KADOKAWA announced music videos from artists OxT, Konomi Suzuki, MYTH & ROID, MayuMaeshima, Kashitaro Ito, sajou no hana, Yuka Iguchi, Riko Azuna, nonoc, and Hanatan are now available on Apple Music, iTunes, Spotify, and various other streaming services. Released under KADOKAWA, some of the music videos include opening and ending themes from popular anime such as Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-, No Game No Life, and more.
You can read up on each artist profile below:
OxT (Okuto / Masayoshi Oishi × Tom-H@ck)
Formed in 2015, OxT is a powerful digital rock unit consisting of two leading figures in the anime music scene.
Masayoshi Oishi, an anisong singer who has performed numerous anime theme songs such as “Yōkoso Japari Park e” and “Sign wa B”, is currently expanding his career into fields such as MC work and acting.
Tom-H@ck, a renowned sound creator, is known for composing and producing theme songs for popular anime titles including the K-ON! series, as well as producing and writing songs for artists and idols such as T.M.Revolution, LiSA, and Momoiro Clover Z. He has also composed background music for films and anime, earning both outstanding achievements and wide recognition in the industry
Konomi Suzuki
Born on November 5, 1996, in Osaka Prefecture. In 2011, she won the Grand Prix at the 5th All-Japan Anisong Grand Prix, and the following year, at the age of 15, made her debut with “CHOIR JAIL.” She has performed numerous anime theme songs, including “This game” (opening theme of the TV anime No Game No Life) and “Redo”(opening theme of the TV anime Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-). In 2022, she formed She is Legend, a loud rock unit with XAI, born from the dramatic RPG Heaven Burns Red.
In 2025, she embarked on her largest solo live tour to date, consisting of 25 performances across three tours: the “Hitoritabi Tour ‘Returns,’” the “Minnatabi Tour,” and the “Asia Tour 2025.” She also performed the opening theme for the third season of the TV anime Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- which aired in 2025.
- Konomi Suzuki：https://nex-tone.lnk.to/KonomiSuzuki
MYTH & ROID
MYTH & ROID is a Japanese artist boasting a full-scale international sound with sharp, catchy melodies and commanding vocal performances. Since their major debut in 2015, MYTH & ROID have performed the theme songs for several hit anime series and accumulated over 150 million views on their music videos and related contents. With the theme of “Extremes of Emotion”, their music and visuals break through any cultural or generational boundaries with a universal appeal, earning international praise and enabling live appearances in over 20 countries.
In 2016, their 3rd single “STYX HELIX” and 4th single “Paradisus-Paradoxum” consecutively reached the number 1 position on the iTunes overall top songs chart in Japan. Furthermore, the music video for their 10th single “TIT FOR TAT” amassed over 5 million views in just the first year after it’s release in 2019. 2020 saw the release of MYTH & ROID’s 1st digital album, “Future is Mine”, released exclusively on streaming and digital distribution services. The album reached the number 1 position on the iTunes top anime album chart in Norway, as well as ranking in the top 10 in other countries such as New Zealand, Macao, United Kingdom and Italy. The grouping of the words “Myth” and “Android” is reminiscent of the past, while simultaneously calling to the future
- MYTH & ROID：https://nex-tone.lnk.to/MYTHANDROID
Mayu Maeshima
In 2015, Mayu joined the contemporary creative unit MYTH &ROID as the lead vocalist. With their music reaching #1 on the iTunes overall chart and earning widespread recognition both domestically and internationally, she was highly praised as a vocalist. However, in November 2017, she left the unit amid much admiration. In April 2019, Mayu began her solo career under the name MAESHIMA Mayu, releasing her digital single “YELLOW”. Later that year, she released her solo debut album “From Dream And You” in September. The album, which was crafted through co-writing collaborations with various creators who were captivated by her powerful vocals, showcased her as a solo artist. Mayu also took on the role of lyricist for all of the tracks, which were written entirely in English, solidifying her unique presence in the music scene.
In early 2021, she contributed the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime “Re:Zero – Starting Life in Another World”. Since July 2025, she has been responsible for numerous anime theme songs, including the opening theme for the TV anime “CLEVATESS”. Through her lyrics and voice, Mayu channels even the most negative emotions into positive energy, leaving them behind in her songs
- Mayu Maeshima：https://nex-tone.lnk.to/MayuMaeshima
Kashitaro Ito
Having started his singing career on video platforms, ITO Kashitaro became a sensation, often referred to as an unparalleled vocal talent. To date, his videos have amassed over 150 million views. His social media presence is considerable, boasting 700,000 followers and 300,000 official friends on LINE, making him a highly revered artist among younger netizens and social media users. After his major debut, he transitioned to creating original compositions and blossomed as a singer-songwriter, releasing fifth albums.
In spring 2018, he penned his debut novel Katei Kyoshitsu. In 2020, he released his first single Kioku no Hakobune (the ending theme for the anime Deca-Dence) and his first collected essays Bokutachi ni Niau Sekai (The World that Suits Us), published by KADOKAWA. These ventures showcased his prowess as a “singer-songwriter-novelist.” Since then, he has consistently released anime theme songs, including Shinjuiro no Kakumei (ending theme for Deep Insanity: The Lost Child), Silent Minority (opening theme for Trapped in a Dating Sim: The World of Otome Games Is Tough for Mobs), Hinata no Kuni and Neko Neko Biyori and Aisazuniha irarenai (theme songs for Nights with a Cat), Vita Philosophica and Tsukikage okuri (ending theme for My Happy Marriage), and Syura Diary (No Longer Allowed in Another World).
