SOTA HANAMURA will release his pre-debut album "ASCEEENSION" on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026!

Fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of Da-iCE 's Sota Hanamura 's first solo album under his own name, "SOTA HANAMURA"!!

This album contains a total of 13 tracks, including bonus tracks, and features songs produced by SOTA HANAMURA himself, such as "Me.exe," which was released as a pre-release single on February 6th (Friday), as well as songs by various artists, including "To you," provided by Yudai Ohno, "We Got This," written, composed, and arranged by singer-songwriter eill, and "Ienai," written and composed by SIRUP.



▼Click here to make a reservation
https://SOTA-HANAMURA.lnk.to/PreDebutAlbum


◆Release date
Wednesday, June 3, 2026


◆Product form and price

[CD + Blu-ray (Compatible with Sumapura Music & Movie)]
AVCD-63859/B 12,000 yen (tax included)
*Luxury box packaging + photobook included


[CD + Blu-ray (Compatible with Sumapura Music & Movie)]
AVCD-63860/B ¥6,800 (tax included)


[CD (Compatible with Sumapura Music)]
AVCD-63861 ¥4,000 (tax included)


◆ Track List
<CD>
01. Me.exe
Lyrics and composition: sty | SOTA.h
Arrangement: STY

02. Lose
Lyrics: SOTA.h
Composer: Christofer Erixon | Josef Melin
Arrangement: Josef Melin

03. I'll be a star
Lyrics: GASHIMA (WHITE JAM) | SOTA.h
Composer: SOTA.h | GASHIMA(WHITE JAM) | Wolf Kid
Arrangement: Wolf Kid (Digz, Inc. Group)

04. Drive Your LIFE!
Lyrics: Daisuke Mori | SOTA.h
Composer: Daisuke Mori
Arrangement: Daisuke Mori

05. Back & Forth
Lyrics: JYONGRI
Composer: FOFU
Arrangement: FOFU | FZ(sfpr / Radical Hardcore Clique)

06. To you
Lyrics: Yudai Ohno | Hayato Yamamoto | Yinc.
Composer: Yudai Ohno | Yinc. | Hayato Yamamoto | Junichiro Sakka | Yuto "Carlos" Shimizu
Arrangement: Junichiro Sakka | Yuto Shimizu "Carlos" | Hayato Yamamoto

07. We Got This
Lyrics: eill
Composer: eill | Ryo'LEFTY'Miyata
Arrangement: eill | Ryo'LEFTY'Miyata | Sugar Katsushiro (BREIMEN)

08. Breaking free
Lyrics: SOTA.h
Composer: Shotaro Tani | Takashi Shimada
Arrangement: Shotaro Tani | Takashi Shimada

09. Enoi
Lyrics: SIRUP
Composer: SIRUP | A.G.O
Arrangement: A.G.O

10. Lie to me
Lyrics: SOTA.h
Composer: IOAH | Sarah.J | Yechan Park | Isak Alvedahl | Ryan Lawrie
Arrangement: IOAH | Yechan Park

11. DRIFTING
Lyrics: JYONGRI
Composer: SOTA.h | MEG. ME | Louis
Arrangement: MEG.ME | Louis

12. Let me love you
Lyrics: GASHIMA (WHITE JAM)
Composer: Keita Tachibana | SOTA.h
Arrangement: Keita Tachibana

13. real Emotion
Lyrics: Kenn Kato
Composer: Kazuhiro Hara
Arrangement: Ha-ne (Relic Lyric, inc.) | Yeoun

<Blu-ray>
<Blu-ray (AVCD-63859/B)>
Documentary of ASCEEENSION -Director's Cut Ver.- *Approx. 46 minutes
 
<Blu-ray (AVCD-63860/B)>
Documentary of ASCEEENSION ※ Approx. 37 minutes


◆ Purchase Benefits
< Da-iCE OFFICIAL SHOP >
by drawing lots Bonus: "SOTA HANAMURA Live Tour 2026" Rehearsal Admission Ticket
First-come, first-served bonus: Postcard with printed message (Design A)
*Purchase one of the three formats to receive one eligible bonus.
*With one reservation, you will receive one rehearsal by drawing lots ticket + a postcard.
*Rehearsal viewing by drawing lots tickets are available only to those who make reservations by 12:00 noon on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
*The postcard design and printed message are the same for all three formats.
*Postcards are a first-come, first-served bonus. Please note that quantities are limited.

