Back with a new Oricon Weekly roundup.
This article covers the 3rd week of May, including singles and albums released between 20/05/2024 and 26/05/2024.
The Oricon charts, known for their comprehensive coverage of the Japanese music industry, provide valuable insights into the best-selling CDs across various categories. These charts serve as a reliable indicator of popular and successful releases, be it physical singles, albums, EPs, or mini-albums.
The Oricon charts meticulously monitor the performance of both physical and digital releases, allowing music enthusiasts to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and sales figures.
However, the focus of this feature is directed specifically towards physical releases, including singles and albums/EPs/mini-albums.
Let’s take a look at the data.
Oricon Weekly Albums Ranking
#1
NEW ENTRY: Knights “TRIP vol.14”
History is made again! It’s been a while since a 2D group last reached the higher steps on Oricon’s charts.
Knights‘ “TRIP vol.14“ sold a whopping 50,321 copies, sitting at #1 after what was a flawless week of sales for the quintet.
#18
Eden “TRIP vol.13”
Eden‘s “TRIP vol.13“ continues to slip on the chart, this time from #11 to #18 after selling 2,962 copies.
Three weeks later, the CD has sold over 40,000 copies!
Oricon Weekly Singles Ranking
#49
NEW ENTRY: LUMIERE “uNCoNTRoL”
LUMIERE’s “uNCoNTRoL“, the first entry in Dear Vocalist’s 8th CD season HEADLINER, enters the chart at #49 after selling 885 copies.
By highlighting the best-selling CDs every week, the Oricon charts offer a snapshot of the Japanese music scene’s popularity and commercial success.
Lastly, Oricon charts’ commitment to inclusivity extends beyond mainstream genres, encompassing a wide array of musical styles. From pop to rock, hip-hop to jazz, and everything in between, these charts strive to reflect the diverse and ever-evolving tastes of music listeners in Japan.
If there aren’t sales figures on the prints posted, the music label behind that artist doesn’t want to disclose that information.
It often happens with the Daily rankings. The Oricon charts depicted here only count physical copies. Digital figures are featured on a different chart that is not covered here.
