Things you need to know:
Takuma Terashima, known for voicing popular anime and game characters such as Otoya Ittoki from Uta no Prince-sama: Maji Love 1000%, released his concept EP ELEMENTS on September 4. The EP includes a voiceover film titled Samael to no Kaikou (Meeting Samael), which serves as a key narrative setting up for Terashima's live tour that begins on September 15. The film stars Snow Man's Daisuke Sakuma as the mysterious character Samael, who appears before Terashima's character. This project marks the first time Terashima and Sakuma, who are close friends in real life, have worked together as voice actors. The Samael to no Kaikou voiceover film, written by Terashima himself, is available exclusively on the CD of the ELEMENTS EP. Additionally, Terashima will host the September edition of ANISON EXPO supported by Bandai Namco Music Live on TOKYO FM. Daisuke Sakuma will appear as a guest on the episodes airing on September 7 and 14. The episodes will feature behind-the-scenes stories from the filming of Samael to no Kaikou, along with various otaku-themed discussions between Terashima and Sakuma.
Comment by Daisuke Sakuma
“I’ve been saying for a long time that we should do a voice acting project together, so I’m really glad we finally got the chance. It’s amazing that Terashima-san has done this on his own. He’s created the entire world of voice acting, and I think that highlights how great he is. I hope my fans enjoy hearing us perform together.”
A behind-the-scenes video documenting the making of ELEMENTS has been released on Terashima's official YouTube channel. The video features footage from the recording of Samael to no Kaikou, along with footage from the album jacket photoshoot and recording sessions, showcasing the journey to the project's completion.
Product information
Concept EP ELEMENTS
Artist: Takuma Terashima
Release date: September 4
Limited First Edition
Price: 4,070 Yen (tax included)
Product code: LACA-35113
Specifications: 7-inch paper jacket, jacket illustration by Shirow Miwa, photo card with QR code to watch video
Standard version
Price: 2,970 yen (tax included)
Product code: LACA-25113
CD *First limited edition and standard edition
Includes five songs themed around fire, water, earth, wind and light as well as an exclusive voiceover play.
1. Samael to no Kaikou (Meet Samael)
2. HAPPINESS is BLOWIN'!
Lyrics: Takuma Terashima; Composition: Takahiro Yamada; Arrangement: Shoichiro Hirata
3. Return to Honnouro
Lyrics: Takuma Terashima; Composition: SERRA; Arrangement: hidden
4. Sui to Umemori
Lyrics: Takuma Terashima; Composition/Arrangement: Takashi Morio
5. Ake no Chihei
Lyrics: Takuma Terashima; Composition/Arrangement: Hitoshi Harukawa
6. Hikari Hanatsu (That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Coleus' Dream OP Theme)
Lyrics: Takuma Terashima; Composition/Arrangement: Takuya Sakai (Arte Refact)
Samael to no Kaikou Dubbed Drama Summary
In his workroom, Takuma Terashima (voiced by himself) is arranging scenarios and finished packages. When he opens one of the scenarios, Samael (voiced by Daisuke Sakuma) suddenly appears. Samael, the creator of the world, is an “otaku” who loves various types of human-made novels.
Samael explains that the world is stagnant due to human desires and that the elemental energy the world is composed of is weakening. He asks Terashima to use the power of soul-stirring music to restore the vitality and harmony of the world. In order to energize his fans and revive the world, Terashima embarks on a nationwide tour…!
ANISON EXPO is supported by Bandai Namco Music Live
Broadcast schedule: Every Saturday from 24:00 to 24:30
Radio: TOKYO FM
AuDee: audee.jp/program/show/56016
Official X: x.com/TFM_ANIONEXPO
September Host: Takuma Terashima
Guest: Daisuke Sakuma (September 7 and only 14)
TAKUMA TERASHIMA LIVE TOUR 2024-ELEMENTS-
Date & Location
September 15, 2024 (Sunday) Yokohama Bay Hall, Kanagawa
Doors open: 16:30/Show starts: 17:30
September 29, 2024 (Sunday) GORILLA HALL OSAKA, Osaka
Doors open: 16:30/Show starts: 17:30
October 6, 2024 (Sunday) Bottom Line, Aichi
Doors open: 16:30/Show starts: 17:30
Ticket price
Fixed price: ¥7,700 (tax included). tax)
*Tickets required for children 3 years and older.
*Enter in order of ticket number.
*Separate drink fee required upon entry.
*Limit 4 tickets per person per show (multiple shows allowed).
*Tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis and sales will end once all tickets are sold.
Ticket purchase URL:
e+ (eplus): eplus.jp/terashimatakuma2024
Pia tickets: w.pia.jp/t/terashimatakuma2024
Lawson Tickets: l-tike.com/terashimatakuma2024
Takuma Terashima Profile
Takuma Terashima made his dramatic debut as Apollo in the television anime Genesis of Aquarion, and has since voiced many leading roles, including Otoya Ittoki in Uta no Prince-sama: Maji Love 1000% and Shiki Granbell in EDENS ZERO. Known for his impressive vocal abilities in character songs and top-notch live performances, he is highly regarded in the industry.
He debuted as an artist with Lantis in 2012 and has released many popular songs, including the theme songs for the That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime series. Terashima writes the lyrics for all of his solo songs. In 2022, he celebrated his 10th anniversary as an artist and released his first best-of album.
Official YouTube channel: youtube.com/channel/UC2XXSJBvNygj81VPOJ-g
Personal X: x.com/Terashima_dayo
Official Artist X: x.com/AssembleTour
Artist website: lantis.jp/artist/terashimatakuma/
Source: Official press release
