Sunlit Ripples (feat. Ai Hisano)

"Sunlit Ripples" - 2nd Solo Single by Akane feat. Ai Hisano
Available July 3, 2025 via TuneCore!

Following the well-received debut solo single "Blue bird," Ai Hisano-best known as a member of the group Akane-returns with her second solo project under the name Akane feat. Ai Hisano, produced by Koichi Shibata.

"Sunlit Ripples" is a powerful summer anthem that blends the DNA of iconic '90s J-pop hits with a sharp, modern rock edge.
Exploding with energy, the track surges forward with the searing guitar work of Wataru Ozaki-his piercing riffs and dynamic rhythm guitar push the heartbeat of the song ever higher.

Layered over this is Hisano's radiant voice: clear, emotive, and full of inner strength.
Together, they create a sound that's more than just refreshing-it's a visceral rush of summer emotion.

Produced and arranged by Koichi Shibata, the song also features the signature shakuhachi (bamboo flute) of Kizen Oyama, fusing traditional Japanese textures with a driving, modern rock arrangement.
The result is a high-speed, emotionally charged soundscape that feels both nostalgic and boldly new.

"Sunlit Ripples" is a song that rewrites your memories of summer-
vivid, heartfelt, and unforgettable.