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Nogizaka46’s ‘Zehinioyobazu’ Is No. 1 on Japan Hot 100

Nogizaka46’s “Zehinioyobazu” hits No. 1 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100, on the chart released July 29. The lead track from the group’s 42nd single,...
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BAND-MAID Talks ‘Energetic’ Single, ‘OKYU-JI’ Hiatus

BAND-MAID released their new single, “ENERGETIC,” on June 24, which marked their first release of 2026. The band has announced that in 2027, they’ll...
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her0ism Interview: Talks J-Pop’s Global Moment at MAJ & Grammys

During Award Week for MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 (MAJ), which brought together music industry professionals from around the world in Tokyo, the co-writing camp...
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Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s Two-Day ‘CEREMONY’ Show in Japan: Review

Mrs. GREEN APPLE presents CEREMONY — the new entertainment experience curated by the three-man band where fashion, music, and culture converge — unfolded over...
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Aooo Talk Road to Second Album ‘Rooom’: Interview

Japanese rock band Aooo recently dropped its second studio album called Rooom. The group features a dream-team lineup of four members with solid backgrounds:...
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Creepy Nuts’ First North American Tour, Including Coachella: Recap

The duo of rapper R-Shitei and turntablist DJ Matsunaga, Creepy Nuts have cemented their status as Japan‘s premier hip-hop act through the global smash...
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Nakamura Hak: Who Is the Artist Behind ‘Witch Hat Atelier’ Themes?

Among the standout titles of what critics are already calling a bumper spring 2026 anime season, one series and its musical collaborator have commanded...
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Sakurazaka46’s ‘Lonesome rabbit’ Tops Japan Hot 100

Sakurazaka46‘s “Lonesome rabbit” soars to No. 1 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100, on the list released June 17. The title track of the popular...
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FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL ’26: XG, Fujii Kaze & More Can’t-Miss Japan Acts

It’s shaping up to be one of the strongest years in recent memory for Japanese acts at FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL ’26. Punk legends Hi-STANDARD...
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Awich ‘Okinawan Wuman’ Interview: Billboard Japan Women In Music

Billboard Japan spoke with Awich for the latest installment of its Women in Music interview series. The initiative launched in 2022 to celebrate artists,...
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