[October 2025] The latest J-Pop releases. Check out the hottest new tracks!

Before I forgetNEW!Vaundy

Before I forget

Released in September 2025 as the CM song for Tokyo Metro’s “Find my Tokyo.” campaign, this piece is a ballad that overlays cityscapes with shifting memories.

Set against the backdrop of twilight, it conveys a poignant desire to grasp fading recollections before they slip away, caught between dreams and reality.

The gentle vocals, airy sound, and a structure that cherishes pauses and lingering resonance create a soothing feel.

It’s a perfect track for anyone who wants to hold treasured memories close to their heart.

Chaotic Wacha Life!NEW!FRUITS ZIPPER

[First-Ever Live Performance Video] FRUITS ZIPPER “Hachamecha Wacha Life!” / FRUITS ZIPPER Road To TOKYO DOME ~Hachamecha Wacha Live!~

Starting in October 2025, Hachamecha Wacha Life! was chosen as the opening theme for Crayon Shin-chan, and it’s an energy-packed piece.

This track brilliantly fuses the love they’ve had for Crayon Shin-chan since childhood with their signature NEW KAWAII aesthetic.

The lyrics carry the message: “Let’s freely enjoy every day!” Its bright, upbeat vibe appeals to a wide range of listeners, from kids to adults.

Be sure to take in its positive message!

AshNEW![Alexandros]

Ash

Released in September 2025, this song by [Alexandros] was written specifically as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime “Kijin Gentosho.” Characterized by a dark, weighty atmosphere conveyed entirely through English lyrics, it harmonizes beautifully with the grand narrative of a demon-man traveling through different eras.

The powerful guitar riffs and spatial sound design are also striking.

Immerse yourself in the expansive world of this Japanese-style fantasy.

PrologueNEW!Nornis

[Original Song MV] Nornis – Prologue [Inui Toko / Machita Chima]

Nornis, a unit formed by Nijisanji virtual livers Toko Inui and Chima Machita, released their 3rd single in October 2025.

It was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime “Material Collector’s Another World Travelogue.” This medium-tempo rock ballad is based on a band sound, sprinkled with the refreshing tones of folk instruments.

Its warm arrangement, where gentleness and strength coexist, evokes anticipation for a new world.

It’s an anime song that gives a supportive push to those about to embark on something new.

Underworld Halloween Night!NEW!Shirakami Fubuki

Underworld Halloween Night!

An exhilarating dance number set against the backdrop of Halloween and the Underworld.

Created by Hololive VTuber Shirakami Fubuki in October 2025, it was first unveiled during a 3D live performance celebrating her birthday.

The piece centers on a fantastical world—the Underworld deep beneath the Fubukingdom—and is sprinkled with enigmatic motifs like costumes and a forbidden box.

It’s a quintessentially Halloween electro-swing that blends thrills and fun in perfect harmony!

THE REVONEW!Porno Graffitti

THE REVO

Written as the opening theme for the TV anime My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON, this song marks the band’s first time handling a series theme in about nine years since “THE DAY” for Season 1 in 2016.

The lyrics, built around the keyword “revolution in the mind,” depict a resolve to overturn one’s values, conveying a level of intensity befitting the story’s final chapter.

With powerful vocals and a solid, driving melody that pushes you forward, it’s a rock number that symbolizes change and hope.

Flower of the battlefieldNEW!CHiCO with HoneyWorks

Flower of the Battlefield / CHiCO with HoneyWorks

“Senjō no Hana” (“Flower of the Battlefield”) was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “May I Ask for Just One Last Thing?”.

Its lyrics vividly depict inner impulses and conflicts, along with a strong determination to break free, and it stands out as a fiery rock number that differs from CHiCO with HoneyWorks’ usual heart-throbbing pop sound.

The guitar-driven, full-bodied production and CHiCO’s powerful vocals convey passion and defiance directly.

If you’re gearing up to face challenges, be sure to give it a listen!