Rock Powerhouse THE ORAL CIGARETTES Drops Anime Anthem “ERASE” and Reveals Epic 2026 Hall Tour!

THE ORAL CIGARETTES Unleashes “ERASE” for “Hell Teacher Nube” Anime, Announces Massive Summer Tour
1. “Hell Teacher Nube” Returns with a Rocking Soundtrack
2. THE ORAL CIGARETTES Embarks on “Home Sweet Home TOUR 2026”

THE ORAL CIGARETTES Unleashes “ERASE” for “Hell Teacher Nube” Anime, Announces Massive Summer Tour

Japanese rock band THE ORAL CIGARETTES is making waves with the announcement of their new digital single, “ERASE,” scheduled for release on January 7, 2026. This powerful track will serve as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime “Hell Teacher Nube,” which begins broadcasting on January 7 via TV Asahi’s “IMAnimation W” slot.

The track’s jacket photo has been unveiled, hinting at the song’s dark and dynamic aesthetic. “ERASE” is described as a high-octane rock number, blending a driving sound and melodic vocals with lyrics that resonate deeply with the anime’s universe. Fans can look forward to the music video’s premiere on the same day as the single’s release, with a teaser movie already available on the band’s official YouTube channel.

To celebrate the release, a special pre-add/pre-save campaign is underway for Apple Music and Spotify users. Participants who register the song in advance will receive an exclusive “Hell Teacher Nube” original smartphone wallpaper. Additionally, 15 lucky winners will be chosen by lottery to receive a THE ORAL CIGARETTES A3 poster.

“Hell Teacher Nube” Returns with a Rocking Soundtrack

“Hell Teacher Nube” is a legendary occult comic series that captivated readers of “Weekly Shonen Jump” from 1993 to 1999, boasting over 29 million copies in circulation. The story follows Nube, a spirit medium teacher with a demon’s hand, who bravely protects his students from yokai and evil spirits. The series saw a new anime adaptation in July 2025, and the highly anticipated second cour is set to begin in January 2026. Fans were given an early listen to “ERASE” during the “Jump Festa 2026” stage program on December 21 at Makuhari Messe, where the anime’s second cour PV was unveiled with the new opening theme.

TV Anime “Hell Teacher Nube” Official Website: https://nube-anime.com

THE ORAL CIGARETTES Embarks on “Home Sweet Home TOUR 2026”

Adding to the excitement, THE ORAL CIGARETTES has announced their “Home Sweet Home TOUR 2026,” a summer hall tour marking a first for the band. Kicking off on July 8 at Orix Theater in Osaka, the tour will span 12 cities and 13 performances across Japan.

Tour Dates and Locations:

July 8 (Wed): Osaka Orix Theater
July 16 (Thu): Aichi Prefectural Art Theater Main Hall
July 18 (Sat): Rexxam Hall Main Hall (Kagawa Prefectural Hall)
July 22 (Wed): Tokyo Garden Theater
July 23 (Thu): Tokyo Garden Theater
August 5 (Wed): Miyagi Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi
August 7 (Fri): Niigata Prefectural Civic Center Main Hall
August 12 (Wed): Hiroshima Bunka Gakuen HBG Hall
August 14 (Fri): Fukuoka Sunpalace
August 16 (Sun): Kumamoto Castle Hall Main Hall
September 6 (Sun): Nara Centennial Hall Main Hall
September 8 (Tue): Mie Culture Hall Main Hall
September 12 (Sat): Hokkaido Sapporo Kanemoto Hall (Sapporo Civic Hall)

Tickets are priced at 7,300 yen (tax included) for both reserved seats and seated-only reserved seats. A fan club pre-sale is currently running until January 6, 2026. For more details on the tour and ticket information, fans can visit the official website.

In 2025, THE ORAL CIGARETTES engaged in a whirlwind of activities, including an arena tour that mobilized over 100,000 people and appearances at more than 30 music festivals and joint live performances. With “ERASE” and the “Home Sweet Home TOUR 2026” on the horizon, 2026 promises to be another year of relentless energy and captivating performances from the band. Fans worldwide are encouraged to keep an eye on their journey; their commitment to delivering powerful music and unforgettable live experiences is truly inspiring! “We can’t wait to see what new heights they’ll reach next!”

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