Konnichiwa, fellow collectors! ✨ As the vibrant colors of ajisai paint the Japanese landscape and the anticipation of summer matsuri fills the air, we're thrilled to bring you the latest treasures for your display shelves. Between June 21st and June 27th, our store is incredibly excited to introduce 35 brand-new bishoujo figures, ready to capture your heart! Get ready to dive into a wave of cuteness and dynamic poses, featuring fan-favorite characters from your beloved anime, manga, and video games. Whether you're looking for a kawaii addition or that perfect centerpiece, these stunning bishoujo beauties are waiting to become the next jewels in your collection. Don't miss out on adding these limited gems to your otaku haven!

※ Please note that some products may be unavailable in selected regions.

En Morikura Illustration Santa Girl Non-Scale Figure (Re-run)

Santa baby, come hurry down the chimney tonight!
Union Creative and sculptor Design COCO are bringing us a festive treat with this non-scale figure based on original artwork by illustrator En Morikura! Measuring 11", this bright-eyed, blonde-haired santa girl is hurrying to deliver gifts to all the good girls and boys with a sack over her shoulder and a cheerful smile on her face that is sure to warm up even the coldest winter nights. Don’t miss out on adding this festive cutie to your collection!

PREMIUM Figure BanG Dream! MyGO!!!!! Taki Shiina: School Uniform Ver.

To Love-Ru Darkness Uniform Series Riko Yuusaki Non-Scale Figure

To Love-Ru Darkness Uniform Series Mikan Yuuki: High School Student Ver. Non-Scale Figure (Re-run)

Gakuen Idolm@ster Rinami Himesaki: Kimi to Semi Blue Ver. 1/7 Scale Figure

No Game No Life Black Shiro 1/7 Scale Figure

"I am Black Shiro––here to give Brother his final judgement. ♡"

From "No Game No Life" comes a scale figure of Black Shiro from the 11th volume of the light novel!

Dressed in a revealing sailor outfit, her striking appearance–enveloped in an air of darkness–has been faithfully captured in figure form. Her rainbow wings are made with translucent parts for an elegant finish. Be sure to add this different side of "Shiro" with her bewitching smile to your collection!

Nendoroid Blue Archive Mika Misono (Swimsuit) -Basic-

"Once more, I, Misono Mika, have arrived!"

From the popular game "Blue Archive" comes a Nendoroid [Basic] of the Trinity General School Tea Party member Mika in a swimsuit!

What is Nendoroid [Basic]?
Nendoroid [Basic] is a lineup of Nendoroids that omit face plates and optional parts, resulting in more affordability and faster production!
They feature the same functionality as regular Nendoroids, allowing them to share interchangeable hand parts, leg parts, head parts and face plates with other Nendoroids!

Fairy Tail Wendy Marvell: Bunny Ver. 1/4 Scale Figure

Wendy the Sky Dragon Slayer–now available in a bunny outfit!

From the anime series "FAIRY TAIL" comes a bunny figure of Wendy! Her characteristic twintails and adorable smile have been captured in figure form with all of their charm, as were her petite frame and adorable pose. Cloth was used for the realistic fishnet tights wrapped tightly around her legs. Be sure to add this impressive 1/4 scale figure to your collection, and display her with Mirajane Strauss: Bunny Ver. (sold separately), also available for preorder!

Front Mission Zenith Girl: Gray Ver.

To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the FRONT MISSION series, the Wanzer, Zenith, is transformed into an all-new model kit, ZENITH GIRL!

The illustrator Nidy-2D-, well known for the striking proportions of his female model kit designs, reimagines Zenith as a cute girl!
ZENITH GIRL Gray Ver. is featured in a new gray color scheme and comes with new expressions and weapons.

・The new gray color scheme is the same coloring as Square Enix's Structure Arts Plus 1/48 Zenith V 30th Anniversary Edition.
・Includes three new expressions. The skin tone comes in a new pure white.
・Includes the newly sculpted weapons, Keen Saber and Fire Wall.
・The rifle and shotgun are included.
・Can be displayed in both Armed Mode and Unarmed Mode.
・Compatible with a wide range of weapons from Square Enix's Structure Arts 1/72 Wanzer series, offering a variety of ways to pose and customize.
・Includes hand parts that allow her to hold the weapons from Square Enix's Structure Arts Plus 1/48 Zenith V 30th Anniversary Edition.
・Comes with connector parts that enable attachment of the arm units from Square Enix's Front Mission Structure Arts Plus 1/48 Zenith V 30th Anniversary Edition.
・The kit includes a variety of weapons and joint parts. Users can recreate different combat scenes.
・The 3mm connectors allow this model to be customized with existing parts from M.S.G, Frame Arms, Frame Arms Girl, Hexa Gear, Sousai Shojo Teien, Arcanadea, and other series.
・Includes decals for the eyes and other markings.

