Overview
- He announced his exit on social media, citing recent personal losses and counsel from PlayStation pioneer Ken Kutaragi as influences on the timing.
- Harada said he has spent the past four to five years transferring responsibilities as well as Tekken’s stories and worldbuilding to the current team.
- Bandai Namco issued a statement committing to future development and content plans for Tekken 8 and to incorporating community feedback.
- He marked the news with a one-hour Tekken DJ-style mix released on SoundCloud as a parting gesture to fans.
- He is slated to appear as a guest at the Tekken World Tour Finals in Malmö, Sweden, at the end of January 2026.