[February 2026] Latest J‑Pop releases. Check out the hottest new tracks!

Amazing GraceNEW!Teshima Aoi

Amazing Grace

Since her debut in Studio Ghibli’s Tales from Earthsea, singer Aoi Teshima has continued to captivate many with her one-of-a-kind whispery voice.

This single was created as the theme song for the film Farewell, Before Long, set for release in February 2026, and features her unique interpretation of a hymn that has been sung around the world.

Produced by Seiji Kameda, the track offers a cleansing blend of vocals and sound.

It’s a song that gently stays by your side when you’re seeking peace.

RecontinueNEW!retororiron

Recontinue

Retro Riron is a band formed by graduates of Senzoku Gakuen College of Music, drawing attention with their solid musicianship and genre-defying sound.

Released in advance in January 2026, this track serves as the lead single from their eagerly awaited first full-length album, “Collection Alone.” Its message—that even while carrying doubt and vulnerability, it’s vital to keep walking your own path—stirs the listener’s heart.

The arrangement features a chorus sung by all members, evoking the sense of unity you can imagine at their live shows.

The song has become a hot topic, selected for power play on around 30 radio stations nationwide.

It’s a powerful anthem for anyone who wants to change their present situation.

AIZONEW!King Gnu

TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3: Culling Game Part 1 — Non-Credit Opening Movie / Opening Theme: King Gnu “AIZO” | Airing every Thursday at 12:26 AM (24:26) on 28 MBS/TBS network stations!!

King Gnu is a four-piece rock band that continues to lead Japan’s music scene with overwhelming originality and high-caliber performance.

Their single “AIZO,” which began advance streaming on January 9, 2026, has drawn attention for being written as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3: “Shibuya Incident—Part 1.” Its hybrid sound—skillfully switching between synth bass and electric bass—aligns with the anime’s tense worldview, exerting a captivating pull on listeners.

Meticulously constructed programmed drums and whirlwind-like shifts race through your mind, making it an aggressive, cutting-edge rock tune.

Tell me your phone number!NEW!≒JOY

≒JOY (Nearly Equal Joy) / 4th single title track “Tell Me Your Phone Number!” [MV full]

Released early in January 2026 and officially launched as the 4th single in February, this track is a classic idol pop song that captures the initial impulses at the start of love.

It expresses those sweet, bittersweet feelings of wanting to get closer to someone you like and mustering the courage to ask for their contact—sure to make listeners’ hearts flutter.

The dance music video set in a school, featuring center Kanoa Amano’s adorable charm, is another highlight.

Be sure to check out their fresh, vibrant vocals.

The color of happinessNEW!Onda Masanori

The color of happiness

Masamori Onda, a singer-songwriter who gained attention after posting on TikTok, released “The Color of Happiness.” It’s a ballad that blends tenderness with heartbreak, expressing lingering feelings for a former lover.

The song was chosen as the ending theme for the drama “Kimbap and Onigiri: Two Lovers Alike Yet Different.” There’s also a moving backstory: Onda reworked a chorus he originally wrote at 19, completing it for the first time in about three and a half years.

It’s a perfect track for those freshly heartbroken, those who can’t quite let go, or anyone who wants to reflect on a past love.

LiberaNEW!Suda Keina

Keina Suda – Libera (Music Video)

Keina Suda, who enjoys immense popularity not only as a singer-songwriter but also as a Vocaloid producer, released this track in January 2026.

It was written as the opening theme for the drama “We’re the Bad Barbers.” The sharp guitar riffs intertwine with Suda’s distinctive melodic lines to create an addictive, heart-stirring effect.

Its buoyant groove also makes you want to move your body, which is part of its appeal.

It’s the perfect rock number for blowing away a hazy mood or when you’re craving a jolt of excitement.

LOVE 2000NEW!tsuru and kame

Tsuru and Kame “LOVE 2000” Official Music Video

Formed by Jutaro Yamanaka of M!LK and Aloha Takamatsu of Chotokkyu, who co-star in the film “Pure Love, Bring It On!”, Tsuru and Kame is a limited-time unit.

Released on January 15, 2026, this track is an upbeat tune created as the movie’s theme song.

Boldly covering hitomi’s smash hit from 2000, the arrangement brilliantly fuses the original’s forward-looking power with a contemporary dance beat.

The contrasting personas they play in the film—honor student and rebel—intertwine in their vocals and performance to deliver a striking impact on listeners.

It’s a danceable pop number perfect not only for amping up excitement ahead of the film’s release, but also for times when you want to recharge with positive energy.