Latest J-Pop Releases [August 2025]

Gimme Gimme SanctuaryNanawo Akari

Gimme Gimme Sanctuary / Nanawo Akari

An uplifting upper-tune in search of a true, personal “sanctuary”! With lyrics and composition by Nayutalien and arrangement by Akita Horie, this track brilliantly fuses a highly addictive melody with a fast-paced band sound.

Its lyrics, which accept one’s inner frailty and express the desire to stay true to oneself, are encouraging.

The song is included on the best-of album “Flying Best 2,” released in August 2025 to celebrate the 7th anniversary of the major-label debut.

It’s a work that will support anyone searching for a place they belong.

YouTube Theme Song 2Hikakin & Seikin

YouTube Theme Song 2 / Hikakin & Seikin

Hikakin & Seikin, a real-life brother duo thriving as top YouTube creators.

The sequel to their signature 2015 track is a grand anthem that encapsulates a decade of their journey while looking hopefully toward the future.

As with the original, TeddyLoid handles the arrangement, with a catchy melody and contemporary sound resounding boldly.

It’s an energetic pop number that will inspire everyone chasing their dreams!

Stop Motion feat. Lilium from the Demon Realmpīnattsu-kun

Peanut-kun – Stop Motion feat. Makyai no Lilium (Official Visualizer)

A track from VTuber Peanut-kun’s album “Tele Club II.” Featuring Nijisanji’s Lillim Makaino as a guest, the song rides on a refreshing, signature tofubeats production that feels great.

Set on a dance floor lit by strobe lights, the lyrics portray the wavering, awkward relationship between two people, sure to make listeners’ hearts flutter.

It’s a pop tune packed with the sparkle of youth.

tear(s)Marushii

Tears

Released in August 2025, this song is Marcy’s first summer love ballad.

It opens with scenes that evoke dazzling memories of romance, then unfolds in the past tense, tightening your chest as the story progresses.

Like a letter with no recipient, its aimless feelings and the urgency of heartbreak are rendered lyrically.

It’s a sentimental track that stays close to those who want to linger in the afterglow of a bygone love at summer’s end.

Happiness phenomenonIchijou Ririka (ReGLOSS)

Happiness Phenomenon (Ririka Ichijo SOLO)

Ririka Ichijo, a member of the VTuber group ReGLOSS.

Released in August 2025 as part of her solo song project, this track centers on the theme of “the ultimate self-empowerment anthem.” Its positive lyrics, which celebrate loving and taking pride in your true self, give listeners a supportive push.

The danceable sound that makes you want to move is another highlight.

Give it a listen when you want to boost your mood or take on a new challenge!

1000 daysnozomi

Noashi (noa) – 1000 Days [Official Music Video]

Released in April 2025 with its music video following in August, this track layers a passionate melody over a pop-tinged guitar rock sound.

Its lyrics—singing of the bittersweet emotions born from roughly a thousand intense days of high school life and a cheer for the future—are likely to resonate with many listeners.

It’s an emotional power song that embraces the feeling of cherishing days gone by.

The truthKamenashi Kazuya

Kazuya Kamenashi – The truth [Official Music Video]

Released in August 2025, this track features an epic rock sound that symbolizes a bold new departure.

It was chosen as the 15th anniversary theme song for Nippon TV’s “Going! Sports & News” and as the image song for “DRAMATIC BASEBALL 2025.” With a sonic landscape that feels boundless and lyrics filled with a strong resolve toward the future, it gives listeners a powerful push forward.

An energetic number that resonates with anyone taking on a challenge.