Latest J-Pop Releases [October 2025]

Live, brilliantlyikimonogakari

Live, brilliantly

This is a new song written by Ikimonogakari as the opening theme for the sixth season of the anime Kingdom.

It will be released digitally in October 2025, followed by a CD single in December.

The expansive sound arrangement, which complements the grand worldview of the anime set in the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, and the lyrics that celebrate living earnestly, are deeply moving.

When you want to charge toward your dreams and goals, this song is sure to give you strength.

if you comeAqua Timez

if you come

Released in October 2025, “if you come” was written specifically for Fuji TV’s New Tokyo Water Police and stands as the band’s final song after their reunion.

Its lyrics carry the message of moving forward in the present even while bearing difficulties, resonating with those who refuse to give up hope.

The melodious, dynamic band sound is striking as well.

It’s a gem of a rock track that symbolizes their career.

Present PerfectBAND-MAID

BAND-MAID / Present Perfect (Official Music Video)

“May” is the lead track from BAND-MAID’s EP SCOOOOOP, released in October 2025.

It’s a song with a dramatic melody and a weighty band sound that tugs at the heart.

The lyrics, which speak to the will to move forward, are a perfect match.

The powerful guitar riffs and delicate vocal sensibility are exquisitely balanced, further deepening their emotional rock expression.

It’s a passionate, powerful rock tune to play when you need the courage to face something or a push to keep going.

I Want You BackBE:FIRST

BE:FIRST / I Want You Back -Official Audio-

BE:FIRST covers a classic by The Jackson 5.

Released ahead of their best-of album BE:ST, which came out in October 2025, this track serves as the lead single.

It employs a hip-hop-inspired approach: recording a live band through the legendary Neve 8068 console, then reconstructing those performances as sampled material.

The dense arrangement—where rap and harmonies fuse with the propulsive energy of the Motown sound—is irresistible.

It’s a landmark number where the timeless groove of the ’60s and ’70s meets a contemporary sensibility.

SWISH DATPSYCHIC FEVER

PSYCHIC FEVER – SWISH DAT (Official Music Video)

This track, released digitally by PSYCHIC FEVER in October 2025, showcases the group’s continued growth as a dance and vocal act competing on the world stage.

It was selected as the opening theme for Kamen no Ninja Akakage, a tokusatsu drama produced by TV Asahi and Toei.

While grounded in hip-hop and R&B, the song skillfully weaves in nuances of traditional Japanese instruments.

Its heavy, bass-driven beat interlaces each member’s rap and vocals, exuding a cool, stylish vibe reminiscent of ninjas racing under the moonlight.

Highly recommended for fans of urban music.

speech and writingRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Hitsu Zetsu / Inexpressible [Official Music Video]

Recorded for the album Anyu, released to mark the 20th anniversary of their major-label debut, this track centers on the theme of feelings “beyond words,” as its title suggests.

Names lingering in a phone book, memories that gradually fade, emotions left unsaid—its lyrics weave life’s pain and emptiness from such everyday fragments, piercing the listener’s heart.

The lyrical melody unfolding over a medium-tempo band sound feels like watching a single film from start to finish.

It’s a number we hope those at a turning point in life will take the time to listen to.

Dreamer’s HighROF-MAO

ROF-MAO – Dreamers High

This work was released in October 2025 to commemorate the 4th anniversary of ROF-MAO, a four-member VTuber unit from NIJISANJI.

It’s a straightforward cheer song that expresses their determination to pursue their dreams and their resolve to move forward onto uncharted paths.

Even if others laugh and call it reckless, the song celebrates their willingness to give it their all—and just by listening, you’ll feel courage welling up inside.

Perfect for when you want to take a step toward your dreams or boost your positive mindset!