First TV exclusive! Documentary "Sanomikihito Smile/Mile/Lie" revealing the true face of genius artist Sanomikihito to air on May 4th (Monday/Holiday)
GAORA SPORTS will broadcast a special documentary "Sanomikihito Smile/Mile/Lie" on May 4th, closely following the unique artist Sanomikihito, revealing his true nature and creative roots. The program delves into his unconventional music production and passionate performances.
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CS channel GAORA SPORTS will broadcast a special program "Sanomikihito Smile/Mile/Lie," a close-up documentary on artist Sanomikihito, on May 4th (Monday/Holiday).
Sanomikihito is an artist who freely manipulates percussion instruments, synthesizers, self-made noise boxes, toys, and even video, creating a chaotic world where sound, narration, and visuals merge seamlessly. This program is a documentary that delves into the veiled true face of Sanomikihito, who has not spoken much about his identity, and the roots of his expression. In addition to closely following his passionate performances during national tours and at live houses in Tokyo, cameras will also infiltrate his home, which is being revealed on television for the first time. Through his music production in this private space, the program will unravel his insatiable curiosity for sound and the deep feelings hidden behind his performances.
His actions and thoughts are so unpredictable that they cannot even be contained within the word "genius," such as two-hour improvisational performances without any prior composition, sessions that suddenly begin without a meeting, and his creation of music inspired by everyday scenes. This program will fully convey how unconventional and unique Sanomikihito is, capturing the world with his original sensibility.
When asked if there was anything he wanted to convey through his activities, Mr. Sano replied, "There's nothing I particularly want to convey. I would just be happiest if people felt something, or found it interesting. If people wondered what kind of scenery I envision, or what kind of things I want to create." Is the revealed true face real, or is it another "work" of art? The program explores the unknown side of Sanomikihito and his talent.
Filmed by: Kenji Kaito
【Artist Profile】
Sanomikihito
Born in 1996 in Hyogo Prefecture. Graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts, Faculty of Music, Department of Instrumental Music, majoring in Percussion.
In June 2024, he released his 1st Album "Fiction / Cave" and held a solo tour "Fiction / Cave / Smile" across 32 locations nationwide.
From September 2025 to January 2026, he will hold a 47-prefecture tour "Smile/Mile/Lie."
【Program Outline】
■ Program Name
Sanomikihito Smile/Mile/Lie
■ Broadcast Date and Time
#1 ~Documentary~
May 4th (Monday/Holiday) 10:30 PM
#2 ~Live&Documentary~
June 6th (Saturday) 8:00 PM
*Repeat broadcasts available
■ Program Website
https://www.gaora.co.jp/andmore/4314000
■ How to Watch
https://www.gaora.co.jp/guide/
*Program content is subject to change.
GAORA SPORTS can be watched through "SKY PerfecTV!", "J:COM and other cable televisions nationwide," "Hikari TV," and "au Hikari TV Service."
Sanomikihito is an artist who freely manipulates percussion instruments, synthesizers, self-made noise boxes, toys, and even video, creating a chaotic world where sound, narration, and visuals merge seamlessly. This program is a documentary that delves into the veiled true face of Sanomikihito, who has not spoken much about his identity, and the roots of his expression. In addition to closely following his passionate performances during national tours and at live houses in Tokyo, cameras will also infiltrate his home, which is being revealed on television for the first time. Through his music production in this private space, the program will unravel his insatiable curiosity for sound and the deep feelings hidden behind his performances.
His actions and thoughts are so unpredictable that they cannot even be contained within the word "genius," such as two-hour improvisational performances without any prior composition, sessions that suddenly begin without a meeting, and his creation of music inspired by everyday scenes. This program will fully convey how unconventional and unique Sanomikihito is, capturing the world with his original sensibility.
When asked if there was anything he wanted to convey through his activities, Mr. Sano replied, "There's nothing I particularly want to convey. I would just be happiest if people felt something, or found it interesting. If people wondered what kind of scenery I envision, or what kind of things I want to create." Is the revealed true face real, or is it another "work" of art? The program explores the unknown side of Sanomikihito and his talent.
Filmed by: Kenji Kaito
【Artist Profile】
Sanomikihito
Born in 1996 in Hyogo Prefecture. Graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts, Faculty of Music, Department of Instrumental Music, majoring in Percussion.
In June 2024, he released his 1st Album "Fiction / Cave" and held a solo tour "Fiction / Cave / Smile" across 32 locations nationwide.
From September 2025 to January 2026, he will hold a 47-prefecture tour "Smile/Mile/Lie."
【Program Outline】
■ Program Name
Sanomikihito Smile/Mile/Lie
■ Broadcast Date and Time
#1 ~Documentary~
May 4th (Monday/Holiday) 10:30 PM
#2 ~Live&Documentary~
June 6th (Saturday) 8:00 PM
*Repeat broadcasts available
■ Program Website
https://www.gaora.co.jp/andmore/4314000
■ How to Watch
https://www.gaora.co.jp/guide/
*Program content is subject to change.
GAORA SPORTS can be watched through "SKY PerfecTV!", "J:COM and other cable televisions nationwide," "Hikari TV," and "au Hikari TV Service."