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Yorushika is a highly popular and critically acclaimed Japanese musical duo known for their poetic lyrics, melancholic yet energetic melodies, and distinctive vocals. They are defined by their anonymous personas and conceptual storytelling.Formed in 2017, Yorushika consists of composer, lyricist, and instrumentalist n-buna (formerly a prominent Vocaloid producer) and vocalist Suis. They debuted under Universal Music Japan with the album "Dakara Boku wa Ongaku o Yameta" (That's Why I Gave Up on Music) in 2017. Their music often explores themes of youth, loss, memory, and literature, frequently structured around conceptual narratives across albums. Achieving massive commercial success and a dedicated fanbase, their song "Hana ni Bourei" was featured in the anime film "Bubble" (2022). Both members maintain anonymity, never revealing their faces publicly.

• Both n-buna and Suis maintain strict anonymity. They never appear in public or media without disguises (like hoods or masks), and their real names and faces are unknown to the public, focusing attention solely on their music.
• n-buna's background as a successful Vocaloid producer (using Hatsune Miku and others) on Nico Nico Douga before forming Yorushika significantly influenced their sound. The transition to using Suis's organic vocals marked a new phase.
• Their work is heavily inspired by literature, particularly Japanese authors like Kenji Miyazawa and Osamu Dazai. Album concepts often weave intricate stories, such as "Elma" exploring letters between two characters or "Plagiarism" delving into artistic creation and loss.
• Despite their relatively recent debut, Yorushika achieved phenomenal success incredibly quickly. Their albums consistently top the Oricon charts, and their 2019 single "Say It" became a massive hit, showcasing their mainstream appeal alongside critical respect.
• The reason behind their name "Yorushika" (which can loosely translate to "and so, night falls" or "well then, good night") has never been explicitly detailed by the duo, adding to their enigmatic image, though it evokes a sense of melancholy and closure.