Learn Japanese with Kana Nishino

Love-filled ballads and dreamy J-pop songs perfect for a romantic mood.

Kana Nishino is a J-pop singer known for her love-themed lyrics and R&B-influenced style. She debuted in 2008 and became famous with hits like “Aitakute Aitakute” and “Best Friend”. Her 2010 album To Love was a major success. Nishino became the first Heisei-born female solo artist to play Tokyo Dome in 2017. In 2019, she went on hiatus after over a decade of chart-topping popularity and returned to the music industry in 2024.

A vibrant mix of J-pop hits spanning decades of catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics.

Sweet and nostalgic J-pop melodies from one of Japan’s beloved idols.

A mix of heartfelt and dramatic tunes from a unique voice in Japanese music.

Ken Hirai, born January 17, 1972, in Osaka, Japan, debuted in 1995 with “Precious Junk.” He rose to fame in 2000 with “Rakuen” and the album The Changing Same. His 2004 single “Hitomi o Tojite” was the best-selling song in Japan that year. “Pop Star” (2005) and the 2006 compilation Utabaka cemented his popularity. Blending J-pop, R&B, and soul, he’s known for emotional vocals and creative videos.

Saiko Suzuki, also known as SAICO, is a Japanese singer-songwriter born on March 29, 1972, in Iwanuma, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. She began her music career in 1990 and gained recognition in the 1990s for her rock and pop compositions. Throughout her career, Saiko has released several albums and singles, including notable tracks like "Kattō" (Conflict), "Yūzai" (Guilt), and "Rūpu" (Loop). In 2020, she released "All Time Best Album," a compilation of her most significant works.

Sparkling city pop, stylish rock, and dazzling J-pop that exude elegance.