Overseasidol.com — Japanese idol group Sakurazaka46 has released the music video for their latest single “Unhappy Birthday Koubun” which is set to officially drop on October 29.
Alongside the MV premiere, the group also launched the song for early streaming and digital download.
The MV was directed by Masaki Watanabe (maxilla), marking his first collaboration with Sakurazaka46.
The video portrays a complex mix of emotions surrounding the theme of “celebrating and being celebrated on one’s birthday,” expressed through a stylishly dark and artistic lens.
With dynamic camera work and a variety of vivid scenes, the visuals capture both the song’s speed and its emotional tension.
This single also highlights third-generation member Yuu Murai, who takes the center position for the first time.
Her powerful solo dance performance adds intensity to the video, making it impossible to look away.
With the full picture of Sakurazaka46’s 13th single “Unhappy Birthday Koubun” now revealed, fans are witnessing the start of a bold new chapter in the group’s artistic evolution.
The group’s growth and determination promise to light up the rest of 2025 with energy and innovation.
