TEMARI

TEMARI is the third original single by Ninomae Ina'nis. The song is an art pop track that depicts Ina as the last survivor of five individuals, exploring her character's lore. It features dramatic orchestration with huge string arrangements that intensify toward the finale. LUMINA served as both lyricist and MV director, deeply shaping the narrative and visual direction of this lore-significant piece.

The track stands as one of the most thematically ambitious works in Ina's discography, bridging her character narrative from VIOLET through to the broader Ninomae cinematic universe. Released on December 29, 2024, TEMARI premiered to immediate acclaim from the community for its sophisticated arrangement and cinematic music video that brought the song's ominous narrative to life.

Creative work on TEMARI began with a deep dive into Ina's character lore, specifically the Myth storyline that places her within the broader hololive universe. LUMINA wrote lyrics about isolation, responsibility, and the burden of survival, aiming for a poetic narrative that stands on its own while enriching the established canon. Seibin's composition, sweeping orchestral arrangements with rich string passages building toward an overwhelming crescendo, was the perfect vehicle.

The music video was built as a steady visual escalation. It opens with intimate, introspective moments: quiet scenes that establish Ina's character and emotional state. As the song progresses and the orchestration intensifies, the visuals correspondingly escalate in scale and intensity. The final section features massive orchestral swells paired with grand, overwhelming visual imagery that mirrors the lyrical themes of duty and determination. Every shot was designed to reinforce the song's emotional journey and lore significance.

The collaborative relationship between LUMINA and Ina was central to the creative process. Throughout production, LUMINA worked closely with Ina to ensure that both the lyrics and visual narrative authentically represented her character's perspective and emotional arc, resulting in a work that feels both personally meaningful and thematically cohesive.

TEMARI represents a significant evolution in Ninomae Ina'nis's musical and narrative identity. Released on December 29, 2024, the track immediately resonated with fans and the broader hololive community for its ambitious scope and thematic depth. The art pop composition, paired with LUMINA's introspective lyrics and cinematic direction, made a work that steps past the usual music video conventions — essential viewing for anyone following Ina's character arc.

On February 2, 2026, TEMARI was included as the third track on Ninomae Ina'nis's debut EP "re:VISION" (CVRD-695), released alongside VIOLET and TAKO∞TAKOVER as part of a comprehensive collection of Ina's original works. The track stands as one of the most lore-significant pieces in Ina's discography, bridging her character narrative from VIOLET through to the Ninomae cinematic universe. LUMINA has helped carry that shared creative vision from the very beginning.