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Mizuki Oomori Contributes Track to Aoi Kominato's New Album 'bouquet'

Aoi Kominato's new album 'bouquet', set for release on September 9, 2026, features a track titled 'Metasequoia' provided by Mizuki Oomori of Mrs. GREEN APPLE. The album, named after the Japanese term for 'bouquet', symbolizes gratitude and includes 10 songs with contributions from other artists.
Quick Facts
Who
Aoi Kominato
What
Aoi Kominato's new album 'bouquet' will be released on September 9, 2026
When
September 9, 2026 (album release date)
Where
Japan
- Aoi Kominato's new album 'bouquet' will be released on September 9, 2026
- Mizuki Oomori contributes the track 'Metasequoia' to the album
- The album 'bouquet' symbolizes gratitude and appreciation
- Kominato will celebrate 10 years of her singing debut on October 5, 2026
- Kominato performed at the 'CEREMONY' event and covered Oomori's 'Memento Mori'
Aoi Kominato, who will celebrate the 10th anniversary of her singing debut on October 5, 2026, has announced that her upcoming original album 'bouquet' will feature a track titled 'Metasequoia' provided by Mizuki Oomori of Mrs. GREEN APPLE. The song, named after the dawn redwood tree known for its beautiful autumn foliage and symbolic meaning of 'peace', is described as calm, dignified, and bittersweet.
The album, set for release on September 9, 2026, consists of 10 tracks and is named 'bouquet' to express gratitude and appreciation. Kominato commented that receiving song contributions feels like being entrusted with individual lives, which she carefully binds together into a bouquet to return her thanks. The album includes previously announced contributions from artists such as GLIM SPANKY and Sakura Fujihara.
Oomori and Kominato have deepened their friendship since a joint appearance on a music special program. Kominato recently performed at Mrs. GREEN APPLE's new entertainment media event 'CEREMONY', where she took part in a dramatic reading of Oomori's picture book 'Memento Mori' and covered his solo song of the same name, drawing significant attention.
The title 'bouquet' reflects Kominato's wish to offer a decade of gratitude to her fans through this collection of songs, each contributed by different artists and carefully woven together.
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Why This Matters
This collaboration between Mizuki Oomori and Aoi Kominato highlights the cross-pollination of talent in J-pop, offering fans a unique blend of heartfelt songwriting. For readers, tracking this release provides insight into the evolving sound of established artists as they celebrate milestones.
Timeline & Sources
Jun 18, 2026
WireAnnouncement that Mizuki Oomori contributed 'Metasequoia' to Kominato's album 'bouquet'
Sep 9, 2026
WireRelease of Aoi Kominato's album 'bouquet'
Oct 5, 2026
Wire10th anniversary of Kominato's singing debut