The “Denwa Bangou Oshiete!” Single: A Closer Look
The 4th single is available in five distinct types (A, B, C, D, E), each offering a unique collection of content. Types A, B, and C include a CD and DVD, featuring the “Denwa Bangou Oshiete!” music video, making-of footage, or exclusive “NiaJoy Enjoy Club Yokohama Lucky Tour” segments. These editions also come with special photo cards and lottery serial numbers.
Type D, a limited-edition LP-sized paper jacket, is a collector’s dream, complete with a 20-page photobooklet, a B2 poster, a photo card, and a serial number. Type E offers a CD-only version, making the music accessible to all fans.
All versions include the title track, “Amagami Girl feat. DJ ALICE,” and “Ai ga Itakatta,” along with their instrumental versions. The single is now available for streaming:
https://nearly-equal-joy.lnk.to/DenwabangouOsiete
A Journey of Joy: ≒JOY’s Rapid Ascent
≒JOY, whose name embodies Rino Sashihara’s heartfelt wish for members and fans to “feel joy and happiness when they meet,” has had a remarkable journey since their formation in January 2022. Following their official debut in March 2022, the group quickly garnered attention, holding their 1st concert at Pacifico Yokohama and embarking on their successful 1st tour, “Absolute.”
Their debut mini-album, “Kitto, Zettai, Zettai,” soared to #1 on both the Oricon Weekly Album Ranking and Billboard JAPAN Top Albums Sales, shipping over 100,000 copies on its first day. This was followed by their 2nd Anniversary Concert at Tokyo International Forum Hall A, drawing an audience of approximately 8,000. Their 1st single, “Taiikukan Disco,” also hit #1 on Oricon and Billboard, marking a significant achievement for a female artist in about two and a half years. Subsequent singles, “Hatsukoi Cinderella” and “Blue Hawaii Lemon,” continued this trend of success, with the latter achieving a record 246,000+ shipments and its music video surpassing 4.6 million views.
Looking Ahead: Budokan and Beyond
The momentum for ≒JOY shows no signs of slowing down. The group is set to celebrate a major milestone with their 4th Anniversary Concert, “≒JOY 4th ANNIVERSARY PREMIUM CONCERT,” at the iconic Nippon Budokan on March 13, 2026. This prestigious venue, often considered a dream stage for Japanese artists, symbolizes their incredible growth and bright future.
Concert details can be found here: https://nearly-equal-joy.jp/news/detail/3157
Fans worldwide can stay connected with ≒JOY through their official channels:
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Official HP: https://nearly-equal-joy.jp/
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Official X: https://twitter.com/Nearlyequal_joy
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Official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nearlyequal_joy
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Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_qmQbqvW6UES3NT780l2Pg
With record-breaking sales and a highly anticipated concert at Budokan, ≒JOY is poised for an even more exhilarating year, further etching their name into the heart of kawaii idol culture. Their journey, marked by genuine connection and infectious joy, continues to inspire and captivate fans globally.