UMS004 Female Body Mia: Unpainted Ver. 1/12 Scale Action Figure

Designed and produced by manufacture Romankey, we are glad to bring you this 1/12 scale female body Mia! Featuring a smooth and realistic body shape along with a wide range of articulation, Mia is perfect for posing and customization. The set includes a variety of interchangeable parts, allowing for countless display options. As an unpainted version, it is also ideal for painting projects and custom creations. Don't miss out!

UMS004C Female Body Mia: Pre-Painted Ver. 1/12 Scale Action Figure

Designed and produced by manufacture Romankey, we are glad to bring you this 1/12 scale female body Mia pre-painted ver.! Featuring a smooth and realistic body shape along with a wide range of articulation, Mia is perfect for posing and customization. The set includes a variety of interchangeable parts, allowing for countless display options. Don't miss out!

Daiblos Core Maree Rouge: Banquet of Falling Plums: Standard Ver. 1/6 Scale Figure

Under the planning and production of KAWA DESIGN, here comes the 1/6 scale figure of " Maree Rouge Banquet of Falling Plums" from game "DAIBLOS CORE"! Planned to include an illustration colored paper and an interchangeable face part as bonuses. Don't miss out!

Daiblos Core Maree Rouge: Banquet of Falling Plums: Water Trail Ver. 1/6 Scale Figure

Under the planning and production of KAWA DESIGN, here comes the 1/6 scale figure of " Maree Rouge Banquet of Falling Plums" from game "DAIBLOS CORE"! Planned to include an illustration colored paper and an interchangeable face part as bonuses. Don't miss out!

Blue Archive Aris: Awaken, Supernova! 1/7 Scale Figure

"Sensei, Aris is now the strongest warrior in the world.

From the popular game "Blue Archive" comes a 1/7 scale figure of Aris, a member of the game development department at Millennium Science School. Aris has been sculpted wielding Sword of Light: Supernova, her large railgun, with ease. In addition to her dynamic pose, Aris' energetic smile and flowy long hair work together to highlight her innocent and youthful charm. The impressive Sword of Light: Supernova has been carefully sculpted down to its mechanical details and opening mechanisms. The unbalance between the immense weapon and Aris' petite frame give the figure a unique and adorable appeal. Be sure to add the gallant Aris to your collection!

figma Blue Archive Shiroko*Terror

"A natural result, since Sensei is with us."

From the popular game "Blue Archive" comes a figma of Shiroko*Terror, a third-year student at Abydos High School and member of Abydos Student Council!

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Azur Lane New Jersey: Dancing in the Moonlight Ver. 1/7 Scale Figure

Blue Archive Shiroko 1/7 Scale Figure

"Second-year of Abydos' Foreclosure Task Force, Sunaookami Shiroko. Hello."

From the popular game "Blue Archive" comes a 1/7 scale figure of Shiroko, the Abydos High School student. Shiroko has been captured in figure form with a relaxed standing pose and calm expression as she gazes towards the viewer. Iconic elements such as her Abydos school uniform, vivid blue scarf and school bag have been carefully brought to life. The blue and green accents on her subdued outfit work hand in hand with the simple design to highlight her unique charm. Her rifle, WHITE FANG 465, and her halo have also been sculpted and painted with care. Interchangeable parts to display her as Blue from the Masked Swimsuit Gang are included as well.

Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair Chiaki Nanami: Bunny Ver. 1/3 Scale Figure

The Ultimate Gamer Chiaki Nanami has arrived as a towering 1/3 scale figure in a bunny outfit!

From the popular high-speed deduction action game "Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair" comes an enormous 1/3 scale figure of Chiaki Nanami! The original bunny costume is highlighted by a hood that's a perfect fit for her character, and her gentle smile is full of charm. Be sure to add this impressively large figure to your collection and display her with Junko Enoshima: Bunny Ver. (1/3 Scale), also available for preorder!

Frame Arms Girl Second Jive

The ferociously quick white wolf SECOND JIVE joins the Frame Arms Girl series!

Frame Arms Girl Second Jive is based on the Frame Arms model of the same name designed by Kotobukiya sculptor Katsuhiko Hori and transformed into an original female character illustrated by E-ji Komatsu.

