J-POP
Kyary Pamyu Pamyu “Tsukema Tsukeru” 02.15.12

“Tsukema tsukeru” means “putting on fake eyelashes” Remember we posted up Kyary’s first music video PONPONPON last year? Well her new single that was released in December, Tsukema Tsukeru, is following the steps of PONPONPON and is a big hit … READ MORE
K-Pop vs. J-Pop: Which Is More Likely to go Global? 11.29.11

It’s no secret that both j-pop and k-pop (Korean pop music) are forging a path to success around the world, but does either one of these genres have a definite advantage in conquering more fans? This well-written piece from Reuters … READ MORE
Hatsune Miku Live Party Event Review! 11.16.11

Last week Thursday was the Hatsune Miku Live Party 2011 in Sapporo! I went to the theater in LA and it was packed!!!  Such a long line~ Saw many people dressed up as Miku, dancing and waving their glow sticks … READ MORE
US readers! Hatsune Miku Tickets GIVEAWAY! 11.07.11

Hello folks! We are super excited to announce a Hatsune Miku giveaway contest here on Kawaii Kakkoii Sugoi Blog! I am pretty sure you all have heard about this big secret event of Hatsune Miku on this Thursday 10th, all over … READ MORE
AKB48 Documentary Film Premiering at J-Pop Summit on August 28th 08.17.11

New People, the company putting on this month’s J-Pop Summit, announced an upcoming documentary film highlighting the story of the members of AKB48, the tremendously successful all-girl pop group. As the press release states, NEW PEOPLE Entertainment, a film division … READ MORE
AKB48 member Eguchi Aimi isn’t real after all! 06.23.11

You have to hand it to the dedicated AKB48 super fans. As we posted last week, rumors were circulating around the newest AKB48 member, Eguchi Aimi. Fans suspected that she was a CGI animation rather than a real girl…and as … READ MORE
Q-Pop throws a Hamburger Party, Big In Japan, and Tune in Tokyo at Anime Expo 2011 06.21.11

Hello Everyone, There are some exciting events coming to Los Angeles this summer for fans of Japanese music and pop culture. Convention season is here, and we have some exciting announcements about upcoming Tune in Tokyo events, and I’ll share … READ MORE
Is this AKB48 girl fake? 06.15.11

Controversy has erupted about the newest AKB48 member, Eguchi Aimi. Of course, AKB48 is Japan’s hugely successful and popular all-girl pop group. Fans of the girls vote on their favorites of the group, who appear in commercials for various products. … READ MORE
New Idol Group: RO-KYU-BU 06.10.11

Here’s the new idol group, RO-KYU-BU, who is being called the next AKB48. This unit is quite different from the others as it is made up of professional voice actresses, who will actually be playing anime characters in the show … READ MORE
Tokyo Collaboration comes to the Avalon 05.28.11

Hello Everyone, The summer kicks off on May 29th at the Avalon in Hollywood with Tokyo Collaboration, presented by United Students and Weekly LALALA. DJ Tibby and DJ ELLI-ROSE headline this club event, also featuring Atomic Mike, LA’s DJ Sherry … READ MORE
AKB48 Otaku Buys 5500 Copies of New Single 05.26.11

Yesterday, AKB48′s new single “Everyday, Kachuusha” was released. It is now their number one single, selling over 920,000 copies on the release date. One fan in particular bought 5,500 copies. Each CD costs about 1,600 yen ($19), which means he … READ MORE
Rhythm & Soul for Relief Concert for Japan, Fundraiser Wiki seek to aid Tohoku Recovery Efforts 05.09.11

Hello Everyone! On May 22nd, there’s a special event coming to the Echoplex in Echo Park that we’re really excited about. Rhythm & Soul for Relief: Concert for Japan, Haiti & the World, is a showcase of Hip Hop, Funk, … READ MORE
Revolt and Tokyo Collaboration come to LA, Stephanie Yanez teams up with Hatsune Miku! 04.30.11

Hello Everyone! Summer is rolling in, and there are some really exciting Japanese music events coming to Los Angeles! Club parties, conventions, and concerts over the next few months are going to be presenting an array of artists from Japan, … READ MORE