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YOASOBI

Japan  ·  Echoes  ·  Debut 2019
J-PopVocaloidSynth PopDance Pop

YOASOBI is a Japanese music duo (not solo singer) consisting of composer Ayase and vocalist ikura, known for their innovative 'novel into music' concept where they adapt stories into songs. Their breakout hit 'Yoru ni Kakeru' became a cultural phenomenon across Asia, blending J-pop with electronic elements that resonate strongly with digital-native audiences.

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Markets
Global
Primary: Japan, South Korea
Genre
J-Pop, Vocaloid, Synth Pop
+ Dance Pop, Anime Themes
Mood
Energetic Optimism, Dreamy Storytelling, Introspective
Brand Positioning
J Pop Phenomenon, Anime Culture, Gen Z Icons
Active Since
2019 – Present
Partnership Relevance
Tech-Culture Partner

YOASOBI anchors strongest across Tech, Mobile Gaming, Fast Fashion, with a partnership profile built for reach and credibility in those categories. It is a weaker fit for prestige-luxury or heritage positioning, where the positioning pulls the other way.

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YOASOBI is a Japanese music duo (not solo singer) consisting of composer Ayase and vocalist ikura, known for their innovative 'novel into music' concept where they adapt stories into songs. Their breakout hit 'Yoru ni Kakeru' became a cultural phenomenon across Asia, blending J-pop with electronic elements that resonate strongly with digital-native audiences. They represent modern Japanese pop culture export success, bridging traditional storytelling with contemporary sound design and anime tie-ins.

With a 8M-strong global fandom, its deepest reach in Japan, positioning around j pop phenomenon and anime culture, YOASOBI gives partners a defined audience to activate rather than broad, unfocused reach.

Key Takeaways

  • Strongest in Tech
  • Samsung Galaxy · PlayStation sponsorships
  • J Pop Phenomenon
  • Anime Culture
Overview

YOASOBI is a Japanese music duo (not solo singer) consisting of composer Ayase and vocalist ikura, known for their innovative 'novel into music' concept where they adapt stories into songs. Their breakout hit 'Yoru ni Kakeru' became a cultural phenomenon across Asia, blending J-pop with electronic elements that resonate strongly with digital-native audiences. They represent modern Japanese pop culture export success, bridging traditional storytelling with contemporary sound design and anime tie-ins.

Brand Fit Preview
Strongest fit categories
TechMobile GamingFast FashionBeautyAthleisure
J Pop Phenomenon
Anime Culture
Gen Z Icons
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Audience Preview
Primary regions
East Asia
Southeast Asia
Core audience
18-24
Fandom composition
41% core fandom · 22% trend-driven · 37% casual
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Brand Compatibility
80/100
Strong
Audience Strength
Growing
of global fandom scale
Market Momentum
Growing
+0.1%
YouTube subscribers, last 30 days
Brand Safety
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Good standing
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Recent Highlights
AwardMUSIC AWARDS JAPAN — Best Anime Song2025
AwardMUSIC AWARDS JAPAN — Top Global Hit from Japan2025

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