[NEWS] BAND-MAID's new song “What is justice?” has been selected as the ending theme for the TV anime "TOUGEN ANKI", set to air starting July 2025!
[NEWS]
BAND-MAID’s new song “What is justice?”—the ending theme for the TV anime Tougen Anki, airing on the Nippon TV network starting July 11, 2025—will be released digitally worldwide on Friday, July 18, 2025!
July 18, 2025 Digital Release
BAND-MAID New Digital Single “What is justice?”
Pre-add / Pre-save:
https://BAND-MAID.lnk.to/What_is_justice
Pre-add / Pre-save campaign has also been announced!
For details, please see the bottom of the page.
"What is justice?" Official Artwork
The music video will on YouTube premieres at 12:00 AM (JST) on Friday, July 18, the same time as the digital release!
BAND-MAID / What is justice? (Official Music Video)
A preview of the song is available in the third promotional video for the TV anime Tougen Anki, released on June 21.
In addition, select portions of “What is justice?” will be released in advance—starting June 22—on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.
◾️“Tougen Anki” Takes Over Shibuya Center Street!
“What is justice?” is also being aired during the campaign.
Be sure to check it out!
Takeover Period: July 9–22
◾️The ending theme “What is justice?” by BAND-MAID will be aired starting from Episode 2 on July 18.
TV Anime "Tougen Anki" Official Website
Broadcast begins Friday, July 11, 2025
Airs every Friday at 11:00 PM (JST) nationwide on 30 stations
as part of the “FRIDAY ANIME NIGHT” (FuraAni) programming block.
© Yura Urushibara (AKITASHOTEN) /TOUGEN ANKI PROJECT
Miku Kobato of BAND-MAID will be appearing at Anime Expo 2025 in Los Angeles, USA!
She will join as a special guest for the North American premiere screening of Episode 1 of "Tougen Anki" and participate in a special talk panel.
[Guest Information] (Honorifics omitted)
Yura Urushibara (online)
Kazuki Ura (Voice of Shiki Ichinose)
Takanori Matsuoka (Producer)
Miku Kobato (BAND-MAID, Gt/Vo)
July 5 (Sat), 2:15 PM – 3:35 PM
JW Marriott Platinum Ballroom, Los Angeles
North American premiere screening of Tougen Anki Episode 1 & Special Talk Panel
More info: https://www.anime-expo.org/
■ “What is justice?” Release Commemorative Listening Party @Stationhead
To celebrate the release of “What is justice?”, a four-part listening party will be held.
■ Schedule
Session 1: Friday, August 1, 2025 – 9:30 PM (JST)
Session 2: Friday, August 15, 2025 – 9:30 PM (JST)
Session 3: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 9:30 PM (JST)
Session 4: Friday, September 12, 2025 – 9:30 PM (JST)
Each session will be available for unlimited playback via archive after the live stream.
Voice messages from the members will be included. There will be no live appearances.
Song requests will be accepted on X (formerly Twitter) using the hashtag #bandmaid_sh.
・Each session is expected to last around 30 minutes.
・Schedule and content are subject to change without notice. Thank you for your understanding.
・Participation requires downloading the Stationhead app and having an active Apple Music or Spotify Premium subscription.
・Please note the app is available in English only, as it is an overseas service.
・The app includes a tipping feature, but please refrain from making payments or sending tips during this program.
・Android users can only participate if they are subscribed to Spotify Premium.
・For the best experience, we recommend using earphones or headphones.
・Be sure to download and install the Stationhead app before participating.
・Audio may not play properly when accessed via a browser.
・Please refrain from contacting Stationhead, Apple Music, or Spotify regarding this event.
・An English-subtitled version will be made available later on the Omeisyusama video channel.
■ How to Join
① Subscribe to either Apple Music (paid) or Spotify Premium
(First-time users may receive a one-month free trial)
② Download the Stationhead app from the App Store or Google Play and create an account
③ Follow the ‘bandmaidofficial’ account on Stationhead
Search for this ID: bandmaidofficial
■■ Pre-Add & Pre-Save Campaign
To celebrate the global digital release of “What is justice?” on July 18, 2025, fans who Pre-Add on Apple Music or Pre-Save on Spotify and submit their entry will receive an exclusive digital image featuring the anime "TOUGEN ANKI" × BAND-MAID!
*By Pre-Adding or Pre-Saving, the song will automatically be added to your library on the release date.
