Learn Japanese with Noriko Sakai

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

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.

Timeless 80’s J-pop, city pop, and rock that capture the golden era of Japanese music.

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.

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

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