aespa will perform the opening theme 'ATTITUDE' for the anime 'Kira Ao', which premieres on April 11, 2026, on TV Tokyo.
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aespa will serve as the opening theme for the TV anime 'Kira Ao', which will be broadcast on TV Tokyo series from 11 PM on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The TV anime 'Kira Ao' is based on the popular manga 'Kira Ao' from Weekly Shonen Jump, featuring the legendary assassin Oogami Juuzou, who has accomplished any impossible request at the age of 39. One day, after being stung by a mysterious bee, he transforms into a 13-year-old and attends middle school, facing various incidents and battles with other assassins in this 'youth redo' action comedy. Recently, a luxurious cast of unique characters has been revealed, further generating buzz for the anime. The song chosen as the opening theme for the anime 'Kira Ao' is a new song by aespa titled 'ATTITUDE'. With lyrics that boldly express an unwavering will of 'no one can break my individuality' while maintaining their own pace, the song features an impressive melody that resonates with a beat that releases excitement in the chorus. A music video using anime footage has also been released, showcasing aespa's edgy vocals and lively sound, which accelerates the stylish action of the protagonist Oogami Juuzou's hidden 'assassin side'. Additionally, aespa surprised fans by releasing 'ATTITUDE' simultaneously with the announcement of the opening theme. This marks their first Japanese release in about a year and a half since 'Hot Mess' in 2024, and it will be the first single of 2026, kicking off their activities in Japan this year. Last year, they began their third arena tour in Japan across four cities, selling out all ten performances, and they are also scheduled to hold their first dome tour in Japan starting in April 2026. Attention is gathering for aespa's further activities. ◆ aespa Comment: We, aespa, are honored to be in charge of the opening theme for the anime 'Kira Ao'. I believe the song matches the speedy world of 'Kira Ao' very well. To everyone looking forward to 'Kira Ao', please enjoy the world of the work along with the opening theme 'ATTITUDE'! ■ Release Information: aespa Digital Single 'ATTITUDE' now available for streaming and download. ■ Broadcast Information: 'Kira Ao' starts airing from 11 PM on Saturday, April 11, on TV Tokyo series. Original work: Tadatoshi Fujimaki (Shueisha Jump Comics published) Comics: 13 volumes. Novel version 'Kira Ao Secret Report' is now on sale! <Story> Legendary assassin, 39 years old. Starting over from middle school. Oogami Juuzou is a legendary assassin who accomplishes any difficult request. One day, after annihilating a certain organization, Juuzou is stung by a mysterious bee and loses consciousness. When he wakes up, he has transformed from a 39-year-old adult into a 13-year-old child! Surprised, Juuzou receives a command from his boss to 'infiltrate middle school in that form'. What awaits him is a youthful school life with colorful classmates—can he return to his original form?! Assassins are closing in on Juuzou! <Cast> Oogami Juuzou: Yubuko Sanpei, Mitsuoka Noren: Fuka Izumi, Nekota Kotatsu: Shuichiro Umeda, Konami Same Shin: Daisuke Sakuma, Tendou Tenma: Go Otsuka, Rindou Kazuma: Shoya Chiba, Rindou Eiji: Yoshiki Nakajima, Shiraishi Chisato: Atsumi Tanezaki, Wanibuchi Eri: Yumi Uchiyama, Oogami Juuzou (adult): Shunsuke Takeuchi. Opening theme: aespa 'ATTITUDE'. Animation production: CUE. Copyright: (C) Tadatoshi Fujimaki / Shueisha 'Kira Ao' Production Committee. ■ Related Links: 'Kira Ao' Official Site.
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