[Eligible Sites]
・ Da-iCE OFFICIAL SHOP
https://shop.da-ice.jp/

< "SOTA HANAMURA Live Tour 2026" Rehearsal Admission Ticket>
This is a special benefit for attending rehearsals at the venue during the "SOTA HANAMURA Live Tour 2026" held from June. Please be sure to read the details and notes below. We look forward to your participation!

[Date & Venue] *Please select your preferred date and venue before making your purchase.
「SOTA HANAMURA Live Tour 2026」
Thursday, June 11, 2026, Tokyo, Kanadevia Hall
Friday, June 26, 2026 - Osaka, Fenice Sakai
July 24, 2026 (Fri) Aichi, AICHI PREFECTURAL ART THEATER Grand Hall
Monday, August 10, 2026, Fukuoka, FUKUOKA SUNPALACE
Monday, August 17, 2026, Tokyo, Nippon Budokan
* Depending on circumstances, this event may be canceled without prior notice. Thank you for your understanding.

[Application by drawing lots Special Offer Reservation Period]
Until 12:00 noon on Wednesday, May 20, 2026
* Regardless of the date or venue, by drawing lots applications are only available to those who make reservations up to the above dates.

[About the Application by drawing lots Benefits]
・The performance you select at the time of order will be automatically entered, so you do not need to apply for any procedures yourself.
・Please note that cancellations after completing the order process, as well as changes to the date, venue, or orderer are not possible.
・Regarding the by drawing lots invitation to rehearsals, those without a ticket may participate, but only those with a ticket for the relevant performance may attend.
・If you do not wish to apply for an invitation to attend the rehearsal, please select 'No Application' when selecting the performance.
・The original bonus "Postcard with Printed Message (Design A)" will be delivered together with the product for every eligible purchase regardless of by drawing lots winning.
・Applications will be allocated according to the number of tickets. (Buy 1 piece for 1 piece, buy 2 tickets for 2 pieces)
・Payment methods such as "cash on delivery" and "deferred payment" are not available. Thank you for your understanding.

< Regarding orders from minors>
・Orders by minors require parental consent. If you place an order without the consent of a guardian, the order may be canceled based on the guardian's request. In such cases, it may be judged as interference with purchases by other customers or business interference with our company, and all subsequent orders may be declined.

[About the Rehearsal Viewing Invitation Program Details]
● This event will be held before the start of the target performance, and you will be invited to attend the rehearsal. (Maximum capacity per venue is planned for 200 people)
● The winner is the person who placed the order. Transferring winning rights or changing winners is not accepted.
● For rehearsals, only one winner may attend. For information about reception, please refer to the separate section [Identity verification at each venue when inviting rehearsal attendance].
● If you are late for the winner registration deadline, you will not be allowed to participate regardless of reasons such as natural disasters or transportation failures.

[Announcement of Winners]
● With strict by drawing lots, winners will receive a notification email scheduled for Tuesday, June 2 to the registered email address.
Detailed information on the day will be provided to winners at least one week (planned) before each performance.
● Winners will be announced by sending a notification email.
● If you do not receive the winning email due to reasons such as domain-specific email settings, your win will be invalidated. We cannot respond to inquiries regarding the results of your application.
● If you have domain-specific reception settings, please either remove the domain restrictions or register "shop.da-ice.jp" or "mu-mo.net" in the domain settings.

[About Winning Prizes and Exchanging Participation Tickets]
● Winners of this benefit will be contacted by email.
● Customers wishing to participate in the benefits should come to the meeting time and place listed in the winning email and undergo identity verification checks at reception. Rehearsal tickets will be handed out at reception to those who have completed identity verification.
● For identity verification, please be sure to present a photo ID for winners. Examples: driver's license, My Number card, passport, etc.
● If you wish to participate, please be sure to arrive at the meeting place by the meeting time.
● If you do not arrive at the meeting place at the meeting time, you will not be able to participate even if you have the winning email.
● Invitations are limited to the winners themselves. Entry is strictly prohibited regardless of age.
● Regardless of age, children are considered as one person. Thank you for your understanding.

