List of Songs Played/流されました曲のリスト

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

Songlist:

10) Chameleon – King Gnu

9) Kigeki (Comedy) – Gen Hoshino

8) Shukufuku (Blessing) – Yoasobi

7) M87 – Kenshi Yonezu

6) Ichizu – King Gnu

5) Zankyou Sanka (Reverberation Song) – Aimer

4) Matsuri (Festival) – Fujii Kaze

3) Habit – Sekai no Owari

2) New Genesis – Ado

1) Mixed Nuts – Official Hige Dandism

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

Songlist:

1. Asako Taki – MIRRORS (November 24, 2021)

2. The Whoops – ドライブ (Drive) (September 7, 2016)

3. um-hum – エイムズ (Aims) (September 21, 2021)

4. Yama – 一寸の赤 (Issun no Aka) (March 25, 2021)

5. Aimer, Vaundy -地球儀 (Chikyugi) (March 16, 2021)

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

 Songlist:

10) Shikisai (color) – yama [=]

9) 3636 – Aimyon [-2]

8) Kaosu ga kiwamaru (Chaos reaches its peak) – Unison Square Garden [NEW]

7) Shinjidai – Ado [-2]

6) Souvenir – BUMP OF CHICKEN [-4]

5) Grace – Fujii Kaze [-4]

4) Shukufuku (Blessing) – Yoasobi [NEW]

3) Kick Back – Kenshi Yonezu [=]

2) I love you – back number [NEW]

1) Subtitle –  Official HIGE Dandism [+3]

Extra songs:

Indie Spotlight: By Your Side – Non Sweet (2022)

1980s Flashback: Wangan Taiyōzoku – Yoko Oginome (1987)

Idol Inclusion: Campus Life (Umarete Kite Yokatta) – C-ute (2010)

Today’s episode is all about Junichi Inagaki, a popular city pop singer known for his hits from the 1980s and 1990s. Inagaki’s emotional tunes include some of the most popular songs of the Christmas season. City pop emerged in Japan during the economic boom with the introduction of new electronic musical instruments and cars built with cassette decks. Enjoy a long car ride and the soulful tunes of Junichi Inagaki. It may bring back memories of a past lover or two!

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Hosted by: Connor & Christine

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Fred

Japanese architecture is known worldwide for its simplicity, harmony with its natural environment, and inspiration from Shinto and Buddhism, but has it always been that way? Today’s episode will cover the evolution of architecture through Japan’s history, how homes have transformed over the years, and the philosophies of the country’s most famous architects.

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Hosted by: Tassie and Lydia

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Fred

Songlist:

1) Nogizaka 46 – Synchronicity (April 25, 2018)

2) B’z – May (May 24, 2000)

3) Gen Hoshino – 不思議 (Fushigi) (June 23, 2021)

4) miwa – Faith (February 12, 2014)

5) WANDS – カナリア鳴いた頃に (Kanaria naita koro ni) (June 9, 2021)

Welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. It’s a new month and we have some great new songs for you this month so sit back, relax, and enjoy this month’s countdown.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G

Hosted by: Andy & Shanna

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi

 Songlist:

10) Shikisai (color) – yama [NEW]

9) Yanagikoji Parallel Universe – ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION [NEW]

8) Hitotsuboshi – KOH+ [NEW]

7) 3636 – Aimyon [-5]

6) Hateshinai futari – aiko [NEW]

5) Shinjidai – Ado [-4]

4) Subtitle –  Official HIGE Dandism [NEW]

3) Kick Back – Kenshi Yonezu [NEW]

2) Souvenir – BUMP OF CHICKEN [NEW]

1) Grace – Fujii Kaze [NEW]

Hello Everyone! Welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. We have a great group for you all this month so please sit back and enjoy this month’s episode of Artist of the Month.

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Hosted by: Connor & Christine
Audio Edited by: Haru
Uploaded by: Jack
For Premium Platinum Donors:
12. Dreamy Journey
11. Sputnik
10. Baby
9. Door

For Premium Star Donors:
8. Dramatic
7. Ao Sugiru Sora (Too Blue Sky)
6. Weekend
5. Anemone

For all listeners:
4. Highlight Highlight
3. Fireworks
2. Footprints
1. Centimeter

Japanese cars are known for their reliability and innovative technology. How much do you know about Toyota, Nissan, Honda, Subaru, and Mazda? Learn all about each brand’s humble beginnings and what sets each apart in Japan, one of the top automobile manufacturers in the world.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Nola

Hosted by: Connor and Andy

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Fred

Songlist:

1) Mr. Children – 光の差す方へ Hikari no sasu hou e (Where the light shines) (January 13, 1999)

2) マカロニえんぴつ (Macaroni Enpitsu) – たましいの居場所 Tamashii no ibasho (Place for my soul)

3) Survive Said The Profit – MUKANJYO (2019)

