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Latest J-Pop Releases [October 2025]

What new music will we encounter in the J-pop scene in October 2025? With the arrival of autumn, a wide variety of tracks have landed—from warm melodies perfect for the changing seasons to deeply emotional sounds that tug at the heart.

In this article, we’ll showcase a broad selection of standout releases from October 2025.

Whether you need background music for your commute or relaxation time, or you’re simply searching for fresh discoveries, here are the songs you should be listening to now.

You’re sure to find at least one track that grabs you!

Latest J-Pop Releases [October 2025] (81–90)

Blue MagicChōkyūmei

“Blue Magic” Music Video / ChoQ-May
Blue MagicChōkyūmei

The four-piece band Chokyuumei released “Blue Magic” in October 2025, which serves as the ending theme for the TV anime Blue Orchestra Season 2.

It’s a song woven by Rei around the theme of love that stays close to one’s struggles and loneliness.

Distinctive violin phrases are intricately interlaced, and over its dynamic sonic landscape, the small moments of everyday life overlap and grow into a story—that process is what the song portrays.

Its emotional sound, where sorrow and hope intersect, may resonate deeply when you look back on time spent with someone dear.

What is happiness?Chiba Yūki

Yuki Chiba — What Is Happiness? [Official Music Video]
What is happiness?Chiba Yūki

Released in October 2025, “What Is Happiness?” was selected as the theme song for the Kansai TV/Fuji TV Monday 10 p.m.

drama The Final Rondo — To You Whom I Can Never Meet Again.

With this track, Chiba ventured into a style reminiscent of kayōkyoku, emphasizing the melody line.

The lyrics, written in plain language about everyday struggles and ordinary views of happiness, speak to the universal question, “What is happiness?” It’s a moving song that gently comforts those who have experienced parting or loss of someone dear.

Paranoid RendezvousGen’in wa jibun ni aru.

“Paranoid Rendezvous” Performance Video | #The Cause Is Within Me. [GNJB]
Paranoid RendezvousGen'in wa jibun ni aru.

This is a song by Genin wa Jibun ni Aru, released as their 4th single in October 2025.

Written specifically for the group by Enon Kawatani, it features strikingly decadent string arrangements.

The themes weave in the masks and solitude of social media society.

In today’s world, everyone forces a smile for the perfect photo and hides their true feelings.

The lyrics call for breaking free from that suffocating facade and cherishing genuine, heart-to-heart connection.

It’s a track that resonates when you’re weary of the digital age.

Latest episodewanuka

Latest Episode / Wanuka [Music Video]
Latest episodewanuka

This song portrays the unique embarrassment and courage of adolescent love with true-to-life emotions.

It serves as the ending theme for the TV anime “A Star Brighter Than the Sun,” and it perfectly marries Wanuka’s distinctive word choice with the sound arrangement crafted together with Hyakkai Outo.

The lyrics delicately express the feelings of being unable to be honest precisely because you care about the other person, and they’re sure to resonate with many listeners.

Released in October 2025, this fresh and vibrant anime song is one you should definitely check out.

Mirror feat. Kosuke Saitoieiri reo

Leo Ieiri – “Mirror feat. Kosuke Saito” (Music Video)
Mirror feat. Kosuke Saitoieiri reo

This is a collaboration between the accomplished singer-songwriter Leo Ieiri and Kosuke Saito of UNISON SQUARE GARDEN.

Released digitally in October 2025, the song was written as the theme for NTV’s Wednesday drama “ESCAPE: It Was Supposed to Be a Kidnapping.” Featuring lyrics that use mirrors as a motif, it portrays the struggle of facing oneself and a world where reality and illusion intersect.

The two voices overlap as if in dialogue, creating profound emotional depth.

It’s a duet that gently supports the hearts of those who keep pursuing their dreams.