This is a Billboard Japan Women in Music interview.
The show will take place at the historic Hibiya Open-Air Concert Hall in Tokyo.
Kenshi Yonezu’s “Chikyuugi” (Spinning Globe) debuts at No. 3 this week.
On June 30, the duo released their debut song "Carnival Dolls," showcasing Bonjour Suzuki’s music production and RinRin Doll’s lyrics and direction.
The J-pop hitmaker tells Billboard Japan the franchise has held a special place in his heart since childhood & has greatly influenced him as an artist.
The song logs its 14th straight week in the top spot.
Billboard Japan spoke to the Japanese artist about the decisions that went into the creation of this song.
“Idol” is now tied with "Subtitle" by Official HIGE DANdism for most weeks at No. 1 on the Japan Hot 100.
Billboard Japan spoke with the duo about the story behind the creation of "Idol."
Eleven weeks at No. 1 is tied with Gen Hoshino’s ubiquitous J-pop hit “Koi” that topped Billboard Japan’s year-end list for 2017.
