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Anna Yamada

2001年1月8日生まれ、埼玉県出身。2011年に『ちゃおガール2011★』オーディションでグランプリを受賞し、芸能界入り。その後は女優としてのキャリアもスタートさせ、2018年には映画『ミスミソウ』で初主演に抜擢。以降も映画『ひらいて』(2021年)、『山女』(2023年)やドラマに多数出演。『山女』では第15回TAMA 映画賞最優秀新進女優賞を受賞し、多彩な演技力が一躍注目を集める。映画『ゴールデンカムイ』(2024年)や『正体』(2024年)での好演により、日刊スポーツ映画大賞 / 助演女優賞、日本アカデミー賞新人俳優賞を受賞。また、『正体』では日本アカデミー賞優秀助演女優賞も受賞している。10月24日W主演映画『恋に至る病』、2026 年 主演映画『NEW GROUP』の公開が控えている。10月6日(月)夜11時6分放送スタートのドラマ『シナントロープ』への出演も決まっている。

Mocky

#MUSIC

カナダ出身の音楽家。コンポーザー、アレンジャー、プロデューサー、ベースとドラムを主軸に様々な楽器を弾くマルチプレイヤー、ラッパーとさまざまな側面を持つアーティスト。6月、『Music Will Explain (Choir Music Vol. 1)』をStones Throwより発表、9月からは東京・大阪・京都をめぐる来日ツアーも開催する。

Emerald

#MUSIC

Formed in 2011. A Japanese band presenting a new generation of city pop music that combines the sounds of jazz, neo-soul, and AOR with the context of Japanese pop music. In January 2022, the band held a successful 10th anniversary solo live concert at Shibuya WWWX. Billboard/Blue Note via BlackMusic.

Shun Ishiwaka

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Percussionist, born in 1992 in Hokkaido. Graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts after studying percussion at the high school attached to the Faculty of Music, Tokyo University of the Arts. Upon graduation, he received the Acanthus Music Award and the Doseikai Award. As a leader project, he leads Answer to Remember, CLNUP4, SMTK, and Songbook Trio, and has participated in numerous live performances and productions by Quruli, Ringo Sheena, KID FRESINO, Ozora Kimishima, CRCK/LCKS, and many others.

Sori Sawada

矛盾だらけのリアルな感情を日常の景色に重ね合わせ、リスナーの五感を刺激する。Sori Sawadaから2021年3月に本名に名義を変えて活動。 職業作家としても活躍するシンガーソングライター。 代表曲の「またねがあれば」は、シンガーの當山みれいからバーチャルシンガーの花譜まで、 幅広いジャンルの歌手たちがカバーしている。カバー動画の総再生回数は1000万回を超える。

Yuma Abe

Born in Tokyo in 1990, he started his career as a member of “never young beach” in 2014. In 2021, he established his own label “Thaian Records” and released his first solo album “Fantasia” in June. In February 2024, he toured North America for the first time, playing 12 shows in 11 cities.

Misaki Umei

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Born in Kakogawa City, Hyogo Prefecture, she began playing the piano at age 4 and the electone at age 6. He began composing music at the age of four. Graduated from Nishinomiya High School, Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture, majoring in music composition. In January 2020, he released Misaki Umei Trio 1st Album "humoresque" from brilliant works. He has performed with Hiromi Uehara, kendrick scott, Masaki Hayashi, Takashi Aragaki, Eiko Ishibashi, Mugi Furukawa, Mika Nakajima, Kayoko Yoshizawa. Yoshizawa Kayoko. Kairi Yagi, SennaRin, Miliyah Kato, Shinya Kiyotsuka, (in no particular order. He has participated as a pianist/arranger in the live performances and recordings of artists such as Kayoko Yagi, Kairi Yagi, SennaRin, Miliyah Kato, Shinya Kiyotsuka, (in no particular order), and others. In addition, he will begin a solo project loosely in February 2023.
Official website: https://linktr.ee/umeboshi3333

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1000nen

#OTHER

A comedy duo from Yoshimoto Kogyo consisting of Minoru, born April 8, 1999 in Hyogo Prefecture, and Tokio Kinenhi, born June 19, 1998 in Chiba Prefecture. 45th year student at NSC Osaka in April 2022, they made it to the 3rd round of the M-1 Grand Prix while at NSC. (Fuji Television), and is currently based in Osaka. They are known for their intricate comic talent using detailed mime, and Minoru is also a skilled calligrapher. Tokio Kinen Hi also has a deep knowledge of puzzle solving and quizzes, so a wide range of activities can be expected from this duo.

Summer Whales

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Aoi (Vo/Gt) and Ryoga Kubo (Gt) are a band with a sound reminiscent of 90's alternative grunge rock and indie music from overseas, and ennui, husky vocals, which has been talked about on radio stations and live houses since their first performance, with their outstanding composition sensitivity and cool appearance. Their music, which mixes stylish, sharp rock with catchy pop arrangements, is packed with exciting developments and quality melodies. The seamless transition between English and Japanese lyrics, spun in a comfortable enunciation, is another of their charms.

Kaho Nakamura

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Born in 1992, musician, started his music career at the age of 20 in Kyoto. He continues to expand his musicality in various forms: solo, duo, and band. His appearance with new discoveries every time you see him will continue to expand his circle of resonance both in Japan and abroad. 2018 released the album “AINOU”. 2019 released 3 singles for distribution and a CD. 2019 “FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL” performance, and in December of the same year, he will hold his own project “Uta no Genzaichi 2019” at Shinkiba Studio Coast, Tokyo. Released “Aimir” in June 2021. She is the voice of Suzu / Belle, the main character in Mamoru Hosoda's latest film, “Ryu to Freckled Princess.

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katagiri jin

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Born in 1973. Born in Saitama Prefecture. Graduated from Tama Art University.
Actor and plastic artist. Currently active in TV and stage, as well as drama and radio. Recent works include NTV's “New Airport Occupation,” NHK BS's “Ungiri Nizaemon Final,” and the stage play “Harold and Maude.” In 1999, began working as a sculptor in addition to his acting career. In 2019, he will hold his first overseas solo exhibition “Giri Exhibition Taiwan”; in 2021, he will hold “Hitoshi Katagiri Creative Encyclopedia Exhibition in Commemoration of 20th Anniversary of Clay Art” at Gallery AaMo in Tokyo Dome City.

Nagisa Murakami

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A singer-songwriter based in Tokyo, Japan. Her folk-rooted melodies, supple groove, and swirling voice are her most appealing features, and she has a unique power that makes her unique. In 2024, he will join the chorus of Yumaro Abe (never young beach) and Gusokumuzu's works as well.

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