Kenshi Yonezu's New Music Video Features Yuzuru Hanyu

Japanese singer Kenshi Yonezu made an exciting announcement on Wednesday: two-time Olympic gold medalist in men's figure skating, Yuzuru Hanyu, stars in the music video for the opening theme song of the anime Medalist, titled “Bow and Arrow.” The video is now available for streaming on Yonezu's YouTube channel.

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A Star-Studded Collaboration

Yonezu expressed his excitement on social media, stating:

“I’m thrilled to have Yuzuru Hanyu appear in the video. It’s incredible!” 🫨
Watch the announcement here.

Watch the Music Video

Check out the music video for “Bow and Arrow” below:

Release Details

Yonezu's “Bow and Arrow” was released digitally on January 27. A clean version of the Medalist anime's opening credits is also available on the Medalist YouTube channel.

More About Medalist

The Medalist manga, created by Tsurumaikada, debuted in May 2020 and is currently serialized in Kodansha's Monthly Afternoon magazine. The anime adaptation premiered on January 5, featuring voice actors Natsumi Haruse and Takeo Ōtsuka as Inori Yuitsuka and Tsukasa Akeuraji, respectively.

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