Model Specifications:
・Some parts of the character are newly sculpted. The sculpts for the voluminous bangs, ponytail, and chest are unique.
・Includes three pre-painted face parts: Default, smirking, and surprised.
・The skin tone comes in pale white.
・The base color is recolored to white for a completely different appearance.
・The signature weapons, Blade Gun, Multi-cannon, and Slab Hanger, are newly sculpted.
・The handle of the Blade Gun can be separated to be used as a machete.
・The barrel of the Multi-cannon can be reconfigured into a rifle, blade, and cannon. The edge of the blades use clear parts.
・The Slab Hanger is able to be separated and extended out, and features various connection points. Enjoy even more options with this updated feature.
・The bike can transform and be equipped to the model for armed mode.
・In bike mode, several weapons can be suspended from the Slab Hanger for an even more firepower.
・Includes large tires for bike mode and small tires for armed mode. The small tires can also be used with bike mode.
・The bike can be parked with the included interchangeable deployable stand.
・The included round base can be used with both armed mode and bike mode (small and large tires).
・Includes five sets of PVC hand parts.
・Includes decals for the eyes.
・The PVC hands are compatible with existing weapons from the M.S.G and Frame Arms series.
・The model is equipped with 3mm connection points for the joints, making it customizable with existing M.S.G, Frame Arms, Megami Device, Hexa Gear, Sousai Shojo Teien, and Arcanadea series parts.

What is Frame Arms Girl?
Frame Arms Girl is a spin-off of Kotobukiya's original model kit series, Frame Arms, that creates a bishoujo-style character for each mecha.
The kits come with multi-colored parts and face parts pre-printed with tampography, making them easy to assemble with no paint required.
Equipped with the signature 3mm joints and PVC hands from Frame Arms, Frame Arms Girl models can be combined with a variety of parts from series such as M.S.G (Modeling Support Goods), Frame Arms, and more!
The latest models’ heads, arms, and legs in the series are fully compatible with each other, so users can create their very own unique Frame Arms Girl!

Kiru Pla Sousai Shojo Teien Madoka Yuki: Touou High School Winter Clothes

Introducing a new series that combines plastic models with cloth outfits, Kiru Pla!

Madoka Yuki makes her appearance as the first entry in the Kiru Pla series, which features a plastic model character body and a cloth outfit in one set.
Thanks to the cloth material that provides little hindrance to articulation, both a high degree of poseability and the cloth’s soft texture can be fully enjoyed.

This product includes both the head and body, making it possible to recreate the character with just this one kit. It is also highly recommended as a starter kit for beginners to cloth outfits.

Product Highlights!

[Three Hairstyles]
Three types of parts are included so that the hairstyle can be arranged to match any mood: Long Hair, Ponytail, and Twin Tails.
Three bangs parts are included, making this a deluxe kit where all three hairstyles can be enjoyed without having to swap out parts.

[Pre-Painted Face Parts]
Three types of face parts are included: Smiling, Teasing, and Crying. By swapping them out to match the pose or scene, the character can be expressed in a lively manner.

[DRESS UP BODY PLUS]
The body uses DRESS UP BODY PLUS [M], which features a newly sculpted waist section.
By removing the innerwear details and molding the body in a flesh color, the range of clothes that can be worn has been expanded.
This kit is molded in Skin Color A, making it easy to customize and enjoy with many currently available characters.

[Different Length Neck Joints]
The set includes three types of neck joints: Type A (for SOUSAISHOJOTEIEN), Type B (for Megami Device), and Type C (for regular doll clothes). Type B has a slightly longer neck than Type A to support use with Megami Device heads. Type C has an even longer neck than Type B to prevent it from being hidden under the clothing.
The set also includes two types of ball joints: 5mm and 6mm. The 5mm type is compatible with SOUSAISHOJOTEIEN, ARCANADEA, Frame Arms Girl, and Megalomaria Unlimited Universe models, while the 6mm type is compatible with Megami Device models.

[Different Length Socks]
The set comes with three types of interchangeable calf parts and socks: short socks, high socks, and thigh-high socks.
*The same thigh parts will be used when assembling legs with short socks or high socks.

[Touou High School Winter Clothes]
The outfit is recreated using cloth.
The upper and lower parts of the sailor uniform, alongside the innerwear, make one set.
The top uses an elastic fabric, making it easy to put on.

White Album 2 Setsuna Ogiso: reunion Ver. 1/6 Scale Figure

White Album 2 Kazusa Touma: reunion Ver. 1/6 Scale Figure

Azur Lane August von Parseval: The Unhulde’s Midday Respite 1/6 Scale Figure

Shigure Ui (9-year-old) 1/7 Scale Figure

PLAMATEA Rebuild of Evangelion Rei Ayanami

“Even if I disappear, I'll be replaced.”

