fripSide Becomes Ambassador for "Tickets in Japan"! Introducing fripSide's Signature Songs (Anime Tie-Ups) and Concert Information
fripSide is a Japanese music unit that has produced theme songs for numerous anime series and video games. If you're a fan of Japanese anime, you may already know the name fripSide from "only my railgun." We're excited to announce that fripSide has officially become an ambassador for Tickets in Japan!
In this article, we'll cover the three eras of fripSide that have captivated fans around the world, the unit's signature songs, an overview of their January 11, 2027 concert in Tachikawa, how to get to the venue, and nearby dining options. If you're planning to include an anime song live concert in your Japan itinerary, this guide is for you.
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https://www.ticketsinjapan.com/en/events/anime_fripside2601/
Table of Contents
1. What is fripSide?
1-1. fripSide Era 1
1-2. fripSide Era 2
1-3. fripSide Era 3
2. fripSide's Signature Songs and Anime Tie-Ups
2-1. only my railgun
2-2. sister's noise
2-3. Red Liberation
3. Overview of the fripSide Tachikawa Concert
3-1. Concert Date and Venue
3-2. Tickets in Japan Exclusive Ticket Package
4. How to Get to TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN
5. Dining Near TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN
5-1. Tokyo Gyoza Stand Oolong
5-2. Uoriki Sushi
5-3. good spoon pizzeria & cheese
Summary
1. What is fripSide?
（引用：Warner Music Japan「fripSide」/https://wmg.jp/fripside/）
fripSide is a music unit founded by Satoshi Yaginuma in 2002. Operating under the concept of "the revival of digital J-pop," the unit has released numerous theme songs for TV anime series and video games. Here, we'll trace the history of fripSide across three distinct eras.
1-1. fripSide Era 1
Era 1 was the period when the unit was active as a duo consisting of vocalist nao and Satoshi Yaginuma. Yaginuma formed fripSide with nao in 2002. The unit topped the annual rankings on the indie music platform muzie, which led to a partnership with game developer Visual Arts. On July 16, 2008, they made their major label debut with "flower of bravery," the theme song for the TV anime Koihime†Musō, reaching No. 26 on the Oricon charts. nao remained with fripSide until March 2009.
（出典：fripSide OFFICIAL SITE「PROFILE」/https://fripside.net/profiles）
1-2. fripSide Era 2
Era 2 was the period when Yoshino Nanjō served as the vocalist. In October 2009, Yaginuma welcomed Nanjō to the unit and relaunched fripSide with the theme song for the TV anime A Certain Scientific Railgun. This song, "only my railgun," gained widespread recognition and significantly raised fripSide's profile in the anime song scene. On March 18, 2017, to mark the unit's 15th anniversary, fripSide held a solo concert at Saitama Super Arena, with all reserved seats selling out in advance. The unit also successfully performed a solo concert at Yokohama Arena.
（出典：fripSide OFFICIAL SITE「2017年3月18日 fripSide さいたまスーパーアリーナ単独公演決定！」/https://fripside.net/contents/521692）
（出典：fripSide OFFICIAL SITE「PROFILE」/https://fripside.net/profiles）
1-3. fripSide Era 3
Era 3 is the unit's current lineup, featuring Mao Uesugi and Hisayo Abe as twin vocalists. Uesugi was selected as the top winner of the "Satoshi Yaginuma Lisani! Audition" in 2012. Abe is known for her clear, transparent vocal tone, which Yaginuma himself described as "a miraculous singing voice." On August 26, 2026, the unit released their album "infinite Resonance 4," featuring 14 tracks in total.
（出典：fripSide OFFICIAL SITE「PROFILE」/https://fripside.net/profiles）
2. fripSide's Signature Songs and Anime Tie-Ups
（引用：NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan「fripSide ARTIST LIST」/https://nbcuni-music.com/fripside/artistlist/ ）
Many of fripSide's songs have been used as opening themes for TV anime series. Their signature track "only my railgun" is known for its fast-paced digital sound, and many fans first discovered the unit through its use in anime. Here, we'll introduce three of fripSide's most representative songs.
2-1. only my railgun
"only my railgun" is the opening theme for the TV anime A Certain Scientific Railgun and is fripSide's most iconic song. Released in 2009 when Yoshino Nanjō joined the unit, it became the song that brought fripSide to wide public attention. Satoshi Yaginuma has noted that the track has a tempo of around BPM 130, which was considered fast for an anime song at the time of its release. In 2019, the unit was also chosen to perform the theme song for the third season of the same anime series. The song has been covered by many artists, and some listeners have discovered the original track and its anime through those covers.
2-2. sister's noise
"sister's noise" is the opening theme for the TV anime A Certain Scientific Railgun S. Released on May 8, 2013 as fripSide's 6th single, it debuted at No. 1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart dated May 20. It is one of the defining songs of Era 2, the period when Yoshino Nanjō served as vocalist. The lyrics, composition, and arrangement of "sister's noise" were all handled by Satoshi Yaginuma.
2-3. Red Liberation
"Red Liberation" is a single from Era 3 fripSide and serves as the opening theme for the TV anime The Troubled Life of Miss Vampire who is a Shut-in (Hikikomari Kyūketsuki no Monmon). It was released on October 11, 2023 as the unit's 21st single. The single contains four tracks in total: "Red Liberation," the coupling track "more than you know," and instrumental versions of both songs.
