[March 2026] The latest J-pop releases. Check out the buzzworthy new tracks!

Cold NightHANA

Cold Night

HANA’s “Cold Night” lets you feel a fierce strength—keeping an inner flame burning even while being battered by the cold night wind.

It’s a message song packed with resolve: even while carrying anxieties and loneliness that keep you from fully believing in yourself, you still take a step toward your dream.

Released as a single in January 2026, the track was chosen as the opening theme for season 2 of the TV anime Medalist, which depicts the world of figure skating.

Give it a listen on nights when you wish to change your reality or when you need to rally yourself.

Bride♡HOLICNerissa Ravencroft

[original MV] Bride♡HOLIC [hololive/Nerissa]

Nerissa Ravencroft of hololive English, renowned as the “Demon of Sound” for her overwhelming vocal prowess.

Released in January 2026, this track is a punchy denpa song produced by IOSYS’s ARM and Katahotori.

Its cute vocals expressing unrestrained feelings for a loved one interweave with a high-speed pop beat, creating an addictive hook you can’t get out of your head after a single listen.

Give it a spin when you want to get hyped.

DEAD CENTER feat. LiSAREOL

Reol – ‘DEAD CENTER feat. LiSA’ Music Video

This track, included on Reol’s album “Bijigaku” released in January 2026, became a hot topic as a collaboration featuring LiSA, a singer renowned for numerous anime themes and beloved both in Japan and abroad.

True to its title, which means “right down the middle” in English slang, its powerful message—like two paths merging head-on—teaches the importance of believing in yourself and forging ahead.

With cutting-edge beats and the two vocalists’ voices colliding vividly, it’s an uplifting tune perfect for those decisive, make-or-break moments.

ARTRyohei Abe / Ren Meguro(Snow Man)

Ryohei Abe / Ren Meguro ‘ART’ Music Video

A track with a comfortably immersive sound that feels like you’ve wandered into an art museum.

It’s a collaboration between Ryohei Abe and Ren Meguro of Snow Man, included on their 5th album “Onko Chishin,” released in November 2025.

The music video premiered on YouTube in January 2026, and the performance—featuring juniors like ACEes as backup dancers—sparked conversation for evoking the “traditions of the agency.” The duo’s mysterious vocal interplay and sophisticated dance draw listeners into a dreamlike world.

Be sure to take your time and savor it.

I’m being down to earth.Ryota Miyadate / Daisuke Sakuma(Snow Man)

Ryota Miyadate / Daisuke Sakuma “We’re Doing Earth” Music Video

The fiery intro that evokes a Super Sentai hero theme song instantly gets you pumped! This collaboration between Ryota Miyadate and Daisuke Sakuma of Snow Man is included on the album “Onko Chishin,” released in November 2025.

The music video dropped in January 2026 and became a hot topic.

Set to a catchy sound crafted by Kenichi Maeyamada, it boldly sings of love and gratitude for the Earth.

While it has a comedic touch, it also carries messages about the environment and manners, giving you that straighten-your-back feeling.

It’s a perfect cheer-up anthem for energizing your mornings.