Tokyo Revenger Voice Actor Yu Hayashi Performs King Gnu’s ‘Sakayume’ for CrosSing Cover Song Project
17.July.2022 | MUSIC
In March 2022, the cover song project CrosSing was launched. Amassing instant popularity, tracks featured as part of the project have pulled in hundreds of millions of views. The project has featured popular voice actors Maaya Uchida, Kana Hanazawa, and Akari Kito.
On July 13, voice actor Yu Hayashi took to the stage to perform a cover of King Gnu’s Sakayume.
Yu Hayashi is a popular voice actor and singer who is well-known as the voice of Manjiro Sano in Tokyo Revengers and Ino Takuma in Jujutsu Kaisen. He’s also member of the vocal unit SCREEN mode. The song the artist chose to perform, Sakayume, was used as the ending theme for the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 film. The actor commented that he put all his energy into his singing, as he has special feelings for the work, having performed in the film. The exquisite balance of Hayashi’s powerful vocals and delicate expressions create something that shouldn’t be missed.
A special video showing the artist recording the track has been uploaded to YouTube.
Sakayume (from CrosSing) – Yu Hayashi (Recording Movie)
Exclusive behind-the-scenes footage has also been posted to the official CrosSing TikTok page. A special interview will be released on July 15 at 20:00.
Two campaigns have also been announced. The first is a follow and retweet campaign, and two lucky winners will receive Yu Hayashi’s autograph! To enter, just follow CrosSing on Twitter and TikTok and retweet the selected tweets.
A LINE MUSIC Playback campaign is also underway, and those playing the song over 300 times in the first two weeks will receive a special autographed image. More details will be posted to Twitter, so keep an eye out!
The compilation album CrosSing Collection Vol.1 will be released on September 21, 2022. In addition to many of the songs performed as part of the CrosSing project, Rain by Kana Hanazawa will be included as a bonus track. The song was used as the ending theme for Makoto Shinkai’s film The Garden of Words. There are no other plans for this song to be released in any other format, so be sure to snag this CD! Preorders are open on the Canime online shop.
Keep an eye on CrosSing as the 2nd Season continues to heat up!
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Sakayume (from CrosSing) – Yu Hayashi
Streaming Date: July 13, 2022
Streaming Links: https://CrosSing.lnk.to/HayashiYuu_Sakayume
CrosSing Collection Vol.1
Release Date: September 21, 2022
Canime Shop (Limited Copies Available): https://canime.jp/product/SCCG000000108/
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Tuyu Releases Non-Credit Video of Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown Arc Ending Theme
27.January.2023 | ANIME&GAME / MUSIC
The non-credit version of the Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown arc ending theme is now available.
The track is inspired by the emotionally-charged second season, which picks up where the first season left off and focuses heavily on Taiju, Yuzuha, and Hakkai Shiba. Listeners will be reminded to protect the things they care about as they listen to the powerful lyrics.
Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown Non-credit Ending
With its emotional melody and fitting lyrics, fans of the first season should be ready to face the intensity of the ongoing second season. The song is now streaming.
Be sure to tune in to the explosive second season of this globally-loved anime series!
Introduction
Takemichi Hanagaki traveled twelve years back in time in order to save his girlfriend and change his life for the better. Returning to the present day after his battle with Valhalla is done, he’s now the leader of the Tokyo Manji gang. His joy is short-lived, however, as the modern gang still seems to be ruled by Tetta Kisaki, the root of all evil. Nothing has been altered, and in order to truly save his girlfriend, Takemichi needs to face things head-on.©和久井健・講談社/アニメ「東京リベンジャーズ」製作委員会
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Kizutsukedo, Aishiteru – Tuyu
Streaming Links: https://lnk.to/tuyu_kizuai
Special Site: https://tuyu-official.jp/kizuai/
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CrosSing Cover Project Uploads Nanaka Suwa’s Version of Yukari Tamura’s Song ‘Fantastic future’
26.January.2023 | MUSIC
The CrosSing cover song project brings together popular voice actors to sing classic songs in their own unique style. Launched in March 2022, the YouTube channel has amassed over 150,000 subscribers and upon each song’s release, the project continuously trends on Twitter and other social media sites.
On January 18, 2023, the official CrosSing YouTube channel uploaded a recording video of voice actress Nanaka Suwa performing the song Fantastic future.
Nanaka Suwa is best known for playing Kanan Matsuura in Love Live! Sunshine!! The actress has also released two studio albums. In this new video from CrosSing, Suwa is seen performing Yukari Tamura’s popular song Fantastic future, used as the opening theme for the anime series The “Hentai” Prince and the Stony Cat.
