Mrs. GREEN APPLE and Star-Studded Guests Shine at 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Japan Premiere

The Japan premiere event for the movie Spider-Man: Brand New Day took place on July 30, featuring a star-studded walk down the red carpet. Among the highlights of the evening was the appearance of the popular Japanese rock band Mrs. GREEN APPLE, who created the Japanese version theme song "Brand New" for the film.

Fresh off overseas event appearances, the band returned to Japan just in time for the premiere. Lead vocalist and guitarist Motoki Ohmori posted on social media, "Back in Japan! Today is the Spider-Man Japan Premiere," which was met with a flood of warm welcome-back messages from fans. During the event, Ohmori delightfully revealed that lead star Tom Holland recognized the band and even gave him a hug. Drawing inspiration from the movie, the band members playfully dubbed themselves a "Triple Ned"—referencing protagonist Peter Parker's loyal best friend—showing off their close bond and love for the franchise.

Kabuki actor Shido Nakamura also attended the event with his two sons, Haruki and Natsuki. The trio charmed the audience by striking Spider-Man's iconic web-shooting pose together on stage. Online reactions exploded with enthusiasm following the event, with fans praising the band for attending despite their packed schedule, admiring their stylish outfits and nail art, and expressing high anticipation to watch the film with the new theme song in theaters.

The Context

In Japan, major Hollywood releases frequently collaborate with popular local musicians to create Japanese theme songs for tie-in promotions, boosting domestic interest. Mrs. GREEN APPLE is currently one of Japan's top-charting pop-rock acts, widely celebrated for their catchy melodies and massive youth appeal. Additionally, Kabuki actor Shido Nakamura is a well-known pop-culture figure who regularly participates in high-profile entertainment events, making his family appearance a major hit with domestic entertainment media.

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