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| Karen na Ivory Unveils Full Details of Major Debut Single "Sore wa Sukitte Koto / Koi no Guidebook" Produced by HoneyWorks — First TV Performance Confirmed on “Buzz Rhythm 02” |
Idol group Karen na Ivory, whose sound production is helmed by the renowned creator unit HoneyWorks, has officially unveiled the full track list and cover artwork for their major debut single, “Sore wa Sukitte Koto / Koi no Guidebook”. The highly anticipated release is set for Wednesday, 4 June 2025, and will be available in multiple physical editions alongside digital releases.
The group has also announced their first appearance on terrestrial television following their major label debut. Karen na Ivory will perform the lead track “Sore wa Sukitte Koto” on Nippon Television’s popular music programme Buzz Rhythm 02 on Friday, 23 May.
Major Debut Single: Release Information
Title: Sore wa Sukitte Koto / Koi no Guidebook
Release Date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025
Sound Production: HoneyWorks
The double A-side single features a vibrant selection of tracks that blend pop sensibilities with emotional lyricism, a hallmark of HoneyWorks’ distinctive sound. “Koi no Guidebook” is already generating buzz as the ending theme for TV Tokyo’s Drama NEXT series “Yabusaka de Gozaimasen.”
7Pre-Release Digital Singles
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“Sore wa Sukitte Koto”
Listen: https://lnk.to/sorehasukittekoto -
“Koi no Guidebook” (Ending theme for TV Tokyo Drama NEXT “Yabusaka de Gozaimasen”)
Listen: https://lnk.to/koinoguidebook
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Editions & Track List
Special Edition [CD + Special Book + Trading Card]
Catalogue No.: CRCP-10485 | Price: ¥3,300 (excl. tax ¥3,000)
Tracks:
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それは好きってこと (Sore wa Sukitte Koto)
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恋のガイドブック (Koi no Guidebook)
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かわいい顔の小悪魔です (Kawaii Kao no Koakuma desu)
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最後のスピーチ (Saigo no Speech)
5–8. Instrumental versions of the above
Extras:
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Special Book: Featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes photos and annotated lyrics, a must-read for dedicated fans.
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Trading Card: One randomly included from 11 solo designs, showcasing individual members.
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First Press Limited Edition A [CD + DVD]
Catalogue No.: CRCP-10486 | Price: ¥2,750 (excl. tax ¥2,500)
Tracks:
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それは好きってこと
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恋のガイドブック
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かわいい顔の小悪魔です
4–6. Instrumentals
DVD Content: Special behind-the-scenes video (Part 1)
First Press Limited Edition B [CD + DVD]
Catalogue No.: CRCP-10487 | Price: ¥2,750 (excl. tax ¥2,500)
Tracks:
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それは好きってこと
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恋のガイドブック
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最後のスピーチ
4–6. Instrumentals
DVD Content: Special behind-the-scenes video (Part 2)
Standard Edition “Kareai Version” [CD Only]
Catalogue No.: CRCP-10488 | Price: ¥1,300 (excl. tax ¥1,182)
Tracks:
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それは好きってこと
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恋のガイドブック
3–4. Instrumentals
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First Terrestrial TV Appearance
To mark the milestone of their major debut, Karen na Ivory will appear on Nippon Television’s Buzz Rhythm 02, broadcast nationwide on Friday, 23 May 2025, from 25:44 to 26:44 (JST). They will perform the lead single, “Sore wa Sukitte Koto,” offering fans their first chance to see the group bring the song to life on screen.
Programme: Buzz Rhythm 02
Broadcast Date: Friday, 23 May 2025
Time: 25:44–26:44 JST
Website: https://www.ntv.co.jp/buzzrhythm/
Note: Broadcast times may vary depending on the region. Please refer to your local station’s schedule for details.