The exciting movie Ya Boy Kongming! is just around the corner, and fans are getting a taste of the music that will fill the film. EIKO, the singer in the movie played by actress Moka Kamishiraishi, has released a music video for the movie’s main song, called “Count on me.” You can watch this video on Sony Music Japan’s YouTube channel right now.
This song is super important in the movie because EIKO sings it during a big music competition. The person who wrote and created this catchy song is Shinya Ishihara, who is the singer of the popular rock band Saucy Dog. He even makes a small appearance in the movie itself!
The music video for “Count on me” was directed by Ken Ninomiya, who is known for directing other cool movies like Mayonaka Otome Sensou and music videos for famous artists like DEAN FUJIOKA. The video was filmed at the beautiful Nyukasa Ranch in Nagano, Japan. It shows EIKO singing naturally in the open fields, looking relaxed and happy.
Director Ninomiya said that he wanted to create a peaceful and dreamy feeling for the video, like a perfect holiday afternoon. To make it even more special, he added a touch of magic by making it snow even though the sky was clear. He hoped that this slightly unreal atmosphere would match the emotion in EIKO’s singing.
If you love the song “Count on me,” you’re in luck! It will be featured on EIKO’s new mini-album, also called “Count on me.” This album has six songs in total and will be released in Japan on April 23, 2025. But you don’t have to wait until then to hear the title track. “Count on me” is already available to listen to and download on various online music platforms.
For those who are interested in buying the album, there will be two versions: a first press limited edition and a regular edition, each with different cover designs.
To get even more excited about the movie, you can also check out the main trailer for Ya Boy Kongming! Live-Action Movie. This trailer gives you a sneak peek at the movie and features the theme song “Count on me.”
The movie Ya Boy Kongming! THE MOVIE is based on a popular manga series of the same name. The manga was created by Yuto Yotsuba (writer) and Ryo Ogawa (artist). It first appeared online in December 2019 and ran until November 2021 before moving to a weekly magazine. So far, 20 volumes of the manga have been published in Japan.
The story of Ya Boy Kongming! is quite unique. It’s about Zhuge Kongming, a legendary military strategist from ancient China. He somehow gets reborn in modern-day Shibuya, Tokyo, in a younger body. Amazed by the singing talent of an aspiring singer named Eiko Tsukimi, Kongming decides to use his strategic genius to help her achieve her dreams in the music world.
Before the movie, Ya Boy Kongming! was also made into a live-action TV drama. This drama series had 10 episodes and was shown on Fuji TV from September to November 2023. The movie is a direct continuation of this TV drama.
In Ya Boy Kongming! THE MOVIE, we see Kongming’s journey continue in modern Shibuya. His goal is still to bring peace and success to the music scene through Eiko’s voice. At the same time, the movie introduces a big music battle festival where the top three music labels in Japan – KEY TIME, SSS Music, and V-EX – are competing to be the best. Many talented artists are participating in this festival, and Eiko and Kongming decide to join in as well.
However, they face a challenge from Jun Shiba, who is related to Sima Yi, Kongming’s greatest rival from history. Jun Shiba and his sister Shin become obstacles for Kongming and Eiko. The movie will explore what happens to Kongming and Eiko as they navigate this music competition and face their rivals. Will Kongming’s strategies and Eiko’s singing be enough to win? Fans are eager to find out when the movie releases in Japan on April 25, 2025.
The release of the “Count on me” music video and the upcoming movie are generating a lot of excitement. Moka Kamishiraishi’s portrayal of EIKO and her singing performance are highly anticipated. The combination of music, comedy, and historical strategy makes Ya Boy Kongming! a unique and entertaining story. With the movie’s release date approaching, fans can enjoy the theme song and music video to get ready for the next chapter in Kongming and Eiko’s musical journey. The beautiful scenery of Nyukasa Ranch in the music video adds to the charm of the song, creating a visually appealing and emotionally resonant experience for viewers. The collaboration between talented individuals like Ken Ninomiya, Shinya Ishihara, and Moka Kamishiraishi promises a high-quality movie and soundtrack that will captivate audiences.