Japanese actor and musician Yoichi Oizumi is marking 30 years in entertainment with a special EP arriving August 12. "Arigatou Shika Gozaimasen" (Nothing But Gratitude) brings together an impressive roster of collaborators who each contributed original tracks.

The EP's lineup reads like a who's who of Japanese music. Yuzu's Yosito Kitakawa penned "Hiza Kozou," while Sukima Switch delivered "Minna no YEAH!!!" Ikura, the YOASOBI vocalist and songwriter, wrote the deeply personal "Nantei Koto Nai Hibi" (Ordinary Days). Jazz pianist Makoto Ozone rounds out the featured artists with "Welcome to Arena."

The full tracklist also includes "Killer Tune!" and "Kagerō," bringing the total to six songs. Limited and standard editions will be available, with the deluxe version including a Blu-ray disc.

Oizumi has worn many hats throughout his three-decade career. The Hokkaido native rose to fame through the variety show "Suiyōbi dō Desho?" as part of theater unit TEAM NACS, before establishing himself as a serious actor. He earned a Japan Academy Prize nomination for his lead role in "Detective is in the Bar" and has since appeared in numerous acclaimed films including "Erased," "Kaminarimon: A New Interpretation of the Three Kingdoms," and "This Is Not What I Expected," plus major TV dramas like "The Imposters" and "Kamakura-dono no 13-nin."

His musical endeavors have grown alongside his acting career. He previously hosted the NHK Red and White Song Festival for three consecutive years starting in 2020 and appeared as a performer in 2023's edition.

The anniversary project reflects both Oizumi's influence across Japan's entertainment industry and the genuine connections he's built with fellow artists. Each collaboration feels intentional—pairing his work with musicians who represent different facets of contemporary Japanese music, from rock to pop to jazz.