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Japanese artist Nanao is set to make her Philippine debut with the single “Pito Pito,” releasing on May 27, 2026, under KDR Music House.
The single, inspired by the number seven, which is a symbol of luck, is the first taste of what Nanao brings to the Philippine music scene. In a cross-cultural musical affair, Nanao introduces the “JP-pop” genre, which is a fusion of J-pop sound with Tagalog lyrics.
Blending Japanese musicalities with Filipino storytelling, JP-pop incorporates chant sections and interactive call-and-response moments that are inspired by the live music culture in Japan. This, in turn, offers a unique listening experience for listeners and audiences in the Philippines.
Before her debut, Nanao had already made her presence known to Filipino fans and listeners — posting OPM cover videos on social media platforms such as TikTok that have already accumulated over 10 million views.
Hailing from Tokyo, Nanao has developed a deep connection with the Philippines after visiting the country and later studying in Cebu, where she got to learn English and Tagalog.
Now, as she builds her cross-cultural and growing fanbase, teaming up with KDR Music House is a big step in bringing the global influence into the local music scene. As she prepares for her first single under the label, she is also set to perform at the Wish Bus on May 25.
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Japanese artist Nanao officially releases her Philippine debut single “Pito Pito” on May 27, 2026, under KDR Music House. The track is inspired by the number seven, traditionally regarded as a symbol of luck across both Japanese and Filipino cultural contexts.
Nanao is a Tokyo-based Japanese artist making her Philippine debut under KDR Music House. She developed a deep connection with the country after visiting and later studying in Cebu, where she learned English and Tagalog before building a growing Filipino fanbase through cover videos online.
JP-pop is a new genre introduced by Nanao that fuses J-pop sound with Tagalog lyrics. It blends Japanese musicalities with Filipino storytelling and incorporates chant sections and interactive call-and-response moments inspired by Japan’s live music culture, offering a unique cross-cultural listening experience.
Before her official debut, Nanao built her Filipino fanbase by posting OPM cover videos on TikTok, where her clips have already accumulated over 10 million views. Her growing online presence helped position her as a familiar face among Filipino listeners ahead of her KDR Music House debut.
Nanao is set to perform at the Wish Bus on May 25, 2026, ahead of her official single release on May 27. The appearance marks one of her first major live activities under KDR Music House as she continues building her cross-cultural presence in the local scene.