This Wednesday (March 4), Arashi released the digital single “Five”, their first new song in approximately five years and five months, since “Party Starters”, released in October 2020. The track arrives as part of the preparation for the farewell tour “ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2026 in Japão. The title “Five” makes direct reference to the group’s five members — Satoshi Ohno, Sho Sakurai, Masaki Aiba, Kazunari Ninomiya and
The song was specially created for the final tour, with lyrics and arrangement that highlight the essence of Arashi’s characteristic J-pop, including solo parts and moments of unison singing. Fans can access the track on streaming and download platforms starting at midnight (Japanese local time) on the day of release. The single marks the group’s return to new production after a long period of hiatus from new musical activities.
Members’ impressions of the new track
Satoshi Ohno described the song as something that perfectly captures Arashi’s style. Ele highlighted the authenticity of the track by stating that it represents what the group has always been about.
Kazunari Ninomiya commented on the nostalgic nature of the song. Ele mentioned the emotion of hearing the five singing together again after so long.
Masaki Aiba expressed deep satisfaction with the result. Ele classified the song as pure J-pop and said he felt intense joy when listening to it.
Members’ reactions and expectations for the tour
Jun Matsumoto showed immediate enthusiasm for the track. Ele said he was looking forward to hearing her live during the tour shows.
Sho Sakurai emphasized the elements that make music special. Ele invited fans to pay attention to the individual solo parts and the impact of the five members’ collective singing.
The track reinforces the emotional connection with the audience. The members’ comments show how “Five” was designed to celebrate the bonds built over the years.
Physical version details and additional content
The CD version of the single “Five” will be exclusive to the Famikura Store online store. The product will be available for purchase from May 31st, coinciding with the end of the group’s activities.
The package includes the official music video for the song. Imagens behind-the-scenes footage of the recording will also be part of the extra material on the CD.
This will be the first time in about six years that Arashi has released a song in physical format. The last one was “Kite”, in 2020.
Farewell tour and launch context
“ARASHI LIVE TOUR 2026 We are ARASHI” will tour five major domes at Japão. The shows start at Sapporo between March 13th and 15th and continue through Tóquio, Nagoya, Fukuoka and Osaka, with the final date scheduled for May 31st at Tokyo Dome.
The digital single arrives just days before the start of the tour. The strategy allows fans to assimilate new music before hearing it live in concert.
The launch reinforces the group’s historic moment. Após the hiatus, “Five” serves as a bridge between the past and the definitive goodbye.
Initial reception among fans
The fan community reacted positively to the track on social media. Muitos highlighted the classic sound of Arashi, with nostalgic and energetic elements at the same time.
Comments point to the emotion of hearing the five members’ voices together again. The song has been described as a final gift for those who followed the group’s trajectory.
The track gained immediate prominence on digital platforms. The recording teaser released before the release increased the expectations of admirers.
Meaning of title and composition
The number five represents not only the members, but also the strength of the union maintained for decades. The composition seeks to convey gratitude to the fans who remained by the group’s side.
The lyrics emphasize shared memories and the value of ongoing support. The musical production prioritizes harmonies that refer to the characteristic sound of Arashi.
The music avoids excessive experimentalism. Ela maintains the accessible pop identity that marked the quintet’s career.
