Takeuchi Mariya has announced that she will release a new album titled "TRAD" on September 3.

"TRAD" will be Takeuchi's first album since releasing "Denim" about 7 years and 3 months ago in May 2007. Her upcoming album will feature a total of 15 songs including "En no Ito", which was picked up as the theme song for NHK's morning drama 'Dan Dan'. The album's limited edition will come with a DVD containing PVs as well as unreleased live footage. 

In addition, Takeuchi will release her debut 35th anniversary single "Shizuka na Legend" on July 23. More details will be revealed at a later date. 

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