J-Pop Kissa

Terence テレンス
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Geek out with your host Terence about J-Pop & Japanese entertainment, from the ’90s to today. Join him for takes on J-Pop, dramas, movies & more, like sitting at a cozy retro café. ✨ 🎧 Listen on Apple Music, Amazon Music & more 🎥 Watch the video episodes on Spotify & YouTube 📲 Follow on Instagram & TikTok for clips, videos, and extra content: Instagram: @jpopkissa TikTok: @jpop.kissa MCのTerenceが、外国人ファンの視点でJ-POPや日本のエンタメを英語で（たまに日本語でも）シェア。レトロ喫茶で語り合うように音楽やドラマ、映画の話をお届けします。 🎧 Apple Music、Amazon Musicなどで音声配信中 🎥 SpotifyとYouTubeでは動画版も配信 📲 InstagramとTikTokでは、ここだけの動画コンテンツも配信中。ぜひフォローしてください！

  1. 16h ago

    #17 - Interview with J-Pop Singer Shihori: Unlimited and on a Mission in LA

    In this special episode, our host Terence has the honor of interviewing J-Pop singer Shihori. We talk about her experience in Los Angeles, joining the Recording Academy, and running her first FYC Grammy campaign, plus what motivated her to make the leap. She also shares the inspiration behind her latest album Escalation and her song “When I Decided Not to Die.” And a treat for all the Hello! Project fans: she tells the story behind the creation of the hit Buono! song “Hatsukoi Cider.” An episode you must not miss! 🎥 Stream this episode on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Youtube, and Amazon Music. 📲 Follow on IG (@jpopkissa) and TikTok (@jpop.kissa) for more J-pop content. About Shihori:Shihori is an international J-Pop singer-songwriter and pianist based in Los Angeles. She’s best known for “Holy Steel,” a fan theme song for JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure with over 24M views on YouTube, and has written over 150 songs for artists such as Nana Mizuki and Momoiro Clover Z, and for anime including Fairy Tail, Macross Frontier, and Tomodachi Game. After making her debut in 2007 under the name Sena, she earned Gold Disc Certification for 13 of her hits in Japan. She moved to the US in 2018 and has since created theme songs for games including League of Legends, Call of Duty: Warzone, Omega Strikers, and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. Her mission through her music and life is “to spread love.”

    #17 - Interview with J-Pop Singer Shihori: Unlimited and on a Mission in LA

  2. Sep 25

    #16 - Why You Need to See JO1 on Their North American Tour

    This October, JO1 makes their official US debut with their first-ever North American tour — and if you haven't caught on to this 9-member group yet, this is your chance. In this episode, host Terence traces JO1's origin story and digs into what sets them apart: a distinctive blend of Kpop and Jpop styles that's helped them carve out their own lane in a crowded idol landscape. Terence also makes the case for why your showing up matters more than you think. Whether you're deep into Jpop, anime culture, or just curious what the hype is about, this episode is your reason to grab a ticket. 🎥 Stream this episode on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Youtube, and Amazon Music.

  3. Sep 12

    #15 - Meet Lady Ocean — New Artist with 90s Nostalgia

    In this podcast episode, Terence talks about new J-Pop singer-songwriter Lady Ocean. His debut digital single, "Yume wa koi no you ni" (恋は夢のように), brings a wave of 90s nostalgia — that familiar sense of longing, and a reminder of the dreams we all once had. Learn more about him with Terence, and hop on this journey down memory lane with an up-and-comer you won't want to miss. 🎥 Stream this episode on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Youtube, and Amazon Music. Featuring:LADY OCEAN"Vibrant Life" by KetsaLicensed under CC BY 4.0Source: freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/upbeat-street/vibrant-life

  4. Sep 5

    #14 - Reacting to Morning Musume '26 "YES or NO or ME" (YESかNOか私か)

    In this episode, Terence reacts to the latest music video from Morning Musume '26: "YES or NO or ME" (YESかNOか私か). The song marks the debut of the group's 18th generation members — and bittersweetly, it's also the final single for Sakura Oda, who has been an influential member and powerhouse vocalist for the group over the past 14 years. Join Terence in celebrating this new chapter for Morning Musume '26. 🎥 This is an edited version — head to YouTube for the full video reaction and MV watch-along! Featuring: モーニング娘。'26 "Vibrant Life" by KetsaLicensed under CC BY 4.0Source: freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/upbeat-street/vibrant-life

  5. Aug 30

    #13 - My Summer with HIGEDAN, Angela Aki, and EBiDAN

    This summer Terence was in Tokyo to see HIGEDAN and Angela Aki in concert. He reflects on his experience from there, as well as the hits from EBiDAN that are energizing him this summer. Video version available on Spotify and Youtube. Featuring: Official髭男dism アンジェラ・アキ EBiDAN M!LK ONE N' ONLY GNJB (原因は自分にある。) "Vibrant Life" by KetsaLicensed under CC BY 4.0Source: freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/upbeat-street/vibrant-life

  6. Jun 6

    #12 - Produce 101 Japan SHINSEKAI finale! Welcome KO1KEYZ!

