Last month we reported that popular singer/songwriter Kenshi Yonezu would be releasing a new Double A-side single titled “LOSER / Number Nine” on September 28th.  Ahead of this date, the music video for “LOSER” has now been posted to his official Youtube channel.

The PV for this rocking dance track centers on Kenshi showing that he can dance pretty well himself, demonstrating his moves inside a classroom, in a tunnel, and atop a building.  The dance routine he performs in the video was choreographed by Tomohiko Tsujimoto, who is famous for his work with Cirque du Soleil.

You’ll find the full music video for “LOSER” (complete with English subtitles), as well as the single’s cover just beneath the cut.

Last time, we reported that Hey! Say! JUMP’s Yamada Ryosuke is starring in Fuji TV’s next getsu9 drama titled “Cain and Abel”. The theme is the story of “Cain and Abel” from the Bible’s Old Testament and Yamada will be playing Takada Yu, a salaryman who falls in love with his brother’s girlfriend. He craves for the affection of his father who favors his older brother.

The brothers of the drama made a live appearance at Fuji TV’s morning shows to introduce the other cast. We now also have a confirmed broadcast date. Catch the new drama when it starts airing October 17! First episode will be extended by 15 minutes.

The first teasers and visuals are also out! Check out the teasers and the image of Yamada in a suit below.

“Race Queen… Clash of Queen… Race Queen… Clash of Queen… Clash of Race Queen!“

Pop empress Ayumi Hamasaki acts as the spokesmodel for new smartphone game “Clash of Queens.”

In the CMs, Ayumi takes on the role of two different interpretations of what a queen can be: in a modern setting wearing a sexy, revealing outfit as a Race Queen, or as a Queen upon the throne of a royal family that can also fight off dragons in “Clash of Queens.” A true Clash of Queens because they have no relation whatsoever.

Check it out below.

A video teaser for Utada Hikaru’s new song “Nijikan Dake no Vacance” (2 Hour Vacation) has just been uploaded to her YouTube channel and it has been unveiled that it features Shiina Ringo! The video features both women cuddling throughout the video while taking in some interesting scenery. A longer teaser can also be found on her official website. The song will also begin radio airplay today coinciding with the release of “Michi.”

At the end of the teaser it is also revealed that two other songs, “Tomodochi” and “Boukyaku” will feature other artist as well. Nariaki Obukuro from the electronic duo N.O.R.K will feature on “Tomodachi” and upcoming rapper KOHH on “Boukyaku.” Utada has not featured another artist since 2006’s “Ultra Blue” and both of these artist are far from Utada’s typical style. KOHH also sampled Utada’s “Sakura Drops” in his 2013 song “My Last Heart Break.”

What do you think the songs will sound like Arama? Does this make you more interested in the album? Be sure to check out the teaser below!

On November 2, Mika Nakashima will release her new single, “Forget Me Not.” The song serves as the theme song for the movie “Boku no Tsuma to Kekkon Shite Kudasai”, which opens in Japanese theaters on November 5. The ballad is described by Mika as warm, yet sad. It can be heard in the trailer for the movie.

The single’s B-side is a new version of “Birukaze Swimming School”, Mika’s collaboration with SALU from earlier this year. The song serve as the image song for the mobile game “Tsuioku no Ao”, which is out this month. The song is also the new CM song for LINE MUSIC. Mika believes that “Birukaze Swimming School” shows listeners a new side of herself.

Two characters based off of Mika will appear in “Tsuioku no Ao” for a limited time. “Gigant Mika Zombie” is a giant zombie modeled after her, while “Kiseki no Utahime Mika Nakashima” is modeled after the glamorous image Mika usually presents.

In related news, Mika will release her autobiography, “Amanojaku” on October 5. The book will chronicle her life, including her childhood and her battle with patulous Eustachian tubes in both her ears, an ailment which has affected her career. The 200 page book will also include photos and illustrations. “Amanojaku” will include a CD featuring many of Mika’s signature songs, along with a new song titled “Alone.”

Check out more information on these releases below!

Two of the most legendary names of Japanese music have come together for “Bara no youni Saite, Sakura no youni Chitte” (Bloom like a rose, fall like sakura).

Written, composed and arranged by X JAPAN’s leader YOSHIKI, Matsuda Seiko’s heartfelt ballad acts as the theme song of the TBS Summer 2016 drama “Seiseisuru hodo, Aishiteru.” This song marks Matsuda’s first drama theme song for TBS in 20 years since “Sayonara no Shunkan,” which was the theme song for “Dear Woman“.

Check it out below!

Former AKB48 member Takahashi Minami has released the covers and additional information regarding her album Aishitemo Iidesuka?.

Takahashi, who joined AKB48 back in 2005 and graduated earlier this year after 11 years with the group, wanted to show how she has grown up. The now 25-year-old appears fresh-faced and personal with a mature expression on her covers for both the limited edition (pictured left above) and in the regular edition (right).

The singer’s first full-length solo effort will feature production work from a number of renowned artists and bands such as OKAMOTO’S, Makihara Noriyuki, Takamizawa Toshihiko, Mashima Masatoshi, Shun Naka of HY, Carly Rae Jepsen, Billy Steinberg and Josh Alexander.

Hello, Arama! Japan readers and welcome to this week’s installment of #1 Song Review! Last week saw Kis-My-Ft2 defeat RADWIMPS. RADWIMPS is back again this week, facing off against a newcomer. Find out what various staff members thought of the songs that topped the physical and digital charts this week and share your thoughts on them too!