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!
Playlist
| Latest J-Pop Releases [May 2025] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | What We Got ~A Miracle Is You~King&Prince |  play_arrow | Disney theme song, depicting friendship |
| 2east | HeavenMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Movie theme song, a profound story of life and beauty |
| 3east | GRITBE:FIRST |  play_arrow | An ambitious single that portrays BE:FIRST's indomitable spirit |
| 4east | Cannot stop the queue!CUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | Grab hearts with an energetic track! |
| 5east | On the ShoreDef Tech |  play_arrow | 20th anniversary of debut, releasing music that heals the heart |
| 6east | feel likeEVE |  play_arrow | A heartfelt song that warmly portrays memories of youth |
| 7east | HALONOMELON NOLEMON |  play_arrow | The hopeful insert song of the anime “GQuuuuuuX” |
| 8east | Midsummer MomentRYUSENKEI |  play_arrow | City pop summer song with a pleasant tone |
| 9east | Can I visit you with cream?zutto mayonaka de ii no ni. |  play_arrow | Lyrics that question everyday common sense |
| 10east | bug loveRapurasu Dākunesu |  play_arrow | A pop song about love malfunctions |
| 11east | New PageSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | An encouraging song that heals the heart with gentle tones |
| 12east | Blue EraNakajima Kento |  play_arrow | An electronic device created with the spirit of Edo-period craftsmanship... |
| 13east | markHatsuboshi Gakuen |  play_arrow | The hopeful school anthem of Hatsuboshi Academy, singing of the bonds between friends. |
| 14east | Sea Breeze and SelfishnessHinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | A wistful melody of first love by the summer seaside |
| 15east | Gee Gee TRAINToukyou Gegegay |  play_arrow | A hopeful homage song to a classic hit from 1991 |
| 16east | Have you seen the rainbow that spans the sea?Moriyama Naotaro |  play_arrow | A bright, bluegrass-style piece with a heartwarming tone |
| 17east | Bye-byeMoriyama Naotaro | play_arrow | Naotaro Moriyama’s Song of Parting and Departure |
| 18east | NocturneYahagi Moeka |  play_arrow | A moving song where anguish and hope intersect |
| 19east | Mysterious Partymameshiba no taigun |  play_arrow | The triple A-side si... released in June 2025 |
| 20east | MAKUAKEASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | A grand, striking melody with brass arrangements… |
| 21east | DUA・RHYTHMChevon |  play_arrow | Interwoven with a heavy bassline and intricate rhythms… |
| 22east | SanctuaryDa-iCE |  play_arrow | Raise awareness of environmental issues and encourage transformation for the future… |
| 23east | NO Game OverIS:SUE |  play_arrow | While drawing on the game’s worldview as a motif, in the real world… |
| 24east | Pop Like A StarLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | Crisp sound and a rhythm brimming with dynamism are im… |
| 25east | Yeah Yeah YeahNORIKIYO |  play_arrow | NORI, known as a heavyweight in the socially conscious scene... |
| 26east | FriscoNumber_i |  play_arrow | Based on energetic hip-hop, la... |
| 27east | whereaboutsOmoinotake |  play_arrow | An impressive song that conveys a new frontier for Omoinotake |
| 28east | scenarioRin Oto |  play_arrow | Written as the theme song for the film “Rewrite,” ... |
| 29east | FallingTHE CHARM PARK |  play_arrow | While centered around the acoustic guitar, … |
| 30east | Early SummerTOKYO World |  play_arrow | UK garage rhythms with Showa-era kayōkyoku and city pop... |
| 31east | History of RegretTani Yuuki |  play_arrow | An Irish-style song that sings of hope for the future |
