Sakamichi Series All-Stars Unite: Dream Team Formation and New Single Release Spark Massive Buzz

It has been announced that a special "Sakamichi Selection," bringing together elite members from Nogizaka46, Sakurazaka46, and Hinatazaka46, has been formed. Alongside this, the theme song for the Aobazaka46 auditions, titled "Audition," is set to be released on September 26, creating a massive buzz on social media.

The lineup for this special selection features representative members from each group. Fans have expressed astonishment and delight at the star-studded roster, with comments flooding in such as, "The lineup is too overpowered" and "I have goosebumps that won't stop." Furthermore, various speculations and high expectations are swirling regarding the announcement method of the formation and the fact that Nogizaka46 member Nagi Inoue will serve as the center for the song.

Transcending group boundaries, this project can truly be called an "all-star" collaboration. Anticipation has reached an all-time high for the simultaneous release of the song and music video on September 26, as fans eagerly wait to see how the unique charms of each group will merge into a breathtaking performance.

The context

The "Sakamichi Series" refers to a hugely popular family of Japanese idol groups produced by Yasushi Akimoto, sharing origins with or styling themselves after Nogizaka46 (whose name references the Sakamichi or "hill road" slope). While each group—Nogizaka46, Sakurazaka46 (formerly Keyakizaka46), and Hinatazaka46 (formerly Hiragana Keyakizaka46)—normally promotes independently with distinct musical and visual styles, cross-group collaborations are exceptionally rare and highly celebrated events for J-pop fans.

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