4) Dave Rodgers (Initial D) – Déjà vu (1999)

5) [Alexandros] – ワタリドリ Wataridori (2015)

Today’s episode is all about September and October’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: Nola
Hosted by: Tassie and Christine Y.
Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Fred

Songlist:
1. ONE OK ROCK – “Vandalize” (September 6, 2022)
2. キタニタツヤ (Tatsuya Kitani) – “Thanatophobia” (December 18, 2021)
3. Ado – 新時代 (Shin-jidai) (New Genesis) (June 15, 2022)
4. sumika – “Porter” (September 21, 2022)
5. RADWIMPS – “すずめ (Suzume) feat. Toaka” (Sparrow) (September 30, 2022)

Welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. It’s a new season and we have some great new songs for you this month so sit back, relax, and enjoy this month’s countdown.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G

Hosted by: Tassie & Lydia

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi

 Songlist:

10) Free Free Free (feat. Ikuta Lilas) – Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra [=]

9) Chinocate – Yorushika [NEW]

8) Door of Glory – Dai Hirai [-2]

7) Glitter – sumika [=]

6) Velvet Poem – Back Number [NEW]

5) Habit – SEKAI NO OWARI [=]

4) Mixed Nuts – Official HIGE Dandism [-3]

3) This Kiss – Vickeblanka [=]

2) 3636 – Aimyon [NEW]

1) Shinjidai – Ado [+1]

Extra songs:

Indie Spotlight: The Pulpy Principle – “Sekai no Tomodachi” (2021)

Flowers. Cats. Nostalgia. Kaneko Ayano brings all of her unique qualities into her music, creating an inspiring pop-folk feel. She always wears her heart on her sleeve–whether she is feeling bright or bleak, Kaneko Ayano is an authentically talented artist.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Connor

Hosted by: Shanna & Haru

Audio Edited by: Haru 

Uploaded by: Tadamichi 

Song List:

For all listeners:

  1. Sayonara Anata (December 20, 2017)
  2. Ai No Mama Wo (September 18, 2019)
  3. Ribon No Tehodoki (September 18, 2019)
  4. Romance Sengen (April 25, 2018)

Today’s episode is all about the legendary Summer Sonic Festival, a must-see outdoor music festival that has been going strong since 2000! Learn all about the Japanese and Western artists that have shared the stage and how the festival and music trends have changed over the years.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Nola

Hosted by: Lydia and Tassie

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Fred

Songlist:

1. Dragon Ash – “Life goes on” (2002)

2. BOOM BOOM SATELLITES – “BACK ON MY FEET” (2009)

3. MINMI – “四季の唄 (Shiki no Uta)” (2004)

4. TeddyLoid – “Fly Away” (2009)

5. Vaundy – “東京フラッシュ (Tokyo Flash)” (2019)

Welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. We have a some great new songs for you this month so sit back, relax, and enjoy this month’s countdown.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G

Hosted by: Shanna & Christine Y

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi

Songlist:

10) Free Free Free (feat. Ikuta Lilas) – Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra [NEW]

9) Hatsukoi ga naite iru (My first love is crying) – Aimyon [-6]

8) Ame Sansan (Pouring Rain) – King Gnu [NEW]

7) Glitter – sumika [NEW]

6) Door of Glory – Dai Hirai [NEW]

5) Habit – SEKAI NO OWARI [-3]

4) I Wanna Be Your Ghost (feat. Ghosts) – Gen Hoshino [NEW]

3) This Kiss – Vickeblanka [NEW]

2) Shinjidai – Ado [NEW]

1) Mixed Nuts – Official HIGE Dandism [=]

Extra songs:

Indie Spotlight: Ranger Rhymez – “Multitask” (2022)

Join Andy and Haru as they explore the many musical feats of the piano- pop & rock sensation Official HIGE DANdism. Their musical variety is sure to strike a chord with anyone, and their background is just as intriguing!

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Connor

Hosted by: Andy & Haru

Audio Edited by: Haru

Uploaded by: Fred

Songlist:

4. Official HIGE DANdism – Tell Me Baby (April 11, 2008)

3. Official HIGE DANdism – Pretender (August 31, 2019)

2. Official HIGE DANdism – Mixed Nuts (April 15, 2022)

1. Official HIGE DANdism – Bad For Me (October 6th, 2018)

What’s happening in Japan? Listen to the latest news for the months of July and August with Japan Top 10.