| 32east | Asobo (Feat. Awich, MonyHorse, PETZ, JNKMN & kZm)YENTOWN |  play_arrow | Five artists come together as one, with the crew and… |
| 33east | Watch me!YOASOBI |  play_arrow | The opening of the TV anime “WITCH WATCH”… |
| 34east | POSSIBILITYYOSHI |  play_arrow | Filled with messages of hope and challenge, a young... |
| 35east | riveriri |  play_arrow | iri releases a new song. The groove and vocals are captivating. |
| 36east | My Very Own Polarismekakushe |  play_arrow | A buoyant, skipping rhythm and a starry sky... |
| 37east | Sand Castleyama |  play_arrow | Delicate melodies interweave with a dreamlike worldview… |
| 38east | Sound Bodyziproom |  play_arrow | New release from ziproom. A fusion of electronica and R&B. |
| 39east | Until I Fall in Lovekyanai |  play_arrow | A delicate song that depicts Kyanai’s emotions |
| 40east | Wobbly feat. 7cohashi mero |  play_arrow | With the theme of the Earth's destruction caused by conspiracy theories, Hashime... |
| 41east | GET BACKyuzu |  play_arrow | The powerful theme song of the new chapter of the Pokémon anime |
| 42east | PledgeAnjura Aki |  play_arrow | This work, marking their first comeback in 11 years, is an un— |
| 43east | finger hairChōkyūmei |  play_arrow | A dark, wet pop sound and love… |
| 44east | The DistanceNaoto Intiraymi |  play_arrow | A moving ballad with a long-distance romance theme |
| 45east | A world that sways around youMarushii |  play_arrow | A refreshing song themed around love and travel |
| 46east | Let’s kiss.shounen kizzu boui |  play_arrow | A poppy, catchy melody line and a light, lively... |
| 47east | Make it a love songShio Reira |  play_arrow | A moving song that portrays the romance of Leila Shio |
| 48east | HEROESNishikawa Takanori |  play_arrow | A powerful rock song by Takanori Nishikawa, an anime theme song |
| 49east | PredatorAKASAKI |  play_arrow | Electronic sounds and elements of rock... |
| 50east | GeGeGe no KitaroAdo |  play_arrow | They say he’s a die-hard fan of GeGeGe no Kitaro… |
| 51east | TorieBillyrrom |  play_arrow | A soothing track with a refined, urban sound |
| 52east | Etcetera, love youCANDY TUNE |  play_arrow | A sweet, pop tune in the style of a dating sim |
| 53east | CheckmateCLAN QUEEN |  play_arrow | Gaining attention with the innovative angle of “art rock”… |
| 54east | TraceDEXCORE |  play_arrow | An emotional metalcore track has been released. |
| 55east | impulseGLIM SPANKY |  play_arrow | Inheriting the spirit of weighty psychedelic rock... |
| 56east | SHININGIS:SUE |  play_arrow | With the sounds of hip-hop house and Afropop... |
| 57east | Be brave!JO1 |  play_arrow | Retro sounds and an up-tempo beat... |
| 58east | K2KEIJU |  play_arrow | Exquisitely blending elements of contemporary hip-hop and R&B… |
| 59east | Cheese (ft. Manaka)Litty |  play_arrow | A raw nightlife of young people set against the backdrop of Minato Ward’s night… |
| 60east | Take Me Away to Traumerei [feat. Isekai Jōcho, Issei]MAISONdes | ![Take Me Away to Traumerei [feat. Isekai Jōcho, Issei]MAISONdes](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/b7nbwwm4xrs/default.jpg) play_arrow | M… with a unique worldview where reality and fantasy intersect |
| 61east | It won’t disappearNOMELON NOLEMON |  play_arrow | TV anime 'Mobile Suit Gundam GQu…' |
| 62east | MayNothing’s Carved In Stone |  play_arrow | From alternative rock to post-rock... |
| 63east | GelatoPSYCHIC FEVER |  play_arrow | With a refreshing, light summer tune, PSYC… |
| 64east | RENDEZVOUS (feat. hard life)SIRUP |  play_arrow | A collaborative heartbreak R&B song with Hard life |
| 65east | 99 Steps (feat. Kohjiya, Hana Hope)STUTS |  play_arrow | To be continued at the forefront of the hip-hop scene... |
| 66east | gazeSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | A powerful rock sound for a movie theme song |
