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 | Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s movie theme song |
| 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 | Kento’s collaboration track inspired by Hokusai |
| 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 | Mame 3 is a surreal, super groovy track |
| 20east | MAKUAKEASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | Asian Kung-Fu Generation’s 32nd single |
| 21east | DUA・RHYTHMChevon |  play_arrow | Chevon new release in May |
| 22east | SanctuaryDa-iCE |  play_arrow | Support song for realizing a decarbonized society |
| 23east | NO Game OverIS:SUE |  play_arrow | An attitude of facing real-world challenges learned from the game world |
| 24east | Pop Like A StarLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | Introduction to Little Glee Monster’s new song |
| 25east | Yeah Yeah YeahNORIKIYO |  play_arrow | NORIKIYO’s new solo track produced while serving time |
| 26east | FriscoNumber_i |  play_arrow | Number_i's experimental rap-dance fusion track |
| 27east | whereaboutsOmoinotake |  play_arrow | An impressive song that conveys a new frontier for Omoinotake |
| 28east | scenarioRin Oto |  play_arrow | Rewrite theme song, chill hip hop |
| 29east | FallingTHE CHARM PARK |  play_arrow | Acoustic Guitar and Psychedelics |
| 30east | Early SummerTOKYO World |  play_arrow | A UK garage fusion track depicting early summer scenery |
| 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 | YENTOWN's new song, an exquisite fusion of five |
| 33east | Watch me!YOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI’s new song earns high praise as an anime theme song |
| 34east | POSSIBILITYYOSHI |  play_arrow | YOSHI’s song of hope and challenge |
| 35east | riveriri |  play_arrow | iri releases a new song. The groove and vocals are captivating. |
| 36east | My Very Own Polarismekakushe |  play_arrow | A pop number under a sparkling starry sky |
| 37east | Sand Castleyama |  play_arrow | yama's fantastical and sophisticated new song |
| 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 | The Conspiracy Theory Theme Song of HashiMero and 7co |
| 41east | GET BACKyuzu |  play_arrow | The powerful theme song of the new chapter of the Pokémon anime |
| 42east | PledgeAnjura Aki |  play_arrow | A piano ballad by Angela Aki themed around self-affirmation and rebirth |
| 43east | finger hairChōkyūmei |  play_arrow | A song that expresses Cho Kyumei’s romantic feelings |
| 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 | Everyday little joys depicted by a working adults' band |
| 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 | An ambitious work depicting inner turmoil in dark pop |
| 50east | GeGeGe no KitaroAdo |  play_arrow | Ado to sing GeGeGe no Kitaro opening theme |
| 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 | Advance single from CLAN QUEEN’s new album |
| 54east | TraceDEXCORE |  play_arrow | An emotional metalcore track has been released. |
| 55east | impulseGLIM SPANKY |  play_arrow | GLIM SPANKY to produce the commercial song for a new SUV |
| 56east | SHININGIS:SUE |  play_arrow | A powerful message song by IS:SUE |
| 57east | Be brave!JO1 |  play_arrow | JO1’s new song opens up a new frontier as a movie theme song |
| 58east | K2KEIJU |  play_arrow | KEIJU’s new song, a track that fuses hip-hop and R&B |
| 59east | Cheese (ft. Manaka)Litty |  play_arrow | A city-pop-style club tune set against the nightlife of Minato Ward |
| 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 | MAISONdes’s new song is making waves, with a delicate and dark sound |
| 61east | It won’t disappearNOMELON NOLEMON |  play_arrow | NOMELON NOLEMON’s new song will be used as an insert song in Gundam GQuuuuuuX |
| 62east | MayNothing’s Carved In Stone |  play_arrow | Nothing’s Carved In Stone new song release |
| 63east | GelatoPSYCHIC FEVER |  play_arrow | PSYCHIC FEVER’s summer song |
| 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 | STUTS's new song to be released in May as a tie-in for a Pocari Sweat commercial |
| 66east | gazeSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | A powerful rock sound for a movie theme song |
| 67east | Dark HeroesSUPER★DRAGON |  play_arrow | Lead track of SUPER★DRAGON’s new single |
| 68east | MILLION PLACESXG |  play_arrow | A moving song that colors XG’s world tour |
| 69east | TWISTED PARADISEYUTA |  play_arrow | YUTA’s solo work, fusion of multiple genres |
| 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 | Tsukimi powerfully expresses the emptiness of the heart. |
| 74east | Like, dislikefantomu shiitaa |  play_arrow | The first theme song by a retro-horror idol group |