Script and QA by: Connor

Hosted by: Tassie and Lydia

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Fred

Songlist:

1. Toshinobu Kubota (feat. Naomi Campbell) – “La La La Love Song” (May 13, 1996)

2. indigo la End (feat. pH-1) – “ラブ (love)” (October 1, 2021)

3. MASS OF THE FERMENTING DREGS – “Aoi, Koi, Daidaiiro no Hi” (January 21, 2009)

4. DENIMS – “AIWO” (October 27th, 2021)

5. Runny Noize – “音の鳴る方へ (To those who make a sound)” (November 10, 2021)

Whether you’re headed for the nearest vending machine, conbini, cafe, traditional tea house or just putting the kettle on, join Japan top 10 as we place our order and discover a little more about some of Japan’s most popular drinks.
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Hosted by: Haru and Andy
Audio Edited by: Haru
Uploaded by: Tadamichi

Songlist:

1) Tricot – Melon soda (2017)

2) Petit rabbit’s – 天空カフェテリア (Tenku Cafeteria) (2019)

3) himawari – 茶摘み (Chatsumi)

4) Little Tempo & Yoko Fujita – The Taste Of Tea (2004)

5) Aki Deguchi – Sakurairo Cliché (2018)

Welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. Happy July to everyone! We have a some great songs for you this month so sit back, relax, and enjoy this month’s countdown.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G

Hosted by: Tassie & Christine Y

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi

 Songlist:

10) Yasashi-sa ni afureta sekai de (A World Full of Kindness) – Saucy Dog[NEW]

9) Sukida (I Love) – YOASOBI [-3]

8) Kigeki (Comedy) – Gen Hoshino [-1]

7) Matsuri (Festival) – Fujii Kaze [-3]

6) LOVE’S ON FIRE – Tatsuro Yamashita [NEW]

5) Sore o ai to yobunara (If you call it love) – Uru [NEW]

4) M87 – Kenshi Yonezu [-3]

3) Hatsukoi ga naite iru (My first love is crying) – Aimyon [-1]

2) Habit – SEKAI NO OWARI [+3]

1) Mixed Nuts – Official HIGEDandism [+2]

Extra songs:

Indie Spotlight: Bolt – Yasuke ft. MALCOLM (2021)

J-Rock Extra: Sono Sen wa Suiheisen – Quruli (2018)

Offbeat Extra: Tokyo Bon – Namewee ft. Meu Ninomiya & Cool Japan TV (2017)

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Hosted & Audio Edited by: Shanna
Uploaded by: Jack

Meet Jillian Marshall, an ethnomusicologist on Japan who has recently released her book “JAPANTHEM: Counter-Cultural Experiences, Cross-Cultural Remixes,” in which she introduces Tokyo’s underground music scene, traditional music of the Bon Odori festival in Akita Prefecture, and her study of the idol group AKB48. Listen to Jillian’s profile of the underground music scene and counterculture in Tokyo!

“Aladdin” – Suiyoubi no Campanella (2017)
Mondo Gross – “Labyrinth” (2017)
“Edison” – Suiyoubi no Campanella (2022)
Pollipe Boys + Technoman – “Mamegashi”
AKB48 – “Koi Suru Fortune Cookie” (2013)

PUFFY, or Puffy AmiYumi, inspired PUFFY-mania, both in Japan and the United States, with 32 singles and 12 albums to their name. They are the only J-Pop group to inspire an American cartoon. Listen to some of the top hits of PUFFY!

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Hosted by: Andy & Shanna

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Fred

Songlist:

12. PUFFY – アジアの純真 (Ajia no junshin) (“Asia’s Innocence”) (May 13, 1996)

11. PUFFY – これが私の生きる道 (Kore ga watashi no ikiru michi) (“This is the Way That I Live”) (October 7, 1996)

10. PUFFY – 愛の印 (Ai no shirushi) (“Sign of Love”) (March 14, 1998)

9. PUFFY – 渚にまつわるエトセトラ (Nagisa ni Matsuwaru et cetera) (About the beach, et cetera) (April 4, 1997)

8. PUFFY – サーキットの娘 (Circuit no Musume) (March 12, 1997)

7. PUFFY – MOTHER (December 12, 1997)

6. PUFFY – とくするからだ  (Tokusuru kara da) (Because it’s good value) (July 22, 1996)

5. PUFFY – DOKI DOKI (June 17, 2009)

4. PUFFY – LOVE SO PURE (October 12, 2000)

3. PUFFY – Pathfinder (April 30, 2021)

2. PUFFY – ブギウギNo.5 (Boogie Woogie No.5) (September 27, 2000)

1. PUFFY – 赤いブランコ (Akai buranko) (Red Swing) (November 20, 2002)

From City pop queens to sugary sweet idol groups it takes a special kind of J-pop talent to repeatedly hit the top of the charts in Japan. Join Tassie as Japan Top 10 explores some of the greatest female Japanese artists and groups that have reached #1 achieving greatness at the pinnacle of success in Japan!

