Latest J-Pop Releases [October 2025]

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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.

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Karanoa – Ban (Official Music Video) [TV Anime “Gachiakuta” Cour 2 Ending Theme]

Released by Karanoa in October 2025, this track was produced as the ending theme for the second cour of the TV anime Gachi Akuta.

It features an experimental sound design that incorporates everyday noises such as the clanging of cans, the banging of a frying pan, and the crumpling of paper, expanding into a chaotic sonic landscape where programmed beats and live instruments blend seamlessly.

The lyrics depict the conflict between two people who come into opposition due to subtle differences in their environments and circumstances, closely linking with the anime’s worldview.

It’s the perfect number for those seeking stimulation in their everyday lives.

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Young Skinny – True Feelings [Official Music Video]

It’s a song about a heartbreaking love—being tossed around by a loved one’s sloppiness, yet forgiving them while keeping unspoken feelings inside.

Created by Young Skinny, it’s set for release in October 2025.

With a dramatic arrangement featuring strings, tempo changes, and key modulations, it reflects the protagonist’s wavering emotions.

True to their style of singing candidly about real romantic feelings, the track feels unmistakably theirs.

It’s a number that will especially resonate with anyone who’s ever put on a brave face in front of someone they like.

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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.

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MADKID / Mad Pulse [Music Video] (TV anime “DIGIMON BEATBREAK” opening theme)

Released in October 2025 as the opening theme for the anime DIGIMON BEATBREAK, this track is a rock tune bursting with MADKID’s energetic performance.

Centered on the theme of believing in yourself and keeping your rhythm, the lyrics use music and beats as metaphors to deliver a powerful message.

The aggressive arrangement, weaving together guitar sounds and rap, is incredibly cool.

When you feel like you’re losing your pace, this song might give you the strength you need.

Beneath the Disguise feat. Kobo Kannaeru, Kasane Teto, Giga & TeddyLoidMAISONdes

TV anime Gnosia non-credit opening movie | MAISONdes “Bakeno Kawa (Sheepskin) feat. Kobo & Kanaeru, Kasane Teto, Giga & TeddyLoid” [Airs every Saturday from 24:00 starting 10/11]

Released in October 2025 as the opening theme for the anime Gnosia, this ambitious work brings together Hololive VTuber Kobo Kanaeru and the synthesized voice library Kasane Teto in a long-awaited collaboration.

The tense, thrilling electronic sound crafted by Giga and TeddyLoid merges with Misumi’s enigmatic worldbuilding to portray a story swirling with suspicion and deceit.

A thrilling pop tune that drew attention as a new point of contact between the virtual scene and anime music.

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Mega Shinnosuke – Let's Eat Rice (Official Music Video)

Mega Shinnosuke, an artist drawing attention for his genreless musicality.

“Gohan Tabeyo,” a song written as the opening theme for the TV anime Hiroshi Nohara: The Way of Lunch, is a breezy pop tune built around acoustic guitar with a delightfully light rhythm.

Its message—bringing color to the heart through everyday meals—gently accompanies you through weary days.

It’s a warm number that softly untangles the minds of those leading busy lives.