[October 2025] The latest J-Pop releases. Check out the hottest new tracks!
In Japan’s music scene, countless songs are released every day—not only through digital distribution but also on CD, with music videos often premiering on YouTube ahead of time.
Exploring new J-pop releases is exciting: you can check out buzzworthy tracks like theme songs from dramas and anime, discover new songs from popular artists, or stumble upon music by up-and-coming acts you haven’t heard of yet.
In this article, we’ll introduce a carefully curated selection of recommended tracks chosen by our editorial team from the myriad of new releases.
We’ll be covering many works, so if any song catches your interest, be sure to give it a thorough listen!
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Latest J-Pop releases (191–200)
Seven Soul Style!!!SneakerStep Prod.STPR MUSIC
A track by the group SneakerStep, who emerged from STPR, showcasing their skillful performance to the fullest.
Over a fast dance beat, the members’ rap and spoken lines crisscross breathlessly—it’s truly a blast! The lyrics express a powerful resolve to take the next step together with the listeners.
Released in August 2025, this piece is perfect for when you want to get hyped—the exhilarating pace will lift your energy!
KILL LOVEano
Following the second album “BONE BORN BOMB,” this double A-side single track was released in the artist’s fifth anniversary year.
You can’t help but be drawn into the lyrics, which depict the sweet wish to hold a loved one forever alongside the fierce urge to destroy everything on impulse.
Many listeners may relate to the cry of intense obsession born from loneliness.
It’s a piano rock number with a noisy guitar sound that lingers in your ears.
Good job.Kent on this side
Released in August 2025 to mark Kocchi no Kento’s third debut anniversary, this work is a heartwarming anthem born from his own experience of repeatedly losing to himself.
Even if you can’t become your ideal self, the lyrics affirm that this, in fact, is your true self—an encouraging message that will likely resonate with many in today’s world where comparisons are hard to avoid.
The playful sound, highlighted by a jaunty three-three-seven whistle rhythm, adds extra charm.
It’s a track filled with Kocchi no Kento’s gentle warmth.
Onomatopoeia ISLANDTatsuro Yamashita
A heartwarming number by Tatsuro Yamashita that fuses the glittering allure and refined sensibility of city pop.
Released for streaming in September 2025, it was selected as the theme song for the Netflix series “Pokémon Concierge.” The lyrics gently wrap the listener in the joy of finding a cherished presence long sought after.
Onomatopoeic expressions are sprinkled throughout, vividly painting the scenery of an island paradise.
The stop-motion music video featuring 16 Pokémon is also a must-see.
When your heart feels a little tired, this song is sure to soothe you.
Latest Japanese music releases (201–210)
Beloved (feat. Shinnosuke)mountain monkey
A heartfelt number that moves you with love directed toward an irreplaceable presence.
It’s a track by Yamazaru, known for a style that fuses J-POP and hip-hop, released in September 2025.
This work features Kokoronosuke, an artist Yamazaru had long hoped to collaborate with.
The theme centers on his beloved dog, revealing a warm bond that proves you’re truly connected at heart even without words.
The unconditional love and gratitude that fill you just by having them by your side come through plainly in the duo’s gentle vocals.
PremaFujii Kaze
Fujii Kaze, the singer-songwriter who has won numerous awards for “Love All Serve All” and now enjoys worldwide acclaim.
“Prema” is the title track from his all-English album released in September 2025.
Born from his guiding principle of “creating songs that feel classic,” the piece is truly a prayer through music.
True to its title—Sanskrit for “supreme love”—it unfolds a grand, expansive world.
The lyrics, which sing of universal love, quietly stay by your side when you want to face yourself.
Lend your ears to its sacred sound.
Assaulted by a love song＝LOVE
=LOVE is an idol group produced by Rino Sashihara.
Their 19th single, “Attacked by a Love Song,” set for release in October 2025, is a cute track about the impulses of love, featuring Maika Sasaki in the center position.
With an earnest message—wanting their feelings to be noticed even if their love is exposed—it vividly captures the exhilaration right before a romance begins.
The protagonist, swept away by a sudden rush of emotion, evokes listeners’ sweet and bittersweet memories.