Scripted & QAed by: Hayley M 

Hosted by: Tassie & Lydia

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Fred

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20) Kaela Kimura – ring a ding dong (2010)

19) Leo Leiri – Kimi ga Kureta Natsu (2015)

18) Momoe Yamaguchi – Yokosuka Story (1976)

17) Mao Abe – Free (2009)

16) Mariya Takeuchi – Camouflage (1998)

For Premium Star + Platinum:

15) Aimyon – Marigold (2018)

14) Perfume – Love the World (2008)

13) Tomoyo Harada – Tengoku ni Ichiban Chikai Shima (1984)

12) Aimer – Zankyo Sanka (2021)

11) Hikura Utada – traveling (2001)

Songlist (for all listeners):

10) Atsuko Maeda – flower (2011) 

9) Koda Kumi – Taboo (2008)

8) LiSA – Homura (2020)

7) Yui – Summer song (2007) 

6) Kana Nishino – Kimi tte (2010) 

5) Namie Amuro – Can you celebrate? (1997) 

4) Ayumi Hamasaki – Fairyland (2005)

3) Akina Nakamori – Meu Amore (1985)

2) Nogizaka46 – Girls Rule (2012)

1) AKB48 – Kimi wa Melody (2016)

Welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. Happy July to everyone! We have a lot of great new songs for you this month so sit back, relax, and enjoy this month’s countdown.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G

Hosted by: Kirby & Christine Y

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi

 Songlist:

10) Madou Ito – Masaki Suda [NEW]

9) Hihamatanoboru kara (The Sun Will Rise Again) – Ryokuoushoku Shakai [-4]

8) Walkin’ In My Lane – milet [NEW

7) Kigeki (Comedy) – Gen Hoshino [-3]

6) Sukida (I Love) – YOASOBI [NEW]

5) Habit – SEKAI NO OWARI [NEW]

4) Matsuri (Festival) – Fujii Kaze [-3]

3) Mixed Nuts – Official HIGEDandism [-1]

2) Hatsukoi ga naite iru (My first love is crying) – Aimyon [NEW]

1) M87 – Kenshi Yonezu [NEW]

Extra songs:

Indie Spotlight: 2050 – Ridgeback (2020)

July’s Artist of the Month features legendary anime music composer Yuki Kajiura!

Reminisce about your favourite anime while enjoying classic tracks from Sword Art

Online, Fate/stay night, Puella Magi Madoka Magica, .hack//SIGN, Xenosaga, and many more!

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Hosted by: Andy & Shanna

Audio Edited by: Haru

Uploaded by: Jack

 

For Premium Platinum Donors:

12) Yuki Kajiura – She has to overcome her fear (December 24, 2014)

11) Yuki Kajiura – I have to save her (April 6, 2016)

10) Yuki Kajiura – key of the twilight (July 24, 2002)

9) Yuki Kajiura – A Song of Storm and Fire (September 21, 2006)

For Premium Star Donors:

 8) Yuki Kajiura – Sis Puella Magica! (May 25, 2011)

7) Yuki Kajiura – Promised Pain (July 12, 2006)

6) Yuki Kajiura – “目覚め” (Mezame) (Wake up) (December 22, 2004)

5) Yuki Kajiura – “Melodie” (June 21, 2001)

For all listeners:

4) Aimer – 花の唄 Hana no Uta (Flower Song) (October 11, 2017)

3) Kalafina – “Oblivious” (January 23, 2008)

2) See-Saw – あんなに一緒だったのに Anna ni issho datta no ni (Although we were always together) (October 23, 2002)

1) LiSA – 明星 Akeboshi (Dawn Star) (November 17, 2021)

Japan is known among many other countries for its policy on freedom of religion, but what stands out is how its citizens actually define religion. This episode will introduce the unique characteristics that religion in Japan holds, including demographics, data from interviews, and many interesting facts! Lets learn more about Japanese culture with our hosts Tassie and Andy!

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Scripted & Quality Assured by: Connor

Hosted by: Connor and Andy

Audio Edited by: Andy

Uploaded by: Tada

Songlist:

1. Ayane – God’s Syndrome

2. Kami-sama, I have noticed – Inochi wa Dare no Mono

3. Sheena Ringo – God, Nor Buddha (July 31st, 2015)

4. the peggies – Kamisama

5. rerulili feat. Len, GUMI and Miku – At God’s Mercy 2020ver.

Summary of episode: What’s happening in Japan? Listen to the latest news for the months of May and June with Japan Top 10.

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Script and QA by: Nola

Hosted by: Shanna and Lydia

Audio Edited by: Lydia

Uploaded by: Jack

Songlist:

1.  DEATHNYANN – “Tarantula” (April 27, 2022)

2. Fear, and Loathing in Las Vegas – “Massive Core” (November 30, 2019)

3. Wednesday Campanella – 織姫 “Orihime” (April 27, 2022)

4. ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION – “You To You (feat. ROTH BART BARON) (March 11, 2022)

5. MAN WITH A MISSION – INTO THE DEEP (June 1, 2021)

Welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. Happy June to everyone! We have some great songs for you this month so sit back, relax, and enjoy this month’s countdown.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G

Hosted by: Kirby & Christine Y

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi

 Songlist:

