Latest J-Pop Releases [October 2025]

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Sakurazaka46 “Unhappy Birthday Syntax” Music Video

The 13th single, “Unhappy birthday Syntax,” released in October 2025, is a track that shines with a dark aesthetic, themed around the loneliness and inner conflict one feels on what is supposed to be a celebratory birthday.

Its ethereal yet unsettling sound brilliantly captures inner turmoil.

The lyrics sharply depict despair and nihilism about growing older.

It also drew attention for being the first time third-generation member Yuu Murai served as center.

Be sure to give this daring idol song a listen.

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RIM – No Money | from Kamitsubaki

Released in October 2025, this work is themed around the “fleeting sense of invincibility” that arrives during heavy drinking meant to sever anxiety and despair.

Behind the questions about a future that’s been erased, and the words of refusal—choosing not to love, not to expect—lies an urgent longing to go far away.

I imagine many younger listeners will resonate with its sound, where strangeness and familiarity coexist.

It might be a good listen when you’re feeling worn out by everyday life.

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[AKASAKI] Embracing Oldies / Natsumelo – The Old Songs I Hold (Lyric Video)

This is a work released by singer-songwriter AKASAKI in October 2025.

It portrays a girl who keeps running forward with her memories, suffused with nostalgia for days gone by.

The lyrics delicately capture the flow of time and a wistful, nostalgic feeling that stirs up the “back then” everyone carries.

It may resonate especially with those who treasure their youthful memories.

Why not let this emotional pop tune take you back to the past?

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My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON ED Creditless Video / ED Theme: “I” by BUMP OF CHICKEN / MHA ED

Written as the ending theme for the TV anime My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON, this song was released in October 2025.

BUMP OF CHICKEN, whose members are all fans of MHA, crafted a track that respects the world of the series while infusing it with their own interpretation.

Within its exhilarating, fast-paced sound, hope and urgency intersect, embedding themes that mirror the protagonists’ conflicts and choices.

It’s a song that gives courage to everyone who, despite their struggles, is trying to move forward.

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GANG PARADE「Happy Yummy Lucky Yummy」Music Video

A song released by GANG PARADE as the opening theme for the anime “Debu to Love to Ayamachi to!” The lyrics were written by Yumeno Yua, capturing the positivity and cuteness of the anime’s protagonist, Yumeko.

The track’s catchy melody and the dramatic mid-song shift keep listeners engaged, and the more you listen, the more addictive it becomes.

Give it a listen when you want to feel positive or need an energy boost.

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Hey! Say! JUMP – “GHOST” [Official Music Video]

Hey! Say! JUMP’s “GHOST,” digitally released in October 2025, captivates with its stylish sound that fuses strings and electronic tones.

With a unique vibe that blends a dark atmosphere and playful charm, it brilliantly captures the thrill of late-night excitement.

As a Halloween song, it’s perfect as background music for parties with friends.

Dive into the world of cool yet irresistibly endearing ghosts.

Our SongHi-STANDARD

Our Song

A track from the mini-album “Screaming Newborn Baby,” released in November 2025 by Hi-STANDARD, the punk rock band that set a milestone in melodic hardcore in the ’90s and resumed activity after a long hiatus.

Following the passing of Akira Totsuoka, ZAX from The BONEZ joined as the new drummer, marking the first step of the band’s new lineup.

It’s a rock tune that kicks off with a poppy guitar phrase, singing of an unwavering resolve to keep chasing dreams and the unchanging bonds of friendship despite the passage of time.

While retaining the powerful punch characteristic of punk, the lyrics add a mature perspective shaped by the years, resonating with anyone striving to move forward with love for family and friends in their heart.