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Latest J-Pop Releases [July 2025]

As July ushers in the full force of summer heat, the music scene is also brimming with energy.

New Japanese releases from July 2025 showcased a wide range of expressions that crossed genre boundaries.

From open, breezy sounds perfect for festival season, to delicate ballads that mirror the air after the rainy season, and ambitious works that take on new challenges.

In this article, we’ll highlight a broad selection of Japanese tracks released in July.

Whether it’s a song you’ve had your eye on or a track you’ve yet to discover, you’re sure to find something here!

Latest Japanese music releases [July 2025] (21–30)

Let’s meet on the far side of the moon.Tōhōshinki

On the milestone of their 20th anniversary since debuting in Japan, TVXQ have released a cover that revives a classic city pop masterpiece originally released in 1991.

While cherishing the original’s urbane, romantic atmosphere, this work adds a glamorous band sound and the duo’s refreshing harmonies to create a new allure.

Set against the backdrop of the night city, the lyrics—wishing for a reunion with “you”—can also be heard as their message to move forward toward a new future together with their fans.

It feels perfect for a nighttime drive with someone special.

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I wish I could cut it with a beam sword.soshina

Soshina – I wish I could cut it with a beam sword.
I wish I could cut it with a beam sword.soshina

This is a track by comedian Soshina that sweeps you away with its impulsive rock sound.

Released in July 2022 as his second single and also included on the album “Naoto Sasaki,” the song follows in the footsteps of the popular track “I Wish I Could Shoot Beams,” delivering the same driving energy.

Over a gritty, hard-hitting performance, it voices an earnest desire to protect someone important.

If you’re looking to break through your current situation or rekindle your inner passion, listening to it will surely give you strength!

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Joined handsFunatsu Mahiro

This is a ballad by Masato Funatsu that gently weaves the warm happiness found in everyday life with an acoustic touch.

The song was written as a CM theme for the Shimane Denkō Group, centered on the theme of human connection.

Unchanging feelings that endure for decades and bonds that deepen when we join hands are expressed through vocals that slowly seep into the heart.

It’s a heartwarming love song that makes the ordinary days spent with someone special feel even more precious.

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Magical Starshine Make-up☆Nishino Kana

On those mornings when you just can’t get into the groove and find yourself sighing at your reflection, we’ve all been there, right? This is the one song by Kana Nishino that sprinkles a bit of sparkling magic on your heart.

Through the everyday ritual of makeup, it tells the story of transforming back into the version of yourself you always wanted to be.

The lively pop sound and Kana Nishino’s cute vocals feel like a gentle push that says, “You’re not alone.” Released as a single in July 2025, it also made waves with a simultaneous performance on THE FIRST TAKE.

Put it on first thing in the morning, and you’re sure to start a wonderful day!

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Revival of the Four SeasonsAKASAKI

【AKASAKI】Four Seasons Rebirth / Shiki Kaisei (Lyric Video)
Revival of the Four SeasonsAKASAKI

This is a song by AKASAKI, written specifically as a commercial jingle for the smartphone game Monster Strike.

Released in July 2025, the track is a coming-of-age anthem that pairs the changing of the seasons with the renewal of the heart, giving listeners a gentle push forward.

The breezy sound arrangement, AKASAKI’s tender vocals, and the lyrics that reflect on the passage of time work together beautifully.

It’s a song that quietly stays by your side when you’re stepping into a new environment or feeling a little low.

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