Latest J-Pop Releases [May 2025]
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!
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Latest Japanese music releases [May 2025] (1–10)
feel likeEVE

This song wraps you in warm feelings, stirring thoughts of youth and a gentle nostalgia.
It’s a work by singer-songwriter Eve, surprise-released on his birthday in May 2025.
Many listeners will relate to the lyrics, which trace small adventures in everyday life and memories of days gone by.
Its fresh, easy-to-listen-to electronic sound is another charm.
It’s the perfect track for revisiting fond memories or finding a moment of calm.
HALONOMELON NOLEMON

This is an anisong that layers a danceable beat with a beautiful melody line.
Created by NOMELON NOLEMON and released in May 2025, it was written as an insert song for the TV anime Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX.
Following Midnight Reflection and Kienai, it is the third insert song for the same series.
Its hope-filled lyrics leave a strong impression, and by the time it ends, your heart will feel gently warmed.
Listening to it together with your partner may help you reaffirm the importance of love.
Midsummer MomentRYUSENKEI

It’s a summer song with a comfortable city pop sound.
It’s a work by RYUSENKEI, released in May 2025.
Coming about a year after the album “Illusion,” its mellow, refreshing tones vividly paint summer scenes.
The relaxed rhythm beautifully complements Sincere’s clear, translucent vocals.
Perfect for moments when you want to feel liberated, like a summer drive or a stroll by the ocean.
Can I visit you with cream?zutto mayonaka de ii no ni.

This song questions what the world takes for granted and teaches the joy of imagination.
It’s a work by ZUTOMAYO and was chosen as the theme song for NHK General’s “Weekly Info Charge! Chirushiru.” The lyrics are striking for their message about the importance of feeling that things aren’t just black or white, zero or one hundred.
Although it’s a theme song for a children’s program, it offers fresh insights for adults as well.
It’s a song I’d recommend listening to when you’re struggling with relationships.
bug loveRapurasu Dākunesu

It’s an addictive number that poppily sings about the glitches of romance.
Created by Laplus Darknesss from hololive, it was released in May 2025.
Crafted by the popular Vocaloid producer DECO*27, the electropop sound perfectly highlights Laplus Darknesss’s powerful vocals.
The driving beat and emotionally stirring melody leave a strong impression.
The lyrics, which portray the frustrations and conflicts of love, really hit home.
It’ll definitely get you pumped!


