The Japanese music scene is the second largest in the world, dominated by a unique "Idol" culture. Groups like AKB48 or Johnny & Associates’ boy bands are built on the concept of "idols you can meet."
The Japanese entertainment industry is a global powerhouse of "soft power," recently valued at approximately $43 billion The Japanese music scene is the second largest
Perhaps the most visible facet of Japanese entertainment is the manga and anime industry. What began as local comic books has evolved into a multi-billion dollar global phenomenon. The Japanese music scene is the second largest