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Music Awards Japan 2026: New Categories and Fan Engagement!

3/18/2026

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Music Awards Japan 2026 (MAJ2026) will take place June 13, 2026, at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO to honor songs and albums released in 2025.
Winners are determined by music industry professionals and public votes.
New categories include Best Vocaloid Culture Song and the Student Creator Encouragement Award.
Seven public-participation categories will highlight popular songs across platforms.
Awards week runs June 5 to June 13, 2026, to boost fan engagement.

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Music Awards Japan 2026 (MAJ2026) will take place June 13, 2026, at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO to honor songs and albums released in 2025.
Winners are determined by music industry professionals and public votes.
New categories include Best Vocaloid Culture Song and the Student Creator Encouragement Award.
Seven public-participation categories will highlight popular songs across platforms.
Awards week runs June 5 to June 13, 2026, to boost fan engagement.