J-pop

J-pop, short for Japanese pop, is a vibrant and eclectic music genre characterized by catchy melodies, upbeat rhythms, and a blend of traditional and modern instrumentation. Emerging in the 1990s, J-pop evolved from the Japanese idol music scene and drew influences from Western pop, rock, and electronic music. During the 2000s, J-pop gained widespread popularity, with its polished production, intricate vocal harmonies, and genre-bending experimentation. Culturally significant, J-pop reflects Japan's unique blend of traditional and modern culture, often incorporating elements of anime, manga, and video games. While sharing similarities with Western pop, J-pop is distinct in its lyrical themes, often focusing on introspection, relationships, and social commentary. Notable for its fusion of electronic and organic elements, J-pop has spawned various sub-genres, from the energetic and playful to the introspective and emotive, showcasing the genre's impressive versatility and creative range.

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Creepy Nuts
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GRANRODEO
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IO
ISSA
Ikimonogakari
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Kairi Yagi
Kei Sugawara
King & Prince
Kinyou Mega Show
Kocchi no Kento
Koji Kikkawa
Kyra Machida
Kôhei Dojima
LE SSERAFIM
LiSA
Lilas Ikuta
Little Glee Monster
MAN WITH A MISSION
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Manamana
Mari Sugaware
Meidai
Misato Watanabe
Myuk
NIJI
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Otaku
QUEEN BEE
Rin音
Ryokuoushoku Shakai
SUPER BEAVER
Sakurako Ohara
Sangatsu no Phantasia
SennaRin
Shiritsu Ebisu Chugaku
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TRINITYAiLE
TakaseToya
Takehara Pistol
Tamio Okuda
Tatsuya Kitani
Toshinori Yonekura
Travis Japan
TrySail
UniteUp!
Urashimasakatasen
Uru
Vaundy
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Yu Takahashi
ZERA
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乃紫
冨岡愛
名取さな
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紫 今
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Kenshi Yonezu
YOASOBI
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XG
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Creepy Nuts
ZEROBASEONE
Tatsuya Kitani
King Gnu
Hikaru Utada
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LiSA
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Lotus Juice
Da-iCE
Higashi
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Aimer
SPITZ
Eve
JKT48
Macaroni Empitsu
Mr.Children
Kana Nishino
ZUTOMAYO
BUMP OF CHICKEN
Ryokuoushoku Shakai
natori
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Gen Hoshino
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MY FIRST STORY
Mark Forster
aiko
Hoshimachi Suisei
Azumi Takahashi
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B'z
Sheena Ringo
Lilas Ikuta
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MAN WITH A MISSION
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Tani Yuuki
PornoGraffitti
HY
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Uru
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マルシィ
Koresawa
UVERworld
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WurtS
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Anri
Shota Shimizu
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Miki Matsubara
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yama
YUI
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Sonoko Inoue
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Keisuke Kuwata
Ayumi Hamasaki
Mariya Takeuchi
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