Japanese vocal brass unit CiON has unveiled the visuals for their 3rd single “Katsubo,” released today, June 3. “Katsubo” serves as the ending theme song for That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 4, one of the world’s most popular ongoing anime franchises. Since the anime premiered on April 3, the emotionally charged rock ballad has quickly captured […]
In celebration of Mitski’s new song “I’ll Change for You”, from her forthcoming album Nothing’s About to Happen to Me, selected thrift stores around the world are participating in the Second-Hand Shop event, running now through 20th February. Announced via @TheMitskiVerse, fans can visit participating stores to shop and create looks inspired by the album’s […]
Rising Japanese boy group ONE OR EIGHT has released their highly anticipated first mini album GATHER, bringing together the defining tracks of their debut era alongside new material. Blending fearless experimentation with global sonic influences and an empowering narrative of unity and ambition, the album reflects the group’s mission, as Japan’s next generation boy group, […]
Universal Music Japan announced on October 14 that it had removed Ado’s ‘Aishite Aishite Aishite’ music video, after confirming that parts of the visuals were used without permission from the original creators, Sashitama. The song was composed by Vocaloid producer Kikuo in 2012, and the original visuals were created by video artist Akatamago and illustrator […]
There’s no mistaking Japanese rapper Awich. Born as Akiko Urasaki, Awich—which is short for “Asian Wish Child”—has been breaking ground in the music scene for almost two decades now. Since she debuted in the industry back in 2006, she has consistently stayed true to herself, proudly showcasing her Okinawan background. Even after facing personal tragedy […]
Crunchyroll, the global brand for anime, has announced that iconic Japanese vocalist Ado will embark on her second world tour, Ado WORLD TOUR 2025 “Hibana” Powered by Crunchyroll, reaching even more fans worldwide next year. Ado WORLD TOUR 2025 “Hibana” Powered by Crunchyroll is gearing up to be one of the biggest world tours ever […]
Former members from powerhouse J-pop group, King & Prince, reunite to form a new sensational music group, Number_I. This dynamic trio composed of Sho Hirano, Yuta Jinguji, and Yuta Kishi, is all set to leave their mark on the music industry, and they’re doing it in style under the renowned TOBE record label. The group’s […]
A shocking incident has occurred in Tokyo’s upscale shopping district, Ginza, leaving Japan in disbelief. In broad daylight, masked individuals swiftly smashed through display cases at a watch store, snatching over a hundred Rolexes, valued at $700,000. The entire act was caught on tape by astonished onlookers, who couldn’t believe their eyes. Some even thought […]
Despite the Japanese government’s recent relaxation of mask-wearing rules, a whopping 93% of working adults still choose to wear the protective gear as part of their daily routine. According to a survey conducted by Tokyo-based career development agency Laibo, 39.6% of respondents wear masks “unconditionally,” meaning they’re not gonna let anything stop them from keeping […]