Car Appraisal and Purchase Site Navikuru to Release Its First Original Song on Streaming Services on May 15, 2026

Navikuru, a car appraisal and purchase site operated by Ateam LifeDesign Inc. (head office: Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture; President and Representative Director: Takao Hayashi), a group company of Ateam Holdings Co., Ltd., will begin distributing its first original song, “Sayonara ga Kuru Made Aishiteru,” on various subscription music services on Friday, May 15, 2026. The song is performed by popular voice actor Rie Takahashi, who voices the official character Navikurumi. With Takahashi’s clear and transparent voice, the song gently expresses a world that looks back fondly on days spent with a beloved car. The full-version audio and karaoke release published so far have received a strong response, leading to the subscription release so that more people can listen to the song inside their own cars. Official Character: Navikurumi Launched in 2007, the car appraisal and purchase site Navikuru has supported many car sales for approximately 19 years as a service connecting customers with car buyers. In recent years, under the brand tagline “Bulk appraisal is love for your car,” Navikuru has aimed to turn the time people spend facing their beloved cars into a positive experience. The official character Navikurumi was created as a symbol of the Navikuru service. She stays close to users as they make the major decision to sell their beloved car and guides them so they can take the next step with peace of mind. The brightness, kindness, and inner strength of Rie Takahashi’s voice overlap with the character, making Navikurumi an embodiment of Navikuru’s worldview. Song Overview: “Sayonara ga Kuru Made Aishiteru” Producer and lyrics: Ryohei Nishida (Ateam LifeDesign Inc.) Composer: Takaya Hattori (DEEstudio) Artwork: Ayaka Deguchi (Ateam LifeDesign Inc.) Vocals: Navikurumi (CV: Rie Takahashi) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3WSAHwWX8E Subscription Distribution Overview Release date: Friday, May 15, 2026 Platforms: Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, LINE MUSIC, YouTube Music, and other music streaming services *The song and related content may not be available depending on distribution status. Distribution link: https://big-up.style/K4OWkMuta Interview with Rie Takahashi Q: Are there any favorite phrases or points you would like listeners to notice in this song? The lyric “sayonara no hi ga kuru made” was wonderful. The word “kuruma” is hidden inside a line about parting with a beloved car, and I felt warmed by that one-of-a-kind wordplay. Q: What did you keep in mind when singing as Navikurumi? Since it is a driving song, I tried to sing not only with Navikurumi’s voice, but also while feeling the wind of a drive. Q: What driving memory has left the strongest impression on you? As a child, I loved going to large parks with barbecue gear, roller skates, and other things. To be honest, I do not remember much about the ride itself, but I strongly remember loading the luggage into the car, so I think it must have been really fun. Q: If you were to go for a drive now, where would you want to go? To a concert by my favorite artist. I buy a lot of merchandise, so it would be convenient to leave it in the car. I had also noticed that venues around Tokyo might be quick to reach by car (laughs). Driving while listening to music after a concert is something I admire! Profile: Rie Takahashi Rie Takahashi was born on February 27 and is from Saitama Prefecture. She is highly regarded for her clear voice and expressive ability, which combines brightness with inner strength, allowing her to portray a wide range of roles. Her major roles include Emilia in Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-, Ai in Oshi no Ko, and Takagi in Teasing Master Takagi-san. With a presence that adds depth to the worlds of her works, she has attracted many fans. In addition to voice acting, she is also active as an artist. About Navikuru “I want to know the current value of my car.” “If I sell my car, I want to sell it for a high price.” Navikuru is a car appraisal and purchase site with more than 6 million cumulative uses that responds to such needs. By entering simple customer and vehicle information, users can request free appraisals from up to 10 companies at once. After applying for an appraisal, users can also check an estimated price for how much their car may sell for, which is another key feature of the service. URL: https://www.navikuru.jp/ Related Services Navikuru End-of-Life Vehicle Purchase, nationwide pickup year-round: https://haishakaitoru.com/pc/aseodef/default/ Official Navikuru X account: https://x.com/Navikuru About Ateam LifeDesign Ateam LifeDesign develops services closely connected to life events and daily living. Going forward, the company aims to further improve customer experience and strengthen synergies among multiple services. By staying close to each person’s uncertainties and using the power of IT and people to provide experiences that are easy to understand, simple to complete, and reassuring, Ateam LifeDesign aims to become a presence that encourages users forward and delivers a sense of “I’m glad I did it.” https://life-design.a-tm.co.jp/ Company Overview Company name: Ateam Holdings Co., Ltd. Location: Dai Nagoya Building 32F, 3-28-12 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan Representative: Takao Hayashi, President and Representative Director Established: February 29, 2000 Capital: 1,713 million yen (as of July 31, 2025) Business: An IT company operating across three pillars: the Media Solutions Business, which plans, develops, and operates various web services such as comparison sites, information media, and tools closely tied to daily life, and provides business support services related to digital customer acquisition for corporations; the Entertainment Business, which plans, develops, and operates games and tool applications across diverse genres; and the D2C Business, which plans, develops, and operates D2C sites handling multiple product categories. URL: https://www.a-tm.co.jp/