| 75east | springBurandē Senki |  play_arrow | A poignant yet hopeful song from Brandy Chronicles |
| 76east | monsterPorukadotto Sutingurei |  play_arrow | A dark track marking a new frontier for Polkadot |
| 77east | MartianYorushika |  play_arrow | A gem of a song by Yorushika that portrays youth and ideals |
| 78east | Ripple -HAMON-Kitayama Hiromitsu |  play_arrow | Hiroaki Kitayama’s fiery new song, included on the album Ripple |
| 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 | Karin Miyamoto’s fantastical pop song |
| 81east | See you, hero.Kawasaki Takaya |  play_arrow | Takaya Kawasaki releases a song that conveys the weight of the words “Do your best.” |
| 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 fusion of pop and R&B |
| 84east | German irisHinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | A hopeful new song by Hinatazaka46’s 5th generation |
| 85east | Flashbang and halationNisshoku Natsuko |  play_arrow | Natsuko Solar Eclipse’s piano-and-drums expression of impatience/anxiety |
| 86east | StarHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s new song is groovy and sophisticated. |
| 87east | StardustMatsuda Seiko |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by Seiko Matsuda and Yumi Matsutoya |
| 88east | mild daysHitsuji Bungaku |  play_arrow | A song that gently expresses the gentle happiness of everyday life. |
| 89east | MAKUAKEASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION's rock festival theme song |
| 90east | Get New MiraiASP |  play_arrow | ASP's new song, a fusion of power and pop |
| 91east | MY LIFEAYANE |  play_arrow | Sing about the importance of living true to yourself |
| 92east | EclipseAimer |  play_arrow | Arknights 6th Anniversary Theme Song Sung by Aimer |
| 93east | tragedyChilli Beans. |  play_arrow | Expressing the struggle of pursuing dreams through guitar rock |
| 94east | medicineLeina |  play_arrow | Singing healing for loved ones with Leina’s gentle voice |
| 95east | No DripMYERA |  play_arrow | MYERA's sophisticated R&B track |
| 96east | TORNADOMYERA |  play_arrow | Determination to live true to myself in the midst of a tornado |
| 97east | lol (feat. Lilniina)Manaka |  play_arrow | Lilniina's collaboration song resonates with the heart |
| 98east | PrideNovel Core |  play_arrow | A rock work that portrays the resolve to stay true to oneself |
| 99east | do ONRIP SLYME |  play_arrow | RIP SLYME reunites as five for the first time in 9 years on a new track |
| 100east | BEATWurtS |  play_arrow | A drama theme song: rock that blends ephemerality and strength |
| 101east | Capsuleaiko |  play_arrow | A moving song where kindness and bittersweetness intertwine |
| 102east | Blue Hawaii Lemon≒JOY |  play_arrow | ≒JOY's third summer love song |
| 103east | A devoted girl.Yuika |  play_arrow | Expressing straightforward romantic feelings through a band sound |
| 104east | coloring; color scheme; hues; decoration; embellishment; added flair (figurative)ikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A pop tune that depicts everyday happiness |
| 105east | WORK HARDchanmina |  play_arrow | An anime theme song—a powerful track about effort and challenge |
| 106east | weeklynishina |  play_arrow | Nishina’s gem-like pop tune |
| 107east | AriaAina ji Endo |  play_arrow | Aina the End's ballad theme song |
| 108east | Tell me about yourself.Kitanitatsuya |  play_arrow | Tatsuya Kitani's theme song |
| 109east | Dance in the palm of my handKokorashika |  play_arrow | A fusion of West Coast and city pop |
| 110east | The Way of BeatSuchadarapā |  play_arrow | Schadaraparr 35th Anniversary Work |
| 111east | Minami-ShinmachiHaku. |  play_arrow | Film theme song depicting the struggles and light of youth |
| 112east | The world of moviesbaibai nīche |  play_arrow | Bye-bye, Nietzsche’s pop rock |
| 113east | FixBurandē Senki |  play_arrow | An anthem of support with a sound that embraces inner conflict and a powerful vocal performance |
| 114east | ICE BREAKERSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | A powerful track with energetic rap and beats |
| 115east | high heatjoōbachi |  play_arrow | OP theme of Fire Force by Queen Bee |
| 116east | Mine or YoursUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Hikaru Utada’s Ayataka commercial song |
| 117east | A perfect pair.Hirai Dai |  play_arrow | Dai Hirai’s surf music. Singing about love and everyday life. |
| 118east | Avalanchetsurezuregakan |  play_arrow | A refined sonic work by Tsurezure Shokan |
| 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 | A love-and-peace pop tune by Seiryuujin 25 |
| 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 | A pop song with the theme of self-esteem |
