[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 (31–40)
TRUE LOVENEW!Snow Man
The song Snow Man released in October 2025 is the lead track from the album “Onko Chishin.” It’s a work that carries the brilliance of classic J-pop and conveys a warm message themed around the small joys and miracles of everyday life, as well as gratitude toward loved ones.
The lyrics, which sing of moments like being captivated once again by the sight of your lover turning around at a meeting spot, and the preciousness of time that passes as a matter of course, communicate a deep, abiding love.
I think it’s perfect as background music for time spent with your partner or family.
Protect the LightNEW!Spitz
Released in October 2025 as a digital single—the first in about two and a half years—it serves as the opening theme for the TV anime SPY×FAMILY Season 3.
Masamune Kusano commented, “While it’s a work whose comical and cute depictions are fun, I wanted the song to face the sorrow that flows at the root of the story rather than run from it,” and true to his words, the sound beautifully captures a world where poignancy and hope intersect.
The rich arrangement, co-produced with Seiji Kameda, is also a highlight, with horn sections and organ adding vivid color.
It gently gives a push to the courage to protect what matters most.
Connect -season 03-NEW!ClariS
That legendary song, long celebrated as a classic of anime music, has been performed by ClariS in their new three-member formation.
It’s a self-cover of the track originally released in 2011 as the opening theme for the TV anime Puella Magi Madoka Magica.
The three-part harmonies preserve the original’s clarity while adding richer color and depth.
The lyrics, which sing of promises, hope, and resolve, perfectly match the timing of the unit’s fresh start.
I highly recommend it not only to those who were once moved by this song, but also to anyone who hasn’t heard it yet.
Happy Yummy Lucky YummyNEW!GANG PARADE
A song released by GANG PARADE as the opening theme for the anime “Debu to Love to Ayamachi to!” The lyrics were written by Yumeno Yua, capturing the positivity and cuteness of the anime’s protagonist, Yumeko.
The track’s catchy melody and the dramatic mid-song shift keep listeners engaged, and the more you listen, the more addictive it becomes.
Give it a listen when you want to feel positive or need an energy boost.
Scent of LoveNEW!Kazuyoshi Okamura
The duo Okamura-Kazuyoshi, formed by Yasuyuki Okamura and Kazuyoshi Saito, released their seventh single in October 2025.
It’s an upbeat pop love song that expresses feelings for a loved one in a positive way, with sparkling sounds that create a sense of euphoria.
The piece carries a message about wanting to feel true love even amid complicated human relationships.
Listening while thinking of someone you miss might warm your heart.
Latest Japanese music releases (41–50)
FLASH BACK!!!!!!!!NEW!Chevon
Released by Chevon in October 2025, this track is a powerful rock number that, as the title suggests, centers on the phenomenon of flashbacks.
It channels the pain of moments when memories and traumas you want to erase suddenly resurface, along with the determination to keep moving forward, all propelled by a driving sound.
The emotional vocals intertwine with fierce guitar riffs to create a sense of exhilaration.
It’s an uplifting, heart-stirring tune you’ll want to play when you’re striving to break free from your troubles.
My BodyNEW!HANA
This is a track HANA released in October 2025 as the theme song for Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s “BODY MAINTE” commercial.
Following the previous single “BAD LOVE,” member MOMOKA also contributed to the lyrics.
Centered on the powerful message that “your body is your own,” the song boldly celebrates autonomy and self-affirmation, unshaken by others.
The memorable phrase repeated from the intro stirs listeners’ hearts with the resolve to “take care of yourself.” Whenever you feel like you’re losing your sense of self, give this song a listen.