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.
Playlist
| Latest Japanese music releases [February 2025] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Road feat. ILL-BOSSTINOAK-69 |  play_arrow | AK-69’s adversity-overcoming rap song |
| 2east | To fall like a roseAKASAKI |  play_arrow | AKASAKI’s break-up song |
| 3east | my kilogramALL IN |  play_arrow | ALL IN makes their major debut with a cheer song |
| 4east | The reason for deep breathingAqua Timez |  play_arrow | A song to reset your mind when you're tired |
| 5east | THRIFTEDAyumu Imazu |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of the love and warmth of vintage clothing |
| 6east | Colorful DaysAee! group |  play_arrow | A lovely song that portrays a bittersweet romance |
| 7east | GRADUATIONSBACK-ON |  play_arrow | A Kamen Rider graduation song, filled with hope and gratitude |
| 8east | SpacecraftBE:FIRST |  play_arrow | BE:FIRST's new space adventure song |
| 9east | more than anyoneBE:FIRST |  play_arrow | Express a bittersweet love in a ballad |
| 10east | Ah, to reincarnate into youBEYOOOOONDS |  play_arrow | A song that expresses the feelings of unrequited love through “reincarnation.” |
| 11east | KaraBank Band |  play_arrow | I feel hope from Bank Band’s new release |
| 12east | It’s Brand NewCOLOR |  play_arrow | A gem of R&B as COLOR reunites for the first time in 18 years |
| 13east | normalConton Candy |  play_arrow | A moving work that gently sings of everyday happiness |
| 14east | SCAPEGOATDUSTCELL |  play_arrow | A dark fantasy song that depicts the shadows of society |
| 15east | I want to protect that smile.Daisuke Sakuma |  play_arrow | A moving song filled with love and gratitude for my/our fave |
| 16east | I like you, please.FRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age song about a girl who longs for an ideal romance |
| 17east | BROKEN GAMESFZMZ |  play_arrow | An anime opening theme that depicts the boundary between the game world and reality |
| 18east | Song of SteelersFear, and Loathing in Las Vegas |  play_arrow | A fusion track of electronica and metalcore |
| 19east | WATASHI PremiumGOODM!X PREMIUM |  play_arrow | Expressing multifaceted appeal with a new Tsubu Gummy collaboration song |
| 20east | DropHANA |  play_arrow | An encouraging song to accept imperfection and move forward |
| 21east | 7%Hikaru Iwamoto |  play_arrow | An electronic track that depicts the city at night |
| 22east | Ghost of First LoveJuice=Juice |  play_arrow | A song that engraves the memories of first love in the heart |
| 23east | taxiKEN MIYAKE |  play_arrow | A poignant love song about parting at a taxi stand |
| 24east | HEARTKing&Prince |  play_arrow | A classic love song full of hope |
| 25east | Maybe.KizunaAI |  play_arrow | Kizuna AI's new challenging pop song |
| 26east | Heart CollectorKnights |  play_arrow | Knights’ love-themed song, a beautiful piece that captures the heart |
| 27east | FinderKoji Mukai |  play_arrow | The feeling of thinking about someone far away reaches them |
| 28east | Flower Oiran feat. Medusa, E.V.P & IFELANA |  play_arrow | An energetic rap piece by four artists depicting women's empowerment and independence |
| 29east | For DecadesLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | Little Glee Monster’s J.League support song |
| 30east | Sounds goodM!LK |  play_arrow | Upbeat energy in M!LK’s new song |
| 31east | REACHING FOR THE SKYMAN WITH A MISSION |  play_arrow | MWAM’s 15th anniversary song |
| 32east | J.O.K.E.R.MAZZEL |  play_arrow | MAZZEL's defiant theme song |
| 33east | Midnight ReflectionNOMELON NOLEMON |  play_arrow | A space-themed pop tune. An insert song for Gundam. |
| 34east | winding roadNovelbright |  play_arrow | Expressing the confusion and anxiety at a crossroads in life through refreshing rock |
| 35east | Tropical TherapyONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Rock that heals the heart, a paradise for escaping reality |
| 36east | KAWASAKI with pH-1ONE OR EIGHT |  play_arrow | A hot collab track by ONE OR EIGHT and pH-1 |
| 37east | Better Half (feat. JEONGHAN of SEVENTEEN)Omoinotake |  play_arrow | A long-distance love song by Omoinotake |
| 38east | What’s HappeninPSYCHIC FEVER |  play_arrow | A refreshing love song by PSYCHIC FEVER |
| 39east | Human Factory -Electroformed Humans-Perfume |  play_arrow | Perfume’s new song became a hit as a movie theme song |
| 40east | gumROF-MAO |  play_arrow | Expressing the sentiments of contemporary society through a rock sound |
| 41east | But no loveRainy。 |  play_arrow | A song that expresses the feelings of a 16-year-old through dance |
| 42east | InductionRaul |  play_arrow | Raul’s original dance tune |
| 43east | Morning timeRen Meguro |  play_arrow | Snow Man’s warm, mid-tempo ballad |
| 44east | If only I could just come to hate you.Ryohei Ab |  play_arrow | A pop song that portrays the bittersweetness of unrequited love |
