Kana-Boon Halts Activities: Impact on Naruto and My Hero Academia Fanbase

Kana-Boon is suspending their activities due to the departure of two band members, guitarist Hayato Koga and drummer Takahiro Koizumi. The band will not be participating in any events for the next year. The announcement was made on December 11, 2023, through the band's official website, which also provided a detailed explanation for the decision.

Kana-Boon: Reason for the suspension of activities and list of events that are canceled

The official announcement on X (Image via X/@_kanaboon)

Takahiro Koizumi, the drummer, was recently reported to be dating a 20-year-old underground idol, who allegedly had an abortion. Koizumi confirmed the report during an interview with his band members. As a result, Kana-Boon decided to part ways with Koizumi and Hip Land Music Corp terminated his contract. Additionally, guitarist Hayato Koga was also interviewed regarding multiple reports of misbehavior.

List of events that are canceled

According to the statement on Kana-Boon’s official website, the agency and Koga reached a mutual agreement to address the issues. However, both the band and the agency encountered difficulties in collaborating with him in the future. As a result, Hayato Koga expressed his desire to part ways with the agency and the band. The departure of a guitarist and a drummer led to the band's decision to suspend their activities.

The drummer and guitarist, along with all 4 band members (Image via Naruto official website)

Below is the schedule of shows, as well as the locations and dates that will be canceled due to the band's halt in activities:

Kyoto Muse (Kyoto) - December 14, 2023

Live House and Studio Apollo (Shimane) - December 16, 2023

Aztic Laughs (Yonago) - December 17, 2023

FM802 Rock Festival Radio Crazy (Osaka) - December 29, 2023

The band’s official website announced that patrons who had purchased tickets for the Kyoto, Shimane, and Yonago events would be refunded, while attendees at the FM802 Rock Festival Radio Crazy 2023 event would not. The band expressed regret to their fans and assured them that they would explore alternative performance options to ensure a positive experience for their supporters.

Stay tuned for more anime and manga news as 2023 progresses.

Editor's P/S

As a dedicated fan of Kana-Boon, I am deeply saddened by the news of their hiatus. The band's music has been an integral part of my life, and their songs have accompanied me through countless moments of joy, excitement, and inspiration. The Naruto and My Hero Academia theme songs hold a special place in my heart, and it's heartbreaking to know that I won't be able to experience their live performances for the foreseeable future.

The circumstances surrounding the band's hiatus are unfortunate and disappointing. The departure of two key members, guitarist Hayato Koga and drummer Takahiro Koizumi, has left a void that cannot be easily filled. I understand the band's decision to suspend activities, as it would be challenging to continue without such integral members. However, I can't help but feel a sense of loss and longing for the music that Kana-Boon has brought into my life.