RAB ESPICE Unleashes “VIVID VISION” Tour with Electrifying Key Visual and All-Star Band
The dynamic unit from REAL AKIBA BOYZ reveals a captivating visual and announces a powerhouse band for their 2026 East-West-Nagoya tour.
RAB ESPICE, the energetic unit formed within the anime dance performer group REAL AKIBA BOYZ, has unveiled the key visual for their first East-West-Nagoya one-man live tour, “VIVID VISION.” This tour introduces a fresh lineup featuring original members Zomayanakajanai!, Nes, and Toushi, joined by new additions Nagi and KOSUKE.

The newly released key visual is a stylish and high-speed spectacle, blending movements that seem to cut through space with vivid, intense colors. The three-dimensional lines and trails of light powerfully highlight the presence and expressive range of the new RAB ESPICE formation.
The “Super ESPICE Band” Ignites the Stage
In conjunction with the key visual release, the lineup for the RAB ESPICE BAND, affectionately known as “Cho-ryo Koshinryo Gakudan” (Super Good Spice Orchestra), has been announced. This formidable band will join RAB ESPICE for the tour’s grand finale in Tokyo, promising to elevate the live experience. Bringing together accomplished artists from various fields, the band will add depth and explosive energy to RAB ESPICE’s performance. Prepare to witness an overwhelming band sound, a unique synergy that can only be experienced at this specific event, as the impact of live music propels the stage to new heights.
Meet the Stellar Lineup of “Super ESPICE Band”
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Vocal
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Fujishiro Rie (@fujishirorie): A versatile vocalist known for her transparent yet powerful voice, who debuted as a singing voice for the “Aikatsu!” anime series. She is also active as a solo singer, lyricist (under WISTERIA), and lolita model.

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Ninomiya Hagu (@hugs3moca): An artist whose theme is “songs that pierce and gouge the heart.” As a singer-songwriter, composer, arranger, and producer, she combines a youthful vocal quality with high tones and Western music-inspired expressiveness. She has released several works, including her 1st major single “Korosaretai” in December 2022, and has provided vocals for various media, including the MBS drama “Inu to Kuzu” ending theme “Liar Life.”

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Sekihan (@skeihan): Gained prominence on Nico Nico Douga as a “multi-voice artist,” achieving three consecutive Oricon Top 10 solo albums. As a vocalist for bands “Omedetai Atama de Naniyori” and “Coronanomoremo,” he has dominated numerous festivals. Following a band hiatus in 2024, he has focused on solo work, pursuing musical expression across genres with his exceptional vocal and communication skills.

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Guitar
- Nagasawa Tomohiro (@Gtomohi): A guitarist and composer known for his rock-infused stage presence and expressive guitar tones. He performs with various bands and as a support guitarist. His 2020 solo instrumental mini-album “#01” reached No. 1 on the iTunes Store Instrumental chart.

- Nagasawa Tomohiro (@Gtomohi): A guitarist and composer known for his rock-infused stage presence and expressive guitar tones. He performs with various bands and as a support guitarist. His 2020 solo instrumental mini-album “#01” reached No. 1 on the iTunes Store Instrumental chart.
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Bass
- Nagashima Akito (@nagashimaakito): Born in 1989 in Saitama Prefecture. He began playing bass as a student and has since performed with various bands and as a support musician. He prioritizes band ensemble with solid basslines and controls the overall groove with a powerful, minimalist live performance. He continues to perform live, valuing the raw energy and dynamism of rock music.

- Nagashima Akito (@nagashimaakito): Born in 1989 in Saitama Prefecture. He began playing bass as a student and has since performed with various bands and as a support musician. He prioritizes band ensemble with solid basslines and controls the overall groove with a powerful, minimalist live performance. He continues to perform live, valuing the raw energy and dynamism of rock music.
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Drum
- Misumi Shoto (@shoto_carl): Born in 1999 in Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. He moved to Tokyo for university and began his music career. He currently supports various artists, including nano.RIPE and THE STARBEMS, as a drummer for live performances and recordings.

- Misumi Shoto (@shoto_carl): Born in 1999 in Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture. He moved to Tokyo for university and began his music career. He currently supports various artists, including nano.RIPE and THE STARBEMS, as a drummer for live performances and recordings.
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Manipulator / Director / Keyboard
- Funamoto Taito (@taito273): CEO of Sound Weave LLC, operating Studio273. He is a multi-creator involved in composition, arrangement, recording, event production, and direction. He also assists with the overall direction for REAL AKIBA BOYZ’s major events, including their performances at Budokan and Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium. He has supported numerous artists such as Da-iCE’s Taiki Kudo, claquepot, Omens, WhiteJam, Kohei Matsushita, and Anna Takeuchi.

- Funamoto Taito (@taito273): CEO of Sound Weave LLC, operating Studio273. He is a multi-creator involved in composition, arrangement, recording, event production, and direction. He also assists with the overall direction for REAL AKIBA BOYZ’s major events, including their performances at Budokan and Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium. He has supported numerous artists such as Da-iCE’s Taiki Kudo, claquepot, Omens, WhiteJam, Kohei Matsushita, and Anna Takeuchi.
Special Program with Vocalists
The vocalists from the “Super ESPICE Band”—Fujishiro Rie, Ninomiya Hagu, and Sekihan—are set to make a guest appearance on the .yell Live official program, “Shin RAB ESPICE no Wewe Coyotl,” airing on February 17. For those unable to catch it live, the entire February 17 broadcast will be available for free on the “RAB ESPICE no Wewe Coyotl” official YouTube channel. This program offers a deeper dive into the world of RAB ESPICE through exclusive talks and special segments. Fans are already buzzing with excitement for this unprecedented collaboration, eagerly anticipating the unique chemistry these artists will bring to the stage and screen!
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.yell Live Program: https://live-yell.com/share/profile/92c5dca8e7ff94e81a7c16e9013f399a
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Program Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coyotlhuehue
“VIVID VISION” Tour Tickets Now Available
Tickets for the “VIVID VISION” one-man live tour are currently on sale. This tour promises to vividly portray RAB ESPICE’s “new vision” through evolved performances and the compelling presence of a magnificent live band. Don’t miss this special opportunity to share in an unforgettable live experience.
RAB ESPICE ONEMAN LIVE TOUR 2026 “VIVID VISION”
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March 19, 2026 (Thursday) @ Zepp Nagoya
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March 21, 2026 (Saturday) @ NHK Osaka Hall
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April 5, 2026 (Sunday) @ Kanadevia Hall (Tokyo)
Tour details and tickets can be found here: https://abstreem.co.jp/RAB/archives/4679
RAB ESPICE, a unit born from the globally recognized REAL AKIBA BOYZ (an “otaku dancer team” representing Akihabara, known for their viral “Odottemita” videos), continues to push boundaries. Their blend of intricate dance, anime culture, and now, a robust live band, creates a unique entertainment spectacle. This evolution, especially with a full band, offers a richer, more immersive experience that could further bridge the gap between niche Japanese subcultures and a global audience, showcasing the vibrant future of “Kawaii” performance art abroad.
Official Links
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RAB ESPICE Official Links:
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X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/RAB_ESPICE
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rab_espice/
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REAL AKIBA BOYZ Official Links:
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Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realakibaboyz
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X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/RAB_CREW
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real.akiba.boyz/
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