Gori from Garage Sale Forms New Band in Okinawa! 'Teruya Komuten' Releases First Digital Single 'Kokusai Street' on April 1!
Comedian Gori has teamed up with Okinawan professional musicians to form 'Teruya Komuten.' Their debut track, a love song set in Kokusai Street, launched digitally on April 1, 2026.
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- 📰 Published: April 2, 2026 at 03:00
Gori of the comedy duo Garage Sale has formed a new band, 'Teruya Komuten,' in his hometown of Okinawa, joining forces with Okinawan natives Miyabi (Gt.) and Makki (Ba.). They released their first digital single, 'Kokusai Street,' on Wednesday, April 1st.
The members hit it off over their shared Okinawan roots. Aside from the vocalist, the members are top-tier professional musicians with proven skills. While they self-deprecatingly joke that 'the vocals are the weak link,' their motto is to have 'fun' and freely deliver whatever songs they want to sing at any given time, regardless of genre.
This commemorative first work is a love song that tenderly and realistically captures a romance born on 'Kokusai Street,' a place very familiar to the people of Okinawa. Gori wrote the lyrics, and Miyabi composed the music. It is a heartfelt track depicting the frustration of an awkward man unable to express his feelings, with the city's scenery vividly brought to life.
[Release Info]
- Release Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
- Artist: Teruya Komuten
- Song Title: 'Kokusai Street' (Lyrics: Toshiyuki Teruya / Composition: Miyabi Horikawa)
- Label: YOSHIMOTO MUSIC CO., LTD.
- URL: https://lnk.to/teruyakomuten_kokusaistreet
[Song Commentary]
A love song that picks up the countless romances born in that special place for all Okinawans. The setting is Kokusai Street, where the neon lights and the sounds of the Sanshin cross paths. A romance that starts in a corner of the street bustling with tourists eventually leads to a sincere confession after rainy nights and bar-hopping. The song depicts the loneliness behind the bustle and the warmth unique to Okinawa, along with realistic city scenes. For everyone who has loved in that place, we hope this song gently overlaps with your memories.
[Member Comments]
Gori (Vo.): 'Starting a band at this age. Life is about meetings. Challenges give us a reason to live. I did this seriously. I wrote the lyrics carefully. I hope it reaches you.'
Miyabi (Gt.): 'Gori has many faces. I'm happy to enjoy a new side of him that's different from the person everyone knows. I want to deliver this wonderful singing voice to many people.'
Makki (Ba.): 'We want to deliver Gori's voice from our origin, Okinawa! That's how Teruya Komuten started. We're going at it seriously while having fun! (laughs)'
[Artist Profiles]
Gori (Vo.): Known for his 'Gorie' persona on Fuji TV's 'One-Nai R&R' (2002-2006). Recently, he has been active on his YouTube channel 'Gori★Okinawa,' but this is his first time forming a band. He is also expanding his career as a film director.
Miyabi (Gt.): Active in various musical projects both domestically and internationally. Currently provides songs and instrumental support. A multi-player across genres like punk, pop, and metal. Surprisingly sensitive.
Makki (Ba.): A bassist who loves Okinawa, music, and manga. Transitioned from metalcore to pop. Supports the low end regardless of genre. Actually quite serious.
The members hit it off over their shared Okinawan roots. Aside from the vocalist, the members are top-tier professional musicians with proven skills. While they self-deprecatingly joke that 'the vocals are the weak link,' their motto is to have 'fun' and freely deliver whatever songs they want to sing at any given time, regardless of genre.
This commemorative first work is a love song that tenderly and realistically captures a romance born on 'Kokusai Street,' a place very familiar to the people of Okinawa. Gori wrote the lyrics, and Miyabi composed the music. It is a heartfelt track depicting the frustration of an awkward man unable to express his feelings, with the city's scenery vividly brought to life.
[Release Info]
- Release Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
- Artist: Teruya Komuten
- Song Title: 'Kokusai Street' (Lyrics: Toshiyuki Teruya / Composition: Miyabi Horikawa)
- Label: YOSHIMOTO MUSIC CO., LTD.
- URL: https://lnk.to/teruyakomuten_kokusaistreet
[Song Commentary]
A love song that picks up the countless romances born in that special place for all Okinawans. The setting is Kokusai Street, where the neon lights and the sounds of the Sanshin cross paths. A romance that starts in a corner of the street bustling with tourists eventually leads to a sincere confession after rainy nights and bar-hopping. The song depicts the loneliness behind the bustle and the warmth unique to Okinawa, along with realistic city scenes. For everyone who has loved in that place, we hope this song gently overlaps with your memories.
[Member Comments]
Gori (Vo.): 'Starting a band at this age. Life is about meetings. Challenges give us a reason to live. I did this seriously. I wrote the lyrics carefully. I hope it reaches you.'
Miyabi (Gt.): 'Gori has many faces. I'm happy to enjoy a new side of him that's different from the person everyone knows. I want to deliver this wonderful singing voice to many people.'
Makki (Ba.): 'We want to deliver Gori's voice from our origin, Okinawa! That's how Teruya Komuten started. We're going at it seriously while having fun! (laughs)'
[Artist Profiles]
Gori (Vo.): Known for his 'Gorie' persona on Fuji TV's 'One-Nai R&R' (2002-2006). Recently, he has been active on his YouTube channel 'Gori★Okinawa,' but this is his first time forming a band. He is also expanding his career as a film director.
Miyabi (Gt.): Active in various musical projects both domestically and internationally. Currently provides songs and instrumental support. A multi-player across genres like punk, pop, and metal. Surprisingly sensitive.
Makki (Ba.): A bassist who loves Okinawa, music, and manga. Transitioned from metalcore to pop. Supports the low end regardless of genre. Actually quite serious.
FAQ
What kind of band is Teruya Komuten?
It is a band featuring Gori from Garage Sale as the vocalist, along with professional Okinawan musicians Miyabi and Makki.
Where can I listen to the new song 'Kokusai Street'?
It has been available on major digital music distribution services (iTunes, Spotify, Apple Music, etc.) since April 1, 2026.
What is the theme of the song?
It is a love song that realistically depicts the feelings of an awkward man, set in Kokusai Street, Okinawa. Gori himself wrote the lyrics.