From "Rebuild of Evangelion" comes a PLAMATEA of the "First Girl", Rei Ayanami!

· Approximately 170mm in height.
· Limbs are articulated and includes various interchangeable hand parts.
· The extensive articulation allows for a wide variety of poses.
· A hand part for holding her glasses case is included, as well as hand parts for displaying her with the weapon included with MODEROID Evangelion Unit-01 (sold separately) or other similar products.
· Choose from three different expressions: a serious face, a smiling face, and a glaring face.
· A pre-painted smiling face plate is included, and you can use eye decals for included serious, smiling and glaring face plates to set the direction she is looking.
· Decals for various markings and colors are included.
· Parts have been separated into various colored runners and pre-painted parts, which together with the included decals make it easy to recreate Rei's appearance from the series with simple assembly.
· Articulated stand included.

PLAMATEA Rebuild of Evangelion Asuka Shikinami Langley

"I'll make a special exception. You can call me Asuka."

From “Rebuild of Evangelion” comes a PLAMATEA of the "Second Girl", Asuka Shikinami Langley!

· Approximately 170mm in height.
· Limbs are articulated and includes various interchangeable hand parts.
· The extensive articulation allows for a wide variety of poses.
· A hand part for holding her puppet is included, as well as a hand part for displaying her with the weapon included with MODEROID Evangelion Unit-01 (sold separately) or other similar products.
· Choose from three different expressions: a smiling face, a blushing face and a "What are you, stupid?" face.
· A pre-painted smiling face plate is included, and you can use eye decals for included smiling, blushing and "What are you, stupid?" face plates to set the direction she is looking.
· Decals for various markings and colors are included.
· Parts have been separated into various colored runners and pre-painted parts, which together with the included decals make it easy to recreate Asuka's appearance from the series with simple assembly.
· Articulated stand included.

Azur Lane Marco Polo: The Queen of Hearts Ver. 1/7 Scale Figure

Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf Holo feat. Saitom 1/7 Scale Figure

A Holo figure by saitom with a mystical appearance has arrived!

Presenting the third entry in Good Smile Company's new character x illustrator x figure project "COVERS"!

From "Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf" comes a scale figure of Holo based on an original illustration by saitom. Details such as her long hair floating in the breeze and her big, fluffy tail, as well as her supple figure and the expression of the delicate, translucent cloth, were all faithfully captured in figure form. Be sure to add this charming Holo that only saitom could create to your collection!

Nendoroid Delicious in Dungeon Falin (Chimera)

"It's so cute..."

From "Delicious in Dungeon" comes a Nendoroid of Falin (Chimera)!

Nendoroid Doll Fate/stay night Saber: Casual Outfit Ver.

Presenting a Nendoroid Doll of Saber in her casual outfit!

From "Fate/stay night" comes a Nendoroid Doll of Saber in her casual outfit! The Nendoroid Doll series of palm-sized action figures feature the same heads as standard Nendoroids, but alternate doll-like bodies that are highly articulated and can easily be dressed-up into different outfits! Be sure to add Saber in her casual outfit to your collection! *The skin tone of this Nendoroid Doll is a special color to match that of the original character.

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Pop Up Parade Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Aura

A New Addition to the POP UP PARADE!

POP UP PARADE is a series of figures that are easy to collect with affordable prices and speedy releases! Each figure typically stands around 17-18cm in height and the series features a vast selection of characters from popular anime and game series, with many more to be added soon!

Sakura Miko: Date Style - Casual Outfit Ver. 1/7 Scale Figure

Hit the town with Mikochi in her casual outfit!

From "hololive production" comes a statue figure of VTuber Sakura Miko in her casual outfit! She's depicted in a lively pose, one leg slightly raised as if she's about to break into a run in the midst of falling cherry blossoms. Her cute date outfit, including a plaid pleated skirt, cream-colored knit sweater and shoulder bag, has been meticulously sculpted down to the finest details. The soft, plush look of the knitted fabric and the textures of her skirt have been realistically expressed with careful gloss control and subtle adjustments to the paintwork. Her gartered knee-high socks and ribbon accessories are can't-miss highlights that fit Mikochi's cute image perfectly. Complete with a base decorated with fallen cherry blossom petals, this figure evokes the arrival of spring.

Uma Musume: Pretty Derby Daiwa Scarlet: Your Scarlet Tailwind Ver. 1/7 Scale Figure

"I am the best, after all!"

