[September 4 is Kushikatsu Day] Japan Kushikatsu Association × HAL Industry-Academia Collaboration Project! "Kushikatsu Day Remix Album" Release & Official Music Video for the Original Track "Kushikatsu Day" Short Music Video to Be Released!

The Japan Kushikatsu Association, a general incorporated association, will officially release the “Kushikatsu Memorial Day Remix Album,” produced as part of an industry-academia collaboration project with HAL—a vocational school that trains specialists in the IT and digital content industries (located in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya)—to commemorate “Kushikatsu Memorial Day” on September 4.

"Kushikatsu Day (Remix Collection)" Album Cover Design

We are also pleased to announce that distribution of the official music video (MV) for the original song “Kushikatsu Memorial Day” will begin on the same day.

This video was filmed to coincide with the release on “Kushikatsu Day,” September 4, 2025, and features HAN-KUN of Shonan no Kaze—who wrote the lyrics, composed the music, and served as producer for the song—along with singer Shoko Haida,as well as students from the Musical Academy Dream who participated in the backing vocals.

The full-length music video is scheduled to be released at a later date.

■ Background and History of the Industry-Academia Collaboration Project

This project is an industry-academia collaboration between the “Japan Kushikatsu Association,” which aims to promote kushikatsu culture and revitalize local communities, and HAL, a vocational school dedicated to nurturing the next generation of creators.Based on the original song “Kushikatsu Memorial Day” produced by reggae artist HAN-KUN (Shonan no Kaze), students from HAL’s Music Department took on the challenge of creating a remix. Over the course of approximately three months, they worked on the production process—including arrangement, mixing, and sound design—to create a piece that showcases their individual sensibilities and technical skills.

This project, which was first presented and unveiled at the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo, has now been released as a remix album on September 4—"Kushikatsu Memorial Day." We are proud to deliver an unprecedented kushikatsu entertainment experience that fuses the students’ fresh sensibilities with digital technology.

Industry-Academia Collaboration Project

■ “Kushikatsu Memorial Day Remix Album” Overview

While preserving the energy of the original tracks, creators from a variety of genres have reimagined and reconstructed (remixed) them with their own unique interpretations. This album is packed with the lively rhythm reminiscent of the sound of kushikatsu frying and positive sounds designed to boost your luck.

● Album Title: Kushikatsu Anniversary Remix Album

● Produced by: Japan Kushikatsu Association (General Incorporated Association)

● Production Support: HAL (Industry-Academia Collaboration Project)

● Release Date: Friday, September 4, 2026

● Sales Site URL: https://linkco.re/yMXVvhdA

■ Short Music Video for the Original Song “Kushikatsu Anniversary” Released; Official Music Video (MV) Unveiled

To coincide with the album’s release, we are releasing a short music video for the original song “Kushikatsu Anniversary.”

This lively and uplifting video is sure to add even more excitement to the anniversary on September 4.

● Short Music Video Release Date and Time: Friday, September 4, 2026, at 12:00 a.m.

● YouTube Link: https://youtube.com/@hankunofficial?si=JBnvmPaDMMgcBjay

(*The full-length music video will be released at a later date on HAN-KUN’s official YouTube channel.)

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■ About the Japan Kushikatsu Association (General Incorporated Association)

Under the motto “Bringing Smiles to the World with Kushikatsu,” the Japan Kushikatsu Association engages in activities to preserve and promote kushikatsu culture, as well as plans various events and promotions. Even during the difficult times of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have continued to spread a bright and positive culture.

■About HAL Vocational School

HAL Vocational School operates campuses in front of major train stations in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya, as well as in New York and Paris, training students to become immediately employable professionals in the fields of gaming, CG, music, automotive design, and IT.

Pursuing “industry-academia collaboration”—considered the ideal in vocational education—the school offers direct instruction from leading professionals, case studies commissioned by companies for students to tackle, and software and hardware recognized by industry experts. It boasts a 100% employment rate for those seeking employment.

Our three major guarantee programs—“Full Employment Guarantee,” “National Certification Pass Guarantee,” and “Salary Guarantee”—are a testament to our confidence.

Open house events are held every month. Campus tours and consultations are available daily (except Sundays and national holidays).

HAL Vocational School: https://www.HAL.ac.jp