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J-Pop Kissa ~take a break~

by Terence テレンス

Take a break with me and geek out about J-Pop & Japanese entertainment — from the ’90s to today. A bilingual podcast where I share thoughts on J-Pop, dramas, movies & more — like sitting at a cozy retro café. ✨Subscribers get after-hours extras: unfiltered stories, vlogs & deeper dives → https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/jpopkissa/subscribe I also go live on Stationhead to play music & chat — tune in or catch replays → https://share.stationhead.com/plvbfgls6ssh外国人ファンの視点でJ-POPや日本のエンタメを英語で（たまに日本語でも）シェア。レトロ喫茶で語り合うように音楽やドラマ、映画の話をお届けします。さらにStationheadで音楽を流しながら配信中

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  1. #16 - Why You Need to See JO1 on Their North American Tour

    This October, JO1 makes their official US debut with their first-ever North American tour — and if you haven't caught on to this 9-member group yet, this is your chance. In this episode, host Terence traces JO1's origin story and digs into what sets them apart: a distinctive blend of Kpop and…

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  2. #15 - Meet Lady Ocean — New Artist with 90s Nostalgia

    In this podcast episode, Terence talks about new J-Pop singer-songwriter Lady Ocean. His debut digital single, "Yume wa koi no you ni" (恋は夢のように), brings a wave of 90s nostalgia — that familiar sense of longing, and a reminder of the dreams we all once had. Learn more about him with Terence, and…

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  3. #14 - Reacting to Morning Musume '26 "YES or NO or ME" (YESかNOか私か)

    In this episode, Terence reacts to the latest music video from Morning Musume '26: "YES or NO or ME" (YESかNOか私か). The song marks the debut of the group's 18th generation members — and bittersweetly, it's also the final single for Sakura Oda, who has been an influential member and powerhouse...

  4. #13 - My Summer with HIGEDAN, Angela Aki, and EBiDAN

    This summer Terence was in Tokyo to see HIGEDAN and Angela Aki in concert. He reflects on his experience from there, as well as the hits from EBiDAN that are energizing him this summer. Video version available on Spotify and Youtube. Featuring: Official髭男dism アンジェラ・アキ EBiDAN M!LK ONE N' ONLY GNJB...

  5. #12 - Produce 101 Japan SHINSEKAI finale! Welcome KO1KEYZ!

    Season 2 of J-Pop Kissa is officially here! Terence breaks down everything from the Produce 101 Japan SHINSEKAI finale — including the stunning results and the debut of new group KO1KEYZ コイキーズ. And if you've been on the fence about catching JO1 on their North America tour, this episode might just...

  6. #11 - Celebrating Megumi Ogata: Voice Actress & Artist — feat. Kei (緒方恵美スペシャル！声優＆アーティストとしての魅力をKeiさんと)

    This special collaboration episode features my friend and talented cosplayer Kei! Together, we dive into the world of Megumi Ogata, the legendary voice behind many iconic characters. Kei shares her passion, insights, and experiences, while we celebrate what makes Ogata’s performances so...

  7. #10 - Rock This Party with timelesz, JO1 & INI (timelesz・JO1・INIとロック・ディス・パーティー)

    timelesz, JO1, and INI are all lighting up the J-Pop scene right now! In this episode, I talk about timelesz’s energetic new track Rock This Party from their record-breaking album FAM, JO1’s heartfelt single Hiraku, and INI members Takumi Ozaki & Kyosuke Fujimaki’s self-written love song Propose....

  8. #9 - Noa Asai’s First Fan Meet! What’s Next for the timelesz project star? (浅井乃我くんの初ファンミ！タイプロ出身の彼の今後）

    In this episode, our host Terence shares his experience attending Asai Noa Talk Live in Silicon Valley, held on August 23 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Known for his breakout appearance on the Netflix-aired timelesz project – AUDITION, Noa stood out as the youngest finalist—selected from nearly...

  9. #8 - Sayumi Michishige - Thank You for the Morning Musume Colorful Era （道重さゆみ — モーニング娘。カラフルな時代をありがとう）

    This episode is our host Terence's tribute to Sayumi Michishige—Morning Musume’s beloved sixth-gen member, iconic leader, and the heart of the Colorful Era. From her debut in 2003 to her dazzling solo return, Sayumi brought joy, charisma, and charm to fans around the world. As she steps away from...

