Latest J-Pop Releases [January 2025]

Good luck to me tomorrow.Nanawo Akari

Good Fortune to Tomorrow’s Me / Nanawo Akari

It’s a heartwarming number packed with energy and kindness.

The song, performed by Nanawo Akari, is set for release in January 2025.

It was selected as the ending theme for the TV anime “I’m a Guild Receptionist, but I Don’t Want Overtime, So I’m Going to Solo the Boss.” With its bright, poppy melody, it conveys the beauty of valuing yourself.

Listening to this track somehow helps you relax your shoulders and feel hopeful about tomorrow.

It’s recommended for when you’re worn out from busy days or need a boost of energy.

snakeYorushika

Snake

This song depicts a snake yearning to know the outside world.

Yorushika’s “Hebi” explores a deep theme of thirst for knowledge and growth.

Released in January 2025, it was chosen as the ending theme for the anime “Chi: On the Movements of the Earth.” n-buna’s delicate composition and suis’s translucent vocals beautifully elevate the philosophical lyrics.

The song’s worldview overlaps brilliantly with humanity’s pursuit to understand the Earth’s motion.

Be sure to enjoy it alongside the anime.

Sunflower That Wants to DieShinsei Kamattechan

Shinsei Kamattechan "I Want to Die, Sunflower" Music Video

This song uses metaphor to express the anguish of living.

This work by Shinsei Kamattechan is included on the album “Danchi Thesis,” released in January 2025.

Its unique world blends a sense of collapse with inner screams, leaving a sharp impression.

The chaotic yet nostalgic sound arrangement lingers in your ears and mind.

Recommended for times when you want to face your inner self or let out unpleasant feelings.

It’s a track that lets you fully savor Shinsei Kamattechan’s musicality.

PlazmaKenshi Yonezu

Plazma

It’s a work with a grand world-building and a profound message.

It’s a song by Kenshi Yonezu, released in January 2025 as the theme for the theatrical anime Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning-.

The lyrics center on challenge and hope, paired with energetic musicality.

It’s crafted to resonate with themes the Mobile Suit Gundam series has explored over the years—war and peace, and personal struggle.

If you’re striving to keep looking forward amid days of conflict, give it a listen.

Lie Rai Lie RaiMYERA

MYERA “Lie ライ Lie ライ” Official Music Video

A song that resonates deep in your heart and shakes your soul.

Set to be released as MYERA’s debut single in January 2025.

Riding a powerful beat, it sings of the resolve to confront a world of illusion, and as you listen, courage wells up inside you.

With the concept of “STAY REAL,” it’s packed with the feelings of five people pursuing their true selves.

It might make you want to face the real you within.

Magic Hour&TEAM

Magic Hour

Magic Hour is a youthful pop song that blends poignancy with power.

It serves as the opening theme for the TV anime Honey Lemon Soda and was released in January 2025.

Titled after the beautiful moments of the sky around sunset and just before sunrise, its melody strikingly symbolizes a special time.

The way the arrangement shifts toward the latter half seems to reflect the protagonist’s growth.

It’s a perfect pairing with the anime, and also recommended for anyone who wants to reminisce about their youth.

Rock never dies22/7

22/7 14th single “Rock Will Never Die” dance video (Anime “The Unfavorable Job [Appraiser] Was Actually the Strongest” ending theme)

It’s a rock number that makes you want to bob your shoulders along and fills you with energy.

It’s a song by the idol group 22/7, released in January 2025.

Also serving as the ending theme for the anime “The Unfortunate Job: Appraiser Was Actually the Strongest,” the track features an energetic sound and a catchy melody line.

Just following the sound seems to make the haze clouding your heart disappear.

The message—“If you believe in yourself, you can change the future”—is really wonderful, too.

Highly recommended when you want to switch your mood.