people: desk work, housework/child-rearing, manual labour, and stress. The series created four original characters to capture how these stresses can manifest. ©板垣恵介(秋田書店)／バキッッ製作委員会 Information
Pip Magneloop MAX x Grappler Baki
Released: March 8, 2021
Buy Here: https://www.pipjapan.co.jp/en/magneloop/
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TV Anime Series Fist of the Blue Sky: Regenesis Opening Theme ‘Soul Seeker’ to be Performed by Crossfaith
Having only just released their first album in three years EX_MACHINA in August 2018, some new news has arrived from Japanese heavy metal band Crossfaith.Their new song Soul Seeker will be used as the main theme song for season two of the upcoming anime series Fist of the Blue Sky: Regenesis which is set to begin airing in October. The song is completely brand new and not featured on their recently-released album. It will be available for digital download this autumn. You can get an early listen of the song in the series trailer above, so be sure to check it out. ■Information "EX_MACHINA" Released: August 1, 2018 Limited Pressing Edition (2CDs+2DVDs): ¥11,000 (Pre-Tax) First Press Limited Edition (CD+DVD): ¥4,500 (Pre-Tax) Regular Edition (CD): ¥2,990 (Pre-Tax) Tour Schedule ＜Japan＞ OSAKA HAZIKETEMAZARE FESTIVAL 09/17 @ Izumiotsu Phoenix Crossfaith World Tour 2018: Japan 10/27 @ Koriyama HIP SHOT 10/28 @ Yokohama Bay Hall 11/8 @ Niigata LOTS 11/10 @ Zepp Sapporo 11/14 @ Takamatsu Olive Hall 11/16 @ Namba Hatch 11/20 @ Hamamatsu Madowaku 11/22 @ Zepp Nagoya 11/25 @ Sendai PIT 11/30 @ Shinkiba Studio Coast 12/8 @ Hiroshima Club Quattro 12/9 @ Fukuoka Drum Logos 12/15 @ Koza Music Town ＜Overseas＞ CONCRETE & GRASS MUSIC FESTIVAL 09/15 @ Shanghai, China Crossfaith World Tour 2018: UK/EU 9/26 @ Clubzal, St. Petersburg, Russia 9/27 @ RED Club, Moscow, Russia 9/28 @ BelEtage, Kiev, Ukraine 10/1 @ Arena Wien, Vienna, Austria 10/2 @ Naumann's, Leipzig, Germany 10/3 @ Logo, Hamburg, Germany 10/6 @ Bi Nuu, Berlin, Germany 10/8 @ Gebaude 9, Cologne, Germany 10/9 @ Backstage, Munich, Germany 10/10 @ La Laiterie, Strasbourg, France 10/13 @ Marble Factory, Bristol, England 10/15 @ The Garage, Glasgow, Scotland 10/16 @ Rock City, Nottingham, England 10/17 @ Manchester Academy, Manchester, England 10/19 @ Electric Ballroom, London, England 10/20 @ The Plug, Sheffield, England 10/21 @ Academy, Dublin, Republic of Ireland Crossfaith Official Website: http://www.crossfaith.jp/ Fist of the Blue Sky: Regenesis Official Website: www.souten-regenesis.com Fist of the North Star Official Website: http://www.hokuto-no-ken.jp/35th ©Tetsuo Hara・Buronson/NSP 2001, ©Fist of the Blue Sky 2018 -
It has been announced that Crossfaith's new song The Perfect Nightmare will premiere on US heavy metal music magazine Metal Injection.
The song is the first piece of new material from the 5-member Japanese heavy metal band since they dropped Wipeout back in January. It will release across digital streaming platforms on June 14 including Spotify and Apple Music. An official video was also released. It was directed by up-and-coming Australian creator EGO and packs as much punch as the song itself. A new artist photo was also released taken by Polish photographer Maciej Kucia, and the band even featured on the front cover of GQ. Crossfaith is currently touring Europe and will head to Japan in July. They will subsequently return overseas for a UK and European tour beginning in September. ■Tour Information Japan 06.09 @ BLAZE UP NAGASAKI 2018 in HUIS TEN BOSCH, Huis Ten Bosch - 9:00/11:00 07.28 @ WILD BUNCH FEST. 2018, Yamaguchi Kirara Haku Memorial Park - 9:30/11:00 08.05 @ ROCK IN JAPAN, Hitachi Seaside Park 08.25 @ TRIANGLE, Momochi Seaside Park 08.26 @ RUSH BALL, Izumiotsu Pheonix 08.27 @ Crossfaith presents NITROPOLIS vol.1, Osaka BIG CAT - Open 18:00/ Start 19:00 08.29 @ Nagoya Diamond Hall - Open 18:00/ Start 19:00 08.30 @ Ebisu LIQUIDROOM - Open 18:00/ Start 19:00 08.31 @ Ebisu LIQUIDROOM - Open 21:00/ Start 22:00 09.08 @ TREASURE05X, Gamagori Laguna Beach 09/17 @ Osaka Haziketemazare Festival OSAKA HAZIKETEMAZARE FESTIVAL, Izumiotsu Pheonix Melkweg w/ Bullet For My Valentine、Asking Alexandria 06.12 @ FZW, Amsterdam, Netherlands 06.12 @ Schlachtof, Dortmund, Germany 06.15 @ Wiesbaden, Germany 06.16 @ Download Festival Paris, Paris, France Kiff w/ Modern Life Is War、Cancer Bats 06.17 @ Aarau, Switzerland Zona Roveri Music Factory w/ Underoath 06.19 @ Bologna, Italy Magazzini Generali w/ Underoath 06.20 @ Copenhell, Milan, Italy 06.22 @ Graspop Metal Meeting, Copenhagen, Denmark 06.23 @ Dessel, Belgium clubCANN w/ Bury Tomorrow 06.24 @ Stuttgart, Germany Dürer Kert w/ Underoath 06.28 @ Aerodrome Festival, Budapest, Hungary 06.29 @ Vainstream Rockfest, Prague, Czech Republic 06.30 @ Download Festival Madrid, Spain 06.30 @Download Festival Madrid Crossfaith World Tour 2018: UK/EU 09.26 @ Clubzal, St. Petersburg, Russia 09.27 @ RED Club, Moscow, Russia 09.28 @ BelEtage, Kiev, Ukraine 10.01 @ Arena Wien, Vienna, Austria 10.02 @ Naumann's, Leipzig, Germany 10.03 @ Logo, Hamburg, Germany 10.06 @ Bi Nuu, Berlin, Germany 10.08 @ Gebaude 9, Cologne, Germany 10.09 @ Backstage, Munich, Germany 10.10 @ La Laiterie, Strasbourg, France 10.13 @ Marble Factory, Bristol, England 10.15 @ The Garage, Glasgow, Scotland 10.16 @ Rock City, Nottingham, England 10.17 @ Manchester Academy, Manchester, England 10.19 @ Electric Ballroom, London, England 10.20 @ The Plug, Sheffield, England 10.21 @ Academy, Dublin, Republic of Ireland Crossfaith Official Website: http://www.crossfaith.jp/ -