  10. #7 - HIGEDAN, Fujii Kaze, TWS & TXT – New Sounds （ヒゲダン・藤井風・TWS・TXT 新曲特集)

    In this episode, I’m diving into fresh J-Pop and K-Pop highlights: Official HIGE DANDism – Rashisa: A heartfelt track about staying true to yourself. Fujii Kaze – Love Like This: From his first English album, showcasing his soulful charm. TWS – Debut: First impressions of this promising K-Pop...

  11. #6 - LiSA x Demon Slayer: The J-Pop Queen Is Back (LiSA × 鬼滅の刃：J-POP女王、再び降臨)

    In this episode, our host Terence speaks ecstatically about the newest release from J-pop powerhouse LiSA. Her latest track, “Shine in the Cruel Night” (残酷な夜に輝け), serves as the theme song for the record-breaking film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle: Part 1 (劇場版「鬼滅の刃」無限城編 第一章...

  12. #5 - 90s Retro – "Haru ~spring~" by Hysteric Blue (90年代レトロ特集 – Hysteric Blue「春〜spring〜」)

    In this episode, our host Terence takes a trip down memory lane to revisit a heartfelt song from the late 90s: Haru ~spring~ by Hysteric Blue. He reflects on what the song meant to him growing up, and how its message—a positive farewell and the courage to leap into something new—still resonates...

  13. #4 - Graduation Rush! What’s Next for Morning Musume? (卒業ラッシュ！モーニング娘。の今とこれから)

    In this episode, host and long-time fan Terence talks about the graduation rush currently happening within the legendary Japanese idol group, Morning Musume。Who are they, and what do graduations really mean in idol culture? Terence reflects on the group’s recent changes, the significance of...

  14. #3 – J-Drama as Life’s Anthem: "Second to Last Love" Season 3 (人生の応援歌！ドラマ：続・続・最後から二番目の恋)

    In this episode, Terence shares his lifelong love for Japanese dramas — or dorama. He dives deep into his favorite show from this spring: Second to Last Love season 3 (Japanese title:『続・続・最後から二番目の恋』 ). This heartwarming comedy explores what it means to grow up, no matter how old we are, blending...

  15. #2 – Front row at HIGEDAN Stadium Tour!?（ヒゲダンのスタジアムライブで最前列！？）

    🎙️ In this episode, your host Terence talks about going to OFFICIAL HIGE DANDISM LIVE at STADIUM 2025. This tour, which marked HIGEDAN's first-ever stadium tour, attracted a total audience of around 250,000 people and concluded with two final shows at Nissan Stadium on May 31 and June 1, 2025....

  16. #1 - Welcome to J-Pop Kissa! (J-Pop喫茶へようこそ！）

    For this first episode, I’m sharing what J-Pop means to me, why I started this podcast, and what you can expect here at J-Pop Kissa ~take a break~. Grab your favorite drink and take a break with me at this cozy table — I hope you’ll enjoy this little space to geek out about J-Pop, Japanese…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Take a break with me and geek out about J-Pop & Japanese entertainment — from the ’90s to today. A bilingual podcast where I share thoughts on J-Pop, dramas, movies & more — like sitting at a cozy retro café. ✨Subscribers get after-hours extras: unfiltered stories, vlogs & deeper dives → https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/jpopkissa/subscribe I also go live on Stationhead to play music & chat — tune in or catch replays → https://share.stationhead.com/plvbfgls6ssh外国人ファンの視点でJ-POPや日本のエンタメを英語で（たまに日本語でも）シェア。レトロ喫茶で語り合うように音楽やドラマ、映画の話をお届けします。さらにStationheadで音楽を流しながら配信中

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Take a break with me and geek out about J-Pop & Japanese entertainment — from the ’90s to today. A bilingual podcast where I share thoughts on J-Pop, dramas, movies & more — like sitting at a cozy retro café. ✨Subscribers get after-hours extras: unfiltered stories, vlogs & deeper dives →...

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