Fantastic future – from CrosSing – Nanaka Suwa (Recording Video)
The track is now available on numerous streaming sites and those purchasing the high-res version from mora will be able to access a special mini-interview with Suwa herself. LINE MUSIC has also started a playback campaign, and fans listening to the track over 300 times will be entered to win an autographed image!
A retweet campaign is also underway, with two lucky winners receiving Nanaka Suwa’s autograph. For details, check out the official CrosSing Twitter.
The CrosSing project released its first compilation album, CrosSing Collection Vol. 1, in September. Kana Hanazawa’s cover of Rain from Makoto Shinkai’s short anime film The Garden of Words is included as a bonus track. The track is also available on YouTube.
CrosSing Collection vol.1
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Musical Unit Tuyu to Digitally Release Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown Ending Theme
23.January.2023 | ANIME&GAME / MUSIC
Tuyu, the musical unit formed by songwriter and guitarist Pusu, pianist miro, and vocalist Rei, will release Kizutsukedo, Aishiteru (It Might Be Painful, but I Still Love It) digitally on January 15, 2023.
The song is currently being used as the ending theme song for Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown, which began airing on January 7, 2023. The track is perfect for the emotionally-charged second season, which picks up where the first season left off and focuses heavily on Taiju, Yuzuha, and Hakkai Shiba. Rei’s impressive vocals and miro’s emotional piano performance combine to create an extremely addictive pop track. This is Tuyu’s first song to be featured in an anime series.
Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown Non-credit Ending
The non-credit ending video will be available on the official Tokyo Revengers YouTube channel on January 15.
Tuyu will hold a solo concert, Spring Rain, at Zepp Haneda in Tokyo on March 4, 2023. Two performances will be held: one in the daytime and one at night, with one themed around sunny weather and the other themed around rainy weather. Tickets will be available by lottery on e+ starting January 22 at 23:59.
At the end of 2022, Tuyu performed at COUNTDOWN JAPAN 22/23. Be sure to keep an eye on this group this year!
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Kizutsukedo, Aishiteru – Tuyu
Release Date: January 15, 2023 (Digital)
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Official Hige Dandism Releases Music Video for Tokyo Revengers Christmas Showdown Arc Opening Theme ‘White Noise’
18.January.2023 | ANIME&GAME / MUSIC
Rock band Official Hige Dandism has released a music video for their song White Noise on YouTube.
White Noise serves as the opening theme song for Tokyo Revengers Christmas Showdown Arc which began airing on January 7. The band also performed the previous opening song Cry Baby.
Official Hige Dandism – White Noise [Official Video]
Official Hige Dandism – White Noise
The Official Hige Dandism SHOCKING NUTS TOUR is currently underway, with the band performing in halls throughout Japan. For details on each venue and how to purchase tickets, visit the band’s official website!
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White Noise – Official Hige Dandism
Release Date: January 11, 2023
Streaming Links: https://HGDN.lnk.to/WhiteNoisePR
Teaser Video: https://youtu.be/dp6DQrNwK9U
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Tokyo Revengers Christmas Showdown Arc Reveals First DVD Jacket Art, 4th Character Song CD Announced
14.January.2023 | ANIME&GAME / MUSIC / SPOT
Tokyo Revengers Christmas Showdown Arc began airing on January 7, and more packaging information for the upcoming DVD and Blu-ray release has been revealed. Both versions will consist of three volumes, and the first volume’s cover features the powerful Black Dragon gang.
A commemorative event featuring the series’ star-studded cast has also been announced for June 18, 2023. Ticket applications for the afternoon event will be included inside the first DVD/Blu-ray. Keep an eye out for more information!
The fourth character image song album, Tokyo Revengers EP04, will also be released on March 15, 2023, featuring music from Hakkai Shiba, Yuzuha Shiba, Seishu Inui, and Hajime Kokonoi.
Fans can see which purchase bonuses are available at participating shops on the official website. Perks will be handed out with the purchase of the first DVD/Blu-ray and the 4th character song album.
Tune into the new season of Tokyo Revengers airing now!
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Tokyo Revengers EP04
Release Date: March 15, 2023
Tokyo Revengers Commemorative Anniversary & Formation Event
Date: June 18, 2023 *Afternoon & evening events planned
Venue: Shibuya LINE CUBE
Tickets: Application for daytime tickets available in first DVD/Blu-ray releasing March 15,
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CrosSing Cover Song Project Shares Chemistry Track Performed by Voice Actors Takayuki Kondo and Daisuke Ono
11.January.2023 | ANIME&GAME / MUSIC
The CrosSing cover song project brings together popular voice actors to sing classic songs in their own unique style. Launched in March 2022, the YouTube channel has amassed over 140,000 subscribers and upon each song’s release, the project continuously trends on Twitter and other social media sites.
