Sakanaction wins Song of the Year for Orb theme song
Sakanaction wins Song of the Year for Orb theme song
Updated at: June 16, 2026 at 01:30 AM
On June 13, 2026, the legendary Japanese rock band Sakanaction achieved a historic milestone at the MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026.
Held at the TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO, the band took home the prestigious Song of the Year award for their hit track, 'Kaijū.'
This song, which served as the opening theme for the anime 'Orb: On the Movements of the Earth,' was a massive success, also securing titles for Best Rock Song, Best Anime Song, and Best Music Video.
The win was especially meaningful for lead vocalist Ichiro Yamaguchi, who shared that 'Kaijū' was the first track he penned following his recovery from personal health struggles.
Marking their first-ever anime tie-in in an 18-year career, the song has already amassed over 320 million streams globally.
The success of 'Kaijū' highlights the powerful intersection between Japanese rock music and anime culture.
As global audiences continue to discover Japanese music through anime, Sakanaction’s triumph at the MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN reinforces their status as an iconic force in the industry, proving that music born from personal challenges can resonate deeply on a global scale.
