Latest J-Pop Releases [October 2025]

Wanna beteddyloid

Wanna be

Producer TeddyLoid, known for electronic music and his work on anime and game soundtracks, has created this ambitious new track as the opening theme for the TV anime “Tōjima Tanzaburō Wants to Be Kamen Rider,” airing from October 2025.

Featuring Shigeru Matsuzaki and TOPHAMHAT-KYO, the song pairs a powerful four-on-the-floor beat—channeling the fervor of a hero-struck protagonist—with razor-sharp synth leads.

In the chorus, Matsuzaki’s soaring high notes explode, sonically amplifying the series’ central theme of transformation.

A must-listen for fans of hero stories!

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timelesz "Recipe" (YouTube Ver.)

This song, one of the tracks on a double A-side single, was chosen as the theme for the TV Asahi drama “Papa to Oyaji no Uchi Gohan.” It’s a piece that closely aligns with the drama’s worldview, in which member So Matsushima stars and Shuto Inomata appears.

It gently sings about everyday happiness, layering the idea of time spent with someone and mutual support onto the word “recipe.” The music video is set in a kindergarten, capturing the members as teachers interacting with the children, and the warm scenes are truly wonderful.

Please take in their positive message.

two peopleOguri Kyappu (CV: Takayanagi Tomoyo) Tamamo Kurosu (CV: Oozora Naomi)

Anime 'Umamusume: Cinderella Gray' Season 2 Non-Credit ED Video | Oguri Cap (CV: Kito Akari), Tamamo Cross (CV: Naomi Ozora) 'Futari'

This is the duet that closed out the second cour of the anime “Umamusume: Cinderella Gray.” It’s sung by Tomoyo Takayanagi as Oguri Cap and Naomi Ozora as Tamamo Cross.

Hitomi from Atarayo wrote and composed the song, delicately portraying a world that only these two—so single-minded about running—can reach.

With its emotional sound, it beautifully depicts their relationship as rivals who nonetheless support each other.

Take your time listening and let your thoughts drift to the story.

You’re a pioneer too.monoburaito

Monobright “You’re a Pioneer” MUSIC VIDEO

The second installment in MONOBRIGHT’s three-month consecutive release project.

Released in October 2025, this track was created based on vocalist Yosuke Momono’s experiences playing on his high school soccer team.

Hideaki Iwanaka’s crisp drumming, Hiroyuki Deguchi’s commanding bass, Shogo Matsushita’s expansive guitar, and Momono’s powerful vocals come together to deliver an energetic ensemble.

Coupled with uplifting lyrics, it really fires you up.

A rock tune for everyone who keeps challenging themselves, even while struggling.

f.r.i.e.n.d.sHirai Dai

Hirai Dai / f.r.i.e.n.d.s (Lyric Video)

Released in October 2025, this work is a heartwarming pop number themed around “friendship,” just as the title suggests.

It’s a song whose gentle sound and vocals really sink in, featuring a children’s chorus recruited through the fan club.

Its straightforward message that resonates with everyone—from adults to kids—is truly wonderful.

It’s a friendship song that makes you want to hum along with someone you love.

Reach to the heavensMatsutōya Yumi

Yumi Matsutoya – Reach to the Heavens

This piece was written by Yumi Matsutoya, one of Japan’s most iconic singer-songwriters, as the theme song for the drama “When I Was Little, There Was a God,” which began airing in October 2025.

Its nostalgic melody, the harmony that layers her past vocals—recreated with AI technology—with her present voice, and its grand soundscape resonate deeply.

It carries a curious, floating sensation, as if traveling through multiple dimensions.

A gentle autumn song that links the past and the present.

aliveMoriyama Naotaro

Naotaro Moriyama / “Ikiteiru” Music Video

This piece is included on Yumizuruhanoha, one of the two concept albums—Yumizuruhanoha and Yeeeehaaaaw—released by Naotaro Moriyama in October 2025.

It’s a song that gazes into the very source of life.

Built solely around piano and strings, its ambient soundscape gently envelops the tremors and transience of everyday life.

Moriyama’s deep, folk-rooted vocals and lyrical melody resonate in the heart.

It’s a track that quietly stays by your side when you lose your way in life.