Music Awards Japan 2026: Mrs. GREEN APPLE and Sakanaction Win Big
- GREEN APPLE secured the Best Artist award for the second consecutive year at the MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026, announced June 13, 2026.
- Yomiuri Shimbun confirmed that Sakanaction received the top honor for their track "Kaiju" in the Best Song category.
- According to Oricon, this marks the second year in a row the group has received this specific honor.
Sakanaction won the Best Song award for “Kaiju” and Mrs. GREEN APPLE secured the Best Artist award for the second consecutive year at the MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026, announced June 13, 2026. The ceremony featured performances from artists including Fujii Kaze, according to reporting from Yomiuri Shimbun, Oricon, and Natalie.
Yomiuri Shimbun confirmed that Sakanaction received the top honor for their track “Kaiju” in the Best Song category. The award recognizes the song’s impact and composition within the industry for the 2026 cycle.
Who won the Best Artist award at MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026?
Mrs. GREEN APPLE won the Best Artist award. According to Oricon, this marks the second year in a row the group has received this specific honor.
The group reacted to the repeat victory by stating they felt the recognition was a validation of their efforts.
I’m happy that it paid off.
Mrs. GREEN APPLE via Oricon
The back-to-back win for Mrs. GREEN APPLE distinguishes them from other nominees in the 2026 field, establishing a period of sustained dominance in the Best Artist category.
What happened during Fujii Kaze’s performance?
Fujii Kaze delivered a performance centered on themes of divinity and internal affection. Natalie reports that the artist performed while feeling a sense of inner love and a connection to God.
Following the set, Fujii Kaze admitted to a lack of clarity regarding the experience.
Honestly, I have no memory of it.
Fujii Kaze via Natalie
NHK provided a comprehensive list of all performances from the event, which are available for viewing via their distribution platforms.
Which artists were recognized in the major categories?
The ceremony highlighted achievements across six major divisions. Based on the reported results from Yomiuri Shimbun and Oricon, the primary winners include:
- Best Song: Sakanaction for “Kaiju”
- Best Artist: Mrs. GREEN APPLE (Second consecutive win)
While Sakanaction’s win focuses on a specific creative work, Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s award reflects their overall standing as performers over the past year. This contrast highlights the award show’s distinction between individual track success and overall artist influence.