Miyuki Kadomatsu Performs Joint Stage with Rising Star Kohei Kusunoki to Celebrate Release of New Single 'Sake, Horohoro'
A report on the joint live event featuring label-mate artists Miyuki Kadomatsu and Kohei Kusunoki to commemorate the launch of Kadomatsu's new single.
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On Wednesday, May 27, 2026, a joint live performance featuring powerful Enka singer Miyuki Kadomatsu (Nippon Columbia) and rising star Kohei Kusunoki (Nippon Crown) was held at Karaoke Pasela Ikebukuro Main Store.
Today marks the release date of Kadomatsu's long-awaited new single, 'Sake, Horohoro.' Many fans gathered to celebrate the release and the collaboration between the two artists, who are colleagues at the same management agency.
■ Event Report
The stage opened with Kadomatsu and Kusunoki appearing in vibrant costumes, greeted by thunderous applause and penlights. They kicked off the show with a duet of 'Naniwabushi da yo Jinsei wa' before transitioning into solo segments.
Part 1: Rising Star Kohei Kusunoki
Kusunoki, currently in his second year since debut, performed his debut song 'Kita e Hitoritabi.' He showcased his signature 'enchanting falsetto' and solid vocal technique, a skill honed since winning a national championship in high school. He also performed his new song 'Nagaretatte' and a cover of 'Wine Red no Kokoro' from his upcoming album.
Part 2: Miyuki Kadomatsu
Kadomatsu took the stage to perform her new single 'Sake, Horohoro,' a song depicting adult heartbreak through the motif of alcohol. Her overwhelming vocal power and expressive range, which have earned her numerous industry awards, captivated the audience. She concluded her set with a medley of her representative hits.
The event ended with a duet of 'Ai no Kiseki' and a relaxed talk session where the two shared humorous stories about alcohol-related mishaps.
Artist Comments:
Miyuki Kadomatsu: 'Kohei handled much of the preparation, even creating the flyers using AI. I am quite analog, so I focused on delivering a performance that wouldn't be outshone by his efforts.'
Kohei Kusunoki: 'It was an honor to join Miyuki-san on her release day. My debut song has surpassed 500,000 views, and thanks to that support, I will release my first album next month.'
■ Profiles
Miyuki Kadomatsu (33): From Odawara, Kanagawa. Debuted in 2019. Winner of TV Tokyo's 'THE Karaoke Battle' and the 2022 Encouragement Award from the Japan Association of Music Composers.
Kohei Kusunoki (24): From Koriyama, Fukushima. National karaoke champion in high school. Major debut in 2025 with 'Kita e Hitoritabi.' Known for his transparent falsetto.
■ Event Overview
Date: May 27, 2026
Venue: Karaoke Pasela Ikebukuro Main Store B1F
Attendance: 100 people
Organizer: La Tamae
Today marks the release date of Kadomatsu's long-awaited new single, 'Sake, Horohoro.' Many fans gathered to celebrate the release and the collaboration between the two artists, who are colleagues at the same management agency.
■ Event Report
The stage opened with Kadomatsu and Kusunoki appearing in vibrant costumes, greeted by thunderous applause and penlights. They kicked off the show with a duet of 'Naniwabushi da yo Jinsei wa' before transitioning into solo segments.
Part 1: Rising Star Kohei Kusunoki
Kusunoki, currently in his second year since debut, performed his debut song 'Kita e Hitoritabi.' He showcased his signature 'enchanting falsetto' and solid vocal technique, a skill honed since winning a national championship in high school. He also performed his new song 'Nagaretatte' and a cover of 'Wine Red no Kokoro' from his upcoming album.
Part 2: Miyuki Kadomatsu
Kadomatsu took the stage to perform her new single 'Sake, Horohoro,' a song depicting adult heartbreak through the motif of alcohol. Her overwhelming vocal power and expressive range, which have earned her numerous industry awards, captivated the audience. She concluded her set with a medley of her representative hits.
The event ended with a duet of 'Ai no Kiseki' and a relaxed talk session where the two shared humorous stories about alcohol-related mishaps.
Artist Comments:
Miyuki Kadomatsu: 'Kohei handled much of the preparation, even creating the flyers using AI. I am quite analog, so I focused on delivering a performance that wouldn't be outshone by his efforts.'
Kohei Kusunoki: 'It was an honor to join Miyuki-san on her release day. My debut song has surpassed 500,000 views, and thanks to that support, I will release my first album next month.'
■ Profiles
Miyuki Kadomatsu (33): From Odawara, Kanagawa. Debuted in 2019. Winner of TV Tokyo's 'THE Karaoke Battle' and the 2022 Encouragement Award from the Japan Association of Music Composers.
Kohei Kusunoki (24): From Koriyama, Fukushima. National karaoke champion in high school. Major debut in 2025 with 'Kita e Hitoritabi.' Known for his transparent falsetto.
■ Event Overview
Date: May 27, 2026
Venue: Karaoke Pasela Ikebukuro Main Store B1F
Attendance: 100 people
Organizer: La Tamae
FAQ
What is the significance of the event date?
The event was held on May 27, 2026, which is the official release date of Miyuki Kadomatsu's new single 'Sake, Horohoro'.
What upcoming projects were announced by Kohei Kusunoki?
Kusunoki announced that his debut song has reached 500,000 views and he will be releasing his first cover album next month.