New Enka Single Release [January 2025]
In January 2025, a fresh breeze has begun to blow through the enka world.
While honoring tradition, a wave of new songs incorporating modern arrangements and innovative expression is capturing the hearts of enka fans.
Warm, heartfelt vocals and lyrics with a timeless resonance seem to strike a chord with those seeking solace amid their busy lives.
Here, we present standout tracks where enka’s eternal allure merges with a new vitality.
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New Enka Song Releases [January 2025] (11–20)
Foolish Love SongHitomi Hayase
Hitomi Hayase’s “Gurenka” is a number that sings of the pain of love.
Lyrics themed around regret and lingering attachment seep into the listener’s heart.
Released on January 1, 2025, the work is imbued with Hayase’s feelings as she makes her restart.
Recommended for those troubled by love or standing at a crossroads in life.
Why not spend some time facing your own feelings along with this song?
A Solo Journey NorthKohei Kusunoki
Kohei Kusunoki’s debut single, which captures the emotions of a heartbroken woman, has been released.
The CD will be released by Nippon Crown in January 2025.
The coupling track, “Onna no Waltz,” overflows with a Showa-era vibe and is an absolute pleasure to listen to.
The protagonist’s journey north, retracing places of cherished memories, is deeply moving.
Kusunoki’s captivating falsetto further enhances the poignant lyrics.
Highly recommended for times when you want to overcome the pain of heartbreak or feel the urge to set out on a journey.
Always ~ I want you to be with meJunretsu
A gem of a song by Junretsu will gently wrap your heart in warmth.
As if someone dear were by your side, the vocals softly heal loneliness and sorrow.
A melody that tenderly embraces those small moments of solitude you feel in everyday life.
It will surely deepen the feelings you hold for someone special.
Featured on the single “A Miraculous Love Story,” released in January 2025, this piece is perfect for those moments when someone suddenly comes to mind—please give it a listen.
T-shirt and hoodieJunretsu
A heartwarming, soul-stirring song from Junretsu! Featured on the single “A Miracle Love Story,” released in January 2025, this track pairs a lively rhythm and melody with lyrics that celebrate the small joys of everyday life and the bonds with those we cherish.
Wrapped in kindness, the words will warm the listener’s heart.
Perfect for relaxed moments with family and friends, or when you want to express gratitude to someone special.
If you’re looking for music that warms the heart, don’t miss this.
Michinoku Pure Love SongMizuki Hayama
A work that depicts the pure love of a woman who keeps waiting, sung lightly by Mizuki Hayama.
Set against the scenery and culture of Yamagata, its aching emotions are expressed with rich feeling.
Released in December 2024, the song features lyrics by Makiko Suga and composition by Wakiru Hijikawa, infused with Hayama’s love for her hometown.
The lyrics weave in beautiful images of the Tohoku region—such as the Mogami River, the sound of weaving looms, and snowy landscapes—leaving a deep resonance in listeners’ hearts.
This piece is recommended for anyone who wants to reaffirm their feelings for someone dear amid busy days.
Together with Hayama’s clear vocals, why not experience the preciousness of pure love?
In conclusion
January 2025’s enka scene was filled with the radiance of many new songs.
From works that cherish tradition while venturing into new forms of expression, to tracks marking significant milestones since debut, the stories each singer weaves are deeply moving.
Memories, love, feelings for family, and hopes for the future—these voices, resonating beyond time, will surely bring moments of comfort to the heart.