| 45east | snow moonRyosuke Yamada |  play_arrow | Ryosuke Yamada’s new winter-themed ballad |
| 46east | I — Because I can’t stopRyota Miyadate |  play_arrow | A passionate love song in the style of Showa-era kayōkyoku |
| 47east | You’re out of your mind.SCANDAL |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song by SCANDAL that portrays romantic feelings |
| 48east | Tick tack zackSKE48 |  play_arrow | A song by SKE48 that depicts the clock of love and the conflicts of the heart |
| 49east | The True Nature of TearsSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | SUPER BEAVER’s new song: a rock piece portraying inner conflict |
| 50east | White SpellShe is Legend |  play_arrow | An insert song that powerfully sings of loneliness and reunion |
| 51east | Toward Where the Sound RingsShota Watanabe |  play_arrow | A forward-looking pop number by Shota Watanabe of Snow Man |
| 52east | CHAMPiONSSiM |  play_arrow | SiM song, Apex official theme song |
| 53east | BarrierSixTONES |  play_arrow | A mixture rock themed around love for SixTONES |
| 54east | That’s how it always is.TENSONG |  play_arrow | TENSONG's new song resonates with young people |
| 55east | BURNTHE RAMPAGE |  play_arrow | Expressing passion and challenge in THE RAMPAGE’s new song |
| 56east | The Spider’s ThreadTHE RAMPAGE |  play_arrow | Expressing hope in overcoming adversity through a fusion of traditional Japanese instruments and trap music |
| 57east | iro iroTatsuya Fukazawa |  play_arrow | A gentle song that portrays a kaleidoscope of emotions |
| 58east | Say I doTravis Japan |  play_arrow | A moving ballad by Travis Japan that portrays pure love |
| 59east | Somebody help usVaundy |  play_arrow | A rock song depicting urban loneliness and anxiety |
| 60east | A.H.O.WEST. |  play_arrow | Recharge your energy with WEST.'s new song |
| 61east | shhhhhhh!!WEST. |  play_arrow | A refined love song, a TV drama theme song |
| 62east | Charisma feat. LEX & AwichYZERR |  play_arrow | A track with a powerful beat and a fusion of street vibes |
| 63east | pyramid[Alexandros] | ![pyramid[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Nqhr58oUxNk/default.jpg) play_arrow | A resolute will to move toward a powerful future expressed through rock |
| 64east | Only the two of us in this worldano |  play_arrow | ano's poignant song depicting a secret love |
| 65east | Under the big onionasmi |  play_arrow | The new ballad has been selected as a movie’s theme song. |
| 66east | Nachtindigo la End |  play_arrow | indigo la End releases a drama theme song |
| 67east | I stillmilet |  play_arrow | milet’s new song, a moving piece that serves as a film’s theme song |
| 68east | realmiwa |  play_arrow | miwa’s new song, a heartwarming anime ending theme |
| 69east | Vermillionsumika |  play_arrow | A hopeful song packed with sumika’s passion and love |
| 70east | ON & ONtofubeats |  play_arrow | tofubeats' new song 'ON & ON' is awesome. |
| 71east | seesawtuki. |  play_arrow | A delicate love song that projects the ups and downs of romance onto a seesaw |
| 72east | front-facing camerawacci |  play_arrow | Looking back on memories with a lover in wacci’s new song |
| 73east | Shizuku (feat. indigo la End)yama |  play_arrow | Expressing complex feelings toward a loved one in an emotional way |
| 74east | BURNyama✕WurtS |  play_arrow | Music of the soul where passion and fighting spirit intersect |
| 75east | medicineYuika |  play_arrow | A love song likened to medicine is creating a huge buzz! |
| 76east | Sketchaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon to perform the theme song for a Doraemon movie |
| 77east | Unable to become an adultkujira |  play_arrow | A theme song that warmly portrays anxious young people |
| 78east | miss-dystopiasoko ni naru |  play_arrow | A composition with a profound narrative quality, where intensity and tranquility are in harmony |
| 79east | Good fortune comes to a cheerful home.Doutsuitare Honpo |  play_arrow | A pop tune that lifts your spirits with Kansai-dialect humor |
| 80east | DRESSING ROOMnatori |  play_arrow | Natori’s free dance tune |
| 81east | Doki itnaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | An anthem for a new life, the courage to face forward |
| 82east | horsetailnishina |  play_arrow | A ballad that gives you courage, expressing the beauty and growth of life |
| 83east | Oops, gotta dash!buisupo! |  play_arrow | A rousing pop song that breezily sings about the hardships of living |
| 84east | humorKitanitatsuya |  play_arrow | Tatsuya Kitani’s new song sings of love and farewell |
| 85east | To you who didn’t choose meKoresawa |  play_arrow | A song that expresses the pain of heartbreak in a pop way |
| 86east | will be fine feat.AnlyGosuperāzu |  play_arrow | A ballad by The Gospellers and Anly |
| 87east | kaiju (giant monster)Sakanakushon |  play_arrow | Sakanaction, a powerful theme song of the pursuit of truth |
