Japan Top 10 (日本のトップ10) JPOP HITS!

Welcome everyone to another episode of Japan Top 10. We’ve got some great new songs from a variety of artists. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this month's Top 10 countdown. Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G Hosted by: Haru & Brinton Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join Connor and Andy discuss the viral TikTok sensation, Wednesday Campanella! Known for their playful wordplay, folklore references, fun dances, intricate music videos, and blending of genres like house and rap, you’ll be sure to fall in love with these addictive tunes! Scripted & Quality Assured by: Nola Hosted by: Connor & Andy Audio Edited by: Fred Uploaded by: Tadamichi Advertising In...

What’s the deal with Japanese video games, anyway? Japan holds a long list of awards and records in the video game industry, dating back as far as the 1970s. From Nintendo history to Final Fantasy soundtracks, sit back and relax with Kuzey and Andy as they take us through a history of Japanese video games! --- Scripted & Quality Assured by: Connor Hosted by: Kuzey & Andy Audio Edited &...

Welcome everyone to another episode of Japan Top 10. We’ve got some great new songs from a variety of artists. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this month's Top 10 countdown. Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G Hosted by: Miyabi Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Otoboke Beaver is a punk rock and garage band that has received wide acclaim internationally for their boisterous sound and criticism of gender roles. This all-girl quartet mixes English lyrics and slang from their native Kyoto, frequently performs sold-out tours in Europe and the United States, and has been praised by the likes of Dave Grohl and Tom Moreno. Listen to all the chaos in today’s epis...

Are you studying Japanese? Tune in to today’s episode to listen to easy-to-follow hit songs by Japanese artists over multiple generations. Grab a copy of the lyrics and sing along to impress your friends at your next karaoke session! Scripted & QAed by: Nola Hosted by: Andy and Kuzey Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Fred Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: htt...

News Specials are back! Learn about recent otaku news and headliners, and also how a trash facility in Sapporo found 100,000 yen. Join Connor and Kuzey as they tell you all about it (and introduce Higedan’s newest release)! ------------- Script and QA by: Connor Hosted by: Kuzey & Connor Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Fred Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:...

Welcome everyone to another episode of Japan Top 10. We’ve got some amazing new songs from favorite artists. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this month's Top 10 countdown. Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G Hosted by: Shanna Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tokyo Incidents is a band that requires little introduction, as over the past 20 years they have continuously taken over top charts with their robust sound and wild energy. Join Tassie and Miyabi as they uncover the hits and hidden gems of this jazz and rock infused group! Scripted & Quality Assured by: Connor Hosted by: Tassie & Miyabi Audio Edited by: Haru Uploaded by: Tadamichi Advertis...

It is officially Spring in Japan, and this time we learn about the different aspects of Japanese culture that are heightened from the new season. From plum blossoms in Tokyo to the tea fields below Mt. Fuji, join Kuzey and Shanna as they provide new insights and discussion on this worldwide sensation! ------------- Scripted & Quality Assured by: Connor Hosted by: Kuzey & Shanna Audio Edite...

Welcome everyone to another episode of Japan Top 10. We’ve got some great artists for you to listen to this month. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this month's Top 10 countdown. Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G Hosted by: Miyabi & Connor Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kanjani8 is a Johnny’s Entertainment idol group whose members hail from Osaka and Kyoto. As de facto ambassadors of western Japan, they have accomplished several impressive feats since starting their career in 2002, including a national tour of each of Japan’s forty-seven prefectures, dozens of consecutive number one hit singles, and even founding an independent record label within Johnny’s Entert...

Japanese Romcoms are among the most popular J-Dramas out there, with Long Vacation, Hoyokko, and Hana Yori Dango being a few of them. Lucky for us, one of the core aspects of a Japanese Romcom is its music, where we have found TONS of great songs and artists. Join Shanna and our new host Kuzey for a deeper look into one of our favorite TV genres! Scripted & QAed by: Connor Hosted by: Shanna an...

Welcome everyone to another episode of Japan Top 10. We’ve got some talented artists for you to listen to. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this month's Top 10 countdown. Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G Hosted by: Miyabi & Andy Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As one of the most successful visual-kei artists, LUNA SEA recently celebrated their 30th anniversary and continues to play for tens of thousands of fans each year. Join Connor and Shanna as they discuss one of Japan’s top rock bands! Scripted & Quality Assured by: Nola Hosted by: Connor & Shanna Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Fred Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Priva...

Japan Top 10 turns 10! Join hosts past and present as we celebrate a decade of Japan Top 10. Listen to our favorite songs of the decade, as we discuss our journey reaching this milestone!~ Hosted by: Tassie, Lydia, Connor, Shanna, Andy, Tadamichi, Haru, Hayley G, Nola, Fred & Producer Jack! Audio edited & uploaded by: Fred QAed by: Connor Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands...

Japan has a longstanding history of tradition and culture, so it is no wonder that their crafts are still thriving today. From Joinery to Tea Ceremony, join Andy and Fred as they discuss the beauty and simplicity of these niche Japanese creations! ------------- Scripted & Quality Assured by: Connor Hosted by: Andy and Fred Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Pedro Advertising Inquiries: https://re...

Welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. We’ve got some amazing artists this month so sit back, relax, and enjoy this month's countdown. Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G Hosted by: Miyabi & Tassie Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

HALCALI was a J-pop and hip-hop duo in the 2000s and 2010s produced by RYO-Z and DJ FUMIYA of the hip hop group RIP SLYME. Childhood friends Haru and Yukari blended pop, rap, and ska, and rose to international fame with “Long Kiss Good Bye,” an ending theme for Naruto Shippuden. Halcali was the first female hip-hop group to reach the top ten in Japan’s Oricon music charts and is known for their ca...

Goth Music in Japan began to take form in the late 80s, but has continued to influence Japanese music even today. Join Connor and Shanna as they dive into the sounds, contributions, and meanings of Japanese Goth Music! Scripted by: Connor Hosted by: Connor and Shanna Quality Assured by: Tadamichi Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Fred Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt...

Welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. We’ve got some new and veteran artists this month so sit back, relax, and enjoy this month's countdown. Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G Hosted by: Miyabi & Shanna Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Yellow Magic Orchestra is one of the best selling artists of all time in Japan and one of the most successful international acts from Japan. Members Harry Hosono, Yukihiro Takahashi, and Ryuichi Sakamoto are known for pioneering the synthpop genre and were one of the first acts to make extensive use of computer technology in music and experimenting in genres like ska and electronic rap. Check out...

The year 2022 draws to a close. It has been a great year of music by some amazing artists. Hope you enjoy this list of top 20 hits of 2022. Scripted & QAed by: Hayley G Hosted by: Andy & Shanna Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Pedro & Fred Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today’s episode is all about November’s and December’s latest stories, anime, games, and of course, music! Catch up on the latest news from Japan in today’s episode. Script and QA by: Connor Hosted by: Lydia and Haru Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Pedro Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. It’s a new month and new season so snuggle up to a warm fire, relax, and enjoy this month’s countdown. Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G Hosted by: Tassie & Lydia Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy