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

Azuiro BESTIE DAYSAZKi × Kazama Iroha

Azuiro BESTIE DAYS

The first original collaboration song featuring a tag team of VTubers active within hololive production was released in September 2025.

The singers are AZKi, a virtual vocalist who has been paving her own path in music, and Iroha Kazama, who serves as the bodyguard of the secret society holoX.

It also made waves because the popular creator collective Elements Garden handled the production.

The lyrics express heartfelt gratitude to an irreplaceable best friend and a strong bond of supporting each other even in difficult times.

The parts where they call each other’s names really convey how close they are, and just listening to it puts a smile on your face.

It’s a pop tune you’ll want to listen to with your dearest friends!

Shall we stay together?NEW!HOKUTO

HOKUTO – Shall We Stay Together, Just the Two of Us (Official Music Video)

A song released under the solo name of Hokuto Yoshino, who is also active as a member of THE RAMPAGE.

Selected as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime Futari Solo Camp, this work brims with warmth as it depicts peaceful moments spent in nature.

Its acoustic sound, tinged with country flavor, blends with R&B elements to evoke the sense of freedom of the outdoors.

It’s a perfect track for a calm weekend or for spending unhurried time with someone special.

3% and me.NEW!Lilia.

riria. / 3% and Me [Music Video]

Singer-songwriter Riria, who enjoys overwhelming support from younger generations mainly on social media.

Released in October 2025, this song was written as the opening theme for the BS TV Tokyo drama “Wakakozake Season 9.” Its lyrics, which express everyday fatigue and emotional wavering through the motif of alcohol, are a standout feature.

The airy sound that makes use of transparent synths and her emotional vocals are soothing.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you need to unwind at the end of the day.

RomanceNEW!Marcy

Romance

This is a song by Marcy, a three-piece rock band from Fukuoka.

Released digitally in October 2025, the track candidly expresses a longing that grows painfully strong and a wish to stay together forever.

As the narrator counts the things they love about the other person, their desire to fulfill this once-in-a-lifetime, special romance resonates in the heart alongside a warm melody.

The song was chosen as the theme for the fashion event TGC Kitakyushu 2025 and is also included on the album “Flavors,” released in November 2025.

It’s a heartfelt pop-rock tune recommended for anyone who’s experienced a bittersweet unrequited love or who feels happiness in everyday moments with someone special.

Like GravityNEW!BONNIE PINK

BONNIE PINK – Like Gravity

Many listeners will surely be moved by the delicate, emotionally resonant vocals.

This work portrays two people from different worlds being drawn to each other with the force of gravity itself, supporting one another and sharing irreplaceable moments.

Even while sensing a parting that may come someday, the lyrics express an earnest desire to cherish the present moment.

Released in September 2025, the song was chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime “Although I Am an Assassin, My Status Is Clearly Stronger Than the Hero’s.” BONNIE PINK herself delved into the original work and wrote the lyrics from the heroine’s perspective, which is truly wonderful.

It might be perfect to listen to when you want to reaffirm your bond with someone important.

cream sodaNEW!Oishikuru Melonpan

oishiku ru melonpan “Cream Soda” Music Video

A track from Oisicle Melonpan’s 10th mini-album “bouquet,” released in October 2025, marking the band’s 10th anniversary.

With its transparent melody and refreshing sound, this pop tune evokes bittersweet memories.

The groovy performance pairs perfectly with Nakashima’s gentle vocals.

Yet the lyrics tell a poignant story of waiting in a café for “you,” who never arrives.

Immerse yourself in the ensemble where exhilarating guitar-rock sound meets lyrical poignancy.

QueensNEW!＝LOVE

=LOVE (Equal Love) / 19th Single c/w 'Queens' [MV full]

=LOVE is a voice-actor idol group produced by Rino Sashihara.

This unit track, included on their 19th single “Attacked by a Love Song,” is a duet by Kiara Saito and Iori Noguchi, imbued with the determination to break existing values and create a new world.

The lyrics, where a noble drive to reach the top intersects with true feelings hidden behind a mask, bring a sense of liberation to listeners.

Dive into this dark worldview.