December 10, 2025 | Tokyo, Japan | Team RJHH
KIRA will release her new EP “Omotenashi” on December 12, 2025, in collaboration with producer MICHVEL JVMES. This project follows the singles and the EP “Lost Child / Cradle” released earlier this year. The EP includes five tracks, including a collaboration with Mummy-D, a member of the legendary group Rhymester.
KIRA is an R&B artist from Osaka, known for her soulful voice and elegant musical universe. With “Omotenashi”, she aims to present a new side of her artistry. MICHVEL JVMES contributes a modern, hip-hop sound that gives the EP a strong, distinctive identity. Together, they offer a fresh vision of Japanese R&B.
The meaning behind “Omotenashi”
The title “Omotenashi” refers to the Japanese concepts of hospitality, thoughtfulness, and comfort. KIRA and MICHVEL JVMES reinterpret this ethos through contemporary sound design, expressing it as a musical form of hospitality—a warm, refined, and carefully crafted experience for the listener. With its polished grooves, emotionally rich vocals, and modern production aligned with today’s global scene, “Omotenashi” stands out as a next-generation Japanese R&B/hip-hop EP. It is designed to resonate not only in Japan but also with international audiences seeking innovative and culturally grounded music.
A significant highlight of the EP is the title track “Omotenashi”, featuring Mummy-D of RHYMESTER, one of Japan’s most respected hip-hop artists. His grounded flow, thoughtful lyricism, and precise delivery add a new dimension to the track, elevating the entire project. His presence bridges generations and reinforces the EP’s cultural depth.
Tracklist
- GLG
- Miyabizm
- Omotenashi feat. Mummy-D
- boyfriend
- 約束 (Yakusoku, “Promise”)
🎧 EP Link: https://linkco.re/uq6UbNqz
🎬 The “Omotenashi feat. Mummy-D” music video will premiere on December 12 at 8 PM:
https://youtu.be/oD939qKehWI?si=gGmlkMQvWUPsr_qT
Comments from KIRA and MICHVEL JVMES
KIRA explains that she wanted to turn the Japanese theme of omotenashi into an artistic work that feels simple and accessible. MICHVEL JVMES highlights that each track brings a different energy, adding that working with Mummy-D was a highly creative experience.
In 2024, KIRA and MICHVEL JVMES already made an impact with their singles “Gin and Tonic” and “金魚” (Kingyo). Their style—mixing soul, R&B and Japanese influences—attracted significant attention.
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