| 67east | Dark HeroesSUPER★DRAGON |  play_arrow | Various things like anime, voice actors, YouTubers, and so on... |
| 68east | MILLION PLACESXG |  play_arrow | A moving song that colors XG’s world tour |
| 69east | TWISTED PARADISEYUTA |  play_arrow | Electronic sounds and a dark atmo... |
| 70east | I want to keep touching you.tonun |  play_arrow | tonun's captivating song chosen as a TV drama theme |
| 71east | BLACK DOLLЯu-a |  play_arrow | A sophisticated musical world of diverse genre fusion |
| 72east | Everyonechakura |  play_arrow | A soul-stirring new song from Chakura that stands beside your suffering |
| 73east | hungertsukimi |  play_arrow | Fukushima’s gal rock band Tsukimi in 2025… |
| 74east | Like, dislikefantomu shiitaa |  play_arrow | The first theme song by a retro-horror idol group |
| 75east | springBurandē Senki |  play_arrow | The chorus melody is catchy and emotional… |
| 76east | monsterPorukadotto Sutingurei |  play_arrow | A tie-up with TV Asahi’s Friday Night Drama... |
| 77east | MartianYorushika |  play_arrow | Literary messages woven together with a translucent singing voice... |
| 78east | Ripple -HAMON-Kitayama Hiromitsu |  play_arrow | Hiroaki Kitayama, filled with earnest feelings and passion... |
| 79east | MemoryYoshizawa Kayoko |  play_arrow | The theme song for the National Tree-Planting Festival, in which Kayoko Yoshizawa sings about her feelings for her hometown. |
| 80east | Dangerous MagicMiyamoto Karin |  play_arrow | Attractive for its fresh, anime-song-style vibe… |
| 81east | See you, hero.Kawasaki Takaya |  play_arrow | The phrase “ganbare” that we say to encourage someone... |
| 82east | Summer of LoveHirai Dai |  play_arrow | Hirai Dai’s refreshing new summer song is perfect for the beach. |
| 83east | flutteringTegoshi Yūya |  play_arrow | A blend of lightness and deep emotion, pop… |
| 84east | German irisHinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | Hinatazaka 4… unfolds on a stage set in a blue-hued school. |
| 85east | Flashbang and halationNisshoku Natsuko |  play_arrow | An awe-inspiring band sound unleashed from a single piano… |
| 86east | StarHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s new song is groovy and sophisticated. |
| 87east | StardustMatsuda Seiko |  play_arrow | To commemorate the 45th anniversary of her debut, Seiko Matsuda… |
| 88east | mild daysHitsuji Bungaku |  play_arrow | A song that gently expresses the gentle happiness of everyday life. |
| 89east | MAKUAKEASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | Emotional music moves the heart. |
| 90east | Get New MiraiASP |  play_arrow | The rebellious spirit of ASP and the allure of their music |
| 91east | MY LIFEAYANE |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that sings about being true to oneself |
| 92east | EclipseAimer |  play_arrow | A beautiful ballad that gently stays close to hidden, precious things |
| 93east | tragedyChilli Beans. |  play_arrow | A rock song depicting the struggle of pursuing dreams |
| 94east | medicineLeina |  play_arrow | Gentle music whose singing voice soothes the heart |
| 95east | No DripMYERA |  play_arrow | A tapestry of deep, heavy bass and a cool dance beat... |
| 96east | TORNADOMYERA |  play_arrow | Turn the intense currents of the times and competition into a “tornado”… |
| 97east | lol (feat. Lilniina)Manaka |  play_arrow | A masterpiece where playfulness and emotion merge |
| 98east | PrideNovel Core |  play_arrow | A passionate musical work that portrays conviction and decision |
| 99east | do ONRIP SLYME |  play_arrow | On a fast-paced track, the four MCs deliver their mic... |
