Legend Channel Episode 12 Now Available! Guests: Media Artist Yuki Anai and Shinjiro Nishino, Representative of GASBON METABOLISM

Episode 12 of “Legend Channel – Lege-chan,” a podcast program that explores the “legends” who have supported the worlds of music and sound, is now available.

This time, we visited an exhibition by Mr. Anai held at GASBON METABOLISM, an art complex located in Yamanashi.

After the exhibition, we spoke with Mr. Anai and Mr. Nishino, the representative of GASBON METABOLISM.

They shared fascinating stories about the exhibition and the relationship between the two of them.

Interviewers:
Isao Kumano, CEO of PHONON Inc.
Motoaki Sayama, CEO of Nice Company Inc.

🎧 The episode is now available on the official Legend Channel website!
https://niceinc.jp/legendchannel/topic/110

Legend Channel Episode 11 Now Available! Guests: Japanese Taiko Drummer Hiroyuki Hayashida and Mr. Kondo of Hokuriku Color Form

Episode 11 of “Legend Channel – Lege-chan,” a podcast program that explores the stories of “legends” who have supported the worlds of music and sound, is now available.

This episode features world-renowned Japanese taiko drummer Hiroyuki Hayashida and Mr. Kondo, an engineer at Hokuriku Color Form Co., Ltd.

Through a series of wonderful connections, we had the opportunity to speak with both of them in Kanazawa.

Mr. Hayashida has dedicated himself to the pursuit of Japanese taiko, while Mr. Kondo has pursued advanced carbon technology.
We had the pleasure of hearing many fascinating stories from these two individuals, each of whom has carved out their own path in their respective fields.

Interviewers:
Isao Kumano, CEO of PHONON Inc.
Motoaki Sayama, CEO of Nice Company Inc.

🎧 Now available on the official Legend Channel website!
https://www.niceinc.jp/legendchannel/topic/105

Legend Channel Episode 10 is now available! Guest: Yu Miyashita

pisode 10 of Legend Channel, a podcast program that explores the stories of “legends” who have supported the worlds of music and audio, has now been released.

This episode is presented as part of the “Funky Patrol” project, welcoming electronic musician Yu Miyashita as the guest.

We spoke in depth with Miyashita, an internationally active sound designer and composer, about the origins of his musical journey, his career to date, and the ideas behind his current creative work and activities.

Interviewers
Isao Kumano, CEO of PHONON Inc.
Motoaki Sayama, CEO of Nice Company Inc.

🎧 Now streaming on the official Legend Channel website!
https://www.niceinc.jp/legendchannel/topic/104

“Dubbing Show! Special Talk with Isao Kumano” Released

A special interview video has been released ahead of the headphone live event “Dubbing Show!”, which will be held at STUDIO AMPLITUDE in Sapporo on Friday, June 5, 2026.

Musician Akira Inoue interviews PHONON CEO Isao Kumano, introducing the story behind the birth of PHONON and the concept of “Dubbing Show!”.

“Dubbing Show!” is a headphone live & overdubbing session by Akira Inoue and violinist Chieko Kinbara.

We hope you enjoy the video and experience this unique live performance through PHONON headphones at the venue as well.

Date: Friday, June 5, 2026
OPEN 18:00 / START 18:30
Venue: STUDIO AMPLITUDE
Admission: Advance Reservation ¥6,000
Limited to 20 guests / Ticket reservations available

💻 STUDIO AMPLITUDE Website
https://studio.amplitude.co.jp/movie_dubshow2026/

Legend Channel Episode 9 Now Available! Featuring Jyoji Ide

The 9th episode of Legend Channel, a podcast interview series featuring legends from the worlds of music, sound, and instruments, is now available.

This episode’s guest is Jyoji Ide, a photographer and visual creator. Since the 1970s, he has continued documenting the rock scene and has photographed many renowned bands and artists, including RC Succession, Kai Band, and Y.M.O.

In this interview, we visited Mr. Ide at his home and spoke with him about how he first began photographing rock bands, as well as the shooting environment of that era. His stories offer a rare and vivid perspective on the rock scene of the time.

Interviewers
Isao Kumano, CEO of PHONON Inc.
Motoaki Sayama, CEO of Nice Company Inc.

🎧 Listen now on the official Legend Channel website:
https://niceinc.jp/legendchannel/topic/103

Legend Channel Episode 8 Now Available! Featuring Takashi Kokubo

The 8th episode of “Legend Channel”, a podcast program featuring interviews with legendary figures in the world of sound, is now available.

This time’s guest is Takashi Kokubo, an environmental composer and sound designer who has pursued a distinctive creative path over many years.

