Latest J-Pop Releases [August 2025]

KOGYA`S KITCHENKOGYARU

KOGYARU / KOGYA`S KITCHEN【Official Music Video】

This is a delightful work born from the unexpected pairing of hip-hop and cooking.

Released in August 2025, it showcases a playful charm that’s quite different from the cool attitude shown in the debut track “SHIRANKEDO.” Guiding you through how to make chicken rice and omurice with a rap is such a unique idea.

Plus, the catchy phrases over a drill beat and the para-para choreography—complete with an official practice video—make you want to move your body and groove along! It’s a surefire crowd-pleaser to play at a party with friends.

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Deep Forest

This is a song by King & Prince that drew attention because member Kaito Takahashi penned the lyrics himself.

The track is included on their 17th single, “What We Got ~Kiseki wa Kimi to~ / I Know,” released in August 2025.

As the title suggests, its allure lies in a mysterious, delicate world—like exploring a quiet forest deep within the heart.

You can vividly picture the protagonist, lost in doubt and inner conflict, desperately searching for a faint glimmer of light.

It’s the perfect song for nights when you want to face yourself deeply or sink into quiet contemplation.

A CHA CHA CHAKis-my-ft2

Kis-My-Ft2 /「A CHA CHA CHA」Music Video

This track’s comfortable beat, inspired by ’90s hip-hop, perfectly boosts that grown-up summer vacation vibe.

The lyrics paint a scene of summer spent with close friends, adding just a touch of spice to everyday life.

It’s full of ease and playfulness, and it really lifts your spirits.

Perfect for a summer drive, and just right as party BGM for hanging out and chatting with friends! Make sure to enjoy the catchy lines that will have you singing along before you know it!

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Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Summer Shadow” Official Music Video

This is a pop tune that carries the faint signs of summer’s end, leaving a bittersweet yet comforting afterglow.

Created by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, the song was written as the theme for Kirin’s “Gogo no Kocha” commercial featuring Ren Meguro of Snow Man and Ayami Nakajo.

Released as the fifth installment of their five-month release run in 2025, it drew attention for being their first title to bear “summer” in about seven years, since the classic Aoto Natsu (“Blue and Summer”).

Through vivid summer imagery, the lyrics gently touch the tender parts of the heart, capturing inexpressible excitement and a wavering resolve.

It’s an emotional rock ballad perfect for when you want to sink into a sentimental mood.

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[Official Music Video] Ohran-in / MyGO!!!!! [Original Song]

This is a track by MyGO!!!!!, a rock band from the multimedia project BanG Dream! Officially described as a “hardcore number,” the song features a tightly locked rhythm section and driving guitar riffs that surge forward in unison, delivering a sound that distills the energy of a live performance.

The lyrics reflect both the fragility of trying to protect oneself and the strong will to step beyond that shell.

It’s a song that gives a powerful push to anyone who, despite doubts and inner conflict, wants to take a step forward.

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Number_i – Unidentified Area (U.M.A.) [Official Music Video]

A work by Number_i that radiates a strong resolve to explore their own inner cosmos and step into uncharted territory.

While rooted in J-pop, its avant-garde sound—woven with elements of hip-hop and R&B—leaves a striking impression.

The challenging lyrics, which push toward surpassing their own limits, mesh perfectly with the track’s tone.

Released in August of the same year as the lead single from the album “No.II,” out in September 2025.

A powerful song that urges you to break conventions and transform into a new self.

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Official HIGE DANDism – Rashisa [Official Audio]

This song was written as the theme for the theatrical anime “Hyakuemu,” which portrays young people taking on track and field.

The members deeply resonated with the original story, and the song was created from that connection.

The lyrics carry a powerful message: overcome the conflicts and self-denial born from competition and discover your true self.

Its driving rock sound and emotional vocals perfectly mirror the characters who keep moving forward without giving up.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you’re striving toward a big goal or struggling with your sense of self.