[Regarding identity verification at each venue when inviting rehearsal attendance]
● For those who are invited to attend the rehearsal, we will confirm your winning email and complete identity verification at the venue on the day of the event.
● If you do not verify your identity within the specified time specified in the winning email, your win will be invalid for any reason. Please be aware.
● The following forms of identification are required for identity verification. On the day of the event, please don't forget to bring this with you.
One type of "Photo ID" (one that can verify the applicant's name, address, and photo)
< Notes>
* For details on ID cards, please refer to the section below titled "About ID Cards."
* Expired ID cards will not be treated as valid identification documents.
* If the information on the photo ID (name, address, photo) does not match the orderer's information, or if you forget your photo ID on the day, participation in the event will be refused regardless of the reason.
<About photo ID with facial recognition>
"Photo ID card" refers to the following: (None of these are allowed)
・Passport (with your address)
・Driver's license
・Student ID with photo (with your address included). The name can be handwritten.)
・Basic Resident Registration Card
・Physical Disability Certificate
・Residence card
・Alien Registration Certificate
・My Number Card (only if you bring it in a case so only the front is visible)

[Regarding Rehearsal Attendance]
● Those who do not have a ticket for the relevant performance may participate in the rehearsal viewing.
● Please check your transportation options for your return trip before joining. We cannot take any responsibility for the return trip at the last train time.
● When participating, please follow the staff's instructions to ensure smooth progress. If staff determine a problem, your win may be invalidated.
● Please manage your valuables at your own responsibility.

[Notes]
● Winning emails will not be reissued regardless of reasons such as loss, theft, or damage.
● Transfer or resale of winning rights is strictly prohibited. If staff judge that the transfer or resale is invalid.
● Avex Music Creative Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as 'the Company') will not be involved in any disputes between customers regarding winning rights or benefits.
● Please cooperate by following the instructions of the venue staff to ensure smooth operations. During guidance, staff may touch your shoulders or arms.
● Transportation and accommodation expenses related to attending the rehearsal are the responsibility of the customer. Even if you do not meet the participation requirements and cannot attend the special event, we will not compensate for transportation, accommodation, or other expenses.
● Videos or images of rehearsal viewing sessions may be published on official related websites. Please be aware of the possibility of reflections.
● Various restrictions may be implemented as necessary on the day to prevent accidents and confusion.
● Please comply with the following "prohibited items" when attending the rehearsal. If you violate this rule or if the organizer determines you are unfit to participate, your win will be invalidated and you may be asked to leave. In this case, we do not provide refunds for product prices, transportation costs, travel expenses, or other compensation. If prohibited or misconduct is discovered, participation in all future events involving this artist will be denied.
● There are no special medical devices or equipment provided at the venue. If you have chronic illnesses or need medical equipment, please participate at your own risk.
● Due to requests from local governments, natural disasters, transportation failures, venue facility issues, performers' illness or accidents, time limits or delays, or other unavoidable circumstances, the special event may be canceled or postponed at any short notice. Even if you are unable to participate in the special event for any of these reasons, we will not provide refunds for product prices, transportation costs, travel expenses, or other compensation.
● Even if winners suffer any damages related to participating or being unable to participate in this project, neither our company, its affiliates, nor the artists shall be liable except in cases of intent or gross negligence.
● We will operate with utmost care, but if you see any suspicious person or object, please notify a nearby staff member.
● If litigation becomes necessary in connection with this project, the Tokyo District Court or Tokyo Summary Court shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

[Prohibited Activities]
● Transfer or exchange of winning rights and benefits, resale (scalping), copying, or counterfeiting
*These frauds are considered crimes. If discovered, you will be expelled and reported to the police.
* Winning rights recognized for resale will be invalid.
● Acts that disturb other customers, such as cutting into waiting lines, or actions deemed by staff to be equivalent to fraud
* If discovered, the affected person will be refused purchase or treated as if it were fraudulent behavior.
● Slander, defamation, threats, and verbal abuse against artists
● Entry and event participation under the influence of alcohol and alcohol
● Bringing recording, filming, or photography for events or special gatherings, as well as equipment intended for such purposes, to the venue
● Waiting for your turn due to overnight stays the day before, etc.

[Contact]
Da-iCE OFFICIAL SHOP Customer Support
https://shop.da-ice.jp/pages/faq
*Please contact us using the form above.
*We accept emails 24 hours a day, but we will respond sequentially during business hours. Thank you for your understanding in advance. (Weekdays only: 11:00-18:00 (JST))
* Depending on the nature of your inquiry, it may take several days to respond if weekends or holidays fall between your questions. Therefore, we are unable to respond immediately on the day of the event. Please contact us with plenty of time in advance.

<Nationwide CD Shop Bonus>
Postcard (Design B)

[Participating Stores]
Nationwide CD Shops and EC Sites
*Some stores and e-commerce sites may not carry this carry, so please be sure to check before purchasing.
*This is a first-come, first-served bonus. Please note that quantities are limited.