| 100east | BEATWurtS |  play_arrow | An inspiring rock sound where ephemerality and power intersect |
| 101east | Capsuleaiko |  play_arrow | A moving song where kindness and bittersweetness intertwine |
| 102east | Blue Hawaii Lemon≒JOY |  play_arrow | A refreshing song that depicts a summer romance |
| 103east | A devoted girl.Yuika |  play_arrow | A poignant band song portraying the struggles of youth |
| 104east | coloring; color scheme; hues; decoration; embellishment; added flair (figurative)ikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A song that depicts the small joys of everyday life |
| 105east | WORK HARDchanmina |  play_arrow | An anime theme song—a powerful track about effort and challenge |
| 106east | weeklynishina |  play_arrow | The single released in April 2025, “…”. |
| 107east | AriaAina ji Endo |  play_arrow | Theme song with deep lyrics by Aina the End |
| 108east | Tell me about yourself.Kitanitatsuya |  play_arrow | An inspiring theme song for a digital card game |
| 109east | Dance in the palm of my handKokorashika |  play_arrow | A mature love song blending music from the ’70s and ’80s |
| 110east | The Way of BeatSuchadarapā |  play_arrow | 35 years of Japanese hip-hop that resonates with the heart |
| 111east | Minami-ShinmachiHaku. |  play_arrow | The struggles and hopes of youth as portrayed in a movie theme song |
| 112east | The world of moviesbaibai nīche |  play_arrow | A buoyant pop-rock that drifts between everyday life and fantasy |
| 113east | FixBurandē Senki |  play_arrow | An empowering song that depicts conflict and hope |
| 114east | ICE BREAKERSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | The best energetic hip-hop track |
| 115east | high heatjoōbachi |  play_arrow | Captivated by a sound where tranquility and intensity intersect… |
| 116east | Mine or YoursUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | A universe where you can feel an acoustic warmth… |
| 117east | A perfect pair.Hirai Dai |  play_arrow | Hirai Dai’s surf music heals the heart. |
| 118east | Avalanchetsurezuregakan |  play_arrow | Something like a fusion of math rock and pop... |
| 119east | Season of BeginningsMakihara Noriyuki × Hanaregumi |  play_arrow | An inspiring duet that portrays the scenery of spring |
| 120east | May I be able to love the world!Seiryūjin 25 |  play_arrow | Seiryuujin 25’s Fun Polygynous Idol Song |
| 121east | That rumored kidmurasaki ima |  play_arrow | A youth song that portrays the current feelings of love in purple |
| 122east | The world’s number one idolChou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu |  play_arrow | Get energized with an uplifting song that boosts self-esteem |
| 123east | unread and ignoredANAIS |  play_arrow | An innovative song that expresses self-affirmation in multiple languages |
| 124east | LIVE IT UP! (feat. Furui Riho)Ayumu Imazu |  play_arrow | A refreshing pop sound and positive ener… |
| 125east | DestinyAee! group |  play_arrow | This song, which poignantly captures a clumsy first love, is exq… |
| 126east | absorbed; engrossed; infatuated; crazy aboutBE:FIRST |  play_arrow | A gospel-based, 'churchy' so— |
| 127east | My oshi ♡ I love them ♡ It hurts (in a good way)CANDY TUNE |  play_arrow | An idol group that comes at you with cunning charm and addictive appeal... |
| 128east | Hey! Ho! This is awesome!GANG PARADE |  play_arrow | Get energized with an outrageously bright rock sound... |
| 129east | long-cherished desireGLAY feat. Oda Kazumasa |  play_arrow | Has led the Japanese music scene for many years… |
| 130east | Act (feat. Daoko)Giga & TeddyLoid |  play_arrow | Freely moving across the boundary between electronic and pop... |
| 131east | Good work! feat. SandwichmanKis-my-ft2 |  play_arrow | The source that blows away the fatigue you feel at work and in daily life… |