In this episode, we visited “SAGE,” Mr. Kokubo’s private studio, which he has built and maintained over the years as a base for both creation and research. Designed as an environment for deep immersion in sound, the studio reflects his unique philosophy on the relationship between nature, sound, space, and consciousness.

The interview was conducted around “Cyber-kun,” a special head-shaped microphone used in Mr. Kokubo’s original 3D recording system, “Cyberphonic.” We spoke with him about his distinctive approach to perceiving sound as a three-dimensional experience, the ideas behind it, and the trajectory of his work.

Mr. Kokubo is also widely known as the creator of the earthquake early warning buzzer sound used on mobile phones. In this interview, he also discusses the production process behind that sound and the design philosophy involved in creating a sense of tension and urgency.

This is a must-listen episode not only for those involved in music and audio, but also for anyone interested in the relationship between sound and space.

Interviewers
Isao Kumano, CEO of PHONON Inc.
Motoaki Sayama, CEO of Nice Company Inc.

🎧 Now available on the official Legend Channel page
https://www.niceinc.jp/legendchannel/topic/102

Legend Channel Episode 7 Now Available! Featuring Ken Saito

The 7th episode of “Legend Channel”, a podcast series featuring legendary figures in sound and music, is now available.

This episode welcomes Ken Saito, a true legend who has helped shape the world of recording and sound.
In this interview, he shares rare and insightful stories, including how he first met PHONON representative Isao Kumano, as well as behind-the-scenes episodes from the production of reference CDs.

From his deep involvement in the recording world to the thoughts and trial-and-error behind development, this episode offers a valuable glimpse into the experience and philosophy of someone who has supported the world of sound from its foundations.

Please enjoy this special interview with one of the key figures behind PHONON’s development.

Interviewers
Isao Kumano, CEO of PHONON Inc.
Motoaki Sayama, CEO of Nice Company Inc.

🎧 Now available on the official Legend Channel page
https://niceinc.jp/legendchannel/topic/100

Legend Channel | Inter BEE 2025 On-site Report Part 2 Now Available!

The latest episode of Legend Channel, a podcast program featuring interviews with legends and specialists in sound, is now available: Inter BEE 2025 On-site Report Part 2.

In this second part, we bring you a series of on-the-spot interviews conducted on Friday, November 21, 2025, the final day of Inter BEE 2025. Set against the vibrant atmosphere of one of the industry’s leading professional audio exhibitions, this episode highlights emerging technologies, new products, and the voices of people actively working in the field.

It is a must-listen for those who were unable to attend Inter BEE in person, as well as for anyone who may have missed visiting certain booths.

This episode features interviews with:

• Rei Sawada of Media Integration, Inc.
• Shuichi Sasaki of Used Net Co., Ltd.
• Hisao Nomura of GENELEC
• Akio Miyadera of Volt Ampere Co., Ltd.

Each guest shares unique perspectives and deep expertise from their respective fields, offering valuable insights into professional audio, technology, and craftsmanship.

The article also looks back on the exhibition presence of Nice Company and PHONON at Inter BEE, and expresses gratitude to the many visitors who stopped by. It also shares a forward-looking message about continuing to create many new products in 2026.

Please enjoy the program.

Interviewers
Isao Kumano, CEO of PHONON Inc.
Motoaki Sayama, CEO of Nice Company Inc.

🎧 Now available on the official Legend Channel website.
https://www.niceinc.jp/legendchannel/topic/99

Legend Channel Episode 4 Now Available! Featuring Mr. Yasuo Kita, President of Studio Equipment Co., Ltd.

“Legend Channel”, a podcast program featuring interviews with legendary figures in the world of sound, has released its 4th episode.

This time, the guest is Mr. Yasuo Kita, President of Studio Equipment Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1986, Studio Equipment Co., Ltd. has earned a strong reputation among professionals in the industry for its wide-ranging work, including the design and construction of professional video and audio studios, system installation, manufacturing of studio equipment, and import and sales of audio devices. Mr. Kita himself has also supported the industry for many years, having launched his own business in 1977 specializing in the maintenance of imported professional audio equipment.

In this interview, we spoke in depth about noise control, an essential topic in acoustic construction, as well as Mr. Kita’s well-established views and insights cultivated through his extensive experience in the field. The episode also touches on his personal approach to maintaining good health, something he continues through his passion for off-road motorcycling.

We hope you enjoy this valuable conversation with Mr. Kita, who has long been a driving force in the audio industry.

[Interviewers]
Isao Kumano, CEO of PHONON Inc.
Motoaki Sayama, CEO of Nice Company Inc.

🎧 Now streaming on the official Legend Channel website
https://www.niceinc.jp/legendchannel/topic/93