Back with a new Oricon Weekly roundup.
This article covers the 4th week of March, including singles and albums released between 25/03/2024 and 31/03/2024.
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
#9
NEW ENTRY: VARIOUS ARTISTS “ANTHEM”
Paradox Live franchise’s mega release 3rd album “ANTHEM” enters the chart at #9. The album sold 4,177 copies.
#19
NEW ENTRY: Kent Ito “Sain”
Kent Ito‘s long-awaited 2nd EP “Sain“ arrived to some fanfare, taking a spot at #19 after selling 2,493 copies.
Oricon Weekly Singles Ranking
#20
NEW ENTRY: THE kogadou “THE IDOLM@STER SideM CIRCLE OF DELIGHT 08 THE kogadou”
THE kogadou‘s new CD “CIRCLE OF DELIGHT 08“ enters the chart at #20 after selling 2,055 copies.
#25
NEW ENTRY: F-LAGS “THE IDOLM@STER SideM CIRCLE OF DELIGHT 07 F-LAGS”
F-LAGS‘ “CIRCLE OF DELIGHT 07“ follows closely, with the CD grabbing a seat at #25 after selling 1,564 copies.
#26
NEW ENTRY: RUBIA Leopard “Halation”
RUBIA Leopard‘s riveting 1st single “Halation” enters the chart at #26. The CD sold 1,536 copies.
#32
NEW ENTRY: Impish Crow “One Wish”
Impish Crow‘s first single “One Wish” takes a seat at #32 after selling
#34
NEW ENTRY: HOUND ROAR “Insanity”
HOUND ROAD‘s 1st single “Insanity“ enters the chart at #34. The single sold 1,115 copies.
#37
NEW ENTRY: Tomohisa Kitakado “to be love with you”
Tomohisa Kitakado (CV: Daisuke Ono) solo single “to be love with you” joins the chart at #37, counting 954 copies sold.
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.
