The follow-up edition released on July 22, 2026 ranked No. 1 on the Oricon Weekly Enka/Kayo Single Ranking and No. 6 on the overall Oricon Weekly Single Ranking! (both dated August 3, 2026). Carrying the excitement of his sold-out concert tour into this release... this is the culmination of "singer Niihama Leon" in 2026!!! "New Beginning," his passionate 1st EP that further polishes his expressiveness, is now released as a Special Edition including three much-talked-about tie-up songs! In addition to appearances on major music programs, Niihama Leon has also gained strong support through information programs and events across Japan, with both his recognition and popularity continuing to rise. In 2025, he appeared on NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen for the second consecutive year and also received the Excellent Work Award at the Japan Record Awards, strongly highlighting his breakthrough. Now, Niihama Leon releases the Special Edition of his 1st EP "New Beginning" as a work that brings together the highlights of his 2026 activities. This release includes three tie-up songs: "LOVE Shinai?," written by Kocchi no Kento; "Iiwake Niner," broadcast on NHK "Minna no Uta" in February and March; and "Ai no FIRE," the new opening theme for the TV anime "Detective Conan," which drew major attention from its first broadcast. "Ai no FIRE" takes the rockiest approach in Niihama Leon's history, showcasing a new level of expression through the song. It has received a major response, including reaching No. 1 on YouTube's rising content "Hype" ranking within five days of its release, and has also drawn more comments than ever from fans saying they want to sing it at karaoke. Each edition also includes original songs recorded for BS-TBS "Sound Inn S," scheduled to air from 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 20, 2026. The program brings together first-class vocalists, sound makers (arrangers), and musicians under the concept of "high-quality sounds that transcend time and can only be heard here," delivering music that resonates across generations and genres. The songs "LOVE Shinai?" and "Subete Ageyo" have been given new appeal by a team of superb arrangers, and the release also includes "Blue Sky Blue," a famous song by Hideki Saijo, whom Niihama Leon deeply respects. With a satisfying lineup that allows listeners to fully enjoy the voice and expressiveness of "singer Niihama Leon," this unprecedented package lets fans hear the recordings ahead of the broadcast. Now that he has completed a concert tour across nine cities in Japan with all performances sold out, please look forward to this fulfilling work packed with Niihama Leon's appeal and future possibilities. The coupling track for the Power Minagireon Edition is "Subete Ageyo (Sound Inn S ver.)."