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Latest Japanese music releases [February 2025]

Latest Japanese music releases [February 2025]
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Latest Japanese music releases [February 2025]

From movie theme songs to esports anthems to chilled tracks that blew up on social media, the new Japanese releases of February 2025 paint an astonishingly diverse sonic landscape.

Soothe your heart with a crystal-clear breakup ballad, kindle your fighting spirit with loud rock, or feel the warmth with a tender love song.

Each track released this month embraces a different emotion, adding fresh color to our everyday lives.

In this article, we introduce a selection of gems that will resonate with your heart.

Latest Japanese music releases [February 2025] (1–10)

Maybe.KizunaAI

KizunaAI “Maybe” Official Music Video
Maybe.KizunaAI

This is a track that marks a new chapter for Kizuna AI, restarting after a three-year hiatus.

An innovative pop song that blends dance music with indie and band sounds.

The lyrics, filled with the joy of reunion and anticipation for the future, give you the courage to step into a new world.

Crossing the boundary between digital and real, this piece is a must-listen for anyone seeking fresh entertainment.

kaiju (giant monster)Sakanakushon

An ambitious work themed around the pursuit of knowledge and truth, crafted with deep insight and passion.

Sakanaction wrote it as the opening theme for the NHK-aired anime Chi: On the Movements of the Earth.

It channels the strong will and inner conflict of those who seek the truth, brilliantly capturing the anime’s worldview.

The song’s dramatic progression is truly stirring.

The full-length version was released in February 2025, topped Billboard JAPAN’s rapidly rising songs chart, JAPAN Hot Shot Songs, and became a hot topic.

To fall like a roseAKASAKI

[AKASAKI] Fall With the Rose / Fall With The Rose (Lyric Video)
To fall like a roseAKASAKI

A gem of a heartbreak song with a storyline straight out of a romance film.

Released in February 2025, it features AKASAKI’s translucent vocals that beautifully capture the fleeting nature of love and parting.

The stylish sound arrangement pairs with a light, breezy melody, making it a very pleasant listen.

It has a way of lifting a downcast mood, just a little.

It’s a song that seeps into the heart—perfect for listening alone on a drive or during a quiet night.

The reason for deep breathingAqua Timez

Aqua Timez 'Reason to Breathe Deeply' Music Video
The reason for deep breathingAqua Timez

It’s a warm, uplifting rock tune.

Aqua Timez’s “The Reason to Breathe Deeply” was written specifically for NHK’s Minna no Uta to be aired in February and March 2025.

The song conveys the importance of stepping away from the hustle and bustle when you’re tired and taking time to face yourself.

It’s a gentle yet powerful track that feels like a reset button for the heart when you’re walking a difficult path.

Please give this emotional number a listen—it’s sure to resonate with those striving through their everyday lives.

THRIFTEDAyumu Imazu

Ayumu Imazu – THRIFTED [Music Video]
THRIFTEDAyumu Imazu

A heartwarming love song that layers the warmth of vintage clothing with the shape of love.

Created by Ayumu Imazu, the track is set for release in February 2025.

The demo, posted on TikTok ahead of time, drew attention after being used in dance videos by &TEAM and various influencers.

Set to a comfortable blend of acoustic guitar and bassline, it gently sings about the value of love.

A chill number that lets you unwind.

GRADUATIONSBACK-ON

GRADUATIONS (Theme song for V-Cinext 'Kamen Rider Gotchard GRADUATIONS')
GRADUATIONSBACK-ON

It’s a powerful cheer song that vividly colors life’s milestones.

Produced by BACK-ON, the track will be released in February 2025 and has been chosen as the theme song for Kamen Rider Gotchard GRADUATIONS.

It’s a rock-driven number where melodious vocals and rap fuse together.

The lyrics express gratitude to the companions who have walked alongside us and a resolve to take a new step forward.

This piece stands by you in moments of parting and offers hope for the future.

Let this song fire you up!

SCAPEGOATDUSTCELL

A dark fantasy that sharply portrays society’s shadows and sinfulness.

Released on February 26, 2025, this work was unveiled ahead of the 5th-anniversary debut concert at Nippon Budokan on March 3.

Within its introspective world, it weaves a uniquely weightless sound and a mysterious vocal presence into a highly artistic track.

The darkness that lurks within, loneliness, and a critical gaze toward society are intricately interlaced.

It’s perfect for nights of deep contemplation.

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