Yumei no Kishi: Juni Kokuki achieved the top spot on the Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 chart, according to Billboard. Onna no Sono no Hoshi Vol. 5 occupied the second position on the Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 chart.
Hirohiko Araki’s The JOJOLands Vol. 9 followed closely, securing the third spot on the chart. Pan Dorobo to Sasurai Ramen debuted at the fourth position on the Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 chart.
Keisuke Kuwata wrote "Hitotarashi," which opened the anime series Akane-banashi. Kuwata stated that the narrative for Akane-banashi is set within the world of rakugo.
Regarding artistry, Kuwata claimed that the craft of beguiling involves embedding one's own true feelings, identity, or venom into the work. Furthermore, Kuwata noted that the common people of the Edo era often embedded irony and ideas into ukiyo-e prints or songs.
HALCALI announced their return after a fourteen-year absence. The track “Otsukare SUMMER” gained popularity outside of Japan.
HALCALI released their new song “Guin Guin Guin” on 2 September. HALCA stated that the period away from music proved beneficial because it allowed her to confront both society and herself.
For women artists to achieve greater visibility, HALCA asserted that a fundamental overhaul of the social system is necessary.
