Latest J-Pop releases [December 2025]

You Got Thism-flo

m-flo / “You Got This” Official Music Video

m-flo is a group that fuses a wide range of genres and constantly pursues innovative sounds.

“You Got This,” their first track in about seven years created solely by the three members—LISA, VERBAL, and ☆Taku—is a number brimming with positive energy.

While carrying anxieties yet choosing to move forward, the song expresses that resolve over a danceable beat.

It’s a perfect anthem for when you want to fire yourself up.

Bloom proudly, idolsakura miko

[MV] Bloom Proudly, Idol / Sakura Miko

Sakura Miko from hololive production.

Produced by HoneyWorks, this release is classic idol pop filled with her trademark sincerity and sparkle.

The lyrics capture a powerful resolve: overcoming the uncertainty and frustration of her early days and racing toward the stage of her dreams—just listening makes your heart swell.

It’s an encouraging message that reflects her journey so far, gratitude to her fans, and hope for the future.

Give it a listen when you want to feel positive.

Climinal SpaceUorupisukātā

Wolpis Carter MV 'Climinal Space'

Vocalist Wolpis Carter captivates listeners with an overwhelming high-tone voice.

“Climinal Space,” written specifically for this release by Vocaloid producer Satsuki, is a thrilling track that portrays the feeling of being cornered by layered lies.

Released as a digital single in December 2025, it features an aggressive sound with guitarist Hiromoto Hiraishin, and a structure where razor-edge high notes collide with the instrumentation—it’s fantastic.

It’s a tense rock tune that’s perfect for blasting away everyday frustration when you need a cathartic reset.

I Sing a Love Song to You Across a Hundred Years. feat. aixeNatsunose

I Sing a Love Song to You Across a Hundred Years. feat. aixe

Composer Natsunose, known for creating songs that evoke nostalgic scenes, has gained widespread popularity.

Released in December 2025 as a collaboration with Yozora Fuyuno’s novel “A Song of Love to You Across a Hundred Years,” this piece recreates in reality the song written by the story’s protagonist.

Featuring vocalist aixe, the track blends her crystal-clear voice with the heartrending narrative in a delicate harmony.

The lyrics, which express feelings that transcend time, may grip your heart even more deeply when listened to after reading the novel.

It’s an emotional song that invites you to fully immerse yourself in its world.

Whey!runrun

[Original MV] Hey!/Way! [Runrun / NIJISANJI]

Lunlun, a VTuber from NIJISANJI who captivates fans with a unique presence and deft word choice.

Released in December 2025, this work marks her fourth digital single.

The lyrics and melody were written by Lunlun herself, with track production by Kijibato of Dream Monster.

Its passionate pursuit of an object of admiration and its uplifting message of self-encouragement powerfully push forward anyone striving toward their dreams.

It’s an upbeat tune that fills you with energy just by listening.

The City Where Whales Fallrokudenashi

Rokudenashi “The City Where Whales Fall” / Rokudenashi – Official Music Video

An epic number whose overwhelming sense of scale and delicate scenic detail strikes straight to the heart.

It’s a track by Rokudenashi, a project featuring vocalist Ninjin and a team of cutting-edge creators, which opened their second album, “Rokka,” released in December 2025.

Lyrics and composition are by Mafumafu.

From a breath-stealing hush to a sudden, panoramic burst, the dynamic progression makes your chest tighten with emotion.

The sound—where the night sky seems to melt into the sea—and the grounded, resonant vocals convey feelings of loneliness and urgent longing with painful clarity.

It offers an immersive experience, as if you were watching a single feature film.

Merry Christmas, My HeartNakamori Akina

Merry Christmas, My Heart

Akina Nakamori, whose one-of-a-kind voice colored the music scene of the Showa era and continues to captivate countless listeners today.

Released in December 2025, this work is a Christmas song composed by Nakamori herself.

The lyrics evoke city lights sparkling on street corners, the distant peal of bells, and a warm drink in your hands, conjuring a serene sense of joy on Christmas Eve.

It’s a sophisticated holiday song that gently accompanies a night spent with someone special or a quiet moment reflecting on the year.