■ Basic Information Real Name: Kenshi Yonezu. Date of Birth: March 10, 1991. Currently 35 years old. Hometown: Tokushima City, Tokushima Prefecture. Other Moniker: Hachi. Affiliated with REISSUE RECORDS. ■ Physical Features Overwhelming Height: Standing at 188cm, he possesses a striking, model-like slender physique. Mysterious Hairstyle: Previously known for a mysterious look with long bangs completely covering his right eye, he has currently updated his style to a trendy center part. Beautiful Hands: His long, slender fingers and elegant hands, often featured prominently in his music videos, are a constant point of fascination for fans. ■ Personality and Inner Self Introverted and Artistic: Since childhood, he has enjoyed immersing himself in his own world. He has publicly stated that he is an "indoor person" and was "not good at communication." Absolute Perfectionist: He personally handles songwriting, composition, vocals, CD jacket illustrations, animation, and even the choreography in his music videos. Deep Literary Quality and Solitude: His lyrics encompass themes of loneliness, life and death, and the kindness of accepting human imperfection, reflecting his highly well-read and introspective nature. ■ Education and Background Tokushima Era (Birth to High School Graduation): Raised in Tokushima City, Tokushima Prefecture, and graduated from Tokushima Prefectural Tokushima Commercial High School. He was deeply involved in band activities during middle and high school. Osaka Era (Vocational School): Moved to Osaka after high school. While attending an art vocational school in Osaka, his talent blossomed as the Vocaloid producer "Hachi." He also played in a band. Tokyo Era (Present): Moved to Tokyo upon his solo debut. He is currently based in Tokyo, continuing to produce cutting-edge music. ■ Representative Songs and Musical Achievements "Lemon": Theme song for the drama "Unnatural." The MV has surpassed hundreds of millions of views on YouTube, becoming a massive hit known by everyone. "Paprika": NHK 2020 Support Song (Foorin). He wrote, composed, and produced this national song loved by children and adults alike. "KICK BACK": Opening theme for the anime "Chainsaw Man." With a boundary-breaking intense sound, it achieved the feat of being certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). "Spinning Globe": Theme song for Hayao Miyazaki's Studio Ghibli film "The Boy and the Heron." A gem of a ballad spun over five years with the director. "Garakuta (Junk)": Theme song for the film "Last Mile" starring Hikari Mitsushima. A delicate medium-tempo number linked to the film's worldview. "Eine Kleine": Used as a commercial song for Tokyo Metro. The warm animated MV, entirely directed, illustrated, and edited by Yonezu himself, continues to capture many hearts. "LOSER": A rock number putting his roots and struggles over a straight, aggressive beat. The full-scale contemporary dance Yonezu performed in the MV became a major topic of conversation. "Peace Sign": Opening theme for the anime "My Hero Academia." A catchy melody full of the heat and momentum typical of shonen manga, loved across generations. "Haiiro to Ao (with Masaki Suda)": A nostalgic masterpiece featuring actor Masaki Suda as a guest, depicting the friendship and youth of two people passing each other by. The emotional vocal exchange between the two is heart-wrenching. "Kanden": Theme song for the TBS drama "MIU404." A rhythmic and sophisticated pop song linked to the drama's buddy-cop feel, with a playful MV filmed in a closed amusement park. "Uma to Shika": Theme song for the TBS Sunday Theater "No Side Game." Linked with the excitement of the Rugby World Cup, the image of Yonezu singing powerfully while being jostled by a large crowd of dancers in the MV is impressive. "IRIS OUT": Theme song for the movie "Chainsaw Man – Reze Arc." An edgy track that swept domestic and international charts, surpassing 100 million streams within weeks of release. "Shunrai (Spring Thunder)": A hidden masterpiece from the album "BOOTLEG." Characterized by a stylish, meticulous sound comparing the impulse of love to "spring thunder," and pale, psychedelic visual beauty. "orion": Ending theme for the anime "March Comes in Like a Lion." A song that sparkles like a starry sky, using the Orion constellation as a motif to express a desperate wish to stay connected with a loved one. "Flamingo": Expresses a lewd and somewhat sorrowful worldview through highly addictive cutting guitar and wordplay. The elegant electronic sounds and the surreal footage of him dancing in a strange parking lot are habit-forming. "Sayonara, Mata Itsuka! (Sayonara, See You Again!)": Theme song for the NHK morning drama "The Tiger and Her Wings." The MV featuring Yonezu with braided hair spending a mysterious time in a diner is memorable; a lighthearted number singing of freedom and dignity. "Umi no Yuurei (Spirits of the Sea)": Theme song for the animated film "Children of the Sea." A dynamic and grand ballad utilizing digital choir effects throughout. It merges perfectly with the film's beautiful visuals. "Uchiage Hanabi": A duet with singer DAOKO. YouTube views have reached 740 million. ■ Albums - Hachi Era 1st Album: "Hanataba to Suisou" (Released Feb 7, 2010) 2nd Album: "OFFICIAL ORANGE" (Released Nov 14, 2010) - Kenshi Yonezu Era 1st Album: "diorama" (Released May 16, 2012) 2nd Album: "YANKEE" (Released Apr 23, 2014) 3rd Album: "Bremen" (Released Oct 7, 2015) 4th Album: "BOOTLEG" (Released Nov 1, 2017) 5th Album: "STRAY SHEEP" (Released Aug 5, 2020) 6th Album: "LOST CORNER" (Released Aug 21, 2024)