| 88east | Dream Taxipirafu seijin |  play_arrow | A sophisticated piece themed around the city nightscape |
| 89east | Welcome! ~See you in Japan~Rōjī Kuronikuru |  play_arrow | Rosy Chronicle shares the charms of Japan with the world |
| 90east | What Is Your Secret?Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring love song that depicts the secrets of everyday life |
| 91east | Zero IgnitionUesugi Mao |  play_arrow | A rock song that sings of the resolve to move toward hope |
| 92east | Beyond nostalgiaNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | A wistful graduation-themed ballad, with Yuki Yoda as the center |
| 93east | Valentine Showdownnozomi |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the feelings of love on Valentine’s Day |
| 94east | Love at double speedBoku ga mitakatta aozora |  play_arrow | Youth romance song, center: Hitoe Yagi |
| 95east | inferiorTomioka Ai |  play_arrow | A pop song about learning to love yourself |
| 96east | So heavyChiba Yūki |  play_arrow | A track included on Yuki Chiba’s album STAR |
| 97east | bergamotTomonari Sora |  play_arrow | A retro-futuristic city pop that portrays urban loneliness |
| 98east | joy, anger, sorrow, and pleasureMasuda Takahisa |  play_arrow | An ambitious work that depicts the fluctuations of human emotions |
| 99east | purplejoōbachi |  play_arrow | An inspiring song by Queen Bee that portrays gratitude and bonds |
| 100east | Phone NumberIwatatakanori |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song by Takanori Iwata |
| 101east | Which one?Saitō Burazāzu |  play_arrow | A humor-packed message song by twin pro wrestlers |
| 102east | Transparent mapSaitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | Kazuyoshi Saito’s new song gently depicts a turning point in life |
| 103east | Orbital PeriodHoshimachi Suisei |  play_arrow | Suisei’s new song, a grand melody that portrays bonds |
| 104east | I don’t care what happens anymore.Hoshimachi Suisei |  play_arrow | Suisei Hoshimachi’s Gundam insert song |
| 105east | EurekaHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino's new song, jazz fusion |
| 106east | Abyssy of the HeartTsukino Mito |  play_arrow | A children's song that eerily transforms |
| 107east | Nightmare SyndromeSakurazaka46 |  play_arrow | A song that expresses dark romantic feelings through a nightmare |
| 108east | Nothing specialSakurazaka46 |  play_arrow | The importance of moving forward in everyday life |
| 109east | UDAGAWA GENERATIONSakurazaka46 |  play_arrow | Sakurazaka46's new song expresses a thirst for freedom |
| 110east | A kiss is all I want, okay?nekomata okayu |  play_arrow | Nekomata Okayu’s love song included on the album |
| 111east | Well doneIkuta Erika |  play_arrow | A song that looks forward between ideals and reality |
| 112east | You and Idol Precure♪ Light Up!Ami Ishii, Akane Kumada, Chihaya Yoshitake |  play_arrow | Anime OP, a hopeful song of love and dreams |
| 113east | Boo…raisan |  play_arrow | A modern person's cry from the heart in the face of criticism |
| 114east | SCHOOL DAYSshiritsu ebisu chūgaku |  play_arrow | A song of anticipation and determination for a new life |
| 115east | An unfinished love song I’ve been working on foreverHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | A ballad depicting the gentle love of a married couple |
| 116east | BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A grand song that sings of courage and hope with bow and arrow |
| 117east | Versailles – Versailles –ayaka |  play_arrow | Theme song for a theatrical anime singing Ayaka’s love and freedom |
| 118east | PLAYER 1Ryokushokushakai |  play_arrow | A message song with a strong will to move forward |
| 119east | voiceHitsuji Bungaku |  play_arrow | A cheery anthem by Hitsujibungaku: defying fate and facing forward |
| 120east | aloeFunatsu Mahiro |  play_arrow | A song that portrays an ambiguous relationship that’s more than friends but not quite lovers |
| 121east | Delicious Survivorhanabie |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that depicts courage and bonds |
| 122east | AnubisRinu |  play_arrow | A grand electronic track guided by a god of the underworld |
| 123east | Bravery DanceYukihana Ramii × Aario Oorio e Peperonchiino |  play_arrow | Anime theme songs cheer you on in life! |
| 124east | A heart in love dancesOnda Masanori |  play_arrow | Expressing the joy of love through Masanori Onda's gentle singing voice |
| 125east | I don’t mind if you’re a little devil!takane no nadeshiko |  play_arrow | A pop tune that brightly expresses feelings of love |
| 126east | Specially, do it.＝LOVE |  play_arrow | =LOVE's new love song |
| 127east | You Are the InspirationMakihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | A song whose warm vocals by Noriyuki Makihara resonate in the heart |