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Skincare is deeply rooted in all cultures, but each country has a unique approach. And perhaps no country is as refined and dedicated as Japan in its philosophy to skincare, which actually dates back more than a thousand years. To understand J-beauty, we have to understand its heritage and history. In this Cultures Episode, follow Ai and Haru for a pamper session and a deep dive into the wonderful world of J-beauty! Scripted & Quality Assured By: KelseyHosted by: Ai & HaruAudio edited & Uploaded by: IllyaSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join Haru and Dean as they bring you the latest in our series of Japan Top 10 Artist Interviews, featuring two amazing punk-pop rock bands Puffy Shoes & N-16Scripted & QAed by: Hayley MHosted by: Dean & HaruAudio edited & Uploaded by: VincentSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What better way to start off a brand new year than by joining, new to Japan Top 10, Hayley G and Dean for January's J-Top10 countdown! Whether you're feeling the need for a silent moment or it's time to get loud we have all the biggest J-rock and J-pop hits waiting for you from the likes of LiSA, SEKAI NO OWARI, and milet, as well as this months brand new indie spotlight Keef Anthony!Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley MHosted by: Hayley G & DeanAudio Edited & Uploaded by: JeromeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today’s episode hosted by Ethel and Anna is all about the multi-talented Masaharu Fukuyama. The Nagasaki-born superstar isn’t only one of the most recognizable faces on Japanese television, but also one of the most popular singer-songwriter since the debut of his first single in 1990. Just this month, he released a new album, AKIRA, delighting die-hard fans all over the world. Be prepared to be serenaded by these ever-green ballads from Fukuyama - who was once voted Japan’s most eligible bachelor! Scripted & Quality Assured by: Kelsey Hosted by: Ethel & AnnaAudio Edited & Uploaded by: JohnsonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Who needs crowded firework displays and packed parties, those high heels hurt too much anyway. Let’s say goodbye to 2020 in true Japan Top 10 style as Anna & Eric end the year with the 20 biggest, most monumental, J-Pop and J-rock hits of the last 12 months. Please note that the full top 20 countdown is available to our Patreon Platinum donors. See our Patreon page on how to join!Scripted by: Hayley & StuartHosted by: Anna & EricAudio Edited by: Jerome & IllyaQuality Assured & Uploaded by: Tadamichi  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Time for a large slice of holiday cheer as Andy & Ethel bring the mince pies and mistletoe for a Japan Top Ten Cultures episode celebrating the Holidays in Japan!Scripted By: Hayley & AndyHosted by: Andy & EthelQuality Assured by: StuartAudio edited & Uploaded by: VincentSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Settle down with a hot cup of cocoa as Ai and Kirby bring you our last Top 10 Countdown episode of 2020, with lots of slow and mellow tunes from artists like Masaki Suda, King Gnu and Uru - just in time for Christmas! -------------Scripted by: Stuart & KelseyHosted by: Ai & KirbyAudio Edited by: IllyaQuality Assured & Uploaded by: TadamichiSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Haru & Eric will be our hosts for the last Artist of the Month episode for 2020! See the rise of Porno Graffiti (ポルノグラフィティ), and how they have changed the Japanese Music Industry!Scripted by: Stuart Hosted by: Haru & EricQuality Assured by: DeanAudio Edited & Uploaded by: JeromeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join Andy & Haru as Japan Top 10 takes a little pride in Japan and celebrates all things LGBTQ+Scripted & Quality Assured By: HayleyHosted by: Andy & HaruAudio edited & Uploaded by: TadamichiSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Prepare for lots of upbeat tracks! Tassie and Kirby are here to introduce you to some new songs from some familiar artists like LiSA, Aiko, and SUPER BEAVER.-------------Scripted & Quality Assured by: EchoHosted by: Tassie & KirbyAudio Edited & Uploaded by: VincentSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chances are that even if you haven't heard of the band, you’ve seen their cover songs on YouTube. Goose house (グースハウス) was a six-member J-pop band formed in 2011. They first gained popularity by performing covers of Japanese songs and live-stream sessions before releasing their own music. Apart from their multi-instrumental, vocal and song-writing talents, what truly drew fans to Goose House is their infectious energy and attitude about music creation. However, Goose House disbanded in 2018 and in November of the same year, four of the six founding members formed a new band named Play.Goose. In this episode, let’s take a trip down memory lane and reminisce about the best works that Goose House has created over the years.Scripted & Quality Assured by: KelseyHosted by: Ethel & Anna Audio Edited & Uploaded by: JohnsonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join Tassie & Ai as they bring you the best & top hits, featuring many new songs from BUMP OF CHICKEN, Snow Man, and more in our Patreon-exclusive Top Ten Countdown!