Unleash Your Inner Rock Star: “Bocchi the Rock!” x Yamaha Collaboration Hits Stores with New Gear and Guides!
Yamaha Music Entertainment Holdings has announced the highly anticipated third wave of collaboration products with the popular anime “Bocchi the Rock!”. Set for a general release on January 23, 2026, this collection aims to inspire both seasoned fans and budding musicians with a range of instrument instruction books, a comprehensive guitar strategy guide, and exclusive merchandise.
Beginner-Friendly Instruction Books
For those just starting their musical journey, Yamaha is re-releasing its best-selling “Universe’s Easiest…” series in special “Bocchi the Rock!” editions. These books are tailored for absolute beginners, covering everything from how to hold an instrument to essential techniques, all accompanied by helpful reference performance videos. Aspiring musicians can look forward to learning popular songs from Kessoku Band, the fictional band from the anime.
Electric Guitar Edition
This guide covers fundamental aspects of the electric guitar, from posture to basic techniques. It features Kessoku Band’s popular tracks like “Seishun Complex,” “Guitar to Kodoku to Aoi Wakusei,” and “Tsukinami ni Kagayake.” The book is priced at 2,530 yen (10% tax included), spans 112 pages in A4 variant vertical format, and is available for reservation.
Product Details: https://www.ymm.co.jp/p/detail.php?code=GTL01102719
Reservation: https://sheetmusic.jp.yamaha.com/products/4947817310181
Drum Edition
Learn the basics of drumming, including stick holding, fundamental beats, and fills. This edition also includes drum scores for “Seishun Complex,” “Guitar to Kodoku to Aoi Wakusei,” and “Tsukinami ni Kagayake.” It is priced at 2,750 yen (10% tax included) and contains 96 pages.
Product Details: https://www.ymm.co.jp/p/detail.php?code=GTL01102721
Reservation: https://sheetmusic.jp.yamaha.com/products/4947817310204
Electric Bass Edition
Master the electric bass with clear explanations on posture, basic techniques, and essential knowledge. This book also features bass scores for “Seishun Complex,” “Guitar to Kodoku to Aoi Wakusei,” and “Tsukinami ni Kagayake.” It is available for 2,640 yen (10% tax included) with 96 pages.
Product Details: https://www.ymm.co.jp/p/detail.php?code=GTL01102720
Reservation: https://sheetmusic.jp.yamaha.com/products/4947817310198
Exclusive Collaboration Merchandise
Alongside the instructional books, a range of exclusive “Bocchi the Rock!” x Yamaha merchandise will be available.
Pick Set 2 (4 pieces)
This set includes two standard and two teardrop-shaped picks, featuring illustrations of Hitori Goto and a collaboration image of “PACIFICA611V BTR LTD” with “Tsukinoko Bocchi.” The back of each pick is adorned with the anime and Yamaha logos. The set is priced at 1,320 yen (10% tax included).
Product Details: https://www.ymm.co.jp/p/detail.php?code=GXF01102722
Reservation: https://sheetmusic.jp.yamaha.com/products/4947817310211
Chord Chart Clear File
A practical A4-sized clear file, a must-have for guitar players. The front displays basic guitar chords, while the back features diagrams of representative scales. This item is priced at 495 yen (10% tax included).
Product Details: https://www.ymm.co.jp/p/detail.php?code=GXF01102724
Reservation: https://sheetmusic.jp.yamaha.com/products/4947817310235
Sticker Set (5 pieces)
This luxurious die-cut sticker set features newly drawn illustrations, including a hologram-spec Hitori Goto sticker and a laminate-spec sticker of “PACIFICA611V BTR LTD” x “Tsukinoko Bocchi.” The set is priced at 1,430 yen (10% tax included) and is exclusively sold at Yamaha direct stores and Yamaha’s sheet music online store.
Product Details: https://www.ymm.co.jp/p/detail.php?code=GXF01102723
Reservation: https://sheetmusic.jp.yamaha.com/products/4947817310228
Advanced Guitar Strategy Guide
For those looking to elevate their skills, “Bocchi the Rock! Hitori de Manabu Electric Guitar Strategy ~Road to Guitar Hero~” offers a comprehensive guide from beginner to advanced techniques. This book, priced at 2,420 yen (10% tax included) and spanning 144 pages, delves into how Hitori Goto improved her skills and provides efficient learning methods for complex techniques, aiming to help players become “Guitar Heroes.”
Product Details: https://www.ymm.co.jp/p/detail.php?code=GTB01102718
Reservation: https://sheetmusic.jp.yamaha.com/products/4947817310174
Special Campaigns and Events
To celebrate the launch, several campaigns are underway:
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Online Purchase Campaign: Customers who spend 5,500 yen (tax included) or more on eligible “Bocchi the Rock!” products at Yamaha’s Sheet Music Store will receive an exclusive original drawstring pouch, featuring a unique “PACIFICA x Bocchi the Rock!” illustration. This offer is valid while supplies last, with shipping scheduled for late January 2026.
Campaign Details: https://sheetmusic.jp.yamaha.com/blogs/campaign/bocchirocks202512
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In-Store Campaign: Sixteen Yamaha music stores will host a “Bocchi the Rock!” x Yamaha STORE CAMPAIGN from December 24, 2025, to March 22, 2026. This event will feature character panel displays, original merchandise giveaways, and an early bird pre-sale of all six new collaboration items.
Participating stores include Yamaha Music stores in Sapporo, Sendai, Niigata, Takasaki, Tsukuba, Ginza, Yokohama Minatomirai, Hamamatsu, Nagoya, Osaka Namba, Kobe, Okayama, Hiroshima, Matsuyama, Fukuoka, and Yamaha Sound Crossing Shibuya.
For inquiries regarding the event, please contact Yamaha Music Japan: https://jp.yamaha.com/support/index.html
This collaboration is a fantastic opportunity for fans to dive deeper into the world of “Bocchi the Rock!” while picking up an instrument or enhancing their existing skills. It perfectly blends the charm of popular anime with the joy of music, making it easier for anyone to pick up a guitar, bass, or drumsticks and find their own rhythm. Don’t miss out on these unique items and exciting campaigns!
For more information on the collaboration, visit the special “Bocchi the Rock!” x Yamaha collaboration page: https://www.ymm.co.jp/feature/bocchi.php
All products will be available at Yamaha authorized instrument stores, bookstores nationwide, and online shops.
For product inquiries, please contact Yamaha Music Entertainment Holdings’ Music Media Department: https://www.ymm.co.jp
Inquiry form: https://inquiry.yamaha.com/contact/?act=2008&lcl=ja_JP
