Ikuta Rira The CD of the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime "The Apothecary's Monologue" "Hyakuka Ryoran" is on sale today, Wednesday, March 19th! The self-cover song "DREAMER" from this work is released as a surprise distribution today as a single cut.

Ikuta Rira, who also works as YOASOBI’s vocalist, will release her single CD “Hyakuka Ryoran” today, Wednesday, March 19th, 2025! In addition, the self-cover song “DREAMER” included in this work was released as a single cut today.

“DREAMER,” which will be released today, is a self-cover song written for “EIKO,” played by Kamishiraishi Moeka, as a song from the drama “Paripi Kouming,” which aired last year. The song is a life-size song that describes his own feelings about music, and is a song that aligns with people who continue to pursue their dreams while facing various conflicts and worries. The cover photo uses a photo of Ikuta from a young age who loved singing.

The single CD “Hyakuka Ryoran” was released today. The title song, “Hyakuka Ryoran,” is a song written as the opening theme for the second season of the currently airing TV anime “The Apothecary’s Monologue,” and is a pop tune that depicts various developments, incorporating the world of the harem that was the setting for the work, as well as the mystery that arises there.

It comes in three formats: a limited edition, a limited edition first edition, and a regular edition, and the limited edition comes with a medicine shelf-style package that includes a digipack with a newly drawn illustration of “The Apothecary’s Monologue.” The first limited edition, the regular edition, will be a luxurious package featuring newly-taken photos taken by Ninagawa Mika, an artist who mainly works on films, videos, and spatial installations, following the distribution jacket.

The CD containing the title song “Hyakuka Ryoran” will include a self-cover of the song “DREAMER,” written for “EIKO” played by Kamishiraishi Moeka, as a song from the drama “Paripi Kouming,” which aired last year. Furthermore, the first limited edition Blu-ray will feature Ikuta Rira’s first solo tour, “SKETCH,” held in July 2023, which was her first tour, and will be performing at Kanagawa. It also includes a collaboration performance of “Sparkling Fireworks” with guest appearances with Sato Chiaki and “Free Free Free” with the Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra Horn Section, making it a must-see item for fans.

Store-specific bonuses include items with original illustrations from “The Apothecary’s Monologue” that display the jacket of the limited edition, as well as items with original illustrations from “The Apothecary’s Monologue,” which are displayed on the jacket of the regular edition, photos taken by artist Ninagawa Mika, and items using the song logo of “Hyakuka Ryoran,” so don’t miss out!

In addition, to commemorate the release of this work, a store campaign is being held at the CD shop. Those who purchase eligible products at Animate stores will receive a “special message receipt” with a signature and a message printed from Ikuta herself, and a panel exhibition for Ikuta Rira’s 1st solo tour “SKETCH” to be held in 2023, so please check it out.

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