This week, NMB48 topped the Oricon single chart with their new single “Boku wa Inai”, selling 304,315 copies in its first week.
Hey! Say! JUMP topped the Oricon album chart with their album “DEAR.”, selling 16,687 copies in its second week.
It’s been announced that ICONIQ is restarting her entertainment career! But she will no longer be “ICONIQ”; instead, she’ll be working under the name “Ito Yumi.” This is the same name that she used in 2007 and 2008 when she first moved back to Japan from Korea. During that period, she worked as an actress, appearing in dramas and commercials. In 2009, she debuted under the name “ICONIQ.”
The relaunch of Yumi’s career will see her working primarily as an actress. There is no word on if she’ll relaunch her music career as well.
In the September issue of fashion magazine SENSE, out today, Yumi is the subject of an interview with the magazine’s editor in chief. The focus of the interview is on Yumi’s changed state of mind, and her showing her true self.
Check out some photos from the magazine’s sexy shoot below!
Ron along with Charisma.com and RYO-Z (from RIP SLYME) have both provided Opening and Closing songs for the NHK childrens anime “Shonen Ashibe GO! GO! Goma Chan” and it has been announced that these songs will be released as a single “Hello Tomorrow/Gomamu” in October. Keep reading for more info!
Hello!Project group Buono! will finally be returning to the music scene after a long hiatus. On September 21st they will be releasing their first DVD+CD single titled “Sorashido – Nene -“. A second song, “Rock no Seichi”, will also be included on the single and serves as a sequel to “Rock no Kamisama”, a track on their debut studio album “Cafe Buono!”. The groups last new music release was their 2012 mini-album “SHERBET”.
Buono! was formed back in 2007 consisting of C-ute member Airi Suzuki and Berryz Kobo members Miyabi Natsuyaki and Momoko Tsugunaga, their debut single “Honto no Jibun” was used as the first opening them for the anime series “Shugo Chara!”. They became quite popular with idol fans due to their rock-inspired sound. Activities for Buono! came to a halt at the end of 2012, no explanation was ever given. However, fans remained hopeful seeing as their group profile remained on the official H!P website. Looks like that patience paid off!
Check out the covers, tracklist, as well as a short preview for “Sorashido -Nene-” below!
Hello, Arama! Japan readers and welcome to this week’s installment of #1 Song Review! Last week saw KinKi Kids defeat Eir Aoi. This week, we have 3 newcomers facing off! 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!
ONE OK ROCK is one of those Japanese outfits that is serious in spreading their music globally. Not only they are currently touring the world with 5 Seconds of Summer, right after their own Europe tour that concluded on June, but they also recently revealed on their official site that they will be taking part in a tribute album to My Chemical Romance. More details follow after the jump so read on!
Seasonal idol unit Shida Summer Arai Summer has released the short PV to their newest single ‘Annani sukidatta sama‘. Upon first listen you’ll realize that it is not the usual peppy summer song, but a ballad. Taking place on a tropical beach, the girls deliver their emotional song that is sure to move many. Come watch the video and find out more information about the single.