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Latest J-Pop Releases [May 2025]

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

In May 2025, a fresh breeze is sweeping through the music scene.

From electro-pop born out of hololive to heartwarming city pop and message-driven songs that resonate with the soul, an astonishing variety of tracks has emerged.

From addictive numbers that poppily sing about glitches in love to warm songs reflecting on youth, each piece radiates its own unique charm.

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the works of these richly individual artists.

You’re sure to find a song that strikes a chord in your heart!

Latest J-Pop Releases [May 2025] (71–80)

monsterPorukadotto Sutingurei

MAMONO

monsterPorukadotto Sutingurei

Created as a tie-in with TV Asahi’s Friday Night Drama, this distinctive track was made entirely with English lyrics.

Its dope, stylish sound pairs perfectly with an ominous, dark atmosphere, marking new territory for the band.

Set for release in May 2025, the 10th anniversary of Polkadot Stingray’s formation, it features a weighty sonic texture that stands apart from their previously catchy pop-rock style.

It vividly captures the world of the co-produced Japan–Korea drama starring Kumiko Aso, resulting in an ambitious work that symbolizes the band’s new challenge.

As a tense track that adds color to a suspense production, it’s sure to be irresistible for listeners who love mysterious vibes and enigmatic twists.

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MartianYorushika

Yorushika – Martian (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

MartianYorushika

A gem of a song that weaves literary lyricism with a translucent vocal tone to portray the fragility of youth and a yearning for ideals.

Slated for May 2025 as the opening theme for the TV anime The Little Citizens Series Season 2, this offering from Yorushika harmonizes n-buna’s delicate composition with suis’s expressively nuanced vocals.

True to the duo’s hallmark—literary lyrics and a pop yet philosophical worldview showcased in albums like ‘That’s Why I Gave Up on Music’ and ‘Plagiarism’—the song remains quintessentially them.

Centered around guitar-driven arrangements, the richly emotive sonic landscape shaped by suis’s singing makes it a perfect fit for listeners who resonate with hearts wavering between ideals and reality, or who appreciate finely wrought musical expression.

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Ripple -HAMON-Kitayama Hiromitsu

Ripple -HAMON-

Ripple -HAMON-Kitayama Hiromitsu

Hiroki Kitayama’s powerful track, filled with earnest emotion and passion, is a work that conveys his new musical ambitions, paired with a voice that resonates straight to the heart.

The album “HAMON” features 13 tracks, showcasing a wide range of musicality and expressive depth.

Its first live performance at “to HEROes ~TOBE 2nd Super Live~,” held in Tokyo and Osaka in March and April 2025, drew attention for its fiery energy on stage.

This song was provided by Kazui Fujiie, whom he met at the audition that led him into the entertainment industry, with Kitayama himself penning the heartfelt lyrics.

It’s a must-listen not only for fans who love Kitayama’s powerful vocals and emotional expressiveness, but also for anyone seeking a soul-stirring, truly crafted vocal piece.

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MemoryYoshizawa Kayoko

Kayoko Yoshizawa “Memory” MUSIC VIDEO

MemoryYoshizawa Kayoko

A song lovingly woven with feelings for her hometown has arrived from Kayoko Yoshizawa.

Chosen as the official theme song for the 75th National Tree-Planting Festival to be held in Saitama Prefecture, it expresses a warm gaze toward her hometown’s nature and the creatures that live there through her tender vocals.

The nostalgic yet grand arrangement is by Ryo Konishi, who previously arranged “Namida no Kuni” and “Otokobai.” The music video, which features home videos from Yoshizawa’s childhood, further enriches the work’s world.

Released in May 2025 to mark the 11th anniversary of her debut, the song was premiered at her solo concert at Hibiya Open-Air Concert Hall in April 2025.

It’s a heartfelt recommendation for anyone who wants to revisit their hometown through the lens of childhood memories.

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Dangerous MagicMiyamoto Karin

Karin Miyamoto “Dangerous Magic” Promotion Edit

Dangerous MagicMiyamoto Karin

A pop tune with the refreshing feel of an anime song, featuring Karin Miyamoto’s strikingly transparent vocals.

Written by Konnyaku Nishino, composed by Kazunori Watanabe, and arranged by Yusuke Tojima, the track beautifully blends a fantastical worldview with a breezy sound.

Released as her fourth single in June 2025 in a double A-side format, it was first performed at M-line Special in May 2025, where it received a strong response from fans.

This pop tune, which showcases a new frontier for Miyamoto as a solo artist, is perfect for lifting your mood or accompanying a drive.

The fresh musical direction, which significantly overturns her idol-era image, is also drawing attention.

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