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Marihiko Hara on His Artistic Vision & Its Culmination in ‘KOKUHO’

Billboard Japan spoke with composer Marihiko Hara, the composer of the score for the film KOKUHO, for its MONTHLY FEATURE series spotlighting artists and...

Ryota Takaji Talks Dancing in Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show

Unbound Japan is a new interview series spotlighting entertainment industry professionals who have built careers on the international stage. For its inaugural installment, Billboard...

MGA, aka Mrs. GREEN APPLE: A Beginner’s Guide to Japan’s Monster Band

Each year, the IFPI (International Federation of the Phonographic Industry) releases a Global Artist Chart recognizing the world’s best-selling artists of the previous year....

Yousuke Yukimatsu Interview: Genre-Defying DJ Taking World by Storm

Billboard JAPAN’s “MONTHLY FEATURE” series, present various artists and works that have caught its eye. This month, we spoke with ¥ØU$UK€ ¥UK1MAT$U, a Tokyo-based...

JIMMY and WEESA of PSYCHIC FEVER on the Group’s Evolution: Interview

In 2026, PSYCHIC FEVER continued expanding its overseas reach, taking on new challenges on a global scale. The group has been steadily building up...

KID PHENOMENON on the Evolution of Expression After SXSW 2026

Japan’s dance and vocal group KID PHENOMENON performed at SXSW 2026, held in Austin, Texas, from March 12 to 18. With a mission to...

Kroi & Bluey of Incognito on Encounter That Led to ‘Kinetic’: Interview

Kroi released their first new song of 2026, “Kinetic.” The song was produced by Incognito’s Bluey, who Kroi’s members are longtime fans of. Billboard JAPAN...

Juice=Juice Talk ‘More! Mi Amore,’ Share Views on Group’s Future

Billboard Japan caught up with members of Juice=Juice for its Monthly Feature series spotlighting artists and releases currently making an impact on the scene. Since...

A Musical Chemical Reaction (Interview)

In 2025, Lola Amour, one of the Philippines’ most iconic bands, won the Special Award: Philippine Popular Music at MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN, sometimes known...

On New Single ‘Lucky I Love You,’ 25th Anniversary

In 2026, AI is taking a new step forward. Last year marked the singer-songwriter’s 25th anniversary since her debut, a milestone year packed with a...

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