Latest J-Pop Releases [October 2025]

RomanceMarushii

Romance

This is a song by Marcy, a three-piece rock band from Fukuoka.

Released digitally in October 2025, the track candidly expresses a longing that grows painfully strong and a wish to stay together forever.

As the narrator counts the things they love about the other person, their desire to fulfill this once-in-a-lifetime, special romance resonates in the heart alongside a warm melody.

The song was chosen as the theme for the fashion event TGC Kitakyushu 2025 and is also included on the album “Flavors,” released in November 2025.

It’s a heartfelt pop-rock tune recommended for anyone who’s experienced a bittersweet unrequited love or who feels happiness in everyday moments with someone special.

IDOLICNakajima Kento

Kento Nakajima "IDOLIC" Music Video

Kento Nakajima’s second single, released in October 2025, is a killer tune where idol appeal and a dark aesthetic fuse together.

As the keyword “Hyper Sexy”—created to express his own identity—suggests, the weighty sound and sleek choreography are seriously cool.

It really captures, through music, a vision of an ever-evolving idol.

Enjoy this track with your eyes and ears!

Offering (sacrificial victim) -nie-Yoshino

[Official MV] Sacrifice - nie - / Yoshino

A song by Yoshino released in October 2025 as the opening theme for the TV anime “I Want to Eat You, Inhuman.” It portrays searing emotions that waver between loneliness and obsession, between devouring and being devoured, set to a theatrical rock sound.

Yoshino’s vocals move between edgy power and delicate nuance, highlighting the work’s beautiful worldview.

I imagine many listeners will relate to the bittersweet feeling of yearning for someone even while carrying loneliness.

Eenie Meenie Lost ChildŌgami Mio

[MV] Eeny Meeny Lost Child / Ookami Mio

Hololive VTuber Mio Ookami released a song in October 2025 that was chosen as the theme for the third cour of the TV anime “Nmeneko.” Written, composed, and arranged by Akki, its gently phrased lyrics weave in sentiments about choices, adventure, and cherishing time spent with loved ones.

Don’t miss the adorable animated music video by Gomahichi.

It’s an anime pop track that will lift your spirits.

MafiosaInugami Korone

[Original Anime MV] Mafiosa / Inugami Korone (official)

This is a track released by Korone Inugami in October 2025.

Provided by FAKE TYPE., it marks a striking shift from her previous pop style to an aggressive sound.

The beat-driven track features highly challenging rap parts.

The lyrics depict emotions that hold self-affirmation and rebelliousness at the same time.

It’s a recommended song for when you want something edgier and different from the usual.

Gimimokuzunoha

[MV] GIMIMO / Kuzuha

Kuzuha, a VTuber from NIJISANJI.

Released in June 2025, this track is an electro tune written and composed by nqrse.

Its dark sound, where sensuality and aggression intersect, intertwines with Kuzuha’s voice to create an addictive result.

The lyrics, which depict being honest with one’s own desires and emotions, are also striking.

It might be a great listen when you want to blow away the frustrations of everyday life.

Amidakuji (Japanese lottery method)chōgakusei

[Chogakusei] Amida Lottery

This is a song by Chogakusei released digitally in October 2025 as the opening theme for the second cour (Nerima arc) of the TV anime “Tougen Anki.” It’s a rock number that confronts weighty themes like fate and justice head-on, with lyrics, composition, and arrangement by Yuki Tsujimura.

The track boldly sings of the resolve to survive in turbulent times and of self-affirmation, featuring a powerful sound and vocals that are sharp yet passionate.

It’s a work we hope everyone who is striving to move forward while facing inner conflict will listen to.