“Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle-” is a music-driven character rap project that launched in September 2017.

Eighteen unique main characters are divided into six teams, engaging in intense rap battles.

The music that fuels these battles features rappers and trackmakers who are leading figures in the Japanese hip-hop scene.

By having voice actors perform these rap tracks, each character’s story unfolds through music as its core.

With its character-driven music and rich audio drama storytelling as the foundation, the project has expanded into a wide range of media, including comics, mobile games, stage productions, and anime.

The 3DCG live performance “From HYPED-UP 02” is a show where fully 3DCG-rendered characters perform live on stage, offering a unique experience that feels as if the characters truly exist in the real world.

On February 21, 2025, the film “Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle-” was released.

As Japan’s first interactive movie—where the story and ending change depending on audience votes—it exceeded 2.5 billion yen in box office revenue, an extraordinary achievement.

It also became the first film in Japan to reach this milestone while screening in fewer than 100 theaters.

Creator

Arataka

In 2018, they were deeply moved by their first encounter with particle live performances, which led them to dive into the world of XR.

They founded “P.L.V”, a group of particle live creators in VRChat, where they host particle live gatherings.

Through producing VR live shows for VTubers and participating in XR event showcases, they continue to explore new possibilities for virtual live entertainment.

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