Kawaii Japan Idol News & Live Guide

The powerhouse agency behind Ado and Hirate Yurina is launching an ambitious worldwide search for diverse female and non-binary talent, aiming to redefine pop music and create a new generation of global idols.

Get ready for a sonic spectacle as D4DJ's fierce DJ unit, Abyssmare, reveals striking concert details, exclusive merchandise, and a wave of new tracks, set to ignite the stage in February 2026.

Global girls group UNIS's second Japanese digital single, "Shiawase ni Nanka Naranaide ne," has achieved massive success, garnering over 10 million SNS views in just five days and topping iTunes J-POP charts in three countries.

South Korea's first gender-neutral boy group, XLOV, is set to launch exclusive collaboration frames with the popular self-photo booth chain, Life4Cuts, offering fans a unique opportunity to capture memories with their idols.

The iconic Miss Magazine pageant, run by Kodansha, has unveiled a major revamp for its 2027 edition, positioning itself as "Japan's most meddlesome" (in a good way!) beauty contest. Entries are now open, promising extended support and enhanced opportunities for aspiring talents.

K-pop powerhouse SEVENTEEN brought their 'SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR [NEW_] IN JAPAN' to a spectacular close, captivating 420,000 CARATs across 4 cities. The grand finale in Fukuoka also marked the exciting announcement of their new ending theme song for the popular anime 'BEASTARS FINAL SEASON' Part2.

The Japanese music scene is abuzz with the announcement that Toggy, a former member of the influential idol group BiS, has officially joined the enigmatic music collective 'Name Undisclosed.' This strategic addition is set to amplify the group's distinctive mixture rock sound, which has already garnered over 1.2 million followers across social media platforms since their debut in May 2025. The excitement culminates in a special solo concert on January 21, 2026, marking Toggy's first-ever birthday event with 'Name Undisclosed.'

Experience the cosmic spectacle of Takanori Iwata's first-ever Asia tour, "SPACE COWBOY," with an exclusive live stream on U-NEXT. Plus, revisit his electrifying 2024 Budokan concert, "ARTLESS," and its behind-the-scenes documentary, both streaming now.

Global girl group UNIS captivates fans with the release of their 2nd Japanese digital single, "Shiawase ni Nanka Naranaide ne," and unveils enchanting concept visuals featuring members Sowon, Hyeonju, Gehlee, and Bang Yunah.

Japanese entertainment giants Pony Canyon and TOBE announce the formation of 'RED ON,' a new music label poised to redefine artist expression. Hiromitsu Kitayama is set to spearhead its launch with a series of fresh releases.

Celebrate LumiUnion member Rina's solo event with a special collaboration shop launched by UP-T, offering unique limited-edition T-shirts designed to capture the essence of the event and connect with fans.

STU48's 4th generation research students held their highly anticipated first solo performance, "Saa Mirai wo Sagashi ni Ikou ka?" (Let's Go Search for the Future?), marking a significant milestone for the 18 aspiring idols in Hiroshima.

Idol stars from LastPrince, ENDRIP., UNIVER23, LandScape, ラヴアイテム↑, and stand by you unite for a hopeful finale song, set to debut at the 'BM FES' on December 22nd in Shibuya. This marks a groundbreaking collaboration, transcending group boundaries to deliver a message of togetherness and forward momentum.

Discover "BLUE REGRET。", GDL Entertainment's latest melodic rock idol sensation, who captivated audiences at Zepp SHINJUKU and are poised for their full debut on December 20, 2025, promising a fresh wave in the idol world.