J-pop, Anime Songs and the Oricon Charts — 2026-09-10
This week, the J-pop landscape is defined by significant streaming milestones for idol groups and the continued global expansion of major anime franchises. Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s "Brand New" secured a second consecutive week at #1 on the Oricon Streaming chart, while EBiDAN’s anniversary single achieved historic cumulative play counts. Meanwhile, the "Kagurabachi" anime world tour announced its second leg, and Hearts2Hearts confirmed their role in an upcoming anime ending theme, highlighting the deepening synergy between K-pop/J-pop idols and anime media.
J-pop, Anime Songs and the Oricon Charts — 2026-09-10
Mrs. GREEN APPLE and EBiDAN Set Streaming Records
On the latest Oricon Streaming Chart (dated September 14), Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s "Brand New" maintained its position at #1 for a second consecutive week. Simultaneously, the EBiDAN collective (including M!LK and Tokusatsu-style group Chotoku) achieved a historic milestone with their 15th-anniversary single "Bakuretsu Aishiteru," which surpassed 100 million cumulative streams. This marks the first time in EBiDAN history that a single has reached this threshold, cementing their dominance in the current idol streaming era.
Kagurabachi Anime World Tour Announces Part 2
The popular Shonen Jump adaptation "Kagurabachi" officially unveiled details for Part 2 of its "Anime World Tour" on September 7. This follows the massive success of the first leg and the recent Anime NYC 2026 event, which drew approximately 150,000 fans and featured the final North American stop of the first tour phase. The expansion underscores the growing viability of anime-specific live experiences as major global revenue streams.
Hearts2Hearts Ties to Anime Ending Theme
K-pop girl group Hearts2Hearts announced they will perform the ending theme "Candy Box Lover" for the anime "Desert Catch! Tinipin." Additionally, they have been confirmed as performers for ANIMAX MUSIX 2026. Their Japanese debut single "ICONIC HEART," released in August, has already seen strong digital performance, reflecting the increasing integration of K-pop acts into anime tie-in markets.
YOASOBI Reflects on Hollywood Bowl Milestone
While the concert itself occurred in August, new retrospective coverage published this week highlights the significance of YOASOBI’s Hollywood Bowl performance. Producer Ayase noted it was the first time a J-pop group had performed at the venue, marking a pivotal moment for the genre's international recognition. The duo continues to dominate Billboard Japan charts, with "Yoru ni Kakeru" and "Machiteyuku" remaining top contenders.
Local view
Japanese entertainment outlet Toonippo emphasized the historical weight of EBiDAN's streaming achievement, noting that crossing 100 million streams validates the long-term fan engagement model of large-scale idol collectives. Meanwhile, K-Entame highlighted the strategic move by Hearts2Hearts to secure an anime tie-in early in their Japanese career, viewing it as a key driver for their local popularity surge.
Context & numbers
- Streaming Milestone: EBiDAN’s "Bakuretsu Aishiteru" surpassed 100 million cumulative streams, a first for the group.
- Chart Position: Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s "Brand New" held #1 on the Oricon Weekly Streaming Chart for the second consecutive week.
- Event Attendance: Anime NYC 2026, which featured the final stop of the Kagurabachi Tour Part 1, attracted an estimated 150,000 attendees.
On the radar
- Idol Graduations: Multiple small-scale idol groups have announced member graduations for late September and October, including 4Jigen Compass (Yonami Kokone, Sept 27) and Omiya I☆DOLL (Akiharu Sara, Oct 14). These events often trigger localized spikes in single sales.
- Upcoming Tours: The second leg of the Kagurabachi World Tour dates are being finalized, with further international stops expected to be announced soon.
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