V6 Commemorates Subscription Release with Special Yurikamome Train Takeover; Fans Delighted by Double Anniversary with Line's 30th Year

Popular group V6 has announced a special takeover of the "Yurikamome" new transit system vehicles running through Tokyo to commemorate the release of their entire music catalog on subscription services. The news has become a significant topic on social media.

According to V6's official social media, "V6 MENT RECORDING," this vehicle takeover is a joint project with Yurikamome, which celebrates its 30th anniversary on November 1st. The special campaign is scheduled to run from Saturday, November 1st, to Sunday, November 16th, during which specially wrapped trains will be in operation.

Fans have responded to this news with an outpouring of surprise and joy. Comments like "Yurikamome vehicle takeover?! V6? V6…😳 I'm so confused 😭" show their excitement, while many express determination with phrases such as "I have to go ride it!" and "I'm definitely going!" Some fans also shared their emotion about the coincidence, remarking, "Yurikamome opened on November 1, 1995! Wow, exactly the same day!" noting that V6's subscription release date falls on Yurikamome's opening anniversary.

Although V6 has already disbanded, comments expressing gratitude and joy for the continued projects that delight fans even after their disbandment are prominent. One fan wrote, "Even after disbanding, collaborating with Yurikamome for a 30th-anniversary celebration and releasing all songs for streaming—these are all such happy announcements for V6 fans 😭😭."

Yurikamome itself is also celebrating its 30th anniversary by offering an exceptionally low-priced "one-day pass for 30 yen" for a limited period from November 22nd to 24th, which has also garnered attention. It appears many fans are planning to use Yurikamome during this period, combining it with the opportunity to see V6's special trains.

For two weeks, the Yurikamome, running through the Tokyo Bay Area, will be adorned in V6 colors. This promises to be a special opportunity for fans to immerse themselves in V6's music and history, set against Tokyo's beautiful nightscape.

The Context

V6 was a highly popular six-member Japanese male idol group formed in 1995 under Johnny & Associates (now STARTO ENTERTAINMENT), known for their music, variety show appearances, and acting careers. The group officially disbanded on November 1, 2021, after 26 years together. Their decision to release their entire catalog on subscription services, a relatively recent trend for many major Japanese idol groups, is a significant event for fans, especially given their disbandment.

The Yurikamome is an automated guideway transit (AGT) system in Tokyo, Japan, connecting Shimbashi to Toyosu. Opened on November 1, 1995, it is famous for its scenic route over the Rainbow Bridge, offering panoramic views of Tokyo Bay, Odaiba, and the city skyline. It serves as a crucial transportation link for tourists and residents visiting the bay area's attractions.

The collaboration between V6 and Yurikamome, celebrating their shared anniversary date of November 1st (V6's subscription release coinciding with Yurikamome's opening), creates a unique "double anniversary" event that deeply resonates with fans. The special train wrapping and the discounted one-day pass are joint celebratory gestures, offering fans a memorable way to engage with both the group's legacy and the iconic Tokyo transport line.