In February 2022, he launched his first best-of album Sanzen Sekai, continuing his streak of having four consecutive albums ranked in the Oricon Top 10 chart. From 2021 onward, he has been voicing the character Hikage Toma in the HIPHOP media mix project Paradox Live. While his primary activities revolve around singing, music production, and streaming, ITO Kashitaro’s endeavors span songwriting/music production for other musicians, voice acting, writing, and being a DJ and radio host, truly exemplifying his
- Kashitaro Ito：https://nex-tone.lnk.to/itokashitaro
sajou no hana
sajou no hana made her debut in 2018 with the ending theme “Hoshie” for the TV anime “Tenrou: Sirius the Jaeger”. Known for creating songs that perfectly complement the worlds of theanime she works on, she has contributed to numerous anime theme songs. In January 2019, she participated in the opening theme “99.9” for the TV anime “Mob Psycho 100 II” under the name MOBCHOIR feat. sajou no hana.
She also performed the ending themes “Memosepia” and “Gray” for the same series. She has been involved in creating various theme songs for the “Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?” anime series.For the second season of the TV anime “Ishura”, she took on lyric writing for the first time with theending theme “THE IOLITE”, showcasing her refined lyrical sensibility. She is highly regarded for her powerful voice and wide expressive range, which defy expectations based on her appearance.
- sajou no hana：https://nex-tone.lnk.to/sajounohana
Yuka Iguchi
In addition to her work as a voice actress and radio personality, Yuka Iguchi made her solo artist debut on February 6, 2013 with “Shining Star-☆-LOVE Letter,” the image song for A Certain Magical Index: The Movie – The Miracle of Endymion.
Since then, she has released 16 singles, 5 albums, and 2 live Blu-rays & DVDs. She has performed numerous theme songs for TV anime series and has actively held live concerts both in Japan and overseas. Since moving her music activities to KADOKAWA in 2022, she has released 3 singles and 1 mini-album. In 2023, she celebrated the 10th anniversary of her singing career and launched her official fan club, continuing to expand her artistic activities with even greater energy.
- Yuka Iguchi：https://nex-tone.lnk.to/iguchiyuka
Riko Azuna
During childhood, Azuna Riko learned the art of acting through various musical and TV performances.
After entering university, she decided to become a singer songwriter as a way to express herself and her thoughts freely. She made her major debut singing “Kimi Ni Furete” as the opening theme song of the anime Yagate Kimi Ni Naru (Bloom Into You). Simultaneously, she was chosen to sing the insert song “Memories” for the anime OVA Re:Zero–Starting Life in Another World Memory Snow.
After that, she sung the theme song of the popular anime Boogiepop and Others, ASTRA LOST IN SPACE, Cautious Hero: The Hero Is Overpowered but Overly Cautious, So I’m a Spider, So What?, Police in a Pod, and Trapped in a Dating Sim: The World of Otome Games is Tough for Mobs. In March 2023, she released her long-awaited first album “BLUE MOON,” which contains more than 10 tie-up songs.
In spring 2023, she entered into a business partnership with F.M.F Co., Ltd. In spring 2024, she partnered with CAT entertainment Co., Ltd. In recent years, she has released a series of songs she has written herself, such as “DAISY,” “Silver Floworld,” and “Horizon,” which have become hits. Her song writing skills have also attracted attention, and in 2025, she made her debut as a composer by providing the song “Moon Runner” for Kaori Ishihara.
- Riko Azuna：https://nex-tone.lnk.to/azunariko
nonoc
An artist from Utashinai City, Hokkaido—known as “Japan’s smallest city.” Born on July 12. While still in high school, she began her full-fledged music activities after posting her singing online. She made a striking debut when she was chosen to perform both the image song and the theme song for the film Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World – Memory Snow. Since then, she has gone on to perform numerous theme songs for TV anime and commercials, including Re:ZERO series works, Magical Girl Spec-Ops Asuka, Astra Lost in Space, Police in a Pod, and Spy Classroom.
In 2024, marking the 5th anniversary of her debut, she joined NEW WORLD LINE, a label led by Junichi Sato of fhána, a three-piece band with global acclaim. Her first release under the label, “Doorno Mukou” (Beyond the Door),was a refreshing pop tune for which she wrote the lyrics herself—serving as the perfect opening to a new chapter in her career as she relocated from her hometown in Hokkaido to Tokyo. Since moving to Tokyo, nonoc has appeared at numerous events both in Japan and abroad, including in Canada, Taiwan, Hong Kong, India, and Cambodia. At the same time, she continues to stay true to her roots in Hokkaido—performing“365 Nichi no Ashita” as the theme song for Hokkaido Electric Power Group’s 2023 commercial, and in 2025 being appointed as a PR Ambassador for Utashinai City.
Hanatan
Hanatan began posting “Utattemita” (cover song) videos on Niconico in 2008, and in April 2009 her cover of doriko’s “Romeo and Cinderella” reached No.1 on the site’s singing rankings.After performing live not only in Japan but also across Asia, she made her long-awaited VTuber debut in January 2022—partly inspired by her desire to expand her activities since she had previously refrained from revealing her face in the media. Today, she continues to be highly active, performing live both domestically and internationally, as well as singing theme songs and insert songs for anime.
