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Japan Top 10 (日本のトップ10) JPOP HITS!

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Japan Top 10 is a podcast show that focuses on the discovery of Japanese music culture. Various hosts provide entertaining, engaging and educational commentary that help instill Japanese music cultural knowledge into its listeners. Japan Top 10 also openly supports indie artists and bands who create Japanese music, or Japanese-inspired music through on-air and online segments. We have a wide varie... more

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Welcome back for another All About Me episode! This week we cover the hits old and new with our former host and fountain of knowledge, Ethel! Join Andy and Ethel as they reminisce, catch up, and geek out over JTop10.

Hosted by: Ethel & Andy

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There are many Japanese songs with English lyrics mixed in, but what about songs by Japanese artists that are entirely in English? Join Shanna and Andy as they go through a few English language songs by Japanese artists who lived in America, are bili... more

Welcome back to another episode of Japan Top 10! We are so excited for this new countdown featuring some fabulous new songs from some of Japan’s best artists. Please sit back and enjoy this episode's selection.

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Haku is a 4-piece girl band that took the world by storm! From songs that talk about overcoming the struggles of daily life to fun and fast-paced covers, join Kuzey and Vicky as they check out Haku’s music from the start until now!

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Recent Guests

Kochi no Kento
Rising indie musician known for his positive songs aiming to uplift others.
Episode: Episode 560: Japan Top 10 June 2025 Special: Japanese Acoustics
Fuji Kaze
Popular musician known for blending classical piano with modern JPOP.
Episode: Episode 560: Japan Top 10 June 2025 Special: Japanese Acoustics

Hosts

Vicky
Host/Co-host of Japan Top 10
Shanna
Host/Co-host of Japan Top 10
Andy
Host/Co-host of Japan Top 10

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 415 ratings
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    サラ味
    Japan4 months ago
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    At the beginning, this podcast had a lot of songs in an episode, now, it is just blah blah with few songs

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    Surnom déjà pris.
    Belgium2 years ago
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Listeners Say

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There are occasional concerns about copyright handling and song availability.
Fans value the mix of current countdowns and deep dives into artists/bands.
Listeners appreciate the accessible, English-friendly discussion of J-Pop and indie music.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#48
Japan/Music
Apple Podcasts
#182
South Korea/Music
Apple Podcasts
#201
Hong Kong/Music
Apple Podcasts
#231
India/Music
Apple Podcasts
#232
Taiwan/Music
Apple Podcasts
#234
Saudi Arabia/Music

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 582: Japan Top 10: Top 20 - Best Japanese Songs of 2025
Q: What was your top song from our countdown?
Kuzey's top song is 'Iris Out' by Kenshi Yonezu, but he mentions he has listened to it too much this year.
Episode 580: Japan Top 10 December 2025 Artist of the Month: Masayuki Suzuki
Q: Was there a track that we included that you enjoyed the most?
Daddy Daddy Doo is going to be my all-time favorite.
Episode 569: Japan Top 10 All About Me - Shanna A
Q: What advice do you have for new hosts?
Just go for it and apply, stating that the podcast is a brilliant opportunity to express your passions.
Episode 569: Japan Top 10 All About Me - Shanna A
Q: How did you get started with J Top 10?
Shanna discussed her search for activities during COVID and her interest in Japanese music that led her to apply.
Episode 568: Japan Top 10 News Summer of 2025
Q: What story surprised you the most this summer?
The baseball scandal involving the high school team was surprising, but overall there was a lot of good news.

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What is Japan Top 10 about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on discovering Japanese music culture, with a steady stream of English-language commentary that helps non-Japanese listeners understand artists, genres, and trends. Episodes spotlight J-Pop, indie artists, anime and game connections, and cultural context, often featuring artist spotlights, countdowns, and listener-submitted submissions. A notable strength is consistently highlighting indie artists and niche corners of the scene, while keeping content accessible through bilingual discussion and quick cultural notes. This mix makes it appealing to music fans and language learners alike, and offers podcasts PR and sponsorship opportunities through artist features, live events, and community engagement via Patreon or submission... more

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