DEXCORE has shared the heartbreaking news that bassist TO-RU passed away on September 19. A private funeral was held with close family members, and out of respect for their wishes, the cause of his passing will not be disclosed.

TO-RU’s final performance took place on September 17 at RAZOR’s event, Kamisori Make in Akabane Maisou GIGS. The band plans to resume live shows later this month, carrying forward TO-RU’s dream of performing at a large venue someday.

We’ve translated DEXCORE’s Japanese announcements into English, which you can find below. Please take a moment to read what the band shared about this sudden and tragic event.

: Bassist TO-RU

Bassist TO-RU first joined DEXCORE in the summer of 2007 with previous guitarist haku before leaving the band at the end of 2020. TO-RU then re-joined the band in 2023 for the band’s single Savior and stayed as a permanent member until his passing.

To all of DEXCORE’s supporters
On September 19, DEXCORE’s bassist TO-RU passed away.
We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the fans who supported him warmly, and to all the staff and related parties who took care of him during his life.
The funeral was conducted in the presence of close family members in accordance with the bereaved family’s wishes. Out of respect, we will refrain from disclosing any details. We also ask that you respect the pain and grief they are experiencing and refrain from making speculative comments or publishing any information. Instead, we kindly request that you offer them support.
The sudden news comes as a shock to the other members and staff, and they are overcome with deep sadness. However, DEXCORE intends to honor TO-RU’s wishes as “DEXCORE’s biggest fan, despite being a member”, by continuing the band’s activities and fulfilling his dream of playing a large venue someday.
September 22, 2025
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DEXCORE

Prior to the announcement, the band abruptly cancelled their appearances at the events “NEED FOR RESISTANCE”, “NEMOPHILLA PRESENTS Chihei Tensei Goku Douchu -Jigoku Fest-“, and “In The Family FEST 2025”. DEXCORE will resume live performances starting on October 10, at the double headline tour with NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST.

Regarding the resumption of live performances
Thank you for all of your kind messages.
As of October 10, DEXCORE will resume live performances.
Once again, we deeply apologize for any trouble or worry caused following our previous announcement.
Furthermore, we are truly grateful for the warm support and kind messages we have received from all of you.
It will take time to come to terms with our grief and heal.
We are also trying our hardest to move forward while carrying the weight of losing a loved one.
DEXCORE will proceed one step at a time, as we, the members and staff, believe the best tribute to TO-RU is to continue to bring you music.
We hope you will stay with us as our smiles continue to return.
We sincerely hope that you will continue to support us.
We start with this announcement, but please stay tuned for more announcements regarding performances and memorial events in the future.

We at JROCK NEWS send our deepest condolences to DEXCORE and their staff in this difficult time.