[Nijika Ijichi cosplay] Bocchi the Rock! Subculture fan-art punk band assembly

This Bocchi the Rock! subculture fan-art group photo set is finally meeting everyone. Actually, several of us friends have been planning this set for a long time because we all love this work very much and really wanted to try this hardcore punk rock style. To recreate that atmosphere with a strong street feel and stage tension, we put a lot of thought into costume coordination and makeup styling.

As you can see, our outfits this time heavily utilize leather jackets, studs, metal chains, and strap elements. I am responsible for Nijika Ijichi this time; to fit the subculture rock feel, I added some personal interpretations to the character's classic look, such as a red-and-black plaid pleated skirt paired with a very prominent studded leather belt, cross straps on the legs, and thigh-highs, which, paired with heavy martens boots, aim to present a rebellious yet cool visual effect. Ikuyo Kita's shorts and leg garter design are also extremely eye-catching, retaining the character's energy while adding a bit of sexiness. Hitori Gotoh's cargo pants and Ryo Yamada's silver reflective pants made major breakthroughs in pattern and fit, making the overall team styling look much more layered. Trimming and styling the wigs also took a lot of effort, especially the various reflective-textured hairs, which had to maintain fluffiness and contour in front of the lens; fortunately, the final effect presented is very two-dimensional.

The atmosphere at the shooting site was truly amazing. Special thanks to Starburst Music for providing the venue and original instruments; you could say the accuracy is completely maxed out. With real guitars and drums, we were much more adept at posing, no longer just standing rigidly. The posture of holding the microphone, the look when playing the guitar, and even the details of fingers pressing strings—everyone strived to show the true state of a musician, making it clear it wasn't just a staged pose. Photographer nonono really knows how to capture our dynamics, and the control over light and shadow is also spot on. The red backdrop and wooden flooring, combined with the reflections on our leather jackets, create a texture with a strong Livehouse live performance feel.

As a fan-art creation, what we want to express is not only our love for the work itself, but also experiencing the joy of forming a band along the way. Posing on stage with friends and taking close-ups of each other—that tacit understanding and excitement are truly real. Every side we showed in front of the lens, whether cold or playful, is our understanding of this style. This shoot also gave me a new appreciation for styling with leather jackets and heavy metal elements; it turns out girls can look so handsome wearing these. I hope these photos can pass on our passion and record a pleasant rock time we spent at Starburst Music.