Iris (stylized as i☆Ris) is a Japanese

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, formed in 2012 by

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. The group currently consists of five members: Saki Yamakita,

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, Yūki Wakai, and

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. The leader is Saki Yamakita. In addition to their music career, all members are also active as

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, most notably in the video game and anime series ''

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''. The group has also performed themes for the anime series '' Wise Man's Grandchild, Magical Girl Site,

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,'' and '' Twin Star Exorcists''.

History

The group was formed as a result of the that was held in 2012 (of the six successful candidates). On November 7, 2012, the group debuted with its first single titled "Color" (on the label

). Their third single "Rainbow" was released on August 21, 2013. On January 21, 2021, it was announced that Azuki Shibuya would graduate from the group on March 31. On November 7, 2022, during the "Iris 10th Anniversary Live~a Live~" concert, an

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film titled '' Iris the Movie: Full Energy!!'' was announced and premiered in Japanese theaters on May 17, 2024.

Members

Current members

* - Leader * * * *

Former members

Timeline

Discography

Singles

Albums

DVDs / Blu-ray Discs

References

External links

*
Profile
on the

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