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NMB48’s latest single, "Hajimete no All," has made a significant debut at the No. 2 position on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 chart for the week of May 25 to May 31, 2026. The release, which garnered 176,681 physical sales, also secured the No. 2 spot on the sales component and reached No. 6 in ... Read more

Yasuhisa Hara’s immensely popular manga series, Kingdom, has once again asserted its dominance, with Volume 79 of the series soaring to the number one position on the Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 chart for the week of May 18-24. This latest installment achieved a remarkable feat, surpassing 30,000 points in a single tracking week, a ... Read more

Hinatazaka46’s latest single, "Kind of Love," has made a dramatic ascent to the pinnacle of the Billboard Japan Hot 100 chart, debuting at the coveted number one position. This significant achievement marks the idol group’s eighth time topping the prestigious chart, underscoring their consistent popularity and strong connection with their fanbase. The chart, which reflects ... Read more

Suu Morishita’s heartwarming manga, Yubisaki to Renren (A Sign of Affection) Volume 14, has achieved a significant milestone, debuting at the coveted No. 1 spot on the Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 chart for the week of May 21st. This marks the first time the popular romance series has reached the pinnacle of this comprehensive ... Read more

The dynamic Japanese musical landscape has a new chart-topper as Bullet Train’s latest single, "Gachi Muchuu!," ascends to the coveted number one position on the Billboard Japan Hot 100. This significant achievement, announced on the chart dated May 20, marks a triumphant moment for the popular group, driven by an overwhelming surge in physical sales ... Read more

The Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) has officially announced its latest round of certifications, highlighting significant achievements in the Japanese music market. Among the distinguished recipients are global superstars BTS and BLACKPINK, both of whom have earned coveted Platinum certifications for their songs based on online streaming performance. This recognition underscores the enduring popularity ... Read more