exsisting

Track Title: "exsicting"

Kayako Higuchi, a model and vocalist, and Jun Wakabayashi, a guitarist who has worked on productions and live performances for numerous artists, together form the unit SAKU. Their latest single, "exsicting," marks the next bold step in their journey.

The track is driven by tight, cutting guitar tones that anchor its alternative rock foundation, while ethnic-inspired rhythmic patterns and trap beats are boldly woven throughout. This genre-defying approach to rhythm keeps constantly shifting shape, generating a relentless sense of forward motion that pulls listeners in from the first beat. Where rock impulse, ethnic groove, and contemporary beatmaking intersect, the result is a sound that transcends the conventional scale of J-POP.

Higuchi's vocals combine unwavering core strength with fluid expressiveness, vividly capturing every emotional shift. Wakabayashi's guitar, meanwhile, moves freely between tension and release, lending the song a dramatic, ever-evolving arc.

The single was mixed and mastered by engineer Fujishiro Masato, known for his work with a wide range of popular artists including Aimyon, Sakura Fujiwara, Yu Sakai, C&K, AiNA THE END, Passepied, and Eito. Fujishiro's meticulous sound design brings clarity and dynamic depth to SAKU's intricately layered soundscapes.

Continuing their search for a new form of J-POP, SAKU opens yet another door with this release. With elements that speak to fans of rock, electronic, and hip-hop alike, "exsicting" carries the potential to resonate across genre lines and reach a truly diverse audience.

Live Performance
On Saturday, September 5, 2026, SAKU will share the stage at Moonromantic in Aoyama, Tokyo, for a one-night-only two-act show alongside the rising act Natsudaidai, two groups with distinctly different musical approaches coming together for an unmissable night.

"exsicting" captures the "now" of SAKU, a unit that continues to redefine its own sound. Experience their world both through the digital release and live on stage.