Japan’s Top-Selling CD Singles

While the world embraces streaming, Japan continues to prove the power of physical media.

In June 2025, idol groups and major acts released high-impact singles, many with special editions, fan bonuses, and elaborate promotional campaigns.

Here are the top 10 CD singles sold in Japan this month—featuring both Japanese and English titles for context.

🥇 1. “Make or Break” – Sakurazaka46

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Sales: 474,781 copies
Release Date: June 26
A bold and visually dramatic single from one of the Sakamichi groups, Make or Break mixes emotional intensity with sharp choreography. The multiple-version release and strong fan loyalty pushed it to the top of the chart.

🥈 2. “Chameleon（カメレオン）” – Ae! group

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Sales: 455,336 copies
Release Date: June 19
This Johnny’s Jr. unit hit big with a colorful, genre-blending track about flexibility and identity. Media appearances and their first national tour gave this release extra momentum.

🥉 3. “Love yourself!” – Hinatazaka46

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Sales: 412,990 copies
Release Date: June 22
Bright, positive, and empowering, Love yourself! continued to perform into June. With Hinatazaka’s signature cheerfulness, the song resonated with young fans especially during the early summer season.

4. “BOYZ” – SixTONES

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Sales: 356,596 copies
Release Date: May 29
Blending heavy beats with swagger and charisma, BOYZ is a powerful statement of identity. The track’s music video and edgy fashion concept generated strong buzz across social media.

5. “Plazma / Bow and Arrow” – Kenshi Yonezu

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Sales: 281,121 copies
Release Date: June 5
One of Japan’s most acclaimed artists, Yonezu delivered a dual-track single combining poetic lyrics with experimental production. As always, his releases quickly turn into must-haves for collectors.

6. “encore” – Hey! Say! JUMP

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Sales: 204,965 copies
Release Date: May 28
A mature ballad dealing with longing and remembrance, encore features dramatic orchestration and delicate vocals. Its emotional pull has kept it on the charts since May.

7. “Go in Blind” – &TEAM

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Sales: Ongoing (April release)
Release Date: April 23
This powerful track continues to chart thanks to HYBE Japan’s strong production values and &TEAM’s expanding fanbase. The wolf imagery and moody visuals made it a standout release.

8. “Chu Strike” – NMB48

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Sales: Steady sales
Release Date: April 9
This playful single mixes baseball metaphors with romantic charm, delivering classic AKB-style idol energy. The Osaka-based group retains strong regional and national support.

9. “Butterfly” – Naniwa Danshi

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Sales: Cumulative
Release Date: 2025
With soft vocals and a summer vibe, Butterfly was a fan favorite during early summer. The group’s elegant visuals and variety show appearances kept the buzz going.

10. “Kusushiki” – Mrs. GREEN APPLE

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Sales: Strong debut week
Release Date: June
While also doing well on digital charts, this emotional rock ballad performed strongly in physical sales thanks to the group’s continued national popularity and TV appearances.

🧾 Final Thoughts

June 2025’s CD single chart was rich in idol power, emotional storytelling, and genre diversity. Japan’s physical music culture—powered by fan loyalty, bonus content, and aesthetic packaging—remains vibrant. Whether you’re into boy bands, rock ballads, or idol anthems, this month had something for every J-pop fan.