Celebrating Nine Years of Strawberry Prince: Their New Song 'Negai Kaze'

Strawberry Prince Celebrates Nine Years with 'Negai Kaze'

On June 4, 2025, the popular 2.5-dimensional idol group Strawberry Prince, produced by STPR, celebrated their ninth anniversary by releasing a heartwarming new song titled 'Negai Kaze' (Wishing Wind) at 5 PM JST on their official YouTube channel. This commemorative track focuses on the journey the group has shared with their fans over the past nine years, expressing gratitude and hope for the future.

The song 'Negai Kaze' was written and composed by group member 'Ruto'. The lyrics reflect on the cherished moments shared with listeners, known as 'lisna', and carry a powerful yet gentle message of wishing for beautiful new vistas ahead. Ruto's lines, such as "How much love have we conveyed?" and "Though each anniversary brings change, we still want to smile", encapsulate Strawberry Prince's enduring affection. The song is designed to evoke feelings of appreciation and a deeper connection to their fans, affirming that love remains consistent even as time moves on.

Watch the Music Video Here!

A Journey Together

Since their formation in 2016, Strawberry Prince has developed into an iconic idol group led by 'Nanamori.' They initially gained popularity through singing covers and gaming live streams, rapidly amassing a dedicated following. As of June 2025, the group's official YouTube channel enjoys almost 99 billion views and over 3.66 million subscribers. Additionally, the collective social media following, including all members, reaches commendable figures of approximately 49.31 million.

Their influence is marked by their impressive nationwide tour, 'Here We Go!!', conducted in early 2023, which drew approximately 350,000 attendees. Notably, they made headlines when they performed at the 74th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen on New Year's Eve 2023, showcasing their growing popularity in the entertainment industry. Furthermore, their first single, 'Hajimari no Monogatari', released in June 2024, topped several music charts, including Oricon and Billboard Japan, proving their impact in the music world.

Expanding Horizons

In July 2024, Strawberry Prince took a significant step into the film industry with the release of their first animated movie, 'Gekijouban Strawberry Prince: Hajimari no Monogatari – Strawberry School Festival!!!', aiming to bring smiles and joy to their fans through diverse forms of entertainment. These strides illustrate their commitment to expanding their creative reach and enhancing the experience they provide to followers, continually aligning with their mission of delivering joy.

About STPR

STPR, established on June 15, 2018, aims to create content that transcends dimensions to make the world more enjoyable. As a comprehensive entertainment production company, they focus on supporting Strawberry Prince's activities, managing their own music label, planning concerts, and producing merchandise. The company keeps expanding its services, recently establishing a new office with a studio for music and motion capture, demonstrating their investment in innovative content creation.

In recent years, STPR has also ventured into creating opportunities in Asia by setting up a Singapore-based branch and exploring collaboration with various creators and content. With ongoing investments towards mergers and acquisitions, STPR is moving into new territories in the entertainment industry while further enhancing their connections with fans globally.

In summary, Strawberry Prince’s ninth-anniversary celebration with 'Negai Kaze' shines a light on their fruitful journey with their fans and their roadmap toward a bright future, continually weaving deeper bonds through music and creativity.