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Exciting News from Kotonohabunko

The literary label for adult women, Kotonohabunko, is thrilled to unveil its image song project for July 2025! Two engaging tracks have been released to accompany the upcoming books, each crafted by talented artists. The projects showcase the intersection of literature and music, bringing life to the narratives through compelling melodies.

Featured Image Songs

1. 'Sono Nail wa Naisho no Tokimeki' by nonoc
The first image song for the book titled "Sono Nail wa Naisho no Tokimeki" is helmed by the rising star nonoc, an artist renowned for her powerful voice and emotion-filled performances. Hailing from the small city of Kamishihoro in Hokkaido, nonoc gained prominence after being selected as the vocalist for the theme song of the movie Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World: Memory Snow back in 2018.
As she approaches her fifth anniversary in the industry in 2024, nonoc is set to join the company NEW WORLD LINE, led by renowned producer Junichi Sato of fhána fame. She has performed at numerous events across Canada, Taiwan, and other countries while also representing her hometown as the PR ambassador for Kamishihoro City beginning in 2025.
Listen to her enchanting song, 'Primer,' with lyrics penned by nonoc herself and composed by Junichi Sato. You can catch the track here: Primer on YouTube.

2. 'Omawari-san to Maneki-neko Yumemiru Tabi no Toorimichi' by Mizuho
The second image song featured is 'Born Into This World' by Mizuho, who first gained fame through her time with a girl band that debuted under Sony in 2015. Known for her captivating pop melodies and lyrical skills, Mizuho produces music that resonates with a wide audience.
After the band disbanded in 2017, she pursued her solo career and has been actively performing street gigs and at live venues. With an absolute pitch ability, Mizuho can create and layer harmonies swiftly, making her a versatile vocalist within the pop genre.
You can enjoy her latest emotional track on her channel: Mizuho on YouTube

Upcoming Book Releases

Both image songs accompany exciting new titles scheduled for release on July 22, 2025.

• - 'Sono Nail wa Naisho no Tokimeki': This captivating human drama explores the journey of self-discovery ignited by nail art. Priced at ¥792 (including tax), the book is penned by Haruma Kobe with illustrations by KEKI. Learn more here.
• - 'Omawari-san to Maneki-neko Yumemiru Tabi no Toorimichi': This whimsical tale follows a talking cat, Omochi, on its adventures through the changing seasons. The book is authored by Midori Uehara with illustrations by Shoichi, priced at ¥781 (including tax). Learn more here.

Kotonohabunko Overview

Celebrating its sixth anniversary in 2025, Kotonohabunko continues to publish various emotionally resonant works, including the successful Wagaya wa Yuusei no Kashihonya-san series and many more that touch the hearts of readers. This literary label aims to provide unique and inspiring content for adult women, combining storytelling with engaging music that elevates the reading experience.

For more updates, visit the official Kotonohabunko site: Kotonohabunko