What You Need to Know:
- Takuma Terashima, known for voicing popular anime and game characters such as Otoya Ittoki in Uta no Prince-sama: Maji Love 1000%, released his concept EP ELEMENTS on September 4. The EP includes a voice drama titled Samael to no Kaikou (Encounter with Samael), which plays a key role in setting up the story for Terashima’s live tour starting on September 15.
- The drama includes Daisuke Sakuma from Snow Man as the mysterious character Samael, who appears before Terashima’s character. This project marks the first time Terashima and Sakuma, who are close friends in real life, have worked together as voice actors. The voice drama Samael to no Kaikou, written by Terashima himself, is exclusively available on the CD of the ELEMENTS EP.
- Additionally, Terashima will host the September edition of ANISON EXPO supported by Bandai Namco Music Live on TOKYO FM. Daisuke Sakuma is set to appear as a guest on the September 7 and September 14 broadcasts. The episodes will feature behind-the-scenes stories from the recording of Samael to no Kaikou, along with plenty of otaku-themed discussions between Terashima and Sakuma.
Comment from Daisuke Sakuma
“I’ve been saying for a long time that we should work on a voice acting project together, so I’m really happy we finally got the chance. It’s amazing that Terashima-san made this happen himself. He created the entire world of the voice drama, and I think it highlights just how incredible he is. I hope my fans enjoy hearing us perform together.”
A behind-the-scenes video documenting the making of ELEMENTS has been released on Terashima’s official YouTube channel. The video offers a look at the recording of Samael to no Kaikou, along with footage from the album cover photoshoot and recording sessions, showcasing the journey leading up to the project's completion.
Product Information
Concept EP ELEMENTS
Artist: Takuma Terashima
Release Date: September 4
Limited First Edition
Price: ¥4,070 (incl. tax)
Product No.: LACA-35113
Specifications: 7-inch paper jacket, jacket illustration by Shirow Miwa, photo card with QR code for video viewing
Standard Edition
Price: ¥2,970 (incl. tax)
Product No.: LACA-25113
CD *Limited First Edition and Standard Edition
Includes five songs on the themes of fire, water, earth, wind, and light as well as an exclusive voice drama.
1. Samael to no Kaikou (Encounter with Samael)
2. HAPPINESS is BLOWIN’!
Lyrics: Takuma Terashima; Composition: Takahiro Yamada; Arrangement: Shoichiro Hirata
3. Back to the Honnouro
Lyrics: Takuma Terashima; Composition: SERRA; Arrangement: hidë
4. Sui to Umemori
Lyrics: Takuma Terashima; Composition/Arrangement: Takashi Morio
5. Ake no Chihei
Lyrics: Takuma Terashima; Composition/Arrangement: Hitoshi Harukawa
6. Hikari Hanatsu (OP Theme of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Coleus’ Dream)
Lyrics: Takuma Terashima; Composition/Arrangement: Takuya Sakai (Arte Refact)
Voice Drama Samael to no Kaikou Synopsis
In his workroom, Takuma Terashima (voiced by himself) is organizing scripts and completed packages. As he opens one of the scripts, Samael (voiced by Daisuke Sakuma) suddenly appears. Samael, the creator of the world, is an “otaku” who loves the many forms of fiction created by humans.
Samael explains that the world is stagnating due to people’s desires and that the elemental energy which the world is composed of is weakening. He asks Terashima to use the power of soul-stirring music to restore the world’s vitality and harmony. To energize his fans and revitalize the world, Terashima embarks on a nationwide tour...!
ANISON EXPO supported by Bandai Namco Music Live
Broadcast Schedule: Every Saturday from 24:00 to 24:30
Radio Station: TOKYO FM
AuDee: audee.jp/program/show/56016
Official X: x.com/TFM_ANISONEXPO
September Host: Takuma Terashima
Guest: Daisuke Sakuma (September 7 and 14 only)
TAKUMA TERASHIMA LIVE TOUR 2024 -ELEMENTS-
Dates & Venues
September 15, 2024 (Sunday) Yokohama Bay Hall, Kanagawa
Doors open: 16:30 / Show starts: 17:30
September 29, 2024 (Sunday) GORILLA HALL OSAKA, Osaka
Doors open: 16:30 / Show starts: 17:30
October 6, 2024 (Sunday) Bottom Line, Aichi
Doors open: 16:30 / Show starts: 17:30
Ticket Prices
Standing: ¥7,700 (incl. tax)
*Tickets required for children 3 and older.
*Entry in ticket number order.
*Separate drink fee required at entry.
*Limit of 4 tickets per person per performance (multiple performances permitted).
*Tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis, with sales closing once tickets are sold out.
Ticket Purchase URL:
e+ (eplus): eplus.jp/terashimatakuma2024
Ticket Pia: w.pia.jp/t/terashimatakuma2024
Lawson Ticket: l-tike.com/terashimatakuma2024
Takuma Terashima Profile
Takuma Terashima made a spectacular debut as Apollo in the TV anime Genesis of Aquarion, and has since voiced numerous lead roles, including Otoya Ittoki in Uta no Prince-sama: Maji Love 1000% and Shiki Granbell in EDENS ZERO. Known for his impressive vocal abilities in character songs and his top-tier live performances, he is highly regarded within the industry.
He made his artist debut with Lantis in 2012 and has released numerous popular songs, including theme songs for the That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime series. Terashima writes the lyrics for all of his solo songs. In 2022, he celebrated the 10th anniversary of his artist debut and released his first best-of album.
Official YouTube channel: youtube.com/channel/UC2XXSJBvNygj81VPOJmCu-g
Personal X: x.com/Terashima_dayo
Official artist X: x.com/AssembleTour
Artist webpage: lantis.jp/artist/terashimatakuma/
Source: Official Press Release