🏆 Rosé and NewJeans Shine at 2025 Japan Music Awards
K-pop artists continue to dominate global award shows — this time in Japan.
At the 2025 Japan Music Awards, BLACKPINK’s Rosé and rising powerhouse NewJeans were among the night’s biggest winners, taking home honors that spotlight their influence beyond Korea.
🎤 Rosé’s “APT.” Named Best International Pop Song in Japan
Rosé, in collaboration with Bruno Mars, won the Best International Pop Song in Japan for their hit duet “APT.”
The song has enjoyed immense success on charts like the UK Official Singles Chart (31 weeks strong!) and now adds a major Japanese honor to its accolades.
The track’s smooth vocals, retro-pop sound, and emotional resonance clearly crossed borders.
💫 NewJeans Wins Best K-pop Song in Japan with “Ditto”
NewJeans took home the Best K-pop Song in Japan with their fan-favorite hit “Ditto.”
Known for its dreamy beat and nostalgic vibe, “Ditto” captured the hearts of Japanese listeners just as it did in Korea and the U.S.
🌸 A New Japanese Awards Show Makes a Big Splash
The 2025 Japan Music Awards was held for the first time this year at Kyoto’s ROHM Theatre and was backed by:
- Japan’s music industry associations
- Government-supported cultural platforms
- Data sources like Billboard Japan and Oricon
Final winners were selected based on sales data + industry votes — showing both public appeal and critical respect.
Article Source: Yonhap News (May 22, 2025)
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