On January 4, 2023, the official CrosSing YouTube channel uploaded a recording video of the popular voice actor duo TRD (Takayuki Kondo and Daisuke Ono) performing Chemistry’s You Go Your Way.
Takayuki Kondo is best known for portraying Eita Tanaka in Shakugan no Shana and Honda in Yu-Gi-Oh! Daisuke Ono is one of the most prolific voice actors of his time, voicing Sebastian in Black Butler, Jotaro Kujo in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, and playing countless other roles. The pair were excited to cover Chemistry’s classic track You Go Your Way, delivering incredible harmonies sure to pull at listeners’ heartstrings.
An interview video is scheduled to be released on YouTube on January 6 at 20:00.
You Go Your Way – from CrosSing – TRD (Recording Movie)
The track is now available on numerous streaming sites and those purchasing the high-res version from mora will be able to access a special mini-interview with the two voice actors. LINE MUSIC has also started a playback campaign, and fans listening to the track over 300 times will be entered to win an autographed image!
A retweet campaign is also underway, with two winners receiving autographs. For details, check out the official CrosSing Twitter.
The CrosSing project released its first compilation album, CrosSing Collection Vol. 1, in September. Kana Hanazawa’s cover of Rain from Makoto Shinkai’s short anime film The Garden of Words is included as a bonus track. The track is also available on YouTube.
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You Go Your Way – from CrosSing – TRD
Streaming Links: https://crossing.lnk.to/TRD_YouGoYourWay
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CrosSing Cover Project Uploads Akari Kito’s Version of Dragon Ball GT Ending Theme ‘Blue Velvet’
25.December.2022 | MUSIC
The CrosSing cover song project brings together popular voice actors to sing classic songs in their own unique style. Launching in March 2022, the YouTube channel has amassed over 140,000 subscribers and upon each song’s release, the project continuously trends on Twitter and other social media sites.
Voice actress and singer Akari Kito is the star of the newest upload, performing Shizuka Kudo’s Blue Velvet, an ending theme song for the Dragon Ball GT anime series. Kito is known for her work as Nezuko in Demon Slayer, Barbara in Genshin Impact, and Kaho Hinata in Blend S. The actress claims that the song is a favorite and that she has been listening to it since she was a child. An interview with Kito will also be uploaded to YouTube on December 23.
Blue Velvet – from CrosSing – Akari Kito (Recording Video)
The track is now available on major streaming sites, and those purchasing the high-res version from mora will be able to access a special mini-interview with Kito. LINE MUSIC has also started a playback campaign, and fans listening to the track over 300 times will be entered to win an autographed image from Akari Kito herself.
Those following the official CrosSing Twitter and TikTok accounts can repost a specific post to be entered to win a signed autograph card. Two lucky winners will be selected, so check out the official CrosSing Twitter account for more information!
The CrosSing project released its first compilation album, CrosSing Collection Vol. 1, in September. Kana Hanazawa’s cover of Rain from Makoto Shinkai’s short anime film The Garden of Words is included as a bonus track. The track is also available on YouTube.
Look forward to more content from CrosSing coming soon!
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Blue Velvet – Akari Kito (Cover of Shizuka Kudo’s original song)
Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/CrosSing_info
Official Site: https://cros-sing.jp/
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The CrosSing cover song project brings together popular voice actors to sing beloved songs in their own unique style. Since launching in March 2022, the YouTube channel has amassed over 140,000 subscribers and upon each song’s release, the project continuously trends on Twitter and other social media sites. Participants also love to post behind-the-scenes content on TikTok!
4th Season
CrosSing has announced the cast lineup for the 4th season and six incredible talents will take part. Check them out below!
Akari Kito (Voice Actress / Singer)
Nanaka Suwa (Voice Actress / Singer)
TRD (Takayuki Kondo & Daisuke Ono / Voice Actor Unit)
Suzuko Mimori (Voice Actress / Singer)
Shun’ichi Toki (Voice Actor / Singer)
Aya Hirano (Actress / Voice Actress / Singer)
The 4th Season has an unprecedented lineup, and we’re excited to see what songs these artists will perform!
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CrosSing 4th Season
Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CrosSing_OfficialChannel
Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/CrosSing_info
Official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crossing_official
Playlist: https://lnk.to/CrosSing_playlistOfficial Site: https://cros-sing.jp/
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CrosSing Cover Song Project Shares Fullmetal Alchemist Opening Rewrite Sung by Shugo Nakamura
29.November.2022 | MUSIC
In March 2022, the cover song project CrosSing was launched. Amassing instant popularity, tracks featured as part of the project have pulled in millions of views. The project has featured popular voice actors Maaya Uchida, Kana Hanazawa, and Akari Kito. The channel currently has over 100,000 subscribers.
