Latest J-Pop Releases [September 2025]

periodIkuta Erika

Erika Ikuta “Period” Rec Video

Erika Ikuta captivates many with her overwhelming expressive power.

Released in September 2025, this work is a ballad that portrays the resolve to bring a long-standing romance to an end by one’s own choice, and the bittersweet determination to move forward.

The struggle over whether to continue or to let go is depicted with striking realism, and it really hits home.

If you’ve ever made a major decision in love, you’ll likely feel a deep empathy for that pain.

With delicate piano lines and breath-like vocals that gently nestle close to your heart, it’s a sentimental track.

KICK BACK (Frost Children Remix)Yonezu Kenshi

[Ado] Ado sings Kenshi Yonezu's 'KICK BACK' [clip]

Kenshi Yonezu, a singer-songwriter who continues to expand the musical possibilities of the J-POP scene.

His track “KICK BACK,” which held the No.

1 spot on Billboard JAPAN’s anime chart for 21 consecutive weeks, has been remixed by New York artists Frost Children.

Released in September 2025 to commemorate the streaming of the TV anime Chainsaw Man: Compilation, this version reconstructs the original’s hysteric impulse with even sharper electronic sound.

Let yourself be swept away by this wave of sound.

PremaFuji Kaze

Fujii Kaze – Prema [Official video]

Fujii Kaze, the singer-songwriter who has won numerous awards for “Love All Serve All” and now enjoys worldwide acclaim.

“Prema” is the title track from his all-English album released in September 2025.

Born from his guiding principle of “creating songs that feel classic,” the piece is truly a prayer through music.

True to its title—Sanskrit for “supreme love”—it unfolds a grand, expansive world.

The lyrics, which sing of universal love, quietly stay by your side when you want to face yourself.

Lend your ears to its sacred sound.

Assaulted by a love song＝LOVE

=LOVE (Equal Love) / 19th Single “Attacked by a Love Song” [MV full]

=LOVE is an idol group produced by Rino Sashihara.

Their 19th single, “Attacked by a Love Song,” set for release in October 2025, is a cute track about the impulses of love, featuring Maika Sasaki in the center position.

With an earnest message—wanting their feelings to be noticed even if their love is exposed—it vividly captures the exhilaration right before a romance begins.

The protagonist, swept away by a sudden rush of emotion, evokes listeners’ sweet and bittersweet memories.

DearBUDDiiS

BUDDiiS「Dear」Official Music Video

BUDDiiS is a dance and vocal group gaining attention for their DIY style, with members themselves involved in production.

“Dear” is a song released on September 16, 2025—the anniversary of the group’s formation—crafted as a gift to express gratitude to their fans.

Its gentle, calm melody is interwoven with the members’ warm vocals and rap.

The sincere lyrics, which convey a promise to stay by your side and keep protecting you no matter what, will likely make many listeners think of someone precious to them.

A heartwarming pop tune that stays close to you.