From the game "Umamusume: Pretty Derby" comes a 1/7 scale figure of Daiwa Scarlet! This figure is based on the [Your Scarlet Tailwind] support card. Daiwa Scarlet is posed with her arms outstretched as though she's about to leap into a crowd of celebratory cheers. Her wide eyes and blossoming smile vividly convey the euphoria of victory. The careful recreation of racewear details such as her tiara, ribbon and boots contribute to the figure's bright and beautiful presence. Her widespread twintails and tail have been meticulously sculpted to capture their volume and the appearance of motion, creating a dynamic silhouette. Color gradation at the tips of her hair adds an extra touch of glamor to her appearance. Use included jewel stickers to further enhance her moment.

She's the cutest and the coolest thanks to her #1 smile. Be sure to add her to your collection!

Rhodes Kids Series Arknights Pramanix Non-Scale Figure

From the hit game Arknights, the Rhodes Kids Series welcomes its newest addition—""Pramanix""!

Little Pramanix holds up the snowman she's just finished, a soft smile spreading across her cheeks. Her fluffy ears poke from beneath a large snow cap, while her puffy short hair rests gently on her shoulders, making her look especially adorable. Bundled up in thick winter clothes with her tail curled around her arm, she radiates the pure and joyful spirit of winter.

Doctor, come and take this lovely little one—Pramanix—home!

Uma Musume: Pretty Derby Grass Wonder 1/7 Scale Figure

"Noble and gallant, I march on... towards my ambitions."

Grass Wonder, the ideal image of the Japanese beauty from Umamusume: Pretty Derby arrives as a scale figure!

Grass Wonder's suppleness and power can be felt through her flowing hair and light step!

The details of her racing outfit have also been faithfully recreated, beautifully expressing its vivid tricolor scheme and flowing lines.
Behind her gentle smile hides her strength! Check out all of Grass Wonder's charms packed in this figure!
The base resembles grass, so fans can further enjoy the heated atmosphere of the race.

Add this scale figure that fully captures Grass Wonder's charm to your collection today!

Vocaloid fans are well aware of how notoriously difficult some Vocaloid songs are. Afterall, one of the reasons that Vocaloid producers started using the program is because they’re able to pull off music that’s not humanly possible. But that hasn’t stopped anyone from covering their favorite Vocaloid tracks over the years. It led to the rise of utaite on Niconico, and even popular hololive VTubers continue to put out their own versions.

If you want to bring some Vocaloid songs to karaoke—or maybe even become a professional performer one day—we have the playlist ready to get you started! We’ve made a ranking of beloved Vocaloid classics ranging from easy ballads to extreme vocal challenges depending on how hard you want to go for your karaoke session.

NOTE: Most Japanese karaoke systems require kana input (i.e. hiragana and/or katakana) unless they are originally romanized. For songs with commonly known English titles, we’ll refer to them using their English titles with their Japanese counterparts (e.g. YOASOBI’s “Idol” アイドル).

Stage 1: Beginner / Warm Up

Ease into Vocaloid karaoke with these songs whether it’s your first attempt at karaoke or you just need to get your vocal chords ready to go hours with the mic.

“Dawn and Fireflies (夜明けと蛍)” - n-buna
The song’s mild tempo is easy to keep up with to get you started. While it has some high notes, it’s a safe pick for most people.

“Love Trial” (恋愛裁判) - 40mP
“Love Trial” offers a step up in speed, but the song’s key and range aren’t too much of a challenge just yet.

“Matryoshka” (マトリョシカ) - HACHI
When you’re ready for a slightly more intense warmup, “Matryoshka” has the upbeat tempo and key changes to prepare for Hachi’s harder songs like “Sunanowakusei” and “Donut Hole.”

“KING” - Kanaria
Get ready to try more challenging songs by practicing breath control and support with Kanaria’s “KING.” Then have a shot at other popular Kanaria songs like “QUEEN” or “Yoidoreshirazu” to level up.

Once you’ve gotten those songs in the bag, you’re ready to take on a number of Vocaloid staples. By this point the songs are going faster, cover a wider vocal range, and require better pitch and breath control.

(Want to learn more about Vocaloid and J-Pop? Check out our previous article on artists who started their careers producing Vocaloid music!)

Stage 2: Intermediate / Level Up

A tip for these songs: listen to covers and Project Sekai versions! Many Vocaloid producers have also released their own self-covers, and of course other musicians have taken on the challenge, too. Even if you’re just doing these songs for fun at karaoke, you can pick up ideas on how to adapt the song to your own style and learn techniques by hearing pros.

“Phony” (フォニイ) - tsumiki
Be ready to do a bunch of key changes as the song progresses. The “phony phony phony” bits will also require good pitch control as they go higher.

