J-VIBES (2026)
J-POP—the vibrant world of Japanese pop music—is rapidly gaining global momentum. In 2025, Japan launched its first major international music awards, MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN, attracting worldwide attention. This past June, the second edition took place in Tokyo and was broadcast live on NHK, creating significant buzz. This program highlights artists and works making an impact on the global stage, featuring coverage of J-POP live events overseas and insights into how the music is received around the world—capturing the genre's current pulse. Hosted by Kento Nakajima, a two-time official ambassador for MAJ, and Morishita Erika of NHK WORLD-JAPAN.
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J-VIBES
2026
J-POP—the vibrant world of Japanese pop music—is rapidly gaining global momentum. In 2025, Japan launched its first major international music awards, MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN, attracting worldwide attention. This past June, the second edition took place in Tokyo and was broadcast live on NHK, creating significant buzz. This program highlights artists and works making an impact on the global stage, featuring coverage of J-POP live events overseas and insights into how the music is received around the world—capturing the genre's current pulse. Hosted by Kento Nakajima, a two-time official ambassador for MAJ, and Morishita Erika of NHK WORLD-JAPAN.
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"J-VIBES" Episode 1 spotlights the MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026. Featuring an exclusive interview with HANA following their first U.S. performance, a conversation with AiNA THE END—whose MAJ 2026 performance is making waves—and behind-the-scenes moments from the event, the program delivers the cutting edge of J-POP to the world.
J-POP—the vibrant world of Japanese pop music—is rapidly gaining global momentum. In 2025, Japan launched its first major international music awards, MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN, attracting worldwide attention. This past June, the second edition took place in Tokyo and was broadcast live on NHK, creating significant buzz. This program highlights artists and works making an impact on the global stage, featuring coverage of J-POP live events overseas and insights into how the music is received around the world—capturing the genre's current pulse. Hosted by Kento Nakajima, a two-time official ambassador for MAJ, and Morishita Erika of NHK WORLD-JAPAN.
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