Back with a new Oricon Weekly roundup.
This article covers the 4th week of May, including singles and albums released between 27/05/2024 and 02/06/2024.
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
#23
Knights “TRIP vol.14”
After a stellar first week of sales, Knights‘ “TRIP vol.14“ slips on the chart from #1 to #23.
The CD sold 1,698 copies, taking the total copies sold in two weeks to over 51.000.
#28
NEW ENTRY: VARIOUS ARTISTS “[Re:collection] 2 ~90’s‐00’s EDITION~”
Avex’s “[Re:collection] 2~90’s‐00’s EDITION~” entered the Oricon Albums chart at #28 after selling 1,533 copies.
#31
NEW ENTRY: VARIOUS ARTISTS “[Re:collection] 2 ~80’s-90’s EDITION~”
![[Re:collection] 2 ~80’s-90’s EDITION~](https://www.handthatfeedshq.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Recollection-2-_80_s-90_s-EDITION_.jpg "[Re:collection] 2 ~80’s-90’s EDITION~")
Following close behind is “[Re:collection] 2 ~80’s-90’s EDITION~“. The CD entered the chart at #31 after selling 1,310 copies.
#36
NEW ENTRY: [Re:collection] 2 ~00’s-10’s EDITION~
“[Re:collection] 2 ~00’s-10’s EDITION~” sold 1,262 copies, more than enough to grab a spot at #36.
Oricon Weekly Singles Ranking
#8
NEW ENTRY: VARIOUS ARTISTS “Unit Collaboration Songs”
IDOLiSH7 franchise’s 1st shuffle CD series “Unit Collaboration Songs” entered the chart at #8 after selling 7,892 copies.
#16
NEW ENTRY: Tetsuya Kakihara “Give It To Me”
Tetsuya Kakihara‘s 7th single “Give It To Me” sold 3,069 copies, more than enough for a spot at #16.
#28
NEW ENTRY: High×Joker “THE IDOLM@STER SideM CIRCLE OF DELIGHT 12 High×Joker”
High×Joker‘s “CIRCLE OF DELIGHT 12” grabs a seat at #28 after selling 1,766 copies.
#32
NEW ENTRY: Sai “THE IDOLM@STER SideM CIRCLE OF DELIGHT 11 Sai”
Following closely behind is Sai with “CIRCLE OF DELIGHT 11“. The CD sold 1,339 copies, enough for a seat at #32.
#33
NEW ENTRY: Six Gravity & Procellarum “Rabbits Kingdom -Versus-“
Six Gravity & Procellarum’s “Rabbits Kingdom -Versus-” enters the chart at #33 after selling 1,308 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.