“Charles” (シャルル) - balloon
Although it doesn’t have as many key changes compared to “Phony,” the chorus in “Charles” will have you jumping notes quite a bit. And keep breathing technique in mind as you follow the beat.

“World Is Mine” (ワールドイズマイン) - ryo (supercell)
If you’re going to sing Vocaloid, you have to take on this classic. The difficulty comes in timing and being able to remain expressive during the spoken parts of the song. But if it’s a bit intimidating to try alone, follow Cosmic Princess Kaguya’s example and turn it into a duet for two.

“magnet” - Takahiro Minato (RyūseiP)
Speaking of duets, “Magnet” is a great one to do at karaoke. Timing is everything with this song just like any other piece that needs two or more singers. It’s also a good start if you want to collaborate with other people and learn how to sync up with each other.

“Shōjo Rei” - Mikito P
Compared to other songs at this level, “Shōjo Rei” might seem easier. But this is where your ability to add nuance and feeling can develop to deliver an emotionally powerful song. Once you’re ready to speed it up, switch over to “Roki” for a more rock approach to vocal expression.

“Hibana” - DECO27*
We can’t have a Vocaloid playlist without a Deco*27 song in the mix. And taking everything you’ve worked on up until this point, “Hibana” is the perfect song to put it all to the test. Try to stay with the song’s quick beat while putting on an emotive rock performance. And if you can keep that momentum up with other iconic Deco*27 songs like “The Vampire” (ヴァンパイア) and “Monitoring” (モニタリング), you’re ready to go to the next stage.

Stage 3: Expert / Boss Fight

Being able to execute songs well at this level can lead to a really impressive performance. But remember you can always change the key or slow the tempo while you work on improving your technique.

“Darling Dance” (ダーリンダンス) - Kairikibear
“Darling Dance” is a pretty high song. Start by practicing at a lower key until you’re comfortable enough to try the original.

“Kyu-kurarin” - Iyowa
Aside from the range and tempo, the tune of “Kyu-kurarin” really requires familiarity and practice. It’s good to keep a lyric sheet in hand to add annotations for where music takes sudden turns.

“Ego Rock” (エゴロック) - THREEE
The fast pace of this song calls for a lot of breath control and being able to articulate the lyrics well during those moments.

“Meltdown” (炉心融解) - iroha(sasaki)
If you’re looking to really push yourself to hit high notes, “Meltdown” can get you there. It’s not as fast as other songs at this level, but that way you can focus on working on your pitch control.

“Tetoris” (テトリス) - Hiiragi magnetite
“Tetoris” covers a wide range. So prepare to go really low or really high if you plan to change the key. The tempo is also quite fast which calls for good enunciation of the lyrics to make the song sound clear.

“God-ish” (神っぽいな) - PinocchioP
Variety is the highlight of “God-ish” and also what makes it hard to master. Not only does the song have a wide range with different vocal styles throughout, but it also switches between fast and slow parts. But mastering this means you’re that much closer to tackling some of the hardest Vocaloid songs, like PinocchioP’s “Non-Breath Oblige.”

“The Disappearance of Hatsune Miku” (初音ミクの消失) - cosMo@Bousou-P
This song sounds impossible, but it’s been done. Our karaoke abilities here at TOM aren’t at this level of Vocaloid singing skills yet, but there’s no doubt it takes a ton of practice, technique, and dedication.

And remember to have fun! Don’t stress out about nailing these songs perfectly on your first try. That’s all we’ve got for this edition of TOM’s karaoke playlist. Tag us with your favorite Vocaloid covers or share your own rendition of these songs!

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Written by Alon Bramble for TOM News, with special thanks to staff karaoke expert Hayley

It was a week of celebration for MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026, with the Grand Ceremony taking place at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO on June 13, 2026. Other events like「LiSANi! LIVE on TOKYO ANIME MUSIC HIGHLIGHTS」and「MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN WEEK SPECIAL LIVE Billboard JAPAN | Spotify present Women In Music - EQUAL STAGE」happened on June 9th and served as additional highlights to promote the main awards ceremony.

Here’s our review of「MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN WEEK SPECIAL LIVE Billboard JAPAN | Spotify present Women In Music - EQUAL STAGE」, hosted by Ryo Nagoshi and mikako (Nagie Lane), with performances by ATRASHII GAKKO!, Hitsujibungaku, LANA, and Awich.

What is Billboard JAPAN Women In Music and Spotify EQUAL?

