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| King & Prince, ILLIT, LE SSERAFIM AKB48, and Idol Legends Lead “Ongaku no Hi 2025” Mega Showcase (TBS) |
The legendary Japanese music bash Ongaku no Hi 2025 has finally lifted the lid on its full performer lineup, and let’s just say this summer’s set to go off. The TBS midyear music special, celebrating a solid 15 years of non-stop feel-good tunes, will blast out live on 19 July from 2 PM to 9:56 PM JST.
Hosting duties once again land with the ever-reliable Azumi Shinichiro — clocking up his 15th year on the mic — joined by fellow TBS announcer Eto Ai, promising a night that’ll make your heart “flutter, tremble, dance, and become one” (their words, but who’s arguing?).
This year’s theme is simply “heart,” aiming to bring fans together with unforgettable performances and a proper sense of summer festival spirit.
Here’s who’s hitting the Ongaku no Hi 2025 stage — brace yourselves:
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King & Prince
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CUTIE STREET
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Choutokkyuu
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INI
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SixTONES
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Little Glee Monster
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Aqua Timez
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WEST.
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SG
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Kitani Tatsuya
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CANDY TUNE
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GRe4N BOYZ
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Kocchi no Kento
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Da-iCE
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NEWS
But wait, there’s more! The second wave of acts has also been confirmed, bringing in a juicy mix of idol royalty and fresh faces:
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ILLIT
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Ae! group
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AKB48
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XG
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Hiromi Go
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Koresawa
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Sakurazaka46
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SWEET STEADY
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SUPER BEAVER
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timelesz
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Number_i
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nobodyknows+
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Nogizaka46
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HANA
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FRUITS ZIPPER
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MAX
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ME:I
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Mrs. GREEN APPLE
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RIP SLYME
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LE SSERAFIM
Whether you’re a stan for next-gen girl groups or a J-pop diehard chasing nostalgia, this lineup’s got a bit of everything. Expect massive collabs, nostalgia-fuelled throwbacks, and no doubt a few surprises tucked away for the big day.
So clear your diary on 19 July and get comfy, because Ongaku no Hi 2025 is shaping up to be one unmissable summer blowout.