MAO Anime Gets New OP by 20th Century

Somen Halder Jun 18, 2026 0
MAO Anime Gets New OP by 20th Century

The second season of the TV anime 'MAO' based on the original work by Rumiko Takahashi has a new opening theme song, 'Bokura ga Overwrite Sekai', performed by 20th Century. This marks the first time in 26 years that the group, consisting of former V6 members Masayuki Sakamoto, Hiroshi Nagano, and Yoshihiko Inohara, has been involved in Takahashi's work since their time as V6.

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The Inspiration Behind the New Opening Theme

The song 'Bokura ga Overwrite Sekai' was written specifically for the anime 'MAO'. MHRJ was in charge of writing, composing, and arranging the song. This collaboration brings back memories of their work on 'Inuyasha', where they performed the opening theme song 'CHANGE THE WORLD' as part of V6.

A Look Back at 'Inuyasha'

To commemorate the opening theme, a non-credit opening video for the TV anime 'Inuyasha' that uses 'CHANGE THE WORLD' will be released for a limited time. The anime 'MAO' has been broadcasting on NHK General for two consecutive seasons since April, with the main character, Mao, played by Yuki Kaji.

TV Anime 'Inuyasha' Non-Credit Opening - V6 'CHANGE THE WORLD'

// FAQs

The new opening theme song for the second season of 'MAO' is 'Bokura ga Overwrite Sekai' by 20th Century.

20th Century, consisting of former V6 members, was last involved in Rumiko Takahashi's work 26 years ago, when they performed the opening theme song 'CHANGE THE WORLD' for the TV anime 'Inuyasha' as part of V6.

Yes, to commemorate the new opening theme, a non-credit opening video for the TV anime 'Inuyasha' that uses 'CHANGE THE WORLD' will be released for a limited time.
Tags: MAO 20th Century Rumiko Takahashi Inuyasha V6

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