In 2022, Billboard JAPAN began「Billboard JAPAN Women in Music」as an initiative to highlight, empower, and support “cool” female artists in Japan for a more inclusive society. Spotify launched their global project「Spotify EQUAL」in 2021 with the goal of providing female artists and creators with opportunities to reach a wider global audience and continue expressing themselves through their craft.

Both of these initiatives have had tangible effects both within Japan and globally. After Awich was chosen to participate in「Spotify EQUAL」in September 2021, her statistics as of December 2025 show her monthly listeners grew +154%, with a +476% boost in replays of her official Spotify playlist, and a +776% growth in overseas listeners.

Spotify EQUAL Japan Playlist

According to Billboard JAPAN’s weekly「JAPAN Hot 100 」chart, there were 245 songs that charted in 2025, 45 more songs than in 2023. They’ve attributed this to the rise in popularity of female artists, with women representing 63.7% of the songs ranking in on the short-term Top 100 chart in 2025, a growth from 58.6% in 2023.

ATARASHII GAKKO!: Dance and Energy

Known as ATARASHII GAKKO! Leaders in Japan, Mizyu, Suzuka, Kanon, and Rin made their worldwide debut as ATARASHII GAKKO! in 2021. The group represents a new generation of Japanese youth, and their songs are themed around the Japanese word “seishun”, the formative years associated with adolescence and coming of age. They strive to show their individual personality and expression through their dance, and you’ll notice sections of the performance where each member’s choreography has been left up to them as to how they dance.

In a short interview with「Spotify EQUAL」, the group also talked about their concept as artists trying to challenge their limits, but without breaking the rules. They explained that it’s about being brave and challenging yourself with the help of your friends, by yourself, or whenever you’re ready to try something new. Don’t worry about failure, just start learning.

They opened the night with “Go Wild”, followed by a round of other high energy songs that immediately grabbed the crowd’s attention.

ATARASHII GAKKO!’s songs aren’t confined to just one genre. Their setlist included hip-hop, enka, jazz, rock, and more traditional Japanese chord progression over the 8 songs they performed. It made for a unique, cohesive blend that is further amplified by their choreography which includes Japanese festival dance, kabuki performance, contemporary dance, synchronized dance, and more.

Their second song, “Chanka Chanka” is a great example of how they express the Japanese culture of summer festivals and yokai using hip-hop, enka, and Japanese chords, along with incorporating common festival dance into their choreography. One other interesting thing to note about the group is their songs aren’t specifically beholden to one era of sheishun, “OTONABLUE” transports you to Japan’s bubble era in the 80’s which is a completely different beat.

It’s the dedication to pushing their limits, being unconventional, and their showmanship that has made ATRASHII GAKKO! a worldwide success. Before they left the stage, they continued to pump up the audience for the following performers, which reiterated the feeling of community and support.

ATRASHII GAKKO! Setlist
1. Go Wild
2. Chanka Chanka
3. オトナブルー (OTONABLUE)
4. Arigato
5. 乙女の美学 (Otome no Bigaku)
6. Fly High
7. Tokyo Calling
8. One heart

Official HP: https://leaders.asobisystem.com/

Hitsujibungaku: Vocal Expression and Feeling

Hitsujibungaku were the second group to perform and the only rock group of the night. Moeka Shiotsuka (Vo.Gt) and Yurika Kasai (Ba.) made their major debut as Hitsujibungaku under Sony Music in 2020. The group is known overseas for their song “more than words”, one of Jujutsu Kaisen’s season two ending songs, and they are continuing to grow in popularity, with recent tours within Europe and Asia.

Their harmonious vocals, driving bass, powerful drums, and calming melodies put your mind at ease when listening to their music. Their first song “OOPARTS” had the audience peacefully swaying to Moeka’s voice, and the same can be said throughout their entire set list. “more than words” also highlights another of the band’s strong points, their lyrics. Moeka’s word choice and delivery is personal and sincere, which makes their music connect with fans on an emotional level.

However, it was their last song of the night and most recent single, “Dogs”, which showcased Moeka’s powerful voice. It soared throughout the entire concert hall like a graceful bird flying free. Hitsujibungaku’s music will speak to you, reach you, and take you on a reflective journey.

Hitsujibungaku Setlist
1. OOPARTS
2. doll
3. 声 (Koe)
4. more than words
5. Dogs

Official HP: https://www.hitsujibungaku.info/

LANA - Style and Personality

LANA followed as the first solo artist of the night, demanding all attention be on her. At 22 years old, LANA was the youngest artist featured during the concert, but she’s a powerful rising star in the Japanese music industry. Her performance ignited the audience. She started to upload her songs to SoundCloud in 2020, and began to seriously pursue music as a career in 2022. While her roots are in hip-hop and R&B, her setlist proved that she’s gone beyond to mix pop and electronic styles into her music. She continues to write her own lyrics, co-arrange her songs, and more under her own label. She also began her own first tour through Japan in 2026.

