Season 4

The first episode of 2022 takes a deep dive into the world of Japanese music. Thanks to the Internet, J-POP now has an ever-growing fanbase. So, which artists have they been eyeing recently? This episode of SONGS OF TOK…

This episode features singer-songwriter milet. Singer-songwriter milet made a splash in the international scene when she sang "Hymne a l'amour" in both Japanese and French in the closing ceremony of the 2020 Tokyo Olymp…

In this episode, Anisongs take center stage. Anime is an internationally-beloved facet of Japanese pop culture, and Anisong musicians have been making a splash abroad. Join us in the frontlines of anime music! What kind…

As we jump into our fourth year of regular broadcast, we invite CHAI, the four-piece band that has been making a splash on American media this spring. Dressed in fun pink costumes, CHAI is a four-piece band that has ris…

This episode welcomes Thai superstar STAMP, who will help us rediscover the appeal of J-POP as seen from mainland Asia. Inspired by his love for Japan, STAMP has been collaborating with Japanese artists in recent years.…

Japan is a powerhouse for girl groups. This episode casts a spotlight on 2 very different groups that are creating a buzz around the world: ATARASHII GAKKO! and NEMOPHILA. Find out what makes them appeal to internationa…

This episode features 2 divas: Hajime Chitose, a musician with deep roots in the folk songs of Amami Oshima Island, and Nagaya Haruko, the vocalist of Ryokuoushoku Shakai - a band that carries on the DNA of J-POP. Enjoy…

This episode features Japanese pop icon Hikaru Utada. Their album BAD MODE was released this January, and in April, they made a splash with their performance on the main stage of Coachella Festival. At the studio, they …

This episode features Travis Japan, a group that recently made their worldwide debut with a major record label. The members of Travis Japan have been training in Los Angeles since March. They participated in the World o…