If you missed the live buzz around MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2025, here’s your chance to catch up. The first-ever edition of what’s already being called Japan’s biggest international music award show has officially released its full archive for streaming on YouTube — including the Premiere Ceremony, Grand Ceremony, Red Carpet moments, and the Enka Kayō Live showcase.
With over 3,000 entries and 62 awards handed out, the event was more than just a red carpet spectacle. It was a celebration of music’s power to connect across borders, with the theme “Connecting to the world, lighting the future of music.” Held on May 21 and 22 at ROHM Theatre Kyoto, the two-day celebration featured standout performances by some of Japan’s biggest names like Mrs. GREEN APPLE, YOASOBI, and Chanmina.
Now, the full archive is available for international fans to experience — no flight to Japan needed. Whether you’re tuning in for the high-energy live sets, heartfelt acceptance speeches, or to relive the electric moment Creepy Nuts took home Song of the Year with “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born,” it’s all right there.
Watch here: MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN Official YouTube
Big Winners of the Night:
- Song of the Year: “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” – Creepy Nuts
- Artist of the Year: Mrs. GREEN APPLE
- New Artist of the Year: tuki.
- Album of the Year: LOVE ALL SERVE ALL – Fujii Kaze
- Top Global Hit From Japan: “Idol” – YOASOBI
- Best Song Asia: “Supernova” – aespa
And if you’re curious to see who else made waves or want to learn more about the full list of winners, head to the official site: musicawardsjapan.com
From breakout artists to global chart-toppers, MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN is already proving it’s more than just an awards show — it’s a new stage for Japanese and Asian music to shine worldwide.
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