OZworld and CHICO CARLITO Win ¥50 Million at BATTLE SUMMIT III
OZworld and CHICO CARLITO have been crowned the winners of BATTLE SUMMIT III, taking home the tournament’s ¥50 million prize after defeating Zeebra and T-Pablow in the final. The major Japanese hip-hop battle event took place on August 11 at K-Arena Yokohama, bringing together some of the country’s most recognizable rappers for a high-profile team…
Tohji Announces Final Concert at Tokyo Dome as He Prepares to End His Music Career
Japanese rapper Tohji has announced what will be his final live performance, with the artist set to take the stage at Tokyo Dome on November 17, 2026. The concert, titled “Tohji Last Live ‘TOKYO MALL,’” was announced by the rapper during his August 9 performance at LaLa arena TOKYO-BAY. The announcement adds a major new…
Yuki Chiba Makes Japanese Hip-Hop History as Megan Thee Stallion’s ‘Mamushi’ Goes Platinum
Japanese rapper Yuki Chiba has reached another major international milestone after “Mamushi feat. Yuki Chiba”, his collaboration with American superstar Megan Thee Stallion, received RIAA Platinum certification. The achievement was reported in Japan this week and is being recognized as a landmark moment for Japanese rap. According to Japanese music coverage, “Mamushi” has become the…
FORCE FESTIVAL 2026: What to Know Ahead of YZERR’s Kawasaki Hip-Hop Festival
Japanese hip-hop fans have another major event to look forward to this year as FORCE FESTIVAL 2026 prepares to return to Kawasaki, Kanagawa. The festival is scheduled for October 25, 2026, at Higashi-Ogishima East Park in Kawasaki, continuing the event’s development as an important platform for Japanese rap and hip-hop culture. The festival is closely…
DJ社長 Announces End of Music Activities After Years at the Center of Japan’s Hip-Hop Scene
DJ社長 has announced the end of his music activities, bringing a major chapter of his career to a close after years as one of Japan’s most recognizable and controversial figures in the country’s music and hip-hop-adjacent scene. The announcement was made on August 8, 2026, with DJ社長 confirming that he would end his activities on…
3 Tokyo Rappers Building Momentum in Japan’s Underground Hip-Hop Scene
Tokyo’s hip-hop scene continues to develop beyond the country’s biggest festivals and established stars, with a new generation of rappers building momentum through the city’s underground live circuit. Among the artists currently attracting attention are Tim Pepperoni, 18easy and 土偶センパイ, three rappers whose recent activity highlights the diversity of Tokyo’s emerging hip-hop community. Their growing…
DJ HAZIME Returns With New Single “Fukamachi Park” Featuring Tamaki Roy
Japanese hip-hop veteran DJ HAZIME has returned with a new single titled “Fukamachi Park,” featuring rapper and singer Tamaki Roy. The release marks another significant moment in the career of one of Japan’s most respected DJs and producers, reaffirming his influence on the country’s hip-hop culture while introducing a fresh collaboration that blends experience with…
MOMO and NARISK Announce Collaborative Album YAME JAM With Lead Single “YAMEICAN”
Japan’s regional hip-hop scene continues to gain momentum as Fukuoka rapper MOMO and producer NARISK have officially announced their collaborative album, YAME JAM. Alongside the announcement, the duo released the project’s lead single, “YAMEICAN,” giving fans a first taste of the sound they have been developing together. The project has generated excitement among Japanese hip-hop…
Yuki Chiba Launches First-Ever European Tour as Japanese Hip-Hop Reaches a Global Audience
Japanese hip-hop has reached another important milestone as Yuki Chiba embarks on his first-ever European tour, introducing one of Japan’s biggest rap stars to audiences across the continent. The tour includes headline performances in London, Paris, and Berlin, alongside appearances at major European music festivals, reflecting the growing international demand for Japanese hip-hop and the…
doooo Announces Third Album CONFUSION for July 29 Release, Marking His Long-Awaited Return
Japanese producer, rapper, and CreativeDrugStore member doooo has officially announced the release of his third solo album, CONFUSION, which is scheduled to arrive on July 29. The announcement has quickly become one of the biggest talking points within Japan’s underground hip-hop community, as fans eagerly await the return of one of the country’s most innovative…
