Following his release of previous single “Akatsuki Zukiyo -DAY BREAKERS-” back in October, Gackt has announced he will release a new single this July.
Ahead of general release to the public, the GACKT STORE is taking preorders for the limited premium version of the currently-untitled single, available only in the online store for more dedicated fans of the popular rock singer-songwriter.
Have you ever fantasized about lying in bed with Gackt? The single covers is following in theme and imagery of the popular “hug pillow” jacket that came with his previous single with his new sensuous bedsheets (pictured below in full). The jacket will be available in two versions: BLACK-GACKT and WHITE-GACKT.
On the single side, Shibutani Subaru topped the chart with “Kioku / Kokoro Odoreba”, with its CD+DVD Limited Edition selling 57,942 copies. The 2 editions of this single took the top 2 spots and sold 103,988 copies, making it the best selling single this week.
On the album side, ONE OK ROCK took the top spot with “35xxxv”, with its CD+DVD Limited Edition selling 137,287 copies. The 2 editions of this album took the top 2 spots and sold 178,874 copies, making it the best selling album this week.
Recochoku:
1. Kumamushi – Attakaindakara
2. MAN WITH A MISSION – Seven Deadly Sins
3. Sandaime J Soul Brothers – R.Y.U.S.E.I
4. AKB48 – Green Flash
5. chay – Anata ni Koi wo Shite Mimashita
6. SEKAI NO OWARI – Dragon Night
7. Sandaime J Soul Brothers – Eeny, meeny, miny, moe!
8. Che’Nelle – Happiness
9. MISIA – Sakura Hitohira
10. back number – Heroine
iTunes:
1. Kumamushi – Attakaindakara 43,514
2. MAN WITH A MISSION – Seven Deadly Sins 23,108
3. chay – Anata ni Koi wo Shite Mimashita 21,599
4. SEKAI NO OWARI – Dragon Night 21,580
5. Sandaime J Soul Brothers – R.Y.U.S.E.I 19,443
6. back number – Heroine 18,867
7. angela – Exist 17,033
8. Sam Smith – Stay With Me 15,793
9. ONE OK ROCK – Heartache 12,363
10. Sandaime J Soul Brothers – Eeny, meeny, miny, moe! 12,327
Hello AramaJapan readers and welcome to this week’s installment of #1 Song Review! Last week saw KAT-TUN come out on top against Kumamushi and back number. This week we have 2 returnees plus 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!
The Oricon physical music charts for the week of 2/9 – 2/15 have been released!
Kanjani8’s Subaru Shibutani made his debut solo last week at #1 with the release of his double A-side single “Kioku/Kokoro odoreba”, pushing 101,315 units. For the album charts, ONE OK ROCK take the top spot with their seventh full-length album “35xxxv” selling 164,640 copies.
Check out the rest of the chart for this week below!
On February 25, rapper KREVA is set to release his new single “Under The Moon.” The single is being released in conjunction with his upcoming tour of the same name, which starts February 27. The Under The Moon tour is a continuation of KREVA’s celebration of his 10th anniversary as a solo act. This tour will see him visiting all 47 of Japan’s prefectures. The Under The Moon tour will have 2 different kinds of shows. Some of the shows will feature KREVA backed by a DJ and drummer while other shows will see him backed by a live band. Check out the music video, cover, and tracklist for “Under The Moon” after the jump!
While the group has never truly embraced all aspects of its idol image, TOKYO GIRLS’ STYLE revealed last month that all future material will be as artists. The group has announced to proceed with their newer, more mature era with new single “Stay with me” on March 11.
The 18th single released by the group, the title track was written by member Miyu Yamabe and will feature lead vocals by leader Hitomi Arai.
A web teaser video has been released revealing Mei Shoji as the main character in the music video.
From February 18 – 20, Japan Week will be taking place in New York’s renowned Grand Central Terminal.
This will be the fourth time the event is being held since its 2012 inception. Japan Week was created by the Japan National Tourism Organization as a means to boost tourism to Japan.
The train station’s iconic Vanderbilt Hall will be turned into a mini-Japan of sorts. At this 3 day event, visitors can learn about the new Hokuriku Shinkansen bullet train (which begins service next month), try Japanese food at the makeshift depachika, and watch a luxury kimono wedding, among other things.
MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON, which was created by Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s management company ASOBI SYSTEM, will have a booth there, as will other entities such as NHK World, Seiko, and Delta Airlines.
Speaking of NHK World, the channel’s fashion program “Tokyo Fashion Express” will be reporting on the event for its March 30 episode. Speaking of fashion, neo-gyaru icon Alisa Ueno will be making an appearance at the event to talk about style. She will be in town to take part in the New York Fashion Week event “TOKYO RUNWAY meets NEW YORK.” At this inaugural event, 7 Japanese labels will be showing their collections in an effort to generate international interest in Japanese fashion.
A full list of Japan Week events can be found here.
