Tasuku Hatanaka to Release 9th Single “It’s time to fly!” Event to Commemorate 30th Birthday and 9th Single Announced!

Tasuku-Hatanaka-Artist-Photo-scaled Tasuku Hatanaka to Release 9th Single “It’s time to fly!” Event to Commemorate 30th Birthday and 9th Single Announced!

What You Need to Know:

  • Voice actor/artist Tasuku Hatanaka has announced the upcoming release of his 9th single “It’s time to fly!” on July 17, 2024.
  • This single marks Hatanaka’s first self-production, with him penning the lyrics for the title track himself. With his 30th birthday coming up on August 17, he delivers a piece of music on the theme of “travel,” packed with his current feelings and the challenges he would like to take on. The composition was done by M-Swift, also known as Shohei Matsushita, along with the artist XinU and musician Yota Shoji. The initial production run will include early ticket lottery applications for Lantis MENS GIG “A・C・E” 2024, which will take place on October 13.
  • Furthermore, an event commemorating Hatanaka’s 30th birthday and the release of his 9th single, titled “TASUKU HATANAKA 30th Birthday & 9th Single Release Party -It’s time to fly!-,” will be held at Zepp Yokohama on August 18. The first half will consist of a variety segment with guests, while the second half will feature a live performance by Hatanaka himself, making for an event packed with content. Yuma Uchida and Chikahiro Kobayashi, who both share close relationships with Hatanaka, will appear as guests for the afternoon and evening performances, respectively. Additionally, the event logo, which features a suitcase inspired by the travel theme of the 9th single, has been revealed. Ticket pre-orders are open from 12:00 on May 11.
  • Product Information

    Artist: Tasuku Hatanaka
    Title: 9th single “It’s time to fly!”
    Release Date: July 17, 2024

    Limited First Edition (CD & Blu-ray)
    Price: ¥2,970 (inc. tax)
    Product No.: LACM-34593
    Random photo card included (one of three types)

    Standard Edition (CD only)
    Price: ¥1,430 (inc. tax)
    Product No.: LACM-24593

    Tracklist
    1. It’s time to fly!
    Lyrics: Tasuku Hatanaka, Composition/Arrangement: Shohei Matsushita, XinU, Yota Shoji
    2. Untitled
    3. It’s time to fly! (Instrumental)
    4. Untitled (Instrumental)

    Blu-ray contexts *Limited First Edition only
    1. “It’s time to fly!” Music Clip
    2. Making of “It’s time to fly!”

    The initial production run of both editions will include an early ticket lottery application for Lantis MENS GIG “A・C・E” 2024.

    Lantis MENS GIG “A・C・E” 2024 webpage
    lantis.jp/special/ace2024

    Event Information

    TASUKU HATANAKA 30th Birthday & 9th Single Release Party -It’s time to fly!-
    Date: August 18, 2024
    Daytime Performance: Doors Open 13:00 / Show Starts 14:00
    Evening Performance: Doors Open 18:00 / Show Starts 19:00
    Performance: Tasuku Hatanaka
    Guests:
    Afternoon Performance: Yuma Uchida
    Evening Performance: Chikahiro Kobayashi
    Venue: Zepp Yokohama, Kanagawa
    Ticket Price: ¥8,470 (inc. tax)
    Ticket Limits: Up to 4 tickets per person (multiple performances may be applied for).

    Importance Notices

    *Preschool-aged children are not allowed to enter.
    *An additional drink fee of 600 yen is required upon entry.
    *Ticket resale for profit is prohibited. Purchasing tickets for resale purposes and listing them on auction sites is also prohibited.
    *Opening and starting times are subject to change due to various circumstances. In the event of a change, please note that no refunds will be provided for ticket costs, transportation fees, etc.
    *Please check the reception screen for application methods and other important notices.
    *Due to the spread of COVID-19, instructions or requests from the government, municipalities, etc., as well as various circumstances such as weather, disasters, etc., may lead to unavoidable changes or cancellations.

    Ticket Information

    Preorder: eplus.jp/hatanakatasuku30th
    Reception Period: 12:00 on May 11, 2024 to 23:59 on May 21, 2024
    Result Confirmation Period: From 13:00 on May 25
    Payment Period: 13:00 on May 25 to 21:00 on May 29

    Tasuku Hatanaka Profile

    Tasuku Hatanaka made his debut in 2006 as the voice of Edmund Pevensie in the Japanese dubbed version of The Chronicles of Narnia. Following that, he appeared in numerous dubs and anime, including My Hero Academia, SK8 the Infinity, LUPIN ZERO, and Tokyo Revengers.

    In July 2017, he made his artist debut with his first single, “STAND UP,” released by Lantis.
    Since then, he has been active both as a voice actor and an artist, contributing to anime and dramas such as Moriarty the Patriot and Ultraman Z.

    Artist page: lantis.jp/artist/hatanakatasuku
    X: twitter.com/tasuku_kenpro

Source: Official Press Release