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Culture & Industry4h 24m ago

The Music Awards Japan (MAJ) held its second annual ceremony in Tokyo, honoring artists across 78 categories, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi making a surprise appearance to emphasize strategic government support for the music industry's international expansion.

Tokyo, Japan

Who
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Mrs. Green Apple, Kaze Fujii, Sakanaction, Ichiro Yamaguchi, Kenshi Yonezu
What
The Music Awards Japan (MAJ) held its second annual ceremony in Tokyo, honoring artists across 78 categories, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi making a surprise appearance to emphasize strategic government support for the music industry's international expansion.
When
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT · 4h 24m ago
Where
Tokyo, Japan ·
Why
Japan's government seeks to raise Japanese music to the highest levels of the world stage and secure a place in the global market, as stated by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
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The strategic support from the Japanese government, highlighted by the Prime Minister's address at the MAJ, signals a national effort to boost the international presence and market share of Japanese music, potentially leading to increased global exposure and economic benefit for the industry. The awards also recognized significant artistic achievements and personal journeys within the Japanese music scene.

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    The Music Awards Japan (MAJ) held its second annual ceremony in Tokyo, honoring artists across 78 categories, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi making a surprise appearance to emphasize strategic government support for the music industry's international expansion.
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    Japan's largest music award ceremony, the Music Awards Japan (MAJ), held its second edition in Tokyo, featuring appearances by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and performances by top artists.
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