| 123east | LIVE IT UP! (feat. Furui Riho)Ayumu Imazu |  play_arrow | A fresh, upbeat, and positive new J-pop song |
| 124east | DestinyAee! group |  play_arrow | A ballad that weaves feelings of unrequited love that won’t reach |
| 125east | absorbed; engrossed; infatuated; crazy aboutBE:FIRST |  play_arrow | A pure love song with a churchy sound |
| 126east | My oshi ♡ I love them ♡ It hurts (in a good way)CANDY TUNE |  play_arrow | A support song for CANDY TUNE fandom activities |
| 127east | Hey! Ho! This is awesome!GANG PARADE |  play_arrow | GANG PARADE releases a bright rock song for streaming |
| 128east | long-cherished desireGLAY feat. Oda Kazumasa |  play_arrow | A dream collaboration between GLAY and Kazumasa Oda |
| 129east | Act (feat. Daoko)Giga & TeddyLoid |  play_arrow | A track by Giga & TeddyLoid featuring Daoko has arrived |
| 130east | Good work! feat. SandwichmanKis-my-ft2 |  play_arrow | A collaboration song between Kis-My-Ft2 and Sandwic hman |
| 131east | Svveet PeaLET ME KNOW |  play_arrow | LET ME KNOW's new song that fuses the nostalgic and the modern |
| 132east | MessageMISAMO |  play_arrow | MISAMO will perform the theme song for the film |
| 133east | Mellow DreamMEGA SHINNOSUKE |  play_arrow | New piano rock love song release |
| 134east | You Know What I Mean?NORIKIYO |  play_arrow | A socially conscious rap in which NORIKIYO powerfully expresses hope |
| 135east | Adult modePES 、BIM |  play_arrow | A collaborative work by rappers from different generations |
| 136east | Take It BackReiko |  play_arrow | REIKO’s new song, a message to free yourself |
| 137east | Everyday (feat. Satoshi Fujiwara)TAIKING |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by TAKING and Satoshi Fujiwara |
| 138east | paraisoTele |  play_arrow | Kitaro Taniguchi’s Tele expresses a unique worldview through literary lyrics and a free-form sound. |
| 139east | How could I possibly know?Vaundy |  play_arrow | Drama theme song, theme of a sense of life’s mission |
| 140east | PAPER MOONA-ko |  play_arrow | A-ko’s fantastical dreamlike worldview |
| 141east | Blue amberback number |  play_arrow | A poignant, beautiful song as a drama theme that harmonizes with depictions of revenge |
| 142east | sunny spotberry meet |  play_arrow | Introduction to berry meet’s debut song |
| 143east | Planetary Romanceimase |  play_arrow | imase’s new song sings of love in the cosmos |
| 144east | The 1muque |  play_arrow | Muque’s new song has been selected as the One Piece ending theme. |
| 145east | From the New Worldoishikuru meronpan |  play_arrow | Release of a mini-album depicting memory and nostalgia |
| 146east | Two Drifterssukaato |  play_arrow | Wataru Sawabe’s exquisite solo song, portraying loneliness and hope |
| 147east | Rollin’ Rollin’Zūkaraderu |  play_arrow | ZUKEDARU collaborates with Gin Shari |
| 148east | MisfitsDoresukōzu |  play_arrow | New song with a loneliness theme by The Dresscodes |
| 149east | Being lazy is nice, huh.Nekura Tōkī |  play_arrow | A song with a relaxed rhythm that soothes fatigue and boosts self-esteem |
| 150east | Fall in love with loveHiguchi Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Higuchi releases a new love-themed song |
| 151east | Imperial Regent Declarationyangusukinii |  play_arrow | Young Skinny’s new song vividly captures the emotions of young people |
| 152east | heart-shaped tail finRyuubensu |  play_arrow | A J-pop rock song that blends summer and autumn |
| 153east | Alcohol, movies, and nutsKiyomoto Taiga |  play_arrow | Taiga Kyomoto’s jazz-infused solo song |
| 154east | Karmic Retribution AntinomyGen’in wa jibun ni aru. |  play_arrow | Electronic rock-infused dance pop is generating buzz |
| 155east | CHOIYAMAKoyama Keiichiro |  play_arrow | Keiichiro Koyama’s new song “CHOI” is a big hit |
| 156east | Tower of the flameyamanaka sawao |  play_arrow | Sawao Yamanaka’s solo song, expressing his resolve to make a fresh start |
| 157east | Heartbreaker (I fell in love with a cowgirl)Hirai Dai |  play_arrow | A pop tune of a cowgirl love story |
| 158east | HAPPYSaitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | Kazuyoshi Saito’s new song is the theme song. |
| 159east | Blooming at nightHoshimachi Suisei |  play_arrow | Suisei Hoshimachi’s songs colored by EDM and melody |
| 160east | UrusirenUmeda Saifā |  play_arrow | Umeda Cypher chosen for an anime ending theme |
| 161east | INSOMNIAAkiyama Kiiro |  play_arrow | Akiyama Kiro’s new song with an insomnia theme |
| 162east | Daddy’s Style -Tonight is Daddy Daddy-Nishiyama dadi dadi |  play_arrow | Nishiyama Daddy Daddy's first music work is released |
| 163east | unread and ignoredANAIS |  play_arrow | An innovative song that expresses self-affirmation in multiple languages |