Nao Toyama to Release Last Full Album 'OVER THE RAINBOW' Before Singing Hiatus; Deluxe Animate Limited Set with Exclusive Bonuses Announced

Animate Ltd. has announced the release of Nao Toyama's 4th full album, 'OVER THE RAINBOW,' scheduled for October 7, 2026. This album marks a significant milestone as her last full-length release before taking a hiatus from her singing activities. Four editions will be available: First Press Limited Edition A, First Press Limited Edition B, Regular Edition, and the Complete Production Animate Limited Set.

The Complete Production Animate Limited Set is a deluxe package featuring two CDs (the full album plus a bonus collaboration CD), a Blu-ray containing the full performance of 'Nao Toyama One-Man Live 2026: Matsuri' (including encores), and a new 'Osuwari Mochibou-chan' plushie (sitting height approx. 120mm). This premium set is priced at 15,000 yen (including tax).

In addition, a release event tour has been confirmed for customers who pre-order the Animate Limited Set. The tour will visit eight locations across Japan: Tokyo, Hokkaido, Aichi, Ishikawa, Miyagi, Hiroshima, Osaka, and Fukuoka. Free-to-view events, including mini-lives and bonus handover sessions, are also planned for the Kanto and Kansai regions for purchasers of the other editions.

An early reservation campaign will run from May 3, 2026, at 17:00 JST until August 16, 2026, at 23:59 JST. Customers who pre-order the eligible products at participating stores will receive early bird bonuses.

Product Lineup - Complete Production Animate Limited Set (2CD + Blu-ray + Goods): 15,000 yen - First Press Limited Edition A (CD + Blu-ray): 7,700 yen - First Press Limited Edition B (2CD): 4,500 yen - Regular Edition (CD): 3,500 yen * Animate Bonus (All editions): L-size photo (with printed autograph and comment)