LANA visually stood out with her tattoos, camo patterned outfit, and diva like aura. She opened her performance with “Like a Flower” which highlighted her rap, husky voice, and ambition as an artist. The audience caught her infectious energy, threw their hands up, and focused all eyes on LANA. She kept the energy high with the live band arrangement of “No.5”, and there was even a vibe check done before she went into a remix of “My Life”. But it was her performance and cover of “Angel with Broken Wings” where she slowed the show down, opened up about her life, and explained how the song got her through some hard times. The ballad showcased off her vocal prowess, humbleness, and gratitude for the journey she’s been on.

LANA Setlist
1. 華 (Life a Flower)
2. No.5 Band Arr
3. My Life Remix
4. it's okay Band Arr
5. 翼の折れたエンジェル (Angel with Broken Wings)
6. Drama Queen
7. Like a Flower
8. L7 Blues Extended

Official HP: https://lanal7.com/

Awich - Lyrics and Performance

The final performer of the night was Awich, whose real name in Japanese means Asian Wish Child. She was the veteran and heavy hitter of the night and has found major success around the world within the last 5-6 years. As the Japanese queen of rap and hip-hop, hailing from Okinawa, Awich debuted her first EP “Inner Research” in 2006, before moving to Atlanta, Georgia that same year. Her first full album "Asia Wish Child" released in 2007, but after the birth of her daughter and sudden loss of her husband in 2011, she wouldn’t step back onto the music scene until August 2017 with the release of “8”, her first album in 10 years. Her recent album “Okinawan Wuman” released in 2025, and was produced by the RZA, one of America's most iconic hip-hop icons. The album represents her life story and is a strong letter to her home of Okinawa.

Something that stuck with us that Awich said was that if you’ve ever given up on a dream, it’s never too late to take revenge on it. You normally hear that you should never give up and to keep trying, but hearing Awich reflect on her life, struggles, depression, and finally come back to her dream speaks to her character as a person and a mother. She said the most important thing needed is talking and listening to yourself, advice that was also echoed by each artist that night.

When Awich started there weren’t many, if hardly any female rappers to stand by her as support, but the industry has changed and she’s been a part of that change for other female rappers in Japan. LANA joined her on stage to sing “Bad Bitch 美学 feat. LANA”, and their on stage dynamic made for an exhilarating performance. LANA wasn’t the only female artist to join Awich. Her daughter, Toyomi Jah’mira known as Yomi Jah, also took the stage to sing “TSUBASA feat. Yomi Jah” with her mother. Everything came full circle in that moment, for us in the audience to realize how far the industry has grown with more female artists and proper representation. As Awich pointed out, there’s still a long way to go, but progress has been made. The fact there was an entire night dedicated to amazing female artists was a testament to that fact.

As mentioned earlier, Awich was the veteran of the performers and with that came an increased level of improvisation, crowd work, confidence and an energy that could only come from years of experience. She was the perfect choice to close the night out.

Awich Setlist
1. Remember
2. どれにしようかな
3. RASEN in OKINAWA
4.LONGINESS REMIX
5. Bad Bitch 美学 feat. LANA
6. Revenge
7. TSUBASA feat. Yomi Jah
8. Bad Bad
9. A Woman Hung Up

Official HP: https://awich098.com/

A New Generation of Women Artists

「MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN WEEK SPECIAL LIVE Billboard JAPAN | Spotify present Women In Music - EQUAL STAGE」was a night of encouragement and unity, a literal show of the rise of female artists across different music genres, and a night to remind all listeners that you're not alone. You’re part of a community.

Each of these female artists prove that the freedom to dream is real, and they’ve all made it to the world stage with their music. What starts as singing for yourself, family and friends, or dressing up and dancing as your favorite artist, can become a professional reality. For girls and women in music, there’s a community of female artists backing you, major initiatives like「Billboard JAPAN Women in Music」and 「Spotify EQUAL」to assist in recognition, and multiple ways to breakthrough.

Whether you’re coming up from SoundCloud like LANA, starting a band with a friend and jamming out like hitsujibungaku, at a different stage in life than when you began like Awich, or going through auditions to join a group like ATRASHII GAKKO!, remember that you make the opportunities for yourself and for others.

This was an original article written by A. Morris.

Photos for LANA credited to 山内洋枝