-------------Scripted by: StuartHosted by: Tassie & AiQuality Assured by: EchoAudio Edited & Uploaded by: Jerome Songlist:10)  東京は燃えてる - GLIM SPANKY [NEW]9) It's my life / PINEAPPLE - V6 [NEW]8) 群青 - YOASOBI [NEW] 7) アカシア - BUMP OF CHICKEN [-2]6) Your Song ／ Hey! Say! JUMP [NEW]5) ギガアイシテル (Giga Aishiteru) - レキシ ( Rekishi) [NEW]4) ハニーメモリー aiko [NEW]3)Time Warp - Perfume [=]2) turn over? ／ Mr.Children [+7]1) KISSIN' MY LIPS ／ Snow Man [NEW] Extras:Indie Spotlight:  ‘And So We Continued to Stay on This Beautiful Earth’ - Ikurru (2019)J-Pop/anime:  'Happy Halloween Maria' - Yui Horie (2009)Vocaloid: ‘Trick and Treat’ - Kagamine Rin Len, OSTER Project (2008)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join Ethel and Andy as they bring you the latest in our series of Japan Top 10 Artist Interviews, featuring Louis Lingg and the bombs and Yuri TKAScripted by: HayleyHosted by: Ethel & AndyAudio edited by: JohnsonQAed & Uploaded by: TadamichiSonglist:Louis Lingg and the bombs1: Onigiri (*If live could change)2: Kokoro No Tabi - Tulip cover (*If live could change)Yuri TKA3: In Your Love (Live)4: Bed Room (Live)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

No ads? Extra songs? Yup, it’s listener appreciation month! Enjoy our full countdown of the top 10 J-Pop songs this month, along with an indie extra, and some throwback songs to wrap up. -------------Scripted & Quality Assured by: Echo & StuartHosted by: Kirby & AnnaAudio Edited & Uploaded by: Illya Songlist:10) はじまっていく たかまっていく (Hajimatteiku Takamatteiku)- サンボマスター(Sambomaster) [NEW]9) turn over? - Mr. Children [NEW]8) 世界はファンシー (Sekai wa Fancy) (The World is Fancy) - (Unison Square Garden) [NEW]7) ENDLESS SUMMER - Kis-My-Ft2 [NEW]6) ミラージュ (mirage) - ビッケブランカ (Vickeblanka) [-4]5) Gravity - Bump of Chicken [NEW]4) 朝陽 (Asahi) (Morning Sun) - あいみょん (Aimyon) [NEW]3) Time Warp - Perfume [NEW]2) HELLO - Official髭男dism (Official HIGE DANdism) [=]1) 感電 (Kanden) (Electric Shock) - 米津玄師 (KENSHI YONEZU) [=]Extras:Indie Spotlight: Louis Lingg and the Bombs - Onigiri80’s Flashback: BaBe - ‘Get a Chance!’ (1988)  Visual Kei: Nightmare - アルミナ (alumina) (2007)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Scripted by: KelseyHosted by: Ethel & Eric Quality Assured by: HayleyAudio Edited & Uploaded by: VincentWelcome to another Artist of the Month episode hosted by Ethel and Eric! This time we’re introducing you to the music of Androp, whose members’ names remained a mystery to everyone until two years after their debut! But when it comes to their live performances, they’re definitely the opposite of low-key. The four-member rock band is easily recognizable on stage thanks to their signature dazzling light visuals, momentous sound effects and most importantly, their earnest vocals reaching out to each and every fan.Songlist:12) Voice11) Missing10) Koi9) Bright Siren8) Ghost7) Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!6) Shout5) Bell4) Dreamer3) Prism2) Joker1) HikariSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

From talking dogs, to giant yellow chicks, and dance routines in space Join hosts Anna and Eric as Japan Top 10 delves into the stranger side of things, for a Cultures episode on a curiosity voyage from the peculiar to the downright surreal. Welcome to the bizarre world of Japanese Commercials Scripted by: HayleyHosted by: Anna & EricAudio edited by: IllyaQuality Assured & Uploaded by: TadamichiSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tell Eevee-body to grab their Pokedex because you simply won't Bayleef what we have in store for you. Join our heroes Andy and Haru as JapanTop10 searches far and wide for Pokemon to understand the power that's inside! Yes, it's a J-Top10 Pocket Monster special!Scripted & Quality Assured by: Hayley Hosted by: Andy & HaruAudio Edited & Uploaded by: JeromeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join Sophie & Ai as they bring you the latest & greatest hits from your favourite bands like Kenshi Yonezu, Vickeblanka, and more in our Top Ten Countdown!-------------Scripted by: StuartHosted by: Sophie & AiAudio Edited & Uploaded by: VincentQuality Assured by: DeanSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Welcome to our September 2020 Artist of the Month episode hosted by Kirby and Andy! Today’s episode is all about a boy band likened to Momoiro Clover Z and you’ve probably noticed their eye-catching configuration during live performances - four dancers take the centre stage as they unleashed their finest moves as vocalists perform in the background. Known for their dasai-kakkoi (lame and cool) dance pop style, they’re 超特急 (Choutokkyuu). All aboard this bullet train straight to your heart! Scripted by: KelseyHosted by: Kirby and Andy Quality Assured by: HayleyAudio Edited & Uploaded by: JohnsonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join Eric and Dean as they bring you the third on our series of Japan Top 10 Artist Interviews, featuring Japanese indie/city pop band Asagaya Romantics, and India based producer and DJ, HMLYN. Scripted & QAed by: HayleyHosted by: Eric & DeanAudio edited & Uploaded by: VincentSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/japan-top-10-ri-ben-nototsupu10-jpop-hits/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy