Secret Base
A song that became the ending theme for Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day.
"Secret Base (Kimi ga Kureta Mono)" is a song by Japanese all-female band Zone, released as their 3rd single on August 8, 2001. It served as the ending theme for the anime series Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day.
- Release Date
- August 8, 2001
- Single Number
- 3rd
- Original Artist
- Zone
- Label
- Sony Music Records
- Oricon Peak (Original)
- #2
- JASRAC Rank (2002)
- #8
- Certification Year
- 2019
- Certification Level
- Triple Platinum
Verified Timeline
Lore & Background
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In Their Own Story
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Reader's Guide
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Did You Know?
- The song was originally composed and written by Norihiko Machida.
- Voice actresses Ai Kayano, Haruka Tomatsu, and Saori Hayami released two distinct versions of the cover: "10 Years After ver." and "Memento Mori ver."
- Silent Siren's 2015 cover was used as the theme song for the live-action television drama adaptation of Anohana.
- The original single included "Shin Boku wa Magma" as a B-side, featuring composition by Morika and lyrics by Zone.
- Voice actresses Asami Shimoda, Kana Asumi, Mako, Satomi Akesaka, Youko Honda, and Yu Kobayashi performed a version for the 2008 anime Kyō no Go no Ni.
Production Origins and Creative Team
The song was composed and written by Norihiko Machida. It was released as Zone's 3rd single under Sony Music Records on August 8, 2001, with "Shin Boku wa Magma" (composed by Morika with lyrics by Zone) as the B-side.
Narrative Arc and Emotional Core
Voice actresses Ai Kayano, Haruka Tomatsu, and Saori Hayami released two cover versions of the song on April 27, 2011: a "10 Years After ver." and a "Memento Mori ver." They were credited as their characters Meiko Honma, Naruko Anjo, and Chiriko Tsurumi.
Character Dynamics and Personal Growth
The cover single by Ai Kayano, Haruka Tomatsu, and Saori Hayami debuted at #10 on the Oricon Weekly Charts and #4 on the Billboard Japan Hot Animation Charts. In 2015, Silent Siren released a cover version as the B-side to their single "Hachigatsu no Yoru", which served as the theme song for the live-action television drama adaptation of Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day.
Franchise Expansion and Lasting Legacy
The original version by Zone reached #2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart. It ranked #8 in the top 10 nationwide songs of 2002 by JASRAC. In 2019, the song was certified triple platinum by the Japan Record Association.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who constitutes the Secret Base group?
It refers to the group of six childhood friends who formed a close bond in elementary school before tragedy separated them. The name comes from their favorite hideout, which served as the central meeting place for their adventures during that time.
Why did the original circle fall apart?
The circle fractured after the accidental death of their friend Meiko Honjo, leaving the surviving members burdened by guilt and unresolved grief. This trauma caused them to drift apart until they were forced back together years later.
What is the group's main goal in the story?
Their primary objective revolves around fulfilling the final wish of the deceased friend who appears as a ghost to Jinta. They must resolve her lingering attachment to this world so she can move on peacefully.
Where do the members primarily meet?
Most of their significant interactions take place at an old treehouse hideout located near a river, which symbolizes their shared past. This location serves as the physical anchor for their memories and eventual reconciliation.
How does the group's story conclude?
By summer's end, they successfully grant Meiko's wish and finally forgive themselves for the accident that caused her death. The friends reunite emotionally, allowing them to move forward with their lives without the weight of their past secrets.
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