| 132east | Svveet PeaLET ME KNOW |  play_arrow | A fusion of nostalgic ambiance and freshness... |
| 133east | MessageMISAMO |  play_arrow | As a mid-tempo ballad, the film “Kakuka…” |
| 134east | Mellow DreamMEGA SHINNOSUKE |  play_arrow | A love song marked by lively piano rock… |
| 135east | You Know What I Mean?NORIKIYO |  play_arrow | The rapper NORIKIYO, who hails from Kanagawa... |
| 136east | Adult modePES 、BIM |  play_arrow | This collaboration brings together rappers from different generations... |
| 137east | Take It BackReiko |  play_arrow | REIKO’s new song that sings of freedom and self-affirmation |
| 138east | Everyday (feat. Satoshi Fujiwara)TAIKING |  play_arrow | The guitarist of the rock band Suchmos and… |
| 139east | paraisoTele |  play_arrow | Te..., a solo project by Kitaro Taniguchi |
| 140east | How could I possibly know?Vaundy |  play_arrow | It may seem elusive, but it is in fact a profound question... |
| 141east | PAPER MOONA-ko |  play_arrow | Enchanting listeners with a delicate singing voice and a dreamlike sonic world… |
| 142east | Blue amberback number |  play_arrow | The amber-hued theme song, an inspiring work by back number |
| 143east | sunny spotberry meet |  play_arrow | A melody wrapped in warmth like the spring sunlight... |
| 144east | Planetary Romanceimase |  play_arrow | imas weaves a love story set in space... |
| 145east | The 1muque |  play_arrow | A high-velocity, exhilarating track rooted in drum and bass... |
| 146east | From the New Worldoishikuru meronpan |  play_arrow | A delicate portrayal of lost memories and nostalgia for the past… |
| 147east | Two Drifterssukaato |  play_arrow | Delicate guitar strokes and a gentle singing voice touch the heart... |
| 148east | Rollin’ Rollin’Zūkaraderu |  play_arrow | Zoo..., a three-piece rock band from Sapporo, Hokkaido |
| 149east | MisfitsDoresukōzu |  play_arrow | Ryo Shima embarks on his second chapter as a solo project... |
| 150east | Being lazy is nice, huh.Nekura Tōkī |  play_arrow | A gentle, soothing scent that softly envelops the fatigue of everyday life… |
| 151east | Fall in love with loveHiguchi Ai |  play_arrow | With a refined singing voice and exceptional musical sensibility, many… |
| 152east | Imperial Regent Declarationyangusukinii |  play_arrow | Young Skinny, vividly portraying the emotions of youth... |
| 153east | heart-shaped tail finRyuubensu |  play_arrow | An exquisite blend of summer-like freshness and autumn’s poignant melancholy… |
| 154east | Alcohol, movies, and nutsKiyomoto Taiga |  play_arrow | A distinctive sound infused with elements of jazz and… |
| 155east | Karmic Retribution AntinomyGen’in wa jibun ni aru. |  play_arrow | A dance track that fuses electronic and rock… |
| 156east | CHOIYAMAKoyama Keiichiro |  play_arrow | Addictively catchy phrases and sophistication... |
| 157east | Tower of the flameyamanaka sawao |  play_arrow | A heavy guitar riff of alternative rock… |
| 158east | Heartbreaker (I fell in love with a cowgirl)Hirai Dai |  play_arrow | Incorporating elements of country music… |
| 159east | HAPPYSaitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | A new program on the nationwide Yomiuri TV/Nippon TV network… |
| 160east | Blooming at nightHoshimachi Suisei |  play_arrow | Suisei Hoshimachi’s songs colored by EDM and melody |
| 161east | UrusirenUmeda Saifā |  play_arrow | Anime “Fire Force” Umeda Cipher’s ending theme song |
| 162east | INSOMNIAAkiyama Kiiro |  play_arrow | Akiyama Kiro’s latest work, themed around insomnia, is… |
| 163east | Daddy’s Style -Tonight is Daddy Daddy-Nishiyama dadi dadi |  play_arrow | Creating a buzz with a uniquely addictive performance... |