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KIRA, haruna ai, INSISTBAND, Shimotaku & SHINGONISHINARI

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Release Date: 2024/12/25

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The song is a bold arrangement of "Yappa Suki Yanen" a song by the late Yashikita Kajin that was released in 1986 and is still loved by people all over Japan. The guest performers are singer and TV personality "Haruna Ai " "SHINGONishinari" a rapper essential to Japan's hip-hop scene"Yunshisto BAND" another hip-hop band representing Japan and "Shimotaku" as producer. The song is a song of unwavering gratitude and love for the hometown of Osaka, sung in glossy R&B verses.

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iTunes Store • R&B/Soul TOP SONGS • Japan • TOP 5 • 23 May 2025 iTunes Store • R&B/Soul TOP SONGS • India • TOP 21 • 25 Aug 2026 iTunes Store • R&B/Soul TOP SONGS • Mexico • TOP 29 • 17 Dec 2025

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Spotify • New Music Everyday - tuneTracks (curated by TuneCore Japan) • 26 Dec 2024

Artist Profile

  • KIRA

    KIRA made her major label debut in 2014 with Nadeshiko SOUL. A singer songwriter rooted in club music, KIRA writes and composes her own songs. Known for her versatile vocal style, honest lyrics exploring love and everyday life, catchy melodies, and energetic performances, she has established a distinctive artistic identity. She continues to expand her reach in Japan and internationally, transcending genres and borders. She became the first Japanese singer to perform at a casino in Macau. Since 2023, she has been a regular personality on OBC Radio Osaka's KIRA x Ai Haruna KIMITO WATASHI. In August 2024, she released Paradise through SNDY, a record label based in Dallas, Texas, becoming the first Japanese artist to release a Kizomba track. In December of the same year, she released YAPPA, an official rearrangement of Yappa Suki Yanen, a beloved classic by Takajin Yashiki, featuring KIRA, Ai Haruna, Inist BAND, Shimotaku, and SHINGO NISHINARI. In 2025, KIRA performed a solo rendition of Japan's national anthem, Kimigayo, at Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai. In March 2026, she performed her original song Kami no Shima as an offering at Iwaya Shrine on Awaji Island. That same month, she released her sixth album, 12. She is currently on her Japan tour, KIRA LIVE TOUR 2026 12, with performances in Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. Beyond music, KIRA is committed to social contribution, continuing to organize fundraising initiatives for disaster affected communities and children through her own events. With her unique voice and versatile musical style, KIRA continues to evolve as an artist, forging her own path beyond conventional boundaries.

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  • haruna ai

    Born on July 21, from Osaka Prefecture. She has served as a Special Supporter for Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai and performed at the Opening Ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics. Winner of Miss International Queen 2009, ranked No.1 in the world. Appointed as an Honorary Ambassador for Korean Tourism. She completed the 24-Hour Television Charity Marathon (2010) and received accolades such as Best Jeanist 2010 and Nail Queen 2011. In addition to her work as a TV personality and restaurant owner, she is actively involved in volunteer efforts, including disaster relief and supporting children's cafeterias.

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  • INSISTBAND

    大阪に拠点に活動する唯一無二のヒップホップ・バンド、韻シストのサウンドを支えるShyoudog (Bass, Vocal)、TAKU (Guitar, Chorus)、TAROW-ONE(Drums)から成る3ピースバンド。

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  • Shimotaku

    Red EyeやKIRAなどの楽曲を手掛ける下拓がプロデュース等を務める。 2000年代を代表する関西最大級のHIPHOPパーティー「OSAKA SAFARI」を DJ GEORGEと共にプロデュース後、関西圏を越えて「TOKYO SAFARI」など全国区の知名度を誇るBIG PARTYへと育て上げ、 全国ツアーを成功させるなどDJでの活動で培ったセンスや、人脈を活かし、「下拓」名義で音楽プロデューサーとして活動中。

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  • SHINGONISHINARI

    "昭和の香り"色濃く残る大阪のイルなゲットー=ドヤ街「西成」釜ヶ崎は三角公園近くの長屋で生まれ育つ。独自のHip Hop、Reggaeスタイルで『SHINGO★ 西成』というジャンルを確立した。これまでの幅広い客演の数々がそれを物語り、いまや大阪のフッドスターとなった。また、"米カンパライブ"を主催し、2021年の 7月には炊き出し用の米を3t以上を集めて全て寄付。2021年、"昭和レコード"の看板を引き継いで、2022年1月に7枚目のアルバム『独立記念日』をリリース。 日本、関西、大阪、地元西成から世界に向けて魂の叫びを響かせる。

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