A Galaxy of Guests
The star-studded lineup includes:
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新しい学校のリーダーズ (ATARASHII GAKKO!)
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小笹大輔 (Official HIGE DANdism)
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キタニタツヤ (Tatsuya Kitani)
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Taka (ONE OK ROCK)
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Tak Matsumoto (B’z)
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はっとり・田辺由明 (Macaroni Enpitsu)
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マキシマム ザ ホルモン (Maximum The Hormone)
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きゃりーぱみゅぱみゅ (Kyary Pamyu Pamyu)
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KOSHI・KEIGO・TAKE (FLOW)
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高市早苗 (Sanae Takaichi)
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DAIDAI (Paledusk)
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HYDE
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MAH (SiM)
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Jean-Ken Johnny (MAN WITH A MISSION)
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デーモン閣下 (聖飢魔II) (His Excellency Demon Kakka – Seikima II)
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古田新太 (Arata Furuta)
These unique collaborations, centered around the theme of “metal,” offer rare glimpses into the connections between artists from different musical backgrounds. Beyond the captivating dialogue, the book presents newly shot visuals of BABYMETAL, alongside a substantial 15,000-character interview where the members share behind-the-scenes anecdotes from their “Meta-Tomo” encounters and reflect on their evolution through world tours. Readers will also find guest-recommended metal tracks and an interview with producer KOBAMETAL, delving into the program’s core concept.
Exclusive Perks for Early Birds
To commemorate this special release, a range of exclusive benefits are available for those who pre-order. These include unique original stickers and postcards, designed to delight fans.
Special merchandise can be found at:
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Original Sticker (White): Amuse A!SMART
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Original Sticker (Red): TOKYO FM Official Shopping Site
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Original Sticker (Blue): KADOKAWA Kadokado
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Postcard: Amazon
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Original Alternate Cover: Available exclusively at “BABYMETAL no Metaraji! FES” venues. More details can be found on the Official FES Website.
This book not only serves as a cherished keepsake for fans but also as a testament to BABYMETAL’s ongoing mission, established since their formation in 2010, to unite the world through metal under the banner of “METAL RESISTANCE.” It’s a wonderful opportunity for Japanese and global audiences to deepen their understanding of BABYMETAL’s unique world and the diverse friendships they’ve cultivated. “It’s truly inspiring to see how BABYMETAL continues to bridge worlds, inviting everyone into their vibrant ‘Meta-Tomo’ family!” a fan might exclaim, capturing the shared excitement.
The BABYMETAL no Metaraji! BOOK is priced at 2,200 yen (including tax) and spans 192 pages in A5 format. It will be simultaneously released as an e-book.
For further details, visit the KADOKAWA product page or the Special Site.
This publication promises to be a fascinating journey into the heart of modern Japanese music culture, showcasing how a blend of “kawaii” performance and heavy metal can create a global phenomenon. It reinforces BABYMETAL’s role not just as entertainers, but as cultural connectors, building bridges one “Meta-Tomo” at a time, and further solidifying Japan’s unique contribution to global music.
