The popular “Crayon Shin-chan” television anime series is set to debut a new theme song, “Hacha Mecha Wacha life!”, performed by the rising idol group FRUITS ZIPPER. The new opening will begin airing on October 4, marking the first change in the anime’s theme song in five years.
Fruits Zipper to Bring “NEW KAWAII” to Kasukabe
FRUITS ZIPPER, a seven-member Japanese idol group, was formed in 2022 under ASOBISYSTEM’s KAWAII LAB. project. The group’s concept, “from Harajuku to the world,” aims to transmit “NEW KAWAII” culture globally. Known for their catchy tunes and energetic performances, the group quickly gained popularity, especially after their second digital single, “Watashi no Ichiban Kawaī tokoro,” went viral on TikTok.
The members of FRUITS ZIPPER include Amane Tsukiashi, Karen Matsumoto, Mana Manaka, Yui Sakurai, Noel Hayase, Luna Nakagawa, and Suzuka Chinzei. Their involvement with “Crayon Shin-chan” is expected to introduce their “NEW KAWAII” sound to an even broader audience, including the anime’s global fanbase.
The New Theme Song: “Hacha Mecha Wacha life!”
The title of the new theme song, “Hacha Mecha Wacha life!”, suggests a lively and chaotic yet fun atmosphere, perfectly aligning with the mischievous antics of five-year-old Shinnosuke “Shin-chan” Nohara. This collaboration follows Ketsumeishi’s “Superstar,” which debuted as the opening theme in 2020.
The Enduring Popularity of Crayon Shin-chan
“Crayon Shin-chan,” created by Yoshito Usui, is a long-running Japanese manga and anime series that first appeared in 1990. The anime adaptation, produced by Shin-Ei Animation, has been broadcast on TV Asahi since 1992 and boasts over 1200 episodes. The series has garnered immense international popularity, with dubs in 30 languages airing in 45 countries.
Shin-chan’s Global Impact
The mischievous kindergartener, Shinnosuke Nohara, and his family have become cultural icons. The franchise extends beyond the television series to include numerous animated movies, with the 31st feature film, “Eiga: Crayon Shin-chan: Oratachi no Kyoryu Nikki,” winning the Best International Animated Feature Film award at the ANN Awards 2025. The character “Shin-chan” also received the “Best Animated Licensed Character” award, highlighting the series’ enduring appeal and potential for future IP development. The anime’s popularity is particularly strong in regions like India, where it has been broadcast seven days a week for 19 years.
The introduction of FRUITS ZIPPER’s new theme song is another exciting development for the beloved “Crayon Shin-chan” franchise, promising to inject fresh energy into the long-running series for both new and existing fans.
