is a Japanese rock band formed on August 18, 2006. They consist of vocalist and bassist Margarette Hiroi, guitarist Katzuya Shimizu and drummer Kenzo. The name, which means "pilgrimage to eighty-eight places," is reminiscent of the Shikoku Pilgrimage. Their music combines elements of jam band, heavy metal, alternative, psychedelic and progressive rock styles. All lyrics are written by Hiroi and often contain references to religion, such as Buddhism or Shinto, and different yōkai. All albums are released through their own label, PPR.
The mascot character, who appears on numerous album covers, was created by Japanese animator and nicknamed .
They performed outside of Japan for the first time at Eurockéennes Music Festival in France, on July 7, 2019. On August 18, 2026, the band commemorated their 20th anniversary with a first-ever performance at the Nippon Budokan.
Members
Current – vocals, bass and lyrics (2006–present) Described on the official site as A native of Yoshida (now Uwajima, Ehime). He started playing the bass in junior high school, describing that time as "practicing until midnight and listening to music all night long." Briefly played in Green Milk from the Planet Orange until their disbandment in 2008. Also provided bass for the track "Alice" on the 2017 album Bootleg by Kenshi Yonezu. Has named Ningen Isu as one of his artistic influences; the two bands have also performed together once in 2014. His other favorite artists include King Crimson and Eastern Youth. His notable bass guitar design used in most of the band's first videos is a custom-made "Alien" model, crafted by Japanese guitar maker Nobuaki Hayashi (Atlansia).
Katzuya Shimizu – guitar (2006–present) Described on the official site as Learned classical piano as a child and started playing the guitar at age 15. Cites Steve Vai and Van Halen as the main influences on his playing style. Outside of band activities, he is giving guitar lessons and participating in recordings of other projects. Has provided guitar for the soundtracks of Nights of Azure and various Atelier video games by Gust.
– drums (2006–present) Described on the official site as A native of Ehime prefecture, Shikoku island. Started playing the drums in 5th grade. Named X Japan as having been one of the favorite bands to play to during his high school years. Briefly played in a band named in 2019.
Discography
Studio albums
+ List of albums, with selected chart positions Title Album details Track listing Peak positionsJPNOricon Released: August 18, 2010 Label: PPR Formats: CD 27 Released: August 18, 2011 Label: PPR Formats: CD 188 ○△□ Released: August 8, 2012 Label: PPR Formats: CD 76 0088 Released: September 11, 2013 Label: PPR Formats: CD 89 Released: August 8, 2014 Label: PPR Formats: CD 64 Released: August 18, 2015 Label: PPR Formats: CD 45 Released: August 18, 2018 Label: PPR Formats: CD 30 Released: August 18, 2021 Label: PPR Formats: CD/DVD 19 Released: May 2, 2025 Label: PPR Formats: CD 27"—" denotes items that did not chart.
Live albums
+ List of video albums, with selected chart positions Title Album details Peak positionsJPNOricon Released: 2014 Label: PPR Formats: СВ — Released: 2020 Label: PPR Formats: CD — "—" denotes items that did not chart.
Extended plays
+ List of extended plays, with selected chart positions Title Album details Track listing Peak positionsJPNOricon Released: April 29, 2009 Label: PPR Formats: CD — Released: August 8, 2009 Label: PPR Formats: CD —"—" denotes items that did not chart.
Singles
+ List of singles, with selected chart positions Title Album details Track listing Peak positionsJPNOricon Released: October 28, 2009 Label: PPR Formats: CD — Released: May 1, 2020 Label: PPR Formats: Digital— Released: April 16, 2022 Label: PPR Formats: Digital— Released: August 6, 2022 Label: PPR Formats: Digital— Released: December 3, 2023 Label: PPR Formats: Digital— Released: July 27, 2024 Label: PPR Formats: Digital— Released: September 17, 2024 Label: PPR Formats: Digital— Released: March 15, 2025 Label: PPR Formats: Digital— Released: August 1, 2026 Label: PPR Formats: Digital— "—" denotes items that did not chart.
Videos Video albums + List of video albums, with selected chart positions Title Album details Peak positionsJPNOricon Released: 2015 Label: PPR Formats: DVD — "—" denotes items that did not chart.
Music videos Song Director Releases YouTube Released: August 17, 2010 YouTube Released: August 17, 2011 YouTube Released: June 3, 2012 Takashi Taniguchi YouTube Released: September 11, 2013 Taro Maruyama YouTube Released: July 9, 2014 YouTube Released: August 17, 2015 YouTube Released: December 9, 2016 Mani Kato YouTube Released: February 3, 2017 Taro Maruyama YouTube Released: July 21, 2017 Mani Kato YouTube Released: December 26, 2017 Taro Maruyama YouTube Released: June 26, 2018 Mani Kato YouTube Released: July 5, 2019 Taro Maruyama YouTube Released: November 15, 2019 Mani Kato YouTube Released: December 24, 2019 YouTube Released: July 2, 2021 YouTube Released: February 23, 2023 YouTube Released: May 21, 2023 YouTube Released: July 26, 2024 Takashi Taniguchi YouTube Released: September 20, 2024 Mani Kato YouTube Released: March 15, 2025 Takayuki Kojima YouTube Released: December 6, 2025 X Released: August 1, 2026
Guest appearances Track Release Release artist feat. from 88Kasyo Junrei Lyrics: Margarette Hiroi Music: Released: June 17, 2015 Label: Low High Who? Format: CD , digital download DJ Rokugatsu by 88Kasyo Junrei Lyrics and music: The Band Apart Released: September 19, 2018 Label: Pony Canyon Format: CD , digital download Peaked at 22 on the Oricon Albums Chart Various by Lyrics: Satoshi Miki Music and arrangement: 88Kasyo Junrei Released: October 3, 2018 Label: Kioon Music Format: CD + DVD , CD , digital download Peaked at 56 on the Oricon Albums Chart by 88Kasyo Junrei Lyrics: Atsushi Sakurai Music: Hisashi Imai Released: January 29, 2020 Label: Victor Entertainment Format: CD
Acting performances
Appeared as a fictional band , with singer as the vocalist
References
External links Official site