MAN WITH A MISSION’s newly written song “Issen” has been selected as the official promotional song for CAPCOM’s sword-fighting action game *Onimusha: Way of the Sword*.

A promotional video has been released, blending the song—written specifically to evoke the world of *Onimusha*—with the game’s intense sword-fighting action, along with a special, newly drawn collaboration illustration featuring the protagonist, Miyamoto Musashi, and the band members.

Additionally, a TV commercial narrated by Nobuhiko Okamoto, who plays the role of Iwao Sasaki, will begin airing on Friday, August 28, 2026!

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Onimusha × MAN WITH A MISSION New Song Details on “Issen”

MAN WITH A MISSION’s newly written song “Issen” has been selected as the official promotional song for the sword-fighting action game *Onimusha: Way of the Sword*, scheduled for release on Friday, September 4, 2026!

In addition to the release of original illustrations and a promotional video, a campaign offering a chance to win an original T-shirt will run until 1:00 PM on Friday, September 11, 2026.

Exclusive Collaboration Illustration and Promotional Video

A special, newly drawn illustration featuring the protagonist Miyamoto Musashi, sword in hand, alongside the five members—Tokyo Tanaka, Jean-Ken Johnny, Kamikaze Boy, DJ Santa Monica, and Spear Rib—against a backdrop filled with “Ultimate Life Form” hanging scrolls and traditional Japanese patterns!

The promotional video, “Sword-Fighting Action Edition,” fuses a high-energy rock track with intense sword-fighting action.

TV Commercial Narrated by Nobuhiko Okamoto

A TV commercial narrated by voice actor Nobuhiko Okamoto, who plays the role of Iwao Sasaki, will begin airing on Friday, August 28, 2026!

The commercial is also available online. Be sure to check it out!

MAN WITH A MISSION Profile

As a rock band consisting of five “ultimate lifeforms”—with the heads of wolves and the bodies of humans—they have performed theme songs for numerous TV commercials, anime series, dramas, and movies.

In 2023, they performed the theme songs for *Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Village of the Blade Smiths* with singer-songwriter milet on the collaborative tracks “Kizuna no Kiseki” and “Koikogare,” and starting in August 2026, they will release new songs for three consecutive months!

*The new song “Issen” is scheduled for release in the future.

Onimusha × MAN WITH A MISSION New Song “Issen” Collaboration Commemorative Campaign

We’re currently holding a campaign to celebrate the tie-in with the new song “Issen,” where a total of 30 winners will be selected via lottery to receive a MAN WITH A MISSION × “Onimusha: Way of the Sword” original T-shirt!

About the game “Onimusha: Way of the Sword”

Set in early Edo-period Kyoto, where bizarre, monstrous creatures known as “Genma” run rampant, “Onimusha” series.

Enjoy “the ultimate sword-fighting action” with slashing mechanics designed for a realistic sense of impact, unprecedented tactical exchanges from the clash of blades, and superhuman moves unleashed by the power of the demon!

*This press release contains information intended for the Japanese market. The content is subject to change without notice.

Onimusha × MAN WITH A MISSION: New Song “Issen” TV Commercial Airs Starting August 28!

Onimusha × MAN WITH A MISSION New Song “Issen”: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official promotional song for *Onimusha: Way of the Sword*?

It is the new song “Issen,” written specifically for this project by MAN WITH A MISSION. The song was composed to evoke the world of *Onimusha*.

When will the TV commercial begin airing?

Broadcasts will begin on Friday, August 28, 2026. The narration is provided by Nobuhiko Okamoto, who voices Iwao Sasaki, and the commercial is also available online.

When will the new song “Issen” be released?

It has only been announced that the song is scheduled for release in the future; the exact release date has not been disclosed.

How can I participate in the tie-in commemorative campaign?

To enter, follow the official “Onimusha” series X account (@onimusha_capcom) and repost the campaign post. The campaign runs from Thursday, August 27, 2026, until 1:00 PM on Friday, September 11, 2026.

What are the campaign prizes?

A total of 30 winners will be selected at random to receive an original MAN WITH A MISSION × “Onimusha: Way of the Sword” T-shirt.

When is the release date for the game “Onimusha: Way of the Sword”?

Scheduled for release on Friday, September 4, 2026. Supported platforms include PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Steam, Epic Games Store, and Nintendo Switch 2.

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