Latest J-Pop Releases [June 2025]

Bye-Bye to youUVERworld

Bye-Bye to you

An emotional love song that reflects both farewell and new beginnings.

Created by the rock band UVERworld, it was released digitally in June 2025 and later included on the album EPIPHANY, released in July of the same year.

With a hook-driven guitar riff and emotive vocals, it leaves a deep imprint on listeners’ memories.

Its narrative lyrics centered on parting resonate with many.

It’s a cherished work that captures over 25 years of the band’s journey.

I can’t stop this sadnesstsubaki fakutorī

Tsubaki Factory “Sorrow Won’t Stop” Promotion Edit

This emotionally rich cover song captures the ache of heartbreak.

Tsubaki Factory brings fresh expression to one of Anri’s finest gems.

Preserving the original’s poignant sorrow, each member’s voice delicately portrays the helplessness of unrequited love.

The track is included on the single “My Days for You / Kanashimi ga Tomaranai,” released in June 2025.

It also serves as Shiori Yagi’s graduation single and reached No.

2 on the Oricon Daily chart.

How about listening on a night when you want something to keep you company in your melancholy?

play deadSakurazaka46

play dead

This is the first song that fourth-generation members of Sakurazaka46 participated in.

It introspectively portrays the faintness of one’s presence and will, expressing emotional conflict in a straightforward way.

The lyrics were written by Yasushi Akimoto, with composition and arrangement by Onji and TomoLow.

Its somewhat wistful melodic line, combined with the layering of the members’ voices, weaves dynamics and tension, making it highly engaging to listen to.

The track was released for streaming in June 2025 and is also included on the single “Make or Break,” released the same month.

It will likely resonate deeply with those who are in the process of searching for themselves.

Next Is The Best!Seikima II

Seikima-II “Next Is The Best!” Official Music Video #SeikimaII

The heavy riffs and piercing vocals make you clench your fist without even thinking! This track by Seikima-II is a blast of heavy metal powered by a seven-string guitar, delivering an aggressive sound, and lyrics themed around confidence and challenge that give listeners a powerful push forward.

Demon Kakka’s commanding vocals and the band’s cohesion feel like a declaration of “This is Seikima-II!” The piece was released in June 2025.

If you’re looking for the courage to face difficulties, by the time it ends your spirit will surely be stirred.

Shake it offFANTASTICS

Shake It Off (Insert Song from Kamen Rider GAV)

Add an energetic dance tune that shakes off the baggage of the past to your playlist! “Shake it off” is a track released by FANTASTICS in June 2025.

It was featured as an insert song in the tokusatsu drama Kamen Rider GAV.

The straightforward lyrics—expressing a firm resolve to not look back and just keep moving forward—leave a strong impression.

Combined with a driving beat and powerful vocals, it stirs the listener’s spirit.

It’s a number that gives you a push when you want to start something new or reset your mindset.

ChateaubriandSuiyōbi no Campanella

Wednesday Campanella 'Chateaubriand' (Official Audio)

A meat-loving song with an irresistibly unique twist, named after a premium cut of beef! It’s part of Wednesday Campanella’s “people’s names” series and was released on May 29, 2025—Meat Day.

A party tune riding on a ghetto house rhythm, its lyrics roll out cut after cut, from urute (trachea) and tongue to rump, skirt steak, and sirloin.

You’ll find your stomach growling as you listen.

Perfect for when you’re in the mood for an upper-bpm banger!