On November 23, the CrosSing YouTube channel uploaded a video of voice actor Shugo Nakamura performing Rewrite, the fourth opening theme for Fullmetal Alchemist originally sung by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION.Nakamura is known for playing Teru Tendou in Idolmaster SideM and Gin Gagamaru in Blue Lock. The voice actor said that he’s been singing this track since his school days, so be sure to check out his voice!
Rewrite -from CrosSing- by Shugo Nakamura (Recording Movie)
In addition, those who play the song on LINE MUSIC over 300 times in two weeks starting November 23 will be entered for a chance to win an autographed image. Those following the official CrosSing Twitter and TikTok accounts can repost a specific post to be entered to win a signed autograph card, and two lucky winners will be selected. Follow CrosSing on Twitter for more details!
On September 21, the CrosSing project released its first compilation album, CrosSing Collection Vol. 1. In addition to the 12 incredible tracks currently available on YouTube and streaming services, Kana Hanazawa’s cover of Rain from Makoto Shinkai’s short anime film The Garden of Words is included as a bonus track.
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Rewrite (ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, Fullmetal Alchemist Opening) sung by Shugo Nakamura
Rewrite -from CrosSing- Streaming Links:
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Tokyo Revengers Event to be Held at Animate to Celebrate the Return of the Series
24.November.2022 | ANIME&GAME
From December 10, 2022 until January 22, 2023, a special Tokyo Revengers Fair will take place at Animate locations nationwide and online to celebrate the return of the anime series for the Christmas Showdown Arc!
The series tells the story of freelancer Takemichi Hanagaki, who finds out that his only girlfriend has been killed by the ruthless Tokyo Manji Gang. Going back in time 12 years, he decides to save his girlfriend and become a better version of himself. The first season of the anime series ran from April to September of last year and was based on Ken Wakui’s manga series, which concluded on November 16. The anime will return in January 2023 for its second season.
During the event, fans can snag a special bromide (8 varieties) for every ¥1,100 spent (including tax) on Tokyo Revengers goods. These bromides will feature new illustrations of Mikey, Draken, Inupi, Koko, and other popular characters in tuxedos!New merchandise will also be on sale, including clear cases, acrylic stands, and more, all featuring the new artwork.
Christmas card-style flyers will also be handed out at select Animate stores starting December 3 while supplies last, so be sure to celebrate the holiday season with the cast of Tokyo Revengers!(C)和久井健・講談社/アニメ「東京リベンジャーズ」製作委員会
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Tokyo Revengers Christmas Showdown Arc Fair at Animate
Running: December 10, 2022 – January 22, 2023
Venue: Animate locations nationwide / Animate Online
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Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown Details Released
04.November.2022 | ANIME&GAME
More details about the upcoming Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown arc have been revealed.
In a new trailer, fans got their first look at Taiju Shiba, a character exclusive to the Christmas Showdown arc. First Division Captain Seishu Inui and Hajime Kokonoi also make appearances.
Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown Trailer
https://youtu.be/hfj7HaTbMSQ
Tomokazu Sugita will play Taiju Shiba, while Yuzuha Shiba will be portrayed by Mikako Komatsu. Character visuals for the two have also been revealed, along with a brand-new key visual for the series showing a stoic Takemichi Hanagaki.The series will be broadcast on 37 stations nationwide, and an advance screening will be held on December 24, showing three episodes prior to their official broadcast. This will also include a chat with the main cast, and the ticket lottery is now open.
Tokyo Revengers will return with the Christmas Showdown arc in January 2023. Will you be tuning in?
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Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown
Airing January 2023
Official Site: https://tokyo-revengers-anime.com
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Tokyo Revengers Collaboration Cafe and Pop-Up Shop to Open for a Limited Time
27.October.2022 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT
A collaboration cafe and pop-up shop inspired by the popular anime series Tokyo Revengers will open again this year following a successful run in 2021. The event will be held on the fourth floor of Tokyo Solamachi from November 3 until December 2, 2022.
Collaboration Merch
The collaboration will feature a variety of limited-edition goods with new designs based on the theme of the ‘backstreets.’ The lineup includes acrylic stands, clear folders, and plenty more. Special Baji birthday goods will also be available on November 3!
Collaboration Menu
The popular collaboration menu features food items inspired by the show’s characters, and guests will be able to enjoy everything from curry and yakisoba to pancakes and crepes. Even if you’re not hungry, you can still grab a drink!
Baji’s Birthday Celebration Event
From November 3 until November 7, fans of Baji won’t want to miss his birthday event. During this time, guests will be able to snag a special sweets plate, so don’t miss it!
See the official website for more details!
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Tokyo Revengers Collaboration Cafe and Pop-Up Shop
Running: November 3 – December 2, 2022
Venue: Tokyo Solamachi West Yard 4F, #4
Tree Village (TV Shop)
Official Site: https://tree-village.jp/