    Season 2 of J-Pop Kissa is officially here! Terence breaks down everything from the Produce 101 Japan SHINSEKAI finale — including the stunning results and the debut of new group KO1KEYZ コイキーズ. And if you've been on the fence about catching JO1 on their North America tour, this episode might just push you over the edge. Want more than the café table chat? Subscribe for behind-the-scenes stories, vlogs & J-Pop deep dives → https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/jpopkissa/subscribe Find me on IG and Threads! IG: ⁠@terencethang / @jpopkissa

  7. 09/07/2025

    #11 - Celebrating Megumi Ogata: Voice Actress & Artist — feat. Kei (緒方恵美スペシャル！声優＆アーティストとしての魅力をKeiさんと)

    This special collaboration episode features my friend and talented cosplayer Kei! Together, we dive into the world of Megumi Ogata, the legendary voice behind many iconic characters. Kei shares her passion, insights, and experiences, while we celebrate what makes Ogata’s performances so unforgettable. 🎙️Host: Terence IG: @terencethang ⭐️Guest: Kei Linktree Kei (she/her) has been cosplaying her favorite characters for over 20 years in both the United States and Japan. You can catch her work on social media under the handle @tophat_tiara! 🎶 Want to hear the full songs discussed in this episode? Join Terence on the StationHead app for a special companion broadcast! With an Apple Music or Spotify subscription linked to the app, you can tune in like a live radio show and listen to the tracks together. 📲 ⁠⁠LINK⁠⁠ to episode 🎵 Links to songs below! 今回の特別コラボ回では、友人であり才能あるコスプレイヤーのKeiさんをお迎えしました！一緒に、数々の名キャラクターを演じてきた伝説的声優、緒方恵美さんについて語ります。Keiさんの情熱や体験を交えながら、緒方さんの演技がなぜこれほどまでに心に残るのかを探っていきます。 🎶 実際に楽曲も聴いてみたい方へ： このエピソードで紹介した楽曲を楽しめる連動番組を、StationHeadアプリで配信中！Apple MusicまたはSpotifyのアカウントをリンクすれば、ラジオ感覚でテレンスと一緒にリアルタイムで音楽を楽しめます。 📲 StationHeadへの参加は⁠⁠こちら⁠ 🎵 曲のリンクは下からチェック！ 🎙️Host: Terence IG: ⁠@tere_now⁠ ⭐️Guest: Kei ⁠Linktree⁠ Kei（she/her）は、アメリカと日本の両方で20年以上にわたり、大好きなキャラクターのコスプレを続けています。ぜひSNSアカウント @tophat_tiara で彼女の作品をご覧ください！ VIDEO (Youtube) ⁠MUSIC - Can you hear me?⁠ ⁠MUSIC - Nobody's perfect⁠ ⁠MUSIC - Try Out, Go On!⁠

  8. 08/30/2025

    #10 - Rock This Party with timelesz, JO1 & INI (timelesz・JO1・INIとロック・ディス・パーティー)

    timelesz, JO1, and INI are all lighting up the J-Pop scene right now! In this episode, I talk about timelesz’s energetic new track Rock This Party from their record-breaking album FAM, JO1’s heartfelt single Hiraku, and INI members Takumi Ozaki & Kyosuke Fujimaki’s self-written love song Propose. Tune in as I share my thoughts, favorite moments, and why these groups are worth all the hype. 🎶 Want to hear the full songs discussed in this episode? Join Terence on the StationHead app for a special companion broadcast! With an Apple Music or Spotify subscription linked to the app, you can tune in like a live radio show and listen to the tracks together. 📲 ⁠⁠LINK⁠⁠ to episode 🎵 Links to songs below! Want more than the café table chat? Subscribe for behind-the-scenes stories, vlogs & J-Pop deep dives → https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/jpopkissa/subscribe timelesz、JO1、INIは今まさにJ-POPシーンを盛り上げています！今回のエピソードでは、自己最高の売上を記録したアルバム『FAM』からのエネルギッシュな新曲「Rock This Party」、映画『富士山と、コーヒーと、しあわせの数式』のために書き下ろされたJO1の心温まるシングル「ひらく」、そしてINIの尾崎匠海＆藤牧京介が自ら作詞したラブソング「プロポーズ」について英語で語ります。お気に入りの瞬間や注目ポイントをシェアしながら、なぜこの3組が今大きな注目を集めているのかをお届けします。 🎶 実際に楽曲も聴いてみたい方へ： このエピソードで紹介した楽曲を楽しめる連動番組を、StationHeadアプリで配信中！Apple MusicまたはSpotifyのアカウントをリンクすれば、ラジオ感覚でテレンスと一緒にリアルタイムで音楽を楽しめます。 📲 StationHeadへの参加は⁠⁠こちら⁠⁠ 🎵 曲のリンクは下からチェック！ VIDEOS ⁠NETFLIX: timelesz project -AUDITION-⁠ MUSIC VIDEO - timelesz "Rock this Party" SONG - JO1 "Hiraku" (ひらく） SONG - INI "Propose" (プロポーズ)

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Geek out with your host Terence about J-Pop & Japanese entertainment, from the ’90s to today. Join him for takes on J-Pop, dramas, movies & more, like sitting at a cozy retro café. ✨ 🎧 Listen on Apple Music, Amazon Music & more 🎥 Watch the video episodes on Spotify & YouTube 📲 Follow on Instagram & TikTok for clips, videos, and extra content: Instagram: @jpopkissa TikTok: @jpop.kissa MCのTerenceが、外国人ファンの視点でJ-POPや日本のエンタメを英語で（たまに日本語でも）シェア。レトロ喫茶で語り合うように音楽やドラマ、映画の話をお届けします。 🎧 Apple Music、Amazon Musicなどで音声配信中 🎥 SpotifyとYouTubeでは動画版も配信 📲 InstagramとTikTokでは、ここだけの動画コンテンツも配信中。ぜひフォローしてください！

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  • Creator
    Terence テレンス
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Terence テレンス
  • Show Website
    J-Pop Kissa

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