NIJISANJI VTuber Hibari Watarai Sparks Nostalgia with Powerhouse Cover of "JAP" by abingdon boys school
On May 10, popular NIJISANJI VTuber Hibari Watarai released a cover of the classic track "JAP" by abingdon boys school (abs). The surprise announcement coincided with his new outfit reveal stream held on the same day, sparking waves of excitement and nostalgia among long-time fans across social media. "JAP," released in 2009, stands as one of abingdon boys school's most iconic rock anthems and gained massive popularity as the theme song for the "Sengoku BASARA" anime and game series. Over 15 years after its release, Hibari’s cover has sent shockwaves through X (formerly Twitter), with users posting comments like "I can’t believe I’m hearing 'JAP' in 2026" and "Our youth has returned." Cross-Generational Impact: Sengoku BASARA Fans React Hibari Watarai’s vocal prowess is well-documented, but this cover has earned special praise for his "evident respect for the original" and his "true band vocalist energy."...