Summer is coming soon, and no doubt you are looking forward to going to summer festivals! In this article, I will introduce to you some recommended Japanese artists who are going to perform at summer festivals that will be held in foreign countries.
Kyary Pamyu Pamyu
THE GREAT ESCAPE is a music festival held in Brighton, England which was started in 2006.
Many events will be held, not just live concerts and many up-and-coming artists, people who are working in the music industry and music lovers from all over the world gather at this festival. Many alternative UK rock bands perform at this festival but big-name artists such as ADELE, ELLIE GOULDING, ED SHHERAN and CHARLIE XCX have performed at this festival too, before or right after they debuted.
World Tour 2018：https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/94229
■InformationTHE GREAT ESCAPE
Location:Various Venues, Brighton City Centre Brighton BN1
Date: 2018/05/17 to 19
Website: http://greatescapefestival.com/
KYARY PAMYU PAMYU official website
Wednesday Campanella
She will also perform at Les Eurockéennes for the first time, a music festival held in Belfort, France. Les Eurockéennes has been held at a protected nature reserve in Belfort since 1989. In 2012, it was awarded Best Overseas Festival in the UK Festival Awards. It is one of France’s biggest music festivals. Wednesday Campanella’s appearance at Les Eurockéennes comes after enthusiastic demand from the people in charge of bookings.
Detail Information：https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/103258
■InformationLes Eurockéennes
Location: Lac de Malsaucy, Belfort, France
Date: July 5―July 8Website: https://www.eurockeennes.fr
Wednesday Campanella’s official website
“crossfaith” is a solo unit who is gathering much attention all over the world for his unique music which is the mixture of strings and electronica and fresh ideas. He combines many kinds of genres such as metalcore, hard core, screamo and catchy pops to create his unique works. He is going to perform at many festivals this year, so let’s check out his official website.
■InformationDownload Paris
Date: 2018/06/15 to 17
Location:Base Aérienne 217, Brétigny-sur-Orge, France
Website:http://www.downloadfestival.fr/fr
Graspop Metal Meeting
Date: 2018/6/21〜24
Location:Dessel, Belgium
Website:https://www.graspop.be/en/
Aerodrom Festival
Date: 2018/6/28〜30
Location:Panenský Týnec
Website:https://aerodrome.cz/
Download Madrid 2018
Date: 2018/6/28〜30
Location:Uptown Theater
Website:https://downloadfestival.es/en/
crossfaith Official Website
Cornelius
“Cornelius” is a solo unit of Keigo Oyamada from Tokyo which is gaining high reputation for its high-quality pop music and unique stage performance using various kinds of videos.
So far, it has been decided that he is going to perform at Field Day Festival and Sonar Festival which will be held in June. Please refer to his official website with regards to detailed information.
■Information
Field Day Festival
Date: 2018/6/1〜3
Location:Brockwell Park London
Website:http://fielddayfestivals.com/
Sonar Festival
Date: 2018/6/14〜16
Location:Barcelona 25ª edición
Website:https://sonar.es/
Cornelius LIVE information
http://www.corneliusjapan.com/tour1/
Cornelius official website
BABYMETAL
BABYMETAL are a fusion of the metal and idol genres and are a band active across the globe. Their mix of authentic metal music with their cute singing and dancing continues to captivate fans worldwide. They have also opened their own apparel brand, ‘BMD FOX APPAREL.’ The three of them are also set to perform at many festivals this summer.
■InformationRock on the Range
Location: MAPFRE STADIUM, Columbus
Date: 2018/5/20
Website: http://rockontherange.com/index.html
Rock am Ring 2018
Location: Nürburgring, Germany
Date: 2018/6/1
Website: http://www.rock-am-ring.com/
Rock im Park 2018
Location: Zeppelinfield, Germany
Date: 2018/6/1
Website: http://www.rock-im-park.com/
Download UK 2018
Location: Donington Park, Derby
Date: 2018/6/9
Website: https://downloadfestival.co.uk/
BABYMETAL Official Website:
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