The new song "Aoba" has been chosen as the theme song for the film "The Day the Flowers Bloom."

In addition, it has been decided that the song will be released on Friday, February 27th.

The cover photo has also been released, with Aoba's silhouette superimposed on a blurred image.

This new song was written specifically for the film and produced by Shuta Hasunuma, who also composed the soundtrack for the film. The ephemeral yet elegant strings and synths, the inorganic beat, and imase 's falsetto create a beautiful contrast, creating a song that feels like the dawn before a new day.

Although imase has been on hiatus since August 4, 2025, this song was produced before his hiatus.

In addition, the official trailer for the film was released to coincide with the release of the theme song today.

Please be sure to check out this collaboration of beautiful visuals and theme song that has been acclaimed worldwide.

[imase comment]

We all have feelings that we need to let go of.

As we grow up, these things may feel like junk, but they are not a waste; they are important things that have shaped who we are and will brighten our future.

"The Day the Flower Patina Breaks" is a work that made me realize this.

I created this song with the aim of creating a song that exudes youth but also welcomes a new you.

Hasunuma's arrangement also beautifully conveys the gentleness of the song! It's the best!

I've always wanted to try a string arrangement like this!

It's a special and important song for me!

＜NEW RELEASE INFO＞

Release date: Friday, February 27, 2026

"Aoba" *Theme song for the movie "The Day the Flowers Bloom"

https://imase.lnk.to/aobaWE

<Film information>

Title: "A NEW DAWN"

Release: Nationwide release on March 6th

Copyright: ©2025 A NEW DAWN Film Partners

Official website: https://hanaroku.asmik-ace.co.jp

Official X: https://twitter.com/hanaroku_movie

Official trailer: https://youtu.be/msYhg_3tTvo