10) chameleon – King Gnu [-8]

9) ankyou Sanka (Reverberation Song) – Aimer [-6]

8) Chronostasis – Bump of Chicken [=]

7) Futaba – Aimyon [NEW]

6) Put on a love cold – Vaundy [-1]

5) Hihamatanoboru kara (The Sun Will Rise Again) – Ryokuoushoku Shakai [NEW]

4) Kigeki (Comedy) – Gen Hoshino [+2]

3) Negau Yoru – aiko [NEW]

2) Mixed Nuts – Official HIGEDandism [NEW]

1) Matsuri (Festival) – Fujii Kaze [=]

Extra songs:

Indie Spotlight: Meloncholy – Cider Girl

Kalafina was a singing trio under the composition of Kajiura Yuki that combined orchestral, rock and electronic themes into their music. The group was formed initially to release music for the Garden of Sinners anime franchise, but due to their popularity they went on to produce theme songs for several other big-name anime as well as independent works of their own. Explore Kalafina in today’s episode with your hosts, Andy and Lydia!

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Hosted by: Andy & Lydia

Audio Edited by: Haru

Uploaded by: Jack

For Premium Platinum Donors:

12) Kalafina – To the Beginning (April 18, 2012)

11) Kalafina – Aria (2008)

10) Kalafina – Kimino Ginno Niwa (November 6, 2013)

9) Kalafina – Gloria (March 4, 2009)

For Premium Star Donors:

8) Kalafina – Sprinter (2008)

7) Kalafina – Blaze (August 10, 2016)

6) Kalafina – Musundehiraku (September 16, 2015)

5) Kalafina – In Your Eyes (September 21, 2011)

For all listeners:

4) Kalafina – Kotonoha (September 21, 2011)

3) Kalafina – Snow Falling (February 16, 2011)

2) Kalafina – Progressive (March 17, 2010)

1) Kalafina – Natsu No Ringo (July 16, 2014)

Tassie and Lydia join together to bring you a special cultures episode to feature again some of the biggest Ghibli soundtracks from their movies!

Scripted by: Tassie

Hosted by: Lydia & Tassie

Audio Edited by: Tassie

Quality Assured & Uploaded by: Jack

  1. 崖の上のポニョ Gake no Ue no Ponyo; “Ponyo on the Cliff”-Nozomi Ohashi 2008
  2. Arriety’s Song- Cecile Corbel (2010)
  3. 朝ごはんの歌 Asa Gohan no Uta- Aoi Teshima (2011)
  4. 上を向いて歩こう Ue wo Muite Arukou- Kyu Sakamoto (1961)

Welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. Happy May to everyone! We have some great songs for you this month so sit back, relax, and enjoy this month’s countdown.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G

Hosted by: Kirby & Christine Y

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi

 Songlist:

10) The mystery of the name of the heart – Ado [-6]

9) POP SONG – Kenshi Yonezu [-7]

8) Chronostasis – Bump of Chicken [NEW]

7) Aoi no (It’s Blue) – go!go!vanillas [NEW]

6) Kigeki (Comedy) – Gen Hoshino [NEW]

5) Put on a love cold – Vaundy [+1]

4) I like You – Vickeblanca [+5]

3) ankyou Sanka (Reverberation Song) – Aimer [=]

2) chameleon – King Gnu [-1]

1) Matsuri (Festival) – Fujii Kaze [NEW]

Extra songs:

Indie Spotlight: Tsumugu hibi (Someday Spinning) – optloquat (2021)

Anime Extra: Raise A Suilen – Exist (2021)

Boy Band Bonus: Lead – Be the NAKED (2018)

coldrain is a post-hardcore band from Nagoya with songs entirely in English and a strong following in their home country of Japan as well as the U.S. and U.K. Vocalist Masato transitions effortlessly between clean and growled vocals. Learn all about coldrain in today’s episode with Andy and Shanna!

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Nola

Hosted by: Andy & Shanna

Audio Edited by: Haru

Uploaded by: Jack

 

For Premium Platinum Donors:

12) coldrain – THE SIDE EFFECTS (2019)

11) coldrain – BURY ME (2017)

10) coldrain – Revolution (2018)

9) coldrain – Die tomorrow (2010)

For Premium Star Donors:

 8)  coldrain – To Be Alive (2011)

7) coldrain – SEE YOU (2019)

6)  coldrain – RUNAWAY feat. Jacoby Shaddix (2015)

5) coldrain – Gone (2015)

For all listeners:

4) coldrain – PARADISE (Kill The Silence) (2021)

3) coldrain – REMEMBER (2021)

2)  coldrain – FEED THE FIRE (2017)

1) coldrain – Mayday ft. Crystal Lake (2019)

Please see your Patreon feed for the episode, for Star and Platinum leveled donors only.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Connor

Hosted by: Andy and Shanna

Audio Edited by: Andy

Uploaded by: Jack

Japanese music has evolved at a breakneck speed, always improving, exploring and overturning the industry. Today’s episode will bring to light the European influences on Japanese sounds and rhythms, from the use of English to the rapid evolution of rock and other European motifs. Join Andy and Shanna as they uncover the European undertones in music from the 1960s all the way to the 2020s!

