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

BirirabiriraHajime Todoroki (ReGLOSS)

Biri-Labi Lira (Hajime Todoroki SOLO)

Hajime Todoroki, who performs as a member of the VTuber group ReGLOSS.

Her fourth solo single, released in August 2025, is a dance track with cool, resonant synth sounds.

The lyrics—conveying a strong will to “keep pushing forward no matter what”—pair perfectly with the energetic beat! With a catchy, uplifting melody, it’s an EDM tune you’ll want to play when you need a boost.

Deep ForestKing&Prince

Deep Forest

This is a song by King & Prince that drew attention because member Kaito Takahashi penned the lyrics himself.

The track is included on their 17th single, “What We Got ~Kiseki wa Kimi to~ / I Know,” released in August 2025.

As the title suggests, its allure lies in a mysterious, delicate world—like exploring a quiet forest deep within the heart.

You can vividly picture the protagonist, lost in doubt and inner conflict, desperately searching for a faint glimmer of light.

It’s the perfect song for nights when you want to face yourself deeply or sink into quiet contemplation.

ShuraYorushika

Shura

Inspired by Kenji Miyazawa’s poetry collection “Spring and Asura,” this work exudes a sense of literary depth.

The song portrays someone who carries loneliness and inner conflict, yet by giving voice to those feelings and singing them out, a spring breeze stirs in the heart and they begin to move toward renewal.

Suis’s crystalline vocals beautifully capture the delicate fluctuations of that inner world.

Released in August 2025, the track was chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “We Still Don’t Know the Rules of That Star.” It might lighten your heart when you want to face yourself.

A world where the sun does not riseAimer

A World Where the Sun Never Rises – A World Where the Sun Never Rises

This is a song by Aimer, written as the theme for the anime film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle Arc Part 1: Akaza Returns.

The dual-theme arrangement with LiSA also drew attention.

The song portrays a steadfast will and heartfelt prayer to keep fighting for what one wants to protect, even in a lightless, desperate situation.

Aimer’s uniquely resonant vocals intertwine with the sweeping strings to grip the listener’s heart.

It’s sure to resonate not only with Demon Slayer fans but also with anyone seeking the strength to face forward in the midst of adversity.

Immoral SummerNogizaka46

Nogizaka46 “Immoral Summer” Music Video

This is a Nogizaka46 track whose passionate sound evokes the blistering heat of summer, layered with a hint of illicit romantic impulse.

It’s included on their 39th single, “Same numbers,” released in July 2025.

The lyrics, where curiosity about a more mature world intersects with a dangerous pull that seems ready to cross the line of common sense, embody a bold worldview that only an Under track can express.

It’s guaranteed to lift your spirits when you want to break free from the everyday!

I Like ItKvi Baba

Kvi Baba / I Like It (Music Video)

Rapper Kvi Baba, known for his melodious flow, is drawing attention.

This track is featured on the album “Shout Out to Jesus,” released in August 2025.

It’s a song that expresses straightforward love for someone special.

The light, upbeat production by BACHLOGIC and the gentle chorus create a joyful mood.

The lyrics affirm the tenderness found in everyday life, and just listening is sure to fill your heart.

A heartwarming hip-hop tune, perfect for spending time with someone important.

TemperanceMAS-RAO

[Original MV] Temperance / MAS-RAO (Rei) [Shellin/Leos/Oliver/Rikichi/Nijisanji]

This track, notable for its majestic yet decadent sound, comes from MAS-RAO, a special project unit formed by members of NIJISANJI.

Lyrics by Joe Rikiichi and composition by tatsuo.

Despite the title’s nod to “temperance,” the song unfolds a forbidden tale where desire and loss swirl together.

Evoking the tragic motif of the mythic Icarus, it powerfully conveys the anguish of characters who draw close yet can never become one.

Immerse yourself in the dark, beautiful world this work weaves.