3. Overview of the fripSide Tachikawa Concert
（引用：TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN/https://www.t-sg.jp/）
fripSide will perform a concert at TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN in Tokyo on January 11, 2027. To commemorate their appointment as Tickets in Japan ambassadors, special ticket packages will also be available. Here is an overview of the Tachikawa concert, covering the date and venue as well as the ticket options.
3-1. Concert Date and Venue
The Tachikawa concert will be held at TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN on January 11, 2027. The official tour name is "anime blast presents fripSide Concert Tour 2026-2027 -infinite Resonance 4- supported by animelo." The Tachikawa date is the fourth stop on a tour that began with the Shibuya concert in September 2026.
・Date January 11, 2027 (Monday) ・Venue TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN, Tokyo ・Doors Open / Show Starts Doors: 4:30 PM / Show: 5:30 PM ・Tickets in Japan Ticket Price Tickets in Japan Exclusive fripSide Acrylic Omamori (lucky charm) Ticket ¥11,500 |
3-2. Tickets in Japan Exclusive Ticket Package
The Tickets in Japan exclusive ticket package is priced at ¥11,500 and includes a Tickets in Japan limited-edition fripSide acrylic omamori (a traditional Japanese lucky charm) — a special keepsake to commemorate the live concert. Tickets in Japan is a ticket sales service for international visitors to Japan, available in three languages: English, Traditional Chinese, and Korean.
Purchase tickets here
https://www.ticketsinjapan.com/en/events/anime_fripside2601/
4. How to Get to TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN
（引用：TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN/https://www.t-sg.jp/）
TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN is an 8-minute walk from JR Tachikawa Station. If you're using the Tama Monorail, it is a 7-minute walk from Tachikawa-Kita Station.
From Shinjuku Station, the journey to Tachikawa Station takes approximately 25 minutes via the JR Chuo Line Rapid (Chuo Special Rapid or Ome Special Rapid). If you're staying near Shinjuku Station, you can reach the nearest station to the venue in about 30 minutes. After exiting through the north exit of Tachikawa Station, follow the signs for GREEN SPRINGS to reach the venue.
TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN does not have a dedicated parking lot for attendees. Please make your way to the venue by train, Tama Monorail, or other public transportation. The venue has approximately 2,500 seats, making it the largest hall in the Tama area. Since doors open at 4:30 PM for the Tachikawa concert, we recommend enjoying a meal at one of the restaurants in GREEN SPRINGS before the show.
5. Dining Near TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN
（引用：GREEN SPRINGS/https://greensprings.jp/shop/tokyogyo-zastand_oolong/）
GREEN SPRINGS, where the venue is located, is home to a variety of restaurants perfect for a meal before or after the concert. The Tachikawa concert doors open at 4:30 PM, and all three restaurants introduced below are open into the evening. You can enjoy a great meal either before or after the show. Here, we'll introduce three dining options within GREEN SPRINGS.
5-1. Tokyo Gyoza Stand Oolong
Tokyo Gyoza Stand Oolong is a Chinese restaurant where you can enjoy handmade gyoza (pan-fried dumplings) crafted by a Michelin-starred chef, paired with craft beer. The restaurant is located on the first floor of the E3 area in GREEN SPRINGS. Hours are 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with last orders at 10:00 PM. Expect to spend approximately ¥1,000–¥1,500 for lunch and ¥3,000–¥4,000 for dinner. Takeout is also available, making it a convenient stop even if you're short on time.
Tokyo Gyoza Stand Oolong GREEN SPRINGS Tachikawa
5-2. Uoriki Sushi
（引用：GREEN SPRINGS/https://greensprings.jp/shop/uoriki/）
Uoriki Sushi is a sushi restaurant where you can enjoy fresh nigiri made with seafood delivered directly from Toyosu Market and fishing ports across Japan. It is directly operated by Uoriki, a fresh fish specialty store founded in Tachikawa, and serves seasonal ingredients throughout the year. The restaurant is on the first floor of the E3 area in GREEN SPRINGS, and is open from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with last orders at 9:00 PM. The restaurant has 54 seats including private rooms, and reservations are accepted.
Uorikizushi Gurinsupuringusuten
5-3. good spoon pizzeria & cheese
good spoon pizzeria & cheese is an Italian restaurant where you can savor house-made fresh cheese and wood-fired pizza. The restaurant has an on-site cheese workshop and serves dishes that have gone viral on social media, including burrata bolognese and pizza. It is located on the second floor of the E2 area in GREEN SPRINGS, and is open from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with last food orders at 9:00 PM. On weekdays, lunch last orders are at 3:30 PM and dinner service begins at 4:00 PM.
goodspoon pizzeria & cheese 立川店
Summary
fripSide, now an ambassador for Tickets in Japan, is a music unit that has evolved through three distinct eras since their founding in 2002. nao led vocals in Era 1, Yoshino Nanjō in Era 2, and Mao Uesugi and Hisayo Abe serve as twin vocalists in Era 3 — together releasing anime theme songs including "only my railgun" and more. The January 11, 2027 Tachikawa concert will be held at TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN, an 8-minute walk from JR Tachikawa Station.
Tickets in Japan sells tickets to sporting events and concerts for international visitors to Japan. The Tachikawa concert will be offered as a special ticket package that includes a signed fripSide acrylic omamori. If you're looking for a truly memorable live experience, be sure to check out Tickets in Japan.
※ This article is based on information available as of October 2026.
