J-pop releases, week 41

This week in j-pop and K-pop, new anime-themed releases take center stage with collaborations spanning global artists and iconic franchises. From &TEAM and TWICE unveiling official character concepts to JO1's debut English EP and Hinatazaka46's chart-topping single, the genre continues to expand its reach. Notable mentions include Kenshi Yonezu's Grammy-nominated anime track and Girls' Generation's reunion ahead of their 20th anniversary. The Billboard World Albums Chart also reflects the genre's international momentum with multiple acts securing top positions.

1. 01

   Eminem, Ez Mil, Neil Kaplan, Hideyoshi

   Eminem and EZ Mil Release Anime-Inspired Track 'MADARA' Featuring Neil Kaplan and Hideyoshi

   Oct 11 · 5 outlets

2. 02

   TWICE

   Watch: TWICE Introduces Official Characters TDOONGZ

   Oct 8 · 2 outlets

3. 03

   ONE OR EIGHT

   ONE OR EIGHT pave their own ‘Yellow Brick Road’ for ‘Black Clover’ season 2 ending theme – listen

   Oct 7 · 2 outlets

4. 04

   ATEEZ, BTS, CORTIS, ENHYPEN, ILLIT, LE SSERAFIM, Stray Kids, &TEAM, Evan

   &TEAM, Stray Kids, ENHYPEN, CORTIS, ILLIT, BTS, EVAN, LE SSERAFIM, ATEEZ, And More Sweep Top Spots On Billboard World Albums Chart

   Oct 11 · 1 outlet

5. 05

   Girls’ Generation

   Girls' Generation Reunites for 2027 Seasons Greetings Ahead of 20th Anniversary

   Oct 10 · 1 outlet

6. 06

   米津玄師

   Kenshi Yonezu’s ‘IRIS OUT’ could make Grammy history for Japanese anime

   Oct 10 · 1 outlet

7. 07

   X:IN, 예성, ONEW

   Weekly K-pop Round-up: X:IN, YESUNG, ONEW & More

   Oct 10 · 1 outlet

8. 08

   TWICE, TZUYU

   TWICE’s TZUYU previews Atlassian Williams F1 x 'DAN DA DAN' collab in Singapore, theme song coming in 2027

   Oct 9 · 1 outlet

9. 09

   日向坂46, Mrs. GREEN APPLE

   Hinatazaka46’s ‘Icha Icha Mushi’ Tops Japan Hot 100 as All 16 Tracks Chart From Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s ‘POPS’

   Oct 7 · 1 outlet

10. 10

    センチミリメンタル

    Centimillimental nous propose de découvrir « kanawanai », l’opening de HoreMajo

    Oct 7 · 1 outlet

11. 11

    Close Your Eyes, CRAVITY, NiziU

    Watch: NiziU Takes 1st Win For “Sour Grapes” On “Show Champion”; Performances By CLOSE YOUR EYES, CRAVITY, And More

    Oct 7 · 1 outlet

12. 12

    &TEAM

    Watch: &TEAM Introduces Official “TEAMILY” Characters For Each Member

    Oct 6 · 1 outlet

13. 13

    LiSA

    LISA Is Winning 2026: From Nike and the VMAs to the LLOUD x Von Dutch Hollywood Collection

    Oct 6 · 1 outlet

14. 14

    JO1

    JO1 release first English-language EP 'ANIMAL', share uncaged music video for title track

    Oct 5 · 1 outlet

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