K-pop girl groups outperformed boy groups on Japan’s weekly chart for the period of June 8–14, 2026 [1].
This shift in rankings highlights a growing consumer preference for female artists within one of the world's largest music markets. The data suggests that girl groups are currently capturing a larger share of streaming and download activity in Japan than their male counterparts.
The findings come from the Global K-Chart, which is compiled through the combined data of Melon, Tencent Music, and Line Music [1]. Specifically, the Japanese weekly chart is managed by Line Music as part of this integrated tracking system [1]. The chart for this period was released on Wednesday, June 12, 2026 [1].
Several prominent girl groups secured top positions during the tracking week. TWICE held the No. 2 spot [1], followed by aespa at No. 3 [1]. The trend continued with ILLIT ranking at No. 4 [1] and BABYMONSTER placing at No. 5 [1]. Additionally, LE SSERAFIM appeared in the top 10, ranking at No. 7 [1].
These rankings are based on aggregated streaming and download metrics across the three platforms [1]. The high concentration of female groups in the top five positions indicates a significant trend in listener behavior during the second week of June. This dominance reflects the broad appeal of these groups' latest releases among Japanese audiences [1].
“K-pop girl groups outperformed boy groups on Japan’s weekly chart”
The dominance of girl groups on the Global K-Chart indicates a strategic shift in the K-pop ecosystem's reach in Japan. While boy groups historically maintained strong physical sales, the reliance on streaming and download data from platforms like Line Music reveals that female groups are achieving higher daily consumption and broader accessibility among the general public.