Songlist:

12. Vaundy – Tokyo Flash  (September 27, 2019)

11. OmoinotakeEVERBLUE (October 1, 2021)

10. ラジ – Tokyo Taste (September 21, 1977)

9. The Golden Cups – Love is Life (November 15, 1967)

8. SCANDAL – Shunkan Sentimental (August 11, 2010)

7. ONE OK ROCK Last Dance (September 25, 2015)

6. [Alexandros] – Rock The World (February 16, 2022)

5. BAND-MAID – FREEDOM (MAY 18, 2016)

4. Anri – Goodbye Boogie Dance (June 5, 1983)

3.Kirinji Killer Tune Kills Me (feat. YonYon) (April 24, 2002)

2. OFFICIAL HIGE DANDISM –No Doubt (April 11, 2018)

1. Hitsujibungaku 雨 (Ame) (October 4, 2017)

Where else can you see Mario, Spider-Man, and One Piece all in one place? It’s Japanese amusement parks! Learn all about the history of amusement parks in Japan and the best places to visit in today’s episode, like the Dutch-themed Huis Ten Bosch, record-breaking and horror-filled Fuji-Q Highland, and the endlessly entertaining USJ and Tokyo Disneyland.  

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Scripted & Quality Assured by: Nola

Hosted by: Tassie and Lydia

Audio Edited by: Tassie

Uploaded by: Jack

Songlist:

  1.     たむらぱん (Tamurapan) – ジェットコースター (Jetto Ko-sutaa) (Rollercoaster) (March 26, 2014)
  2. DREAMS COME TRUE – 世界中からサヨウナラ (Sekaijuu kara Sayounara) (October 10, 2017)
  3. XAI – THE SKY FALLS (May 9, 2018)
  4. 山下 (YAMASHITA Tomohisa) – REASON (February 13, 2019)
  5. 曽我部恵一 (SOKABE Kei’ichi BAND) – Tokyo Disneyland

Welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. Hope everyone is doing awesome! We have some great songs for you this month so sit back and enjoy the countdown.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G

Hosted by: Kirby & Christine Y

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi

 Songlist:

10) BAD mode – Hikaru Utada [-1]

9) I like You – Vickeblanca [NEW]

8) Aldebaran – Al [NEW]

7) shock! – Sakanaction [+1]

6) Put on a love cold – Vaundy [NEW]

5) Flow – Perfume [NEW]

4) The mystery of the name of the heart – Ado [+3]

3) ankyou Sanka (Reverberation Song) – Aimer [-2]

2) POP SONG – Kenshi Yonezu [NEW]

1) chameleon – King Gnu [NEW]

Extra songs:

Indie Spotlight:  Sleepwalk Skeleton – Lighthouse (2021)

Take a drive into the sunset and listen to the sweet sounds of the king of city pop, YAMASHITA Tatsuro! 

 

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Nola

Hosted by: Haru & Dean

Audio Edited by: Haru 

Uploaded by: Tadamichi

 

Song List:

4) Christmas Eve

3) My Sugar Babe

2) さよなら夏の日Sayonara, Natsu no Hi (Goodbye, Summer Days)

1). RIDE ON TIME

What’s happening in Japan? Listen to the latest news for the month of March with Japan Top 10.

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Script and QA by: Nola

Hosted by: Andy & Christine Y

Audio Edited by: Andy

Uploaded by: Jack

Songlist:

1.  SAKANOUE Yosuke (坂上庸介)– Hikari (ヒカリ)

2.  KITANI Tatsuya (キタニタツヤ)- Rapport

3.  SCANDAL – MIRROR

4. UVERWORLD – 7th Trigger

5.  Shin Sakiura – NIGHT RUNNING ft. AAAMYYY

In this month’s J-Top 10 Artist interviews Dean and Tassie tune up their rock guitars and turn things up to 11 as they are joined by Indonesian J-rock band Noyushimi and posthardcore Tokyo metal band Dead Lennons. 

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley M

Hosted by: Dean & Tassie

Audio Edited by: Dean

Uploaded by: Tadamichi

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Song List:

  • Noyushimi -Isshun no Omoi (2021)
  • Noyushimi – Kieta (2021)
  • Dead Lennons – Corrupt (2016)

Welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. We have some great songs for you this month so sit back and enjoy the countdown!
 
Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G
Hosted by: Kirby & Haru
Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi
 
Songlist:
10) Akeboshi – LiSA [-5]
9) BAD mode – Hikaru Utada [NEW]
8) shock! – Sakanaction [NEW]
7) The mystery of the name of the heart – Ado [NEW]
6) Heart – Aimyon [-4]
5) Omokage (Produced by Vaundy) – milet x Aimer x Ikura [-4]
4) Nan demonai yo, (Nothing,) – Macaroni Empitsu [+4]
3) Anarchy – Official Hige Dandism [+3]
2) Ichizu – King Gnu [+1]
1) Zankyou Sanka (Reverberation Song) – Aimer [+8]
 
Extra songs:
Indie Spotlight: WeaJ Empty island AVALON
Enka Extra: Jiro Atsumi () Yume Oi Zake (1978)
Boyband bonus: KATTUN Roar [live] (2021)

Whether you’re feeling clever, or just hanging around we could all use a little magic in our lives right about now. Join Shanna and Lydia as Japan Top 10 delves into this month’s AoTM featuring J-pop rock band Monkey Majik!

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley M

Hosted by: Shanna & Lydia

Audio Edited by: Lydia

Uploaded by: Jack

Songlist:

12) 卒業、そして未来へ (2007)

11) Together (2008)

10) Monster (2009)

9) Is this Love (2017)

8) Sakura (2010)

7) Bitten By You (2019)

6) Change (2007)

5) believe (2019)

4) Around the World (2006)

3) Headlight (2012)

2) Fly (2006)

1) Eden (2020)

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Nola

Hosted by: Tassie and Lydia

Audio Edited by: Tassie

Uploaded by: Jack

The 2010’s idol industry has been called the Idol Warring States period due to its high pace of new groups forming and disbanding with increased market competition. It was also a time of experimentation, pushing the boundary of what idol music sounds or looks like, as idols fought to stand out among the rest. The 2010’s saw idols expand their reach internationally through animation and international collaboration. Join Tassie and Lydia review girl group hits of the 2010’s!

Please note this episode is distributed only for our Patreon Star and Platinum leveled donors.

12. AKB48 – 『ヘビーローテーション』 (Heavy Rotation) (August 18, 2010)

11. SUPER☆GIRLS – 『女子力←パラダイス』(October 5, 2011)

10. BiS – nerve (October 19, 2011)

9. ももいろクローバーZ (Momoiro Clover Z) – 『サラバ、愛しき悲しみたちよ 』(Saraba, Itoshiki Kanashimitachi yo) (Farewell, My Dear Sorrows) (November 21, 2012)

8. AKB48 – 『恋するフォーチュンクッキー』 (Koi suru Fortune Cookie) (The Fall-in-love Fortune Cookie) (August 21, 2013)

7. モーニング娘 (Morning Musume) –『時空を超え 宇宙を超え/Password is {\displaystyle \scriptstyle \emptyset }0 』 (Toki o koe Sora o koe) (Transcend Time, Transcend the Sky/Password is 0) (April 16, 2014)

6. BABYMETAL – 『ギミチョコ!! 』(Gimme Chocolate!) (May 31, 2015)

5. sora tob sakana – 『魔法の言葉』 (Maho no Kotoba) (Magic Words) (February 16, 2016)

4. PassCode – ONE STEP BEYOND (July 5, 2017)

3.欅坂46 Sakurazaka46『ガラスを割れ!!』 (Garasu o ware!) (Break the glass!) (March 7, 2018)

2. 22/7 (Nana bun no Nijuni)『未来があるから』(Mirai ga aru kara) (Because the future exists) (August 22, 2018)

1. DESURABBITS 『Magic of Butterfly -seicho-』(July 10, 2019)

In this episode: Join Haru and Shanna as Japan Top Ten discuss all things Hitori. Are the stereotypes true? Is Hitori living the future? From lonely office workers to singles karaoke, don’t worry about finding a plus one as we look into the culture of going it alone.

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Scripted by: Hayley M

Quality Assured: Hayley G, Hayley M

Hosted by: Haru & Shanna

Audio Edited by: Dean

Uploaded by: Tadamichi

Songlist:

  • Porno Graffitti – Hitori no Yoru (2000)
  • brats – forget me not (2020)
  • Hako Yamasaki- Hitori Uta (1976)
  • Mika Nakashima- Hitori (2005)
  • BiSH – I am me (2019)

Happy New Year everybody and welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. We have some great songs for you this month so sit back and enjoy the countdown.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G

Hosted by: Kirby & Christine

Audio Edited by: Kirby

Uploaded by: Jack

10) Gifted – BE:FIRST [-3]

9)  Zankyou Sanka (Reverberation Song) – Aimer []

8)  Nan demonai yo, (Nothing,) – Macaroni Empitsu [-5]

7) Chopstick – NiziU []

6) Anarchy – Official Hige Dandism []

5) Akeboshi – LiSA [=]

4) Kimi ni Muchū (I’m crazy about you) – Hikaru Utada [-2]

3) Ichizu – King Gnu []

2) Heart – Aimyon [-1]

1) Omokage (Produced by Vaundy) – milet x Aimer x Ikura

Dive into the world of Johnny’s Entertainment! Founded in 1962, Johnny & Associates has been a powerhouse of the Japanese music industry. Johnny’s artists are active in music, film, and theatre, and consistently top the weekly music charts. Enjoy listening to both classic and modern Johnny’s tunes!

