From high-energy performances to cultural immersion, the two-day LA event highlights the artists and trends driving Japan’s ...

The Vocaloid song of the year this year is DECO27’s “Monitoring.” On the mid-year list, Hiiragi Magnetite’s “Tetoris” edged ...

Here is the best Japanese rock/metal band from each of the last five decades, as chosen by Ryujin's Ryoji Shinomoto. There are so many incredible acts under the nebulous heavy music umbrella that have ...

MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN: The inaugural edition of MAJ hailed as the “Japanese Grammy Awards”—marked a groundbreaking moment in the nation’s music history. Jointly launched by five major Japanese music ...

This Billboard Japan interview explores how getting closer to fans overseas shifted their mindset in some ways and left other ...

The nominations for the Japan Music Awards 2026 have been announced, and several K-pop idols have scored multiple nods. From Jin, J-hope, Jimin, and Jungkook, all these artists will be competing in ...

MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN : The inaugural edition of MAJ hailed as the “Japanese Grammy Awards”—marked a groundbreaking moment in the nation’s music history. (Click here to read Review: Music Awards Japan, ...

Qobuz music streaming service is being rolled out in Japan, a market ripe for expansion. Hi-Res music streaming service Qobuz has announced its entry into the Japanese streaming market. Qobuzwas ...

If you're a record collector, a guitar nerd, a jazz head, a garage rocker, or a karaoke crooner, Tokyo is possibly the best place on the planet for music lovers. Before planning a trip to Japan's ...