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The Best Episodes of J-MELO Season 21

Every episode of J-MELO Season 21 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of J-MELO Season 21!

J-MELO is a weekly Japanese music television program broadcast by NHK. It is recorded entirely in the English language. It began broadcasting on October 7, 2005. The program is available on NHK's World Service television

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    J-MELO Season 21 Episode 1 - Virtual Artist Special: KAF
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    #1 - Virtual Artist Special: KAF

    S21:E1

    Experience the cutting edge of Japanese entertainment as we turn the spotlight on virtual artists. This week, the first virtual singer to play the Budokan: KAF.

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  2. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 2 - Virtual Artist Special: enogu
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    #2 - Virtual Artist Special: enogu

    S21:E2

    Experience the cutting edge of Japanese entertainment as we turn the spotlight on virtual artists. This week, a virtual-reality idol group who aim to be the best in the world: enogu.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 3 - Kaneyorimasaru and Maeshima Mayu
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    #3 - Kaneyorimasaru and Maeshima Mayu

    S21:E3

    Join May J. for Japanese music! In the studio this week are three-piece rock band Kaneyorimasaru, who blew up on social media; and former MYTH & ROID vocalist Maeshima Mayu, who now works on anisongs.

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  4. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 4 - SWEET STEADY and Ito Kashitaro
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    #4 - SWEET STEADY and Ito Kashitaro

    S21:E4

    Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: seven-piece idol group SWEET STEADY (a sister group to FRUITS ZIPPER); and singer-songwriter Ito Kashitaro, whose online videos led to a major-label debut.

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  5. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 5 - East of Eden and edhiii boi
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    #5 - East of Eden and edhiii boi

    S21:E5

    Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: East of Eden (a five-piece all-female heavy metal band fronted by a violinist) and edhiii boi (an up-and-coming rapper with a strong teenage following).

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  6. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 6 - Furui Riho and shallm
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    #6 - Furui Riho and shallm

    S21:E6

    Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: Furui Riho (a singer-songwriter with gospel roots) and shallm (a band project from vocalist, lyricist, and composer lia).

    Director:Unknown
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  7. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 7 - KATSUSHIKA TRIO
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    #7 - KATSUSHIKA TRIO

    S21:E7

    Join May J. for great Japanese music! Three former members of the pioneering J-fusion band CASIOPEA now play as the Katsushika Trio. This week, they're in the J-MELO studio to chat and perform.

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  8. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 8 - ≠ME, Angerme, and Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu
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    #8 - ≠ME, Angerme, and Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu

    S21:E8

    Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, three energetic idol groups: 12-member group ≠ME, Hello! Project group Angerme, and Cho Tokimeki ♡ Sendenbu, who just released a new single.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 9 - cocolashika and Utagokoro Rie
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    #9 - cocolashika and Utagokoro Rie

    S21:E9

    Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: cocolashika (a guitarless trio getting lots of attention for their city-pop sound) and Utagokoro Rie (a singer whose J-pop covers led to a major-label debut).

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  10. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 10 - Hamaura Ayano and BUDDiiS
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    #10 - Hamaura Ayano and BUDDiiS

    S21:E10

    Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: Hamaura Ayano (a former Hello! Project artist who moved into acting and is now a solo singer) and BUDDiiS (a dance-and-vocal group with 10 unique members).

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  11. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 11 - Kitamura Fuki and Dreamers Union Choir
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    #11 - Kitamura Fuki and Dreamers Union Choir

    S21:E11

    Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: singer-songwriter Kitamura Fuki, whose work ranges from piano-and-vocals to DJ sets; and 12-member Dreamers Union Choir, who bring powerful vocal harmonies.

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  12. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 12 - Kamiyama Yoh and noa
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    #12 - Kamiyama Yoh and noa

    S21:E12

    Join May J. for Japanese music! This week, two singer-songwriters: ex-Vocaloid producer Kamiyama Yoh, whose fanbase extends to China; and noa, who crafts music, lyrics, arrangements, and art.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 13 - Natsudaidai and THE SIXTH LIE
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    #13 - Natsudaidai and THE SIXTH LIE

    S21:E13

    Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week: cool R&B-rooted J-pop from girl duo Natsudaidai; and EDM-influenced rock from THE SIXTH LIE. Both acts are in the J-MELO studio to chat and perform.

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  14. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 14 - Miyakawa Airi and Atarayo
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    #14 - Miyakawa Airi and Atarayo

    S21:E14

    Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: singer Miyakawa Airi, who's popular for her natural charm; and Atarayo, a three-piece band whose young fans love their emotional lyrics, vocals, and sound.

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  15. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 15 - angela and SKE48
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    #15 - angela and SKE48

    S21:E15

    Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, angela (a duo popular for anime songs) and SKE48 (a Nagoya-based sister group of AKB48) stop by the studio to chat and perform.

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  16. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 16 - CROWN HEAD and Takagi Reni
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    #16 - CROWN HEAD and Takagi Reni

    S21:E16

    Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, CROWN HEAD (a rock band creating a buzz after debuting this year) and Takagi Reni from Momoiro Clover Z stop by the studio to chat and perform.

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  17. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 17 - SILENT SIREN and Juice=Juice
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    #17 - SILENT SIREN and Juice=Juice

    S21:E17

    Join May J. for Japanese music! This week, all-female band SILENT SIREN (soon marking their 15th anniversary) and 11-member Hello! Project idol group Juice=Juice are in the studio to chat and perform.

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  18. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 18 - Takahashi Yoko and Phantom Siita
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    #18 - Takahashi Yoko and Phantom Siita

    S21:E18

    Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, anisong legend Takahashi Yoko sings Neon Genesis Evangelion theme songs. Also coming to chat and perform is Ado-produced idol group Phantom Siita.

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  19. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 19 - Night Tempo and MEminor
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    #19 - Night Tempo and MEminor

    S21:E19

    Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, DJ Night Tempo (the driving force behind a worldwide city-pop boom) and up-and-coming indie rock band MEminor are in the studio to chat and perform.

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  20. J-MELO Season 21 Episode 20 - Chameleon Lime Whoopiepie and Suzuhana Yuko
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    #20 - Chameleon Lime Whoopiepie and Suzuhana Yuko

    S21:E20

    Join May J. for music from Chameleon Lime Whoopiepie (getting international attention for their free-spirited style) and vocalist Suzuhana Yuko, who fuses rock with traditional Japanese instruments.

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Season 21 Ratings Summary

"Virtual Artist Special: KAF" is the best rated episode of "J-MELO" season 21. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/2/2025. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Virtual Artist Special: enogu".