 

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Nola

Hosted by: Ethel & Andy

Audio Edited and Uploaded by: Tadamichi

 

Songlist:

For Premium Platinum:

12) なにわ男子Naniwa Danshi – Ubu Love (初心LOVE(うぶらぶ)  Innocent Love))

11) King & Prince – You are my hero (October 6, 2021)

10) TOKIO – Love You Only (September 21, 1994)

9) 関ジャニ∞ (Kanjani-Eight) – Hitori ni Shinai yo (ひとりにしないよ I won’t leave you alone) (June 23, 2021)

For Premium Star:

8) Hey! Say! JUMP – Gunjo Runaway (群青ランナウェイUltramarine Runaway) (August 25, 2021)

7) Sexy Zone – Natsu no Hydrangea (夏のハイドレンジア / Summer Hydrangea (August 5, 2020)

6) SixTONES – “Imitation Rain” (January 22, 2020)

5) Kis-My-FT2 – Fear (August 31, 2021)

For all other listeners (including Premium Base):

4)  KinKi Kids – Atarashii Jidai (新しい時代 A New Era) (December 23, 2020)

3) KAT-TUN – Flashback (March 10, 2021)

2) SMAP – Orenji (オレンジOrange) (August 30, 2000)

1)  ARASHI – “Kanata e(彼方へ To the Other Side” (October 18, 2017)

Welcome to another News Episode from Japan Top 10. Enjoy the episode as we hit some of the hot news in Japan this month.

Scripted by: Hayley G & Hayley M

Quality Assured by: Hayley G 

Hosted by: Christine, Tassie & Lydia

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Johnson

Songlist:

1.  Furusato – Arashi

2.  Yama – OZ

3.  Inferno – Ms. Green Apple

4.  SHE’S – Chained (2021)

5.  Mai Hoshimura – Merry Go Round (2006)

Edward is joined by Sleepwalk Skeletons and Maydenfield. Maydenfield made his last appearance in May 2021 on Japan Top 10 and this time he has come out with a new soundtrack for the anime Rusted Armour and music for NHK’s Soundscapes of Japan to promote ancient regions of Japan. Sleepwalk Skeletons is a rock band from New Zealand, where they create and perform original J-Rock-inspired music.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Nola

Hosted by: Edward

Audio Edited by: Dean

Uploaded by: Tadamichi

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Song List:

Sleepwalk Skeletons – Lighthouse (Exclusive Acoustic Version)

Sleepwalk Skeletons – Stardust (2020)

Maydenfield – Love With a D feat. KINO (August 4, 2020)

Maydenfield – Way Too Deep feat. Xai (February 19, 2021)

Happy New Year everybody and welcome to another episode of Japan Top 10. We have some great songs for you this month so sit back and enjoy the countdown.

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley G

Hosted by: Andy & Haru

Audio Edited & Uploaded by: Tadamichi

 Songlist:

10) Cube – Gen Hoshino [-5]

9) Last Scene – Masaki Suda [NEW]

8)  Tabeta ai (Love I ate) – aiko [-2]

7) Gifted – BE:FIRST [+1]

6) Dai kōbutsu (Favorite Food) – Spitz [-4]

5) Akeboshi – LiSA [NEW]

4) BOY – King Gnu [-1]

3) Nan demonai yo, (Nothing,) – Macaroni Empitsu [+6]

2) Kimi ni Muchū (I’m crazy about you) – Hikaru Utada [NEW]

1) Heart – Aimyon [=]

Extra songs:

Indie Spotlight: [Au Super – 教えて (Self Love)]

J-Rock: Rebirth – Esprit D’Air (2017)

70’s flashback: Sukiyaki (Kiss in the Dark) – Pink Lady  (1979)

While we can’t promise listening to this episode will improve your health we can promise re-energising hip-hop tracks from this month’s AoTM J-pop hip-hop group Ketsumeishi!

Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley M

Hosted by: Ethel & Shanna

Audio Edited and Uploaded by: Danilo

Songlist:

12) こっちおいで (Kocchi Oide) (1999)

11) Namida (2004)

10) Train (2007)

9) Rhythm of the sun (2014)

8) こだま (Kodama) (2011)

7) LOVE LOVE summer (2012)

6) Kanpai no Uta (2018)

5) Familiar (2001)

4)  手紙 過去~ (Tegami) (2001)

3) とわねな夜 (towanena yoru) (2021)

2)  友よ〜この先もずっと… (Tomoyo 〜 konosaki mo zutto…) (2016)

1)  Sakura (2005)