BAND-MAID “What is justice?”
https://BAND-MAID.lnk.to/What_is_justiceE1
・Available Services
Apple Music / Spotify
・Prize
Exclusive digital image: Anime “Tougen Anki” × BAND-MAID
・Gift Distribution
Scheduled for the end of July 2025
・Campaign Period
June 22, 2025 (00:00 JST) – July 17, 2025 (23:59 JST)
・Common Entry Form
https://forms.gle/d7r4KgRXgCqnNEQB8
▼ How to Apply
【For Pre-Add / Pre-Save Entries】
Please follow the steps below to Pre-Add or Pre-Save "What is justice?" and submit your application.
[Apple Music Pre-Add]
Go to https://BAND-MAID.lnk.to/What_is_justiceE1
Tap “Pre-add” on Apple Music
Once you see the message “We will add it to your Apple Music library on the release date.” and the button changes to “Pre-added,” the setup is complete
Take a screenshot of this screen and save it
Fill out the required information on the common entry form below and upload the screenshot within the campaign period
[Spotify Pre-Save]
Go to https://BAND-MAID.lnk.to/What_is_justiceE1
Tap “Pre-save” on Spotify
Once you see the message “Success｜We will save it to your Spotify library on the release date.” and the button changes to “Pre-saved,” the setup is complete
Take a screenshot of this screen and save it
Fill out the required information on the common entry form below and upload the screenshot within the campaign period
*What is Pre-Add / Pre-Save?
Pre-Add on Apple Music and Pre-Save on Spotify are features that allow you to reserve upcoming releases. Once available, the content will be automatically added to your library.
▼ Notes
Please read all information carefully before applying.
Only one entry per person is allowed. Duplicate entries will be disqualified.
Screenshots will be checked. Please do not reuse someone else’s image.
Only those who meet the application requirements will be eligible.
Data and communication fees are the responsibility of the applicant.
The gift and right to receive it are non-transferable and not redeemable for cash.
Please refrain from contacting subscription services (Apple Music, Spotify) about this campaign.
Resale or transfer of the gift is strictly prohibited.
This campaign is not affiliated with Apple, Apple Music, or Spotify.
Apple and Apple Music are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and other countries.
BAND-MAID”What is justice?” Streaming SNS Share Campaign
Listen to “What is justice?” and share it on X (formerly Twitter) or Instagram Stories with the hashtag #BANDMAID_WIJ and everyone who enters will receive an original image from the anime “TOUGEN ANKI” × BAND-MAID!
“What is justice?”
https://BAND-MAID.lnk.to/What_is_justiceE1
・Streaming services for the campaign
Apple Music/Spotify/Amazon Music Unlimited/LINE MUSIC/YouTube Music/AWA/dhits//KKBOX
・Prize
Exclusive digital image: Anime “TOUGEN ANKI” × BAND-MAID
*The image will change weekly (planned)
・Campaign Entry Period
2025
① July 18–24 ② July 25–31 ③ August 1–7
④ August 8–14 ⑤ August 15–21 ⑥ August 22–28
• Gift Distribution
Within one week of each entry deadline (planned)
・How to apply
1) Play “What is justice?” on the designated streaming service and tap the “...” button on the song page.
2) Select “Share/Share the song” and share the song on X (formerly Twitter) or Instagram Stories with “#BANDMAID_WIJ”.
(*In case of Instagram Stories, select “Share” and choose “Instagram Stories” or “Instagram Talks” to share to Instagram Stories.
3) Take a screenshot of the shared post, fill out the form below, and send it to us.
＜Entry Form＞
https://forms.gle/z4aLz9QmpRbCxHrq9
▼Please note
Please read the application form carefully to the end. Duplicate entries will not be accepted.
Please do not use the same image for all screen shots as they will be checked.
If you have a locked account, please unlock your account to participate in the campaign. If your tweet does not appear when searching for the campaign hashtag, your entry will be invalid.
Those who participated in the first campaign are also eligible to participate.
Only those who have fulfilled the requirements in [How to apply] will be eligible for this campaign.
You are responsible for all communication costs related to the use of this campaign.
Winning rights and prizes are the sole property of the winner and are not transferable or redeemable for cash.
Please refrain from contacting the subscription service/social networking service operators regarding this campaign.
Application completion emails will not be sent out.
Resale or transfer of the rewards to a third party is strictly prohibited.
The participating streaming service companies are not involved in this campaign.
Apple and Apple Music are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and other countries.
・Handling of Personal Information
Personal information (e.g., name, email address) collected for this campaign will only be used for the purpose of contacting winners and shipping the gift.
We may outsource necessary operations to third parties under strict data protection standards.
・Contact
PONY CANYON Customer Support Center
Business hours: Weekdays 10:00–13:00 / 14:00–17:00 (JST)
https://www.ponycanyon.co.jp/support/inquiry
The inquiry form is available 24 hours, but replies will be sent during business hours. Please make sure to mention the campaign name in your inquiry.
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